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Grand Tour 2026

August1 to 6, 2026

 

Events
Cycling is your passion, and you'd like to share it with hundreds, even thousands of other people who are just as passionate as you are? Let our bike touring events tempt you! Every year, many families introduce their youngest children to cycling during the Petite aventure, while the more experienced cyclists get together to tour the province during the Grand Tour. Summer events not to be missed!

Prices to come

Duration

6 days

5 nights

Level

Level :

4 - Advanced - hilly and mountainous - 50 to 90 km

Registration is now open!

The adventure is coming... We will reveal the routes soon.

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The Grand Tour 2026 is...

  • 6 days of cycling at your own pace
  • Discovering the Eastern Townships
  • Encounters with passionate cyclists
  • Activities and entertainment in the villages
  • All-inclusive vacations
  • An opportunity to create your most beautiful vacation memories!

Including :

  • 5 nights camping or in a hotel
  • Luggage transport
  • All meals
  • Signposted itineraries, roadside supervision, support vehicles

Discover the Grand Tour in pictures.

This year, we're heading to the Eastern Townships!

From August1 to 6, 2026, we invite you to experience this unique adventure in the Eastern Townships region. Cyclists will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of routes that showcase the best of the region's natural, gastronomic, and historical heritage. This event is sure to delight both casual cyclists and those who love a sporting challenge!

After the daily outings, enjoy the friendly atmosphere of our villages,where enthusiasts gather to eat, dance, celebrate, and even do a little yoga!

Looking for more information about the 2026 edition of the Grand Tour? Come back and visit this page in the coming weeks!

Choose the package that's right for you

Under the stars

📅 August1 to 6

6-day camping package including 5 nights' camping; 5 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners.

Weekend under the stars

📅 August1 to 3

3-day package including 2 nights camping; 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners. Transfers included.

 

4 under the stars package

📅 August1 to 6

Available starting January 6, 2026

60 discount on individual registration

One-day tour

📅 August 2

Package including 1 lunch and 1 dinner.

One-day tour

📅 August 3

Package including 1 lunch and 1 dinner.

One-day tour

📅 August 5

Package including 1 lunch and 1 dinner.

 

The Sous la couette packages will be available starting February 10, 2026.

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2026 price list

Further information

 

 

Day 0: Arrive at your own pace
  • Arrive at your leisure on Friday, July 31
  • Info booth open from 2 p.m.
  • Access to toilets and showers
  • Bistro, music and food nearby
  • Lunch included on Day 1
  • Price: $35 per person

 

 

Shuttles Bike Day
  • Drive to the next village
  • Book your shuttle at the Info booth for $25
  • Take a day to explore the region or rest your legs!

 

 

Additional luggage
  • For cyclists who want to bring two pieces of luggage
  • Price: $40

Tent rental: a wider selection
  • Five types of tents
  • Quechua and Eureka tents
  • Select your tent when registering
  • Tents set up for you in every village
  • Your luggage dropped off at your tent

Tent rental

Don't have a tent? We'll take care of it! When booking, select the tent rental option. This option includes set-up and take-down, as well as delivery of your luggage to the tent. Sleeping bags and sleeping pads not included.

Choose your rental tent when you make your reservation. Several types of tents are available: 1-person tent (Quechua Fresh and Black), 3-4 person tent (Arpenaz 4.2), 4-person tent (Eureka Space Camp), 6-person tent (Eureka Space Camp), 12-person tent (Eureka Copper Canyon).

Van packages

Want to bring your van to the Grand Tour? It's possible! 

 

Find out more about our van packages

Available starting January 6.

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Our Van packages guarantee* :

  • Parking for your van at the start site and in the villages
  • A shuttle service to move your van from the departure site to the first village, then to the second village and finally to the arrival site on the last day.

Important notes:

  • There is no pump-out service.
  • There is no access to water.
  • There are no electrical outlets.
  • Your vehicle must not exceed themaximum length of 22 feet (7 meters).

Package including

The Under the Stars packages include nights camping.

Sous la couette packages include hotel stays;

Most packages include meals;

Luggage transport (1/person, including camping equipment. Max. 22 kg under the stars; 15 kg under the duvet);

Supervision, mechanical troubleshooting, and access to support vehicles;

Entertainment in the village;

The traveler's guide;

GPX data, maps, and daily itineraries;

Package including

The Under the Stars packages include nights camping.

