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Blueberry Lake Winter Holiday (8 Days / 7 Nights) Departs: Daily from Montreal   Winter is about more than just skiing. Blueberry Lake Resort comprises 300 private acres with numerous winter activities on offer. Guests can choose from on-site ice-skating on a floodlit rink or on the “figure-of-eight” on Blueberry Lake itself. They can explore the resort’s 15 km of well-maintained woodland trails on cross-country skis or snow-shoes. Winter activity packages at Blueberry Lake include such traditional Canadian pursuits as dog-sledding excursions, horse sleigh or horse back rides through the snowy forests and fields, guided ice fishing and snowshoeing expeditions. Adrenalin junkies can get their fix with guided snow-mobile tours, ATV tours or a helicopter ride over the frozen wilderness. For the less adventurous there is the magnificent lakeside spa, offering massages, aesthetic treatments, a traditional cedar sauna, a steam room and an exquisite relaxation pool with stunning views out over the lake. Resort amenities include: Lac aux Bleuets Restaurant and Bar, indoor-outdoor spa, fully equipped gym, massage treatment rooms and an outdoor pool. Free activities include: Tennis, hiking, biking, swimming, canoeing and kayaking and cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, access to 10 km of snow trails, ice-skating on private rink or lake. Day 1 Arrive Montreal Transfer to Blueberry Lake Resort. Day 2 Half Day Snowmobiling Adventure Introduction to snowmobiling and exhilarating guided tour through Laurentian Mountain trails. Day 3 Free Day Guests can take free shuttle to Mont Tremblant for skiing, take advantage of free on site activities or spend the day relaxing in the spa. Day 4 Half Day Dog-Sledding Adventure Before hitting the trails, guests help harness the huskies, get to know their team of dogs and receive basic instructions on how to drive the team and handle the sled. Day 5 Half Day Ice-Fishing or tubing, Half Day Guided Snow Shoeing In the morning choose between ice-fishing or tubing. Learn the basic techniques of icefishing and try your luck on a frozen Laurentian lake or opt for a little more action and whistle down the tracks on an inflatable inner tube. In the afternoon, explore Blueberry Lake’s forested trails on a guided snowshoeing tour. Day 6 Free Day Guests can take free shuttle to Mont Tremblant for skiing, take advantage of free on site activities or spend the day relaxing in the spa. Day 7 Cross-Country Skiing Introduction to cross-country skiing technique and guided tour through Blueberry Lake’s 25 km of forested trails. Day 8 Depart Blueberry Lake Resort Transfer to Montreal. Package Includes: Not Included: Notes: Special Cancellation Policy * Prices are per person and include all taxes.
Departs: Daily from Montreal   Le Baluchon invites you to discover a place where comfort, health and gourmet pleasures combine to make an unforgettable experience in harmony with nature. Become enchanted by the natural beauty of the nearby islands, breath-taking bluffs, inviting forests and peaceful plains. Day 1 Montreal To Saint Paulin A private transfer will pick you up from downtown Montreal or the airport and take you on a 2-hour leisurely drive to the Auberge le Baluchon in Saint Paulin. Discover a sense of Quebec history as you encounter an old style windmill, chapel, and log buildings set in a romantic winter landscape. Day 2 Dog-Sledding Today you will enjoy the thrill of being pulled by dogsled along snow covered trails. Gliding at full speed you will travel a distance of 8 km under the skilful guidance of the dog trainer for 35-45 minutes. Later, with the help of the outdoor activities desk and on site maps, explore the area by going snowshoeing or cross country skiing. Day 3 Sleigh Riding An attentive guide will share the regions many natural secrets as you travel by sleigh through the fields around site for 45 minutes. In the afternoon you may choose to go tobogganing, ice skating, hiking, or swimming in the indoor pool. Day 4 Saint Paulin To Montreal A private transfer returns you to the airport or downtown Montreal. Package Includes: Complimentary winter activities include: Not Included: Notes: Special Cancellation Policy * Prices are per person and include all taxes.
Departs: Daily from Montreal   L’Auberge Lac-a-l’Eau-Claire is located on the lake’s western shore near the National Park of La Maurice. It is an ideal location for athletes, outdoor enthusiasts, fishermen and nature lovers. Framed by the mountains of the Laurentian Mountains, these activities take place in the midst of frozen lakes and a forest dusted with white powder all asleep beneath a gentle blanket of snow. Day 1 Montreal To St Alexis Des Monts A private transfer will pick you up from downtown Montreal or the airport and take you on a 2-hour leisurely drive to the Auberge Lac a l’Eau Claire near St Alexis des Monts. The rest of the day is free for you to enjoy the many winter activities at the lodge. Day 2 Dog-Sledding Listen to the sleds sliding on the snow, feel the cold crisp air and wind as you travel through the wild. Today you will enjoy the thrill of being pulled by dogsled under the skilful guidance of the dog trainer for one hour. Day 3 Ice Fishing This guided activity allows you to discover this northern fishing method, its secrets and techniques. Your fishing hole will be drilled, instructions provided, and you will be free to fish for the remainder of the day. Day 4 St Alexis Des Monts To Montreal A private return transfer is included to the airport or downtown Montreal. Package Includes: Complimentary winter activities include: Notes: Special Cancellation Policy: * Prices are per person and include all taxes.
Departs: Havre-aux-Maisons   In the heart of winter, snow and ice combine to transform the Islands into a living lunar landscape. Starting at the end of the month of February, hundreds of thousands of harp seals (the nomads of the icy sea) make their way to the shores surrounding the archipelago to give birth to their pups. For 2 to 3 weeks, adult seals and their newborns can be observed in their natural habitat: a spectacular landscape of snow and ice brought to life by the presence of this enormous troop for as far as the eyes can see. The Château Madelinot hotel offers many different packages including a helicopter excursion to the shores, giving you the chance to get up-close to the little seal pups (whitecoats) and admire how the newborns blend in with the snowy shores. Truly an unbelievable experience! Package Includes: Not Included: Notes: The seal watching activity is very dependant on weather conditions. If flights must be delayed or cancelled, a list will be posted and the order will be determined based on the time that each person reserved their excursion. Everyone will be informed of the changes. If your excursion is permanently cancelled and/or you are unable to make it at another time, this portion of your package will be completely reimbursed. How To Get There: Two airline companies offer daily flights to the Magdalen Islands. Departures are available from the following cities: Quebec City, Montreal, Mont-Joli, Gaspé. The airport (YGR) is situated on the Havre-aux-Maisons Island, about 9 km from the Château Madelinot. Airlines: What To Bring: Prerequisites: There is a mandatory security video that must be viewed and a waiver of non-responsibility that must be signed prior to the departure. * Prices are per person and include all taxes.
Departs: Daily from Bagotville   Discover an authentic winter experience in a francophone region of Quebec. Enjoy a variety of winter activities including snowmobiling, dog sledding, snowshoeing and ice fishing. The Auberge des Battures is conveniently located just 5 minutes from the township, but you’ll feel a world away in this charming Inn setting between the Saguenay Fjord and the forest. Day 1 Arrive Bagotville Upon arrival at Bagotville airport, collect your rental vehicle and drive the short distance to the serenity of the Saguenay region of Quebec. Day 2 Snowmobile Tour Enjoy an 8-hour ride by snowmobile into the Reserve Faunique de Laurentides. A private local guide will take you into the wilderness of the reserve riding through a variety of terrain such as forests, mountains and fjord. Day 3 Dog-sledding Today you will be introduced to your pack of dogs and learn how to ‘mush’, before embarking on an exhilarating adventure into the forests of the Saguenay region. You will enjoy a 2 hour ride in the morning, a picnic lunch, followed by a second 2 hour ride in the afternoon. Day 4 Snowshoeing and Ice Fishing Explore the area and partake in unique winter activities. In the morning don your snowshoes and head outside to enjoy the sleeping nature around you. In the afternoon, your fishing hole will be drilled on the Fjord ice field, your guide will be there to assist you through-out the afternoon. Day 5 Depart Bagotville Depart the Auberge for Bagotville airport and return your rental car. Package Includes: Not Included: Notes: Checklist of items to bring: Snowmobile Notes: Special Cancellation Policy: * Prices are per person and include all taxes.
Departs: Daily from Vancouver   Day 1. Vancouver to Whistler Transfer (included) from either Vancouver Airport or Downtown to your overnight accommodation in Whistler. Day 2. Day at Leisure - Evening Sleigh Ride Full day to enjoy the charm of Whistler Resort. Your hotel concierge can assist with the many winter leisure activities available. This evening enjoy a magical sleigh ride under the stars. The evening begins with a hot beverage as you gather around the outdoor fire pit. Tucking yourself in the blanketed warmth of your cutter sleigh, gentle Clydesdale-Percheron horses tour effortlessly through the pristine wilderness. Surrounded by the silent snow-filled valley and majestic peaks of Whistler’s mountains, this 30-minute sleigh ride is simply the beginning to an enchanted evening. Day 3. Snowmobile Tour Today journey into the pristine depths of the hidden valley nestled between Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains. Follow wide mountain trails along the Fitzsimmons Creek watershed on this ride designed for families and first timers, with a perfect mix of easy riding and spectacular scenery. Day 4. Dog Sledding & Snow Shoeing Step into a dog sled behind your team of energetic and lovable Alaskan Racing Huskies and get ready for an unforgettable backcountry journey. Experience the tranquility and beauty of the Soo Valley as you glide through an old growth forest alongside the frozen waters of the Soo River. This afternoon ride the gondola up Whistler Mountain, then strap on your snowshoes for a trip through freshly fallen snow in Whistler’s most pristine old growth forest. Day 5. Free Day Today is a free day to enjoy the charm of Whistler Resort. Day 6. Whistler to Vancouver Transfer (included) back to Vancouver City or the airport. Package includes: Please note:
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Departs: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday   Day 1. Kamloops to Sun Peaks Resort Upon arrival into Kamloops, transfer (included) to your overnight accommodation in SunPeaks village. Day 2. Day at Leisure Full day to enjoy the charm of Sun Peaks Resort. Your hotel concierge can assist with the many winter leisure activities available. Day 3. Snowmobiling Explore the scenic back country on a 2 hour snowmobile tour, the rest of the day is at leisure. Day 4 Dog Sledding & Snowshoeing Today experience a truly “Northern” activity. Hook up and race your own team of Alaskan Huskies for an hour through the glistening white snow of Sun Peaks. Your professional guides will give you a complete rundown on everything you need to know before you are on your way. This evening enjoy a guided snowshoeing tour. Day 5 Sun Peaks to Kamloops Transfer (included) back to Kamloops airport, where your Sun Peaks package ends on arrival. Package includes: Please note:
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Quebec Winter Adventures (4 Days / 3 Nights) Departs: Daily   Day 1 Arrive Quebec Transfer (own cost) to your hotel. Overnight: Hotel Manoir Victoria Days 2 Half Day Dog Sledding Tour This morning visit the Huskies (over 100 of them). You are allowed to pet them! You will then be showed how to drive the sleds before going on an approx. 20 km ride (between 1 hour 45 min and 2 hours) on the beautiful trails. A snack will be served prior your departure. Your new friends will be howling you goodbye. Overnight: Hotel Manoir Victoria Day 3 Ice Hotel Tour Transfer today to the Ice Hotel for a 30 minute guided tour, after the tour you can stay up to the last shuttle departure to enjoy the amenities of the hotel and surrounding area. Imagine a structure made completely of 12,000 tons of snow and 400 tons of ice with ceilings over 5.4 metres high (18 feet), walls covered with original artwork, and furniture carved out of ice blocks. The Ice Hotel is one of the most unique and complex undertakings. It takes approximately five weeks to erect this masterpiece of architecture. From its first incarnation measuring 1,000 square meters, Ice Hotel Quebec-Canada now covers more than 3,000 square meters. Keeping the originality and revitalizing the design and décor, the Ice Hotel artisans amaze everyone by modifying and creating new elements every year. Each yearly edition will be composed of 32 wonderful rooms and theme suites, the famous ABSOLUT Ice Bar, the magnificent chapel, two exhibition areas, an immense lobby with a chandelier lit by fibre optics, two interior courtyards, a cinema, Jacuzzis and functional fireplaces, and the majestic reception room named the N’ice Club Hôtel de Glace with its animated evenings that will enthrall everyone for hours with entertainment. Overnight: Hotel Manoir Victoria Day 4 Depart Quebec Upon check-out of the hotel this morning, your Quebec Adventure ends. Package includes: Please note: * Prices are per person and include all taxes.
