Quebec Family Multi-Adventure Tour
Quebec Family Multi-Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere & Casual Hotels
2025: Jul-Aug2026: Jun-Aug
Fairy-Tale Quebec City & Charming Charlevoix
Experience adventure, exploration and family fun in a region known for farm-to-table cuisine and a rich transatlantic culture. Come enjoy the untamable spirit and memorable landscapes surrounding the St. Lawrence Seaway.
Highlights
- Ride with your family on peaceful roads and hike to a vista of Saguenay Fjord
- Sample fresh farm-to-table delights, grown locally by the region’s many organic farmers and artisans
- Explore historic Quebec City, one of the oldest cities in North America, and learn about its architecture, fortified walls and French heritage
- Kayak on the St. Lawrence, an extraordinary river connecting the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean
- Travel by Zodiac through Tadoussac Bay, looking for breaching dolphins, as well as beluga, minke, humpback and fin whales
Start/End Quebec City
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Explore Tadoussac, Canada's oldest village and the preeminent spot for whale-watching on the Eastern Seaboard • Climb to the crest of a hill for views of Saguenay Fjord • Venture out in tandem kayaks with an expert guide to get a closer look at the mighty St. Lawrence River and its incredible sea life • Ride to the remarkable Tadoussac sand dunes for family fun on the beach.
Nights 1-2
A simple historic hotel selected for its scenic location above the Saguenay Fjord and close to fabulous whale-watching and hiking trails. (pool, spa)
Days 3-4
Hike through a lush forest of sugar maple, elm, pine and yellow birch along the winding Colline de L'Anse à la Barque Trail • Climb aboard a private Zodiac for an exciting whale-watching excursion • Hike along beautifully maintained paths lined with unique geologic formations • Ferry to Isle-aux-Coudres for an idyllic bike ride past stone cottages, historic churches and picturesque farmland • Visit Les Moulins and its early 19th-century windmill and watermill, still churning out wheat and buckwheat flours.
Nights 3-4
Nestled majestically between sea and mountains, this “Castle on the Cliff” combines quiet countryside charm with five-star elegance. (pool, spa)
Days 5-6
Youngsters explore a via ferrata circuit with dazzling views of the St. Lawrence River • Adults embark on a peaceful ride past old colonial houses and the magnificent Basilique de Saint-Anne-de-Beaupré • Discover historic Quebec City, North America’s only remaining fortified city, on a walking tour while kids learn the basics of circus arts from passionate teachers who specialize in the discipline.
Night 5
A modern and chic hotel with a warm atmosphere, housed in a 1912 Old Port building featuring original stone and woodwork.
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
To access the very best biking and hiking routes, we’ll often bypass busy roads and traffic by starting and ending our bike rides with strategic shuttles. Expect shuttle times of one to two hours most days.
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-2
*Casual Hotel
A simple historic hotel selected for its scenic location above the Saguenay Fjord and close to fabulous whale-watching and hiking trails. (pool, spa)
Nights 3-4
Premiere Hotel
Nestled majestically between sea and mountains, this “Castle on the Cliff” combines quiet countryside charm with five-star elegance. (pool, spa)
Night 5
Premiere Hotel
A modern and chic hotel with a warm atmosphere, housed in a 1912 Old Port building featuring original stone and woodwork.
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Ideal for avid cyclists
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
Included in your trip price
- Backroads is the only travel company to manufacture it's own line of kid's bikes.
- Features smaller wheels -- the perfect choice for kids.
- On our Family Trips, you'll find 20"" and 24"" bikes.
Included in your trip price
- For children up to 85 pounds
- Attaches to an adult bike with your child providing some of the pedal power for a real team effort!
- Ideal for kids who aren't yet ready for bike touring.
- Cannot be pulled by an e-bike.
Review Snapshot
by PowerReviews
Reviewed by 5 customers
Quebec Trip of a Lifetime!!!
My Backroads experience was absolutely phenomenal from start to finish! The combination of breathtaking landscapes, challenging yet exhilarating activities, and the camaraderie of like-minded travelers and phenomenal leaders creates an experience that's addictive. Once you've experienced the magic of Backroads, you'll find yourself eagerly planning your next adventure with them. I can't wait to another trip.
Our trip with our grandchildren was fabulous !
Our multi-sport family trip to Quebec exceeded our expectations. It was the first time we took our grandkids with us and they enjoyed it immensely . The team leaders were par excellence and took care in making sure everyone was engaged and enjoyed the experience. The variety of activities were very enjoyable and appealing. Also, our group mix was wonderful with everyone making an effort to know each other - adults as well as the children. This was an experience that will live in our memory for a long time!
Why didn't we try this sooner ?!
All of the recommendations you read are true. Our family had an amazing time. Our kids (11 & 16) loved it. The guides were so nice, competent and knowledgeable. The other families were all easygoing, down to earth people who were great to travel with. The accommodations were beautiful and unique. We can't wait to try another Backroads trip !
Great family trip - mix of activities was amazing
Verified Buyer
Had activities ranging from biking, hiking, sea kayaking and whale watching - terrific variety for kids. Ours were 6 and 9 at the time and were able to do everything (younger one biked in tandem). As always, the guides were terrific with both the adults and kids in making it an amazing experience
Great mix of nature, culture, history and fun.
I was surprised at how much variation there was in the terrain because I assumed that Quebec would be mostly a city trip. Quebec is a beautiful and charming old city and is really fun and interesting in itself. It is also surrounded by the natural beauty of the St. Lawrence River and a variety of activities and wildlife to explore. I loved seeing the whales!
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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