Quebec Splendour - 11 Days / 10 Nights

Flexi Drive Tour

Departs: Daily

Day 1 Arrival in Montréal

Today arrive independently in Montreal. Pick up your rental car at Montreal Trudeau Airport or in Downtown Montreal (VIA Rail Station) as pre-arranged. Drive to your Montreal accommodation and check-in. Your exclusive documentation package will be waiting at the Front Desk. The remainder of the day is free to explore Montreal on your own.

Day 2 Montréal to Eastern Townships (approx. 150 km)

Spend more time exploring Montreal before heading to Quebec's Eastern Townships region via Highway # 10 East. You have the opportunity to visit the small chocolate museum in Bromont along the way. Maybe you would like to stop at the Orpailleur Winery in Dumham, approximately 30 km south of Bromont. Continue to Knowlton, a Victorian style town. Check into your accommodation. In the evening, you may just walk around this lovely town & relax in one of the cafes or restaurants.

Day 3 Explore Eastern Townships

Today visit the Eastern Townships region, don't miss a visit to the Abbey of St. Benoaet du Lac, Magog, North Hatley, Coaticook with its canyon, park & suspension bridge and the Beaulne Museum where you can admire costumes and textiles, fine arts and decorative arts, as well as local heritage.

Day 4 Eastern Townships to Quebec (approx. 230 km)

Depart for Quebec City this morning. which is a lovely drive through the country and farming landscape of South Quebec. After settling into your hotel or B&B, relax in one of the many cafes and stroll through the cobblestone streets of Quebec City.

Day 5 Explore Quebec City

Quebec City is the heart of French Canada. Nowhere else in North America is the appearance and atmosphere of an old-world city so complete. Quebec City looks and feels very European; perhaps that is why the entire old section of the town was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985. Today is free to discover the charm of the City on your own.

Day 6 Quebec City to La Malbaie (140 km)

Depart today to La Malbaie, in Quebec's beautiful Charlevoix region. Take time to explore the scenic area, the beauty of which has inspired generations of artists. Along the way, you may stop to visit the Sainte Anne de Beauprea shrine. Arrival in La Malbaie.

Day 7 Whale watching in Tadoussac and La Baie (170 Km)

This morning depart on a whale watching tour (included). In Tadoussac, at the mouth of the Saguenay Fjord, you will board the vessel where an experienced naturalist will explain the habits of the Finback, Minke and Beluga whales that frequent this region during the summer. In the afternoon continue along the beautiful Saguenay fjord to the small city of La Baie. Dinner tonight is included at your hotel (not applicable for B&B accommodation).

Day 8 Sightseeing Saguenay Area

Breakfast is included this morning at your hotel or B&B. Visit the attractions of the region: Wild Zoo of Saint-Felicien (admission included), Historical Village of Val-Jalbert and the many other cultural, outdoor and sports activities that this area has to offer. Dinner tonight is included at your hotel (not applicable for B&B accommodation).

Day 9 Saguenay to Riviere-du-Loup (150Km + 1¼ hr ferry)

Breakfast is included this morning at your hotel or and B&B. Departure from the Saguenay region to drive to Saint-Simeon to take the ferry Saint-Simeaon to Riviere-du-Loup. We have made your ferry reservation - please ensure to board at the correct time. The crossing of the St-Lawrence River will take 1 ¼ hours. Overnight in Riviere-du-Loup.

Day 10 10 Riviėre-du-Loup to Montmagny (100 Km)

Today depart for Montmagny. There are many things to visit along the way, i.e. La Seigneurie St. Roch des Aulnaies, St Jean Port-Jolie, known as the capital of the wood sculpture and famous for the Musaee des Anciens Canadiens.

Day 11 Montmagny to Montréal (305 Km)

Today you will return to Montreal. If you have enough time, we may suggest to visit the Centre des Migrations, where you can learn everything about Canadian geese, or to stop at the famous Rose farm Rose Drummond in Drummondville along the way. Your tour ends in Montreal upon returning your rental car.

Features:

Accommodation including provincial taxes for 10 nights
MAP at the Auberge des 21 incl. 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners (for Hotel accommodation only)
Whale watching in Tadoussac (Covered Boat)
$50 dinner certificate per booking, which can be used in Montreal or Quebec City
Exclusive travel documentation package including personalized maps, itinerary and driving directions.

Hotel Information:

Bed & Breakfast

Montreal - Montreal B&B

Quebec City - Quebec City B&B

Eastern Townships - B&B in Eastern Townships area

La Malbaie - B&B in Malbaie area

Saguenay - B&B in Saguenay area

Riviere du Loup - B&B in Riviere du Loup area

Montmagny - B&B in Montmagny area

Note for B&B Accommodation:

B&B rate also includes breakfast daily
Please note that the arrival time in a B&B should be between 3 and 6 pm and if travelers cannot make it on time, they must call the B&B directly to advise so.
Please advise the flight number if arriving at the B&B on the day of arrival
Exact B&B addresses will be confirmed in the clients itinerary
All B&Bs have private bathrooms - should a B&B with private bathroom not be available, we will advise at time of booking. - Triple room can have either 2 double beds, or 1 bed plus a hideaway or sofa bed.

Popular Grade:

Montreal - Le Nouvel Hotel (Standard Room)

Eastern Townships - Auberge Lakeview Inn (Standard Room)

Quebec City - Hotel Chateau Laurier (Standard Room)

La Malbaie - Auberge des Falaises (Standard Room)

Saguenay - Auberge des 21 (MAP) (Standard Room)

Riviere du Loup - Hotel Levesque (Standard Room)

Montmagny - Manoir des Erables (Standard Room)

Not included:

• Rental Car

• Road Tolls

Value Grade (Prices in CAD)

Season	Twin	Single	Triple	Child
BED & BREAKFAST
01 May 08 - 30 Sep 08	$1287	$2289	$1020	$349

Popular Grade (Prices in CAD)

Season	Twin	Single	Triple	Child
01 May 08 - 21 May 08	$1520	$2651	$1301	$158
22 May 08 - 22 Jun 08	$1556	$2726	$1320	$158
23 Jun 08 - 07 Sep 08	$1604	$2821	$1352	$158
08 Sep 08 - 30 Sep 08	$1584	$2782	$1339	$158

Prices are per person and do not include the Canadian 6% Goods & Service Tax. This tax will be added at time of booking.

11 Day HERTZ Mid Size Car

(Prices in CAD)
Inclusive Rates Include:
(LDW) with a $500 deductible
(PST, GST) All Taxes
(PVRT) Provincial Road Tax
(TFFC) Tax For Fuel
(CFR) Airport Concession Fee
(VLF) Vehicle Licensing Fee
(ACSURCH) Air Conditioning Tax
Unlimited Kms
(Rental rates include 6% GST)

Season Price for Car Rental

01 May 08 - 27 Jun 08 $784
28 Jun 08 - 27 Aug 08 $898
28 Aug 08 - 30 Sep 08 $784

11 Day HERTZ Full Size Car

(Prices in CAD)
Inclusive Rates Include:
(LDW) with a $500 deductible
(PST, GST) All Taxes
(PVRT) Provincial Road Tax
(TFFC) Tax For Fuel
(CFR) Airport Concession Fee
(VLF) Vehicle Licensing Fee
(ACSURCH) Air Conditioning Tax
Unlimited Kms
(Rental rates include 6% GST)

Season Price for Car Rental

01 May 08 - 27 Jun 08 $850
28 Jun 08 - 27 Aug 08 $964
28 Aug 08 - 30 Sep 08 $850

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