Departs: Daily   Day 1. Arrive Whitehorse & Evening Aurora Viewing Welcome you at the airport and transfer you to the River View Hotel in downtown Whitehorse. The River View Hotel is located next to the Yukon River and within walking distance of all attractions, restaurants, banks and stores. Information meeting and registration for optional tours at the hotel. Fitting of winter clothing, time for shopping and dinner on your own. This evening depart for Aurora viewing. A cozy, heated cabin or wall tent with hot drinks and snacks makes your Aurora viewing even more enjoyable. Return to hotel around 2.00 am Day 2. Morning Sightseeing Tour & Evening Aurora Viewing Sleep in the morning.10.30 am city tour with Main Street, Train Depot of the White Pass and Yukon Route, Log Skyscraper, Log Church, Sternwheeler SS Klondike, Fish ladder, Schwatka Lake and some residential areas. This afternoon is free to relax before departing at 9.30pm for more Aurora viewing. Again, in a warm-up cabin hot drinks and snacks are provided. You may sit around a roaring fire and share stories. Return to hotel around 2.00 am. Day 3. Transfer to Whitehorse Airport Transfer to the airport for your flight home. Package includes: Not included: Checklist for items to bring: Optional Winter Clothing Package: Cost $110 + 3% GST
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Departs: Daily   Day 1: Arrive Whitehorse Transfer included from the airport to your hotel in downtown Whitehorse where you’ll be staying for the duration of this tour. All stores, banks and important sights are within easy walking distance of the hotel, so you may explore this lively northern town on your own. Day 2: Full Day Sightseeing Today we’ll show you the capital of the Yukon and the surroundings to give you a first impression of this wonderful country: During the city tour you’ll see the old train station of the White Pass & Yukon Route railroad, the Log Skyscraper, old Log Church and the paddle wheeler SS Klondike. We’ll also show you some residential areas and we’ll stop at the Visitors Reception Centre. On the way to the Takhini Hot Springs we’ll stop at the Wildlife Preserve where you’ll see most of the wildlife seen in the Yukon, such as Moose, Caribou, Bison, Dall Sheep, Big Horn Sheep, Musk Oxen and others. Lunch at Takhini Hot Springs and time for a leisurely swim in the hot waters. After our return to Whitehorse you will participate in a 20 minute sightseeing flight over the Whitehorse area with beautiful views over Lake Labarge and Marsh Lake. Day 3: Full Day Snow Mobiling This is the day for our snowmobiling adventure: Our van will take us up to Fish Lake, just over half an hour away from the hotel. Here we’ll get our instructions about snowmobile safety and any further instructions we’ll need and off we are across the lake and into some of the most beautiful mountains you may imagine! Lunch will be served on the trail and by late afternoon we’ll return to Whitehorse. Day 4: Full Day Dog Sledding Another highlight of this tour will be this full day dog sledding tour along the Takhini River and into the Ibex Valley west of Whitehorse. First we’ll be introduced to the many dogs and instructions will be given about mushing and safety on the trail. Then we’ll be assigned our team of from 4 to 6 dogs and off we go! We’ll follow well prepared trails and our guides will make sure that we are always in control of our teams. Lunch will be served along the trail when both, we and the dogs need a well deserved break. By late afternoon we’ll return to the kennel for a mug of coffee or hot chocolate before we’ll return to the hotel. Day 5: Transfer to Whitehorse Airport You’ll start your next adventure in the Yukon or we’ll bring you to the airport in time for your flight home. Package includes: Not included: Checklist for items to bring: Optional Winter Clothing Package: Cost $135 + 3% GST Optional Aurora Borealis Night Tour: Cost $105 per Person + 3% GST This evening depart @ 9.30pm for Aurora viewing. A cozy, heated cabin or wall tent with hot drinks and snacks makes your Aurora viewing even more enjoyable. Return to hotel around 2.00 am
