Character Inns of Québec
14-night tailor-made self-drive holiday
This self-drive tour features stays in charming auberge-style hotels that are so typical of the Québec region. From cosmopolitan Montréal and heritage-rich Québec City to the scenic coastal routes of the Gaspé peninsula, you’ll find yourself quickly immersed in this largely underrated province.
1 night Montréal • 2 nights Québec City • 1 night Rivière-du-Loup • 1 night Baie des Chaleurs • 2 nights Percé • 2 nights Parc de la Gaspésie • 1 night Tadoussac region • 1 night Saguenay • 1 night Lac St. Jean • 2 nights Saint-Alexis-des-Monts
Day 1: Montréal
Upon arrival you will have time to explore this exciting city.
Days 2-3: Québec City
Stroll through the Québec City’s pedestrian friendly streets and enjoy a cruise on the St. Lawrence River for great views of North America’s only walled city.
Day 4: Rivière-du-Loup
Drive to the coastal town of Rivière-du-Loup, known for its splendid public buildings and stunning sunsets.
Day 5: Baie des Chaleurs
Learn about the maritime lore of the Gaspé Peninsula as you continue your journey to Baie des Chaleurs, famous for its rich fishing grounds.
Days 6-7: Percé
Find out why Percé is known as the Gem of the Gaspé region. See the extraordinarily beautiful surroundings and its famous Rock with a hole.
Days 8-9: Parc de la Gaspésie
With peaks over 1000 metres, this wildlife conservation area is the only place caribou, mouse and white-tailed deer co-exist. Enjoy 87 miles of hiking trails with far-reaching views and countless hidden spots that are perfect for a quick picnic.
Day 10: Tadoussac region
Take a ferry from Matane to Baie Comeau keeping an eye out for whales as you cross back over the St Lawrence River.
Day 11: Saguenay
Take in spectacular views of the Saguenay Fjord from the town of L’Anse-de-Roche. A highlight of your time here will be a whalewatching cruise.
Day 12: Lac St. Jean
At the vast Lac St Jean you can hike, fish for landlocked salmon or go boating on the lake.
Days 13-14: Saint-Alexis-des-Monts
Drive through dense terrain to your base for two nights. Here, enjoy outdoor activities or try spotting black bear in this stunning natural setting.
Day 15: End of Tour
Return to Montréal for your onward journey or flight back to the UK.
Prices from
2012 prices from: £2,125 - £2,695 per person.
Valid for departures: 04 May - 13 October 2012
Includes: 14 nights room only in auberge style accommodation, 1.5 hour Explorer Cruise in Montréal, excursion around Percé Rock and Bonaventure Island, a 3-hour whalewatching trip by Zodiac boat at Tadoussac, 15 days car rental with a self-drive information pack and return flights from the UK.
Please note that ferry crossings are not included and cannot be pre-booked.
Terms & Conditions: Prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin/double room; prices are subject to availability and possible change; normal booking conditions apply.
To book, call 0845 643 6548
To book this travel offer, call one of our tailor-made travel experts now, quoting reference WEX101004.
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