Northern Quebec: Winter Lodge Escape
- Trip code: 441X022
- Dauer: 7
- Stil: Classic
Winter in Quebec’s boreal forests and along the dramatic cliffs of the Saguenay Fjord might not be on your radar — but this seven-day adventure will have you falling hard for Canada’s most underrated season. After a quick stop in Montreal, head into a snowy wilderness where you’ll stay in a cozy chalet lodge, snowshoe to a panoramic lighthouse, and learn how maple syrup goes from tree to table at a classic sugar shack. Try your hand at ice fishing, dog sledding, winter survival skills, and snow tubing — then wind down with stargazing and marshmallows by the fire. Who says summer gets all the fun?
Übersicht
Accommodation
Hotel (2 nts), Lodge (4 nts)
Checklist
Clothing:
• Comfortable sleepwear (that layers for temperature fluctuations)
• Fleece jacket or warm layer
• Fleece pants
• Hiking boots/sturdy walking shoes
• Long-sleeved shirts
• Thermal base layer
• Warm gloves
• Warm hat
Cold Weather:
• Long-sleeved shirts or sweater
• Scarf
• Warm gloves
• Warm hat
• Warm layers
• Warm waterproof jacket
Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)
Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket
Health & Safety:
• Hand sanitizer (required)
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)
Winter Weather:
• Warm winter coat
• Waterproof gloves
• Waterproof pants
• Winter boots/shoes
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout
Group Size Notes
Max 18, avg. 14
Highlights
Embrace the magic of Canada’s winter wonderland, Snowshoe along the stunning Saguenay Fjord with sweeping views, Try your hand at mushing on a dog sled ride through snowy forest trails, Stay cozy in a chalet tucked atop the Saguenay cliffs, Stargaze beneath the clear dark winter sky, Learn winter survival basics with an ice fishing demo on a frozen lake
Introduction
Winter in Quebec’s boreal forests and along the dramatic cliffs of the Saguenay Fjord might not be on your radar — but this seven-day adventure will have you falling hard for Canada’s most underrated season. After a quick stop in Montreal, head into a snowy wilderness where you’ll stay in a cozy chalet lodge, snowshoe to a panoramic lighthouse, and learn how maple syrup goes from tree to table at a classic sugar shack. Try your hand at ice fishing, dog sledding, winter survival skills, and snow tubing — then wind down with stargazing and marshmallows by the fire. Who says summer gets all the fun?
Meals Included
4 Frühstück, 4 Mittagessen, 4 Abendessen
Meal Budget
Plane USD145-190 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein
Optional Activities
Keine optionale Aktivitäten
Start / Finish
von Montreal
Transport
Private Vehicle, Snowshoeing, Dog Sledding
What's Included
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen. Sugar Shack Lunch Experience. Orientation of Auberge du Cap au Leste. Snowshoeing Fjord Lighthouse Hike. Winter Survival Skills & Ice Fishing Demonstration. Winter Campfire & S'mores. Snowshoeing Along Saguenay fjord Trails. Afternoon of Canadian Winter Activities. Nighttime Snowshoe & Star Gazing. Dog Sledding Excursion. Free time at the lodge & Quebec City. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Minimum Age
Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre
Itinerary
Day 1 Montreal
Arrive at any time to Montreal — Quebec’s economic and cultural capital. Attend a welcome meeting in the evening and afterwards choose to have an optional dinner together as a group
Day 2 Montreal/Saguenay
Enjoy breakfast on your own this morning in Montreal before beginning the transfer to your lodge accommodations northeast of the city in Saguenay. Travel along the Saint Lawrence River towards the charming Quebec City area, the only fortified city in North America. Have lunch at a nearby local favourite spot for a sweet taste of traditional meals in this province, and where you will learn more about maple sap processing for syrup. Arrive to the lodge in the early evening. Set off on a short orientation tour of the property before an included, cozy group dinner amid wintry surroundings
Day 3 Saguenay
Have breakfast at the lodge before spending a lovely winter day outside in the fresh, cold air. Start with a guided CEO-led hike with snowshoes on a nearby trail down to the lighthouse where you’ll be met with magnificent views along the Saguenay fjord. Sip on some hot chocolate to help you warm up a bit while enjoying the scenery before hiking back up to the lodge. After lunch, the group will be invited to learn about forest survival at the nearby lake and be guided in an ice fishing demonstration by your CEO. Afterwards, enjoy free time back at the lodge to relax before a delicious dinner and a camp fire featuring S’mores and storytelling
Day 4 Saguenay
Immerse yourself in winter activities today and start the morning with another guided snowshoeing hike along new trails by the fjord. As you walk, your CEO will teach the group about the region’s ecosystems, including the different flora and fauna of the Saguenay fjord. Return to the lodge for lunch and to warm up a bit before spending the afternoon partaking in two typical Canadian winter activities; hockey and sliding. The group will split into two and play against each other with sticks on the hard snow without skates. Later, hop on a tube and slide down the nearby hills for some forgotten fun in the snow. Tonight, after dinner the group will head back out to snowshoe along the trails by torch light and enjoy some stargazing, which if clear, will be stunning with the lack of nearby light pollution
Day 5 Saguenay
This morning get ready for an unforgettable winter pastime in Quebec; dogsledding! After breakfast there will be a short transfer to the kennel where you’ll hear the dogs barking in excitement for their outing with you. A local musher will give a brief lesson on dogsled driving before you hop on your sled and out into the snowy wilderness you go. Enjoy the experience as both a passenger and driver of the sled, and witness how strong these amazing animals really are. Return to the lodge in the afternoon and take advantage of time to sweat it out in the sauna and dip in the heated pool, complete with impressive views of the fjord. Enjoy a final evening at the lodge with your group and swap stories over dinner
Day 6 Saguenay/Québec
Bid farewell to your winter excursion in the Saguenay region as you leave the lodge after breakfast. Travel back to beautiful Quebec City and have lunch on your own with many local spots to choose from. The remainder of the afternoon is free for you to explore the old town of this UNESCO World Heritage site as you wish. Tonight, choose to attend an optional group farewell dinner
Day 7 Québec/Montreal
Travel back to Montreal in the morning, where your tour ends upon arrival to the city. Please do not book onward travel prior to 2pm
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Montreal
Day 2 Montreal/Saguenay
Day 3 Saguenay
Day 4 Saguenay
Please note should you be booked on one of the holiday departures over Christmas or New Year's, tonight will involve a special dinner and evening celebratory experience
Day 5 Saguenay
Please be aware that from mid-January to early March, your CEO can lead an excursion during this afternoon to the village of Ste-Rose-du-Nord for a visit to the ice fishing village located on the fjord.
Day 6 Saguenay/Québec
Day 7 Québec/Montreal
Should you want to spend more time in Quebec City, post-nights are available to add on. You will need to arrange your own transportation to the airport
