General Brochure

2015
Day 3 / 4 p.m., discovery of the scenic landscapes of the Îles de la Madeleine.
Benchmarks
Focus on the Itinerary
4
Trip Map
5
Included in the Cruise
6
The Richness of the Islands
7
Cruise Schedules
8
Our Theme Cruises
9
Our Cruise Rates
10
Our Packages 11
For more than 10 years, CTMA has offered a unique cruise to the Îles de la Madeleine from
Montréal. The cruise is a Madelinot experience unlike any other that also includes discovering
the riches of the St. Lawrence River. Combine moments of relaxation, various activities and
gourmet pleasures while you discover breathtaking marine landscapes, pampered by a
charming crew. A cruise aboard the CTMA Vacancier is definitely the best way to connect
with the Islands.
3
Focus on the Itinerary
A cruise featuring several stopovers and many discoveries and encounters, of which you will keep everlasting memories.
Friday : Boarding at the Port of Montréal
After sailing past Old Montréal, you will see, in turn, Notre-Dame and Sainte-Hélène islands, the beautiful Berthier-Sorel archipelago,
Trois-Rivières, the Basilica of Notre-Dame-du-Cap, Québec City and its impressive night lights around midnight.
Saturday : Cruising on the St. Lawrence River and along the Gaspé coast
TROIS
RIVIÈR
You will cruise from Tadoussac on the north shore of the river to the south shore, where you will be able to admire the Gaspé coast. You
will see such impressive sights as the farm wind, Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, the Chic-Chocs mountains, Forillon National Park and the Bay of
Gaspé.
Sunday, Monday and Tuesday : Stay-over on the Îles de la Madeleine*
After breakfast aboard the CTMA Vacancier, you can enjoy one of our three packages, or you will be invited to hit the road to explore the
many pathways and treasures of the archipelago. * Arrival at the Islands on Sunday morning and departure on Tuesday night.
Wednesday : Stopover in Gaspésie and cruising on the St. Lawrence River
During the stopover at Chandler, you can visit the surrounding area or take a shuttle to the town of Percé and its famous Rock. You then
cruise between Île Bonaventure and Percé Rock, before going back up the beautiful Gaspésie coast.
Thursday : Tadoussac and its whales, Charlevoix, and stopover in Québec City
Back on the north shore of the river, you may get to see whales near Tadoussac. Later on, you will enjoy the charm of the Charlevoix region,
the unique Île d’Orléans and Montmorency Falls. In the afternoon, you will explore some of the most beautiful parts of Québec City during
a stopover of several hours.
Friday : Return to Montréal
After an unforgettable week, the ship will dock at the port of Montréal in the morning.
Special itinerary ! Check our Calendar (page 8) to learn about our special itinerary Theme Cruises.
N. B. Please note that this itinerary may be changed due to unavoidable circumstances.
Discover the magnificence of the S
4
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 6
Day 7
HAVRE-SAINT-PIERRE
LA BAIE
TROISRIVIÈRES
Regular itinerary
Special itineraries
The warm welcome of the Madelinots, among the many treasures of the Islands
the St. Lawrence River
y3
ay 7
“On board the CTMA Vacancier, we all share a
common passion for the sea and to the satisfaction and wonders it brings.”
Captain LANGFORD,
Born in Havre-aux-Maisons
5
You will feel like you are already on the Islands from
team will show you all the treasures of the St. Lawrence
the very moment you step aboard. As reflected in the
through interpretive workshops and observation
many expressions of gratitude left by our passengers,
of whales and other marine mammals. You can also
our charming crew members are famous for their warm
connect with the Islands through workshops and
welcome, friendliness and courtesy. All these values
presentations available soon after you board the ship.
define the unique personality of Madelinots.
For a fee, you will be able to relax at the Beauty Salon,
The list of services offered on board is also significant.
The bars, restaurant and dining room will allow you
have access to wireless Internet, and buy a few gifts in
our Gift Shop.
to sample the many specialties of the archipelago,
When you arrive at the destination, you will be both
especially its famous lobster. To occupy your free time,
charmed and regaled by the archipelago’s abundance of
you will have a reading room, a cinema and observation
attractions such as its white sand beaches, flavours of
rooms, and you can stay in shape thanks to our exercise
the sea, magnificent landscapes, and many other riches.
room. As for entertainment, a dynamic and passionate
Beaches, flavours of the sea, magnificent landscapes… enjoy
Included in the Cruise
Accommodation
• 7 nights in a cabin aboard the CTMA Vacancier
Service
• Kind, welcoming and helpful Madelinot personnel
Meals
•Available 24 hours a day
• 14 meals* on the ship in order to experience the
typical cuisine of the Islands in all its freshness and aromas
• Late breakfast with fruits and muffins
• Evening snack
• Coffee, tea and herbal tea offered at all times
• Wake up call service
• Various practical items available upon request
(hair dryer, iron, etc.)
* Lunch and evening meals during Island stays are not included (6 meals to plan for).
