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Fly-drive Itineraries Ontario & Québec
Route des Voyageurs 17 nights
This splendid holiday broadly follows the route of the St. Lawrence River from Niagara Falls to the ocean. Along the way, you will dip into the hills of the Laurentians, visit an alpine village, stay in an 400 year old walled city, see two UNESCO World Heritage sites and lots of wildlife. Day 1 Uk to Toronto Arrive Toronto, and transfer independently to your downtown hotel. Remainder of day is at leisure for shopping at the Eaton Centre or perhaps sampling the fine cuisine and nightlife of Toronto where you will spend the next 3 nights. Days Hotel/Sheraton Hotel Day 2 A day at leisure to explore the many facets of Toronto; you might like to go up the CN Tower or take a boat tour of the harbour. Day 3 Toronto / Niagara Falls Day Excursion (260 km) Explore the Niagara Peninsula today, skirting the shores of Lake Ontario and passing many vineyards and orchards. Stop in Niagara-onthe-Lake, home of the Shaw Festival, which has carefully preserved its 19th-century charms. Then, follow the scenic Niagara Parkway to the spectacle waiting for you in Niagara Falls: the mighty Horseshoe Falls. Day 4 Toronto to Ottawa (400 km) Collect your car and drive east along Lake Ontario, visit Kingston and explore the magnificent scenery of the 1000 Islands on a relaxing one hour cruise before arriving in the capital city, Ottawa for an overnight stay. Lord Elgin/Fairmont Chateau Laurier Day 5 Ottawa to Tremblant (200 km) Explore the capital region and the Parliament Buildings or take a cruise on the Ottawa River. It is a short drive into the Laurentian Mountains and Tremblant Resort, your home for the next 2 nights. Les Suites Tremblant/Fairmont Tremblant Day 10 Saguenay Region to Tadoussac (125 km) Why not a cruise on the fjord-like Saguenay River? Then continue along the waters of the Day 9 Québec City to Saguenay Region (210 km) We suggest a stop at the shrine in Ste. Anne-de-Beaupré, then a drive through the beautiful forests and mountains of the Charlevoix to your overnight night stop. Auberge des 21 Day 12 Rimouski to Paspebiac / Bonaventure (345 km) This morning, leave the St Lawrence behind and cross the base of the Gaspé Peninsula to the Baie des Chaleurs. The route follows the salmon-rich Matapédia River through the lush Matapédia Valley, flanked by vast forests and mountain ranges. Riotel Bonaventure . Day 13 Paspebiac / Bonaventure to Perce (200 km) Before setting out, why not visit the seawater therapy centre for a rejuvenating experience? The winding coastal road offers a scenic drive past sheltered bays and traditional fishing communities. En route, stop to admire the sweeping panoramic views of the St. Lawrence before reaching the picturesque village of Percé for 2 nights. Hotel Motel le Mirage
Route des Voyageurs Prices prices are pp based on 2 sharing a room
Standard 8th May to 30th Sep Child Rates Sharing Parents room £851 Deluxe £1,121
Chicoutimi Perce Forestville Rimouski La Malbaie Tadoussac Baie St. Paul Québec City NEW Saint Alexis des Monts BRUNSWICK Tremblant Sherbrooke
Day 14 Perce Percé and its treasures beckon today. Visit one of Canada's most recognisable natural attractions: the Percé Rock (at low tide, you can actually walk to this massive geological phenomenon). Among the other activities are coastal cruising, visiting the bird sanctuary on Bonaventure Island and touring Mont Ste-Anne where panoramic vistas of nearby villages and offshore islands can be seen. Day 15 Perce to Riviere-du-Loup (615 km) Today, follow the coastal route along rugged northern coastline or cross Gaspésie Park in the remote heart of the Gaspé. The park's serene woodlands, inhabited by herds of caribou, moose and deer, form a stark contrast to the forbidding backdrop of the towering Chic-Choc Mountains. In Matane, observe the salmon runs and sample the fine French-Canadian cuisine. Hotel Levesque Day 16 Riviere-du-Loup to
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Day 6 Tremblant Enjoy a full day in the Laurentians either exploring the local villages or perhaps enjoying some of the great outdoors by bike or on foot in Québec's oldest provincial park. Day 7 Tremblant to Québec City (360 km) A scenic drive on the "King's Highway", passing numerous historical French-Canadian villages. Passing through the walls that circle Québec City, you will enter a magnificent UNESCO Heritage Site dominated by cobblestone streets, historic buildings and a lively community and will spend the next 2 nights here. Clarendon/Auberge St Pierre. Supplement payable for upgrade to Fairmont Chateau Frontenac. Day 8 Québec City Québec City, celebrating its 400th birthday in 2008, is Canada's oldest city and exhibits a strong French heritage. The Fortifications, a historic national park; Place Royale; and the Basilica are some of the suggestions. Outside the city are the spectacular Montmorency Falls and the beautiful Ile d'Orleans.
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Saguenay to the shores of the St Lawrence River. The confluence of these mighty rivers is a prime area for whalewatching excursions. Go in search of the beluga whale and experience the thrill of a close encounter with these gentle giants. Tadoussac Hotel
Montréal (435 km) The drive passes Kamouraska and St JeanPort-Joli, the woodcarving capital of Québec. The numerous islands in the St Lawrence River are frequented by large colonies of seabirds and shorebirds. In Montréal, where Day 11 Tadoussac to Rimouski (105 km) Today, you'll have another chance to take a spectacular whalewatching cruise. Driving north, great blue whales and belugas can often be observed playing close to shore. Take the ferry to Rivière-du-Loup on the south side of the St. Lawrence River. Enjoy the jagged shoreline, dotted with islands and sandy beaches, as you make your way to Rimouski for your overnight stay. Hotel Rimouski Day 17 Montréal The day is at leisure for exploring Montréal, which boasts a vibrant, cosmopolitan flair and a unique combination of the founding cultures of Canada. Stroll through the Old Port, visit the Notre Dame Basilica, return to the 1976 Olympic Games at Olympic Park and relax in Mount Royal Park. Enjoy the joie de vivre in one of Canada's most exciting cities. Day 18 Montréal UK Time for last minute shopping before your overnight flight to the UK. Price includes: 17 nights accommodation, tax, full day Niagara Falls excursion and a 1 hour 1000 islands cruise. you will spend the next 2 nights, indulge in the French cafés and exuberant nightlife. Le CantlieSuites/ Hotel Nelligan
Under 18: £215 standard & £348 deluxe - Under 12: £54
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