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2023 Grand Tour 

August 5 to 10

Lower St. Lawrence and Gaspé

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Cycling is your passion, and you want to share it with hundreds, even thousands of other people who are as passionate as you are? Let our bicycle touring events tempt you! Each year, many families introduce their children to cycling during the Petite Aventure, while the expert riders get together to travel around Quebec 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

A week of cycling between enthusiasts!

This year, the Grand Tour will visit the beautiful regions of the Bas-Saint-Laurent and Gaspésie! Immerse yourself in the beautiful views of the St. Lawrence River from the start at the foot of the river in Trois-Pistoles. This popular tourist region promises a Grand Tour filled with exceptional panoramas, breathtaking views and friendly moments in the pretty, picturesque villages of the "Bas du fleuve".

The Grand Tour is an opportunity for cycling enthusiasts in Quebec to get together for a week of cycling fun in the most beautiful regions of the province.

Superb itineraries, festive atmosphere and memorable evenings at the stage villages are the order of the day for this event that brings together thousands of cyclists every year!

See you on Saturday, August 5th in Trois-Pistoles! Meeting point: Trois-Pistoles High School (455, Jenkin street, Trois-Pistoles, Quebec, G0L 4K0).

 

 

Choose the package that suits you

Under the stars

Week - August 5 to 10

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

Under the stars

Weekend - August 5 to 7

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

Under the covers

Week - August 5 to 10

6-day package including 5 nights in 2 and 3 star hotels; 5 breakfasts and 6 dinners. Dinners are optional (comforter plus).

Under the covers

Week - August 5 to 10

6-day package including 5 nights in a 3-star hotel; 5 breakfasts and 6 dinners. Dinners are optional (comforter plus).

Under the covers

Weekend - August 5 to 7

3-day package including 2 nights in a 3-star hotel; 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners. Dinners are optional (comforter plus).

Duo Weekend under the Stars

Grand Tour 📅 from August 5 to 7
Little Adventure 📅 June 30 to July 2

Packages including 2 nights camping; 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners for each event.

One-day tour

📅 August 6
Loop in Mont-Joli.

Package including 1 lunch and 1 dinner.

 

One-day tour

📅 August 8
Loop in Matane

Package including 1 lunch and 1 dinner.

 

Rate Schedule 2023

SALES PRICE PER PERSON. TAXES AND FICAV INCLUDED.
Package Age Rates from February 16 to April 30th Rates from May 01 to June 29 June 30th rate
Under the stars - week 35 years and older 995 $ 1 045 $ 1 095 $
18 to 34 years old 745 $ 780 $ 820 $
7 to 17 years old 575 $ 575 $ 575 $
3 to 6 years old 315 $ 315 $ 315 $
Under the stars - Weekend 35 years and older 525 $ 565 $ 605 $
18 to 34 years old 390 $ 420 $ 450 $
7 to 17 years old 275 $ 275 $ 275 $
3 to 6 years old 155 $ 155 $ 155 $
Duo weekends Small Adventure + Grand Tour 18 years and older 795 $ 825 $ n-a
7 to 17 years old 495 $ 495 $ n-a
3 to 6 years old 250 $ 250 $ n-a
One-day tour 18 years and older 105 $ 105 $ 105 $
Under the comforter 2 or 3 stars - week Double occupancy 1 650 $ 1 650 $ 1 650 $
Single occupancy 2 260 $ 2 260 $ 2 260 $
Extra comforter plus. Addition of dinners at the Grand Tour village. n-a 170 $  170 $  170 $ 
Under the comforter 3 stars - week Double occupancy 1 950 $ 1 950 $ 1 950 $
Single occupancy 2600 $ 2600 $ 2600 $
Extra comforter plus. Addition of 5 dinners at the Grand Tour village. n-a 170 $  170 $  170 $ 
Under the comforter - Weekend Double occupancy 900 $ 900 $ 900 $
Single occupancy 1 295 $ 1 295 $ 1 295 $
Extra comforter plus. Addition of 3 dinners at the Grand Tour village. n-a 100 $  100 $  100 $ 
TENT RENTAL
5 nights / 6 days stay 1-2 people 445 $ 445 $ 445 $
3-4 people 645 $ 645 $ 645 $
Weekend stay 2 nights / 3 days 1-2 people 245 $ 24 $ 245 $
3-4 people n-a n-a n-a

