Petit Train du Nord & Champlain Islands
This incredible tour begins on the Le Petit Train du Nord, a 140 mile rail trail running through the beautiful Laurentide Region of Canada to just north of historic Montreal. The scenery is spectacular as we cycle past fields, cascading streams, charming towns, and the nostalgic train stations and depots along the trail.
From Montreal we continue our journey cycling across the Canada/US border and right through the middle of gorgeous Lake Champlain, riding atop the Champlain Islands as we make our way to charming Burlington Vermont.
Pricing:
Per Person Double Occ: $2889
Single Occ: + $600
Deposit of $500 per person required with reservation. You will be invoiced for balance, including any discounts or adjustments.
2027 Tour Dates:
July 25 - 31 :: Sept. 26 - Oct. 2
The Essentials:
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Total Miles: 250 Avg. Daily Miles: 30 - 40 miles
Meals: 6 Breakfasts; 2 Lunches; 2 Dinners
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Montreal
Arrive Montreal and plan to meet with our team for trip orientation at hotel. If you will drive to the tour, we offer free shuttle from Burlington VT.
Day 2: Mont Laurier to Lac Nomininque (35 miles)
The tour kicks off with gorgeous cycling on Le Petit Train Du Nord (The Little Train of the North), a converted scenic rail trail through the breathtaking Laurentide Region of Quebec. We end the day in Nominingue, where you can spend the rest of the day relaxing, exploring, or perhaps even getting in 9 holes of golf.
Day 3: Lac Nomininque to Mont Tremblant (40 miles)
Another great day on the trail is in store as we cycle through the beautiful countryside of Quebec meandering with the Riviere Rouge, with its many rambling cascades, spectacular scenic overlooks and charming little towns and villages. Our day concludes at our fabulous hotel with outdoor heated pool, sauna and spa!
Day 4: Mont Tremblant to St. Jerome (40 or 50 miles)
After a wonderful evening in Mont Tremblant, we set out today to tackle our longest day of the tour, but not to worry, the beautiful scenery and the colorful towns along our path make every mile worth savoring! We’ll cycle through the gorgeous, pristine reaches of the Laurentides, as we part from the Riviere Rouge as the trail now intertwines with the Riviere Du Nord. At mile 30, we’ll stop for a leisurely lunch in charming Val-David where you’ll want to pop into the quaint shops before jumping back on the trail. Upon reaching St. Jerome we’ll have time to wander and to view the town’s beautiful Namesake cathedral. We then have a short shuttle to our hotel in Laval where relaxing in their manicured gardens and a dip in the beautiful outdoor pool awaits!
Day 5: Montreal to Venise-en-Quebec (40 miles)
Our ride today is on rural roads using designated bike lanes that take us through charming communities and beautiful scenery as we make our way to the northern-most shore of Lac Champlain where a fantastic sunset and a relaxing evening on the lake are in store!
Day 6: Venise-en-Quebec to Grand Island, VT (40 miles)
Today we head straight across the US Border enjoying spectacular views of Lake Champlain as we cycle not only along the banks of the lake, but right down the middle atop the gorgeous Champlain Islands.
Day 7: Grand Isle to Burlington (30 miles)
Our last day of cycling take us across the Champlain Islands with incredible views of not only the lake but the beautiful Adirondacks to our west and the Green Mountains to the east. The ride ends with an incredible ride atop the nearly 4-mile long Lake Champlain Causeway which will make you feel as though you’re cycling directly on the water. Our tour ends in charming Burlington.