Jun 1 - Jun 6, 2025
Québec
Hike, Bike & Kayak the Border Country of Quebec & Vermont
Program No. 2201060MEADV-0219
Bike southern Québec with stops for wine and cider tasting, kayak the calm waters of Lake Memphremagog and hike Vermont’s historic Long Trail on this expert-led outdoor adventure.
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6 days
5 nights
14 meals
5B 4L 5D
1
Check-In, Registration, Welcome Dinner, Orientation
Glen Sutton, QC
2
Hiking, Walking on the Sutton Massif
Glen Sutton, QC
3
Bike the Border Line, Inspector Gamache Rides Into Vermont
Glen Sutton, QC
4
Half will kayak other half will hike
Glen Sutton, QC
5
Lake Brome, Quebec (Kayaking), Vermont (Biking)
Glen Sutton, QC
6
Program Concludes after breakfast
Glen Sutton, QC
At a Glance
National Geographic calls Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom "the most desirable place to explore in the country" and named Québec's Route Verte "the best bicycling trail network on the planet.” What more do you need to know? Let’s get active! Bike, hike and kayak across this region to experience its many outdoor riches. Pedal some of the finest bike rides in Canada’s East and Vermont's Northeast Kingdom, hike trails blazed by European settlers and paddle pristine waterways with experienced instructors. Located in the Eastern Townships and bordering the Northeast Kingdom, the Outdoor Lodge in Glen Sutton is your ideal home base during your adventure.
Activity Level
Outdoor: Spirited
Up to five hours of physical activity each day on varied terrain. Bring your own bike or bikes available to rent on site. Kayakers must be able to swim. All water equipment provided. See itinerary for details on daily activities and on which days there are options.
Small Group
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
Best of all, you’ll…
- Visit Devil's Gulch on a hike along Vermont's Long Trail, the oldest long-distance walking trail in America.
- Bike on traffic-free back roads to wine and ice cider tastings, fascinating museums or a local monastery to hear some Gregorian chanting.
- Paddle a kayak in safety on flat water under the watchful eye of expert instructors who provide tips for kayakers of all levels.
General Notes
Due to the nature of this program, listening devices will be unavailable.
Featured Expert
All trip experts
Stephen Giesler
Stephen Giesler lives for the outdoors and all the sporting pleasures that can be found there. As an instructor and active participant in Road Scholar’s outdoor programs, he is the person you want with you when you’re ready for an adventure. He has been downhill skiing since he was three, is a multiple Gold Bar Canadian Ski Marathoner, and has white water kayaked on four continents. Along with his wife Joy, they organize outdoor experiences in the countryside of southern Quebec and northern Vermont.
Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.
Stephen Giesler
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Stephen Giesler lives for the outdoors and all the sporting pleasures that can be found there. As an instructor and active participant in Road Scholar’s outdoor programs, he is the person you want with you when you’re ready for an adventure. He has been downhill skiing since he was three, is a multiple Gold Bar Canadian Ski Marathoner, and has white water kayaked on four continents. Along with his wife Joy, they organize outdoor experiences in the countryside of southern Quebec and northern Vermont.
Suggested Reading List
(15 books)
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Hike, Bike & Kayak the Border Country of Quebec & Vermont
Program Number: 22010
Dishing Up Vermont, 145 Authentic Recipes from the Green Mountain State
A collection of recipes from a broad range of cooks dedicated to sustaining and enriching local culinary traditions, this book celebrates the classic taste of the Green Mountain state.
Walking
Slip this pocket edition of Thoreau's meditations on the spiritual benefits of this most civilized form of travel in your daypack for inspiration.
National Audubon Society Field Guide to New England
A compact, easy-to-use overview of 1,000 New England's trees, wildflowers, mammals, insects and other flora and fauna. It also provides an extensive overview of the area's geology, weather patterns and natural sites.
Shadows on the Rock
Fictional story set in Quebec City in 1697, the early days of New France.
A Traveller's History of Canada
An admirably concise march through Canadian history by Robert Bothwell, who has also written "Canada and Quebec: One Country, Two Histories." Compact, easy-to-read and covering from prehistoric times to today, it's a useful introduction to the country, designed specifically for travelers.
The Nature of Vermont, Introduction and Guide to a New England Environment
Opening with a discussion of the geologic history of Vermont, Johnson provides a lively introduction to major habitats, plants and animals of the state. An excellent survey of natural history.
