The Laurentian Mountains
Date: Saturday, July 5, 2008
Hours: 9:00 to 17:00
Reservation deadline: June 6, 2008
Minimum participation required: 35

The Laurentians are among the oldest mountains in the world, located north of Montréal. This picturesque region of mountains, lakes and rivers is the playground of Montrealers, a place for fishing, skiing, golfing and beautiful scenery. Discover its natural setting, huge forests, charming villages, cozy valleys, and crystalclear lakes on the way to the region’s foremost resort, Mont-Tremblant. There will be some free time to shop and browse around in the quaintVillage St-Bernard and ride up in the Gondola to admire the panoramic view from the top of the mountain. Bring your camera! Lunch will be served in the heart of the mountains.

Rate per person: CAN$155
Includes:
• Professional guide
• Deluxe motorcoach
• Lunch in a resort in Tremblant
• Admission fees
• All applicable taxes

 

 

Rendez-Vous in Québec City
Date: Thursday, July 10, 2008
Hours: 8:00 to 20:00
Reservation deadline: June 6, 2008
Minimum participation required: 35

2008 is the year to visit Québec City. Founded in 1608 by Samuel de Champlain, Québec City celebrates the 400th anniversary of its founding. The historic district of Old Québec is recognized by UNESCO as World Heritage Site. It was the first permanent European settlement in New France. A natural citadel, the site dominates the St. Lawrence River. Renowned for its European flavour, the city offers a rich architecture. During the tour you will visit the Plains of Abraham, Notre-Dame-de-Québec Basilica-Cathedral, Place Royale, the National Assembly, the Citadelle and the famous Château Frontenac. See if you can resist the ambiance of Québec City!

Rate per person: CAN$170
Includes:
• Professional Guide
• Deluxe motorcoach
• Specialized guide in Québec City
• All applicable taxes

 

Charlevoix, Land of Nature and Culture
Dates: Thursday, July 10 to Saturday, July 12, 2008
Reservation deadline: May 2, 2008
Minimum participation required: 20

Painters, poets, writers and musicians have long been charmed by the region’s landscapes. Charlevoix is the perfect marriage of nature and culture. See the Manoir Richelieu at Pointe-au-Pic, peaceful Rivière Malbaie, Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive and Baie-Saint-Paul, home of many artists. Beautiful houses built in the early 20th century give the region its heritage character of a time long past when steamships began bringing tourists to La Malbaie, and making Charlevoix an elegant, exotic and romantic destination. This region has earned the status of UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve.

Day 1 • Thursday, July 10

Visit Québec city on Your Way to charlevoix
8:00 Departure by bus to Charlevoix. Stop in Québec City for free time and lunch
on your own.
15:00 Arrival in Charlevoix and check in at Le Manoir Richelieu. This impressive hotel was built on the cliff of Pointe-au-Pic overlooking the majestic St. Lawrence River in 1899. The view from the hotel is simply breathtaking. Dinner at the Manoir.

Day 2 • Friday, July 11

Whale-Watching cruise.
Charlevoix is the perfect spot to observe whales and smaller cetaceans. With the help of a naturalist guide you will learn all about fin whales, humpback whales and belugas. Lunch on board followed by the visit of Baie-Saint-Paul, a charming village nestled in a valley. Farewell supper.