Quebec Parks Hiking Tour
Join a group tour to explore Quebec’s beautiful national parks while hiking
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Quebec Parks Hiking Tour Overview
Explore Quebec’s stunning national parks during this memorable seven-day guided hiking tour. The journey begins in the picturesque Charlevoix region, known for its alpine-topped mountains. Next, travel to Tadoussac, a premier destination for whale watching, before crossing the majestic Saint Lawrence River to Gaspésie, where you’ll hike some of the province’s tallest peaks. On the way back, visit Bic National Park, famous for its dramatic capes, serene bays, and scenic inlets.
Hiking is the focus of this tour, with activities centered around exploring mountains, lakes, forests, and panoramic vistas.
Evenings will be spent in comfortable accommodations such as inns, motels, chalets, or refuges, with meals prepared by your guide.
Trip highlights
Hike through Quebec’s most renowned parks, including Grands-Jardins and Gaspésie, with trails leading to breathtaking peaks and panoramic views.
Experience the thrill of whale watching in Tadoussac, a world-famous spot for observing marine mammals in their natural habitat.
Discover diverse landscapes, from the alpine peaks of Gaspésie to the rugged capes and inlets of Bic National Park.
Relax in cozy accommodations, including lodges and chalets, while enjoying freshly prepared meals by your guide.
Day By Day Itinerary
The first day of the tour will take you to the most popular summit of Grands-Jardins National Park to reach the summit of Mont du Lac des Cygnes. Its peak, reaching 980 m in altitude and overlooking the valley of the Gouffre River, is one of the park’s main attractions. If the view is clear, you will see the swan-shaped lake below. On the return, you will stop at Baie-Saint-Paul where you will dine at the microbrewery, showcasing local products.
- Overnight Location:
- Auberge de la Rive, Les Éboulements
- Distance:
- 2h15 (round-trip) 8.6 km
- Meals:
- Dinner
After a good breakfast, head towards Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie National Park, named for its deeply carved valleys in high mountains. Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie features some of the highest cliffs east of the Rockies! You will hike the legendary Acropole-des-Draveurs trail, which offers breathtaking views of the Malbaie River. Return to sleep at Les Éboulements lodge where your guide will prepare a delicious dinner for you.
- Overnight Location:
- Auberge de la Rive, Les Éboulements
- Distance:
- 2h (round-trip) 11.2 km
- Meals:
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 will see you leave Les Éboulements towards Tadoussac, located on the other side of the Saguenay Fjord, with a stop to visit the Pointe-Noire Interpretation and Observation Center. You will dine at the Tadoussac dunes before going for a short hike. After, you will meet marine mammals on a whale cruise in the late afternoon.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel-Motel Tadoussac
- Distance:
- 2h
- Meals:
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today you will leave Tadoussac towards Baie-Comeau to take the ferry there in the late afternoon. Along the way, stop to stretch your legs, enjoy the salty air, and eat at Sault-au-Mouton Park in Longue-Rive. Once in Baie-Comeau, you will board the ferry that will take you to the south shore of the Saint Lawrence River, towards Matane. You will dine on the boat, then head to Gaspésie National Park where you will settle at the foot of Mont-Albert for the next three nights.
- Overnight Location:
- Chalet du Mont-Albert, Gaspésie Park
- Distance:
- 4h (5km) + 2h15 ferry ride
- Meals:
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After the late arrival the day before, you will take advantage of this first day at Gaspésie National Park to sleep in before an intermediate hike later on. You can explore the trails around the chalet, where you will dine and spend the evening.
- Overnight Location:
- Chalet du Mont-Albert, Gaspésie Park
- Distance:
- 7 km – another hike possible depending on the group and remaining time
- Meals:
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Another full day at Gaspésie National Park allows you to brave Mont-Albert, an emblematic summit of the national park where it is often possible to observe caribou. After this intense day on the alpine peaks, you will enjoy a good meal at the chalet.
- Overnight Location:
- Chalet du Mont-Albert, Gaspésie Park
- Distance:
- 12.6km
- Meals:
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After a good breakfast at the chalet, you will leave the mountains to head towards Bic National Park, where inlets, bays, and the sea will be highlighted. You will dine upon arriving at the park, then go for a hike. This enchanting trail between the sea, rocks, and wooded areas, with some steep and narrow sections, will lead you to the seal observation point at low tide. You will arrive in Quebec City at the end of the day.
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- 3h - 5.7km
- Meals:
- Breakfast, Lunch
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Inclusions
Included
- 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 6 dinners are included.
- Accommodations for 6 nights are included.
- This tour includes minibus transportation from Quebec and throughout the tour.
- Guidance by a bilingual adventure guide
- Hiking equipment (if needed): telescopic poles
- Group equipment: kitchen, stove, shelter, first aid kit, satellite phone, etc.
- Accommodation in hotel and chalet
- All meals and snacks (except at the restaurant)
Not included
- Daypack (20 to 40 L)
- Personal items (a list will be sent to you)
- 5% GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Your personal expenses
- Your favorite snacks
- Personal insurance
- Tips for guides
- Transportation to the starting point in Quebec
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Transfer from Ottawa to Montreal and back
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FAQ
We rate the difficulty of this tour as 3 / 5. This adventure requires a moderate level of physical fitness and the ability to adapt to outdoor activities as needed. Hiking distances and elevations are not overly challenging, but due traverse some rugged terrain.
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6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 6 dinners are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover activities listed in this itinerary.
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
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