Tent rental:

You don't have a tent? We'll take care of it! When you make your reservation, select the tent rental option. This option includes the assembly and disassembly as well as the delivery of your luggage to the tent. Sleeping bags and ground mattresses not included.

Special offers

Package including

The under the stars packages include nights of camping.

the packages under the comforter include nights in a hotel;

Most packages include meals;

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

supervision, mechanical breakdown service and access to support vehicles;

animation in the village;

the traveler's guide;

GPX data, maps and daily routes;

Package including

The under the stars packages include nights of camping.

the packages under the comforter include nights in a hotel;

Most packages include meals;

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

supervision, mechanical breakdown service and access to support vehicles;

animation in the village;

the traveler's guide;

GPX data, maps and daily routes;

Day by day cycling itinerary

See the differences in elevation

 

1

Day 1 - Saturday, August 5, 2023

Meet at the meeting point - Trois-Pistoles High School (455 Jenkin Street, Trois-Pistoles, Quebec, G0L 4K0).

For this first day on the roads of the Lower St. Lawrence, discover the superb road that leads to the Bic National Park, and extend your stay if an optional tour on rock dust roads appeals to you!

 Course dimensions

Regular route 101 km : 3
105 km option: 3+.
Option 122 km : 4

Consult the day's elevation changes

Departure from Trois-Pistoles to Mont-Joli via Notre-Dame-des-Neiges, Saint-Mathieu-de-Rioux, Saint-Simon-de-Rimouski, Saint-Fabien, Bic, Rimouski, Saint-Anaclet-de-Lessard and Sainte-Luce. Options by Saint-Fabien-sur-Mer, Parc National du Bic, Neigette.

 

2

Day 2 - Sunday, August 6, 2023

On this beautiful Sunday, the day of the first loop of this Grand Tour, visit the magnificent Jardins de Métis after completing the short 37.8 km loop, or simply in place of the day's bike ride!

 Course dimensions

Regular route 88 km : 3
38 km option : 3
Option 99 km : 3+ (2.5 miles)
Option 109 km : 4

Consult the day's elevation changes

Loop to Mont-Joli via Neigette, Saint-Anaclet-de-Lessard, Rimouski, Sainte-Luce, Sainte-Flavie, Grand-Métis and Price. Options by Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage, Saint-Donat, Métis-sur-Mer, Saint-Octave-de-Métis.

3

Day 3 - Monday, August 7, 2023

Head for Matane on this third day of the Grand Tour! Discover the beautiful shores of Lake Matapedia, where you may be tempted to make a saucette at Baie-de-Charlie!

 Course dimensions

Regular route 87 km : 4
97 km option : 4+.
Option 109 km: 4+.

Consult the day's elevation changes

Mont-Joli to Matane via Price, Sainte-Octave-de-Métis, Padoue, Saint-Noël, Saint-Moïse, Sayabec, Sainte-Paule and Saint-Léandre. Options by Saint-Noël, Lac-Malcom, Val-Brillant.

4

Day 4 - Tuesday, August 8

This second loop of the Grand Tour allows you to take a beautiful tour of the land surrounding Matane, or gives you time to discover some of the most beautiful attractions of this beautiful city whose lighthouse offers an exceptional view of the St. Lawrence River which widens to become a gulf!

 Course dimensions

Regular route 73 km: 3+.
Shortened option 43 km : 3
100 km option : 4

Consult the day's elevation changes

Loop to Matane via Ruisseau-Gagnon, Saint-Adelme, Sainte-Félicité, Petit-Matane. Options by St-Luc-de-Matane, Grosses-Roches.

