Quebec by Bike Path: Le P'tit Train du Nord Bike Tour
7 Day Canada Inn Tour
Tour Information
Get swept away by Quebec’s cycling gem, Le P’tit Train du Nord. Once a Canadian Pacific rail line, this scenic route has been transformed into a haven for cyclists, as it winds through alpine lakes, lush forests, and charming mountain towns. Think pines and patisseries! Pedal through the heart of French Canada and stay in lakeside auberges, visit bakeries that smell like heaven, and enjoy a car-free path where every mile feels like a breath of fresh air. Vive le vélo!
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Leisurely
Moderate
Mostly paved with some packed gravel on a rail trail with gentle grades. Moderate cycling level. Leisurely with an e-bike.
6 nights lodging, 6 breakfasts, 4 dinners, daily snacks, luggage transfer, SAG support, digital cue sheets and GPS files, mechanical support, and trained guides.
$195 for Cannondale Quick 3 hybrid or Cannondale Topstone 2 adventure road bike. $350 for Gazelle T10 Ultimate low-step e-bike.
Quick
Topstone
Gazelle
Accommodations are subject to minor changes.
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Drive or fly in and out of Burlington, VT, or fly into Burlington, VT, and home out of Montréal, QC.
How do I sign up?
You can Register / Sign-up for a Tour online. . You'll need a Visa, MasterCard, or Discover card or a check for the deposit. If you sign up within 30 days of the start of the tour, we require payment in full. Then, we’ll send you a tour confirmation packet with many more details about your trip, including travel arrangements, a packing list, and an optional training schedule. Most of our tours fill completely and have waiting lists, so don’t wait too long before deciding to join us!
How do I know if a particular tour is suitable for my riding ability?
We will be happy to discuss what tour would best suit your skill level. However, because our groups are small, we are able to offer van support to shorten the miles or flatten the hills on any tour.
What if I have to cancel a tour outside of the USA?
We understand that personal circumstances sometimes force women to cancel their travel plans. Therefore, we have tried to be as generous as possible with the following international tour cancellation policy:
- 120+ days before tour departure: forfeit $150 of your deposit.
- 75 - 119 days before tour departure: forfeit 25% of the complete tour price.
- 50 - 74 days before tour departure: forfeit 65% of the complete tour price.
- 30 - 49 days before tour departure: forfeit 85% of the complete tour price.
- 0 - 29 days before tour departure: forfeit 100% of the complete tour price.
- No refunds are possible after the tour begins.
Quebec Bike Tour Itinerary
DAY 1: We’ll meet at our Burlington, Vermont hotel in the afternoon for a bike fitting at 2:00 pm, We’ll give our bikes a test ride around town and then have an orientation and welcome dinner at 5:30 pm. If you arrive early, stroll down to Lake Champlain or grab a maple latte in the city’s artsy downtown. 5 miles.
DAY 2: Welcome to Canada! After crossing the Canadian border into Quebec’s Laurentian Mountains, we’ll arrive in Mont-Laurier in the afternoon. If you’d like to stretch your legs, you can cycle a section of Le P’tit Train du Nord. This is the most remote and peaceful section of the trail, just trees, lakes, and birdsong. 15 miles ±350’.
DAY 3: Today, we begin our point-to-point journey south. You’ll ride a mostly paved section of trail through lush forests and alongside glistening lakes. We’ll stop for a trail-side lunch before arriving at our welcoming auberge on the trail. Take a dip in the nearby lake before our dinner together, or relax under the pines. 34 miles +1246’/-1282’.
DAY 4: Today’s ride begins on smooth pavement before shifting to packed gravel as we pass through quiet forests and small Quebec villages. Enjoy lunch at the charming, restored train station café in Labelle, always a favorite stop. The trail then follows streams and meadows into Old Mont-Tremblant, where we’ll stay at a lakeside hotel for the next two nights. 37 miles ±1258’.
DAY 5: We’ll use the day to explore the beautiful Parc National du Mont-Tremblant in the heart of the Laurentian Mountains. Established in 1985, the national park has more than 400 lakes and streams, 40 species of mammals, and 50 miles of hiking trails. Join us for a hike.
If you’d prefer to go out on your own, you can rent a kayak, take a thrilling ride on a zip line, visit the stylish ski village of Tremblant, ride the gondola, or simply indulge in croissants and crêpes! 3 hours hiking.
DAY 6: After breakfast, we’ll be back on our bikes to continue south. Le P’tit Train du Nord is a wide, paved trail through this section that winds through forested hills. A gentle morning climb gives way to a smooth, rewarding descent into Val-David, a vibrant little village known for its art galleries, French bakeries, and one of the best microbreweries in Quebec. Dinner tonight will be at one of our favorite local spots. 27 miles +1330’/-850’.
DAY 7: Our final ride is a glorious downhill run through pine-scented woods and alongside sparkling rivers. The trail gradually flattens as we roll into St. Jérôme, where the iconic stone arch marks the ceremonial end of the P’tit Train du Nord. We’ll celebrate our journey with a cheerful farewell lunch before our shuttle returns us to Burlington. We’ll stop at the Montreal airport by 2:00 pm, the Burlington airport by 4:00 pm, and then our starting hotel by 4:30 pm. 26 miles. +1477’/-2341’