Cruise to Grosse-Ile

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Grosse Île, an exceptionnel place!

Part nature, part history! The true essence of Grosse-Ile : breathtaking natural landscapes, inspirational sceneries, moving historic tales , the promise of an unforgettable visit … Take a leisurely walk through the Irish path, or even a stroll down the Lovers lane. Step where thousands of immigrants have stepped before, at your own pace, in your own way.

Between 1832 and 1937, Grosse-Ile was the quarantine station that served the port of Quebec. This site testifies to the tragic events that occurred in the summer of 1847 when many Irish immigrants fled the Great Famine. Today a National Historic Site of Canada, Grosse-Ile opens its doors to you. Over forty historic buildings, animation with period costumes, pedestrian trails, central exhibit on village life, guided tours …

A cruise on St-Laurence to see Quebec from a different angle… a visit on the island to live Canadian history in a new way! A seven hour excursion with a commented cruise from Québec to Grosse Ile and a visit of the island with Parks Canada experienced guides.

Inclusion

Animates Cruise in the St-Laurence, island history, local legends, etc., 4 hour stop at Grosse-Île-and-the-Irish-Memorial national historic site of Canada, Animated tours with Parks Canada guides, Commented Trolley ride to the Eastern sector and Lunch Break: Bring your own lunches or you can use a lunch service in the island (sandwiches, soft drink, chocolate, etc.)

Exclusion

Lunch and Hotel pickup

Hours of operation

Tour is available May to October: Wednesday through Sunday. Tour Departs from Quebec Old-Port pier at 10:00 am. (Returns about 5:30pm). Tour departs from Ile d'Orleans at 10:30 am (Returns about 5:00pm).

Duration

7 hours, about 4 hour stopovers on Grosse-Île.

Location Departs from: Quebec Old-Port pier: 180, Dalhousie street Bassin Louise, Pier 19 (Near the lock), G1K 8M7 Île d’Orléans: Saint-Laurent's marina, At the corner of chemin Royal and chemin du Quai

Participant restrictions

Children under 5 are admitted free of charge.
Cannot accommodate wheel chairs.

Location

Departs from: Quebec Old-Port pier: 180, Dalhousie street Bassin Louise, Pier 19 (Near the lock), G1K 8M7 Île d’Orléans: Saint-Laurent's marina, At the corner of chemin Royal and chemin du Quai

Participant restrictions Children under 5 are admitted free of charge.
Cannot accommodate wheel chairs.

Policies Please be present at the ticket office minimum 30 to 45 minutes before the departure. Clients will be advised of the departure time for this tour prior to their departure. Advance reservations required. The following items are recommended: your own lunch box.

All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation