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The Magdalen Islands will remain in your memories as an unforgettable gourmet destination!

 

Treat yourself to a unique island experience to celebrate the National Holiday. For a 5th consecutive year, Voyages Gendron invites you exclusively to its famous Seafood Feast in the heart of the Magdalen Islands archipelago.

Renowned for the excellence of their freshly caught seafood, the Magdalen Islands invite you to a one-of-a-kind celebration. For Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day, come enjoy the sounds of a local singer-songwriter and savour the authentic flavours of the archipelago. A memorable banquet awaits you: lobster in the shell, mussels, oysters with seal bites, scallops, and mackerel.

Experience magical moments where the sea, culture, and gastronomy come together.

Beyond the table, the enchanting charm of the Islands and their truly unique culture promise a complete change of scenery. Dive into the fascinating history of the archipelago throughout your outings. Let yourself be captivated by the striking contrasts between the sandy lagoons and the iconic red sandstone cliffs. From picturesque fishing villages to historic lighthouses, every turn reveals a unique heritage and legendary sunsets. The Magdalen Islands are a favourite destination to discover, rediscover, and experience to the fullest!

 

Includes

  • Transportation by luxury coach
  • 1 night accommodation at the Crowne Plaza Moncton
  • 4 nights’ accommodation at the Château Madelinot
  • 1 night accommodation at the Crowne Plaza Fredericton
  • 5 breakfasts, 3 typical Magdalen Island lunches and 4 dinners including 2 typical Magdalen Islands dinners
  • 1 island-flavoured celebration dinner | seafood, chansonnier, campfire at Château Madelinot
  • Round trip ferry between the Magdalen Islands and Prince Edward Island
  • Crossing The Confederation Bridge by bus
  • Following activities:
    • Visit and tasting at the Fumoir d’Antan
    • Visit of La Grave
    • Visit and tasting at the Économusée de la fromagerie Pied-de-Vent
    • Visit of the Site d’Autrefois
    • Stop at the world’s longest covered bridge in Hartland
    • Visite of Le Barbocheux
    • Visit to the seal interpretation center
    • Visit of the eastern part of the Islands: stop at the lighthouse of Echourie and Cape Alright, stop at the beach of Dune du Sud, visit of Barbocheux, stop at the beach of Old Harry, stop at La Salicorne, stop at the port of Grande-Entrée
    • Visit of the western part of the Islands: visit of the church of Fatima, stop at La Belle Anse, visit of the Côte de l’Étang-du-Nord site, visit of the galery Artisans du Nord and visit of the church of La Vernière
  • Services of an experienced madelinot guide
  • Services of a Gendrontours group leader
  • Protection offered by the Compensation Fund for Customers of Travel Agents
  • Taxes

Not included

  • Meals and activities other than those mentioned

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Itinerary:

Day 1

AM             

Departure according to the indicated times.

Lunch on the road ($).

PM

Arrival in Moncton at the Crowne Plaza Moncton.

Check in.

Dinner in Moncton and free time during the evening.

Day 2

AM

Breakfast.

Departure to Prince Edward Island.

Arrival in Prince Edward Island.

Crossing the Confederation Bridge.

Stop at Gateway Village.

Lunch ($) in Souris.

PM

CTMA ferry to Magdalen Islands.

Free dinner ($) on the ferry.

Arrival at Magdalen Islands.

Check-in at the Château Madelinot.

Day 3

AM     

Breakfast.

Discovery of the eastern part of the islands with your local Madelinot guide. Introduction and presentation of the Magdalen Islands, passing by Pointe-aux-Loups, Grosse Île and the Grande-Entrée port.

Group lunch.

PM           

Visit to the seal interpretation center

Stroll on the beach of the Dunes du Sud.

Visit and tasting at the Barbocheux, artisanal drink manufacturers.

Dinner (included)

Day 4

Breakfast.

Discovery of the western part of the islands with your local Madelinot guide. Stop at Cape Alright and visit the historical site of La Grave and the beach of Havre-Aubert.

Group lunch.

PM           

Visit of the Site D’Autrefois.

Island-flavoured celebration dinner. (postponed in case of rain)

Day 5

AM 

Breakfast.

Discovery of the central part of the islands with your local Madelinot guide. Visit of the Fumoir d’Antan and the Notre-Dame-du Rosaire Church.

Group lunch.

PM       

Visit of the Étang-du-Nord.

Group dinner and free evening.

Day 6

AM

Luggage claim and departure by bus to the ferry.

Free breakfast ($) and free dinner ($) on board.

PM

Arrival in Souris in the early afternoon.

Direction Fredericton.

Arrival at the hotel in the late afternoon.

Group dinner and free time during the evening.

Day 7

AM 

Breakfast.

Departure by bus and stop in Hartland to see the longest covered bridge in the world.

Free lunch ($) on the road.

PM

Dinner ($) on the road.

Arrival in the evening.

Hotels:

Magdalen Islands area

Château Madelinot

Bus:

2 motorcoaches on the road to serve you better

Our motorcoaches feature 56 seats with increased legroom, as well as the following:

  • 14 VIP seats at the front of the motorcoach (better view, faster boarding and disembarking, as well as proximity to the guide and driver)
  • A tray table** for your leisure activities and meals (VIP seats)
  • Air-conditioned motorcoaches
  • On-board restroom
  • Seat belts
  • Several shared multimedia screens
  • Microphone system for the tour escort
  • Illuminated aisles
  • Luggage storage above the seats and under the motorcoach

Please note that we have our own team of driver-guides who make all the difference, as well as our maintenance team, which ensures our motorcoaches are well cared for between trips.

 

** Tray table available on board Voyages Gendron motorcoaches only. Not offered on our partners’ motorcoaches.

It is possible to choose your seat when booking a motorcoach trip. For certain trips, a fee of $15 per person per day applies in order to obtain a seat in the first 4 rows of the motorcoach (blue section of the plan). Passengers keep their selected seat for the entire duration of their stay.

Please note that Voyages Gendron has a range of packages during busy touristic periods. Several trips take place at the same time. To insure the trips, Voyages Gendron can count on the quality services of its coach operator partners who will be at your service.

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7 days | 6 nights | Coach transportation | 13 meals

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