Newfoundland Screech In!
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Port
St Johns, Newfoundland, Canada
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$229.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 3½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Together, the island of Newfoundland and the mainland of Labrador make up Canada's easternmost province. The region initially drew settlers because of its abundant cod fisheries. This staple is still a signature of the local cuisine, but today, world-class chefs, distillers and brewers are opening exciting hotspots featuring homegrown culinary delights with some interesting twists.
Stroll through the picturesque village of Quidi Vidi en route to the Quidi Vidi Brewery, where you will sample some authentic Newfoundland ales. As you savor different craft brew flavors, peer over the deck railing and ponder how this incredible inlet is home to many of St John's fisherpeople who brave the cold North Atlantic every day to make their living.
Head underground in the old Newman's Wine Vaults to participate in a port wine tasting -- a tradition that dates back to 1679.
Your tour culminates at a well-known local pub, where you will participate in a traditional Newfoundland ceremony called a Screech-In. Custom dictates that those who survive the ceremony become honorary Newfoundlanders. Will you qualify? If you are still essentially upright at the end of the induction "formalities," feel free to stay and explore the downtown area on your own with a five-minute walk back to the ship. Non-upright bodies will be delivered discreetly back to the ship with minimal fuss.
Notes:
Minimum age is 19 years. Tour sequence may vary. Transportation will be by local school bus. There is a 350 meter walk form to and from the brewery (700 meters total). There are 10 stairs that must be negotiated to enter and exit the brewery. This tour is not recommended for guests with mobility issues. This excursion is not wheelchair accessible. Order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion.