5 Day Grand Tour in B&B's

Day 1: Alma to Sainte-Monique (55 km)

On your first day, pedal toward Sainte-Monique, where you will spend the night in a charming Canadian lodge. Along the way, you will have the perfect chance to visit the Odyssée des Bâtisseurs Museum in Alma. Afterward, you will cross through Pointe-Taillon National Park, giving you plenty of opportunities to relax on the sandy shores of Lake Saint-Jean and enjoy a refreshing swim.

Day 2: Sainte-Monique to Dolbeau-Mistassini (52 km)

Pedal toward Dolbeau-Mistassini! Along the way, you will have the chance to admire endless blueberry fields, visit the Louis-Hémon Museum, and explore the historic Old Mill site if you wish. Once you reach your destination, you will settle into a modern inn for a comfortable stay. Don't miss out on tasting the delicious chocolate-covered blueberries—a true local tradition—and savoring a great craft beer at the Le Coureur des Bois microbrewery.

Day 3: Dolbeau-Mistassini to Saint-Félicien (60 km)

Pedal toward Saint-Félicien, where the Véloroute des Bleuets hugs the shores of the majestic Lake Saint-Jean. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to visit the renowned Zoo sauvage de Saint-Félicien if you wish. Don't miss out on local flavors with a stop at the Bouchard Artisan Bio cheese factory and the La Chouape microbrewery before heading to your lodge.

Day 4: Saint-Félicien to Desbiens (57 km)

Pedal toward Desbiens and explore a landscape of rolling farmlands filled with grain fields and local berry patches. Along the way, treat your tastebuds at Délices du Lac-Saint-Jean in Albanel and stop by the Old Perron Cheese Factory Museum in Saint-Prime. Next, pass by the Historic Village of Val-Jalbert in Chambord, where time stands still in the 1920s. You will have the option to spend a unique night right in the historic village or stay at the inn in Desbiens—a beautifully renovated former monastery.

Day 5: Desbiens to Alma (42 km)

Begin your last day by following the scenic shores of Métabetchouan. The good news is that the trail heads downhill from here, so take full advantage of the gravity-assisted ride to relax and take in the beautiful landscapes—and the weather, if it’s mild! Make as many stops as you like to savor the moment and refresh yourself on the local beaches. Be sure to treat yourself to a tasting stop at the Microbrasserie du Lac-Saint-Jean and the Médard cheese-bakery in Saint-Gédéon. To complete your loop around the lake, simply pedal back to your starting point: our agency in Alma.

This package includes:

• 4 nights in accommodation (We take care of booking accommodations)
• Breakfasts
• Luggage transport service
• Cycling gear if needed: helmets, locks, saddlebags, handlebar bags, and repair kits (including Allen keys, tire levers, hand pump, and inner tubes)
• Assistance from our team
• Free parking
• Pre-departure meeting (including all necessary documents)

This package does not include:

• Bicycles (available for rent in our store at a preferential rate for package customers).
• Sightseeing tours.
• Lunches and dinners (We provide a list of recommended restaurants and information to help you find what you need).