Vacation & Leisure 2016-17 by Voyages Gendron

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2016-2017 EDITION

Over 300 group departures Getaways by bus

Boston • Chicago • Memphis-Nashville New York • New Brunswick • Toronto

Cruises

Alaska • Australia and New Zealand • Bermuda Rio’s Carnival • Dubai • Polar Expeditions • Hawaii

TOURS

Costa del Sol • Costa Rica • India • Ireland Iceland • Japan • Peru

and much more...

Better living according to Lucile Martin Bordeleau CONtests / CONFeRENCES CYCLING and hiking

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Wednesday May 4th, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

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Where? 1465, Mgr-Langlois blvd. in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield When?

April 21st: Beatlemania in London and Liverpool April 28th: Great American Cities: Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia and Washington D.C. May 12th: Long stay on Costa del Sol May 19th: Great Cities: New York and Toronto May 26th: Portugal, Thailand, Indian Ocean Cruise, Dubai and South Africa Photo Safari with Marguerite Thériault June 2nd: Rocky Mountaineer: Discover the Canadian Rockies by train June 9th: The Maritime: Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and the Magdalen Islands June 30th: Cruises departing from New York and Boston with Norwegian Cruise Line July 14th: Las Vegas and the National Parks July 28th: India August 11 th: Dubai and the Oman Sea August 18th: Cayo Santa Maria: A trip for single people August 25th: Discovering Peru September 1st: Costa Rica September 8th: Ireland: Celtic Charm September 15th: Australia and New Zealand Cruise September 22nd: Prague and Vienna: Christmas Markets September 29th: Japan October 6th: Alaska Cruise October 13th: Hawaii Cruise and Stay

Hotel Espresso, downtown Montreal 1005 Guy Street (near Lucien-L’Allier metro station)

Thursday May 5th, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Plaza Hotel Valleyfield, 40 du Centenaire Ave.

6 :00 pm: • Magdalen Island VIP Cruise • Long stay on the Costa del Sol • Thailand 6:30 pm: • Boston | Coach • Beatlemania in London and Liverpool • Portugal 7:00 pm: • New York | Coach • Costa Rica • Stay in Dubai and Oman Sea cruise 7:30 PM: • Chicago | Coach • Las Vegas and the national parks • South Africa photo safari 8:00 PM: • Charlevoix | Coach • India • Indian Ocean cruise 8:30 PM: • Washington D.C. and Philadelphia | Coach • Japan • Stay and cruise in Hawaii

Wednesday August 24th, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Hotel Espresso, downtown Montreal 1005 Guy Street (near Lucien-L’Allier metro station)

October 21st to 23rd, 2016

International Tourism & Travel Show of Montreal Place Bonaventure Conference schedule at gendrontours.com/conferences

ADVANTAGES OF TRAVELLING WITH GENDRONTOURS

OUR PASSION IS YOUR GUARANTEE OF A GREAT VACATION • Over 30 years’ experience in group travel planning. • 50 sales employees specialized in our products. • Now equipped with our own coach buses—our guarantee of top-quality services… and an eco-friendly way to travel • A team of experienced, qualified and professional drivers and guides. • Free seat selection in our coach buses and the option of VIP seats ($). • Strategic and efficient boarding points. • Secure parking at the Montreal airport and the Palais des congrès de Montreal, offered at preferential rates • 5% to 10% discount if you reserve for a group of 5 or more; invite your friends, colleagues and family members. Facebook is a great tool for forming a group. • No fee for switching out participants as needed when travelling by coach bus, up to 48 hours before the departure date. • Bring your bike along when travelling by coach bus ($20 fee). • Save with our early-bird specials; sign up for our newsletter at www. voyagesgendron.com/eletter to receive the latest information and promotions • Our Web sites: the best platform for all the information you need on our trips • Pairing service for those travelling alone as part of group trips • Down payment of only 25% when reserving (with balance paid off 45 days before the departure date) • Snack and water bottle provided during coach bus travel

Best. Vacations. Ever.

2016 BETTER THAN EVER! With a view to continually serving you better, our team has prepared an extraordinary array of travel options for you this year. And, as we are well aware that certain trips require a bit more preparation, our calendar now covers all of 2016 and includes a variety of packages for 2017 and 2018 as well. Our magazine has some 300 packages to tempt you. You’ll find countless one to eight-day SUMMER ESCAPES that will take you to Québec, Ontario, the Maritimes and the northern United States. We’ve also included CRUISES with itineraries in North America, South America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia. There is definitely something for everyone! Thanks to our great selection of TOURS AND STAYS, you can explore the four corners of the globe while enjoying a hassle-free vacation where every last detail has been taken care of for you. And if that wasn’t already enough, most of our packages include the services of a seasoned guide dedicated to making your experience as safe and pleasant as possible. If you’re more of a free spirit, we also have countless à la carte packages for your vacationing pleasure—whether you’re travelling alone or as part of a group. Head off on a road trip, enjoy a little luxury in Hawaii or take off an adventure to explore Europe or Asia. Our team can help you plan the perfect vacation. Don’t wait any longer… come along with us, and expand your horizons!

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GENDRON TRAVEL 1465, Mgr-Langlois blvd. Salaberry-de-Valleyfield Qc J6S 1C2

Booking: 450-373-8747 514-866-8747 1-800-561-8747 www.gendrontours.com info@voyagesgendron.com

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Polar Expedition The first six persons to book will receive a $2,000 discount per couple. Discover our package on page 50.

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Value of $ 865 to $1,725 depending on the length of your cruise.

Shows, concerts & theatre

the Maritimes

à la carte packages

7 OSM – Patrick Bruel

0 Magdalen Islans VIP Cruise 2 Nova Scotia Around the Gastpé Peninsula New-Brunswick

8 Hawaii – Adventurer Stay 5 Hawaii – Oahu & Maui Hawaii – Waikiki 59 Spain – Majorca & Barcelona Italy – Venice Italy – Rome Japan – Tokyo, Hiroshima & Kyoto 60 France – Paris United-States – New York

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OSM – Roch Voisine and guests OSM – Tribute to Jacques Brel Ferme Rouge Mary Poppins Cirque du Soleil – Luzia Montreal’s Festivals – Shuttles Fireworks dinner-cruise Cirque du Soleil – Tribute to Charlebois L’Emmerdeur Festival de Lanaudière Foresta Lumina Elvis Experience Brunch-Show at the Casino’s cabaret St-Tite’s Western Festival Québec Issime: Cow boys from Willie to Dolly Michel Louvain Les Tannants

Excursions-concerts with Paul Racine 0 At the mouth of Rivers Yamaska and St-François 1 East Ontario in the Outaouais Valley Old Dorchester County Beauce-Sartigan and Appalacian MRCs District of Beauport Pays d’en Haut At the mouth of rivers Champlain, Batiscan and Saintes-Anne Places of worship of Sherbrooke and Waterville Montreal: Verdun, Côte-Saint-Paul and Ville-Émard

Casino packages 2 Akwesasne Casino 1 Charlevoix: We dream of it Montreal Casino – shuttle Lac-Leamy Casino

USA getaways 4 New York 2 28 Chicago 29 Atlantic City 29 Philadelphia 30 Washington, D.C. 31 Nashville & Memphis 32 Boston

CRUISES 36 Norwegian Cruise Line 38 Celebrity Cruises 40 Uniworld 41 Royal Caribbean 42 Princess Cruises 43 Adventure Canada

Our favorites 46 Dubai 2 Las Vegas 6 64 Costa Rica 68 Costa del Sol 70 India 72 Iceland 74 Hawaii 76 Japan

québec getaways

CRUISES - GROUPS

14 Village Vacances Valcartier

8 Northern Expedition 4 New York & Bermuda Alaska 49 Mediterranean sea Canada et New England Classic Costa del Sol & Transatlantic cruise 50 Transatlantic cruise Western Caribbean 1 New York & Bahamas 5 Dubai & Oman sea cruise 52 The spice route Paradisiac Islands of the Indian Ocean Southern Caribbean 3 Australia & New Zealand 5 Western Caribbean South America and Rio’s Carnival 4 Caribbean & New Orleans 5 Caribbean – Spring Break Hawaii – Land & Sea 55 Far East Suez Canal Baltic Sea 56 Alaska Mediteranean Kingdoms 7 Canada & New England 5 Vietnam & Philippines – Lunar New Year Antarctica

Fabuleuse Histoire d’un Royaume Côte Nord Mouch more than only Blueberries! Charlevoix light rail transit Concert series in Charlevoix Charlevoix: History, gastronomy and arts

discovery getaways 7 Canadian tulip Festival in Ottawa 1 Orford Express: Discovering cantons-de-l’Est between Magog and Bromont Lake Champlain and Guyon farm Route des gerbes d’Angélica Gourmet cruise: Memphrémagog Lake Saint-Élie-de-Caxton Thousand Islands Cruise Montreal from another angle 18 The Holy Door & Grosse Île Cité de l’Énergie and Dragao Marie-Victorin Park Escape & Relaxation: Cantons-de-L’Est Gardens of Light: Montreal’s Botanical Gardens Village québécois d’antan – Haunted Village Village québécois d’antan – Illuminated Village Ice Hotel and Carnival: Quebec City Christmas Market Ferme Nouvelle France and Microbrewery

Toronto 2 Holiday Weekends 2 Baseball A hot summer in Toronto Holiday Season

River Cruises – GROUPS 0 Douro – Portugal & Spain 5 56 Danube – Czech Republic Germany Austria Slovakia Hungary

Hiking & walking

66 Western American National Parks Western Canadian National Parks

urban walks 67 Washington, D.C., Chicago, Philadelphia, Boston & New York Groups – Stays & Tours

67 Georgian Bay

Louisiana & Texas California Coast 78 Beatlemania in London & Liverpool Discovering Italy Discovering Louisiana: Bayous and plantations 9 Rocky Mountaineer – Western Route 7 Costa del Sol, Spain Japan’s Must-see 80 Portugal India : Amritsar’s Golden Temple & Rajasthan Costa del Sol, Spain 1 Dubai & Abu Dhabi 8 Cayo Santa Maria, Cuba – Singles trip South Africa – Photo Safari 82 Costa Rica Discovering Thailand Prague & Vienna – Christmas Markets 83 Costa Rica Costa del Sol, Spain La Romana, Dominican Republic 84 Costa del Sol & Andalcia, Spain Discovering Hawaii - Four islands Costa del Sol & Barcelona, Spain 95 Discovering Peru Ireland: Celtic Charms Iceland: Wonders of nature

OTHERS

3,21 Contests 2 Travel lectures 73 A natural partnership with Jimmy Sévigny 33 Group travel... advantages galore! 34 Cruises, the latest trends 44 Lucile Martin Bordeleau’s best advice for living well 86 Cycling trips 87 Skiing trips 88 Golfing trips

French Shows

Shows, concerts and theatre PACKAGES

Gendrontours will have you cheering! From May to September, Mother Nature is at her finest, and everyone is happy to finally get back outdoors. The beautiful weather marks the return of festivals, street entertainment, outdoor shows and summer theatre. And, whichever part of the province these wonderful activities are found, you can be sure Gendrontours is there! To help you choose what’s best for you, we have grouped a variety of options under several different categories. Large-scale productions Let yourself be transported by a world of magic and wonder. Artists of every description will dazzle you with special effects, magnificent costumes, spectacular choreographies and mind-blowing interactive performances that are a true feast for the senses. Our coach bus will criss-cross endless kilometres to ensure you get a spot in the audience at all the must-see summer events: festivals, circuses, multimedia shows and illuminated night presentations. There’s so much to see, you won’t know where to start!

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Concerts Come dance to the beat of the most talented musicians around. There is always a music celebration going on somewhere in Québec. Join the droves of music lovers who make their way to Lanaudière to attend the biggest classical music festival in Canada. Or, take in a concert at the Maison symphonique de Montreal. Those who are feeling a little nostalgic can also enjoy some old-time classics at a Michel Louvain concert or the Elvis Experience Show. We guarantee it’ll be a great time! After all, thousands of festival-goers can’t be wrong!

