Canada – Cycling the Kings Road – Montreal to Quebec City (2025)

At the beginning of the 18th century, the French crown decreed the build of King’s Road alongside the St. Lawrence River. It crossed 37 seigneuries granted to nobles, merchants and religious congregations of New France. The subjects who made use of the land along the river were responsible for establishing the section of the road in front of their land. This feudal system of colonization and development resulted in the longest road north of the Rio Grande. Today you can cycle King’s Road and explore its many heritage sites, historical villages, beautiful landscape and the marvellous architecture of the old towns from the New France period. This adventure is also about enjoying the famous “joie de vivre” of the Quebecers, discovering wineries, savouring delicious local products fresh from the farmer’s markets and tasting local beer at one of many excellent microbreweries.

Highlights

• • Cycle the historical route between Montreal and Quebec City
• • Admire the picturesque landscapes along the St. Lawrence River
• • Indulge in local specialties, maple syrup, wines, and craft beers
• • Step back in the time of New France as you wander around old towns
• • Explore Old Quebec City, its fortified town and a 400 year legacy of colonial architecture

• • 7 breakfasts
• • 7 nights in 3-star accommodation on a double occupancy basis
• • Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
• • Luggage transfers (1 piece per person 20 kg max)
• • Hybrid bicycle rental including helmet, repair kit, 1 or 2 panniers, rear rack and lock
• • Navigation APP inclusive of detailed route notes and points of interest
• • Emergency Hotline

• • Optional electric-assist bicycle upgrade (extra cost, limited quantities)
• • Guide (this is a self-guided tour)
• • Lunch and Dinner unless listed otherwise (suggestions are provided)
• • Transfer within Montreal to the bike shop
• • Personal expenses such as laundry and phone calls
• • Airfare, visas
• • Travel insurance
• • Applicable taxes

Departures Saturdays to Tuesdays May 24-October 4

Price per person in Canadian Dollars

Double occupancy $2290 plus tax

Single room supplement $950 plus tax

Solo traveller Supplement $1760 plus tax

E-bike $160 plus tax

Accommodation

Accommodation is a combination of 3-star hotels and B&B’s.

Cycling Level

Introductory to moderate. The King's Road is a moderate, mostly flat, and paved 280 km/174 miles road cycling route with some bike paths, paved shoulders, and designated low-traffic road surfaces. Distances each day are short but cyclists should be prepared for some steep hills, especially near Quebec City. Self guided walking or cycling requires individuals to use problem solving skills, be adaptable and have a keen eye. It is recommended that you are comfortable map reading, referring to route notes and that you have a good sense of direction (or are willing to work on improving this!). Cyclists will be expected to know how to fix a flat tire and make basic adjustments to their bicycles using the included repair kit. Sometimes route finding, losing your way, finding it again and asking the locals for help is all part of the adventure. If you’ve never been on a self guided trip, after the first couple of days you will get the hang of if as the vast majority of our first time travellers attest. Please be assured that our written material issued to you for route finding is updated regularly and we provide a 7-day service hotline in the event of any problems.

This is a partner tour

TICO Ontario Registration No: 50022848