je suis entrain d'organiser mon road trip puis j'aimerais avoir des conseils je vais essayer de vous expliquer en grosso modo:
je veux faire en road trip dans mon corolla 98 etant donne que je suis pret a changer de char puis j'aimerais bien scraper mon toyota donc que le parcours serai descendre en char jusqu'a mexico pis retourner en avion j'ai 3 semaines de vacances donc que je compte bien en decendre en 2 semaines en arretant dans quelques villes par example: new york, philadelphia, atlanta, florida, houston, monterrey, mexico city c'est plus du cote est.
j'ai commence a regarde pis c'est pas mal 5 000 km pis aupres pres 50 hrs de route dison que 4 jours bien sur en arretant pour dormir et manger mais c'est pour ca que je veux le faire en 2 semaines tranquillement pis la dernier me repose chez moi j'avais oublie de le metionner je suis mexicain😏
je voudrais avoir ses conseils de trucs des details a tenir en compte, des places absulement a visiter
Hola Pedronito, je trouve ça vraiment cool ce que tu vas faire. J'ai voyagé un peu sur la côte est des états-unis et il y a plusieurs choses intéressantes bien sûr. J'ai beaucoup aimé le Cap Hatteras qui est une île qui longe les Caroline (Nord-Sud) mais tu t'éloigne un peu par contre. Myrtle beach est bien aussi. New York est un incontournable si tu as un ou deux jours surtout pour son night life. Si je peux te donner un seul conseil, fait attention à ta vitesse lorsque tu roules. Ils sont très sévères. Ce n'est pas comme au Québec où ils tolèrent 20 kmh de plus sur l'autoroute (je parle en connaissance de cause lol) Et surtout dans les zones de travaux. J'ai entendu dire que s'ils t'arrêtent en excès de vitesse dans une zone de travaux , ils peuvent garder ta voiture une journée complète et tu payes le remorquage et tout et tout. Bref , buena suerte y feliz viaje !
Pour l'avoir fait et avoir le goût de le refaire, je peux te dire que tu vas certainement aimé. Moi, je prévois quitter à la mi-novembre début décembre et revenir à la fin-mai. Si je peux me permettre, une ville intéressante à visiter sur ton parcours est San Antonio. Monterrey est une belle ville plus moderne et industrialisée, avec quelques musées fort intéressants, Zacatecas est une charmante ville ou il faut prendre quelques jours pour visiter. Si tu me permets je te donne une liste de ville du Mexique que j'aime bien et qui pourrait faire partie de ton itinéraire :Guadalajara, Guanajuato (conduire dans les anciens chemins de mines est fascinant pour ne pas dire halucinant, à Guanajuato), San Miguel de Allende, Morelia, Patzcuaro, Le Paricutin, à la fin février El Parque Nacional del Rosario" pour voir le sanctuaire de papillons monarques.Cuernavaca, Taxco, Puebla, Oaxaca et ne pas oublier la plus grande cité ; Mexico.
Cette année, j'aimerais découvrir les États du sud du Mexique, notamment : Chiapas, Quintana Roo, Yucatan, Campeche, Vera Cruz et une section de Oaxaca que je n'ai pas eencore visité.
Si tu aimes l'histoire, tu seras ravi par les cités pré-hispanique autant que par les vieilles villes coloniales espagnoles.
Si tu as des questions, n'hésite pas à me contacter. Je suis également du Québec.
