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2016
Day 3 / 4 p.m., discovery of the scenic landscapes of the Îles de la Madeleine.
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.
Benchmarks
Focus on the Itinerary
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Trip Map
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Included in the Cruise
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The Richness of the Islands
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Cruise Schedules
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Our Theme Cruises
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Our Cruise Rates
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Our Packages 11
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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.
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Saturday : Cruising on the St. Lawrence River and along the Gaspé coast
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.
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Regular itinerary
Special itineraries
The warm welcome of the Madelinots, among the many treasures of the Islands
the St. Lawrence River
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“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
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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 sessions and observation of whales
many expressions of gratitude left by our passengers,
and other marine mammals. You can also connect
our charming crew members are famous for their warm
with the Islands through workshops and presentations
welcome, friendliness and courtesy. All these values
available soon after you board the ship. For a fee, you
define the unique personality of Madelinots.
will be able to relax at the Beauty Salon, have access to
The list of services offered on board is also significant.
wireless Internet, and buy a few gifts in our Gift Shop.
The bars, restaurant and dining room will allow you
When you arrive at the destination, you will be both
to sample the many specialties of the archipelago,
charmed and regaled by the archipelago’s abundance of
especially its famous lobster. To occupy your free time,
attractions such as its white sand beaches, flavours of
you will have a reading room, a cinema and observation
the sea, magnificent landscapes, and many other riches.
rooms, and you can stay in shape thanks to our exercise
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
• Interpretive sessions 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!
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The CTMA Vacancier passing between Île Bonaventure and Percé Rock in the Gaspé Peninsula.
enjoy the richness of the Islands
DAY 1 / 6 p.m., the tasty typical cuisine of the Islands, by Léon Langford, Madelinot Executive Chef.
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Our Cruises
Calendar 2016
THE CLASSIC CRUISE
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 10 to 17, 2016
June 17 to 24, 2016
Gourmet Islands
Savour the typical cuisine of the
Islands at its very best
July 1st to 8, 2016
Back in Time with the Beatles
Take a trip down memory lane back
to the 1960s and 1970s
August 5 to 12, 2016
The Classic Cruise
August 12 to 19, 2016
The Classic Cruise
August 19 to 26, 2016
The Classic Cruise
August 26 to September 2, 2016
The Classic Cruise
September 2 to 9, 2016
The Classic Cruise
September 9 to 16, 2016
St. Lawrence Treasures
Discover Quebec’s seafaring heritage
Steering towards Acadie
Experience Acadie in all its aspects
Surrender to culinary pleasures
The Classic Cruise
July 29 to August 5, 2016
The Classic Cruise
Wine & Local Flavours
July 15 to 22, 2016
The Classic Cruise
July 22 to 29, 2016
July 8 to 15, 2016
The Classic Cruise
June 24 to July 1st, 2016
September 16 to 23, 2016
Gourmet Inspirations
Discover a cuisine inspired by
flavours from around the world
Special itineraries are also planned to discover new areas of Québec, in addition to the stay on the Islands.
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Our Theme Cruises
Gourmet Islands – June 10 to 17
St. Lawrence Treasures – September 2 to 9
Savour the typical cuisine of the Islands at its very best. Our
Madelinot chef looks forward to sharing his 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.
Discover Quebec’s seafaring heritage and little-known facets of
navigation history on the St. Lawrence River. You will have the
opportunity to sail up the breathtaking Saguenay fjord to discover all
its treasures, and you can take advantage of a photography workshop
to capture the most stunning sea views.
Highlights
Highlights
•Menus featuring a cornucopia of seafood as well as products
from the Islands’ terroir
•Tales and anecdotes from a Madelinot fisherman
•Cooking workshops by Gourmande de nature, hosted by a
Madelinot chef
•Presentation of a wide range of exquisite local Island products
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Back in Time with the Beatles – June 17 to 24
Steering towards Acadie – September 9 to 16
Take a trip down memory lane back to the 1960s and 1970s with a
musical tribute to the era. In a lively atmosphere, the Beatles Story
Band will take you on an original tour of the world of the famous Fab
Four, while the artist Rémy Langlois will invite you to rediscover the
various hits from those days. Dance workshops will delight amateur
and experienced dancers alike.
