FAMILIARIZATION TOURS
Located in the middle of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, the Îles de la Madeleine archipelago is a dream destination offering seascapes made up of golden beaches, red cliffs and colourful houses, not to mention a rich maritime heritage and warm hospitality! Come and discover the Islands’ artisans, tasty cuisine and many natural treasures. Back on the mainland, a short stay in the Kamouraska area will give you a taste of Bas-Saint-Laurent as you enjoy several foodie stops. Don’t miss this exciting and mouth-watering tour that also offers a complete change of scenery!
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Taking you into both Bas-Saint-Laurent and Gaspésie, this tour will give you the opportunity to discover the area around Rimouski from the coast to inland. It includes a stop at the Pointe-au-Père Maritime Historic Site, which retraces the story of the sinking of the Empress of Ireland. You will also go on a short hike at the Hell’s Gate Canyon to cross the highest suspension footbridge in the province of Québec. A visit to the Reford Gardens will transport you to an enchanting world where horticulture, nature and culture come together in perfect harmony. Finally, you will stop at Parc national du Bic to discover the many activities available in the park as well as admire some of the region’s most remarkable landscapes, where the St. Lawrence is constantly shaped by the tides between mountains and islands.
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IMPORTANT
• Deadline to register: September 12 (if places available)
• The tours will be held in English only.
• Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing depending on the weather since it can be variable at this time of the year.
• MAKE your reservation at the hotel for arrival and departure, without considering the FAM Tour.
• DO NOT RESERVE your transportation until you receive a confirmation by email of your participation in the FAM Tour.
• Your hotel reservation will be modified by BQ in case you are accepted to the FAM Tour.
Eligibility conditions for tours offered by Bonjour Québec
• The participant must be registered at Bienvenue Québec as a buyer with appointments.
• Companies with two participants – You can participate as long as you participate in TWO DIFFERENT FAM tours.
• Registration for familiarization tours is subject to approval by Bonjour Québec in collaboration with the regions concerned.
• A maximum of 8 participants for FAM tour #1 and 10 participants for FAM tour #2.