Bonne route
merci pour tes conseils je vais les mettre en pratique! surtout au volant, j'aimerais bien passer 2 jours au mois a new york pis pour Myrtle beach j'ai entendu que c'est pas pire!! merci🙂
premierement merci pour tes conseils je vois que t'aime bcp le mexique, etant donne que t'as deja fait le parcours j'aimerais bien savoir le parcours que t'as fait si c'es possible, aussi je cherche plus information du cote des etats unis.
de mon cote etant donne que je suis mexiquen et j'ai vecu 20 ans labas, je te dirai de faire 2 parcours different pour connaitre le sud de mexique voila c'est que j'ai fait mexico df, puebla, oaxaca centre ville merveilleux mezcallllll ville vraiment charmant, apres ça tu peux partir vers huatulco, puerto escodido surfffff yessssssss!! j'aime bien ça belle plage genre hippie apres ça tu peux monter vers acapulco et retourner au mexique df.
pour t'en alle plus au sud ça serait mexico df, puebla, veracruz el bello puerto, chiapas palenque c'est proche de ton chemin si tu veux rentrer ca va te eloigner mais ça veux vraiment la peine, apres ça quintana roo juste pour visiter un peu, cancun c, est la version de miami a la mexiquen, je te conseil plus de t'en alle a Playa del carmennnnn c'est moins comercial, pis t'as bcp de choses proche, t'as cancun, chichitnitza a ne pas manquer, tulum a ne pas manquer en plus l'eau est vraiment belle, plus belle a tulum j'ai trouve c'est a 1 hr de playa del carmen
merci pour ton aide
ps si tu peux me donner plus de detail sur de place aux etats unis ça serait gentil
Tout d'abord, merci pour tes conseils, c'est fort apprécié. Tu as raison le Mexique est un beau grand pays que j'aime beaucoup pour plusieurs raisons, parmi elles, citons :. L'histoire mexicaine et notamment l'histoire politique est fascinante. Un grand pays à la géographie tellement diversifié et surtout j'aime ces gens qui composent ce peuple si chaleureux, acceuillant, fier et vivant. J'imagine que le Mexique doit te manquer beaucoup, si tu y a vécu 20 ans, n'est-ce pas ?
Le parcours que j'utilisais était le plus rapide, soit : Montréal - Windsor (route 401 en Ontario)/Détroit, Détroit - Nashville, Tenn., (le centre-ville de Nashville a certain intérêts, le musée de la musique, etc.) Une fois j'ai utilisé le Natchez Trail Parkway (le plus grand parc linéaire aux ÉU) pour me rendre à la ville de Natchez (Natchez, ville qui déjà compté le plus grand nombre de millionnaire aux ÉU, possède de nombreuses résidences des propriétaires de plantations à l'époque de la guerre de sécession, c'est intéressant à voir, sur le bord du Mississipi). Une autre fois je suis passé par Memphis, Tenn. (la ville des origines de Elvis Presley). et de là direction Bâton Rouge, New Orleans, en Louisiane ( ville où le Jazz est omniprésent, particulièrement dans le French Quarter. Sur la rue Bourbon, une rue qui s'active à la fin de la journée, je suis convaincu que tu aimerais y faire la fête. Moi, une fois, j'y suis demeuré une semaine, c'est donc dire que j'ai aimé). Par la suite Lafayette et région. Une fois, je suis allé à Austin, Texas, pour une semaine. C'est une ville intéressante, mais tu ne dispose pas assez de temps pour t'y arrêter(selon ma compréhension, tu veux réaliser ce voyage en 3 semaines). Par contre, un arrêt qui vaut la peine est à San Antonio, TX, (au moins une journée ou 2). Il te faut longer (à pied) la rivière au centre ville. La ville de la bataille de Fort Alamo. L'histoire racontée dans les musées et par les guides officiels, glorifie les vainqueurs américains et contribue à valoriser la fierté et le patriotisme américain. C'est intéressant de rencontrer un historien mexicain qui nous donne une toute autre version. Inutile de dire que je crois en la version mexicaine. De là, direction Laredo et Nuevo Laredo et ensuite vers Monterrey. Voilà les parcours que j'ai utilisé pour me rendre au Mexique. Tu sais que tu dois prendre des assurances additionnelles à celles que tu as ici. (il m'en a couté environ 650.00 $ US l'an passé pour un véhicule neuf, si tu connais un courtier d'ass. mexicain, c'est probablement plus avantageux).
Je suis souvent allé en Floride en auto, je connais également très bien les différents circuits. Si tu me permets, je te ferai le commentaire suivant : Pourquoi ne pas reporter la visite des villes comme New York, Philadelphia, Washington dans un autre voyage ? Parce que tu peux facilement passer plusieurs journées à découvrir ces ville qui sont relativement près de nous, donc tu peux facilement y retourner. Voilà du temps en moins pour découvrir un endroit éloigné auquel il te sera plus difficile d'y retourner. Enfin, je pense que tu devrais mettre l'emphase et profiter au maximum de ton excursion en auto "road trip" pour découvrir les endroits inconnus les plus éloignés. Voilà mon point de vue que tu n'est pas obligé de partager. Lol. Dans la même veine, je te suggère d'y aller avec un(e) ou des compagnon(s) (gne(s)), afin de partager les coûts reliés au véhicule (essence, etc) ou hébergement.
Si tu as d'autres questions, peut-être pourrions-nous communiquer par skype et je pourrais de donner des réponses
qui pourraient satisfaire davantage tes intérrogations.
Je crois que Alpha 111 a de très bons conseils en ce qui concerne le choix des villes ;) se concentrer sur les villes plus éloignées, celles du sud-est américain est une bonne idée aussi. Sans oublier México por supuesto.
🙂🙂🙂🙂
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hi everyone,
my flight’s all booked (Sept 19–Oct 4), with 1.5 days in Montreal + 1.5 days in Quebec City...
then I’ve got 11 days starting from Quebec City for a road trip—what route do you recommend?
(I’ve seen these stops come up a lot: Parc Omega, Charlevoix, Tadoussac, Bas-Saint-Laurent, Saguenay, Parc de la Gaspésie, Parc Forillon, Mauricie...)
The idea is no more than 2–3 hours of driving per day on average.
I’m traveling solo :-( (if you’re in the area around the same dates, hit me up!)
45 years old, I love sports (so I’m hoping to do hikes, kayaking, and other activities, see whales...discover beautiful landscapes). I’m not sure if there are any events in the area during those dates, but I’d also like to meet some people...
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hello,
We’re a group of four active seniors (still in great shape!) and we’re planning to visit this part of Canada for the first time. We usually travel with a self-drive tour package that includes accommodations and site visits.
Our trip is scheduled for June 2027, and we’d love some advice from the community on how many days we’ll need for this first visit, given the distances involved. We’d also appreciate any tips on our route, as we want to see the main highlights: Niagara Falls, Quebec City, Montreal, Charlevoix, whale watching, and more...
We’ll be arriving either from Toronto and returning via Montreal, or the other way around—still deciding.
Thanks in advance for your suggestions—they’ll be much appreciated!
I’m looking for your help planning a 3-week road trip from mid-September to early October starting in Montréal.
We’d like to explore part of Québec and the Gaspésie, and we’re intentionally starting with the Gaspésie because if we leave it for the end (early October), the weather might be less favorable and a lot of places will already be closed. I’ve also read that the fall colors are more beautiful in the Mauricie and Laurentides regions toward the end of our trip (early October).
Here’s the itinerary we’ve come up with:
Montréal (arrival and departure airport) -> Québec City -> Charlevoix -> Crossing the St. Lawrence River from St-Siméon to Rivière-du-Loup -> Rimouski and Parc du Bic -> Gaspésie along the coast (Matapedia, Percé, Bonaventure Island, Gaspé, Forillon Park) -> Crossing the St. Lawrence River from Matane to Baie-Comeau -> Tadoussac to Lac Saint-Jean via the route along the Saguenay River -> Return to Montréal via La Tuque, crossing the Laurentides and Mauricie Park
This is our first time in Canada, so don’t hesitate to be critical (I won’t take it badly ;)), if the route seems too ambitious (we know there’ll be a lot of driving!) or if it’s better to skip some stops that aren’t must-sees.
Hi,
I'm looking for an organized tour in Quebec lasting at least 2 weeks for next winter.
I'm looking for a tour that's done by bus, because there are many where you have to rent a car, and I don’t have a driver’s license.
Could you recommend any travel agencies that offer this?
Thanks in advance.
Hi everyone,
I’ve got 2 weeks of vacation to take (around Sept 15–Oct 10 max).
I’m thinking of Canada since I’ve never been, to see the beautiful fall colors, mix in some sports activities (hiking or others), and a bit of city exploration...
Traveling solo, backpacker style (youth hostels), renting a car/van or using buses... (whichever is most cost-effective and practical).
Which area would you recommend?
For arrival, I can fly into Montreal, Quebec City, or Toronto at the cheapest fares.
What itinerary (big picture) or activities would you suggest?
Or maybe you’d advise against it? ))
Hi, I’d like to visit Quebec this fall or starting in August (what do you recommend?). I’d love to meet some Quebecers and get some tips on transportation. I’m wondering if it’s doable with an electric mountain bike (not too much rain?). I’m planning to buy one second-hand and return it afterward. If there are any travel buddies out there too...thanks
Hi there,
I was wondering if there’s a taxi stand at the Sainte Foy bus station, or do we have to use an app to call one?
Thanks in advance for your help
Hi there, I’m planning a road trip to Quebec in late September/early October.
Since I’m over 75, it’s impossible to rent a camper van. So, the option left is a car plus hotels. I’m used to traveling freely—I sketch out a rough route and stop wherever and whenever I feel like it.
Is it possible during this period to travel without booking hotels/motels or B&Bs in advance, knowing I’ll only need a double room?
Thanks for your replies.
Hello,
I’m not sure if it’s still possible to travel to Quebec. I haven’t bought my flight ticket for June (from June 11 to July 1) and I’d like to know the current cost of gas. Also, can we book hotels last-minute without risking cancellation due to current events? Thanks
Hi everyone, from August 7th to 10th I’m renting an apartment right across from the WESTMOUNT library, next to the park of the same name. The landlord tells me that parking around the apartment is free. Does that cause any issues? I was planning to rent my car before leaving MONTREAL, but I might visit a friend who lives nearby—I’ll only know for sure at the last minute. Thanks in advance for the replies
Hi everyone,
We’re heading to Québec for 4 days in Montréal and 4 days in Québec City from April 18 to April 22. I’ve been looking but can’t find any excursions—any tips for seeing belugas or other whales?
If it’s really off-season and impossible to find anything,
what else can we do in the area instead?
Thanks in advance!
Hi there,
We’re planning a trip to Quebec from June 15 to 28, 2025, specifically along the St. Lawrence River. As I’ve been looking into it, I’ve got two main questions:
First, about our route—I feel like I might be biting off more than we can chew by wanting to follow the left bank downstream from Quebec City (including the Saguenay Fjord and Lac Saint-Jean), then heading to Gaspésie by ferry, and finally returning along the right bank. We’re flying into Montreal and will likely stop in Quebec City too. Over about ten days, is that too much? Would it be better to stick to the left bank, enjoy the coast and the lake, and maybe explore Mauricie or Mont-Tremblant on the way back instead?
Second, about prices. Since we’re thinking of renting a car and booking accommodations at each stop, I was a bit surprised by hotel and motel rates. I’ve always heard Canada is a pretty expensive destination, but I’m seeing average prices very similar to France—between 60 € and 90 €. Am I missing something? Is service not included? Meanwhile, on platforms like Airbnb, the prices seem exorbitant.
This second question is a bit generic, but as I’m trying to budget, I don’t feel like there’s a huge difference compared to France, even for meals. Am I way off base?
Hello everyone.
We’ve already traveled to Canada in 2018.
This time, we’re prioritizing heading to Quebec City right after arriving in Montreal to stay for 3 days, then moving on to Rivière-du-Loup for 2 to 3 days before heading toward New Brunswick.
We want to see Acadia, Prince Edward Island, the Bay of Fundy, etc., before returning to Quebec City to drop off the rental car.
We were thinking of taking the bus from Montreal Airport to Quebec City and only renting the car 3 days later. Same route on the way back, with one night in Quebec City.
We arrive in Montreal around June 25 (11 AM) and return on July 26 (6 PM).
Could you give us some advice? Routes, sights, accommodations, and chalet rentals.
On our first trip, we went through an agency, but this time we’d prefer to organize everything ourselves.
Thank you so much for your tips and suggestions!
See you soon,
Fabienne
Hi everyone, as a regular in the "bike travel" section, I’m reaching out for some info since I’m planning to come to Montreal at the end of September 2026 for the Road Cycling World Championships. If I get the time off and manage to gather the details, I’ll arrive on Wednesday the 23rd and leave on Tuesday the 29th. Traveling solo with just my backpack, I need answers to:
1°) Do you know of any youth hostels (or similar) within walking distance (less than 3 km) of the finish circuit on Mount Royal?
2°) What’s the best way to get to this accommodation from the airport—metro, bus, etc.?
I’m just starting my research and counting on you all for any tips. My goal is to watch the road races and explore Montreal afterward—restaurants, bars, and more.
Hi everyone! 🙂
My partner would love to discover Quebec, while I’ve already been there over 15 years ago (Quebec City, Tadoussac, the Fjords, Lac Saint-Jean).
This time, of course, we’d want to do something different.
Quebec City would still be a must for my partner in this plan.
With the tight budget we have right now🤪, we’re thinking of spending several days in Quebec City, then maybe renting bikes to explore the surrounding areas—aside from Montmorency Falls, what other nice spots are worth visiting? I remember there being tons of bike paths.
After that, we’d rent a car (for a few days to visit the parks) and use trains or buses for the rest of the trip. From what I recall, cars aren’t super fuel-efficient there.
Since we’ve never seen Niagara Falls, I’d like to include it in this itinerary.
For a roughly 15-day trip in September, I was thinking of a multi-destination flight: France-Quebec / Toronto-France, so it’d look something like this:
Quebec City: 5 days (including arrival day)
Pick up the car
La Mauricie National Park (or others?) 1 day
Mont-Tremblant 1 day
Montreal 4 days
Drop off the car in Montreal
By train/bus
Toronto 2 days
By train/bus
Buffalo-Niagara Falls 1 day
Toronto 1 day (return to France)
I was planning one night at Niagara Falls—is that enough, or is a single day sufficient?
If our finances don’t stretch that far, we’d shorten the trip from Montreal (so long, Niagara🙁), adding extra nights between Quebec City and Montreal.
Anyway, thanks in advance for all your great tips!
Hi, I’d like to plan a trip for 4 adults. 14 days.
From June 4–6 to June 21, 2026
Arriving in Montreal
Then Quebec City... Gaspésie, Lac Saint-Jean
Looking for a loop route starting and ending in Montreal
Where to sleep... where to stay 1 day or more
Thanks for your ideas!
Nature, hiking, a little city time—but not too much.
Jean-Yves. B ARBRISSEL
hi there,
it's been a long time since I've been to Quebec, and I've kinda lost my bearings...🙂
What's the best spot to hitchhike from Montreal to Quebec City and from Quebec City to Tadoussac?
If you've got the public transit route to get to those spots, I'd love to hear it!
