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The Discover Gaspésie and the St. Lawrence Self-Drive Tour is a 14-day self-drive exploration of some of Quebec’s hidden gems. This itinerary is full of wildlife viewing opportunities and has plenty of time for you to hike and explore some of the most beautiful scenery in the province.

From artisanal local produce in the islands to quiet wilderness walks and whale watching along the spectacular rugged coast, this tour has it all. You’ll also enjoy spending the night in some truly unique spots, including a wildlife park, ready-to-camp sites, mountain inns, and a lighthouse. Since this is a self-guided road trip, you get to set the pace and decide if you want to be out in the parks hiking all day or if you’d rather take an easy stroll through charming villages. This tour is the perfect way to discover the incredible wild beauty of la belle province.

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Discover Gaspésie and the St. Lawrence Self-Drive Tour

Road-trip off the beaten path to discover some of the hidden delights of Quebec
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14 days from $2,995USD
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Duration
14 days
Season
Jun-Jul
Self-Drive
Type
Partially Guided, Private
Accommodation
Hotels, Inns, Camping
Difficulty
Very Easy (1/5)
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The Discover Gaspésie and the St. Lawrence Self-Drive Tour is a 14-day self-drive exploration of some of Quebec’s hidden gems. This itinerary is full of wildlife viewing opportunities and has plenty of time for you to hike and explore some of the most beautiful scenery in the province.

From artisanal local produce in the islands to quiet wilderness walks and whale watching along the spectacular rugged coast, this tour has it all. You’ll also enjoy spending the night in some truly unique spots, including a wildlife park, ready-to-camp sites, mountain inns, and a lighthouse. Since this is a self-guided road trip, you get to set the pace and decide if you want to be out in the parks hiking all day or if you’d rather take an easy stroll through charming villages. This tour is the perfect way to discover the incredible wild beauty of la belle province.

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Trip highlights

Enjoy the artisanal produce as you explore the St. Lawrence Island villages.

Look for whales, seals, and seabirds during your tour and from your lighthouse accommodations.

Hike, bike, and play at a natural resort in the Chic-Choc Mountains.

Listen to the wolves howl from your prospector tent in a wildlife park and meet the animals up close with a naturalist.