Shows and theatre Why not kick off the summer season with a little comedy? We’ve carefully hand-picked dozens of shows we are sure you’ll enjoy. Take in the summer theatre experience with Les Emmerdeurs in Drummondville. Or, why not catch comedy trio Les Tannants as they make their Montreal comeback? You’ll double over in laughter and be blown away by their burlesques performances. Come cheer on the talent of multidisciplinary artists with Québec issime in Sherbrooke, Mary Poppins at Théâtre Saint-Denis, or the Cirque du Soleil’s new show, Luzia.

SHOWS, CONCERTS & THEATRE

PACKAGES

Une Soirée mémorable en Outaouais

NEW

RESTAURANT SOUPERSPECTACLE

Ferme RougeONCEPT UNIQUE

offert depuis plus de 40 ans, la Ferme Rouge vous fait vivre une soirée inoubliable. Vos charmants serveurs et serveuses se transforment en artiste de la scène! Un spectacle sous l’ambiance BROADWAY rend hommage aux Folies Bergères, Michael Jackson, Elvis Presley, / pers. 1 day / show & dinner et bien plus encore. Ce mariage savoureux de musique, de danse et de chant vous INCLUDES: • Transportation by dans luxury bus • All can en eat transporte un univers festifyou mettant vedette plusieurs talents locaux !

Gatineau

July 1, October 7, November 4, 2016

NEW

$ 115

Mary Poppins

St-Denis Theater, Montreal

buffet dinner at La Ferme Rouge restaurant • Cabaret show at La With Joëlle Lanctôt, René Simard, & Jean-François Poulin Ferme Rouge • Services of aavourez Gendrontours driver-guide notre buff et terre et mer à volonté

ou encore découvrez notre menu à la carte.

July 6, 13, 21 & 22, 2016

819 600-3600

1 day / theater

Situé au DoubleTree by Hilton 1170, ch. d’Aylmer, Gatineau (Québec) info@restaurantfermerouge.ca •••

fermerouge

$ 175 / pers.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury 31-passenger bus • 1 ticket, orchestra level of category 2 • Ticket fees • Services of a Gendrontours driver-guide

OSM

Maison symphonique de Montreal

Even more to enjoy! There are so many cultural outings to choose from. Hop aboard AML’s Louis-Jolliet for a delectable dinner and view of the International des feux Loto-Québec fireworks display, or celebrate the long-awaited return of La Ferme Rouge for a memorable evening in Outaouais.

May 18, 2016 Patrick Bruel September 27 & 28, 2016 Roch Voisine and guests April 18 & 19, 2017 Tribute to Jacques Brel

$ 190 / pers. $ 175 / pers. $ 175 / pers.

NEW Cirque du Soleil - Luzia

MontrEal

June 30 & July 14, 2016

1 DAY / Dinner / concert

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 1 ticket: Bruel first balcony, Voisine – orchestra (rows U, V, W & X) and Brel – orchestra (rows V, W & X) • Dinner • Priority access for a guided visit of the Maison symphonique de Montreal • Ticket fees • Services of a Gendrontours driver-guide

1 day / show

$ 125 / adult $ 120 / senior

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury 31-passenger bus • 1 ticket, category 2 • Ticket fees • Services of a Gendrontours driver-guide

Make this the most festive summer ever! With so many options to choose from, you’ll be busy all season long. It’s a shame summer is so short!

Shuttles to where you

$ 25 / pers.

INCLUDES: • • • •

want to go JUNE

Round trip transportation Services of a Gendrontours driver-guide Contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 Taxes

These packages include tips at the restaurant, the client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 and taxes.

8: Mondial de la bière 15: Montreal’s FrancoFolies 29: Montreal’s Jazz Fest JULY 6: Montreal’s Jazz Fest 13 & 20: Festival des nights d’Afrique 20 & 27: Just for Laughs Festival AUGUST Montreal’s Italian Week 31: World Film Festival NOVEMBER 16: Salon du livre de Montreal DECEMBER 7, 14 & 21: Merry Montreal 14: Montreal’s Craft Show

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PACKAGES

SHOWS, CONCERTS & THEATRE

FIREWORKS DINNER-CRUISE

MontrEal

July 16, 2016 1 day / dinner / show

Foresta Lumina

L’emmerdeur

Maison des Arts de Drummondville With Marcel Leboeuf, Normand D’Amour, Patrice Coquereau & Pierre-François Legendre

$ 200 / pers.

July 22 & August 12, 2016 1 day / dinner / theater

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Ticket, orchestra level, (rows C, D & E) central • Dinner at L’Odyssée restaurant • Ticket fees • Services of a Gendrontours driver-guide

August 11 & 25, 2016 September 8 & 9, 2016 1 day / dinner / visits

$ 110 / pers.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Dinner at the boutique restaurant Coffret de l’Imagination • Access to the lighted course of Foresta Lumina (2 km) • Show La Virée d’Al Capone • Drinks during the show: beer from the microbrewery or apple juice • Services of a Gendrontours group leader

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 4-hour cruise with music and dance • Buffet dinner on AML’s Louis Jolliet ship • Fireworks show: Switzerland • Services of a Gendrontours driver-guide

$ 135 / pers.

Coaticook – Light show and prohibition!

NEW

Festival de Lanaudière

Joliette

1 day / meal / visits & show

Cirque du Soleil TRIBUTE TO CHARLEBOIS

Trois-Rivières

July 21 & August 4, 2016 1 day / dinner / show

$ 175 / pers.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Ticket under the covered section (section 102), centralized and well located • Dinner at Buffet des Continents restaurant • Ticket fees • Services of a Gendrontours driver-guide

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July 24, 2016 Music by the Royal 22e Régiment

$ 125 / pers.

August 5, 2016 Charles Richard-Hamelin and the OSM under the direction of Kent Nagano

$ 175 / pers.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Ticket - seat under the covered section: July 24 – section A (rows C to I), August 5 – Section A (rows F to I) • Meal at Gusto Trattoria restaurant – Bring your wine • Guided tour of Joliette with a dressed up guide • Ticket fees • Service fees • Services of a Gendrontours group leader

elvis experience

Quebec’s Le Capitole

August 14, 2016 1 jour / dinner / show

$ 200 / pers.

INCLUDES: •Transportation by luxury bus • Ticket, orchestra level (section 400) • Dinner at Côte à Côte grill restaurant • Services of Gendrontours group leader

These packages include tips at the restaurant, the client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 and taxes.

SHOWS, CONCERTS & THEATRE

PACKAGES

NEW 49th Edition

ST-TITE’S WESTERN FESTIVAL

Québec Issime: COW BOYS FROM WILLIE TO DOLLY

The Hidden Side of Rodeo

August 18, 2016

September 10, 2016

$ 150 / adult

Sherbrooke

1 day / dinner / visits & show

$ 165 / pers.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Ticket, orchestra level (rows E to H & J) at Nikitotek Place, covered theater at the heart of downtown • Dinner at Sherbrooke’s Le Buffet des Continents restaurant • Guided tour of La Petite Épopée de Mary O’Malley • Ticket fees • Services of a Gendrontours driver-guide

1 day / visits & activities

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Ticket for the Coupe Canada Desjardins rodeo, GOLD category (section 205) • Guided tour of The Hidden Side of Rodeo • Access to the day’s activities on site • A sheriff star granting VIP access to the tents on site: animation, dance and booths • Services of a Gendrontours group leader

BY train

September 17, 2016 1 day / dinner / visits & activities

Michel Louvain

Lionel-Groulx Theater, Sainte-Thérèse

October 16, 2016 1 day / dinner / show

$ 145 / pers.

INCLUDES: • Transportation bu luxury bus • Ticket, orchestra level central • Dinner at U&Mi restaurant • Ticket fees • Services of a Gendrontours driver-guide

$ 215 / adult $ 195

/ child INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury less than 12 years old bus to Montreal’s Central Station • Round trip train ticket from Montreal to St-Tite • Ticket for the professional rodeo • Dinner on board the train on the way back • All-day access to activities on site • A sheriff star granting VIP access to the tents on site: animation, dance and booths • Services of a Gendrontours group leader • Tips for the meal on the train

NEW BRUNCH-SHOW AT THE CASINO’S CABARET

$ 125

/ child less than 12 years old

Montreal’s Casino

August 30 & September 13, 2016 Tribute to Joe Dassin $ 85 / pers. October 4 & 18, 2016 Tribute to Richard Abel 8 November 2016: Tribute of Tom Jones to Engelbert Humperdinck 1 day / lunch / show

INCLUDES: • Transportation by 31-passenger luxury bus • All you can eat buffet lunch • Ticket, orchestra level (sections DD & EE) central • Free time at the Casino • $ 10 worth of Privilege points for the same day • Ticket fees • Services of a Gendrontours driver-guide

These packages include tips at the restaurant, the client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 and taxes.

NEW Les tannants

André-Mathieu theater, Laval With Joël Denis, Shirley Théroux & Pierre Marcotte

November 29, 2016 1 day / dinner / show

$ 135 / pers.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Dinner at L’Aromate restaurant • Ticket, orchestra level (rows M to R) central • Services of a Gendrontours driver-guide

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PACKAGES

SHOWS, CONCERTS & THEATRE

A SERIES PRESENTED BY EXCURSIONS – CONCERTS Set off to discover our religious heritage!

We are pleased to present Excursions-Concerts, a cultural enterprise created in 1994 mandated with a unique mission—helping people discover the many treasures of our churches, their history, architecture and spectacular works of art. Every excursion provides the opportunity to admire the most beautiful churches in a given region, both in Québec and Ontario. When possible, you will be treated to a short organ recital to conclude your visit as a way of showcasing the unique acoustic beauty of these churches. We invite you to discover these sacred places along with Paul Racine, Art Historian and Québec religious heritage specialist.

Paul Racine, Art Historian Paul Racine has a true passion for Québec’s religious art and architecture. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Art History from Université de Montreal and Master’s studies in Art History from Université Laval, Paul has been working in the field of religious heritage for over 20 years. As part of his career, he has given conferences, created exhibitions and much more.

NEW EACH PACKAGE INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 3-service dinner • Organ recital in each of the churches with the exception of a church in September and one in December • Printed program including a brief history, musical programming and details of the day’s acitvities designed by Paul Racine • Snacks and bottled water in the morning • Tips at the restaurant • Services of Paul Racine, Gendrontours group leader | Historical, cultural and architectural interpretation of churches • Client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 • Taxes

Discover our

3-day package in Charlevoix page 15.

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AT THE MOUTH OF RIVERS YAMASKA AND STFRANÇOIS Lunch at La Fougasse restaurant

September 22, 2016

1 day / lunch / visits / concert

Lunch at Club & Golf Hotel Nominingue restaurant

April 28, 2016

1 day / lunch / visits / concert

Pays d’en Haut

$ 140 / pers.

Churches: • Saint-David in Saint-David-de-Yamaska • Saint-Michel in Yamaska • Saint-François-de-Sales in Odanak • Saint-François-Xavier in Saint-François-du-Lac

$ 150 / pers.

Churches: • Saint-Ignace-de-Loyola in Nominingue • Saint-Gérard-Majella in Kiamika • Notre-Dame-du-Saint-Sacrement in Ferme-Neuve • Sainte-Anne in Sainte-Anne-du-Lac

EAST ONTARIO IN THE OUTAOUAIS VALLEY May 12, 2016

1 day / lunch / visits / concert

Lunch at Rosalynn Bistro Churches: • Trinity Anglican Church in Hawkesbury • Saint-Luc in Curran • Saint-Bernard in Fournier • Sainte-Trinité in Rockland • Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur in Embrun

$ 170 / pers.

AT THE MOUTH OF RIVERS CHAMPLAIN, BATISCAN AND SAINTE-ANNE October 20, 2016

1 day / lunch / visits / concert

$ 135 / pers.

Lunch at Batiscan marina’s restaurant Rio

OLD DORCHESTER COUNTY June 9, 2016

1 day / lunch / visits / concert

Churches: • Saint-François in Batiscan • Sainte-Anne in Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade • Notre-Dame-de-la-Visitation in Champlain

Lunch at La Cache at Maxime restaurant

$ 150 / pers.

Churches: • Saint-Isidore-de-Séville in St-Isidore-de-Dorchester • Sainte-Hénédine in Sainte-Hénédine • Saint-Léon-le-Grand in Saint-Léon-de-Standon

BEAUCE-SARTIGAN AND APPALACIAN MRCs

November 11, 2016

July 7, 2016

Churches: • Saint-Patrick in Sherbrooke • Saint-Jean-Baptiste in Sherbrooke • Basilique-Cathédrale Saint-Michel and chapelle privée de l’évêque in Sherbrooke

1 day / lunch / visits / concert

Lunch at Chez Dany restaurant

$ 155 / pers.