Hi there!! We all know there are mosquitoes in Quebec… but is it bearable? Are the cities affected too? Like Montreal and Quebec City? I can imagine it’s bad in the parks… The road trip would be from July 5th to the 21st, right in the middle of bug season!! Best, Christophe
If you’re French, you *have* to make an effort to go see Alexandre Texier play at the Bell Centre. The new player for the Montreal Canadiens, originally from France, is having a lot of success. 🏒
Looking for a comparison? Imagine a Quebecer playing for Paris Saint-Germain. ⚽ You’d be surprised, and we’d be proud. Well, that’s exactly what’s happening. Yesterday, he was the hero of a great win. 🌟
Many of you often wonder what makes Quebecers’ hearts race. Go see a Montreal Canadiens hockey game, and you’ll experience something unforgettable. Especially right now with this young team. Okay, does this fit the travel forum criteria? I think so—especially if you want to learn more about the locals you’re visiting. 😄
Enjoy your trip to Quebec! And if you’re from France, don’t worry about the snow—it always melts eventually. 😄😄👋👋👋
We’re planning our first trip to Quebec for early July 2026. There’ll be 2 adults and 2 teens (17 and 14 years old). For now, we’re thinking of renting an RV in Montreal for this loop.
Here’s a first draft of our route, based on itineraries I’ve seen on the forum.
The times below are the useful time spent at each stop, not including driving.
Does the order make sense? It has us crossing the river twice.
Are the lengths of the stops reasonable? We like to take our time and not spend too much time on the road.
Finally, any other suggestions for places to add or swap out?
Arrival and half a day in Montreal
Pick up RV the next day
Mauricie National Park: 2.5 days
Quebec City: 2 days
Jacques Cartier National Park: 2.5 days
Saguenay Fjord–Tadoussac: 2.5 days, then crossing
Bic Park: 2.5 days, then crossing back
Charlevoix: 3.5 days
Montreal: 2 days, then return to France
Thanks so much in advance for any help you can give us!
Hi, I'd like to know if I rent a car at Quebec City airport, can I drive to New Brunswick without any issues and then return to Quebec?
Thanks in advance for the answer, Claude
Hi everyone,
I’m planning a trip to Quebec at the end of June/beginning of July 2026 for 20 days.
We’re a family of 4, with two kids aged 7 and 4 at that time.
I’ve already started drafting our itinerary but I’m open to all suggestions and ideas.
We plan to land in Montreal and stay a few days to recover from the trip.
Here’s my first draft of the itinerary:
-Day 1 to 4: Exploring Montreal:
-Day 5: Sucrerie de la Montagne in Rigaud.
-Day 6/7: Parc Omega (staying in Pods)
-Day 8-10: Saint-Alexis-des-Monts (staying at Pourvoirie du Lac Blanc)
-Day 9/10: Heading toward Lac Saint-Jean: I’m still looking for accommodation halfway to La Tuque. I’ve noticed Pourvoirie du Triton or Domaine Le Bostonnais.
-Day 10/11: Zoo Sauvage de Saint-Félicien: I’m also looking for accommodation near the lake for this stop + visiting Village historique de Val-Jalbert?
-Day 12-13-14: Stop in Sacré-Cœur at Ferme 5 Étoiles. (I also saw the Canopée Lit accommodations in the area—something to consider).
-Day 15-16: Tadoussac: Whale-watching excursion. Should we do it by Zodiac given my kids’ ages?
I’m also looking for accommodation in the area (Hotel Tadoussac is out of budget).
On the way back from Tadoussac to Quebec City, I’m considering an intermediate stop if there’s a spot worth the detour (Malbaie??).
-Day 17-18-19: Exploring Quebec City (Montmorency Falls / Old Town / Wendake).
-Day 20-21: Return to Montreal and flight home.
I’d love recommendations for activities for young kids along this route.
Thanks
I’m heading back to Montreal in early November after several years away. I’m so excited!
I won’t be staying long, but I’ll have time to wander and explore.
I’d love to get your recommendations for great things to eat—restaurants, bakeries, all kinds of food.
I’m open to all your suggestions and addresses.
I’ll definitely hit up the market. And eat bagels, of course.
I’ll probably stay in the Quartier des Spectacles,
but I’ll definitely be getting around the city.
