Day 1: Drummondville
Board the motorcoach, sit back, relax, and get to know your fellow passengers. After arriving at the hotel and settling into your room, enjoy dinner with your new friends.
Stay:
Drummondville, QC
Nights:
1
Day 2: Musée des Anciens Canadiens
Travel the byroads this morning to Saint-Jean-Port-Joli, the woodcarver’s capital of Québec. In this prestigious museum and interpretation center, the memory of the artists and craftsmen in the region is preserved and honoured. View the intricate works and the different styles of woodcarvers before journeying on to officially arrive in the Gaspé Peninsula.
Stay:
Matane, QC
Nights:
1
Day 3: Percé
Enjoy a relaxing day travelling to Percé, a small village near the tip of the Gaspé Peninsula. There will be plenty of time to explore this quaint area.
Stay:
Percé
Nights:
2
Day 4: Bonaventure Island, Percé Rock
Spend the day enjoying the peace and tranquillity of the little village of Percé. Lookout in the harbour to see Parc national de l’Île-Bonaventure-et-du-Rocher-Percé, considered to be a jewel of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. The park includes Bonaventure Island and Percé Rock, a natural rock formation located close to the shore, facing the town, and known for its size, colour, and an unusual door-like hole at one end. A cruise will provide an up-close view of the famous rock, with the option to stop at Bonaventure Island and follow the walking trails to see one of the most important gannet colonies in the world.
Day 5: Banc-de-Pêche-de-Paspébiac Historic Site, Matapédia Valley
Learn about the evolution of the fishing industry in Gaspésie at the Banc de Pêche de Paspébiac Historic Site. Starting from the late 18th century, the site tells the story of the empire of two significant family companies from the Island of Jersey who were able to profit from the commercial fishing industry in the area. Continue up through the Matapédia Valley, to complete the circle around the Gaspé peninsula.
Stay:
Rimouski
Nights:
1
Day 6: Ferry Across the St. Lawrence, Arrive in La Malbaie
Cross the St. Lawrence River by ferry today aboard the M.V. Trans-Saint-Laurent, a service that has been in existence between Rivière-du-Loup and Saint-Siméon for over 80 years. Enjoy the scenery on board the ferry during the 65-minute crossing, keeping an eye open for marine wildlife! With its unique underwater topography, the St. Lawrence River provides a summer feast for many species of whales.
*Note: This day is subject to change due to the ferry schedule.
Stay:
Québec City
Nights: 2
Day 7: Québec City
After breakfast, hear the fascinating history of Québec City through your step-on guide. After your orientation, the rest of the afternoon is yours to explore. In the evening, savour a group farewell dinner in this beautiful, old city.
Day 8: La Sucrerie de la Montagne, Travel Home
Our journey westward includes a stop at La Sucrerie de la Montagne, an ‘old-time’ sugar shack that proudly showcases the traditional process of making maple syrup. Smell the heavenly aromas from the wood-fired bakery, and enjoy a traditional Québecois lunch. There will be time to visit their gift shop to purchase some maple products or perhaps syrup for your first breakfast back at home! As you board the coach, say “au revoir” to La Belle Province, and continue on the journey home.