Entertainment and activities
• Welcome cocktail and introduction of the ship’s crew
• Workshops on the Îles de la Madeleine and tasting local products
• Conferences for all interests
• Live music performance on the outer decks
•Aperitifs and singing at sunset
• Evening entertainment and performances
• Interpretative workshops on the outer decks
• Whale watching
• Dance classes
“At the end of a cruise,
passengers have become friends.”
STÉPHANE _Purser,
born in Bassin
• Movie theatre
• Gym
•And more!
6
cruisesctma.ca
1 888 986-3278
D
DAY 2 / 7 a.m., a breathtaking sunrise on the River, near Tadoussac.
enjoy the richness of the Islands
DAY 1 / 6 p.m., the tasty typical cuisine of the Islands, by Léon Langford, Madelinot Executive Chef.
7
Our Cruises
Calendar 2015
THE CLASSIC CRUISE
Available from July 3 to August 28, 2015, the one-week-long Classic Cruise (8 days and 7 nights) is a perfect blend of good
food, beautiful scenery and friendly crew members. This Madelinot classic lets you discover all aspects of the Islands, with
authentic Madelinot cuisine and various presentations.
THEME CRUISEs
Theme Cruises have specific departures dates in June and September. Several activities related to a particular theme are
organized on the ship during each weekly cruise*. The presence of special guests on each Theme Cruise helps highlight that
theme.
* Note that these thematic activities are part of the cruise, and are therefore included in the prices.
June 12 to 19, 2015
June 19 to 26, 2015
Gourmet Islands
Savour the typical cuisine of the
Islands
July 3 to 10, 2015
June 26 to July 3, 2015
Treasures of Québec
Rediscover your Québec
July 10 to 17, 2015
July 24 to 31, 2015
The Classic Cruise
July 31 to August 7, 2015
The Classic Cruise
August 7 to 14, 2015
The Classic Cruise
August 14 to 21, 2015
The Classic Cruise
August 21 to 28, 2015
The Classic Cruise
August 28 to September 4, 2015
The Classic Cruise
September 4 to 11, 2015
The Classic Cruise
September 11 to 18, 2015
Wine & Fine Cuisine
Surrender to the culinary pleasures
Steering towards Acadie
Sail the Acadian Route from Montréal
to the Islands
Cruise through country music
with Paul Daraîche
July 17 to 24, 2015
The Classic Cruise
The Classic Cruise
A Country Tune
September 18 to 25, 2015
Gourmet Dining
Discover fine food inspired by
delectable local products
* Departure from Montréal or Trois-Rivières
Special itineraries are also planned to discover new areas of Québec, in addition to the stay on the Islands.
8
cruisesctma.ca
1 888 986-3278
Our Theme Cruises
Gourmet Islands – June 12 to 19
Wine & Fine Cuisine – September 4 to 11
Savour the typical cuisine of the Islands. Our Madelinot chefs
come together to share with you their knowledge and passion
for the flavours of the sea and the Islands’ terroir. In high fishing
season, this cruise will feature fresh local lobster, renowned for its
unmatched quality.
Surrender to the culinary pleasures. Wine and fine cuisine will be
the focus of this gourmet cruise. Sample the delectable flavours of
local Québec products, discover all the facets of wine production
in Québec and even visit a winery during a special stopover.*
Highlights
• Gourmet dinner prepared by famous Saguenay Chef
Marcel Bouchard
• Sublime pairings of food and wine by famous sommeliers
• Introduction to products from the Fromagerie du Pied-De-Vent
(Madelinot cheese making factory)
•Presentation on wine production in Québec
SPECIAL ITINERARY!
2-day stay on in the Islands • Stopover at La Baie • Stopover at Québec City
Treasures of Québec – June 19 to 26
Steering towards Acadie – September 11 to 18
Rediscover Québec through the St. Lawrence River, its culinary
roots, music and history. La Belle Province will captivate you with
all its treasures. From Montréal to the Îles de la Madeleine, you will
discover the province’s most beautiful sites from a unique vantage
point.
Sail the Acadian Route from Montréal to the Islands, with a
stopover at Havre-Saint-Pierre to visit the Madelinots’ cousins.
Through history, music and traditional food, you will experience
total cultural immersion in the Madelinot’ Acadian roots.
Highlights
•
•
•
•
Québec in the words of a local storyteller
Presentation on Québec’s seafaring heritage
Introduction to Québec’s culinary traditions
Musical evenings with Québec’s most popular songs
*Tours sold on board ($).
•Menus featuring a cornucopia of seafood as well as products
from Islands’ terroir
•A Wall-to-wall lobster day: demonstrations, cooking tips, etc.
•Tales and anecdotes from a Madelinot fisherman
•Workshop and sampling of Islands’ products
Highlights
Highlights
•
•
•
•
Presentation on the history of Acadia and the origin of Acadian
words
Workshop on Acadian recipes
Comedy show with Tante Emma
Musical evenings with the Madelinot band Suroît
SPECIAL ITINERARY!
