The 10 most EPIC road trips to make with friends this summer in Quebec
Now that winter is officially over (at least until Mother Nature decides to go crazy and give us snow in April), it's time to prepare for your 2018 summer. longer, the weather warms up, the snow melts quietly and the leaves will return shortly in the trees. In short, the good weather and the summer arrive.
As you're probably as good as me to go far (ok, more or less far), make a road trip with friends, family or lovers is the perfect opportunity to escape and have mini vacations, would not the time of a long weekend. And when you live in Quebec, the possibilities are endless!
Here are 10 ideas of road trips that you will be able to do this summer in Quebec:
10. Whale Road, North Shore of Quebec
1250 kilometers of coast, between Tadoussac and Blanc-Sablon. On the road, you will be able to see 13 different species of whales! In many places, you can do sea excursions to observe them.
9. The tour of Gaspésie
1235 km on the road 132 (from La Pocatière) that will put you in full view. The sea, the wind, the mountainous landscapes, you will be filled! You will cross Chaleur Bay, Bonaventure Park, Forillon National Park and the famous Percé Rock. Rimouski, Gaspé, Sainte-Anne-des-Monts-Matane and Rivière-du-Loup are some places you will cross.
Ideal duration: 10 days
8. Eastern Townships
The pretty villages of the Eastern Townships are definitely places to go for beautiful landscapes this summer. The restaurants, inns and vineyards of the region are superb! You can go hiking in the Trails of the Estrie (more than 150 km of pure happiness for the eyes), explore the Park of the Gorge-de-Coaticook, spoil yourself and take a walk to the Spa Eastman, and well more.
Ideal duration: 3 days
7. From Shawi to La Tuque
Route 155 (130 km) will have no secrets for you when you ride along the Mauricie River and cross the most beautiful villages in Quebec. La Mauricie Park is the place to stop for a walk in the forest or canoe.
6. The River Route
Leave Baie-Saint-Paul to go to La Malbaie, or vice versa. You will see some breathtaking landscapes. The road is short (about fifty kilometers), so take the opportunity to make several stops. Admire the majestic landscapes, visit the villages (Les Éboulements, Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive, etc.), discover the little treasures (like the best dairies) and make local purchases.
Ideal duration: 2 days
5. 130 km of pure happiness: discover the Saguenay
If you take Route 381, from La Baie to Baie-Saint-Paul, you will make the most beautiful discoveries. This route is submerged with mountains and beautiful forest landscapes. A must for nature lovers!
Ideal duration: 3 days
4. From Quebec City to Baie-Saint-Paul
For a breathtaking view of the St. Lawrence River, take the 138. Between Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré and Baie-Saint-Paul, you can see the river very closely. Cliffs and villages on the mountainside will make you dream. You can even stop in Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré for hiking and mountain biking.
Ideal duration: 2 days
3. The Magdalen Islands
Located in the heart of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, the Îles de la Madeleine are a must for road trip in Quebec. You will not even feel like you're in Quebec, so the landscapes are incredibly exotic! It's going to change the big city, let's say. You will want to discover each of the islands because they all have their own personality. Hiking, biking, tourism: there's something for everyone.
P.S .: we find the most beautiful beaches in Quebec!
Ideal duration: 7 days
2. Explore Kamouraska
Located between La Pocatière and Rivière-du-Loup, the region of Kamouraska is a real gem. You will skirt the St. Lawrence River, passing through small villages where you can immerse yourself in their history and their culture. As Kamouraska is famous for its retreats and health centers, a little stop at the spa would not hurt you!
Ideal duration: 2 days
1. The James Bay Highway
This 620 km road is one of the most isolated in the province. It starts in Matagami and goes to Radisson in James Bay. If you live on the vegetation, you will not be disappointed! The landscapes are absolutely crazy: taiga, hills, conifers, impressive rivers and more. Make sure you check in on your car, because roadside stops and gas stations are rare in the area! Ideal for the adventurous!
Ideal duration: 6 days
Source: Narcity.com 2018/03/28