Grand tour of Quebec and Gaspésie
MONTRÉAL - SAINT-ALEXIS-DES-MONTS - SAINT-FÉLICIEN - SAGUENAY - TDOUSSAC - SAINTE-ANNE-DES-MONTS - PERCÉ- CARLETON - RIMOUSKI - QUÉBEC //
Itinerary
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Day 1 Montreal
Arriving in Montreal, loose yourself in the streets of the Plateau and end your first evening by admiring the sunset at the foot of Saint Joseph's Oratory.
-Accommodation: Hotel
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Day 2 Montréal
For this first day, climb the Mont Royal to admire the amazing view of the city centre. Go down through the Mile-End district and enjoy a brunch (maple syrup pancakes are wonderfully delicious there).
- Accommodation: Hotel
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Day 3 Montréal / Saint-Alexis-des-Monts
Welcome to Mauricie! Saint-Alexis-des-Monts has more than 600 lakes, including the famous Lac Sacacomie and Lac Saint-Alexis, nestled in the heart of its village.
-Accommodation: Lodge
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Day 4 Saint-Alexis-des-Monts
Embark on a canoe to join the giant trout in the centre of the lake, which reminds us that the city is officially the capital of speckled trout.
- Accommodation: Lodge
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Day 5 Saint-Alexis-des-Monts
On foot or by bike, cross the brook bridge along the Rivière du Loup to admire the beauty of the place.
-Accommodation: Lodge
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Day 6 Saint-Alexis-des-Monts / Lac Saint-Jean
Lac Saint-Jean is the ideal place for swimming, water sports and hiking. You will be able to discover its secrets such as the Zoo Sauvage de Saint-Félicien or the historic village of Val-Jalbert.
-Accommodation: Hotel
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Day 7 Lac Saint-Jean
Take a little height and speed by testing the zip line and the aerial hebertism courses at the Tobo-Ski family site!
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Day 8 Lac Saint-Jean / Saguenay
On the way to Saguenay Fjord National Park. The only navigable fjord in North America, it is home to more than 16 marine species typical of the Arctic. A breathtaking landscape.
-Accommodation: Guesthouse
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Day 9 Saguenay
Many activities are available to admire the vastness of this Fjord. Discover it on foot, by bike or by kayak!
- Accommodation: Hotel
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Day 10 Saguenay / Tadoussac
Tadoussac is a maritime crossroads composed of the Saint-Laurent River and the Saguenay Fjord. It is the ideal place to go and meet the whales. A word of advice: opt for a kayak that will allow you to get closer to it without disturbing them.
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Day 11 Gaspésie National Park
To the Gaspésie National Park! It protects a unique fauna and flora. Look for the caribou herd that lives in the park.
-Accommodation: Guesthouse
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Day 12 Gaspésie National Park
Spend the morning in peace by pedal boat on the lake then in the afternoon, climb the mountains using the hiking trails.
- Accommodation: Guesthouse
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Day 13 Gaspésie National Park
Why not an alpine hike in the heart of the Chic-Chocs Mountains? In summer and winter they are annually covered with snow.
- Accommodation: Hotel
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Day 14 Gaspesie National Park / Percé
Go admire the famous Percé Rock and its neighbour, Bonaventure Island, where thousands of gannets nest every year.
- Accommodation: Hotel
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Day 15 Percé
Walk on the glass platform suspended at an altitude of 200 m from the UNESCO World Geopark and enjoy a good meal on a terrace by the sea with a local beer (awarded worldwide!)
- Accommodation: Hotel
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Day 16 Percé / Carleton
Ideal for water sports, Baie des Chaleurs is a member of the Club of the most beautiful bays in the world.
- Accommodation: Hotel
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Day 17 Carleton / Rimouski
Next stop: the Bas-St-Laurent coast where the splendor of the river awaits you. Take the opportunity to discover the Bic National Park. Hiking area where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the river.
- Accommodation : Hotel
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Day 18 Rimouski
An adept of nature? The réserve faunique de Rimouski will seduce you. She offers you a one-on-one experience with nature. Take the opportunity to take a walk in the forest, rent a kayak, or go meet the famous black bear!
- Accommodation : Hotel
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Day 19 Rimouski / Quebec city
A few steps from Quebec City is the Montmorency Falls. Take the panoramic circuit to admire the 83 m high waterfall and even cross the suspension bridge above to feel its full force.
- Accommodation : Hotel
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Day 20 Quebec city
Let yourself be seduced by the narrow cobbled streets of Quebec City. The picturesque old town is also listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will not be able to miss the Château Frontenac which dominates the top of the city.
- Accommodation : Hotel
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Day 21 Departure
It's time to drop your car off at the airport and take a flight back.
Period & budget
When to travel?
The best period for travelling is during the following months:
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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
- 20 nights accommodation
- 19 days car hire with CDW insurance and unlimited mileage
- Ferry between Baie Comeau-Matane
- Applicable taxes
- Assistance 24 hours phone number
Not included
- The personalized roadbook
- Flights (Available upon request)
- Gasoline
- Lunches and dinners
- Personal expenses
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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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- Destination description
- Useful tips on driving
- Cities and parks maps
- Activities description
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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.