Road-trip in Gaspesie
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Itinerary
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Day 1 Montréal
Welcome to Montreal, Canada's second most densely populated city. It is a city punctuated by its festivals, its art and its bustle, which vibrates all year round to the sound of the seasons.
- Accommodation: Hotel
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Day 2 Montréal / Québec city
Pick up your rental car in downtown Montreal and drive to Quebec City! This city is bursting with history, nature and culture. Quebec City will certainly be a favorite.
- Accommodation: Hotel
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Day 3 Québec city
Take the opportunity to visit the icon of Quebec City: The Château Frontenac. Relive the history of this sublime castle which offers a breathtaking view.
- Accommodation: Hotel
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Day 4 Québec / Réserve Faunique de Rimouski
An adept of nature? The "Réserve faunique de Rimouski" will seduce you. It offers you an one-on-one experience with nature. Take the opportunity to take a walk in the forest, rent a kayak, or meet the famous black bear!
- Accommodation: Cabin
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Day 5 Réserve Faunique de Rimouski
It is an experience that should not be missed by outdoor lovers, you will discover landscapes that will take your breath away. You will be totally immersed in the heart of Quebec nature.
- Accommodation: Cabin
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Day 6 Réserve Faunique de Rimouski / Bonaventure
Then go discover the beauty of Bonaventure and Acadia. We give you the opportunity to experience a privileged moment in contact with some forty animal species, such as the famous white-tailed deer or beavers, along an open-air trail in the Bio-parc de la Gaspésie.
- Accommodation: Hotel
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Day 7 Bonaventure / Gaspé
Heading to Percé, one of the most spectacular coastal landscapes in Quebec, which shelters the legendary Percé Rock and a colony of Northern Gannet.
- Accommodation: Hotel
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Day 8 Gaspé
Enjoy this second day by discovering the wonders of Forillon National Park and stroll to the Cap Gaspé lighthouse.
- Accommodation: Hotel
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Days 9 to 10 Gaspé / Gaspésie National Park
You will then have the unique experience of sleeping in cottages in the heart of the Gaspésie National Park.
- Accommodation: Cabin
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Day 11 Gaspésie National Park / Tadoussac
Let's go for a short cruise and a crossing of the great river, with an exceptional panoramic view.
- Accommodation: Hotel
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Day 12 Tadoussac / Baie-Saint-Paul
Get ready! We then suggest you to take off to meet the famous Whales of Tadoussac! Don't forget your camera. You will then follow the great river on one of the most beautiful roads in Quebec.
- Accommodation: Hotel
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Day 13 Baie-Saint-Paul
Baie-Saint-Paul is the perfect city to admire the panoramic landscapes of the river and mountains. One of the most beautiful sunsets in Quebec will be waiting for you. You will also be amazed by the splendid Charlevoix region.
- Accommodation: Hotel
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Day 14 Baie-Saint-Paul / Montréal
Back to Montreal: the climb to the Mont-Royal lookouts will offer you a breathtaking view of the entire city. That's why you have to climb the 256 steps leading to the Kondiaronk lookout, the view at the end is really worth it!
- Accommodation: Hotel
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Day 15 Departure
It's time to leave. Enjoy the last moments in the city of Montreal as well as a last poutine before heading to the airport. Enjoy your meal!
Period & budget
When to travel?
The best period for travelling is during the following months:
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
Price
The budget is an indication of the price per person, subject to availability. Your local agent will send you a customized quote with the exact price. The price can vary according to availability, level of services, period of travel, number of participants, booking time frame and other items.
Included
- 14 nights accommodation
- 13 days car hire with CDW insurance and unlimited mileage
- Applicable taxes
- Assistance 24 hours phone number
Not included
- The personalized roadbook
- Flights (Available upon request)
- Gasoline
- Lunches and dinners
- Personal expenses
Terms and conditions
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Invoice procedure
Cancellation policy
- Cancellation up to 45 days prior to the agreed beginning of the journey: You will be charged 20 % of the travel price, in addition with every non-refundable expense for additional services booked on request (internal flights, site entrance tickets, activities…)
- Cancellation between the 44th and 15th day prior to the agreed beginning of the journey: You will be charged 50 % of the travel price, in addition with every non-refundable expense for additional services booked on request (internal flights, site entrance tickets, activities…)
- Cancellation less than 14 days to the agreed beginning of the journey: You will be charged 100 % of the travel price, in addition with every non-refundable expense for additional services booked on request (internal flights, site entrance tickets, activities…)
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- A day by day (itinerary) description
- Destination description
- Useful tips on driving
- Cities and parks maps
- Activities description
Food
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Transportation
Budget & exchange
Tips
Supplied equipment
Luggage
Passport
Health information & recommendations
Weather
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Local time
Topography
Sustainable tourism
- A fair economical repartition
- The improvement of local teams’ working conditions and their awareness of the protection of the environment
- The information of travelers about respecting the local population and environment and the collection of their feelings at their return.
- Avoid letting waste out, throw it in the trash can or bring it with you
- Use potable water sparingly (take a shower instead of a bath and report any leaks) and avoid wasting it (use biodegradable soap to wash yourself)
- Avoid damaging cultural sites: don’t touch the statues, don’t move the stones and objects
- Exchange instead of giving (too Important gifts can destabilize the local economic stability of the country depending on their living standards)
- When taking a walk, especially in some fragile ecosystems, observe the fauna from afar, do not go beyond beaten roads, limit stamping and do not bring any souvenirs: give up picking rare flowers picking fossils...
- In some hotels, you can have individual air conditioning. It is advised to systematically switching it off when you’re out of the room to avoid energetical overconsumption and greenhouse gas emission.