SASKATOON, SASKATCHEWAN, CANADA
SASKATOON – ON THE EDGE OF TIME HIGHLIGHTS ■ Batoche National Historic Site ■ Western Development Museum – 1910 Boomtown ■ Wanuskewin Heritage Park ■ Shearwater River Cruise
DAY-TO-DAY ITINERARY
Participate in a walking tour of the downtown area that shows a variety of buildings, sculptures and memorials, starting with Saskatoon’s history at the Meewasin Valley Centre. The University of Saskatchewan is home to the Diefenbaker Canada Centre, where you can learn all about Canada’s 13th Prime Minister, John G. Diefenbaker, and then take a campus tour and visit the many museums and galleries. Learn about the hardships of Ukrainian immigrants and share in their cultural heritage that is displayed at the Ukrainian Museum of Canada, one of Canada’s foremost cultural heritage museums. Carver's Steakhouse in the Sheraton Cavalier Hotel offers AAA beef, Saskatchewanraised meat and fresh local produce.
Walk through History – Saskatoon and Area Trails of 1885 – Saskatoon – Batoche – Fort Carlton We begin our adventure at Batoche National Historic Site, which was once the center of Métis settlement in Saskatchewan and served as the last battlefield in the Northwest Resistance of 1885. Down the road at the Duck Lake Regional Interpretive Centre we’ll find artifacts pertaining to events of the Resistance. Feeling adventurous? Climb the 80-foot tower and take in the 360° view of the surrounding area. Fort Carlton Provincial Park was the original site of a Hudson’s Bay fur trading post that operated between 1810 and 1885. Visiting the reconstructed palisade, provisions store, clerk’s quarters and tipi encampment takes you back in time. Saskatoon Station Place provides casual, fine dining in the design of the building and dining cars dating back to the early 1800s. Perhaps most impressive of all are the C.N.R. dining cars that are annexed to the building and offer diners a real glimpse into the past. Day
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Saskatoon’s Roots – Saskatoon Beginning our day at the Western Development Museum featuring Boomtown 1910 provides you with what life was like in a typical prairie town in 1910. Stroll along Main Street and hear the clang from the blacksmith shop and the laughter of children as they race down the street with their favorite dog barking behind them. To capture the feel, have your picture taken in the Boomtown Photo Studio, then board the simulated train and begin your journey to a new family homestead.
Linkages from the Past –– Saskatoon Over 6,000 years ago, the Northern Plains Indians settled on the land of Wanuskewin Heritage Park. Aboriginal history throughout the river valley was a way of life as many First Nations communities gathered. Walk in their footsteps at the buffalo jumps, tipi rings and a medicine wheel. Your visit would not be complete without a tour of the historic “Castle on the River,” the Delta Bessborough Hotel, which was originally a Canadian Pacific Railway hotel; guided tours highlight the history and some little known features and facts about the grand hotel’s past. Board the Prairie Lily riverboat with Shearwater River Cruises and travel under four of Saskatoon’s seven bridges, past the downtown core showcasing elegant parks and natural areas. Onboard commentary will inform you about the river, its landmarks, cultural highlights and fascinating history. A true taste of Saskatchewan flavor is waiting for you at The Granary, which boasts all the features one could wish for in an upscale casual dinner house— in a unique old-fashioned prairie atmosphere. Day
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CONTACT: Tourism Saskatoon ➤ Daryl Demoskoff www.tourismsaskatoon.com 101-202 4th Avenue North, Saskatoon, SK S7K 0K1 Phone: 800-567-2444 Email: ddemoskoff@tourismsaskatoon.com LeisureGroupTravel.com
MONTREAL, QUEBEC CITY, SAGUENAY, CHARLEVOIX, TROIS RIVIERES – QUEBEC, CANADA
SHRINES OF QUEBEC Quebec City – Wendake – Saguenay This morning we’ll explore the First Nations culture of the Wendat (Huron). We’ll visit an early church and discover how native traditions melded with Christianity. We’ll participate in a traditional performance and lunch. We’ll continue to drive through the natural park to the Hermitage St. Antoine. There will be free time to contemplate the various shrines, chapels and outdoor trails.
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■ Visit the 4 Canadian National Shrines located in Quebec ■ Learn how the early Church was instrumental in Quebec’s development
■ Opportunities to attend Masses, rosary services and other church activities ■ Explore the interaction between the church, early settlers and First Nations
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Made In Quebec
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Quebec Lighthouse Discovery
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■ See the art and architecture preserved in Quebec’s churches
Saguenay – Charlevoix We’ll attend Mass and breakfast at the Hermitage. Our route this morning will take us along the Saguenay River, with a view of the local aluminum roofs of the homes and buildings. We’ll cruise the Saguenay River and visit the Christmas crèches at Rivière-Eternitie. We’ll tour historic churches of Charlevoix and overnight in the region. Day
Charlevoix – Beaupre – Trois Rivières We’ll leave early this morning for a short trip to Mass at St. Anne de Beaupré. We’ll get an extensive tour of the shrine and then visit the copper workshop of Albert Gilles for a tour of the “Life of Christ” in silverwork. We’ll tour the parishes and taste the delicacies of the Ile d’Orleans before arriving at Our Lady of the Cape for our overnight stay. Day
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DAY-TO-DAY ITINERARY Montreal We’ll arrive in Montreal. At Pointe-à-Callière we’ll tour authentic remains of the old city and explore the life of the early settlers. This afternoon we’ll delve into the religious history of the city with visits to Marguerite-Bourgeoys Museum and Notre Dame de Bonsecours Chapel. We’ll finish our tour with the There was Light show at Notre Dame Basilica. Dinner will be in one of Montreal’s historic buildings before arriving at our hotel. Day
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Montreal to Quebec City We’ll drive to St. Joseph’s Oratory, one of the world’s most visited pilgrimage sites. Its founder, Brother Andre, was canonized in 2010. We’ll tour the chapel, crypt, bell tower and Way of the Cross gardens. We’ll see several other churches before stopping at Mary Queen of the World Cathedral. At Montreal’s underground station we’ll board the train for a three-hour ride to Quebec City. In Quebec we’ll take a tour of the walled city, with stops at the Plaines of Abraham, Centre Catherine de St. Augustin and the Basilica. Our centrally located hotel will give you several options for dinner and an evening stroll. Day
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Trois Rivières and Drummondville We’ll spend the morning exploring Trois Rivières, including the Church of the Visitation and collection of religious art. We’ll cross the river to visit the Cathedral at Drummondville and the Museum of Religions in Nicolet. We’ll stop for tea and tour of the gardens at Rose Drummond before returning to Our Lady of the Cape. Day
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Trois Rivières This morning we’ll take the old “Kings Route” through the historic villages of the St. Lawrence. We will stop for quick tours of some of the more unique attractions. We’ll have lunch before arriving in Montreal for our return home. Day
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CONTACT: Tourisme Quebec ➤ Debra Ruzbasan www.bonjourquebec.com 2158 45th Ave., #218, Highland, IN 46322 Phone: 219-937-2280 Email: qcder@aol.com June 2012 63