Circle one of Québec’s most beautiful lakes on this 7-day Lac Saint-Jean bike tour, where quiet cycling paths, sandy beaches, boreal forests and blueberry country set the pace. Ride portions of the celebrated Véloroute des Bleuets, explore Québec City and spend two memorable nights in the preserved village of Val-Jalbert. The tour begins in historic Québec City before heading north to ride portions of the celebrated Véloroute des Bleuets. Pedal through Pointe-Taillon National Park, where sandy beaches, peatlands and forest trails create a peaceful lakeside ride. Keep an eye out for moose, beavers and birds as you follow dedicated paths and quiet country roads through blueberry fields and villages that feel wonderfully rooted in place. Off the bike, visit the Zoo Sauvage de Saint-Félicien, enjoy lunch beside Les Chutes à l’Ours, explore the underground world of Trou de la Fée and spend two nights in the preserved historic village of Val-Jalbert. Day 1: Arrival and Québec City walking tour. Meet your leaders and ease into the week with a guided walking tour of historic Quebec City. Cobblestone streets, stone walls and French-Canadian charm make a beautiful beginning to your Lac Saint-Jean adventure. Tonight, gather for a welcome dinner and get to know your fellow travelers. Day 2: Metabetchouan to Alma. After breakfast, travel north through the beautiful Laurentides Wildlife Reserve toward Lac Saint-Jean. Your first ride begins at Plage du Rigolet in Metabetchouan, where lake views and fresh air welcome you to the region. From there, pedal toward Alma on a scenic introductory ride, with your first taste of the Veloroute des Bleuets and the wide-open beauty of blueberry country. Day 3: Alma to Dolbeau-Mistassini. Today is your longest ride of the tour, and it's a beauty. Much of the route follows dedicated bike paths, including a memorable 20-kilometer stretch through Pointe-Taillon National Park. Ride past sandy beaches, quiet forest and peaceful wetlands, with plenty of chances to pause and take in the lake. Keep your eyes open, as this is a wonderful habitat for moose, beavers and birds. Day 4: Dolbeau-Mistassini to Saint-Félicien. Today you'll follow a mix of designated bike trail and quiet country roads as you make your way toward Saint-Felicien. Along the way, stop at a local blueberry shop for a taste of one of the region's signature flavors. Lunch is served beside Les Chutes a l'Ours, where the Mistassini River tumbles over the rocks. Afterward, enjoy time for a swim before continuing to the township of Saint-Felicien, where we will spend the night. Day 5: Saint-Félicien to Val-Jalbert. Start the day with a visit to Zoo Sauvage de Saint-Felicien, one of Canada's largest wildlife parks and a memorable window into the boreal north. You'll have time to look for caribou, bison, moose, bears and other cold-climate species before continuing your ride toward Val-Jalbert. By afternoon, arrive at Village historique de Val-Jalbert, a beautifully preserved former company town that offers a fascinating glimpse into the region's industrial past. With historic buildings, forested paths and a waterfall nearby, it's an atmospheric place to call home for the next two nights. Day 6: Val Jalbert loop ride to Parc Trou de Fée. Today's loop ride takes you to Parc de la Caverne Trou de la Fee, a fascinating natural site near Desbiens. Known as "Fairy Hole," the park features forested trails, dramatic rock walls and an underground cave system shaped over time by water and stone. You'll have time to explore the cool cave passages, take in the unique rock formations and enjoy the park's mysterious, tucked-away atmosphere before riding back to Val-Jalbert. Tonight, gather in the historic village for a final dinner together and a well-earned toast to the week's adventures. Day 7: Val Jalbert – Metabetchouan & Return to Quebec City. Close the loop around majestic Lac Saint-Jean with one final ride toward Metabetchouan. Depending on the weather, there may be time for a refreshing stop at the beach before saying goodbye to the lake and returning to Quebec City. You'll arrive back at Hotel Chateau Laurier Quebec with new stories, tired legs and a full heart. The tour starts and ends in Québec City. Accommodation: A carefully chosen mix of charming lakeside inns, historic villages, and cozy retreats encircling the majestic Lac Saint-Jean. Each property captures the region's welcoming spirit, with warm Quebecois hospitality, delicious regional cuisine, and stunning lake views setting the tone throughout. The undoubted highlight is two nights in the extraordinary Village historique de Val-Jalbert, a beautifully preserved historic settlement surrounded by forest and waterfalls, and unlike anywhere else you'll ever stay. Includes: 6 nights' accommodation, 6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners, experienced guides and leaders, industry leading Guest-to-Guide ratio (averaging 6:1), all activities outlined in the itinerary, delicious snacks and non-alcoholic drinks, all necessary equipment (well-maintained and safe), branded t-shirt and bag, Gravel bikes with drop handlebars, Hybrid with flat-bar handlebars, or E-Bikes - equipped with a front handlebar bag or rear carrier, branded water bottle, mirror, and flat pedals, Ride with GPS for navigation along with the detailed maps and itineraries, transportation in air-conditioned vans, knowledgeable Customer Care Team support, 'My Account' online space. FAQ: The tour starts at Hotel Chateau Laurier Quebec at 3:30pm on the first day. The tour ends with a drop-off back at Hotel Chateau Laurier Quebec at 4:00pm on the last day. Recommended arrival in Quebec City (YQB) before 12pm on the first day, and departure from Quebec City (YQB) after 7:00pm on the last day. Parking arrangements should be made by the guest if driving.
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