Discover Québec over 12 days, moving from Montréal’s creative neighbourhoods to the boreal forests of the Laurentides, the riverside calm of Mauricie, and the fortified walls of Québec City. Continue along the St. Lawrence to Charlevoix’s whale-rich waters, then close in the vineyard-dotted Eastern Townships. Along the way, stay in design-forward retreats, savour terroir-driven cuisine, and balance outdoor exploration with wellness and cultural immersion.
DAY 1: MONTRÉAL ARRIVAL & NEIGHBOURHOOD DISCOVERY
Arrive in Montréal and settle into your hotel in the city centre. Spend the afternoon exploring Old Montréal’s cobblestone streets and riverside promenades, before wandering through Plateau Mont-Royal’s colourful row houses and lively cafés. Dinner introduces you to Montréal’s renowned culinary scene, whether in a market-inspired bistro or a terroir-driven restaurant.
Accommodation: Hotel Monville (or similar)
DAY 2: MARKET MORNING & DRIVE TO LAURENTIDES
Begin with a leisurely breakfast at a café or a visit to Marché Jean-Talon, where producers display Québec’s seasonal bounty. Collect provisions for the road before driving north into the Laurentides. Arrive at Farouche Tremblant, where private A-frame refuges sit in a quiet boreal setting. Evening brings time to settle in, with the forest and mountains just beyond your windows.
Accommodation: Farouche Tremblant
DAY 3: MONT-TREMBLANT NATIONAL PARK & FOREST RETREAT
Spend the day exploring Mont-Tremblant National Park. Options include hiking forest trails, paddling calm rivers, or keeping an eye out for local wildlife. Return to Farouche for unhurried time in the Nordic-style riverside hot tub, blending warmth and forest air. Dinner and rest are framed by the quiet rhythms of the Laurentian landscape.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Farouche Tremblant
DAY 4: SCENIC DRIVE TO MAURICIE
Travel east through rolling forested valleys to reach Le Baluchon Éco-Villégiature in Mauricie. This riverside eco-retreat is known for its trails, equestrian paths, and farm-to-table dining. After arrival, stretch your legs along wooded paths or simply settle into the natural pace of the property. Evening offers local cuisine shaped by seasonal harvests.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Auberge Le Baluchon (or similar)
DAY 5: OUTDOOR ADVENTURE & WELLNESS IN MAURICIE
A full day to enjoy the activities and wellness experiences at Le Baluchon. Choose from kayaking the river, horseback riding through meadows, or cycling shaded forest trails. In the afternoon, unwind with a spa treatment or simply watch the river flow past. The day closes with a refined meal sourced from the property’s own gardens and regional producers.
Accommodation: Auberge Le Baluchon (or similar)
DAY 6: DRIVE TO QUÉBEC CITY
Depart Mauricie and follow scenic routes to Québec City, pausing at riverside villages along the way. Arrive in the evening and settle into your hotel within the historic centre. The evening is yours to wander cobbled streets, step into a café, or relax after the day’s travel.
Accommodation: Manoir Victoria (or similar)
DAY 7: QUÉBEC CITY’S LIVING HERITAGE
Spend the day immersed in the cultural fabric of Québec City. Walk the UNESCO-listed old quarter, climb fortified walls, and pause at artisan shops and museums. Visit Marché du Vieux-Port or stroll along the St. Lawrence riverfront. The day blends history, architecture, and local life, giving a textured view of the city.
Accommodation: Manoir Victoria (or similar)
DAY 8: SCENIC ROUTE TO CHARLEVOIX & FOREST WELLNESS STAY
Depart Québec City and follow the Route du Fleuve, a scenic road hugging the St. Lawrence River. Along the way, rolling farmland and maritime villages frame sweeping river views, with opportunities to stop at roadside producers or viewpoints. By late afternoon, arrive in Charlevoix at Repère Boréal, a forest retreat where contemporary cabins are designed in balance with the landscape. The property emphasizes wellness in nature, with access to outdoor hot tubs, thermal circuits, and quiet woodland trails that encourage a slower rhythm. Evening is yours to unwind in the forest air.
Accommodation: Repère Boréal, Maikan or Shiship
DAY 9: WHALE WATCHING & CHARLEVOIX TERROIR
Take to the water for a whale-watching excursion on the St. Lawrence River, a migration corridor for several marine species. Back on land, explore Charlevoix’s landscapes; rolling hills, dramatic cliffs, and small communities. Sample regional terroir through cheese, cider, or farm-based dining. Evening brings quiet forest retreat once again.
Accommodation: Repère Boréal, Maikan or Shiship
DAY 10: TO THE EASTERN TOWNSHIPS
Drive south towards the Eastern Townships, where vineyards and lakeside villages mark the landscape. Arrive in Magog at Hôtel Versō, a contemporary lakeside property on Lake Memphremagog. The evening is yours to enjoy the waterfront setting and relaxed small-town rhythm.
Accommodation: Hotel Le Verso (or similar)
DAY 11: TOWNSHIPS EXPLORATION & VINEYARD VISITS
Explore the region at a leisurely pace. Visit local vineyards and artisanal producers, cycle or walk along trails tracing the lakeshore, or stop in small villages known for cafés and markets. Return to Hôtel Versō for a lakeside evening, where the view of Memphremagog completes the day.
Accommodation: Hotel Le Verso (or similar)
DAY 12: RETURN TO MONTRÉAL
After breakfast, make your way back to Montréal for departure. Depending on timing, pause in a village along the way or enjoy a final café stop before continuing your onward journey
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