Traveler's Guide Without Air Travel

To travel with peace of mind, every traveler should always have travel insurance. It is important to review your existing insurance policies and, if necessary, purchase additional coverage to ensure you are adequately protected.

Coverage provided by a credit card or personal insurance
If your trip is insured through your credit card or other personal insurance, check to see if it meets your needs. Does it include coverage for medical care and hospitalization abroad? Does it include cancellation insurance covering all non-refundable travel expenses paid in advance, as well as trip interruption insurance? Does it include coverage for lost or stolen luggage? After analyzing the situation, you will be able to determine whether or not you need to purchase additional insurance.

Coverage provided by the Régie de l’assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)
Visitramq.gouv.qc.cato learn more about the health coverage provided to all Quebec residents when traveling within or outside Quebec.

Since healthcare costs outside Quebec are usually higher, it is essential to purchase private travel insurance that covers all or part of the costs not reimbursed by the Régie.

Vélo Québec Voyages reminds you of the importance of checking whether your trip cancellation/interruption insurance covers unforeseeable and unpredictable events.

Vélo Québec Voyages assumes no responsibility for loss, theft, or damage to your luggage and personal belongings (including your bicycle) during your trip. It is your responsibility to have adequate insurance for your luggage and bicycle.Please note that many home insurance companies, some group insurance plans, and certain credit cards cover property damaged or stolen outside the home. Check with the relevant authorities.

In addition, if you have taken out Blue Cross insurance with us, you can find out about the terms and conditions of the baggage cover by reading the "Insured Person's Guide."

One week before your trip, we will provide you with the full details of the departure point, parking areas, and meeting time. You can leave your vehicle in a designated area at the departure point. However, Vélo Québec Voyages accepts no responsibility for theft or vandalism.

On the days of your stay when you have to travel to the next stopover town,your luggage must be left at the hotel reception before 9:30 a.m.

• You will have lunch at your hotel, according to the schedule set by the hotel manager.
• In addition to the planned itinerary for your trip to the next stopover town, you have a few route options to explore during your stay in each of the stopover towns on your trip. Each day, you choose your route and set off at a time and pace that suits you.
• You can have lunch wherever and whenever you want.
• When you change cities, your luggage will be transported to the next hotel, whererooms are available between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. 

The list of hotels where you will be staying will be sent to you by email one week before your departure. When leaving the hotel, we ask that you return your key to the front desk and settle any charges for products and services purchased at the hotel (e.g., telephone calls, minibar).

What about your bike? It will spend the night in your room or in a secure area provided for this purpose. We recommend that you lock it up at all times.

We recommend that you have your bike fully serviced before you set off. A bike in good condition is the first guarantee of a successful trip.

For minor issues (adjustments, flat tires, etc.), nothing beats being self-sufficient so you can get back on the road in minutes!

See the section "Packing your luggage and checklist ↑."