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On rural and historic roads, forest paths, even mountain trails, be among those who will dive into the adventure of the Compostela in Canada towards Notre-Dame de Québec. This circuit is a tribute to the 350th anniversary of the Diocese of Quebec.
DAY 1 | SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2024 | MONTREAL – LA MALBAIE
Departure from Montreal airport. Stopover in Trois-Rivières and Quebec City, then continue through Les Éboulements and Ste Irénée. If time permits, stop at Ste Irénée to dip your feet in the river or enjoy an ice cream. Free visit (ferry dock, beach, shops, lookout, and photos). Dinner and overnight at La Secousse inn (CITQ: 261940) or similar.
DAY 2 | SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 | LA MALBAIE – MONASTERY OF THE LITTLE BROTHERS OF THE CROSS
Breakfast at the inn. Early departure from La Malbaie to the Monastery of the Little Brothers of the Cross (possible mass at 11 am). Start your first day of walking along the Kapoah paths, with a climb of 1,562 feet over 21km. Lunch is free and not included (stop the previous day near a shop to buy supplies) but will be taken at Clermont on the site of Montagne de la Croix. This will also be the starting point for the easier B route. Panoramic views of Clermont, Malbaie Valley, Charlevoisien hinterland, and, on clear days, the St. Lawrence River and the south shore. Free afternoon. Evening and dinner at the monastery. Overnight at the Monastery of the Little Brothers of the Cross or similar.
DAY 3 | MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 | MONASTERY OF THE LITTLE BROTHERS OF THE CROSS – SAINT-HILARION
Wake up and breakfast at the monastery, then set off with the minibus. Depart for your second day of walking to Saint-Hilarion via Baie Saint-Paul church. Free and not included lunch. A minibus option is available for those who prefer to walk less. Free time to visit Baie St-Paul art galleries. Dinner at a restaurant. Overnight at La Grande Maison inn or similar.
DAY 4 | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 | SAINT-HILARION – CAP TOURMENTE
Wake up and breakfast at the inn, then set off with the minibus. Start walking from Pointe-d’Aulnes. Free time to relax on the beach and swim if the weather is good. Start walking towards La Petite Rivière St-François (8 km). Visit Le Massif and have lunch at altitude if possible (free and not included lunch). Continue walking to Cap Tourmente in the afternoon to explore the Cap peninsula (5 km). Dinner at a restaurant. Overnight at Complexe des Neiges or similar.
DAY 5 | WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 | CAP TOURMENTE – ST-ANNE DE BEAUPRÉ
Breakfast at the restaurant. From Petit Cap, continue along Cap Tourmente Road to the entrance of St-Joachim village, straight to Sainte-Anne de Beaupré Basilica, the highlight of the trip. Free and not included lunch en route. Free afternoon to visit the basilica or surroundings. 12km walk. Dinner at a restaurant and overnight at Fleuve et Montagne inn (CITQ: 068132) or similar.
DAY 6 | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 | ST-ANNE DE BEAUPRÉ – MOULIN DU PETIT-PRÉ
Breakfast at the restaurant or en route at a café. Depart from the basilica and follow Rue Royale to Moulin du Petit-Pré. Avenue Royale is one of Quebec’s most picturesque roads. Named Chemin du Roy at its inception, it linked Côte de Beaupré to Quebec City. Every building has its unique style. The houses, farms, schools, and mill reveal the spirit of the 17th and 18th centuries. This territory once belonged to the Beaupré seigneury, which granted or sold these agricultural lands to families to populate the coast, sometimes to ensure their survival. Free and not included lunch en route. Once at Moulin du Petit-Pré, the minibus will take you to your next inn. Free time. Dinner at a restaurant and overnight at Fleuve et Montagne inn (CITQ: 068132). 17km walk.
DAY 7 | FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2024 | CHATEAU RICHER – NOTRE DAME DE QUÉBEC
Breakfast at the restaurant. The final day of walking: continue west along Avenue Royale, with 7km to go before reaching the Montmorency River bridge. Stop and visit Montmorency Falls Park. Free and not included lunch en route. After crossing, walk another 7km into Quebec City. After the Quebec port and train station, you will reach the cathedral via Petit Champlain Street stairs or the funicular (optional and not included). Walk to Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral, the climax of your pilgrimage. Experience the Holy Door, illustrating the passage from what must be left behind to what you want to walk towards. Those who wish can also undertake a spiritual journey to prepare for crossing this Holy Door, the 7th in the world and unique in the Americas. It is open only during Holy Years and will be open throughout 2024 to celebrate the exceptional 350th anniversary of the Diocese of Quebec. Free time afterward to enjoy Quebec City. 14km walk. Check into your hotel for the last night. Dinner at a restaurant. Overnight at Hotel Ambassadeur (CITQ: 029816) or similar.
DAY 8 | SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 | QUÉBEC – MONTREAL
Breakfast at the hotel. Free early morning. Departure at 10:30 am by minibus to Montreal. Drop off the first passengers at Sainte Foy, then Trois-Rivières, and finally arrive in Montreal in the late afternoon. Free and not included lunch. ** Itinerary subject to change – Exclusive tour, all rights reserved **