Churches: • Saint-Martin-de-Tours in St-Martin • Très Saint-Cœur-de-Marie in Adstock • Sacré-Cœur-de-Jésus in East Broughton

DISTRICT OF BEAUPORT

1 day / lunch / visits / concert

MONTREAL: VERDUN, CÔTE SAINT-PAUL AND VILLEÉMARD December 8, 2016

Lunch at Manoir Montmorency restaurant

Lunch at Tire-Bouchon restaurant

Churches: • Nativité-de-Notre-Dame • Saint-Ignace-de-Loyola • Saint-Pascal-de-Baylon

$ 155 / pers.

$ 135 / pers.

Lunch at OMG restaurant

August 13, 2016

1 day / lunch / visits / concert

Photos © Conseil du patrimoine religieux du Québec, 2003

PLACES OF WORSHIP OF SHERBROOKE AND WATERVILLE

1 day / lunch / visits / concert

$ 120 / pers.

Churches: • Saint-Paul in Côte-Saint-Paul • Saint-Jean-de-Matha in Ville-Émard • Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs in Verdun

CASINO PACKAGES

Want to try your luck at blackjack? Put your poker face to the test? Or simply soak in the mysterious and plush casino atmosphere while sinking a few bucks in the slots? No matter what your style, we’ve got what you’re looking for!

DAY TRIPS The Montreal and Akwesasne casinos offer a truly enjoyable experience, just an hour away from home. With 59,000 and 130,000 square feet of surface area respectively, these establishments provide a wide range of gaming tables, slot machines, restaurants, bars and more.

array of casinos to suite every taste, from elegant and refined to themebased and fun. Above and beyond these gambling establishments, the city is also a shopper’s paradise. And, of course, there is always the famous seaside boardwalk for you to explore, dotted with countless restaurants and attractions. Museums, fine cuisine, beaches, water sports, boutiques and outlets… it’s all waiting for you in Atlantic City.

DREAM GETAWAYS For a true casino getaway, escape to the beautiful Charlevoix region. While enjoying the gorgeous backdrop of the St. Lawrence River, you can explore the region’s countless tourist attractions. Atlantic City. Renowned for its twelve (!) casinos and fabulous boardwalk, this oceanside city is a blend of interesting contrasts. Nicknamed “the little Las Vegas of the east coast,” Atlantic City has a wide

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Discover our getaway to

ATLANTIC CITY July 17th to 22nd, 2016 Details on Page 29. © Bob Krist

Discover our

brunch-shows at Casino de Montreal’s cabaret Details on Page 9.

LAC-LEAMY CASINO

Gatineau

$ 48 / pers.

May 17, June 1 4, July 12, August 16, September 13, October 11, November 15 & December 13, 2016

Many dates available from May to November 2016 1 1 day / casino

INCLUDES: • Transportation by bus • Free time at the casino • Snacks and draws on the bus • Services of a group leader • Tips to the group leader and the driver • Client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 • Taxes

CHARLEVOIX: WE DREAM OF IT 2 days / 1 niGHt / 2 MEALS

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 1 night’ accommodation at Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu • 1 meal ticket for a dinner offered by the Casino • 1 buffet breakfast • Free time at the casino • Tips for the meals • A chance to win prizes • Services of a Gendrontours driverguide • Client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 • Taxes

1 day / casino

$ 35 / pers. PROMOTION Get a $5 / pers. discount when booking for 2 persons

INCLUDES: • Transportation by 31-passenger luxury bus • Free time at the casino • $10 discount for a meal • $10 to play the gambling machines • Services of a Gendrontours driverguide • Client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 • Taxes

Casino de Montreal

La Malbaie

November 2 to 3, November 16 to 17, 2016

AKWESASNE CASINO

Hogansburg, New York

Weekly shuttle

$/ pers.175 in quad. occ. $/ pers.185 in triple occ. $/ pers.195 in double occ. $/ pers.265 in single occ.

Wednesdays and Thursdays (Thursday on request)

$ 22 / pers.

1 day / casino A minimum of 10 participants and a minimum stay of 6 hours at the casino are required. Condition may apply.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • $10 worth of Privilege points to play the same day • $10 worth of Privilege points for another visit • A chance to win prizes • Services of a Gendrontours driver-guide • Taxes

Québec getaways By Marie-Eve Paulin, Special Contributor

From the joys of winter to the beauty of spring, the pleasures of summer and the symphony of fall colours—Québec not only has four glorious seasons to enjoy, it also boasts 1001 destinations for you to discover. In La Belle Province, you’re also sure to meet some of the friendliest people around, best known for their energy, their joie de vivre and amazing creativity. With their contagious good nature and a great sense of pride, they will be more than happy to help you explore everything their region has to offer. Whether you’re a regular visitor, a group of friends or a young family, your time in Québec will be filled with unforgettable moments. Considered the cradle of La Francophonie in North America, the province is a favourite among tourists from around the world, who are continually awed by the immensity of its vast territory. The St. Lawrence River, mountains interspersed by forests and lakes, wildlife reserves, islands, flora replete with an incredible array of species, beaches, rivers—every season brings a whole new experience. Québec is undeniably a great place to enjoy the great outdoors. Whether on a cruise, in the

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midst of a garden, at the beach or in one of the province’s many national parks, you can hike, cycle, snowshoe or canoe while delighting in the breathtaking scenery that surrounds you. Québec’s cultural heritage boasts a wealth of historic sites, churches and monuments, standing as testament to the pride of the builders who have moulded this vast territory. Every region offers countless attractions and activities: museums, archaeological sites, exhibitions, art galleries, lighthouses and mills, to name but a few. Discover what makes Québec a cultural treasure with the added touch of a festive flair. Québec is internationally renowned for its superb cuisine. It’s regional dishes are inspired by the bounty of small local producers who are dedicated to offering products of only the highest quality. Wherever you go, restaurant owners will welcome you into a warm, friendly atmosphere and cultural artisans will use every ounce of creative energy to rival the competition and tantalize your taste buds. From Charlevoix to Montreal, Saguenay to the Eastern Townships, and from the Outaouais to

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the north shore, Gendron invites you to explore every corner of Québec. Join the thousands of other tourists who have gotten to know us—and let us help you make your next vacation the best one yet!

NEW

Village Vacances Valcartier

Quebec City

Summer 2016

WINTER 2017

July 30, August 12, 2016

$ 95 / adult $ 85 / adult

January 21, February 4 & 18, 2017

$ 80 / child* $ 70 / child* * 1.32 metre and less, accompanied by an adult

1 DAY

INCLUDES: • Transportation by bus • Access to Village Vacances Valcartier • Services of a Gendrontours group leader • Client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 • Taxes Check out our multi-day packages to the brand new tourism and recreation resort.

Getaway

QUÉBÉC

NEW

La Fabuleuse Histoire d’un Royaume

Saguenay Lac Saint-Jean

August 6 and 7, 2016 2 days / 1 night / 4 meals / visits

$/ pers.325 in quad. occ.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 1 night’ accommodation at Le Montagnais hotel • Ticket for the show / pers. in triple occ. La Fabuleuse Histoire d’un Royaume • 4 meals: 1 breakfast, 2 lunches and 1 dinner • 2-hour guided tour of / pers. in double occ. Bagotville’s military base • Guided visit at Verrerie d’art Touverre’s economuseum / pers. in single occ. • Free time in the city of Saguenay (Chicoutimi) and Old Quebec City • Services of a Gendrontours group leader

$ 335 $ 345 $ 425

La Côte Nord Matane | Sept-Îles | Baie-Comeau | Baie St-Paul $/ pers.839 in quad. occ.

August 20 to 24, 2016 5 days / 4 nights / 4 meals / visits

$/ pers.879 in triple occ.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 4 nights’ accommodation: 1 night at Riotel Matane 3*, 2 nights at Gouverneurs Sept-Iles Hotel 3*and / pers. in double occ. 1 night at Le Manoir 3* in Baie-Comeau • 4 breakfasts: 1 continental and 3 american / pers. in single occ. breakfasts • Ferry between Matane and Godbout near Baie-Comeau (2 hours / child 10 minutes) • Orientation tour of Sept-Iles • Visits: Jardins de Métis, Pointe-des-Monts Lighthouse, Mingan Archipelago and its fishermen villages, Garden of the Glaciers and its multimedia show telling the geological story of the area’s last 20,000 years • Stopover at the Maison de la Chicoutai • Guided tour of Jean-Lesage Generating Station (Manic 2) and its dam • Cruise in the Mingan Archipelago National Park • Stopover in Baie Saint-Paul • Services of a Carte Postale Tours group leader • Service fees

$ 949

$ 1,239 $ 769

MUCH MORE THAN ONLY BLUEBERRIES!

Val jalbert | St-Félicien | Alma (roberval)

$/ pers.575 in quad. occ. $/ pers.595 in triple occ.

BRING

YOUR BIKE FOR ONLY

$20

per person

August 29 to September 1, 2016 4 days / 3 nights / 5 meals / visits

$/ pers.625 in double occ.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 3 nights’ accommodation: 2 nights at Universel Hotel 4* in Alma and 1 night at Manoir Roberval 3* • 5 meals: / pers. in single occ. 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch in Val Jalbert & 1 dinner at Microbrasserie du Lac • Visit of Scullion Gardens • 2-hour cruise on the Lac Saint-Jean • Visits: L’Odyssée des Bâtisseurs theme park, Val Jalbert village including the cable car ride to St-Félicien Zoo • Visit and tasting at Microbrasserie du Lac Saint-Jean • Guided tour of the Musée du fromage cheddar • Free time in Alma • Services of a Gendrontours group leader

$ 825

BRING

YOUR BIKE

NEW

FOR ONLY

$20

per person

CHARLEVOIX LIGHT RAIL TRANSIT La Malbaie | Baie Saint-

Paul | île d’orléan

375 $ / pers. in quad. occ. 385

/ pers. in triple occ.

395 / pers. in double occ.

August 31 to September 1, 2016 September 20 to 21, 2016 October 4 to 5, 2106 2 days / 1 night / 4 meals / visits

INCLUDES: • 1 night’ accommodation at the Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu at / pers. in single occ. La Malbaie • 1 breakfast • 1 lunch at the Centre de l’émeu • 1 dinner at Le Manoir Richelieu’s Bellerive restaurant • 1 gourmet dinner at Ile d’Orléans’s Les Ancêtres restaurant • Ride on board Charlevoix’s light rail train (85 min.) • Visit of the Centre de l’émeu • Free time at Casino de Charlevoix and Baie Saint-Paul • Services of a Gendrontours group leader

475

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CONCERT SERIES IN CHARLEVOIX

Baie Saint-Paul | La Malbaie ÎLE-aux-coudres

435 $ / pers. in quad. occ. 455 / pers. in triple occ.

September 17 to 19, 2016 3 days / 2 nights / 5 meals / visits & concerts

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 1 night’ accommodation at Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu • Free time at the hotel / pers. in double occ. and at the Casino de Charlevoix • 1 night’ accommodation at La Roche Pleureuse in Ile-aux-Coudres • Livened up evening / pers. in single occ. and dance • 5 meals: 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 2 dinners including one offered by the Casino • Visit of the paper mill ecomuseum Papeterie Saint-Gilles • Guided tour of Ile-auxCoudres with a local guide • Visit of the mills and the Cidrerie et Verger Pedneault (cidery and orchard) including a tasting • Historical, cultural and architectural interpretation of 6 churches with Paul Racine • 4 organ recitals in 4 different churches • Luggage handling in hotels • Free time in Baie Saint-Paul • Services of Paul Racine, a Gendrontours group leader

475 585

Packages include tips at the restaurant, client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 and taxes.

CHARLEVOIX: HISTORY, GASTRONOMY AND ART

La Malbaie | Baie Saint-Paul

BRING

YOUR BIKE FOR ONLY

$20

per person

$/ pers.455 in quad. occ. $/ pers.465 in triple occ.

September 27 to 29, 2016 3 days / 2 nights / 6 meals / visits

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 2 nights’ accommodation at Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu • 6 meals: 3 breakfasts including 1 lunch box on the way in, 2 lunches & 1 dinner at the Casino de / pers. in single occ. Charlevoix • Visits: Bootlegger’s House, Centre de l’émeu, Astroblème, Ferme basque de Charlevoix, laiterie Charlevoix, Domaine Forget, St-Gilles paper mills, gardens and sculptures • Luggage handling • Free time at the Casino de Charlevoix and Baie Saint-Paul • Services of a Gendrontours group leader

$/ pers.475 in double occ. $ 595

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Discovery Getaways By Marie-Eve Paulin, Special Contributor

Want to get away from it all? Let Gendrontours inspire you! If you want to break out of your routine, or just stop racing against the clock for a while, we have just what you need. Hop on with Gendrontours for a quick escape just a few hours away from home: pleasure guaranteed! Our experienced team has worked tirelessly to secure the best packages with our partners and choose the most interesting spots to delight and entertain you. Meet with other curious travelers

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looking to relax, socialize, have fun and set off on an adventure filled with incredible discoveries. Every season, you can choose from a wide range of options. Be the first to visit enchanting sites in some of the most beautiful destinations in QuĂŠbec and Ontario, accompanied by a Gendrontours guide. Truly passionate about what they do, our guides are a tireless source of advice and anecdotes that are sure to make your experience even better. Our packages include one, two or three-day escapes that will allow you to explore new

horizons. Every region has its own unique charm and appealing activities. You will get to meet artists and artisans who channel the utmost ingenuity in order to show off their talents. Whether you enjoy visual arts or theatre arts, love nature, food or sports, we will provide the perfect package, sure to surprise and delight you in every way. Enjoy an unforgettable getaway alone, with family, friends or as part of a group. Be a kid againâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and try your hand at some fun, new activities. Visit historical sites, take part in various festivities, discover the beauty of cultural treasures, indulge in local delicacies, wander the

DISCOVERY

GETAWAYS

BRING

YOUR BIKE FOR ONLY

$20

CANADIAN TULIP FESTIVAL IN OTTAWA

per person

GOURMET CRUISE

Memphrémagog Lake, Magog

May 17, 19 & 23, 2016

$ 95 / pers.

1 day / 1 meal / visits

June 30, August 10 & September 15, 2016

$ 160 / pers.

1 day / 1 meal / visit & tasting

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Guided cruise on Rideau Canal • 1 lunch at Tucker’s Marketplace • Free time on Parliament Hill • Visit of Commissioners Park – Lake Dow. The commission of the national capital will plant 300 000 flowers and will present the Tulips of Friendship exhibition.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 3-hour cruise on the Grand Cru including 1 lunch, musicians and tips on board • Visit and tasting at Le Cep D’Argent winery

Orford Express: Discovering cantons-de-l’Est between Magog and Bromont

Fred Pellerin’s Village

June 23, July 20, August 3, September 14 & October 19, 2016 1 day / 1 meal / train ride & visits

$ 145 / pers.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Discovery of Magog with your group leader • Tour on board the Orford Express including 1 lunch • Cultural and historical entertainment as well as music and performer on board • Tips for the train trip

saint-Élie-de-caxton

July 19, 2016 1 day / 2 meals / visit

$ 115 / pers.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Lunchbox lunch • Dinner at Le Floribel • Guided tour of Saint-Élie-de-Caxton • Free time in the village • Services of a Gendrontours driver-guide

NEW

BRING

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LAKE CHAMPLAIN AND GUYON FARM

Cruise & Tour

$ 115 / pers.

June 28, August 1 & September 5, 2016 1 day / 1 meal / cruise & visits

vineyards, enjoy our amazing bodies of water, and set sail for an excursion or cruise. Choose the type of getaway you are looking for: escape, relaxation, gourmet pleasures, rail tour, theme-based outing, cultural escape, concert, and more. Find some time for yourself somewhere between work and retirement, your kids and colleagues, the problems that need fixing, the traffic you have to deal with, and everything else life throws at you. Pick a getaway, and let Gendrontours take you there!

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Lunch at resto-bar terrace La Marina in Venise-en-Québec • 1.5-hour Lake Champlain cruise • Guided tour of Guyon Farm

July 26, 27 & 28 and August 2, 2016 1 day / 1 meal / cruise & visits

$20

per person

$ 115 / pers.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 2.5-hour cruise in the Thousand Islands • Buffet lunch during the cruise • $ 10 gift voucher for the Shorelines Casino Thousands Islands • Free time at the casino • Privilege Points for the same day • Services of a Gendrontours driver-guide

NEW

route des Gerbes d’Angélica

MONTREAL FROM ANOTHER ANGLE

Mirabel

FOR ONLY

THOUSAND ISLANDS CRUISE gananoque

$ 110 / pers.

Grande bibliothèque | place ville marie

June 29, July 5 & August 16, 2016 Christmas Special: November 19 & December 3, 2016

July 7, 28 & August 12, 2016

1 day / 1 meal / visits

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Lunch • 45-minute guided tour of 8 gardens and free time • Visit Brise des Champs Alpaga Farm • Visit and tasting at Négondos winery

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Audio-guided tour of the La Bibliothèque la nuit exhibition • Dinner at Essence restaurant • 2-hour city tour of Montreal with a local guide • Ascent the new observatory

These packages include the services of a Gendrontours group leader, tips at the restaurant, the client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 and taxes.

$ 125 / pers.

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GETAWAYS

DISCOVERY

village québécois d’antan

NEW

1 day / 1 meal / visit

MARIE-VICTORIN PARK

Quebec City

Kingsey falls, arthabaska

August 8 to 9, 2016 2 days / 1 night / 4 meals / visits

$/ pers.325 in triple occ.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 1 night’ accommodation at Plaza Quebec Hotel 4* • 1 breakfast • 1 lunch at Le / pers. in double occ. Parlementaire located in the Parliament hotel • 1 dinner at Côtes-à-Côtes resto / pers. in single occ. grill in Old Quebec • 1 lunchbox lunch when visiting Grosse Ile • Cruise at Grosse Ile • Visit of Grosse Ile • Stopover at the Basilica-Cathedral Notre-Dame de Québec’s Holy Door • Free time in Quebec City

$ 345 $ 425

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drummondville

October 29, 2016

THE HOLY DOOR & GROSSE ILE

$/ pers.315 in quad. occ.

Haunted Village

NEW

September 7, 2016 1 day / 1 meal / visits

$ 115 / pers.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Buffet lunch • Guided tour of Cascade factory • Guided tour of Marie-Victorin’s thematic gardens • Access to the general store, educational laboratory, tropical greenhouse and/or vegetable garden • Access to the Passerelle des Bâtisseurs • Gifts given by Cascade factory

$20

per person

$ 100 / pers.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Halloween’s thematic meal • Visit and sightseeing in the Village Québécois d’Antan

NEW CHRISTMAS MARKET

Mystery getaway! Your destination will be revealed in the bus

December 1 & 15, 2016 1 day / 1 meal / visit

$85 / pers.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Visit and free time at the Christmas market • 1 dinner

NEW

NEW © Michel Julien

FERME NOUVELLE FRANCE AND MICROBREWERY mauricie $ 125 / pers. August 9, 2016 1 day / 1 meal / visits

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 3-service dinner • 1-hour visit on foot of the farm to see the vegetable garden, flower garden and farming museum • 1-hour visit by cart of the orchard, vineyard and bird park • Fresh vegetable tasting • Visit of the Nouvelle France brewery • Tasting of 4 beers

cité de l’énergie AND dragao

shawinigan

BRING

YOUR BIKE

cantons-de-l’est

$/ pers.345 in quad. occ. $/ pers.365 in triple occ. $/ pers.385 in double occ. $ 495

/ pers. in single occ.

FOR ONLY

$20

per person

September 10 to 11, 2016

$ 175 / pers.

1 day / 1 meal / visits & show

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Dinner in Shawinigan • Dragao’s night time show, an adventure of Amos Daragon • Visit of the Museum of Prime Minister Jean Chrétien • Guided tour of behind the scene

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BRING

2 days / 1 night / 1 meal / visits

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 1 night’ accommodation at Auberge Estrimont Suites & Spa • 1 breakfast brunch • Visit and tasting of 6 products at Le cep D’Argent vineyard | VIP formula • Spa day at Bolton’s waterfall: Nordic baths, steam baths and spas • Free time in Magog

YOUR BIKE

village québécois d’antan

Illuminated Village

drummondville

December 10 & 17, 2016

$20

$ 100 / pers.

1 day / 1 meal / visit

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Traditional Holiday dinner • Visit and sightseeing in the Village Québécois d’Antan

Montreal’s Botanical Gardens

Quebec City

October 18 & 27, 2016

February 11, 2017

1 day / 1 meal / visits

FOR ONLY

per person

ICE HOTEL AND CARNIVAL

GARDENS OF LIGHT

August 20, 2016

ESCAPE & RELAXATION

$ 100 / pers.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Dinner at Kobe Japanese restaurant • Entry to the Botanical Gardens • Access to the event Gardens of Light in the Chinese and Japanese gardens • Entry at the Insectarium

$ 150 / pers.

1 day / 1 meal / visits

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Lunch • Guided tour of the Ice Hotel • 1 cocktail served in the famous ice glasses • 1 carnival’s effigy granting access to activities located on both major sites: Place Loto Québec and Place Desjardins • The carnival’s parade in the upper town • Free time in Quebec City

These packages include the services of a Gendrontours group leader, tips at the restaurant, the client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 and taxes.

WEB contest Identify these pictures

Identify pictures of these famous places as well as the countries in which they are and you may win a stay for eight (8) people in one of our houses in the Charlevoix area.

How to participate?

Fill the form in the Contest section of our website.

www.gendrontours.com/contest

THE MARITIMES By Jonathan Gloutnay, Director of Coach Travel

Whenever I think of the Maritimes, one word immediately comes to mind: hospitality! The people there always make you feel welcome, and really treat you like you’re part of the family. For me, travelling is all about enjoying good food, having a good time, and discovering new places. And, believe me, when you visit the Maritimes, you are sure to enjoy all of this—and so much more.

THE GASPÉSIE My earliest vacation memory is of my visit to the Gaspésie. My family and I took off on a road trip to discover all of the small villages running along Route 132. I explored the banks of the St. Lawrence River and discovered Percé Rock, Bonaventure Island, the Northern Gannet, delectable seafood and lots of friendly people. When I got older, I went back to visit on several occasions. As an adult, I saw the place in a whole new light and was truly able to see all that the Gaspésie has to offer. Whether you love to explore the outdoors, enjoy some hiking or fishing, or learn a little history, the Gaspésie has got everything you are looking for.

NEW BRUNSWICK With so much to see, it’s hard to know where to begin. So, why not let the Acadians guide the way? Anywhere you go, you are bound to find someone who would be thrilled to show

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you this little corner of the world. These folks are just oozing with passion for their province and history… plus, you’ll be completely charmed by their accent. There is simply no better way to immerse yourself in this atmosphere than to take part in the Tintamarre celebration in Caraquet and march through the village with the Acadians. Your visit would not be complete without stopping at the Village historique acadien, the Pays de la Sagouine, the Olivier Soapery and the Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park, to name a few.

NOVA SCOTIA Who would ever think about visiting the Maritimes without taking the time to discover Nova Scotia? Recently, I had the chance to go back for a wonderful two-week vacation. And, I have to say, I was completely swept away. I took the time to really get to know the area and adapt its pace to my own. There’s just so much to discover here: the ocean, the beautiful city of Halifax with its Citadel and the Titanic graves, the old city of Lunenburg (a UNESCO World Heritage site), the famous Peggy’s Cove lighthouse and, of course,

Cape Breton Island. I was enchanted by every little bit of it—as I’m sure you will be too.

MAGDALEN ISLANDS The archipelago of the Magdalen Islands is located approximately 215 km from the Gaspé Peninsula. Aptly nicknamed “the pearl of the Gulf of St. Lawrence,” it will seduce you with its 300 km of gorgeous white-sand beaches running along an ocean of the deepest blue. The coastline is a spectacular combination of bays, inlets, steep cliffs, endless dunes and, as you make your way inland, beautiful rolling green hills. The minute you set foot on these magnificent islands, you will feel the legendary hospitality its people are known for; you’ll feel like part of the family in no time. You’ll fall in love with their wonderful accent and unique way of expressing themselves—and, of course, that joie de vivre that we’ve come to associate with the Acadian people. So, what are you waiting for? There is so much for you to discover in the Maritimes! Just choose one of these four fantastic regions, and get planning.

