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Northern Quebec: Winter Lodge Escape
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Length
7 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Montreal (Quebec)
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Ends in
Montreal (Quebec)
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Available Tour Start Dates
DEC 20, 2026 to MAR 13, 2027
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Style
Fully-Guided
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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Special Interest(s)
Small Group
Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.
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$1,799.10
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Overview
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?
Visited During Tour
Montreal (Quebec) | Saguenay (Quebec)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
Accommodations
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Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Northern Quebec: Winter Lodge Escape tour dates available from G Adventures. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
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Tour Itinerary
G Adventures Tour Code NCMW-10713
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1Montreal
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.
Exclusive Inclusions:
Meet Your CEO and Group
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Accommodations: Best Western Ville Marie -
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2Montreal/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.
- Meals Included:
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the winter scenery from the comfort of your private vehicle between Montreal and Saguenay. There will be a stop along the way in Quebec City area to break up the journey and to have lunch at a nearby local spot.
Sugar Shack Lunch Experience
Visit an authentic Quebec Sugar Shack, known as a "cabane a sucre" in French and enjoy an introduction to the maple syrup production process and an included lunch of traditional dishes to the province. These shacks are often located in maple groves, and while used mainly for maple processing, during the off-season of "sugaring" they are used as gathering places for communities and families to celebrate and enjoy togetherness throughout the cold winter and spring. Traditional meals of hearty dishes like pea soup, maple-smoked ham, baked beans, and of course maple syrup can be found here, along with other seasonal activities.
Orientation of Auberge du Cap au Leste
Set off on a brief orientation tour of the property to get your bearings. Your CEO will explain a bit about the lodge and prepare you for your stay over the next four nights. Afterwards, take some time to get settled in.
Auberge du Cap au Leste Winter Lodge Stay
Carved by glacier forces thousands of years ago, the Saguenay fjord is located in the stunning Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region of Quebec. This location is a true gem for outdoor enthusiasts looking to encounter breathtaking scenery. Stretching over 100 km, surrounded by steep cliffs, the fjord is so deep, it attracts whales at its mouth to the river. Located right next to the cozy Auberge du Cap au Leste, this unique microclimate of abundant snow offers a variety of winter activities that create an unforgettable experience. From snowshoeing to backcountry skiing, your stay at this property allows you to enter the peace and quiet of a Canadian winter wonderland in a serene setting.
Accommodations: Auberge Cap au Leste -
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3Saguenay
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.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Snowshoeing Fjord Lighthouse Hike
Experience incredible panoramas from the highest cliffs 200 metres above the Saguenay Fjord on a snowshoeing hike to the fjord's lighthouse. Start the hike right near the lodge and wander along the snow-covered trails of Cap au Leste. You'll be walking through Quebec's boreal forest that stretches for miles through unspoiled wilderness, offering many viewpoints along the way. Once at the lighthouse the group will enjoy some hot chocolate to warm those hands before the hike back to the lodge. The hike and stop at the lighthouse will be about 3hrs round trip.
Winter Survival Skills & Ice Fishing Demonstration
Guided by your CEO the group will spend the afternoon learning about forest survival at the nearby frozen lake. Enjoy an ice fishing demonstration, and learn about the different techniques and ways of mastering this winter activity. Then, enjoy an introduction to some handy survival skills like how to build a camp fire on the snow, and how to build a Quinzhee, cousin of the Igloo and typical outdoor shelter made of large piles of loosely shaped snow in southern Quebec. Return to the lodge feeling more confident in your ability to attempt some essential forest survival tactics should you ever need them.
Free Time
Take advantage of a few free hours to relax back at the lodge's property. The sun will have set and warm firelight will be creating a cozy atmosphere inside.
Winter Campfire & S'mores
Bundle up and gather around the campfire outside where the group will toast S'mores in the flames, tell stories, and enjoy the crackling wood radiating warmth around the circle. *Please note, this activity could be done before dinner depending on timing.
