Gaspe Peninsula – Perce Rock – Reford Gardens
August 10th – 14th
August 10 – We will begin our enjoyable summer holiday and leisurely travel to
Northern New Brunswick for a delicious lunch at the popular Atlantic Host restaurant
before continuing onto Campbellton for a photo opportunity of the “Worlds largest
Salmon” plus a comfort stop at the very impressive Visitors Center located on the shores
of Restigouche River. We will say farewell to New Brunswick as we cross J.C. Van
Horne bridge and travel throughout scenic Matapedia Valley to our two night
accommodation at the very impressive Riotel Matane Hotel 877-566-2651 located on
the shores of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, giving you an evening to enjoy a gorgeous sunset
and stroll the shores of the mighty St. Lawrence River.
August 11 – Following a delicious breakfast we will begin our day by visiting Gaspe’s
Renowned Reford Gardens created by pioneering horticulturist Elsie Reford ,the Reford
Gardens are a National Historic Site of Canada. Some 8000 species and varieties of
plants, including the famous Himalayan Blue Poppy are spread over fifteen gardens. A
delightful lunch will be enjoyed in St. Flavie’s Le Gaspesiana restaurant overlooking the
St. Lawrence River, before visiting Marcel Gagnon Art Gallery featuring extraordinary
craftsmanship. Before returning to our lovely hotel we will be guest at the Carpinteri
Vineyards, A 19th century Italian style Vineyard, a one of a kind experience following
our wine tasting (optional) we will return to our hotel after a perfect Gaspe Peninsula day.
August 12 – Following another delicious breakfast we will begin to explore the very
scenic Gaspe Peninsula experience having numerous scenic photo opportunities visiting
historic light house, churches and other points of interest along the mighty Gulf of St.
Lawrence towards our nights accommodation located in Gaspe City Hotel des Baker
418-368-3355.
August 13 – Following breakfast we will have the opportunity to see one of Canada’s
icons “Perce Rock” – we will enjoy a cruise in the enclosed Captain Dorval II and we will
sail around the splendid Perce Rock and neighboring Bonaventure Island, Where North
America’s largest colony of Gannets show off for us. Before departing we will have the
opportunity to enjoy the many unique shops in the Gaspe’s popular tourist destination.
Tonight’s accommodation at another impressive property Riotel Carleton Sur-Mer
418-364-3355 located on the shores of Baie de Chaleur. A delightful destination for
another French Cuisine.
August 14 – Our footsteps will take us home with wonderful memories and wonderful
new friends.
Price Per Person Tax Included
TWIN:$1570 TRIPLE:$1480 QUAD:$1420 SINGLE:$1895
PRICE INCLUDES: Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation, 4 Nights accommodation, 5
Group meals, All Breakfast and meal Gratuities, Perce Rock Cruise, Redford Gardens,
Carpinteri Vineyard, Luggage service when available and Taxes.