THE

MARITIMES

NOVA SCOTIA

moncton | Sydney | Halifax | Fredericton

$/ pers.1,315 in quad. occ.

July 29 to August 4, 2016 7 days / 6 nights / 14 meals / visits

$/ pers.1,375 in triple occ.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by VIP bus: free Internet access, individual headset and more • 6 nights’ accommodation: / pers. in double occ. 1 night at Château Moncton, 2 nights at Holiday Inn Sydney, 2 nights at best / pers. in single occ. Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel in Halifax & 1 night at Quality Inn & Suites Amsterdam in Fredericton • 14 meals: 6 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 6 dinners • Ferry to Fundy Bay on board the Fundy Rose • Visits: Covered Bridge potato Chip Company factory, Alexander Graham Bell Museum, Louisbourg Fortress, hautes-Terres-de-Cap-Breton national park, Lunenbourg, Peggy’s Cove and stop at mahone Bay, Grand-Pré national historic site, Port-Royal national historic site • Guided tour: Halifax, Titanic’s Cemetery and Citadelle-d’Halifax national historic site • Tips in restaurants and to local guides • A bilingual group leader from Expression Voyages • Taxes

$ 1,495 $ 1,895

MAGDALEN ISLANDS VIP CRUISE

July 29 to August 5, 2016 Book before May 31, 2016

August 19 to 26, 2016 Book before July 12, 2016

8 days / 7 nights / 20 meals / visits

BRING

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$20

per person

$100

discount / couple before the deadline

Oceanview stateroom Inside stateroom with private bathroom with private bathroom

$/ pers.1,865 $ 1,795 in quad. occ. / pers. in quad. occ. $/ pers.1,965 $ 1,875 in triple occ. / pers. in triple occ. $/ pers.2,155 $ 2,025 in double occ. / pers. in double occ.

rimouski | carleton-sur-mer | Percé | matane

$/ pers.919 in quad. occ.

July 30 to August 4, 2016 6 days / 5 nights / 5 meals / visits

$/ pers.979 in triple occ.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 5 nights’ accommodation: 1 night at Le Navigateur hotel 4*, 1 night at Hostellerie / pers. in double occ. Baie Bleue & Golf 3* in Carleton-sur-Mer, 2 nights at Riotel Percé 3* ands 1 night at / pers. in single occ. Riotel Matane 3* • 5 meals: 4 breakfasts and 1 lobster dinner in Percé • Visits: / child Pointe-du-Père maritime historic site, Empress of Ireland Museum, matamajaw historic ste, Miguasha national park, Banc-de-Pêche-dePaspébiac heritage site, Mary travers aka La Bolduc site, Gaspé Peninsula Museum, Florillon national park, Le Boutillier manor and jardins de Métis • Stop at Causapsal • Cruise around the Percé Rock and Bonaventure Island • Free time in Percé • Tips at the restaurants • Services of a Carte Postale Tours group leader • Service fees • Taxes

$ 1,089 $1,499 $ 849

OPTIONS ($): • Lunchbox for lunch on day 4 at Bonaventure Island | $ 15 • Whales-watching cruise on day 4 | $ 79

MAGDALEN ISLANDS, HAVRE ST-PIERRE & SAGUENAY FJORD VIP CRUISE

September 9 to 16, 2016 Book before June 21, 2016

8 days / 7 nights / 20 meals / visits

BRING

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$20

per person

BRING

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$20

per person

$100 discount / couple before the deadline

Oceanview stateroom Inside stateroom with private bathroom with private bathroom

$/ pers.1,805 $ 1,735 in quad. occ. / pers. in quad. occ. $/ pers.1,895 $ 1,805 in triple occ. / pers. in triple occ. $ 2,095 $ 1,965

INCLUDES: • Cruising from Montreal to the / pers. in single occ. / pers. in single occ. Magdalen Islands • 60 years old and less rate Transportation by bus (regular adult, add $ 110) with air-conditioned at destination • Accommodation in your stateroom when docked • 14 meals on board: 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 4 dinners • 6 dinners typical of the Magdalen Islands at destination: 3 lunches & 3 dinners • Visits: Fumoir d’Antan (smokehouse), La Grave Historical Site, Pied-de-Vent cheese factory • Visit of the Islands East side: stop at the Phare de l’Échouerie and Cape Albright, stop at Old Harry beach, La Salicorne, Le Barbocheux and Grande Entrée harbor • Visit of the Islands West side: Fatima Church, Belle-Anse, La Côte at Étang-du-Nord, Artisans du sable art gallery, Saint-Pierre-de-Lavernière church • Stage play Mes Iles Mon Pays • Private tour by bus from Chandler to Percé • Stopover in Quebec City • Services of our own Magdalen Islandsborn group leader, Marguerite Thériault • Taxes including the harbor tax of $ 92

INCLUDES: • Cruising / pers. in double occ. / pers. in double occ. from Montreal to the Magdalen Islands • Transportation by / pers. in single occ. / pers. in single occ. bus at destination • 60 years old and less rate (regular adult, add $ 110) Accommodation in your stateroom when docked • 15 meals on board: 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 5 dinners • 5 meals typical of the Magdalen Islands at destination: 3 lunches & 2 dinners • Visits: Fumoir d’Antan (smokehouse), La Grave Historical Site, Pied-de-Vent cheese factory • Visit of the Islands East side: stop at the Phare de l’Échouerie and Cape Albright, stop at Old Harry beach, La Salicorne, Le Barbocheux and Grande Entrée harbor • Visit of the Islands West side: Fatima Church, Belle-Anse, La Côte at Étang-du-Nord, Artisans du sable art gallery, Saint-Pierrede-Lavernière church • Stage play Mes Iles Mon Pays • Private tour by bus from Chandler to Percé • Stopover in Quebec City • Services of our own Magdalen Islands-born group leader, Marguerite Thériault • Taxes including the harbor tax of $ 92

OPTION ($): Parking space at Montreal’s Old Harbour at a preferential rate

$ 2,945 $ 2,645

AROUND THE GASPÉ PENINSULA

$ 2,895 $ 2,575

THE GREAT TINTAMARRE

Bathurst | moncton | fredericton

$/ pers.635 in quad. occ.

August 14 to 18, 2016 5 days / 4 nights / 8 meals

$/ pers.675 in triple occ.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 4 nights’ accommodation: 2 nights at Atlantic Host Hotel in Bathurst, 1 night / pers. in double occ. at the Crowne Plaza in Moncton and 1 night at the Ramada in Fredericton / pers. in single occ. • 8 meals: 1 dinner on the way there, 4 breakfasts, 1 dinner at Pays de la Sagouine, 1 dinner during the 2-hour Contes d’Homard cruise and 1 lunch at Hopewell Rocks • Great Tintamarre’s parade in Caraquet • Visits: The Oster Ecomuseum, the Acadian Historic Village, Savonnerie Olivier economuseum, Hopewell Rocks and guided tour of Pays de la Sagouine including Bagosse tasting • Free time in Caraquet during the Tintamarre • Stop at Bouctouche dune, at Cap Enragé and to the world’s longest covered bridge in Hartland • Services of a Gendrontours group leader • Tips at restaurants • Client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 • Taxes

$ 765

$ 1,035

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Named 7th Best City To Visit by the New York Times! BRING

YOUR BIKE FOR ONLY

$20

per person

FALL IN LOVE WITH

TORONTO

By Christine Paulin, Group Coordinator

A dark, dreary city of office towers? I think not! Toronto has definitely gotten a youthful makeover and is now considered a prime travel destination. Few places in the world can boast the combination of nature, urban vibe and architecture that Toronto can. Every year, thousands of tourists make their way to this great city teeming with activity—and, of course, known for being very safe! Dedicated to becoming the most sustainable city in North America, Toronto is a nature-lover’s paradise replete with 10 million trees, huge parks and natural areas all the way from Don River on the east side to Humber River on the west. Strolling through the city has never been so refreshing and invigorating! Make your way down Yonge Street—recognized by the Guinness Book of Records as being the longest street in the world—stretching a total of 1,861 km from north to south! You’ll find tons of clothing boutiques, souvenir shops and fast-food joints to enjoy along the way. Explore the financial district and stop in at various antique shops, boutiques and furniture stores in the trendy Rosedale and Dabvisville neighbourhoods just north of Bloor Street.

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Toronto also has a cool, edgy side that comes to life in the Distillery District—this superb little corner of the city is rich with history… and also offers an amazing variety of places where you can “quench your thirst!” Pastry shops, cafés, bars and restaurants abound in the heritage buildings of a former whiskey distillery. Come evening, you can experience all the excitement big cities are known for: the hip neighbourhoods, party atmosphere and bright lights will remind you of Times Square in New York or Piccadilly Circus in London. The chic, cosmopolitan feel and cultural diversity make you feel like you’ve taken a trip around the world. The Hockey Hall of Fame, the Royal Ontario Museum, Casa Loma, the Bata Shoe Museum, Ripley’s Aquarium and the must-see CN Tower are just some of the City’s major attractions. And, sports lovers will be happy to know that there are always countless baseball, hockey and basketball games to choose from. Stay at Chelsea Hotel in the heart of downtown. Located just steps away from Dundas Square, this hotel provides easy access to a multitude of stores and restaurants and the area has a great vibe you are sure to enjoy. Alone, with the family, with colleagues or with friends, a new adventure awaits you every day. Like the thousands of other tourists who travel to this fantastic city every year, you’ll find that getting there is easy by luxury coach or Via Rail train. Toronto is THE perfect weekend getaway! Don’t miss out on the action!

Baseball – Blue Jays

July 3 to 4 & September 24 to 25, 2016 2 days / 1 night / 1 meal

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 1 night’ accommodation at the Chelsey Hotel, downtown Toronto • Breakfast • Luggage handling at the hotel • Tickets to see 2 baseball matches • Free time to discover Toronto • Ticket fees • Services of a Gendrontours group leader

$/ pers.335 in quad. occ. $/ pers.355 in triple occ. $/ pers.375 in double occ. $/ pers.495 in single occ.

July 3 to 4, 2016 Ticket for the match against the Cleveland Indians (section 130 BR) Ticket for the match against the Kansas City Royals (section 130 AR) September 24 to 25, 2016 Tickets for a match against the New York Yankees (sections 114 LR & 130 CR) OPTION ($): GET THERE BY TRAIN! Starting at + $60 / person.

A HOT SUMMER IN TORONTO! July 15 to 17 & August 10 to 12, 2016 NEW 3 days / 2 nights / 2 meals INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 2 nights’ accommodation at the Chelsey hotel, downtown Toronto • 2 breakfasts • Free time in Toronto • Luggage handling at the hotel • Services of a Gendrontours group leader

$/ pers.325 in quad. occ. $/ pers.355 in triple occ. $/ pers.405 in double occ. $/ pers.615 in single occ.

OPTION ($): GET THERE BY TRAIN! Starting at + $60 / person.

HOLIDAY WEEKENDS May 21 to 23, 2016: National Patriots Day NEW October 8 to 10, 2016: Thanksgiving 3 days / 2 nights / 2 meals

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 2 nights’ accommodation at the Chelsey hotel, downtown Toronto • 2 breakfasts • Free time in Toronto • Luggage handling at the hotel • Services of a Gendrontours group leader

$/ pers.355 in quad. occ. $/ pers.385 in triple occ. $/ pers.425 in double occ. $/ pers.645 in single occ.

OPTION ($): GET THERE BY TRAIN! Starting at + $60 / person.

HOLIDAY SEASON December 2 to 4, 2016 NEW 3 days / 2 nights / 2 meals

$/ pers.315 in quad. occ. $ 335

/ pers. in triple occ.

$/ pers.375 in double occ. $/ pers.525 in single occ.

OPTION ($): GET THERE BY TRAIN! Starting at + $60 / person. These packages include the client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 and taxes.

