Scenic Delights of Québec & New Brunswick

Day 2 : Montréal To (313km)

Depart Montréal and travel eastward on the east side of the St. Lawrence through the cultural heartland of French Canada. En route to Montmagny, we suggest a stop at Cap-de-la-Madeleine, Canada's national shrine to the Virgin Mary. You may wish to alter your route slightly north to the shore of the river to the bustling town of Trois-Rivières. Stop for lunch, or perhaps visit the Museum of Québec Folk Arts and Traditions to see excellent examples of period wood carving, tapestries and other fascinating artwork that tells the story of the region’s people and cultures.
Overnight in Montmagny.

Day 3 : Montmagny To Edmundston (243 Km)

The towns and villages such as Riviere-du-Loup and Saint Pascale have grown up along the banks of the river and reflect a complex modern history spanning over three centuries. The cultures of these communities are the legacy of both French and English empires during the country’s formative years. Take your time and perhaps stop at any one of these vibrant towns to experience a true taste of Québécois culture. Crossing into New Brunswick, arrive in the small, picturesque town of Edmundston for the evening.
Overnight in Edmundston.

Day 4 : Edmundston To St. Andrews-By-The-Sea (348 Km)

Today journey through the central wilds of New Brunswick en route to the southern shores of the province. The central region of New Brunswick contains some of the most pristine wilderness of Eastern Canada. The vast tracks of forests are home to wildlife such as brown and black bears, moose, wolves and other woodland creatures large and small - it is both an avid naturalist’s and casual outdoor enthusiast’s dream come true. Arrive in the seaside village of St. Andrews-by-the-Sea where the rest of the day is free to explore this charming maritime community.
Overnight in St. Andrews-by-the-Sea.

Day 5 : St. Andrews-By-The-Sea

Today is yours to experience a day in the life of an East Coast villager. This bustling town has developed into one of the premier tourist destinations in the Maritimes. Everything from local modern and native art galleries, to interactive salmon hatcheries and a fascinating aquarium delight visitors year-round. If seafood is to your liking, the small restaurants of the village serve up delicacies from the daily catches that are sure to tantalize you.
Overnight in St. Andrews-by-the-Sea.

Day 6 : St. Andrews-By-The-Sea To Shediac (338 Km)

Today you travel to Saint John and on to Hopewell Rocks where you can see the famous tides the
Bay of Fundy is famous for. Continue to Moncton and watch gravity be defied at the Magnetic Hill
where your car will appear to roll uphill. Stay a little longer and visit the adjacent Magnetic Hill Zoo
with creatures both unique to Canada and from around the world. Continue to Shediac where you
might wish to treat yourself to a lobster dinner at one of the local restaurants.
Overnight in Shediac.

Day 7 : Shediac To Caraquet (236 Km)

Heading up the coast of New Brunswick you may choose to visit Bouctouche Bay Eco-Tourism Site,
preserving and restoring one of the few remaining great sand dunes on the north-eastern coastline
of North America. Alternatively, you may wish to consider stopping at the Kouchibouguac National
Park visitor centre for an interactive presentation of the wide variety of forests, marshes and lagoons
indicative of the Maritime Plain ecosystem. Continue to Caraquet where the remainder of the day is
yours to explore this pleasant waterside community of the shores of Chaleur Bay.

Day 8 : Caraquet To Perce (423 Km)

Today the road follows the southern shores of the Baie des Chaleurs and crosses the original lands of
the Acadian people who were among those expelled from Nova Scotia and New Brunswick in 1760.
Passing through the seaside resort town of Bonaventure, you may wish to visit the Acadian Historical
Museum of Québec, featuring the art and cultural artifacts of that displaced community. Crossing
the provincial border back into Québec, you arrive in Percé. Overlooking the waters of the river, this
commercial centre of the Gaspe Peninsula marks where Jacques Cartier first took possession of the
land for France in 1534.
Overnight on Percé.

Day 9 : Percé

Once the largest fishing port in the Gaspé Peninsula, Percé is now the gem of the entire Gaspé
region as a resort and tourist town and renowned for the extraordinary beauty of its surroundings.
Its prominent geological feature is a great rock pierced with a hole, from which the community
derived its name. The town has a delightful selection of restaurants and cafes, some of the best in
the region as well as a summer theatre programme and a boardwalk that stretches along the south
beach. At the wharf you can watch the fishermen cleaning their daily catch.
Overnight in Percé.

Day 10 : Percé To Matane (347 Km)

Passing by the wide headwaters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, you begin to follow the river of the
same name as its waters flow by out to sea. Perhaps divert inland a short distance for a pleasant
drive or short outing in Parc de la Gaspésie – one of the most beautiful and accessible protected
lands in eastern Canada. Continue through the lush and historic farmlands of Sainte-Anne-des-
Monts, one of the first and most prominent early Catholic churches in the New World. Although
most of the original building has been destroyed by subsequent fires over the last 150 years, it has
been immaculately restored and is an unforgettable sight for all visitors. Arrive in Matane where the
rest of the day is at leisure to discover the charms of this francophone town.
Overnight in Matane.

Day 11 : Matane To Tadoussac (196 Km, Land Only)

This morning you board the ferry in Matane and cross the wide waters of the St. Lawrence to Baie-
Comeau. During your sailing, you may see some of the Great Lakes shipping vessels that continue to
use the waterway as a viable transportation route for heavy goods into the interior Great Lakes.
Upon debarking at Baie-Comeau, the scenic north shore of the river offers a day of discovery
through picture-perfect waterside towns. Les Escoumins is considered one of the most beautiful
villages of the Haute-Côte-Nord region, located along the riverside at the gate to the Parc Marin du
Saguenay. During the summer months, whales may be glimpsed from the shores of the village on
their migratory or feeding routes. Arrive in the town of Tadoussac at the confluence of two mighty
rivers.

Overnight in Tadoussac

Day 12 : Tadoussac To Québec City (215 Km)

Today as you travel into the heart of Québec, you are retracing the route of early European explores
as they pushed into the interior along inter-tribal trade and hunting routes used by the First Nations
peoples for thousands of years. Furthermore, the towns and villages such as Beaupre, Baie-St-Paul
and Saint- Simeon that have grown up along the banks of the river reflect a comparatively recent
300-year history of both French and English empires, leaving their mark on the architecture and the
local cultures. As the river narrows, the spires and fortifications of Québec City come into view,
quickly dominating the riverside landscape. Overnight in Québec City.

Day 13 : Québec City

Today you depart on a comprehensive orientation tour of historic and modern Québec City. The
cobblestone streets still resonate with the long histories of French and English empires that formed
the foundation of Canada. The walled city is one of the finest examples of a colonial fortified
city in the world. On this guided tour, you will see the Latin Quarter, the Plains of Abraham, the
Citadel, the Fortifications, the National Assembly, Place Royale, the Basilica and other points of
interest within Québec City. The remainder of the day is free to independently explore the sights of
sounds of the city. The local restaurateurs have refined dining to a fine art and invite all visitors to
sample the indulgent local dishes or experience the delights of fusion menus that combine
ingredients and preparations from around the world.
Overnight in Québec City.

Day 14-15 : Montreal - UK

Drive on to Montréal and drop your car at the airport for you flight home.

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