A People's History of Quebec
A People's History of Quebecby Robin Philbot, Jacques Lacoursiere
This swift overview of Quebec’s 450-year history by a leading historian covers everything from the earliest days of colonization to the province’s recent efforts to gain independence. Includes a helpful timeline.
New England Wildlife
This laminated, fold-out, pocket-size guide features illustrations of almost 150 species of fish, birds, reptiles, amphibians and mammals.
Still Life
Louise Penny’s award-winning debut novel is also the first in the mystery series starring Inspector Armand Gamache. In this initial installment, Inspector Gamache must investigate a suspicious death in the rural, forested village of Three Pines.
Disappearances
Mosher's award-winning first novel is the enchanting story of a young man and his whiskey-smuggling father and their adventures in the wilderness of northern Vermont in 1932.
The Story of Vermont, A Natural and Cultural History
This second edition of the classic text examines the geologic, ecologic, and cultural forces that came together and produced contemporary Vermont.
Wandering Home, A Long Walk Across America's Most Hopeful Landscape
On a three-week walk from Vermont's Mt. Abraham to his former home in the Adirondack Mountains, prominent American ecologist McKibben meets with environmentally conscious folk, including activists, writers, organic farmers, a vintner and a beekeeper, to discuss important questions about nature and climate change.
The Basic Book of Sea Kayaking
A brief guide to the fundamentals of sea kayaking by a leading authority -- a useful introduction for the beginner and a review for experienced paddlers. With 50 color illustrations.
Reading the Forested Landscape, A Natural History of New England
In this entertaining, informative book, the history of the New England forest unfolds like a mystery novel. Wessels examines the character of the central New England forest through the clues left behind by fires, logging, storms and economic fads.
New England Autumn
Magnificent photographs of farmsteads, pastures, forests, wharves and villages from Maine to Connecticut are paired with the poetry and literature of Dickinson, Thoreau and Waldo Emerson in this pictorial celebration of season. With a 14-page section of maps and practical travel information.
Program
At a Glance
Duration
6 days
Program Begins
Glen Sutton, QC
Program Concludes
Glen Sutton, QC
Group Type
Small Group
Meals
14
| 5B |
4L |
5D |
Activity Level
National Geographic calls Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom "the most desirable place to explore in the country" and named Québec's Route Verte "the best bicycling trail network on the planet.” What more do you need to know? Let’s get active! Bike, hike and kayak across this region to experience its many outdoor riches. Pedal some of the finest bike rides in Canada’s East and Vermont's Northeast Kingdom, hike trails blazed by European settlers and paddle pristine waterways with experienced instructors. Located in the Eastern Townships and bordering the Northeast Kingdom, the Outdoor Lodge in Glen Sutton is your ideal home base during your adventure.)
Best of all, you'll...
- Visit Devil's Gulch on a hike along Vermont's Long Trail, the oldest long-distance walking trail in America.
- Bike on traffic-free back roads to wine and ice cider tastings, fascinating museums or a local monastery to hear some Gregorian chanting.
- Paddle a kayak in safety on flat water under the watchful eye of expert instructors who provide tips for kayakers of all levels.
General Notes
Due to the nature of this program, listening devices will be unavailable.
Featured Expert
Stephen Giesler
Stephen Giesler lives for the outdoors and all the sporting pleasures that can be found there. As an instructor and active participant in Road Scholar’s outdoor programs, he is the person you want with you when you’re ready for an adventure. He has been downhill skiing since he was three, is a multiple Gold Bar Canadian Ski Marathoner, and has white water kayaked on four continents. Along with his wife Joy, they organize outdoor experiences in the countryside of southern Quebec and northern Vermont.
Please Note:
This expert may not be available for every date of the program
Activity Level
Outdoor: Spirited
Up to five hours of physical activity each day on varied terrain. Bring your own bike or bikes available to rent on site. Kayakers must be able to swim. All water equipment provided. See itinerary for details on daily activities and on which days there are options.
Small Group
(13 to 24)
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
Suggested Reading List
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(15 Books)
You can also find many of the books we recommend at the Road Scholar store on bookshop.org, a website that supports local bookstores.