Stopover at Havre-Saint-Pierre • Sail up the Saguenay Fjord
A Country Tune – June 26 to July 3
Gourmet Dining – September 18 to 25
Cruise through country music with Paul Daraîche and his family. In
a festive atmosphere, this cruise will showcase country music, dance
and traditions. Many guests will share their talent and passion for
this legendary style of music.
Discover fine food inspired by delectable local products. Two
famous chefs will create fusion dishes featuring local products
from the Islands and Québec, so you can taste Québec at its very
best. The culinary experience will also extend to presentations,
workshops and demonstrations.
Highlights
Highlights
•
•
•
•
* Departure from Montréal or Trois-Rivières
Musical evenings with Paul Daraîche and his family
Country music’s greatest hits with Madelinienne singer
Brigitte Leblanc and guests
Music presentation and workshop
Festive atmosphere with activities on the outer decks
•
•
•
Gourmet dinners with Chef Jean-Luc Boulay and Madelinienne
Chef Johanne Vigneau
Cooking demonstrations
Workshop and sampling of local Islands’ products
SPECIAL ITINERARY!
Stopover in Gaspésie • Stopover in Trois-Rivières
Please note that some activities are only available in French.
cruisesctma.ca
1 888 986-3278
9
Our Cruise Rates
Ce qui est inclus avec la croisière
If you would like to live the experience and come aboard, we offer many different options.
From $999*
From $
1 069*
Inside cabin, private bathroom
Illustrated cabin : 1 239 $*
Inside cabin, shared bathroom
From $1 109*
Outside cabin, shared bathroom
From $ 1 359*
Outside cabin, private bathroom
* Price per person based on double occupancy / 60 years or older (add 94 $/person for adult rate) / taxes and port fees not included.
Price includes: see list on page 6
Fees to plan for : tips aboard the ship / meals and activities during the stay-over on the Islands / excursions during the stopovers (sold aboard) /
beverages.
For information on all our cabin options, please visit our website or contact us by telephone.
Also available :
• Alternative trip options (simple one-way, Montreal–Chandler or Chandler–Îles de la Madeleine)
•Rates for children
•Rates for bringing a vehicle or a bike aboard the ship
Reservation and Cancellation Policy
Reservations : More than 60 days before departure: deposit of $300/person (round-trip cruise Montréal – Îles de la Madeleine)
60 days or less before departure: Payment in-full for the cruise
Cancellations : More than 60 days before departure: loss of deposit
60 days or less before departure: No reimbursement
To purchase cancellation insurance, please contact our customer service personnel.
10 cruisesctma.ca
1 888 986-3278
Our Packages
Choose a memorable stay on the Islands
Choose one of our three packages and you are sure to have an unforgettable trip to the Îles de la Madeleine. This special offer gives
you the opportunity to visit the Madelinot archipelago in tranquility according to your interests and desires.
Flavours
Weekly departures
from June 12 to September 18, 2015
From
1579
*
$
The package includes :
• 7 nights accommodation aboard the CTMA Vacancier
• Entertainment and activities aboard the ship
•All meals, including 15 meals on the ship and 5 meals at local restaurants
• 3 days of guided tours and activities on the Îles de la Madeleine : Discover the best restaurants on the Islands, sample products from the terroir, visit producers and craftspeople
Taste
Art & Culture
Weekly departures
from June 12 to September 18, 2015
From
1569
*
$
The package includes :
• 7 nights accommodation aboard the CTMA Vacancier
• Entertainment and activities aboard the ship
• All meals, including 14 meals on the ship and 6 meals at local restaurants
• 3 days of guided tours and activities on the Îles de la Madeleine: Tour museums and art galleries, meet and chat with craftspeople, take in a play and evening show
Encounter
Cycling & Outdoors
Weekly departures
from June 12 to September 18, 2015
From
1199
$
*
The package includes :
• 7 nights accommodation aboard the CTMA Vacancier
• Entertainment and activities aboard the ship
• 14 meals on the ship
• 3 picnic-style meals during the cycling stay-over on
the Islands
• Orientation sessions and itinerary adjustments depending on the winds
• Shuttle, support and repair services along the circuit
• Transport of one bike per person
Explore
* Price per person based on double occupancy / 60 years or older / inside cabin, shared bathroom (other options available) / taxes and port fees not included.
11
DAY 6 / 2 p.m., sailing and relaxing at sea.
“A heartfelt thank you to the entire crew: thanks to
you, we experienced some extraordinary moments.
We really appreciated all your beautiful smiles. You
won our hearts throughout this trip.”
cruisesctma.ca
/croisieresctma
info@ctma.ca
1 888 986-3278
Photos: Dizifilms, Gabriel Rancourt, George Fischer, Georges Gaudet, l’Île imagin’Air, Meggie Richard, Sylvio Aucoin.
© GEMINI
Sylvie and Mario, from Repentigny