Northern Quebec: Winter Lodge Escape - 7 Days
Trip Snapshot
Age range
12 - 100Start / End
- Montréal
- Montréal
Physical rating
Group size
1 - 18Meals included
12Highlights
- Escape to a charming chalet lodge nestled within Quebec's pristine boreal forests, your cozy base for unforgettable winter adventures. Discover the dramatic cliffs and panoramic vistas of the majestic Saguenay Fjord through exhilarating guided snowshoe hikes.
- Immerse yourself in authentic Canadian winter traditions: experience the thrilling rush of a dog sledding excursion, enjoy the playful fun of snow tubing down snowy hills, and even try your hand at a unique game of winter hockey.
- Delight your senses with a visit to a traditional sugar shack, where you'll uncover the intriguing process of maple syrup production from tree to table. Savor the sweet essence of Quebec's culinary heritage with delicious local meals.
- Master essential winter survival skills by a frozen lake, complete with a captivating ice fishing demonstration led by your expert CEO, offering a true taste of life in the snowy wilderness.
- As dusk falls, the magic truly begins with cozy campfires, toasting marshmallows for s'mores and sharing stories. Embark on a unique torch-lit snowshoeing adventure, culminating in spectacular stargazing under the clear, unpolluted Northern Quebec skies.
- Explore the rich history and European charm of Quebec City, North America's only fortified city and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy free time to wander its enchanting old town, soaking in its unique ambiance.
- Immerse yourself in a true winter wonderland at a cozy chalet lodge nestled within Quebec's enchanting boreal forests, offering a serene retreat amidst the dramatic cliffs of the Saguenay Fjord. This idyllic setting provides the perfect base for your unforgettable Canadian adventure.
- Embark on exhilarating snowshoeing expeditions, trekking through pristine snowy landscapes to a panoramic lighthouse offering breathtaking views of the majestic Saguenay Fjord. Experience the magic of the winter night with a torchlight snowshoe adventure, culminating in awe-inspiring stargazing.
- Unleash your inner adventurer with classic Canadian winter activities including the thrill of dog sledding through the snowy wilderness, trying your hand at ice fishing on a frozen lake, mastering essential winter survival skills, and enjoying the playful fun of snow tubing.
- Delight your senses with the authentic tastes of Quebec during a visit to a traditional sugar shack. Learn the fascinating process of maple syrup production from tree to table, savoring a delicious lunch brimming with local favorites and sweet maple treats.
- Experience the joy of forgotten winter fun by partaking in uniquely Canadian activities. Challenge your companions to a friendly game of 'snow hockey' and rediscover the simple pleasure of sliding down snowy hills on a tube, creating cherished memories.
- Conclude your journey with a captivating visit to historic Quebec City, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Wander through its charming fortified old town, soaking in its unique European ambiance and exploring its rich history and vibrant culture at your leisure before your departure.
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Day-by-day itinerary
Every day mapped out, covering activities, travel times, meals and where you'll stay.Packing & kit list
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Summary
Winter in Quebec’s boreal forests and along the dramatic cliffs of the Saguenay Fjord might not be on your radar — but this seven-day adventure will have you falling hard for Canada’s most underrated season. After a quick stop in Montreal, head into a snowy wilderness where you’ll stay in a cozy chalet lodge, snowshoe to a panoramic lighthouse, and learn how maple syrup goes from tree to table at a classic sugar shack. Try your hand at ice fishing, dog sledding, winter survival skills, and snow tubing — then wind down with stargazing and marshmallows by the fire. Who says summer gets all the fun?
Itinerary
Day 1
Montreal
Arrive at any time to Montreal — Quebec’s economic and cultural capital. Attend a welcome meeting in the evening and afterwards choose to have an optional dinner together as a group.
Day 2
Montreal/Saguenay
Enjoy breakfast on your own this morning in Montreal before beginning the transfer to your lodge accommodations northeast of the city in Saguenay. Travel along the Saint Lawrence River towards the charming Quebec City area, the only fortified city in North America. Have lunch at a nearby local favourite spot for a sweet taste of traditional meals in this province, and where you will learn more about maple sap processing for syrup. Arrive to the lodge in the early evening. Set off on a short orientation tour of the property before an included, cozy group dinner amid wintry surroundings.
Day 3
Saguenay
Have breakfast at the lodge before spending a lovely winter day outside in the fresh, cold air. Start with a guided CEO-led hike with snowshoes on a nearby trail down to the lighthouse where you’ll be met with magnificent views along the Saguenay fjord. Sip on some hot chocolate to help you warm up a bit while enjoying the scenery before hiking back up to the lodge. After lunch, the group will be invited to learn about forest survival at the nearby lake and be guided in an ice fishing demonstration by your CEO. Afterwards, enjoy free time back at the lodge to relax before a delicious dinner and a camp fire featuring S’mores and storytelling.
Day 4
Saguenay
Immerse yourself in winter activities today and start the morning with another guided snowshoeing hike along new trails by the fjord. As you walk, your CEO will teach the group about the region’s ecosystems, including the different flora and fauna of the Saguenay fjord. Return to the lodge for lunch and to warm up a bit before spending the afternoon partaking in two typical Canadian winter activities; hockey and sliding. The group will split into two and play against each other with sticks on the hard snow without skates. Later, hop on a tube and slide down the nearby hills for some forgotten fun in the snow. Tonight, after dinner the group will head back out to snowshoe along the trails by torch light and enjoy some stargazing, which if clear, will be stunning with the lack of nearby light pollution.
Day 5
Saguenay
This morning get ready for an unforgettable winter pastime in Quebec; dogsledding! After breakfast there will be a short transfer to the kennel where you’ll hear the dogs barking in excitement for their outing with you. A local musher will give a brief lesson on dogsled driving before you hop on your sled and out into the snowy wilderness you go. Enjoy the experience as both a passenger and driver of the sled, and witness how strong these amazing animals really are. Return to the lodge in the afternoon and take advantage of time to sweat it out in the sauna and dip in the heated pool, complete with impressive views of the fjord. Enjoy a final evening at the lodge with your group and swap stories over dinner. Please be aware that from mid-January to early March, your CEO can lead an excursion during this afternoon to the village of Ste-Rose-du-Nord for a visit to the ice fishing village located on the fjord.
Day 6
Saguenay/Québec
Bid farewell to your winter excursion in the Saguenay region as you leave the lodge after breakfast. Travel back to beautiful Quebec City and have lunch on your own with many local spots to choose from. The remainder of the afternoon is free for you to explore the old town of this UNESCO World Heritage site as you wish. Tonight, choose to attend an optional group farewell dinner.
Day 7
Québec/Montreal
Travel back to Montreal in the morning, where your tour ends upon arrival to the airport. Please do not book onward travel prior to 2pm.
What's Included
Accommodation
hotel (2 nts), lodge (4 nts).
Meals
Breakfasts: 4, Lunches: 4, Dinners: 4
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
Dates & Prices
Dec 2026
from £1,409Jan 2027
from £1,199Feb 2027
from £1,274
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