Auberge du Cap au Leste Winter Lodge Stay
Carved by glacier forces thousands of years ago, the Saguenay fjord is located in the stunning Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region of Quebec. This location is a true gem for outdoor enthusiasts looking to encounter breathtaking scenery. Stretching over 100 km, surrounded by steep cliffs, the fjord is so deep, it attracts whales at its mouth to the river. Located right next to the cozy Auberge du Cap au Leste, this unique microclimate of abundant snow offers a variety of winter activities that create an unforgettable experience. From snowshoeing to backcountry skiing, your stay at this property allows you to enter the peace and quiet of a Canadian winter wonderland in a serene setting.
Accommodations: Auberge Cap au Leste -
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4Saguenay
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.
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.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Free Time
Take advantage of a few hours of free time to relax in the lodge's cozy winter setting.
Nighttime Snowshoe & Star Gazing
Venture back outside beneath the darkened sky for a night snowshoe stroll along a path lined with torches to light the way. The group will enjoy time to star gaze in the inky black night, and if clear with hardly any moon, the stars will be brighter than many are used to being away from the light pollution of nearby cities.
Afternoon of Canadian Winter Activities
Your CEO will take the lead this afternoon and help guide the group through two typical Canadian winter activities. The first will be a hockey game. Split into two teams and with hockey stick and ball, challenge eachother to a group game on the hard snow. Boots will be worn instead of skates. Afterwards, grab a tube and fly down the hill as you remember how much fun playing in the snow can be.
Snowshoeing Along Saguenay Fjord Trails
Meet the group outside after breakfast and get ready to spend time snowshoeing amid new trails along the Saguenay fjord. This will be an interpretive CEO-led hike in which you will learn more about the surrounding environment and the various flora/fauna of the fjord.
Auberge du Cap au Leste Winter Lodge Stay
Carved by glacier forces thousands of years ago, the Saguenay fjord is located in the stunning Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region of Quebec. This location is a true gem for outdoor enthusiasts looking to encounter breathtaking scenery. Stretching over 100 km, surrounded by steep cliffs, the fjord is so deep, it attracts whales at its mouth to the river. Located right next to the cozy Auberge du Cap au Leste, this unique microclimate of abundant snow offers a variety of winter activities that create an unforgettable experience. From snowshoeing to backcountry skiing, your stay at this property allows you to enter the peace and quiet of a Canadian winter wonderland in a serene setting.
Accommodations: Auberge Cap au Leste -
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5Saguenay
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.
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.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the comfort of your private vehicle during your roundtrip transportation between the lodge and the dog sledding facility. The transfer will take a total of 30 minutes; 15 minutes each way.
Dog Sledding Excursion
Connect on a deeper level with nature today as you admire the area's wild beauty, smell the fragrance of the evergreens, and listen to the joyful barking of the dogs as they work hard to pull your sled through the snowy forest. You will experience firsthand the mode of transportation invented by Native Americans during the 19th century and still available recreationally in Quebec. Start by meeting the dogs and mushers before receiving instructions on how to be a passenger and how to drive the sled. Then, depart for about two hours along the trails as the dogs pull your sled through the wintry weather and you enjoy the rush of the fresh air in this magical and dazzling white landscape.
Free Time
This afternoon back at the lodge, split into small groups and enjoy time to experience the rejuvenating benefits of the sauna and relax in the heated pool with incredible views of the snowy landscape and Saguenay fjord.
Accommodations: Auberge Cap au Leste -
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6Saguenay/Quebec
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.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the comfort of your private vehicle back to Quebec City from Saguenay.
Free Time
Enjoy time to explore on your own in Quebec City. From Christmas Markets in December, to Ice Castles in January, and the winter carnival in February, there will be no shortage of events taking place around the city that you can be part of during your free afternoon here.
Accommodations: Les Lofts Charest -
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7Quebec/Montreal
Travel back to Montreal in the morning, where your tour ends upon arrival to the airport. Please do not book onward travel prior to 2pm.
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.
