Highlights: Travel by bus to the eastern edge of the city to see Marble Mountain, the Heritage Tree, and the Old Man in the Mountain.
Jacques Cartier: First European to arrive here in 1534 on his first voyage to the New World. Since that time, Portuguese, Basques and even Captain James Cook have frequented this area and has been visited by many people, beginning with the Maritime Archaic Natives 3,500 years ago.
Today: Corner Brook is a modern, progressive city with a population of 19,000 and is nestled among scenic hills 30 miles from the Gulf of St Lawrence.
Captain Cook's Monument: As you drive through Corner Brook see this monument before returning to the ship.
Requirements & Restrictions: Guests must be able to board motor coach.
Good to know: Uneven, crushed gravel and unpaved walkways may prove challenging to some. Wear comfortable walking shoes, light jacket, or sweater. Depending on weather, sunscreen, hat, or umbrella are suggested. Tour may operate in reverse order. This tour operates rain or shine. Transportation is by bus. Mobility equipment cannot be accommodated on this excursion.