Grand Tour 2027
Duration: 6 days and 5 nights
Canada and the Caribbean
Canada
Quebec
Bas-Saint-Laurent and Gaspésie – Self-guided
A Cycling Vacation Along the St. Lawrence River
Starting at
1749$
per person
Duration
6 days
5 nights
Level
Level:
3 - Moderate - hilly, sometimes mountainous - 50 to 80 km
What a majestic river!
Are you looking to see the best of Quebec’s coastline in just a week, without getting off your bike? Then this trip is for you!
From Rivière-du-Loup to Matane, you’ll only briefly leave the banks of the St. Lawrence River, which will accompany you on your journey like a gentle guide leading you toward the Gaspé Peninsula.
There’s no shortage of great food and stunning scenery, and every stop promises to treat you to breathtaking sunsets. The river and cycling—a winning combination!
Drive Self-guided
With the “ Self-guided ” package, enjoy your trip on your own terms, with complete independence. We’ll provide you with the itinerary and book your accommodations—the rest is up to you!
Package includes
5 nights in a two- to four-star hotel or inn, based on double occupancy;
5 breakfasts;
luggage transport between each stopover city (one piece per person, maximum 20 kg) (luggage transfer takes place at 10:00 a.m.);
GPX data, maps, and daily itineraries in electronic format;
- parking in Rivière-du-Loup;
- travel between Matane and Rivière-du-Loup;
- transporting the bicycle by truck (no packing required);
- information to ensure a smooth trip: contact information and phone numbers for transportation providers at the destination, bike shops, an emergency contact number, etc.;
- taxes;
Not included: transportation of the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle to the departure point; equipment, such as the bicycle; a guide; mechanical assistance and access to a support vehicle; costs incurred in the event of a mechanical or physical mishap; Coverage under the Travel Agents’ Customer Compensation Fund (FICAV), at a rate of $1 per $1,000 and any applicable discount.
Package includes
5 nights in a two- to four-star hotel or inn, based on double occupancy;
5 breakfasts;
luggage transport between each stopover city (one piece per person, maximum 20 kg) (luggage transfer takes place at 10:00 a.m.);
GPX data, maps, and daily itineraries in electronic format;
- parking in Rivière-du-Loup;
- travel between Matane and Rivière-du-Loup;
- transporting the bicycle by truck (no packing required);
- information to ensure a smooth trip: contact information and phone numbers for transportation providers at the destination, bike shops, an emergency contact number, etc.;
- taxes;
Not included: transportation of the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle to the departure point; equipment, such as the bicycle; a guide; mechanical assistance and access to a support vehicle; costs incurred in the event of a mechanical or physical mishap; Coverage under the Travel Agents’ Customer Compensation Fund (FICAV), at a rate of $1 per $1,000 and any applicable discount.
Additional Information
Departure/Return
Rivière-du-Loup
Route rating: 3
Moderate-difficulty route: hilly, sometimes mountainous; 50 to 80 km.
Additional Information
Departure/Return
Rivière-du-Loup
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: 209 km • Long route: 352 km
1
Day 1
Arrival in Rivière-du-Loup.
Loop via St-Arsène, l’Isle-Verte, and Cacouna. Option to continue to Saint-Éloi (50 or 77 km).
2
Day 2
Rivière-du-Loup, Saint-Épiphane, Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger, Saint-Clément, Saint-Jean-de-Dieu, Trois-Pistoles. Short route via L’Isle-Verte (42 or 81 km).
3
Day 3
Trois-Pistoles, St-Mathieu-de-Rioux, St-Fabien, Le Bic, Rimouski. Option via Bic National Park (71 or 75 km).
4
Day 4
Rimouski, Sainte-Luce-sur-Mer, Sainte-Flavie. Alternative route via Saint-Anaclet-de-Lessard, Mont-Joli, Price (31 or 56 km).
5
Day 5
Ste-Flavie, Grand-Métis, Saint-Octave-de-Métis, Métis-sur-Mer, Les Boules, Baie-des-Sables, St-Ulric, Matane (65 km).
6
Day 6
10:15 a.m.*: Transfer from Matane to Rivière-du-Loup (2 hours 30 minutes).
* = The departure time is subject to change
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