Sous la couette packages include hotel stays;

Most packages include meals;

Luggage transport (1/person, including camping equipment. Max. 22 kg under the stars; 15 kg under the duvet);

Supervision, mechanical troubleshooting, and access to support vehicles;

Entertainment in the village;

The traveler's guide;

GPX data, maps, and daily itineraries;

They talk about it better than we do

Martine

" The joy of riding without having to worry about anything else. "

Clara

"The Grand Tour de Vélo Québec offers an unforgettable week in the life for all age groups. I met many friends there, whose friendship continued well beyond the week of cycling."

Annie

" Bravo, excellent organization!!! We're already looking forward to next year!!! "

Gaétan

" I'm impressed by the quantity and quality of people involved in such an event. Congratulations to all and well done."

They talk about it better than we do

Martine

" The joy of riding without having to worry about anything else. "

Clara

"The Grand Tour de Vélo Québec offers an unforgettable week in the life for all age groups. I met many friends there, whose friendship continued well beyond the week of cycling."

Annie

" Bravo, excellent organization!!! We're already looking forward to next year!!! "

Gaétan

" I'm impressed by the quantity and quality of people involved in such an event. Congratulations to all and well done."

Frequently asked questions - The Grand Tour

Is there a group discount available for the 2026 edition?

Yes! The group offer will be available very soon.

Is car parking at the start site included?

No. If you come by car, please allow $20 cash for parking at the meeting point, which will be announced later. This amount covers the parking of your car at the start site for the entire duration of your Grand Tour.

Is it possible to do the Grand Tour with an electric bike?

Yes, electrical connections are available in the villages during events.

Is it possible to have a gluten-free menu for people with gluten intolerance?

A gluten-free menu is available for meals. However, due to the high volume of logistics involved in serving meals on the Grand Tour, we cannot guarantee 100% freedom from cross-contamination.

The gluten-free menu is therefore available for participants with a gluten intolerance, but is not recommended for celiac participants.

Can I change my Grand Tour package?

No, packages are offered according to the formulas and duration as presented on our website and these are not modifiable.

Is it possible to have access to the Grand Tour meal service without paying for accommodation?

The packages offered are not modifiable and therefore include accommodation and meals. However, you can bring your own meals, but it is not possible to deduct the price of meals from your package.

Does the Grand Tour go ahead even if it rains?

In the event of rain, the Grand Tour will proceed as scheduled. In the event of more severe weather, such as high winds or thunderstorms, Vélo Québec reserves the right to bring forward or delay starts in order to avoid such conditions.

Should extreme circumstances force the cancellation of a day, shuttles will be provided to the next village, except for loop days when you can simply stay in the village for the day.

If you have any doubts about the weather before hitting the road, drop in at the INFO kiosk and we'll be happy to advise you.

What to do if air quality is unsafe?

The safety of our participants is paramount, and should the air quality reach a dangerous level for vulnerable people (heart or lung problems, pregnant women, young children, etc.), shuttles will be provided to the next village, if necessary.

Today's air quality will be reported daily at the INFO booth and in Le Déchaîné. If you'd like to know more about air quality, or if you're uncomfortable riding, drop by the INFO booth and we'll work with you to find the solutions you need.

When will the Grand Tour booklet be sent out?

The booklet containing all the information you need to prepare for your Grand Tour will be mailed out during the summer of 2026.

Is it possible to arrive the day before departure?

If you would like to arrive on July 31, that is possible!

The departure site will be ready to welcome you with the following services:

  • Info booth open from 2 p.m.
  • Camping area at the start site
  • Access to toilets and showers
  • Bistro, music and food nearby
  • Lunch included on August 1 before departure

What's the deadline for registration?

You can register online until July 30, inclusive. It will also be possible to register on site. On-site registration will take place at the INFO kiosk at the departure site for the 3- and 6-day Under the Stars packages. Debit/credit cards only.

What do I do if my bracelet is broken?

If one of your bracelets is broken when you receive it, or if it has been tampered with afterwards, come and see us at the INFO kiosk and we'll repair it, or give you a new one.

What model are the rental tents?

This year, we offer five tent models for rent:

  • Quechua Fresh and Black – 1 person
  • Arpenaz 4.2 - sleeps 3 or 4
  • Eureka Space Camp – 4 people
  • Eureka Space Camp – 6 people
  • Eureka Copper Canyon – 12 people

Another new feature is that you can now choose the model of tent you want to rent when you register!

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