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Duration
6 days
5 nights
What's Included
14 meals | 5B | 4L | 5D |
3 expert-led lectures
4 expert-led field trips
An experienced Group Leader
5 nights of accommodations
Taxes and customary gratuity
Road Scholar Assurance Plan
Day
1
Check-In, Registration, Welcome Dinner, Orientation
Location:
Glen Sutton, QC
Meals:
D
Stay:
Outdoor Lodge in Glen Sutton
Afternoon:
Due to the remote location of this program, a scheduled complimentary shuttle is available from the airport in Burlington, VT, departing promptly at 3:30 pm. Check-in time is 3:00 - 5:00 pm for those arriving independently. All levels are welcome. Meet your hosts and fellow Road Scholars in the commodious Great Room with its fireplace and extensive library that provides a casual and comfortable spot for refreshments and lively conversation.
Dinner:
Dinner is at the lodge in the open format kitchen and dining room. Enjoy high-end homestyle cooking with menus designed and prepared by our team of chefs. Dinner is a plated meal and will consist of salad or soup, entrée, and dessert. In this age of fast cuisine, we think you’ll appreciate the effort that the dining team puts into their “from scratch” delicacies. Special dietary needs must be noted on the Participant Information Form. If you do not advise us of your requirements or special needs well in advance of your program, we may not be able to accommodate your requests once you arrive on the program.
Evening:
Orientation: Around 7:30 pm we gather for a general introduction of guests and a detailed outline of the week. Following that there will be a talk about Glen Sutton, the Eastern Townships and the general scene in this part of the world. Please be aware that local circumstances may require adjusting program elements for weather or other circumstances. In the event of changes, we will alert you as quickly as possible. Thank you for your understanding. Free time is reserved for your personal independent exploration. Evenings at leisure offer opportunities to make the program more meaningful and memorable through personal independent exploration, engaging in available activities on your own, or simply relaxing and making new friends among fellow participants. The Group Leader will always be happy to offer suggestions. Continue getting to know your fellow Road Scholars, settle in, and get a good night’s rest for the day ahead.
Day
2
Hiking, Walking on the Sutton Massif
Location:
Glen Sutton, QC
Meals:
B,L,D
Stay:
Outdoor Lodge in Glen Sutton
Activity Note
Options for a gentle walk or a more demanding hike. Hikes are 4-5 hours on varied terrain. Hikes are categorized as Intermediate in difficulty: net elevation gains of about 1600'; walks are 3-4 hours over forest trails or flattish country laneways. Daypacks required. Van transfers to trail heads between 20 - 50 minutes. Hikers will be accompanied by 2 - 3 guides, walkers by 1 - 2, depending on the terrain and group size
Breakfast:
Enjoy a self-serve breakfast at the Lodge offering a variety of healthy options: generally a hot option (eggs, oatmeal, hot cereal, etc.) fresh fruit bowls, yogurts, local maple syrup, variety of breads.
Morning:
Gather on the porch to get the map of the day for our 9:00 a.m. departure. Hikers: Our adventure this morning is to Round Top (Mont Sutton), the local peak visible from the Lodge (it's a 25 minute drive to the trailhead). We climb through a mixed beech-maple forest to Spruce Lake where we lunch at a waterside pavilion. Walkers: We walk alongside a dancing brook that leads us gently downhill from the base of Mont Sutton towards the village of Sutton (alias Three Pines in the Inspecteur Gamache crime novels). We lunch by an old dam.
Lunch:
Bag lunch near trails or on shore around noon at a pre-designated spot.
Afternoon:
Hikers: We continue upwards to summit of Round Top. Descend by a different path to point of origin. Time for a visit to town of Sutton. Hiking time approximately 4 hours. Intermediate difficulty. (Note: Trail conditions or closures due to bird nesting sites or washouts may have us exploring other arteries of the Sutton massif). Walkers: The downward trail continues to Sutton. Some time to see the sights of this tourist town with 4 bakeries and a chocolate shop. Much ado about the magical natural order. Walking time approximately 3 hours. We are normally back at the Lodge between 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. where there is plenty of time for a swim, a snooze, a snack. or a pre-dinner drink (BYOB).
Dinner:
Dinner at 6 pm. Drinks before dinner if so desired. The lodge is a B.Y.O.B establishment. Alcoholic beverages are not served on-site but participants are welcome to bring their own.
Evening:
Evening lectures commence at 7:30 p.m. Topics might include Heart Healthy Living, Canadian History, American Invasions of Canada (1775 - 1871), Quebec Politics Since the Quiet Revolution, The Gerry Bull Story, Natural History, Native Canadian History, European Adventure Travel, International Adventure Travel Tales.