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Departure Day
Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
Accommodations
Select a destination below to to view the hotel(s) included by G Adventures in their Northern Quebec: Winter Lodge Escape tour:
Quebec
Best Western Ville Marie
Location
3407 Peel St, Montreal
Quebec, Canada-H3A 1W7
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Auberge Cap au Leste
Location
551 Chem. du Cap à l'Est, Sainte-Rose-du-Nord
Quebec, Canada-G0V 1T0
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Les Lofts Charest
Location
363 Boulevard Charest E, Québec
Quebec, Canada-G1K 3H3
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
More Details
G Adventures is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Northern Quebec: Winter Lodge Escape tour:
Group Size
Max 18, avg. 14
What's Included
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group. 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.
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
What are the mandatory travel insurance requirements for this trip?
Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency evacuation and repatriation. A minimum coverage of USD200,000 is required. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. Some tours include adventure activities that require extra coverage (e.g. crampon use); please review your itinerary and make sure that you are covered for all included activities. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
Accommodation Summary
hotel (2 nts), lodge (4 nts).
Meals Included
4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
What are the meals like on this trip?
All meals are included at your winter lodge stay. When a meal is not included, this is because there are often many options available and we believe you should have the opportunity to explore a bit and taste the local cuisine yourself. In these cases, your CEO will be able to suggest some good local restaurants or options for you to choose from.
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
What is the role of the group leader during this trip?
This G Adventures group trip is accompanied by one of our group leaders, otherwise known as a Chief Experience Officer (CEO). The CEO will be the group manager, leader and driver - this person is experienced in the routes travelled and will organize and lead the meal preparations and has experience in cooking a variety of local and international dishes for large groups.As the group coordinator and manager, the aim of the CEO is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. While not being guides in the traditional sense, you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. They will also offer suggestions for things to do and to see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting - we think it's the best of both worlds.
Transportation
private vehicle, snowshoeing, dog sledding
Minimum Age
You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.
Checklist
Clothing:o Comfortable sleepwear (that layers for temperature fluctuations)o Fleece jacket or warm layero Fleece pants ($10 USD)o Hiking boots/sturdy walking shoeso Long-sleeved shirtso Thermal base layero Warm gloveso Warm hatCold Weather:o Long-sleeved shirts or sweatero Scarfo Warm gloveso Warm hato Warm layerso Warm waterproof jacketDocuments:o Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)o Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)o Passport (required) (With photocopies)o Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)o Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)Essentials:o Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)o Binoculars (optional)o Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)o Cash, credit and debit cardso Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)o Ear plugso 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)o Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)o Fleece top/sweatero Footwearo Hato Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)o Locks for bagso Long pants/jeanso Moneybelto Outlet adaptero Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)o Reusable water bottleo Shirts/t-shirtso Sleepwearo Small travel towelo Sunglasseso Swimwearo Watch and alarm clocko Waterproof backpack covero Windproof rain jacketHealth & Safety:o Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)o Hand sanitizero Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)Winter Weather:o Warm winter coato Waterproof gloveso Waterproof pantso Winter boots/shoes
What are the packing guidelines and luggage restrictions?
It is important to pack clothes for a winter climate. For days in the outdoors, we recommend warm winter clothing.
Service Level
Standard: Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
What are the tipping guidelines for this trip?
It is customary in North America to tip service providers such as waiters, bartenders and taxi drivers, at approximately 18-20%, depending on the service. Tipping is an expected - though not compulsory - component of your tour program and an expression of satisfaction with the persons who have assisted you on your tour. Although it may not be customary to you, it is of considerable significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels. There are times during the trip where there is opportunity to tip any local guides used. Recommendations for tipping local guides would range from $2-8 USD per activity depending on the quality and length of the service; ask your CEO for specific recommendations based on the circumstances and culture.Also at the end of each trip if you felt your G Adventures Chief Experience Officer did an outstanding job, tipping is appreciated. The amount is entirely a personal preference; however as a guideline $10-15 USD per person, per day can be used as a guide. If your CEO(s) exceeded your expectations, feel free to tip more.
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