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Montérégie: Richelieu Valley – Getaway Self-guided

A Cycling Vacation in the Heart of Quebec
Self-guided
The “ Self-guided ” experience is designed for independent road cyclists. You choose your departure date and your dream destination, and you’ll enjoy a travel itinerary planned by our advisors: transportation, lodging, meals, and, of course, our exclusive routes. These routes feature points of interest around stopover towns selected for their range of services and lodging options. This way, you’ll set off with all the information you need to ensure your trip goes smoothly. Once you arrive at your destination, you’ll enjoy greater freedom—without a guide or support vehicle—allowing you to decide how to spend each day!

Starting at

645$

per person

Duration

3 days

2 nights

Level

Level:

2 - Easy - hilly - 40 to 70 km

Irresistible!

Starting in Saint-Hyacinthe, this getaway takes you on a journey through epicurean territory. Don’t miss: nature’s reawakening in the spring or the summer’s bounty in September, as you travel along the Richelieu River in the Patriotes region.

Don't miss: the region's culinary treasures—apples, ciders, wines, cheeses, and maple products. In short, a wide variety of cycling experiences in a rural setting near charming towns. How can you resist such temptations?

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

2 nights in a hotel, double occupancy;

  • parking in Saint-Hyacinthe;
  • luggage transport (one piece per person, maximum 20 kg);
  • mechanical repairs and access to a support vehicle;
  • GPX data, maps, and daily itineraries in electronic format;
  • taxes;

Not included: transportation to the departure point for the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle; equipment, such as the bicycle; a guide; costs incurred in the event of mechanical or physical issues; the two ferry crossings on Day 2 (cost: $2 per person per crossing); coverage under the Travel Agents’ Customer Compensation Fund (FICAV), which is $1 per $1,000 and its applicable discount.

Package includes

2 nights in a hotel, double occupancy;

  • parking in Saint-Hyacinthe;
  • luggage transport (one piece per person, maximum 20 kg);
  • mechanical repairs and access to a support vehicle;
  • GPX data, maps, and daily itineraries in electronic format;
  • taxes;

Not included: transportation to the departure point for the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle; equipment, such as the bicycle; a guide; costs incurred in the event of mechanical or physical issues; the two ferry crossings on Day 2 (cost: $2 per person per crossing); coverage under the Travel Agents’ Customer Compensation Fund (FICAV), which is $1 per $1,000 and its applicable discount.

Additional Information

Departure/Return

Saint-Hyacinthe

Route rating: 2
A fairly easy route: includes a few small valleys; 40 to 70 km.

Additional Information

Departure/Return

Saint-Hyacinthe

Route rating: 2
A fairly easy route: includes a few small valleys; 40 to 70 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: 143 km • Long route: 218 km
1

Day 1

Departure from St-Hyacinthe.

St-Hyacinthe, St-Pie, St-Damase, St-Jean-Baptiste, Beloeil, St-Marc-sur-le-Richelieu (69 km).

2

Day 2

A day off or a loop route via Saint-Antoine-sur-le-Richelieu, St-Roch-sur-le-Richelieu, St-Ours, St-Denis-sur-le-Richelieu, and St-Charles-sur-le-Richelieu (57 or 75 km).

3

Day 3

St-Marc-sur-le-Richelieu, La Présentation, St-Barnabé Sud, St-Hugues, St-Simon le Bagot, St-Hyacinthe (74 km).

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