Hi everyone,
I’m planning to spend at least 3 weeks on the Côte Nord all the way to Natashquan to see the whales. I’m torn between renting a van or finding accommodations.
For the van, it’s hard to find one in Quebec City—most rentals start in Montreal... plus the prices are pretty high.
For accommodations, there aren’t many towns, so there aren’t a lot of options on Booking, for example. Do you have any leads, websites, or addresses to help me find some?
Thanks for any info you can share!
Isabelle
We’re heading out for 3 weeks and just bought our flight tickets;
3 days in Montreal
2 days in La Mauricie Park
drive down Route 155 to Lac Saint-Jean
2 days in Tadoussac
ferry to Gaspésie—planning to stay 6/7 days there
Charlevoix region for 3 days
Quebec City for 2 days
Back to Montreal
If you’ve got any great tips, I’d love to hear them—accommodation, activities (seaplane, bears, whales), parks.
We’re traveling with our kids, aged 20 and 23,
I’ve got a bit of a weird request , but you never know...
I’m currently traveling—we left Tadoussac this morning and are in Rimouski for 2 nights. We’re then heading down the Bas-Saint-Laurent and will be in Montreal on Tuesday. We fly back to Belgium on Friday.
I left 7 sweaters/T-shirts in Tadoussac 😕. Would anyone happen to be going there this weekend and then heading back to Montreal? To pick them up and meet me somewhere?
We’re heading to Quebec in just over a week to meet up with our son, a young adult on a Working Holiday Visa who’s been there for nearly a year 🙂🙂🙂 and I still have a few questions:
1) We’re starting with 3 nights near Shawinigan (Lac à la Tortue). The day after we arrive, we’ll have a relaxed day with one or two activities (sugar shack in St-Mathieu-du-Parc? A seaplane ride?). Any other suggestions? (Besides Parc de la Mauricie, which we’ll visit the next day.)
2) Then, we’ll head to Quebec City via the Chemin du Roy, where we’ll spend 3 nights, followed by a scenic drive to La Malbaie. We’ll be staying in St-Aimé-des-Lacs near Hautes-Gorges de la Malbaie National Park for another 3 nights. One day will be dedicated to hiking in the park—likely the Acropole des Draveurs for our son, and the Riverain trail plus two shorter walks for my husband and me, since he can’t use hiking poles. So, I’m unsure about the second day: should we go back to the park for the cruise, or do something else nearby? Any suggestions?
3) After St-Aimé-des-Lacs, we’ll spend 3 nights in Tadoussac. We’ll definitely stop at Port-au-Persil, but since the drive isn’t too long, we’ll arrive pretty quickly (I think you say "rendu" here 😉). I was thinking of exploring Tadoussac that day, doing the Pointe de l’Islet trail, the Estuary trail, and the Dunes lookout.
The second day, we’d head toward Les Bergeronnes and Les Escoumins to visit the interpretation center and take a Zodiac cruise. I was considering Neptune because they offer covered boats. Any other options?
And on the third day, we’d go to Sainte-Rose-du-Nord via the Saguenay Fjord National Park’s Baie Sainte-Marguerite sector to hike part of the "Le Fjord" trail from the Beluga Observation Center. I’m aware this trail requires a park access fee. However, I just realized that the trails we planned for the first day (Estuary and Pointe de l’Islet) are also part of the Tadoussac sector of the park. Do we need to pay the access fee (10.10 CAD) for these two short trails? If so, it might make sense to do them on the third day. In that case, can we pay the fee in Tadoussac, then head to the Baie Sainte-Marguerite sector and use the same ticket?
Hi there,
My partner and I are planning a trip with our two kids to see whales this summer in Canada. We’ve got two options: Tadoussac or the Bay of Fundy in Saint Andrews. We’ll be there at the end of July.
Could you let me know if one spot is better than the other? Especially in terms of how likely we are to actually see the whales.
Thanks in advance, and have a great day!
Bruno