After flying over the white expanses stretching out from the Atlantic, your plane begins its descent towards Montreal.

Welcome at the airport, transfer to the hotel and finder the day free to discover the economic and cultural capital of Quebec.

Today you will follow the course of the St. Lawrence to Quebec City, the political capital of the province and the only fortified city in North America.

A few kilometres away, a Huron-Wendat site will plunge you into the history of Canada's Aboriginal communities.
Amerindian lunch and visit to the site. Then drive north-east to reach the Saguenay region.

Settle in for 5 nights at the Cap au Leste outfitter, which offers a breathtaking view of the fjord.

The little village of Sainte-Rose-du-Nord, with its lilting name, is a gateway to the fjord just a few kilometres from Cap au Leste.

Today you'll be exploring the surrounding area on your snowmobile, a traditional mode of transport in our northern regions (approx. 70 km).
Lunch in the village of Ste-Rose-du-Nord will be the occasion for another exciting encounter.
On the return journey, the views of the fjord become even more impressive as you make your way back to the outfitter.
For those who wish, the evening will be an opportunity to take an evening dogsled ride (approx. 1h30 - optional).

From the top of the cliffs to the lighthouse on the shore of the fjord, this morning's snowshoe walk offers unforgettable views.
After lunch at the outfitter, the afternoon will be devoted to activities for young and old: discover the national sport, ice hockey... without skates and on snow!
Take your place on an inner tube and hurtle down the slopes.

Campfire evening under the stars. For those who wish, trace a line of light in the darkness of the Saguenéenne night by taking part in a flambeaux walk.

This morning, immerse yourself in the Quebec winter by taking part in an unforgettable traditional activity: a dogsled ride.
As you approach the kennels, the dogs, overexcited by the prospect of an outing, start to raise their voices.

After some driving and safety tips from the musher, you set off on the mountain trails of this wild region.

This afternoon, take advantage of the sauna, bask in the warm waters of the pool and take in miles of fjord views all at once.
And for the more adventurous, experience the headlights of your snowmobiles illuminating the trails on a night-time excursion (optional - 2 hrs).

A new snowshoe walk this morning, guided by a nature interpretation specialist, takes you through landscapes that are as different as ever, bearing witness to the diversity of the region's ecosystems.

After lunch, we'll be waiting for you near Lake Louise, in a prospector's tent modelled on those used by the pioneers, for an afternoon on the theme of winter survival in the forest.
We'll show you how to fish under the ice, build a fire on the snow and create a shelter like a "quinze", the typical igloo of southern Quebec. The final evening will be festive, with the colours and flavours of maple in the traditional sugar shack. Hosted by your guides, the atmosphere will be signature Pur Québec!

Your stay in the Saguenay community, a world apart in the heart of winter, comes to an end today. But there are still some great things to discover in Quebec City, to which your bus will take you back this morning.
Lunch and the rest of the day are free to explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Optional guided walking tour of Quebec City.

Check-in at the Hôtel-Musée des Premières Nations in Wendake.

End of your journey up the St. Lawrence to Montreal.
Depending on your flight schedule, you can take advantage of the few hours you have left to visit the city's historic quarter and old port, or shop for souvenirs on Rue Sainte Catherine, the busiest shopping street. Return flight Montreal Paris