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Lower St. Lawrence East – Self-guided

A cycling vacation along the water
Self-guided
The Self-guided experience Self-guided designed for independent road cyclists. You choose your departure date and your dream destination, and you benefit from a travel plan created by our advisors: transportation, lodging, meals, and, of course, our exclusive itineraries. These itineraries feature scenic routes around stopover towns selected for their amenities and lodging options. This way, you set off with all the information you need to ensure your trip goes smoothly. Once you arrive at your destination, you enjoy greater freedom—without a guide or support vehicle—allowing you to decide how each of your days will unfold!

Starting at

1399$

per person

Duration

5 days

or more

4 nights

Level

Level:

3 - Moderate - hilly, sometimes mountainous - 50 to 80 km

A stroll along the river

Starting from La Pocatière, the gateway to the Bas-Saint-Laurent region, you’ll head toward Saint-Pacôme—one of Quebec’s most beautiful villages—and then Kamouraska, renowned for its stunning landscapes.  After Saint-André, you’ll ride mostly along the water’s edge, particularly in Notre-Dame-du-Portage, and once you reach Rivière-du-Loup, you’ll be able to appreciate the vastness of the river, which is now referred to as a sea.

With its church, museum, and cheese factory, Trois-Pistoles is sure to charm you, as will the breathtaking beauty of the Bic River, which you’ll pass along the way to Rimouski. A scenic drive, gourmet stops, and the river flowing out to the Atlantic… that’s a winning formula for a great vacation!

Self-guided Tour

With the Self-guided option, enjoy your trip at your own pace and on your own terms. We’ll provide you with the itinerary and book your accommodations—the rest is up to you!

Package includes

4 nights in a two- to four-star hotel or inn, based on double occupancy;

** Also available as 6- and 7-day packages. Contact us for more information.

4 breakfasts;

  • parking in La Pocatière;
  • luggage transport between each stopover city (one bag per person, maximum 20 kg) (luggage transfer takes place at 10 a.m.);
  • travel between Rimouski and La Pocatière;
  • GPX data, maps, and daily itineraries in electronic format;
  • taxes;
  • information to ensure a smooth trip: contact details and phone numbers for local transportation providers, bike shops, an emergency contact number, etc.;

Not included: transportation to the departure point for the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle; equipment, such as the bicycle; the services of a guide; mechanical repairs and access to a support vehicle; and costs incurred in the event of a mechanical or physical mishap. Coverage under the Travel Agents’ Client Compensation Fund (FICAV), at a rate of $1 per $1,000, and the applicable discount.

Package includes

4 nights in a two- to four-star hotel or inn, based on double occupancy;

** Also available as 6- and 7-day packages. Contact us for more information.

4 breakfasts;

  • parking in La Pocatière;
  • luggage transport between each stopover city (one bag per person, maximum 20 kg) (luggage transfer takes place at 10 a.m.);
  • travel between Rimouski and La Pocatière;
  • GPX data, maps, and daily itineraries in electronic format;
  • taxes;
  • information to ensure a smooth trip: contact details and phone numbers for local transportation providers, bike shops, an emergency contact number, etc.;

Not included: transportation to the departure point for the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle; equipment, such as the bicycle; the services of a guide; mechanical repairs and access to a support vehicle; and costs incurred in the event of a mechanical or physical mishap. Coverage under the Travel Agents’ Client Compensation Fund (FICAV), at a rate of $1 per $1,000, and the applicable discount.

Additional information

Departure/Return

La Pocatière

Route rating: 3
Moderate-difficulty route: hilly, sometimes mountainous; 50 to 80 km.

Additional information

Departure/Return

La Pocatière

Route rating: 3
Moderate-difficulty route: hilly, sometimes mountainous; 50 to 80 km.

Check the elevation profiles

Check out the elevation changes along this route and plan your upcoming trip with all the information you need. Please note that the elevation changes are provided for informational purposes only and may not always reflect actual conditions on the ground.

Day-by-day cycling itinerary

Short route: 192 km • Long route: 425 km
1

Day 1

Arrival in La Pocatière. La Pocatière, St-Germain, St-André, Notre-Dame-du-Portage, Rivière-du-Loup (77 km).

2

Day 2

Rivière-du-Loup, Cacouna, Saint-Épiphane, Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger, Saint-Jean-de-Dieu, Trois-Pistoles. Short route via L’Isle-Verte (43 or 81 km).

3

Day 3

A day off or a loop via Sainte-Françoise, Saint-Médard, Lac-des-Aigles, and Sainte-Rita (40–112 km).

4

Day 4

Trois-Pistoles, St-Mathieu-de-Rioux, St-Fabien, Le Bic, Rimouski (72 or 76 km).

5

Day 5

Free morning or loop route via Sainte-Luce-sur-Mer, Luceville, and Saint-Anaclet-de-Lessard. Alternative route via Grand-Métis and Mont-Joli (40–79 km).

10:15 a.m.*: Return trip from Rimouski to La Pocatière (2 hours).

*The transfer time is subject to change.

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