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Departs: Saturdays   Day 1: Arrive Whitehorse Transfer included from the airport to your hotel in downtown Whitehorse where you’ll be staying for the duration of this tour. All stores, banks and important sights are within easy walking distance of the hotel, so you may explore this lively northern town on your own. Day 2: Full Day Sightseeing Today we’ll show you the capital of the Yukon and the surroundings to give you a first impression of this wonderful country: During the city tour you’ll see the old train station of the White Pass & Yukon Route railroad, the Log Skyscraper, old Log Church and the paddle wheeler SS Klondike. We’ll also show you some residential areas and we’ll stop at the Visitors Reception Centre. On the way to the Takhini Hot Springs we’ll stop at the Wildlife Preserve where you’ll see most of the wildlife seen in the Yukon, such as Moose, Caribou, Bison, Dall Sheep, Big Horn Sheep, Musk Oxen and others. Lunch at Takhini Hot Springs and time for a leisurely swim in the hot waters. After our return to Whitehorse you will participate in a 20 minute sightseeing flight over the Whitehorse area with beautiful views over Lake Labarge and Marsh Lake. Day 3. Snowshoeing Kluane National Park is our destination for the day and snowshoeing the chosen activity. We’ll drive west on the world famous Alaska Highway and will reach Haines Junction in about two hours. Just outside the town we’ll start our trek on the beautiful Auriol Trail. Since we’ll be slower on our snowshoes we’ll head out at leisure, have a lunch break amidst a gorgeous winter wonderland and return to our van. In Haines Junction we’ll break for coffee and a visit to the Kluane National Park Visitor Centre before heading back to Whitehorse. Day 4. Ice Fishing Today’s excursion will be to Atlin in northern BC, on the shores of the lake with the same name. This community may only be reached from the Yukon. Weather and snow conditions permitting we’ll walk up Monarch Mountain to a viewpoint over Atlin Lake, Theresa Island and the glaciers of the Coast Mountains. Lunch will be served at the local hotel. After time to explore the picturesque town on your own, we’ll drive back to Whitehorse. We’ll stop at a lake en route to try our luck fishing through the ice before we’ll return to the hotel. Day 5. Full Day Snow Mobiling This is the day for our snowmobiling adventure: Our van will take us up to Fish Lake, just over half an hour away from the hotel. Here we’ll get our instructions about snowmobile safety and any further instructions we’ll need and off we are across the lake and into some of the most beautiful mountains you may imagine! Lunch will be served on the trail and by late afternoon we’ll return to Whitehorse. Day 6. Day Tour to Skagway Today we’ll spend an easy day visiting Skagway in Alaska. From Whitehorse we’ll drive south and stop at Emerald Lake for a photo stop even though the normally emerald colored lake is frozen over at this time of the year. Carcross will be our first stop. We’ll visit the small town with predominantly First Nations People and we’ll walk across the railroad bridge and back over the small pedestrian bridge. We’ll then continue along Windy Arm and Tutshi Lake to White Pass, the border between Canada and Alaska. From here we’ll descend to sea level in 23Km / 14 miles. Visit the port and town of Skagway and break for lunch. Weather and conditions permitting we’ll hike to a small lake above the town with a great view over the harbour and the town. By mid afternoon we’ll return to Whitehorse in time for dinner. Day 7. Full Day Dog Sledding Another highlight of this tour will be this full day dog sledding tour along the Takhini River and into the Ibex Valley west of Whitehorse. First we’ll be introduced to the many dogs and instructions will be given about mushing and safety on the trail. Then we’ll be assigned our team of from 4 to 6 dogs and off we go! We’ll follow well prepared trails and our guides will make sure that we are always in control of our teams. Lunch will be served along the trail when both, we and the dogs need a well deserved break. By late afternoon we’ll return to the kennel for a mug of coffee or hot chocolate before we’ll return to the hotel. Day 8. Transfer to Whitehorse Airport You’ll start your next adventure in the Yukon or we’ll bring you to the airport in time for your flight home. Package includes: Not included: Checklist for items to bring: Optional Winter Clothing Package: Cost $135 + 3% GST Optional Aurora Borealis Night Tour: Cost $105 per Person + 3% GST This evening depart @ 9.30pm for Aurora viewing. A cozy, heated cabin or wall tent with hot drinks and snacks makes your Aurora viewing even more enjoyable. Return to hotel around 2.00 am
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Departs: From Fort McMurray   Based upon information compiled by Environment Canada over the past 50 years, Ft. McMurray has more clear nights between September and March than any other present Aurora destination in Canada. Clear skies are essential for seeing the Auroras. Guests have a 90%-plus opportunity to see Aurora activity in Ft. McMurray over a 3 night viewing period
Day 1 Arrive Fort Mc Murray (Please Note: It is recommended to book these optional tours on a day by day basis in Ft. McMurray due to winter weather patterns). This evening transfer to viewing building for Aurora viewing Day 3 Evening Aurora Viewing Day at leisure. This evening transfer to viewing building for Aurora viewing. Day 4 Depart Ft. McMurray This morning your Aurora Viewing experience ends with an included transfer to Ft. McMurray Airport.
Package Includes: Checklist of items to bring: Note: For constellation photography bring 35 mm SLR manual camera, ASA 400 fi lm or faster, tripod and cable release. * Prices are per person and include all taxes.
Departs: Daily from Montreal   Welcome to Sacacomie Lodge in Saint-Alexis-des-Monts! In this peaceful setting you can cross-country ski along the backcountry trails, explore the area on showshoes and enjoy the excitment of tobogganing down the nearby hills. Sacacomie Lodge is the perfect destination for winter sport enthousiasts as well as for those wishing to relax in this beautiful setting. The lodge is located in the heart of the forest and borders the Mastigouche wildlife reserve, it overlooks the majestic Sacacomie Lake with shores that extend for more than 40 kms. Day 1. Montreal to Sacacomie Lodge Transfer from Montreal to Sacacomie Lodge by scheduled van. Dinner included. Days 2-3 Saint-Alexis-des-Monts Sacacomie Lodge The next two days are free to enjoy the optional winter acitivites at the resort. Activities include: Tobogganing, showshoeing, hiking, cross-country skiing. Breakfasts and dinners included. Day 4 Sacacomie Lodge to Montreal Transfer from Sacacomie Lodge to Montreal by scheduled van. Breakfast included. Package includes: Not included: Optional Winter Adventure Activities: Note: If clients stay falls on Dec 31st , an additional charge will apply for the evening meal (to be advised) Child Age 11yrs & under * Prices are per person and include all taxes.
Departs: Daily from Quebec City   The Ice Hotel is made of ice and snow with high ceilings, ice sculptures, and furniture carved from ice blocks. The hotel has rooms to accommodate over 350 people, a night club, and ice bar. A truly unique experience awaits! Day 1. Quebec City to Sainte Catherine de la Jacques Cartier Transfer by coach (included) from Quebec City to the Ice Hotel for your overnight stay. Dinner Included. Day 2 Winter activities included Today is free to enjoy the winter activites in the region. Included is the use of crosscountry skis, snowshoes and skating equipment. Overnight at the Duchesnay Ecotouristic Centre. Breakfast & Dinner included Day 3 Sainte Catherine de la Jacques Cartier to Quebec City Transfer by coach (included) to Quebec City - Breakfast Included Package Includes: Hotel Amenitites Include: Ice bar, reception room, 2 exhibition art galleries, inner courtyard, cinema, chapel, nordic space (2 jacuzzis and 1 sauna), 2 functional fireplaces, security, heated lit and isolated washrooms and changerooms, showers available at the L'Aigle pavillion.
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