Summer Road Trip: From Quebec City to Gaspésie
Circuit overview
From Quebec City to Gaspésie, via Bas-Saint-Laurent: 646 km (7 hours)
-
Regions visited: Quebec City Area, Bas-Saint-Laurent and Gaspésie
Spending your summer vacation in Quebec means enjoying a wide range of distinct regions and landscapes. It means moving from the hustle and bustle of the city to the tranquility of the forests and mountains in just a few hours. And that's just what the Ôrigine network is offering with this versatile tour of Quebec City, Lower St. Lawrence and Gaspésie.
Start your journey in Quebec City
The modern and easily accessible Hôtel Sépia is just off Highway 73 and only 9.6 km from the historic sites of Old Quebec. With culture and romance at its heart, why not take advantage of the hotel's free shuttle service to lose yourself in the charming streets of Old Quebec?
Looking for new experiences? Hôtel Sépia also offers packages with access to Strøm spa nordique Québec, or the Aquarium du Québec.
Which package will you choose?
Continue your adventure in Bas-Saint-Laurent
Follow Highway 73 S, then Highway 20 E to Rivière-du-Loup, in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region, to reach Hôtel Levesque. Renowned for its unique maritime environment and stunning sunsets, the Bas-Saint-Laurent promises magical experiences. Don't miss a visit to Société Duvetnor Ltée, where you can discover the islands of the Bas-Saint-Laurent with guided excursions at sea and on foot.
After such wonderful experiences, treat yourself to a moment of pure relaxation at Hôtel Levesque's L'Estuaire Health Center and Nordic Spa. Choose from massage therapy, hydrotherapy, balneotherapy, luminotherapy or relaxation in the spa.
End your trip in Gaspésie
Why choose between the sea and the mountains when you can have both in Gaspésie? Start your exploration in the Haute-Gaspésie region by heading straight to Hôtel & cie in the heart of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts. Reflecting today's vibrant and innovative region, the modern décor of its rooms combines comfort and functionality for an unforgettable stay.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy a host of adventures nearby, including hiking in Parc National de la Gaspésie, tandem hand gliding disovery flights with Vue du Ciel, kayaking and paddleboarding with Valmont and much more!
Head on to Carleton-sur-Mer, to the Manoir Belle Plage to discover a real gallery hotel overlooking Baie-des-Chaleurs on one side and Mont Saint-Joseph on the other.
Once you've settled in, make a gourmet stop at Brûlerie du quai and head back up towards the village to discover Le Naufrageur microbrewery. Then, drive 5 minutes to Mont Saint-Joseph to discover its oratory, belvedere, walking and mountain bike trails.
Finally, don't miss the on-site restaurant: Bistro Cerf-Cuit-Court. Here, you can savour the 100% Gaspesian gourmet cuisine of chef Philippe Allaire, who has chosen to use local products only. His tasty menu is based on fresh arrivals from 30 producers in the Baie-des-Chaleurs region!
Take this route and meet passionate independent hoteliers! Enjoy your trip!
