Stay two nights in Montreal

When founded in 1642, Montréal was a mission named Ville-Marie. Today, with 3.4 million inhabitants, it’s a major inland port, an international metropolis and the world’s second-largest French-speaking city. Its juxtaposition of French and British influences gives rise to an exuberant creativity, reflected in its rich and festive cultural life!

Head along the St. Lawrence River to this city which is set on a terrace above the coastal plain and has an appealing and distinctive Quebecois atmosphere. The town has a rich architectural heritage dating back to the 19th century, when it was a popular resort destination for big-city dwellers. Take an excursion around the islands in the St. Lawrence to go bird watching or hiking or to visit a lighthouse. You can also enjoy a whale-watching excursion from here.

Stay three nights in Saint-Anne-des-Monts

This is your base for discovering the Parc National de la Gaspésie, the second oldest national park in Québec. It offers a wide variety of hiking trails for all types of hikers, and the mountains of Gaspésie are home to the only caribou herd south of the St. Lawrence. 

Stay three nights in Percé

The village of Percé is a tourist attraction in its own right where you can enjoy exploring the local boutiques and art galleries. The region’s star attraction is majestic Percé Rock! Visit Bonaventure Island, (Île-Bonaventure-et-du-Rocher-Percé National Park) and take opportunity to observe over 300,000 seabirds, including 120,000 northern gannets in the world’s most accessible colony of these birds. Head to the tip of the Gaspé Peninsula and take in the magnificent scenery, head out on a whale-watching or sea kayaking excursion from Gaspé Bay. 

Stay one night in Matane

Poised on the St. Lawrence estuary at the gateway to Gaspésie, Matane boasts an outstanding location. Its name originates in a Mi’kmaq word for “beaver pond,” so it’s no surprise to learn that Matane is a nature destination par excellence. Discover a vibrant downtown with an array of shopping and dining. 

Head to Tadoussac, approx. 125 miles

Stay two nights in Tadoussac

Tadoussac Bay, a member of the Most Beautiful Bays in the World Club, is at the heart of the Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park and is the home base of several companies offering sea excursions. While Tadoussac is the best known area for whale watching in this region, several other sites (as Sacré-Coeur and Les Bergeronnes) offer exceptional observation conditions—even from the shore. Tadoussac is located at the mouth of the Saguenay Fjord, which was carved by the movement of the glaciers several million years ago. 

Stock up on supplies for today and this evening in La Malbaie, before heading to Parc National des Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie. 

Stay one night in a Huttopia tent (semi-permanent tent with cooking facilities and small fridge supplied)

This national park displays landscapes worthy of the forces of nature that crafted it, and the people who visited it over the years. The landscapes here are impressive - glacial valleys carving the high plateaux, white waters alternating with still waters and waterfalls and cascades going down the rock walls. Discover it by boat, canoe, kayak and bicycle or on foot. 

Stay one night in Baie-Saint-Paul

Baie-Saint-Paul is nestled in the heart of a valley. In the town enjoy museums and art galleries, gourmet restaurants and corner bistros, entertaining bars and sunny terraces. The world-renowned Cirque du Soleil took its first steps here in the early 1980’s. Be sure to take a stroll down Rue Saint-Jean-Baptiste, home to one of the highest concentrations of art galleries in Canada. Explore the outdoors on a sea-kayaking adventure or a guided canyoning experience, rappelling down wild canyons and challenging cascades, with incredible views of the Charlevoix scenery. 

Stay two nights in Quebec City

Soak up the atmosphere of Canada's oldest city with its unique French culture. The best way to discover the city and it's numerous historic buildings is by walking through the enchanting cobbled streets and narrow lanes. Don't miss a visit to the Fortifications, Place Royal, Montmorency Falls and the Ile d'Orleans.

Stay two nights in Ottawa

Ottawa is Canada’s capital, a dynamic showcase city located at the Quebec border. You will hear English and French spoken in the streets, and you can discover Canada’s proud heritage at impressive national sites and famous landmarks, including the Rideau Canal (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). It’s a city steeped in culture, with world-class museums and galleries, and yet where you can enjoy the great outdoors – both in the city and in the surrounding country side. There’s an easy cosmopolitan vibe here. Explore the distinctive local neighbourhoods, including the historic ByWard Market: by day this area boasts a bustling farmers’ market and chic shops, by night it hums with activity at the restaurants, pubs, and nightclubs.

Enjoy a full day guided Family Rafting Adventure at OWL Resort, including equipment and a post-rafting pontoon ride and buffet meal.  

After your rafting trip, drive to Calabogie Peaks, approx. 40 miles

Stay one night at the Calabogie Peaks Resort

This four season country resort is located on the shores of Calabogie Lake at the base of Dickson Mountain. Relax and enjoy the stunning scenery, or play a round of golf pm the 9-hole course, play tennis, hiking one of the many trails, or take to the water either canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding or swimming. The resort also boasts an excellent restaurant. 

Stay one night in Toronto

Toronto on Lake Ontario is Canada’s largest city and the provincial capital full of festivals, museums, galleries and theatres that rival the best in the world. Globetrot to culturally diverse neighbourhoods with eclectic shops and restaurants serving delectable cuisine from all corners of the world. Its most prominent landmark is the CN Tower and it is home to many museums and galleries. If you have time, take in a baseball or ice hockey game or visit the Hockey Hall of Fame. 

Stay one night in Niagara Falls

Even repeat visitors to Niagara Falls thrill to the thunder and roar as six million cubic feet of water falls over the rocks every minute. Join the millions of travellers who every year are awed by the sights and sounds of magnificent Niagara Falls! Get up close to the Falls on a boat ride, or a Whirlpool Jet Boat. Take the Journey Behind the Falls to walk stand in the mist where the Horseshoe Falls tumbles from 13 storeys above you! You will get wet!! 

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