In the wondrous Charlevoix region, hike near the mighty St. Lawrence River where the plains meet the mountains • Wind through a tranquil landscape of coastal marshes and grasslands and into the surrounding foothills for stunning views of the expansive river below • From the beautifully preserved hamlet of St-Joseph-de-la-Rive, ferry to Isle-aux-Coudres for an idyllic bike ride past stone cottages, historic churches and picturesque farmland • Stop at Les Moulins, whose early 19th-century stone windmill and watermill still churn out wheat and buckwheat flours • Hike up mixed pine forest woodlands, catching glimpses of bucolic Baie-St-Paul • Kayak down the meandering Gouffre River, reaching Baie-St-Paul • Indulge in a spa treatment at our unique hotel • Enjoy meals featuring fresh ingredients from nearby farms and dine at charming restaurants to savor the famous Charlevoix gastronomy.

On your bike, embark on a peaceful ride on one of Quebec's oldest routes, Avenue Royale, past old colonial houses and the magnificent Basilique de Saint-Anne • Enjoy a picnic lunch at a local winery • Take in the impressive site of the 270-foot Montmorency Falls before riding to enchanting Quebec City • Explore the bike paths and rural roads of the lesser-known south shore of the St. Lawrence • Take in views of the skyline as you return to Quebec City via ferry • Bike to the Plains of Abraham, site of a famous 1759 battle • Meander through old Quebec City on a historical walking tour—a perfect way to end our adventure.