Day
3
Bike the Border Line, Inspector Gamache Rides Into Vermont
Location:
Glen Sutton, QC
Meals:
B,L,D
Stay:
Outdoor Lodge in Glen Sutton
Activity Note
All cycling takes place almost entirely on pavement. Average ride 25 miles over rolling terrain (some do more and some do less). We can adjust terrain from quite hilly to quite flat as we have a range of 20 rides to choose from. The scenery of upstate Vermont and the Eastern Townships will dazzle you. Many roads will be traffic free.
Breakfast:
At the Lodge at 8:00 a.m.
Morning:
Gather on the porch to get the map of the day for our 9:00 a.m. departure. Today we bike on both sides of the Quebec/Vermont border. Rental bikes are fitted as needed in early morn. We can choose from 20 different day rides which average 25 miles in length (some do more, some do less). Our sag wagon is constantly on patrol and is equipped with repair tools, spares and reserve water. A short van ride with bikes in tow and then the spinning begins. Rides are 99% on pavement and our area is renowned for good shoulders and very low traffic densities that often see more bicycles than cars on any given day.
Lunch:
Meet for a bag lunch a pre-designated spot.
Afternoon:
Cycling continues in the afternoon and ends around 3-3:30 p.m. Plenty of time to shuttle home, shower, nap, read, swim and have that pre-dinner drink.
Dinner:
Dinner at 6 pm. Drinks before dinner if so desired. The lodge is a B.Y.O.B establishment. Alcoholic beverages are not served on-site but participants are welcome to bring their own.
Evening:
We will meet for our evening lecture at the Lodge.
Day
4
Half will kayak other half will hike
Location:
Glen Sutton, QC
Meals:
B,L,D
Stay:
Outdoor Lodge in Glen Sutton
Activity Note
Three sports, four days: Today the group will be divided in half, one half will be hiking and the other will be kayaking. Kayakers will visit the northeast part of Vermont to paddle the length of Lake Willoughby (3 - 4 hours). Hikers will climb Mount Pisgah (intermediate difficulty) one of America's finest, this area is known as the Switzerland of Vermont, . Mount Pisgah is a 50 minute drive.
Breakfast:
At the Lodge.
Morning:
Gather on the porch to get the map of the day for our 9:00 a.m. departure. Hikers: Mt. Pisgah is about a 50 minute drive to the trailhead in Vermont, stunning overlooks of 1,000' cliffs make this day special. The hike has a vertical rise of 1,491', 4 to 5 hour hike. This is the first site in Vermont to which the peregrine falcon returned after the DDT crisis of the mid 1900's Kayakers: behold Lake Willoughby! A 3-4 mile long feast for the eyes. Depending on the wind (direction/speed) we may run the entire lake or explore sections from beaches at either end. Much ado about directional intent, loose hips, paddle subtleties, with the possibility of surfing. This is a high adventure kayaking day.
Lunch:
Bag lunch on the summit of Mt.Pisgah (hikers) and by Lake Willoughby's shore (kayakers)
Afternoon:
Outdoor activities continue. Hikers: Another 90 minutes or so will have us off the mountain - perhaps to enjoy a swim in Lake Willoughby, before heading to The Toasted Bun for a cool-down ice cream. Kayakers paddle onto the lake's end, reload the kayaks onto the trailer, then rendezvous with nearby hikers and journey back to base.
Dinner:
Dinner at 6 pm. Drinks before dinner if so desired. The lodge is a B.Y.O.B establishment. Alcoholic beverages are not served on-site but participants are welcome to bring their own.
Evening:
Free evening. Each week has one free evening where guests can sample our world-class movie collection, play bridge, or sample some local theatre.
Day
5
Lake Brome, Quebec (Kayaking), Vermont (Biking)
Location:
Glen Sutton, QC
Meals:
B,L,D
Stay:
Outdoor Lodge in Glen Sutton
Activity Note
Kayakers: A 30 minute van ride to Lake Brome, 22 miles to explore the lovely Quilliams Marsh. All kayaking equipment provided. Cyclists: A 20 minute van ride to Green Mountain summit, 14 miles, where we will start a 6 mile decent.
Breakfast:
At the Lodge.
Morning:
Gather on the porch to get the map of the day for our 9:00 a.m. departure. Cyclists: Passports ready! A short 20 minute van ride to a high point of the Northern Green mountains. Zoom downhill for about 6 miles to the classic Jay Country Store. Quiet country roads with a couple of modest climbs. Kayakers: after a shoreline paddle (0.5 miles) we enter the splendor of Quebec's most enchanting march: wild rice, black ducks, herons, sunning turtles, perhaps an eagle.
Lunch:
Kayakers return to start point for a lakeside lunch. Cyclists celebrate lunch at the Toasted Bun a renowned roadside eatery.
Afternoon:
Outdoor activities continue: Kayakers: options now abound: tour millionaires row (highest density of millionaire wealth in all of Canada), a hardy boys hideaway, and end with a deep-water lake traverse to the marina for a little cool down drink at the Tiki bar. Cyclists: Back to Quebec and approximately a 12 mile easy valley return to Glen Sutton along the Missisquoi Valley road.
Dinner:
Farewell dinner at 6 p.m. Drinks before dinner if so desired. The lodge is a B.Y.O.B establishment. Alcoholic beverages are not served on-site but participants are welcome to bring their own.
Evening:
Farewell evening.
Day
6
Program Concludes after breakfast
Location:
Glen Sutton, QC
Meals:
B
Breakfast:
Enjoy our final breakfast together at the Lodge.
Morning:
Departures after breakfast according to individual travel plans. The airport transfer will depart at 9:00 am; approximate arrival at the Burlington airport is 10:30 am. Check-out is 10:00 am for those departing independently. This concludes our program. We hope you enjoy Road Scholar learning adventures and look forward to having you on rewarding programs in the future. Please be in touch via the Road Scholar Social Network, where you can share memories, pictures and comments. Best wishes for all your journeys.
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MEALS
14 Meals
5 Breakfasts
4 Lunches
5 Dinners
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Participant Reviews
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Biking Hiking and Kayaking in Canada and Vermont was more than I hoped for. The staff were sensitive to any needs of the group and I felt comfortable pushing beyond my own imagined limits. I was always encouraged to do everything. And the food was incomparable!
— Review left August 10, 2024
This was our first Road Scholar program and we loved the experience. Stephen and Joy are wonderful hosts who set the tone for a very enjoyable week. All of the staff were well trained, knowledgeable, and supportive. The meals were amazingly delicious and healthy. The accommodations were very clean and comfortable. The other participants were fun, interesting, and friendly.
— Review left May 28, 2024
We loved this trip. The weather was excellent. The food was great and the activities were challenging. The lodge was wonderful.
— Review left November 5, 2023
This was a very enjoyable trip. Our hosts, Steven and Joy were great.
The Lodge was charming and very comfortable and the meals were fantastic.
The bike ride was a bit too long and I didn't enjoy riding on highways with semi's and garbage trucks speeding by. One van came within 2 feet of me. Finding bike routes off of busy highways would be much better.
— Review left October 16, 2023
A very enjoyable location and program.
Beware, some of the hills on the bicycle route are steep and long
— Review left October 4, 2023
Our hosts, Stephen and Joy, were warm and welcoming. This was my first trip to Canada and I am anxious to return for another trip here. This is a supportive team, and even if, like me, you are slightly out of your comfort zone, the team and my fellow Scholars helped support me. As always, new friendships were formed. Though there were some rainy days, it never felt as if we were short changed. This was one of my favorite trips!
— Review left September 23, 2023
I had the best first time in Canada! Great program mix of education, culture, physical challenges, outstanding food and accommodations shared with friendly caring fun people. Loved it!
— Review left September 23, 2023
Sorry for this late reply!
I had a wonderful time on this trip! Steve and Joy were terrific and fun, as were the other guides with us every step of the way. I am sorry that this late response means I do not remember all of their names now, but to a one, they were wonderful and an inspiration to us all. I was lucky, too, that this particular group of guests were also congenial and fun. While normally one can find a few couples or individuals of interest with whom one gets along, there was a real "esprit du corps" to this group, in part facilitated by the cheerfulness of the leaders and the group tables at dinner. Our dinners and breakfasts were varied, excellent, and beautifully served. Accommodations were pleasant. There were enough activity options for everyone, although, this was a fit and determined group. Steve encouraged me in my desire to challenge myself and NOT use an e-bike. I was thrilled that I was able to conquer the day's 28-mile bike ride on hilly terrain, knowing that I could always make use of the "sag wagon" if necessary. I was impressed with the leaders' ability to encourage challenge but keep everyone safe without hovering or fussing. Given the responsibility of managing a large-ish and older group of adults, I found this impressive indeed. I give this trip an A+.
