Canada, Quebec: Montréal to Ottawa Laurentians Bike Tour

Six nights; seven days of easy cycling between Montréal and Ottawa on paved bike paths, including Le P’tit Train du Nord, and quiet country roads.

“You are running the most fabulous professional organization. Our Montreal to Ottawa Bike trip went without hitch and exceeded our expectations. Thank you!” - Deborah & Benjamin.

WHY THIS TRIP?

• Follow one of Québec’s most scenic and established cycling routes, largely traffic-free, with long stretches of forest, riverside riding, and gentle rail-trail grades.
• Enjoy frequent opportunities for freshwater swims in clear Laurentian lakes and quiet rivers.
• Spend time in Tremblant Village, where gondola rides, lakefront paths, cafés, and galleries offer an easy afternoon off the bike.
• Ride through Gatineau Park, a protected landscape of rolling forest and wide-ranging viewpoints, including Champlain Lookout.
• Savour rural Québécois cuisine - maple-forward dishes, artisanal cheeses, good local beer, and excellent bakeries.
• Conclude your journey in Ottawa, with its riverside paths, museums, and lively markets, all easy to explore on foot or by bike.

ROUTE EXPECTATIONS:

Click here to learn about our difficulty rating system.

An easy ride on relatively flat terrain with very gradual descents and inclines, until the final day when the topography becomes hilly. Some of the route is paved, and some on crushed stone. Road bikes are not advised unless equipped for unpaved surfaces. Most of the route is traffic-free.

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Daily Distance:

• 1: Saint-Jérôme to Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts ~55km (+600m / -300m).
• 2: Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts to Mont-Tremblant ~54km (+350m / -500m).
• 3: Mont-Tremblant Loop ~52km (+500m / -500m).
• 4: Mont-Tremblant to Nominingue ~55km (+300m / -300m).
• 5: Maniwaki to Low ~37km (+250m / -250m) or ~76km (+400m / -450m).
• 6: Wakefield Loop ~30km (+400m / -400m).
• 7: Wakefield through Gatineau Park ~51km (+700m / -750m), transfer into Ottawa.

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Activity Levels

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To help you choose an appropriate level of daily challenge, we use elevation profiles to represent the route, and a challenge-rating system using symbols from the skiing world. Many of you will already be familiar with it; If not, here is a brief explanation. Note that these classifications may vary with weather and/or road conditions, and you should always arrive with a sense of fun and adventure. If you are unsure, choose a guided trip. The vehicle support can help you get over any hill, and can turn even the most difficult trip into an easy one.

 

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The easiest routes we offer, these are generally flat and cover relatively relaxed distances. You will be comfortable riding a hybrid bike, walking in sneakers, or paddling a light kayak, and will normally have time to take many photos and enjoy extended lunches.

 

This is primarily an easy route, but some days may fall into the moderate category. You can expect time to stop and smell the roses, but some of the rides may be on more hilly terrain.

 

Requiring moderate fitness levels, these cover terrain with hills and valleys, and tend to include distances of 50-80km (30-50mi.)/day cycling, or 3-6 hours of walking per day. Most Freewheeling Adventures fall into this category, and are suitable for most ability levels.

 

This is primarily a moderate route, suitable for most ability levels, but some days may be a little more challenging. You can expect some long distances, and/or some big climbs/descents.

 

The most challenging trips, these include longer distances, bigger hills, long hikes, exposed paddling, and full days of activity. We recommend a higher degree of fitness and training to make the most of the experience.

 

There is also a rare double black diamond, reserved for only the most difficult adventures.

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