Canadian treasures

DAY 1 - TORONTO
  
 
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Welcome to Toronto, the Canadian metropolis also known as the "Queen City".
We wish you a great vacation in the land of lakes and rivers!
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Strathcona Hotel Downtown Toronto
•      Hilton Toronto
•      Germain Maple Leaf Square 
•      Fairmont Royal York
DAY 2 - TORONTO
  
 
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The bustling metropolis of Toronto: cosmopolitan, exciting and international!
Don't miss the city's main attractions, such as Bay Street, Yonge Street, the Ontario parliament, Chinatown and shopping at Eaton Centre.
Defining the Toronto skyline, the CN Tower is one of the Wonders of the modern world and one of Toronto's main attractions. Its observation deck is one of the highest in the world, at a dizzying 447 meters. Will you dare to walk across its glass floor?
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Strathcona Hotel Downtown Toronto
•      Hilton Toronto
DAY 3 - TORONTO / NIAGARA FALLS ( 128 KM / 01H19 )
  
 
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Today you set out for the magnificent Niagara Falls, considered by many to be the eighth wonder of the world.
Your visit to the falls is sure to be one of the highlights of your trip; you will never forget their awe-inspiring power and beauty.
Be sure to take the famous Hornblower boat tour, which will take you right to the base of the falls.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Days Inn by The Falls
•      Marriott on the Falls
DAY 4 - NIAGARA FALLS / THOUSAND ISLANDS ( 415 KM / 03H55 )
  
 
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Your route continues in the direction of the beautiful Thousand Islands, at the eastern end of Lake Ontario.
This famous region, known to the First Nations people as "The Garden of the Great Spirit", offers scenery of singular beauty.
The best way to explore these 1000 treasures is with a boat tour on the St. Lawrence River.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Comfort Inn & Suites
•      Holiday Inn Express
DAY 5 - THOUSAND ISLANDS / OTTAWA ( 167 KM / 01H42 )
  
 
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Next the adventure leads to our National Capital, Ottawa. 
Nestled at the junction of three scenic rivers, Ottawa is considered to be one of the most beautiful capital cities in the world. It is a North American city with a bit of a European feel.
During your day in the Canadian Capital, be sure to visit its most popular attractions, such as Parliament Hill, the Rideau Canal and ByWard Market.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Lord Elgin
•      Andaz Ottawa
DAY 6 - OTTAWA / MONTREAL ( 198 KM / 02H04 )
  
 
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Today you head for Montreal, one of the largest French-speaking city in the world
Be sure to stop along the way for a visit to Parc Omega, where you will have the chance to observe Canadian wildlife in its natural habitat from behind the wheel of your car.
You reach Montreal at the end of the day. Evening off in the city.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Best Western Ville-Marie
•      Delta Montreal 
DAY 7 - MONTREAL
  
 
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You have a full day to explore Quebec's metropolis.
Like any great city, Montreal has 1001 attractions to offer visitors. Take the opportunity to experience the rhythm of its 5 main neighborhoods: the Plateau Mont-Royal, Old Montreal, Downtown, the Latin Quarter and Mont-Royal Park.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Best Western Ville-Marie
•      Delta Montreal 
•      Hotel Place d'Armes
•      Hotel Le St-James
•      Coeur Urbain B&B
DAY 8 - MONTREAL / BAS ST-LAURENT ( 425 KM / 04H12 )
  
 
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Today's destination is Bas St-Laurent, on the south shore of the St. Lawrence River, a region known for its picturesque villages.
In Kamouraska, according to National Geographic, you will find "the second most beautiful sunsets in the world, after Hawaii".
In addition to its rich architectural and historical heritage, the Bas St-Laurent region is renowned for the quiet beauty of its scenery.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Auberge Sur Mer
•      Auberge de La Poin
DAY 8 - MONTREAL / BAS ST-LAURENT ( 425 KM / 04H12 )
  
 
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Today's destination is Bas St-Laurent, on the south shore of the St. Lawrence River, a region known for its picturesque villages.
In Kamouraska, according to National Geographic, you will find "the second most beautiful sunsets in the world, after Hawaii".
In addition to its rich architectural and historical heritage, the Bas St-Laurent region is renowned for the quiet beauty of its scenery.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Auberge Sur Mer
•      Auberge de La Poin
DAY 9 - BAS ST-LAURENT / BIC NATIONAL PARK ( 146 KM / 01H38 )
  
 
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Spend a relaxing morning enjoying the magnificent scenery along the St. Lawrence River.
Today you get to discover Bic National Park. Located in the St. Lawrence estuary, Bic National Park proudly showcases its capes, bays, coves, islands, and mountains, which have contributed to its renown.
We strongly recommend seal watching in the park, at Cap-Caribou or Pointe-aux-Épinettes (depending on the tides).
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Domaine Valga Outfitter
•      Auberge Mange Grenouille
•      Domaine du Perchoir B&B
DAY 10 - BIC NATIONAL PARK
  
 
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Today we invite you to discover Québec's backcountry in all its splendor.
Welcome to Bas-St-Laurent, a region where coastal levees and hills give way to a land of forests, winding rivers and lakes, all carefully preserved over the years by the local inhabitants.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Domaine Valga Outfitter
•      Auberge Mange Grenouille
•      Domaine du Perchoir B&B
•      Au Refuge du Vieux Loup de Mer
•      Ready-to-camp
DAY 11 - BIC NATIONAL PARK / BAIE DES CHALEURS ( 198 KM / 02H22 )
  