— Review left September 17, 2023
This was an enjoyable trip that was challenging enough and flexible for what activities you could choose. The dinners were very good and the staff was wonderful. The hosts were lovely and the guides were very helpful. The surrounding countryside is beautiful. Overall, a very nice trip.
— Review left September 5, 2023
A great value for the money. A charming place to stay. Gracious hosts and staff. Wonderful activities in a beautiful locale.
— Review left September 4, 2023
My encouragement to others interested in this program would be that the level of activity you seek will be there on this one. There are offering for all, whether you want to try something new or simply expand your experience in a sport in a new place. And a great dinner will await you when you return.
— Review left August 28, 2023
The hosts, activities, guides, speakers and staff helpers were all great! My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed the guided physical activities that this trip provided.
— Review left August 26, 2023
The Hike, Bike, and Kayak trip in Glen Sutton, Quebec was amazing! The staff made it a memorable, challenging and a fun adventure. I highly recommended it!
— Review left August 11, 2023
A very enjoyable trip that will stretch your muscles to the fullest extent - but in a good way. :-) Canada and northern Vermont are beautiful! Canadians are super nice! Very happy I took this trip.
— Review left August 8, 2023
I enjoyed all the activities biking, hiking and kayaking and felt the pace was just right along with the beautiful views and outstanding group leaders. The food was impressive. The Lodge accommodations were comfortable. The lectures were informative and music night with Tom and his according made it a fun night. I would recommend this trip.
— Review left August 7, 2023
I don't have anything bad to say about the whole experience. The food was great, accommodations were great, though the no key part was strange.
— Review left November 4, 2022
A multi-sport (hiking, biking, kayaking) adventure in Quebec, Canada that I found interesting and challenging. Not for the novice kayaker or the casual cyclist or hiker. The program uses sea kayaks which are long, narrow and a bit difficult to maneuver if you haven't been in one before. The cycling route is mostly over gentle terrain except for one significant hill. The rainy weather precluded an intermediate hike. The substitute hike was a 5-mile loop on Vermont's Long Trail that featured nice water views and a steep short climb on stone steps. The food at the lodge was well above average.
— Review left September 23, 2022
A beautiful location... great food, friendly hosts, wonderful people. Our very flexible and creative hosts... in spite of a power outage, were able to prepare a fantastic meal using the outdoor grill. Very entertaining evening programs
Take the "spirited" description seriously. Thankfully, for my wife and I, we had the option of a second day of kayaking.
Mike and Nancy
Winter Park, FL
— Review left September 12, 2022
Excellent program and wonderful lodge and region of Canada. Beautiful biking, quaint towns, delicious and healthful food and very comfortable accommodations. However, the insistence by the leader of using sea kayaks was not welcomed by me and a couple of others on the trip. Not being an experienced kayaker, I opted out of the activity. A few of the others who tried it weren't happy. "Beginner friendly" kayaks should have been available to us. Either way, it's a beautiful area and instead I spent a great day exploring nearby towns.
— Review left August 27, 2022
A fine mix of outdoor activities with excellent accommodations, food, and trip leaders.
— Review left July 24, 2022
Road Scholar trips always make me learn new things about myself and the world; this trip was no different. Everything came together -- bicycling, hiking, kayaking, excellent food, knowledgeable guides, hosts with expertise and delightful personalities -- all in in the lush, scenic area of Quebec/Vermont.
— Review left July 9, 2022
Fabulous program and lovely area. The availability of e-bikes was a great addition to the biking day and gave me a chance to push myself farther. The instructions on kayaking were a great help and peaked my interest in the sport. Overall a great trip I would recommend to anyone.
— Review left July 9, 2022
I was very unhappy with this trip. I felt accommodation were unsatisfactory in comfort and security. No lock at all on room in unattached building. Hosts did not do good job of welcoming guests or communicating information. Hike was unorganized, not particularly scenic and there was little information provided by guides. I have been on many other group trips that I enjoyed but this experience was lacking in every way.
— Review left December 8, 2019
A wonderful experience with great exercise, as well as opportunities to learn about Quebec.
— Review left August 15, 2019
Great experience - Marvelous food and accommodations! Would recommend this for small groups of friends or a way to meet and make new friends. Level of difficulty of activities is accurate so make sure you are prepared to handle the hiking terrain and kayaking. We found we could easily choose the biking trails that met our abilities and choice of activity level. Loved the variety of activities, but be aware that the 4th day of activity is selected by group consensus and you may not get your first choice.
— Review left July 19, 2019
