Quebec: Wilderness and Whales

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Get to know the many sides of La Belle Province on this 14-day roadtrip. You’ll explore Québec’s two largest cities, Montréal and Québec City, as well as some lesser-known regions that will stun you with their beauty and access to nature. Swim in sprawling Lac Taureau in the foothills of the Laurentians, explore pristine forests in the Mauricie region, go wh...
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    Get to know the many sides of La Belle Province on this 14-day roadtrip. You’ll explore Québec’s two largest cities, Montréal and Québec City, as well as some lesser-known regions that will stun you with their beauty and access to nature. Swim in sprawling Lac Taureau in the foothills of the Laurentians, explore pristine forests in the Mauricie region, go whale watching on the St. Lawrence, take in the scenic beauty of Charlevoix and visit the lovely Eastern Townships. Turn an ordinary road trip into an extraordinary experience with a well-planned itinerary and stays in boutique inns and cozy resorts

Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 1 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityQuebec
End CityQuebec

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 1

Trip includes

    • • 13 nights of hotel accommodation on a room-only basis at Chateau Versailles for 2 nights, Auberge du Lac Taureau for 2 nights, Auberge Le Baluchon for 2 nights, Hotel du Jardin for 2 nights, Hotel Tadoussac for 1 night, Hotel Clarendon for 2 nights and Hotel Cheribourg for 2 nights.• Whale Watching Cruise, Tadoussac (Day 10)• Applicable taxes

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Montréal

Start your tour of Québec off by exploring the province’s largest city. Located on an island at the confluence of the Ottawa and St. Lawrence Rivers, Montreal is a cultural and foodie powerhouse with so much to offer visitors.

Visit the well-preserved...

Day 2: Explore Montréal

At its heart, Montréal is a city of neighbourhoods and each one has its own personality. Spend the day finding your favourite spots in the city or hit up the top must-sees such as legendary shopping mecca Rue Sainte-Catherine, the Old Port or Saint Joseph’s Oratory. ...

Day 3: Explore Québec’s Lanaudière Region

Leave behind the bustle of Montréal for the bucolic country roads of Québec’s Lanaudière region. Enjoy sweeping views of fields and tree-covered hills on the drive to Saint-Michel-Des-Saints, a picturesque village perched on the shores of the sprawling Lac Taureau. A...

Day 4: Explore Saint-Michel-Des-Saints

Spend the day experiencing the beauty of your accommodation, head out on the water or perhaps take a day trip. Discover the local farms, explore the rolling foothills or take a drive through the scenic Laurentian mountains. The varied and beautiful landscapes of the ...

Day 5: Drive to Saint Paulin

Continue exploring the Québec countryside as you leave Saint-Michel-Des-Saints for Saint Paulin. Your destination for the night is the stunning eco resort of the Auberge Le Baluchon, set on 200 acres of agricultural land and surrounded by another 800 acres of wildern...

Day 6: Explore Saint Paulin

Relaxing and enjoying nature is the agenda for today. Swimming, hiking, mountain biking and tennis are all available locally. You can also drive to the nearby Magnan Falls to see the meandering waterfall and learn about the region’s hydro-electric production.

Overnight at Auberge Le Baluchon

Day 7: Explore the Bleuets at Lac-Saint-Jean

Today you’ll drive north to the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean area, home of the “Bleuets” as locals like to call themselves in reference to the many blueberries that grow in the area. If you happen to arrive during blueberry season, be sure to try some of the locally grown...

Day 8: Explore Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean

The region centres around the large Lac Saint Jean and the Saguenay River and there are plenty of great spots to explore. You can visit the historic village of Val-Jalbert, an authentic 1920s village frozen in time, to see what life was like for workers and their fam...

Day 9: Whale Watching in Tadoussac

Drive along the north banks of the Saguenay to Tadoussac. As the countryside gives way to hills, you’ll know you’ve entered the area where the Saguenay Fjord begins. Along the river, the cliffs are higher and the scenery is more dramatic. If time permits, head off th...

Day 10: Charlevoix to Québec City

Cross the Saguenay Fjord on the free ferry (be on the lookout for whales!) from Tadoussac to Baie-Ste-Catherine, the start of the spectacular Charlevoix region of Québec. As you make your way through the region to Québec City, there are plenty of worthwhile stops and...

Day 11: Explore Québec City

There’s no other city in Canada quite like the historic Québec City, which feels more European than North American. This walkable city has pedestrian-friendly cobblestone streets, stone fortifications with archways that make for incredible pictures and the castle-lik...

Day 12: Visit the Eastern Townships

Cross the St. Lawrence by bridge this morning and make your way into the foothills of the Appalachians, where cliffs can reach up to 1000 metres. Your journey today will take you to the historic Eastern Townships of Québec, where some of Canada’s most picturesque cou...

Day 13: Explore Orford & the Eastern Townships

Fresh air, beautiful lakes and charming villages await as you spend the day taking in all that the Eastern Townships have to offer. Get out in nature, spend some time learning about the local terroir at one of the many farms and restaurants or wander around the scenic downtowns of some of the local towns.

Overnight at Hotel Cheribourg

Day 14: Head back to Montréal

Today head back to Montréal for the end of your epic road trip.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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What's excluded

    • • Flights to / from Montreal• Transportation / Car Rental• Parking• Meals • National Park fees, admission charges or day use parking at parks• Personal expenses and insurance

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