Experience Acadie in all its aspects from Montreal 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
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Musical revue with the acclaimed Beatles Story Band which
played at Quebec’s Capitol and have sold more than 150,000
tickets on tour
Dance workshops, from the triple swing and cha-cha to the
twist, rock and roll, and more
Lecture on The Islands and the River in the 1960s
Another era brought to life by Arlette Cousture, author of
Filles de Caleb
Navigation history on the St. Lawrence River accompanied by a
seasoned pilot
Sailing knots workshop and interpretive sessions on the outer
decks
Presentation on birds and sea mammals of the St. Lawrence
Photography workshop on Quebec sea landscapes, accompanied
by a Madelinot photographer
SPECIAL ITINERARY!
Stopover in Chandler – Sailing the Saguenay fjord
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Lecture on the history of Acadie with Maxime Arseneau,
Madelinot historian
Workshop on Acadian recipes
Comedy show with Tante Emma, a Madelinienne comedian
Musical evenings with the Madelinot band Suroît
SPECIAL ITINERARY!
Stopover in Havre-Saint-Pierre – Sailing the Saguenay fjord
Wine & Local Flavours – June 24 to July 1st
Gourmet Inspirations – September 16 to 23
Surrender to culinary pleasures. Wine and fine cuisine pairings will
be the focus of this gourmet cruise. Sample the delectable flavours
of local Quebec products, discover all the facets of wine production
in Quebec and even visit a winery during a special stopover.*
Discover a cuisine inspired by flavours from around the world. A
Madelinienne chef and a Portuguese chef come together to offer
you fine cuisine inspired by their homelands, in addition to hosting
cooking workshops. The culinary experience will also be the focus
of the stopover in the Charlevoix region*, the source of superb local
products.
Highlights
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Gourmet dinners prepared by chef Anne Desjardins, a pioneer
in promoting local products and judge for Radio-Canada’s Les
Chefs
Cooking demonstration workshops
Sublime food and wine pairings by a renowned sommelier
Presentation on wine production in Quebec
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Gourmet dinners prepared by Madelinienne chef Johanne
Vigneau and Portuguese chef Helena Loureiro
Cooking workshops and demonstrations
Lecture on Quebec food traditions
Seafood presentation by chef Jean-Paul Grappe
SPECIAL ITINERARY!
Stopover in Pointe-au-Pic (Charlevoix)
*Tours sold on board ($).
Please note that some activities are only available in French.
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Our Cruise Rates
From $999*
Inside cabin, shared bathroom
From $
1 089*
Inside cabin, private bathroom
From $1 129*
Outside cabin, shared bathroom
From $ 1 379*
Outside cabin, private bathroom
* Details of posted rates:
On your own:
Also available:
• Rate for one person based on double occupancy1
• Rate for seniors 60 and over2
• Taxes and port fees not included
• Price includes: see list on page 6
• Service charges on-board
• Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages
• Meals on the Islands (lunch and dinner)
• Activities during the stopovers (sold on board)
• Round-trip Québec City to the Islands
• Round trip Chandler to the Islands
• One-way passage (departure from Montréal, Chandler or
the Islands)
• Carriage of a vehicle or bicycle
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Single occupancy: From $1 219
Rate for 13-59 years old : From $ 1 099
Rate for 5-12 years old : $ 512 (round-trip)
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.
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For assistance, please advise us when making your
Merci
de nous aviser de votre condition physique
reservation.
lors de la réservation de votre croisière.
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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 10 to September 16, 2016
From
1599
*
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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 10 to September 16, 2016
From
1579
*
$
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 10 to September 16, 2016
From
1199
$
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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.
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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.”
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Photos: Dizifilms, Donald Gaudet, Gabriel Allard, Gabriel Rancourt, George Fischer, Georges Gaudet, l’Île imagin’Air, Meggie Richard, Sylvio Aucoin.
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Sylvie and Mario, from Repentigny