 
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This morning you set out for Chaleur Bay ("Baie des Chaleurs") in the southern part of Gaspesie, taking the scenic route through the panoramic Matapedia Valley.
While you are in the area, take the opportunity to climb Mount St-Joseph, silent witness to the history of the earth and the human race.
Baie des Chaleurs has a long-standing reputation for open hospitality and "bon vivant" who enjoy the good things in life. You are sure to find a warm welcome that you will be hard-pressed to forget!
DAY 12 - BAIE DES CHALEURS / PERCÉ ( 216 KM / 02H48 )
  
 
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Spend the morning enjoying Baie des Chaleurs and the nearby Bonaventure River with its clear turquoise waters, easily one of the most beautiful rivers in Quebec
In the afternoon you set a course for the famous Percé Rock, sculpted by time and the sea at the tip of the Gaspé Peninsula.
Enjoy your stay in the charming village of Percé, one of the most beautiful villages in Quebec.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Riotel Perce
DAY 13 - PERCÉ
  
 
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Bonaventure Island and Percé Rock National Park boast of a rich historical and natural heritage, a surprising geological past, and unusual plant and animal life including an impressive world-renowned colony of Northern Gannets.
An extension of the Appalachians into the waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, this rocky city has Île Bonaventure as a fortress, and the majestic Percé Rock, the tourism emblem of Québec, as a stone vessel.
On the island, the fragrance and color of the wildflowers and the fresh sea breezes will intoxicate you.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Riotel Perce
DAY 14 - PERCÉ / FORILLON NATIONAL PARK ( 63 KM / 00H48 )
  
 
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The road trip continues to the incredible Forillon National Park, where mountain cliffs thrust brutally into the Atlantic Ocean.
Its magnificent seascapes, cliffs, and mountains occupy 244 km². The presence of ten different rock formations, seabird colonies, a surprising underwater world and its broad diversity in wildlife and plant life combine to make this park unique.
We recommend a picnic lunch in Cap Bon-Ami, definitely the best place from which to admire the Forillon cliffs.
Don't miss the Grande-Grave interpretive trail which highlights the way of life of the fishermen and their families at the time of colonization.
DAY 15 - FORILLON NATIONAL PARK / GASPESIE NATIONAL PARK ( 200 KM / 02H20 )
  
 
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After breakfast, the adventure continues in the direction of Gaspesie National Park.
The section of Route 132 between Forillon Park and Gaspesie Park is, without a doubt, one of the most spectacular drives in Quebec, if not in Canada.
This park is a veritable sea of mountains located in the heart of the Gaspé Peninsula. Its varied climates and unusual geomorphology attract a diversity of plant and animal species that are unique to Quebec.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      La Seigneurie des Mont
DAY 16 - GASPESIE NATIONAL PARK
  
 
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Hiking is, without a doubt, the favorite activity within Gaspésie National Park.
The best trail is the one that leads to the summit of Mont Jacques-Cartier, where you will get a taste of the Far North; you may even surprise some caribou grazing at the top! Ask about the shuttle service and the discovery hike "Vivez le Grand Nord".
For families or the less athletically inclined, the Lac aux Américains trail will lead you to breathtaking picture-postcard views in less than 30 minutes.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      La Seigneurie des Monts 
•      Hôtel & Cie
DAY 17 - GASPESIE NATIONAL PARK / TADOUSSAC ( 315 KM / 05H37 )
  
 
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This morning's route leads you to the fishing village of Matane, where you will take an unforgettable ferry ride to the north shore of the majestic St. Lawrence River!
Your destination: Tadoussac, the oldest village in Canada. Did you know that Tadoussac Bay is listed as one of the 50 most beautiful bays in the world?
Take the time to sample some typical local cuisine at Le Bateau restaurant, conveniently located in the heart of this historic village.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Natakam Condos
•      Auberge La Merveilleuse
•      Hotel Tadoussac 
DAY 18 - TADOUSSAC / CHARLEVOIX ( 181 KM / 02H34 )
  
 
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Tadoussac is one of the best internationally renowned whale-watching sites in the world. You can hardly leave the area without going on a whale-watching safari!
This exciting adventure includes the services of a naturalist guide who will help you identify several species including the razorback and the beluga.
In the late morning, you set out for the Charlevoix region. You follow a panoramic route along the majestic St. Lawrence that is said to offer the best views of the river from so close and yet so high.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Auberge Le Four à Pain
DAY 19 - CHARLEVOIX / QUEBEC CITY ( 92 KM / 01H12 )
  
 
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Today you head for the beautiful and historic Quebec City, the cradle of French culture in the Americas.
Perched on the cliffs of Cap Diamant and overlooking the St. Lawrence River, Quebec is proud to be a living museum and the only fortified city in North America.
Once you reach Quebec City, take the time to explore the city and its many historic sites. The entire old town is a UNESCO world heritage site.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Château Laurier 
•      Monastère des Augustines 
DAY 20 - QUEBEC CITY
  
 
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Take the time to explore the old capital and its many historic sites. From Place Royale and Petit Champlain to Dufferin Terrace and Château Frontenac, follow the winding alleys that will lead you to hidden places where you will have the impression that you are the first to discover them.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Château Laurier 
•      Monastère des Augustines 
•      Hôtel-Musée Premières Nations
•      Fairmont Château Frontenac 
•      Loft Charest
DAY 21 - QUEBEC CITY / MONTREAL ( 254 KM / 02H45 )
  
 
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Enjoy the last moments of your Quebec vacation, before heading to the Montreal airport for your flight home.
It's time to say "au revoir" to the land of lakes and rivers, your hearts filled with beautiful memories that will last a lifetime!