In the 17th Century, the French established the foundation for Nouvelle-France around the St. Lawrence River. It was here that two of the oldest cities in North America were born: Québec City, which was founded in 1608; and Montréal, which was founded in 1642. Four centuries later, the banks of this majestic waterway continue to mesmerize visitors who are seeking the perfect meeting place between history and nature.
The Du Roy Tour, which winds along the St. Lawrence River, will take you into the pays des Patriotes before continuing along Chemin du Roy, which was the first road to link Montréal and Québec City, thereby allowing the delivery of the Royal Mail to Montreal and settlements along the St-Lawrence. Between the two cities, you will enjoy discovery upon discovery. This Tour features vast open spaces and warm villages that welcome anyone who happens upon them. Along the water, your efforts will be handsomely rewarded by unforgettable landscapes that served as the backdrop for French history in North America.
This part of the country has inspired many poets, and it will certainly motivate you to get moving. From the effervescence of the city to the tranquility of the countryside, all five of your senses will be stimulated. Fine fare, wonderful conversation, and rich heritage: the myriad faces of Québec will reveal all of their secrets to you. Take this gastronomic and historical tour through the cradle of French colonization in North America.
Daily itinerary for the Route
- Saturday - Arrival at Montréal’s Old Port and warm-up ride (approximately 10 km);
- Sunday - Montréal – Verchères (45 km);/li>
- Monday - Verchères – Sorel (66 km);
- Tuesday - Sorel – Trois-Rivières (76 km);
- Wednesday - Trois-Rivières – Portneuf (75 km);
- Thursday - Portneuf – Québec City via Pont-Rouge and the Corridor des Cheminots (72 km);
- Friday - Departure from Québec City
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