ACTIVITIES Ripley’s Aquarium $ 30

Hockey Hall of Fame $ 17

Niagara Valley $ 40

CN Tower $ 36

crédit photo: City of Toronto

UNITED STATES

NEW YORK... REVISITED By Serge H. Malaison, Tour Guide

again and discover something new every single time. New York is consistently charming no matter what time of year you visit—spring, summer, fall and winter are all equally glorious in these surroundings. Although it is renowned for the bustling streets of Times Square and Broadway, New York has so much more to discover. The gorgeous streets of SoHo, the quaint restaurants and mythical bars of Greenwich Village, the cool, hip bars of the Meatpacking District, the “new Brooklyn” with its restaurants and art galleries, etc. Let me take you on a journey of discovery with Gendrontours three and four-day packages as we travel to New York by coach bus. You’ll quickly understand why I love this city so much, and why I always love going back. Care to join me?

New York… forever magical and mysterious. The City that never sleeps… and a city that I absolutely adore! It was this vision of New York that won me over when I first visited 20 years ago. I guess you could say that New York is to North America what Paris is to Europe. A city buzzing with activity and travellers who have come from far and wide to finally experience what they have long been waiting for: to set off on the adventure of a lifetime as they explore the City’s busy streets, not to mention the charming neighbourhoods that make New York one of the best travel destinations in the world. I’ve been lucky enough to work and live in this incredible city, to find love there (and have my heart broken!)—and to explore every last inch of it along the way. I have become well acquainted with the Big Apple, and it’s always a thrill to be able to share it with my friends and passengers. It gives me a chance to see it all

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BRING

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New York URBAN EXPLORATION

May 13 to 15, July 23 to 25, July 29 to 31, August 19 to 21, Sept. 23 to 25, oct. 14 to 16, Oct. 21 to 23, Dec. 2 to 4, Dec. 10 to 12 & Dec. 16 to 18, 2016 CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR Dec. 25 to 27 & Dec. 31 to Jan. 2, 2017

$/ pers.275 in quad. occ.

3 days / 2 nights / 2 meals

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Seat selection on the bus when booking • 2 nights’ accommodation at / pers. in triple occ. the Courtyard Marriott Paramus 3* or at the Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel / pers. in double occ. 3* • 2 hot breakfasts • Guided tour of New York • Map of New York • Stop at the / pers. in single occ. High Line, Ground Zero, 9-11 Memorial, & One World Trade Center • Walk in Times Square, Central Park, Wall Street, Financial District, South Street Seaport, Lower Manhattan, Chinatown, Little Italy, 5th Avenue & Rockefeller Center • 10% discount at Macy’s • Mystery discount card at Century 21

$ 305 $ 345 $ 515

NEW YORK IN FOUR STEPS June 23 to 26 & November 24 to 27, 2016

NEW

4 days / 3 nights / 3 meals

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Seat selection on the bus when booking • 3 nights’ accommodation at the Courtyard Marriott Paramus 3* or at / pers. in triple occ. the Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel 3* • 3 hot breakfasts • Guided tour of / pers. in double occ. New York • Map of New York • Stop at the High Line, Ground Zero, 9-11 Memorial, / pers. in single occ. & One World Trade Center • Walk in Times Square, Central Park, Wall Street, Financial District, South Street Seaport, Lower Manhattan, Chinatown, Little Italy, 5th Avenue & Rockefeller Center • 10% discount at Macy’s • Mystery discount card at Century 21

$/ pers.455 in quad. occ. $ 495 $ 575 $ 795

HOLIDAY WEEKENDS

May 20 t o22, 2016 - National Patriots Day September 2 to 4, 2016 – Labour Day September 8 t o10, 2016 – Thanksgiving 3 days / 2 nights / 2 meals

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Seat selection on the bus when booking • 2 nights’ accommodation at the Courtyard Marriott Paramus 3* or at / pers. in triple occ. the Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel 3* • 2 hot breakfasts • Guided tour of / pers. in double occ. New York • Map of New York • Stop at the High Line, Ground Zero, 9-11 Memorial, / pers. in single occ. & One World Trade Center • Walk in Times Square, Central Park, Wall Street, Financial District, South Street Seaport, Lower Manhattan, Chinatown, Little Italy, 5th Avenue & Rockefeller Center • 10% discount at Macy’s • Mystery discount card at Century 21

$/ pers.325 in quad. occ. $ 345 $ 385 $ 565

Option ($) : Opt for Manhattan! Aloft Manhattan Downtown 3*, Financial District (valid in May) or Midtown Hotel 3*, Midtown (valid in July and August) starting at + $ 125 / person in double occupancy. Other dates available on request, rates may vary. These packages include the services of a Gendrontours group leader, the client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 and taxes. * Valid for package from April to September only.

La meilleure façon de découvrir New York! Statue of Liberty Express 888.964.7180 • nywatertaxi.com

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NEW YORK

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ACTIVITIES & SHOWS Top of the Rock

Panoramic view of Manhattan on 360 degrees.

$ 30 USD

Empire State Building Get to the top and be amazed.

$ 25 USD

Hudson River Cruise 1-hour guided cruise to see the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Ellis Island and Battery Park.

$ 20 USD

Madame Tussauds Museum $ 35 USD

One World Trade Center $ 32 USD

SHOWS offered any time:

• The Phantom of the Opera • Chicago • Beautiful – The Carole King Musical

• • • •

Mamma Mia! An American in Paris The Lion King Doctor Zhivago

• • • •

Matilda Les Misérables The Book of Mormon And many more…

Prices and details with your travel agent.

NEW YORK BY YOURSELF

Offered on many departures

$ 160 / pers.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • Map of New York • Seat selection on the bus when booking • 10% discount at Macy’s

GET THERE BY PLANE!

Daily departures

Details on page 60.

Starting at

$ 995 / pers.

3 4 5 6

The skyline: The Top of the Rock, an observation deck located on the 68th, 69th and 70th floors of Rockefeller Center, is the perfect place to enjoy a 360-degree view of the New York City skyline. Thousands of skyscrapers intermingled with green spaces and some 100 bridges form the backdrop of this actionpacked metropolis. A second great option is the One World Observatory—an experience that kicks off with a 72-second elevator ride all the way to the 102nd Floor of the tower.

Green spaces: With over 113 km2 of park space, New York

is much greener than people tend to think. The most famous of all these green spaces is, of course, Central Park. Battery Park, located on the southern tip of the Island, is also fabulous and has an excellent observation deck on the Statue of Liberty. Bryant Park, 3.9 hectares at the heart of the financial district, is always busy and still within walking distance from Times Square and the theatres. The High Line is a public park built on a historic 2.5-km freight rail line elevated above the streets on the Lower West Side. They’re all just waiting to be discovered!

Neighbourhoods: The boroughs surrounding Manhattan also have lots to offer! A little less touristy, these areas let New York’s true culture shine through. Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island are alive with artists, cafés, bars and one-of-kind shops. Boasting a rich history, these neighbourhoods should definitely be part of your must-visit list. Broadway: This famous street runs 21 km and is the oldest north–south thoroughfare on the Island, dating back to pre-colonial times. It is also the most-visited street in all of New York. The theatre… off of Times Square, Broadway and a few adjacent streets form the Theater District, where you’ll find over 40 professional theatres. This particular area is such a point of reference that it is used as a classification system for New York theatres: On-Broadway, Off-Broadway or Off-Off-Broadway. Fashion: You’ll get a free fashion show 24 hours a day, 7 days a week just by watching people go by in New York. And, needless to say, the many boutiques and styles are a great source of inspiration for your next outfit. Plus, with Gendrontours, you get a discount at Macy’s and Century 21! Food: Discover New York’s culinary scene, and enjoy the best from every culture on the Island of Manhattan! When it comes to food, the Big Apple is synonymous with endless choice, variety and authentic restaurants! Vacation & Leisure 2016-2017

CHICAGO The Capital of the Midwest

By Jonathan Gloutnay, Director of Coach Bus Travel

The third largest city in the U.S., Chicago is relatively young when compared to Boston and New York. Still, Chicago is full of endless treasures, just waiting to be discovered. Did you know that Chicago is home to the starting point of legendary Route 66? With an urban landscape rich in both modern and old-school architecture, it’s plain to see why Chicago is a city unlike any other. Its strategic location alongside Lake Michigan also procures some of the most breathtaking views you’ve ever seen! From the Skydeck at the top of the 103rd floor of the Willis Tower, you can take in spectacular views spanning the City, the Plains of Illinois and Lake Michigan. Braver souls can also step out onto The Ledge, the glass-floor balcony extending out from the Skydeck! When it comes to good food, Chicago has clearly earned bragging rights. There are tons of restaurants to choose from with a variety of dishes to suit every taste and budget. Just make sure you try the signature deep-dish pizza! And,

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while you’re there, you will also want to indulge in some delectable gourmet sweet/salty popcorn at Garrett Popcorn Shops, established in 1949. There’s nothing better! Chicago’s downtown core, commonly referred to as The Loop, has several must-see places to visit. First off, there’s Millennium Park, which offers a wide range of free outdoor concerts. Just a hop, skip and jump away, you can also check out the Cloud Gate—a cool-looking iconic bean-shaped sculpture you’ll want to photograph from every angle! But, above all, you won’t want to miss the Chicago Riverwalk. Its canal and lift bridges are as synonymous with Chicago as Central Park is with New York. Stroll along the Magnificent Mile, recognized for its amazing nightlife, high-end boutiques, brand name shops and architecture. With over 70 museums of all sorts, beautiful fountains, endless green spaces and 45 km of beaches along Lake Michigan, Chicago has nothing to envy of other major North-American cities. In fact, thanks to its avant-garde urban vibe, Chicago rivals just about any other city you can think of. On top of it all, Chicago is one of the cleanest and quietest cities around. You’ll understand what we mean when you see the public transportation and many taxis running on hybrid energy. This considerably reduces noise

pollution and makes the city more eco-friendly. You’re sure to love it! One more thing you’ll want to add to your list is a game or two, whether it’s watching the Cubs or White Sox at baseball, the Blackhawks at hockey or the Bears at football. If you’re looking for a new destination and eager for great discoveries, I promise you Chicago won’t disappoint. You’ll be under its charm in no time. In fact, you’re bound to be sad to leave, and soon be dreaming of the day you get to visit again. BRING

YOUR BIKE

CAPITAL OF MODERN ARCHITECTURE 755 $ / pers. in quad. occ.

FOR ONLY

$20

per person

August 23 to 28, 2016 6 days / 5 nights / 2 meals / visits

855

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 2 nights’ accommodation at the Best Western Plus Waterfront Hotel 4* / pers. in double occ. in Windsor • 3 nights’ accommodation at the Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza River / pers. in single occ. North downtown • 2 breakfasts in Windsor • Willis Tower Skydeck • Visit of The Loop and the navy Pier • Visit and free time at the Millenium Park • 3-hour guided tour of Chicago • Visit and free time at Lincoln Park Zoo • Architectural cruise on the Chicago River • Free time on the magnificent Mile / pers. in triple occ.

$ 1,045 $ 1,675

ONE-WAY OR ROUND TRIP TRANSPORTATION BY PLANE PRICE ON REQUEST

This package includes the services of a Gendrontours group leader, the client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 and taxes.

ATLANTIC CITY AND PHILADELPHIA © Bob Krist

By Jonathan Gloutnay, Director of Coach Bus Travel

When you think about Atlantic City, casinos are most likely the first thing that come to mind. But, don’t be fooled! The “Las Vegas of the East coast” has so much more to offer, for every taste and for all ages. Atlantic City initially became a popular destination as a result of its proximity to big cities like New York and Philadelphia. Starting in 1870, the city laid down its very first wooden platform along the beach. This marked the beginning of its now famous boardwalk, so popular it has been lengthened and modified countless times since its inception, and is now considered the longest in the world. The Atlantic City of yesteryear, however, has not always been the same. In the 20s, during the prohibition, hotel proprietors would serve liquor in coffee cups to avoid going bankrupt. During the Second World War, American soldiers would stay in the city’s hotels before being deployed to Europe. And, did you know that the Miss America Pageant was held in Atlantic City every year between 1921 and 2000? That the city served as inspiration for the inventor of Monopoly? That the very first legal casino was established here only in 1970? Indeed, Atlantic City has had a colourful past. Today, the city offers a vast array of shows to choose from throughout the year. You can also enjoy its many beaches, take in some fishing or enjoy a cruise. In addition to this, there are 20 or so golf courses located close to the city. Or, if you like shopping, Tanger Outlets has over 100 shops and restaurants for you to explore. In the mood to party or let off some steam? The city has tons of

places where you can have a drink and enjoy some good times. While in New Jersey, you can also visit Philadelphia. Philly is a city replete with history, culture and great food. Did you know that the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were both signed here? In fact, Philadelphia was the very first U.S. capital, and was home to Benjamin Franklin for almost two decades. If you’re a history and culture buff, you can’t miss seeing the iconic Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, the President’s House, the Rodin Museum, the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Masonic Temple. You’ll also want to check out the Reading Terminal Market where the Amish come to sell their wares. And, if you’re interested in discovering more about the Amish community, try the guided tour in Lancaster. This farming community’s lifestyle will take you back to an era before technology, running water and electricity. Also, we will take you to see the mega-production Samson presenting a large-scale show which will amaze you, just like the million people having seen it in 2015.