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Day 1
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Arrive in Montreal
Your tour officially begins when you collect your car rental from the airport. Settle into the hotel, and then head out to explore the city. Wander the cobblestone streets of Old Montreal and take advantage of its ample restaurants.
Distance None
Overnight Location Hotel in Montreal
Included Meals None
Day 2
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Explore Île d’Orleans
Depart Montreal in the morning and begin your drive to the Island of Orleans. Here, you’ll find a beautiful island full of history and amazing local gastronomy. Explore the small villages along the coast on an electric bike. Collect a picnic as you discover all the fresh produce and artisanal products, including cheeses, chocolates, cider, beer, and maple syrup!
Distance 274km
Overnight Location Hotel in Île d’Orleans
Included Meals None
Day 3
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Enjoy the Hospitality on Iles aux Coudres
Today, you’ll visit another charming island. Travel to the Charlevoix region and take the ferry to Iles aux Coudres. Explore this tiny island on foot, by bike, or in the car—it won’t take you long to see all 23 kilometres of the coastline. Visit Pedneault orchard to try some of the apples, pears, plums, or ciders they produce. If you’re feeling active, you might also want to take a paddleboard out into the river. Finish your day with a lively evening with the locals in Fascine.
Distance 121km
Overnight Location Hotel in Iles aux Coudres
Included Meals None
Day 4
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Whale Watching in Tadoussac
Continue your drive along the coast of the St. Lawrence River to Tadoussac. Watch the water from this picturesque village, and you’re likely to see beluga whales. You can choose to take a kayaking excursion to see the Belugas and other whales from the water.
Distance 155km
Overnight Location Hotel in Les Escoumins
Included Meals None
Day 5
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Wildlife Experience at Bioparc de la Gaspésie
Check the schedule for the ferry departures and see if you have time to take a stroll along the river from your hotel. On your way to the Bay of Chaleurs, you can make a stop at the Matapédia Valley to visit the winding river. In the evening, you’ll visit the Bioparc de la Gaspésie for an up-close meeting of some animal residents and to learn about the region’s species. Spend the night in a prospector tent listening to the wolves howl from within the park.<br />** Night with the wolves is only available between late July and mid-August on specific days.
Distance 375km
Overnight Location Camping in Bonaventure
Included Meals None
Day 6
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More Animal Adventures and Percé Rock
This morning, your guide will take you on a private tour before park hours to visit some more animals. Afterward, you’ll have time to explore on your own before you start your drive to Percé. The best view of the natural rock arch over the water at Percé is from the end of Mont-Joli Road. Take the hike to the glass platform that soars 200 metres in the air and offers another view of the arch. End the day with some fresh seafood at the Fisherman’s House.
Distance 130km
Overnight Location Camping in Percé
Included Meals None
Day 7
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Visit the Seabirds of Bonaventure Island
You have the choice to book an optional fishing excursion this morning, where you’ll learn all the secrets of a traditional fisherman from the source. A boat will also take you to Percé Rock for another viewing and then drop you off at Bonaventure Island National Park. Here, you’ll find a colony of gannets, and you can learn more about this seabird and the history of the island at the interpretive centre.
Distance None
Overnight Location Camping in Percé
Included Meals None
Day 8
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History, Hikes, and Wildlife in Gaspé
This morning, you’ll drive along the Gulf of St. Lawrence to Gaspé. This is the historical site where Jacques Cartier landed and claimed the land for France. The city has an even older Indigenous heritage as well, which you can learn about the Micmac First Nations at the interpretation centre in Gaspé. You’ll also want to visit Forillon National Park, where the mountains meet the sea, making for some beautiful hiking and breathtaking views. Finish your day with a kayak trip to enjoy the scenery and look for the adorable seals who call these waters home.
Distance 61km
Overnight Location Hotel in Gaspé
Included Meals None
Day 9
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Travel the Scenic Lighthouse Route
Start your drive early so that you can enjoy the incredible scenic views on the lighthouse route as you travel from sea to sky on your way to the Chic-Choc Mountains. A shuttle will take you the final stretch to your hotel that sits nestled in the mountains, in the Matane Wildlife Reserve. Your stay at the hotel includes your meals and a customized program of nature activities.
Distance 120km
Overnight Location Hotel in Matane Wildlife Reserve
Included Meals Dinner
Day 10
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Enjoy the Chic-Choc Mountains
You have the whole day to enjoy the idyllic mountain setting with an endless list of activities to choose from. You can spend the day exploring the over 100 kilometres of trails, take a wildlife viewing tour, go mountain biking, try cruising around on a stand-up paddleboard, or relax at the hotel and enjoy the fresh mountain air.
Distance None
Overnight Location Hotel in Matane Wildlife Reserve
Included Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11
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Coastal Walk in Bic National Park
This morning, the shuttle will return you to your vehicle in St. Anne des Mont to start your journey to Bic National Park. This park isn’t large, but it contains beautiful trails for you to follow the spectacular coast and watch the sunbathing seals. End another amazing day by watching the sun go down over the water—the sunsets here are unbelievable.
Distance 198km
Overnight Location Hotel in Bic National Park
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 12
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Lighthouse Living on Pot du Phare Island
Today is sure to be a highlight of your trip as you’ll go on a unique boating adventure. Meet the boat and captain on the Wolf River and enjoy the trip to Pot du Phare Island, part of the Pot-à-l’Eau-de-Vie Archipelago. This seabird sanctuary is graced by a lovely historic lighthouse, which is where you’ll spend the night. Watch for birds, whales, and seals from your lighthouse sanctuary on this quiet island.
Distance None
Overnight Location Hotel in Île du Pot à l’Eau de Vie
Included Meals Dinner
Day 13
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Discover Historic Quebec City
Wake up with a walk in the fresh salty air to say goodbye to your island before returning to the mainland. Drive to Quebec City and spend the day exploring this historic fortified city. Visit the battlegrounds at the Plains of Abraham, the beautiful Château Frontenac, and the charming shops and restaurants along the cobbled streets of Old Quebec. Celebrate a successful trip by watching the sunset over the beautiful Quebec skyline from Lévis.
Distance 87km
Overnight Location Hotel in Quebec City
Included Meals None
Day 14
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Tour Concludes in Montreal
Enjoy your coffee and a pastry from a local <em>boulangerie</em> before you begin your drive back to Montreal. Return your rental vehicle to the airport and begin your onward journey.
Distance 209km
Overnight Location None
Included Meals None

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Dates and prices

This partially-guided tour in Quebec is run as private tour for your group only, and the price per person depends on how many people are in your group.

