Renowned French cuisine at sidewalk cafes, dramatic cliff top vistas
of the Saint Lawrence River, evening strolls along the romantic
Dufferin Terrace are a few of Quebec City's highlights. This cradle
of French civilization brings Old World flavor in warm historic
surroundings.
This tour, in its twenty-fourth season, introduces the finest of
Quebec. Cycle through charming countryside and visit major
historical landmarks around Quebec City. A tour of Ile d'Orleans
takes you past homes of 18th century traditional architecture and
roadside stands that abound with maple products, fruit, homemade
bread, and woven crafts. The tour starts on the Ile d’Orleans and
continues along the Saint Lawrence southern shoreline on its way to
Quebec City.
The lodging and dining for our Quebec tour is simply exquisite. The
Auberge La Goeliche, a peaceful country inn located on the shores of
the St. Lawrence River will be our home for two nights. Near
Montmagny, we will lodge at the Manoir des Erables (4-star) a
magnificent country manor more than 150 years old, which has been
transformed into a sumptuous 4-star hotel. We spend our last two
nights in the heart of Old Quebec City at the renowned 4-star
Chateau Frontenac, a Norman-styled structure with green copper roofs
that has dominated the area since the late 1800’s. (If you're in
Quebec, there's no place else to consider!) Two of the hotels have
massage facilities.
Itinerary Day One
Arrive at Auberge La Goeliche, on Ile d’Orleans. 3:30 p.m.
-bike-fitting session before a cocktail reception and dinner at the
inn.
Day Two
Cycle the Ile d’Orleans. Ride through villages with superb
traditional architecture. Fruit and vegetable stands abound.
Traditional local handmade goods featured. (35 or 47 miles)
Day Three
Ferry ride from Quebec City to the south shore of the St. Lawrence
River to explore the fertile valleys of the Chaudiere-Appalaches.
The Moulin de Beaumont is located in a magnificent setting. This
mansard-roofed mill, built in 1812 for the surrounding “seigneury”,
is a modern-day tribute to the milling industry. We then cycle along
the river’s edge to Montmagny. (35 or 47 miles)
Day Four
Today’s shorter loop winds through L’Islet, Cap-St-Ignace, and back
to Montmagny. Or take the longer option through St-Jean-Port-Joli, a
unique cultural town, considered as the woodcarving “mecca.” In
addition to the woodcarving, a blacksmith shop and other artisan
shops await you. (35 or 52 miles)
Day Five
Cycle quiet country roads from Montmagny into the
Chaudiere-Appalaches region. Enjoy picturesque farmlands, and rural
hamlets. Our lunch destination is Le Ricaneux, where we will enjoy a
tour of this unique winery, which uses a variety of wild berries to
produce wine, sparkling wine, liqueurs and jam. After a picnic lunch
we return to Quebec City. (36 or 48 miles)
Day Six
Guided walking tour of historic Quebec City. Your private guide will
highlight history, culture, important landmarks. Cycle to
Montmorency Falls or visit museums and shops. (16 miles)
Day Seven
Departure via air or rail from Quebec City.
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 ZZ-CABK09
Tour
Price : $2,589
6 nights (Includes breakfasts and 4 dinners; airport transfer)
2008
Dates:
July 13 - 19
July 20 - 26
July 27 - Aug. 2
August 3 - 9
August 10 - 16
Bicycle Rental:
$125
Single Supplement:
$500 (optional)
Arrival: Montreal's Dorval airport or first inn
Departure: Quebec City (via train or air; transfer by van to
inn for drivers only)
Cycling Level: Easy to Moderate
Terrain: Level and some rolling
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