ATLANTIC CITY

July 17 to 22, 2016 6 days / 5 nights / visits

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 5 nights’ accommodation at the Bally’s Hotel 4* located on the beach and the boardwalk • $ 60 worth of playing credits • $ 40 worth of / pers. in double occ. meal credits • Welcome meet including beer, wine and cheese • Visit of Philadelphia • Free / pers. in single occ. time on the beach or at Tangier Outlets • Services of a group leader • Client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 • Taxes

$/ pers.779 in triple occ. $ 789

$ 1,140

OPTION ($) : Visit of Renault Vineyard

PHILADELPHIA AND THE AMISH: Samson show

BRING

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$20

per person

$/ pers.615 in quad. occ.

September 13 to 16 & November 6 to 9, 2016

$ 665

4 days / 3 nights / 5 meals

/ pers. in triple occ.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 3 nights’ accommodation: 1 night at the Crowne Plaza Philadelphia West, located in Philadelphia’s suburb and 2 / pers. in single occ. nights at the heritage Hotel Lancaster • 5 meals: 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch at Shady Maple & 1 Dutch-style dinner at the Hershey Farm restaurant • Ticket to see the Samson show • Orientation tour by bus and on foot of Philadelphia • Free time in Philadelphia including the Old Town • Visits of the Amish Farm & House • 1-hour guided tour by bus of Amish County • Visit of the Hershey Chocolate Factory • Free time at Tanger Outlets • Stop in Intercourse at the Kitchen Kettle Village

$/ pers.775 in double occ. $ 1,085

These packages include the services of a Gendrontours group leader, the client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 and taxes.

ONE-WAY OR ROUND TRIP TRANSPORTATION BY PLANE PRICE ON REQUEST

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UNITED STATES

BRING

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per person

$/ pers.595 in quad. occ.

June 15 to 19 & September 6 to 10, 2016 5 days / 4 nights / 4 meals

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 4 nights’ accommodation at the Comfort Inn & Suites by Carlson in / pers. in triple occ. Camp Springs in Washington, D.C.’s suburb • 4 breakfasts • 4-hour guided / pers. in double occ. tour of Washington, D.C. with a local guide: White House, Capitol, Library / pers. in single occ. of Congress, Lincoln Monument, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Washington Monument and other must-see places. • Potomac River cruise • Entry to the Smithsonian Institution museums: National Museum of Natural History, National Air & Space Museum, Art Museum, Holocaust Museum, National Museum of American History and the National Museum of African Art • Visit of Arlington Cemetery • Visit of the International Spy Museum • Visit of Mount Vernon plantation • Free time in Washington, D.C. and Alexandria • Map of Washington, D.C. • Services of a Gendrontours group leader • Client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 • Taxes

$ 675 $ 795

$ 1,245

washington, D.C.

ONE-WAY OR ROUND TRIP TRANSPORTATION BY PLANE PRICE ON REQUEST

By Julie Trahan, Travel Consultant

In this year of presidential elections, Gendrontours invites you to discover the U.S. capital, where major world decisions are made, day in and day out. In Washington, everything is clean, classic and oozing of patriotism. No matter where you look, there is sure to be an American flag standing tall and strong, flapping proudly in the wind. Lovers of politics, history and culture… this is the place for you!

All things political

Anyone planning on going to Washington should expect to visit the city’s major historical monuments and emblems: the iconic White House, the Pentagon, the Capitol (with its highly recognizable dome), the Lincoln Memorial with its obelisk and statue of the 16th President of the United States. You’ll also want to stop in at the Library of Congress, which houses an incredible 138 million documents stacked across 850 km of shelves! If you have the time, you absolutely must visit the National Archives Building, where you can see the original Declaration of Independence and Constitution of the United States. Lastly, make sure you take a few minutes to pay tribute to the soldiers who gave their lives, from the

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American Civil War to today, by making your way to Arlington National Cemetery located across the Potomac River. Along with soldiers who have died in the line of duty, many dignitaries have also been buried here, including JFK.

Safe and clean

When visiting this hub of U.S. politics, keep in mind that there is a very heavy police presence here, especially in the northeast portion of the city where the political elite are concentrated. This area is also where you’ll find the main tourist attractions. As such, you’ll be able to stroll the streets without a worry, enjoying the surroundings of crisp white buildings standing in contrast to the impeccably manicured green spaces. Plus, getting around in Washington is as easy as it gets; the streets are laid out in a straight checkerboard pattern and all main roads lead you back to the central squares.

Sociocultural life

If culture is your thing, a single visit to Washington will not suffice. The city has 200 museums for you to explore. And, the best part is, 95% of them are free! The Smithsonian Institution, established in 1846, currently includes 19. Here, you’ll be able to

enjoy a variety of sites dedicated to key areas of interest such as aviation, space exploration, art, history, natural science and native peoples. Those who are into architecture will certainly have plenty to see as they explore the city’s splendid mix, which includes Ancient Egypt, classical Greek, Medieval Europe and 19th century France. Indeed, Washington is known for its neoclassical style, particularly evidenced in the structures of Georgetown University. Enjoy the gardens and green spaces as you get acquainted with modern or contemporary art at the National Mall, an immense park that is home to several commemorative monuments. If you’re in the mood to enjoy some fresh air, the Potomac River is a great place to start. Running through the heart of the city, the river offers you the chance to enjoy water sports and other recreational activities. Or, you can simply hop on a cruise and explore. On the culinary side, Washington does not disappoint. You will have access to a wide variety of ethnic restaurants and boutiques. This wonderful city boasts tremendous culinary diversity and something for every budget. For a vacation rich in history, Washington, D.C. is definitely the place to be!

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Nashville and memphis

Immerse yourself in the world of American music: from country to rock ‘n’ roll © Memphis CVB

There are many sides to American culture, and Gendrontours invites you to explore one of them as you discover everything there is to know about music—from country to rock ‘n’ roll. Travel back in time on the roads of Tennessee. From Nashville to Memphis, come experience American music from every possible angle.

A musical adventure Synonymous with a party atmosphere and smoky rooms, American music pairs perfectly with a shot of bourbon or whisky, or perhaps even an ice-cold beer. Re-live everything from wild-coloured album covers, shiny jukeboxes blasting classic tunes and cool neon signs as you take a musical journey from 1940 to 1975. Country icons such as Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash and Loretta Lynn were a true influence on rock ‘n’ roll legends from Bob Dylan to Elvis—all of whom are responsible for getting generations of music lovers up on their feet. It’ll really take you back! During your getaway, we suggesting filling up on history, movies, photos and archival documents by visiting some of the most beautiful historical places, museums and recording studios. Tennessee abounds with places dedicated exclusively to country and rock music. Expect to enjoy some great memories and a taste of some of the best music around.

Nashville: more than just country music Despite being the home of country music and second largest music production hub in the United

States after New York City, there is so much more to Nashville than its musical side. Did you know that it was a strategic town during the Civil War? Nashville also has several universities, including prestigious Vanderbilt University. Andrew Jackson, the 7th President of the United States, owned several acres of cotton plantations there. And, the city is also home to Centennial Park where you’ll find an art museum that is a full-scale replica of the original Parthenon in Athens. Take a guided tour of the city and discover all of its hidden treasures.

Stroll Beale Street in the evening and let yourself be transported by the music. This pedestrian street is a hub of restaurants and bars filled with bands belting out tunes of every musical style! Re-live the American Dream as you tour Cleveland, Cincinnati, Nashville, Louisville, Memphis… it’s every music lover’s dream come true! © Nashville Convention & Visitors Corporation

By Marie-Eve Paulin, Special Contributor

NEW

Louisville: derby, and bourbon You simply can’t visit Tennessee without stopping in Louisville. Although sports lovers might know the city as the home of the famous Louisville slugger baseball bat, the city is equally as famous for its bourbon. Louisville is an eclectic and vibrant place with a spectacular blend of historical and contemporary architecture. Visit the third largest historic district in the U.S., discover the world of the Kentucky Derby and experience a variety of outdoor, cultural and just plain fun activities!

Memphis: Graceland and Elvis It’s impossible to talk about Memphis without mentioning The King! The first thing you’ll want to do in Memphis is join the thousands of other tourists who have come to see Graceland and learn everything they can about how Elvis lived. You’ll visit mythical places where blues, soul and rock legends got their start. Sun Studio, the Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum and Heartbreak Hotel—there is something for everyone to enjoy.

COUNTRY & ROCK N’ ROLL

$/ pers.1,225 in quad. occ.

October 18 to 25, 2016 8 days / 7 nights / 7 meals

$/ pers.1,345 in triple occ.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 7 nights’ accommodation: 1 night in Cleveland, 2 nights in Louisville, 1 / pers. in double occ. night in Nashville, 2 nights in Graceland and 1 night in Pittsburg • 7 breakfasts • / pers. in single occ. Visit of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland • Guided tour of the American Sign Museum in Cincinnati • Visit and tasting at the Jim Beam American Stillhouse distillery • Guided tour of the Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage plantation • Guided tour ono foot and by bus of Nashville with a local guide • Visit of the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville • Platinum tour of Graceland with headset • Visit of the Rock N’ Roll Soul Museum in Memphis • Guided tour of Sun Studios in Memphis • Guided tour and visit of Loretta Lynn’s ranch in Hurricane Mills • Guided tour of the Kentucky Derby Museum in Louisville • Free time in Memphis and Nashville • Tips for the meals • Services of a Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

$ 1,575 $ 2,325

ONE-WAY OR ROUND TRIP TRANSPORTATION BY PLANE PRICE ON REQUEST

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Boston, Cape Cod & Provincetown $/ pers.695 in quad. occ.

August 3 to 7, 2016 5 days / 4 nights / 5 meals / visits

$/ pers.755 in triple occ.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 4 nights’ accommodation: 2 nights at the Comfort Inn North Shore / pers. in double occ. 3* in Danvers (Boston’s suburb) and 2 nights at the Quality Inn Cape Cod in / pers. in single occ. Hyannis • 4 breakfasts • Ferry between Boston and Provincetown • Prudential Tower’s Skywalk • Discovering Cape Cod and its sand dunes • Visit of the Plimoth Plantation museum and the Mayflower II in Plymouth • Lunch at the Plimoth Plantation • Free time: Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall, Provincetown and Boston • Walking along the Freedom Trail and the Boston Common Park

$ 875

$ 1,325

BOSTON MASSACHUSETTS

BRING

YOUR BIKE FOR ONLY

$20

per person

and diversity have made it an incredibly popular tourist destination. And, no doubt, the warm, friendly nature of Bostonians also adds to the appeal! I personally have a special place in my heart for this city because of the fact that it welcomed tens of thousands of Irish immigrants, including many of my very own ancestors. If you like to party, you are sure to love Boston. Irish pubs abound, from one end of the city to the other. And, as a university city with gorgeous campuses such as those of Harvard and MIT, Boston also boasts countless green spaces you are sure to enjoy. It is truly a historic city—one of the oldest cities in the U.S., in fact. Its wealth of culture and historic districts make it a pure pleasure to discover.

$/ pers.325 in quad. occ.

August 26 to 28, 2016 3 days / 2 nights / 2 meals / visits

$/ pers.365 in triple occ.