5

Day 5 - Wednesday, August 9

For this fifth day on the road, we change tack! Direction Rimouski, the economic center of the region, by waterways. You will spend the day along the water, which will allow you to discover many small picturesque villages, in particular Métis-sur-Mer, whose traditional houses and horticultural and landscaping installations will amaze you.

 Course dimensions

Regular route 99 km: 3+.
Option 106 km : 3+ (2.5 miles)
Option 115 km : 4

Consult the day's elevation changes

Matane to Rimouski via Saint-Ulric, Baie-des-Sables, Les Boules, Métis-sur-Mer. Grand-Métis, Sainte-Flavie and Sainte-Luce. Options by Price, Mont-Joli.

6

Day 6 - Thursday, August 10

Alas, it is already the last day of this wonderful Grand Tour. For this return to Trois-Pistoles, you will switch between sea and land to get back to the starting point of the beautiful week of cycling that just took place. Before leaving the Lower St. Lawrence, why not take advantage of this last day to explore the Pointe-au-Père Historical Site and take an unusual visit to the Onondaga submarine!

 Course dimensions

Regular route 82 km: 3+.
Option 94 km : 4
Option 121 km : 4+ (2.5 miles)

Consult the day's elevation changes

Rimouski to Trois-Pistoles via Saint-Valérien, Saint-Eugène-de-Ladrière, Saint-Fabien, Saint-Mathieu-de-Rioux, Sainte-Françoise, Notre-Dame-des-Neiges. Option via Sainte-Odile-de-Rimouski, Saint-Médard, Saint-Jean-de-Dieu.

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 of life for all age groups. I met many friends there, whose friendship continued well beyond the week of cycling."

Annie

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

Gaétan

" I am impressed with 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 of life for all age groups. I met many friends there, whose friendship continued well beyond the week of cycling."

Annie

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

Gaétan

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

Frequently Asked Questions - The Grand Tour

Is parking included in Trois-Pistoles?

No. If you come by car, you must bring $20 in cash for parking at the meeting point, which is the École secondaire de Trois-Pistoles (455, rue Jenkin, Trois-Pistoles, Québec, G0L 4K0). This amount covers the parking of your car in Trois-Pistoles for the entire duration of the Grand Tour.

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

Yes, during the events, electrical connections will be available for participants.

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

A gluten-free menu is available at meals. However, due to the high volume surrounding the logistics of serving meals at Little Adventure, we cannot guarantee 100% freedom from food cross-contamination.

The gluten-free menu is therefore available for participants who are gluten intolerant, but is not recommended for celiac participants.

Is it possible to modify the Grand Tour package?

No, the 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 include lodging and meals. However, you can bring your own meals, but it is not possible to deduct the price of meals from your package.

Is it possible to arrive the day before departure?

If you wish to arrive in Trois-Pistoles on August 4th, we offer you the possibility to camp for free at the departure site of the Grand Tour! Here is the information to remember:

  • Location: Trois-Pistoles High School (455 Jenkin Street, Trois-Pistoles, QC G0L 4K0)
  • Camping available from 5 p.m. on August 4
  • Services available: toilets, water, showers (schedule to come) and campground.

Please note that the other services of the Grand Tour, such as meals, mechanics and first aid, will only be available as of August 5th. You must therefore plan your own meals if you decide to arrive the day before.

 

 

What is the model of the tents?

Currently we have several models of tents and we have just renewed a part of our park with 4 persons camping tents - Arpenaz 4.2 blue from Decathlon. The tent models are assigned randomly, we cannot tell you exactly which model you will have during your stay. However, rest assured that all of our tent models are of high quality and are carefully checked to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible.

A little nostalgia?

Watch a video of the Grand Tour made in the summer of 2022. Good memories while waiting for the next Grand Tour!

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