Prices below are per person:

  • Groups of 2+: from $2,995USD per person*

*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip and all the prices are per person. Please click the booking button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates.

What’s included

Meals

2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 3 dinners are included. No other meals are included in this tour.

Accommodations

Accommodations for 13 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour in Montreal are not included but can be added as a supplement.

Transportation during the Tour

This is a self-drive tour, and you’ll be provided with a rental vehicle for the duration of the itinerary.

Also Included

  • Standard vehicle rental (B)
  • Electric bike rental on Orleans Island
  • 24/7 access to helpline
  • Cruise to Percé Rock with Bonaventure Island Visit
  • Sunset sea kayak trip at Forillon Park
  • Canadian taxes

Not included

  • Travel insurance
  • Flights to and from Montreal
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities
  • Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
  • Entrance fees to National Parks
  • Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
  • Vehicle insurance
  • Fuel

Optional Extras

  • Additional nights before or after the tour in Montreal
  • Single occupancy upgrades
  • Optional activities or excursions:
    • Paddleboard rental on Coudres Island
    • Sea kayaking trip in Escoumins
    • Gaspésie Geopark entrance in Percé
    • Mackerel Fishing Trip in Percé
    • Night with the wolves in Bioparc de la Gaspésie

Accommodation for Discover Gaspésie and the St. Lawrence Self-Drive Tour

This tour includes a variety of unique accommodations. The hotels on this trip are standard 3-star. You will also find yourself at inns, mountain lodges, a lighthouse, and camping in the wilderness. All campsites are at ready-to-camp facilities that offer fully-equipped permanent tents, offering a more comfortable camping experience.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. Single rooms, including those for solo travellers, are by request.

Frequently asked questions

How hard is the Discover Gaspésie and the St. Lawrence Self-Drive Tour?

We rate this tour as a 1 / 5. The difficulty rating of this tour is completely flexible as you can tailor the hikes and activities to your liking.

Do I need a visa to travel to Canada?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Is my driver’s licence valid in Canada?

Most standard driver’s licences are valid in Canada; however, International Drivers Permit might be required, or some exemptions might apply. Please check this source about driving with foreign license in Canada.

Is the vehicle insurance included?

No, vehicle insurance is not included in the package. We strongly suggest having one for this tour to avoid liability in case there is damage caused to the vehicle. You can either book vehicle insurance during the booking process, or get one by yourself.

What does partially-guided mean?

Booking a partially-guided tour is a perfect choice for those who like to be in charge of some of their time while travelling, but also don’t want to be on their own during activities. In most cases, a partially-guided tour doesn’t have a tour leader assigned to a group, but some or most of the activities, such as hikes, city walks, or historic site visits, are led by different guides. Also, in most cases, booking a partially-guided tour is way cheaper than booking a fully-guided tour!

Are meals included on the Discover Gaspésie and the St. Lawrence Self-Drive Tour?

2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 3 dinners are included. No other meals are included in this tour.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover any activities you plan to do. Get your Travel Insurance.

How do I get to Montreal to start this tour?

Fly into Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). You will pick up and drop off your rental car at the airport.

Is the Discover Gaspésie and the St. Lawrence Self-Drive Tour in English?

The route guide, maps, and programs provided will be in English. Note that the more rural you drive, the fewer English-speaking people you’ll encounter—have your French phrasebook handy.

Where does the Discover Gaspésie and the St. Lawrence Self-Drive Tour end?

This tour ends at Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). You will drop off your car at the airport.

Is the Discover Gaspésie and the St. Lawrence Self-Drive Tour family-friendly?

Yes, this tour is a great way for an active family to enjoy the outdoors.

Do I need to bring my own camping equipment?

No, your campsites will come fully equipped, so you don’t need to pack any camping gear.

I have no camping experience. Can I still take the Discover Gaspésie and the St. Lawrence Self-Drive Tour?

Yes! This tour has a few nights where you get to experience sleeping in the great outdoors at ready-to-camp sites. It’s the perfect introduction to camping, where you just arrive and enjoy.

Can I bring my own bike?

It is not recommended to bring your bicycle as your rental vehicle may not be equipped to transport it. Rental bikes are included at the destinations mentioned in your itinerary.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Canada?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Canada?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

When is the best time to travel to Canada for this tour?

The best time to travel to Quebec for this road trip tour is during the summer for long, warm days. This tour is available in June and July.

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