Quebec Walking & Hiking Tour
Quebec Walking & Hiking Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere Hotels
2025: Jul-Sep2026: Jun-Sep
Idyllic Quebec City & Historic French Canada
Immerse yourself in Quebec’s Charlevoix region, an enchanting landscape of lush forests and rolling hills along with fjords, headlands and bays. It’s here that the grand resort tradition of villégiature was born. Get to know quaint villages that have inspired artists for generations and savor the innovative farm-to-table cuisine that has redefined the area.
Highlights
- Witness the old-world charm and European roots of Quebec City as you stroll down its cobblestone streets
- Scout for the elusive beluga whale and other marine mammals in the krill-rich waters of the St. Lawrence River
- Hike within the wondrous Charlevoix Crater, which spans 34 miles in diameter and was formed by a stray meteorite, and learn about the historic event that shaped the region
- Taste the agricultural bounty that fuels Charlevoix’s emerging farm-to-table movement
Start/End Quebec City
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Sense the joie de vivre as we meet in historic Quebec City • Set out for Cap Tourmente National Wildlife Reserve, where the plains and the mountains meet • Hit your stride as we follow trails and boardwalks through a landscape of coastal marshes and grasslands • Climb to stunning views of the St. Lawrence River • Hop aboard a private Zodiac with a naturalist on an exciting whale-watching excursion • Get acquainted with boreal forest trails and arctic and alpine tundra along the winding Colline de L'Anse à la Barque Trail • Climb to the crest of a hill for views of Saguenay Fjord • Feel like royalty as you settle in at our historic French-style castle hotel.
Nights 1-2
Nestled majestically between sea and mountains, this “Castle on the Cliff” combines quiet countryside charm with five-star elegance. (pool, spa)
Days 3-4
Find inspiration in Baie-St-Paul, the cultural and artistic hub of Charlevoix, where galleries, artists’ studios and boutiques line the narrow streets • Journey along the St. Lawrence Route, a scenic byway considered one of the most picturesque stretches of road in Quebec • Learn how the landscape of Charlevoix was shaped millions of years ago by a chance encounter with a rogue meteorite • At Parc des Grands Jardins, ascend a beautifully maintained trail through forests of conifer and yellow birch to Lac Georges • Enjoy stunning views before continuing through a forest thick with evergreens to Mont du Lac des Cygnes • Delight in our stay at a modern and unique hotel envisioned by the co-founder of Cirque du Soleil.
Nights 3-4
Situated in the heart of Baie-Saint-Paul, the jewel of Charlevoix, this modern hotel features an eco-friendly design and décor that pays tribute to the surrounding landscape and the region's cultural heritage. (pool, spa)
Days 5-6
Journey south to experience the urban energy of Quebec City, so named for the Algonquin word kébec meaning “where the river narrows” • On a dynamic guided walking tour, learn historical highlights of the only North American walled city north of Mexico.
Night 5
For more than a century, this luxurious landmark hotel’s majestic setting, opulent lobby and magnificent common rooms have preserved the elegance and glamour of a bygone era. (pool, spa)
What's Included
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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 hiking routes, we'll often start and end our routes with strategic shuttles via bus, van, boat or train. 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
Premiere Hotel
Nestled majestically between sea and mountains, this “Castle on the Cliff” combines quiet countryside charm with five-star elegance. (pool, spa)
Nights 3-4
Premiere Hotel
Situated in the heart of Baie-Saint-Paul, the jewel of Charlevoix, this modern hotel features an eco-friendly design and décor that pays tribute to the surrounding landscape and the region's cultural heritage. (pool, spa)
Night 5
Premiere Hotel
For more than a century, this luxurious landmark hotel’s majestic setting, opulent lobby and magnificent common rooms have preserved the elegance and glamour of a bygone era. (pool, spa)
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Review Snapshot
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Reviewed by 4 customers
We enjoyed the entire trip from start to finish. The are is
The guides were excellent and worked very well as a team. Very qualified and supportive throughout the journey. Accomodations were excellent as was the food and other options along with beautiful weather.
Once again, Backroads delivered a great adventure!
Our guides were amazing, funny, knowledgeable, and always there to help us out. The routes, accomodations, food, and people of Quebec exceeded our expectations. Overall, a great trip!
Quebec is beatiful!
This was our 14th hiking and walking trip with Backroads and it was as terrific as the others. No, it wasn't the Alps or the Mediterranean or ancient ruins. But Canada is just such a sweet place! It is beautiful in its own right and the trip leaders, the gorgeous hikes, the lovely St. Lawrence River were all magical.
Tres Magnifique!
Quebec and its people are wonderful! We loved this trip. The guides were so knowledgeable and fun. We felt motivated to hike every day, but also knew that if we needed to take it easy, we would be accommodated. The food in Quebec is truly amazing, so fresh and artfully created. And the hotels on this trip cannot be beat. I was very disappointed to return home and find myself not living in a luxury hotel! Le Germain Charlevoix is worth the trip on its own. Beautiful grounds and an amazing spa experience.
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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