Circuits au Canada en hiver

ENGLISH TOURS
	Winter Adventure 8 jrs - Deep in the heart of British Columbia’s High Country on the fringes of Wells Gray Provincial Park, lie the picturesque Blue Grouse Country Inn and Nakiska Ranch. Surrounded by the Shuswap Highlands, the Cariboo Mountains and park’s pristine wilderness, the area offers a wonderful selection of activities. For the first few days, you will be dogsledding through the snow-covered forests of Wells Gray Provincial Park mushing your own team of well-trained Canadian Eskimo dogs. Then you will mount your snowmobiles and set out on an exhilarating ride across the Grizzly Mountain Plateau with the peaks of the Foghorn or Granite Mountain in the background. For the last two days, you will strap on a pair of snowshoes to explore the beautiful backcountry, and discover the 18-m-high Dawson Falls and the famous ice cone of Helmcken Falls. The programme offers something for everyone but does require participants to be in good physical fitness.
	Winter Snow Train Adventure 8 jrs - Calgary, Banff, Jasper, et Vancouver. Discover Western Canada’s winter wonderland on your journey from the snow-topped Rocky Mountains through the stunning heartland of British Columbia to the intriguing Coastal Mountains. Your adventure begins in Alberta’s provincial capital from where you travel through the beautiful Banff and Jasper National Parks in the magnificent setting of the Canadian Rockies. In the resort town of Banff, you will join a discovery tour of the town’s historic landmarks including admission to the Cave and Basin and observation of the park’s wildlife. Your next destination is Jasper where you can enjoy an array of onsite activities before you board VIA Rail’s Snow Train and experience the romance of riding through Western Canada’s snow-covered landscape. Your final destination is Vancouver, the bustling seaside city where the Coastal Mountains give you a fabulous view over the adjoining ocean. The excitement in Vancouver continues as you go on a sightseeing tour to the Capilano Suspension Bridge and Grouse Mountain. You will also enjoy admission to Storyeum, an underground learning and entertainment complex located in the city’s historic Gastown area. Here, informative tours and entertaining performances will bring Canada’s West Coast history to life.
	Dogsledding Adventures, Yukon 8 jrs -Whitehorse et Yukon. Challenge yourself on this fun dogsledding adventure! What could be more exhilarating than roaming through the Yukon wilderness on a dogsled and enjoying an enchanting night in a base camp log cabin or a comfortable wall tent camp? You will explore untouched wilderness inhabited by herds of elk, caribou, and other interesting wildlife. Relive history as you discover Gold Rush relics and feel like a professional musher as you travel down the Yukon Quest Trail. Most important is the harmony you will feel with nature and your spirited team of Huskies. For the first few days, Blue Kennels will be your base camp from which you lead your dogs out into the Yukon’s white wonderland. You will then leave behind the last remnants of civilization and head out to the Tent Camp at 37 Mile Lake - true northern wilderness! Dogsledding is a comparable physical activity to cross-country skiing, so you should be in relatively good physical health.

	Artic Adventure, Whitehorse 8 jrs - Bundle up on this tour of some of Canada’s most remote, yet fascinating northern sights. From Whitehorse, travel the famous Alaska and Klondike Highways to Dawson City and uncover its rich Goldrush history. Drive further north along the gravel Dempster Highway, offering an array of arctic scenery en route to the Polar Circle. Marvel at the sight of the Tombstone Mountains rising from the frozen terrain in contrast to the vast plateaus providing unlimited views. You’ll also have the chance to visit Tuktoyaktuk, a small Inuit village at the edge of the Arctic Circle. This programme combines small group van travel and flightseeing, giving passengers a unique land and bird’s-eye perspective upon this frozen wonderland.
	Dogsledding, Québec 4 jrs - St-Etienne de Lauzon, Québec - This winter, live the adventure of dogsledding! The sound of the sled gliding through snow, the exciting barking and panting of the dogs and the endless winter wonderland all make for an unforgettable “musher” experience. To enhance your enjoyment, this package also includes several days in the enchanting setting of historic Quebec City. Wander down the cobblestone streets, explore the city’s walls and indulge in the numerous cafés and restaurants of this World Heritage Site. Or, take advantage of 3-area ski pass that gives you access to Mont Sainte-Anne, Stoneham and le Massif (please refer to our ski programmes section for details).
	Winter Experience, Le Baluchon 5 jrs - Saint- Paulin -The wintry landscape of Quebec’s Mauricie region, with its spectacle of snow-covered forests, majestic mountains and frozen waterways, is a popular setting for those looking for a real fresh air experience combined with the comforts of lodge-style accommodation. Le Baluchon Inn, located in the picturesque countryside midway between Montreal and Quebec City, warmly welcomes you to take part in a variety of outdoor activities. Your package includes a sleigh ride and a one-hour horseback ride, both wonderful ways to leisurely admire the winter scenery. Skating, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, exercise facilities, hiking and snowtubing are also on site and complimentary to all guests. When it’s time to warm up, relax and rejuvenate at the first-class spa facility or indulge in the acclaimed gourmet dining fare – the perfect way to end your day!
	Winter Wonderland, Laurentians 5 jrs - St-Odile, région de Montreal Nord - Let traditional French-Canadian hospitality welcome you at Hotel Le Chantecler, an enchanting all-season resort nestled in Quebec’s Laurentian Mountains, just 45 minutes north of Montreal. Feel the wind on your face as you’re pulled by a team of dogs through the winter wilderness. Experience the stillness of a frozen lake as you wait to make your first catch through a hole in the ice. Hold the reigns as you explore sparkling, snow-covered trails on horseback. Get into the spirit of winter and discover some of the many popular outdoor recreational activities that Canada is famous for. Optional downhill skiing and snowmobiling excursions are available on site and are sure to enhance your winter adventure. In the evening, enjoy a meal with splendid lake views in the glass-enclosed fine dining room.
	Québec Snowmobile Expedition 8 jrs - This guided snowmobile tour combines the natural splendour of a winter landscape with the excitement of a snowmobile expedition. Expert mechanic-guides will lead travellers along the trails of Quebec’s famed Laurentian region. In six days of snowmobiling, participants will cover 1225 kilometres of groomed tracks and off-trail terrain. Participants must be in excellent shape due to the physical demands of this challenging programme.