All-Inclusive Guided Hike to Jacques-Cartier National Park and Bakery Picnic Lunch

Let yourself guided in one of Quebec’s best known and admired nature’s gems.

General Info

  • 6.5 hours

  • Group option : 2-8 guests

    Private option : 1-12 guests

  • Transportation included

  • Bilingual (english and french)

  • ~ 5 km hike (3 miles)

Schedule

  • Group option :

    • June 15th – Oct. 31st
    • Dec. 15th to Jan. 10th
    • Jan. 28th to Feb. 28th

    Private option :

    • June 15th – Oct. 31st
    • Dec. 15th to Feb. 28th

  • 7/7

  • 8 am (hotel pickups from 7:30 am)

Rates

  • Adult |$199 CAD taxes included

  • 14-17 years old | $189 CAD taxes included

  • Private option| Base rate (2 guests) : 1275$ + $99 CAD / extra guest person taxes included

Inclusions and exclusions

  • Includes | Transportation from Old Quebec (from your hotel or our office), professional hiking guide with nature and wildlife interpretation, picnic lunch, hiking poles (if needed) and park admission fee.

  • Winter inclusion : Snowshoes or crampons are provided if needed depending on trail conditions.

  • Excludes | Gratuity for your guide

The Experience and its Itinerary

Your Tour’s Bucket List

  • Jacques-Cartier National Park

  • Bakery Picnic Lunch

Treat yourself to a unique nature experience in the heart of Jacques-Cartier National Park, an exceptional place where glacial valleys, a majestic river, and a diversity of ancient forests come together.

In the company of a passionate guide, you will discover local wildlife, plant life, and ecosystems on an easy and accessible hike for active individuals, created to awaken your senses and spark your curiosity.

The intimacy of small groups encourages exchanges, human connections, and shared moments, allowing you to leave with an understanding of the territory and the ability to observe nature with a new perspective.

With our transportation service from Old Quebec picking you up at your hotel, you can fully enjoy your adventure without any logistical constraints.

On the way to the park, you will stop at a bakery to select your lunch for a picnic after the hike. This way, you will conclude your hike savouring a high-quality lunch prepared with fresh, local ingredients — the perfect moment to relax, connect, and extend the experience.

Meeting point / Hotel pickup

In your reservation, make sure to mention your hotel or Airbnb in Old Quebec since we will pick you up.

If you are staying outside of Old Quebec, the Fontaine de Tourny or our office are good options to have you picked up.

Our office is located at 112 Rue Saint-Paul in the heart of the Old Port district in the Lower Town of Old Quebec.

We will contact you by email or text message the evening before your hike to precise your pickup time between 7:30 am and 8:00 am.

7:30 AM – 8:00 AM – Hotel pickups

8:00 AM – Departure from Old Quebec

Select your lunch at bakery

On the way to the park, select your lunch at a local bakery.

Jacques Cartier National Park

9:15 AM – Arrival at Jacques-Cartier National Park

9:30 AM – Begin your guided hike

12:15–12:30 PM – End of the hike, return to the Jacques-Cartier National Park Discovery and Services Center

12:30–1:30 PM – Bakery picnic lunch + free time

1:30 PM – Departure from the park

PICNIC AT THE PARK

Enjoy your well selected bakery lunch surrounded by nature and in good company.

2:30 pm - Back in Old Quebec

Dropping you off where you were picked up in the morning.

What to know before your tour

  • Level : Beginner to intermediate for active participants
  • Be physically active and able to walk about 5 km (3 miles) on a trail with roots, rocks, and uphill and downhill sections.
  • Wear shoes and clothing suitable for hiking and the weather conditions.
  • Have no major health issues that could interfere with the hike.
  • Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Complete and sign risk acceptance form : https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/v/guidedhike

The tour includes a stop at a local bakery.

Please note that due to logistical constraints, we are unable to accommodate specific dietary requirements or preferences such as gluten-free, lactose-free, or vegan options. The bakery cannot guarantee the absence of allergens, as all products are made in the same facility.

Any dietary restrictions or preferences must be communicated at least 24 hours before the tour. No alternatives will be offered once the activity has started.

 

By meeting at our office, 15 min early, you can use our restroom and enjoy the cold water dispenser at the office.

During colder times, we can also lend you our comfortable winter accessories to stay warm.

For your hotel pickup, make sure we know your hotel at least 48 hours in advance so we can confirm your pick-up time the evening before.

  • Appropriate hiking shoes

  • Weather-appropriate clothing (If rain is forecasted, bring a change of clothes and shoes.)

  • Water bottle and snacks

  • Small backpack

  • Sunglasses

  • Hat or cap

  • Sunscreen / insect repellent

In Quebec City, gratuity is a standard practice. Depending on your appreciation and the type of service, it is an amount of 10% to 20% that is recommended. It is however not mandatory, but very appreciated.

If you wish to leave a gratuity to your tour guide, plan bringing cash or have the guide give you his or her online gratuity link to safely give it by credit card. You should receive an automated email including the link after the tour however please feel free to send a message at [email protected] requesting it.

DURING WINTER

Our sister service, Tuque & Mitaines, offers winter clothing rentals with delivery to Montreal, Quebec City, and Mont-Tremblant.

For our guests on guided tours

When you begin your tour at our office at 112 Saint-Paul Street, we offer complimentary loans of winter boots and accessories to ensure a more enjoyable experience in cold weather. You will also have the option to rent the equipment for your stay if needed.

Reservations