By Serge H. Malaison, Tour Guide

Boston remains one of my favourite cities on the American East Coast. Its colonial past, rich culture

BOSTON AND NEWPORT’S CASTLES

Its French past is still very much evident throughout the city, with the French Quarter standing as testament to this incredibly rich history. After the French Quarter, Boston’s North End is another neighbourhood definitely worth checking out. Known as Boston’s Little Italy, this part of the city is packed with top-quality restaurants, pastry shops (famous for their cannoli) and, of course, a slew of art galleries. After New York the fabulous, Boston the marvelous is a joy to visit, thanks in part to its dozens of parks, and the countless places you can enjoy the water throughout the city. As much as I love New York for its sheer size, I have to say that I love Boston for its quiet charm. Of course, no visit to Boston would be complete without exploring the neighbouring areas. Cape Cod is a must-see if only for its fabulous beaches. And, a little farther off, the splendid castles of Newport are a thrill to see. I simply can’t contain my love for this region! Join me on one of our next departures and you’ll quickly understand why!

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 2 nights’ accommodation at the Holiday Inn Express Andover North / pers. in double occ. Lawrence • 2 breakfasts • Prudential Tower’s Skywalk • Guided tour of / pers. in single occ. Boston with a local guide including a stop at Harvard •Audio-guided tour of The Breakers in Newport • Free time at Quincy Market and Faneuil Hall • Walking along the Freedom Trail and Boston Common Park • Visit and discovery of Newport

$ 425 $ 625

Boston

Cradle of the independence of the United States

$/ pers.315 in quad. occ. $/ pers.355 in triple occ.

June 10 to 12, 2016 September 30 to October 2, 2016 3 days / 2 nights / 2 meals / visits

$/ pers.435 in double occ.

INCLUDES: • Transportation by luxury bus • 2 nights’ accommodation at the Fairfield Inn & Suites Boston / pers. in single occ. North 3* • 2 breakfasts • Prudential Tower’s Skywalk • Guided tour of Harvard University and Cambridge • Visit on foot of Boston’s attractions, neighbourhoods and monuments • Walking along Charles River

$ 625

OPTION ($): 90-minute historical cruise from Boston’s harbor | $ 23 USD ONE-WAY OR ROUND TRIP TRANSPORTATION BY PLANE PRICE ON REQUEST These packages include the services of a Gendrontours group leader, the client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 and taxes.

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Group travel …

Advantages

galore!

Tempted to take part in a group trip, but still weighing all the pros and cons? Let us tell you about all of the advantages of travelling with a group so you can be well informed and ready to make an enlightened decision. Travelling as part of a group can relieve you of a lot of the stress that comes with visiting a new destination, and all of its unknowns. That’s because everything is taken care of for you—from start to finish. You won’t have to worry about booking your flights, hotels, restaurants or about getting your tickets to visit museums or monuments. Hotel checkins and travel to the various activities will be handled by your guide, who is also a great source of help during your trip, and who generally speaks the language of the country you are visiting (which can be a blessing for those who are a little more linguistically challenged!). Group travel also offers a lot more freedom than people think. Although

these trips generally follow a set schedule, there are tons of opportunities for travellers to go off on their own and explore. Besides, scheduled activities usually include most of the essentials such as visits to the main sites and monuments. Group travel is also a great way to meet new people, share with others who have the same interests and create friendships that can continue even after your trip. Travelling with fellow Canadians who speak your language can make you feel safer and more comfortable when visiting an unknown place. During a trip to very exotic places, having this sense of belonging can really help ease the culture shock certain individuals may be feeling. What’s more, if you particularly enjoyed the guide you had during a given trip, you can always choose to be part of his or her group again in the future. You’ll be free to discover other

destinations with complete peace of mind, and without any of the fear of the unknown you may have had before your first group trip. It’s the best of both worlds! On the practical side, travelling as part of a group means you won’t have to drive, look for parking (or pay for it!) or take taxis in unknown countries, which takes away most of the stress that comes with travelling—a clear advantage! Group travel is also rewarding from a financial perspective. Travellers who reserve a spot in a group can have access to a set price for a given date as well as preferential rates for certain excursions and visits.

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CRUISES

Cruises

Navigate the waters of the latest trends with Gendrontours By Mathieu Robert, Travel Consultant, Cruise Specialist

The best advice I can give for your first cruise is: pick something that reflects your personality and your needs. The company, ship, itinerary and even the cabin will have a direct influence on your travel experience. At Gendrontours, we stay up to date on the latest in the world of cruise travel to ensure your trip is an unforgettable one. Trends in this industry tend to slowly be adopted by each of the various cruise lines. The all-inclusive concept is an interesting example of an approach that more and more companies, including Norwegian Cruise Line and Celebrity Cruises seem to be taking advantage of. In fact, the current trend seems to be offering regular promotions that include alcoholic beverages, on-board credits, tips and even free Internet access. River cruises and smaller ships are also an emerging phenomenon that is attracting a wider clientele thanks to their attentive service, longer stopovers and, quite often, a heightened culinary experience. Catering to those who are travelling alone is also a growing trend. Many ships now offer single cabins with no added costly fees to accommodate those who need it. Cruise itineraries are gradually changing too. We are seeing a wider selection of destinations, cruises planned in conjunction with special events and the option of spending more nights at ports of call,

allowing you to enjoy even more time at unique and diverse destinations. Our 2016–2017 line-up includes our usual specialties: • • • • • • • • •

Alaska Bermuda Bahamas Caribbean U.S. East Coast Northern Europe Hawaii The Mediterranean The Middle East (Dubai)

…as well as exclusive cruise stopovers oceanwide where you can experience countless popular festivals such as the Rio Carnival, Mardi Gras, the Lantern Festival, New Year in Dubai, and much more! • • • • • • • • •

Antarctica The Arctic Australia/New Zealand South America China, Taiwan and Japan The Suez Canal Islands of the Indian Ocean The Rivers of Portugal and Central Europe Vietnam and the Philippines

À la Carte packages Departing weekly

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Set sail with Norwegian Cruise Line for a truly unique ocean vacation By Mélanie Simard, Group Guide

Hop aboard a captivating, modern ship and let yourself be charmed and delighted by the multitude of experiences just waiting to be discovered. A ship where fun, activities, superb entertainment and accommodations are limitless, and where each and every moment aboard is pure freedom. A ship that provides a spectacular choice of restaurants and exceptional international cuisine, with no restrictions on dining times or seating. A ship that will comfortably transport you to the most coveted destinations in the world. Put all your worries behind you—Freestyle Cruising® has everything you need. Aboard NCL’s modern and refined ships, you’ll find unparalleled selection everywhere you look. It all starts with the vast selection of cabins and suites, designed to suit every taste and budget.

You’ll also discover endless equipment, activities and entertainment areas. There is plenty to keep both young and old busy, no matter what their interests are. You can enjoy the activities or just relax and have a good time, wherever you go on the ship! When it’s time to eat, there are tons of dining options to choose from. The best part is that you get to enjoy them how you want and when you want. It’s a “Freestyle” experience designed for a hassle-free vacation.

Discover our

group departures with Norwegian Pages 48, 51, 54 & 57.

ÂŠ Michel Verdure / Celebrity Cruises

It’s about more than just the destination or how you get there—it’s about everything you experience along the way! Elegance is in the details At Celebrity Cruises, we have modernized the concept of luxury vacationing. Every last inch of our ships is pure comfort and modernity. Revel in unique spaces such as the upper deck covered in natural grass. Discover restaurants where design and exceptional cuisine come together to bring you fine dining at its very best. Enjoy the discrete and personalized service. We truly believe that every moment of your vacation should be unique and unforgettable… and as far from ordinary as possible. We are the epitome of modern luxury.

Sublime design Our ships were designed by the world’s top architects, landscapers and interior designers, for results beyond your wildest dreams.

An extravagant culinary experience

Intuitive and discrete service

A culinary paradise with infinite dishes waiting to be savoured await you on board. From traditional fare to contemporary creations, every bite is a feast for the senses.

Our unrivalled attention to detail and complete dedication allow us to anticipate your every need.

Discover our

Group departures with Celebrity Pages 48-50, 52, 53 & 55-57.

Photos © Celebrity Cruises

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By Renée Bissonnette, Travel Consultant

Set off to discover Europe’s on the world’s only boutique river cruises. THE DIFFERENCE IS IN THE DETAILS There is a moment during every Uniworld river cruise when everything becomes clear. Maybe it’s the moment you abandon to the comfort of the ship’s luxurious surroundings. Or, the moment you savour a culinary masterpiece prepared by one of our master chefs. Or perhaps it’s the moment you experience the wonders of Europe from the perspective only a river cruise can provide. No matter when or how, it will be the very same moment you realize that this journey is unlike anything you’ve ever experienced and beyond anything you could have expected.

Discover our

group departures with Uniworld Pages 50 & 56.

AN ALL-INCLUSIVE BOUTIQUE HOTEL EXPERIENCE Uniworld offers river cruises of unrivalled luxury. With an average of only 130 passengers, the intimate feeling is undeniable. Our passengers explore the most picturesque destinations in the world while enjoying the premium service Uniworld is renowned for. Our all-inclusive formula includes airport transfers, free Internet access, exclusive excursions based on itinerary, onboard and onshore gratuities, and much more. YOU DESERVE THE VERY BEST Everything we do is focused on a singular goal: providing you with industry-leading services of the highest quality to ensure your experience is as memorable as possible. Contact Gendrontours and discover a whole new way to travel.

Luxurious All-Inclusive River Cruises in Europe

Photos ©Uniworld River Cruises, Inc.

Discover our

group departures with Royal Caribbean Pages 51 & 52.

By Nathalie Dorr, Senior Travel Consultant

You are more than just a tourist. This is more than just a cruise. And, this is much more than the Caribbean.

It’s a collection of experiences unlike any other—diving into the unknown, swimming with the dolphins in Friar’s Bay, discovering Antigua’s 365 beaches and savouring Bajan dishes in Bridgetown. It’s discovering the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, taking a dog sled through the glaciers in Juneau, re-living history in Pompei and feasting on authentic Neapolitan pizza in Naples. Back on the ship, it’s more fun and excitement as you enjoy a musical performance of Grease, Saturday Night Fever or Cats. You can also take part in a parade, eat at Jamie Oliver’s restaurant, sing karaoke all night long or dance under the stars. Or, if you need a little rest and relaxation, you can simply kick back on your private balcony as you make your way over the seven seas. After all, you are more than just a tourist. This is more than just a cruise—it’s Royal Caribbean.

Photos © Royal Caribbean International

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group departures with Princess Pages 49 & 56.

By Mathieu Robert, Travel Consultant – Cruise Specialist

Get set for an incredible adventure with Princess Cruises. From enriching experiences to world-class entertainment and gourmet cuisine, the moment you set foot on board, you are setting sail for a world of wonderful new discoveries. With unique itineraries and a warm, welcoming crew, you’ll sail around the world in superb comfort while your every need is catered to. There’s so much waiting for you to discover. Movies under the stars, a relaxing massage to the soothing sounds of the ocean, exciting shows and great entertainment delivered by a truly passionate team, culinary delights created by our master chefs, onshore culture, sports or adventure excursions to explore Europe, Asia and the Americas, and so much more. And now, thanks to Princess Cruises’ partnership with Discovery and Animal Planet, you can enjoy exclusive experiences focused on the discovery of the fauna and flora of your chosen destinations. With Princess Cruises, everything is incredibly out of the ordinary. One thing is certain—you won’t come back the same.

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Discover our

Group departure on the Ocean Endeavour Page 48.

Northern

Expedition

Par Mathieu Robert, Conseiller en voyages spécialisé en croisières

Untouched landscapes, clean air, fascinating wildlife and cultures deeply rooted in their traditions are just some of what awaits you on your Adventure Canada expedition. Choose from a wide range of summertime departures to meet your specific needs and preferences. Whether you want to observe the Northern Gannet colony on Bonaventure Island in the Gaspésie, hike the steep hills at Torngat Mountains National Park in Labrador or stroll along the icy coast in the colourful villages of Greenland, you are sure to come back with a new perspective of the world around you! © Dennis Minty

Enjoy one-of-a-kind experiences as you closely intermingle with fauna, flora and local communities. You will also be transported to an era gone by as you follow in the footsteps of the great northern explorers of yesteryear who courageously made their way towards unknown worlds. The highlight of these expeditions is, without a doubt, the many hiking and photography adventures specially created by Gendrontours and Adventure Canada. Be among the first six travellers to reserve for the June 28, 2016 Newfoundland, Greenland and Wild Labrador departure, and get a $2,000 rebate per couple!

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Interview UNITED STATES

Lucile Martin Bordeleau’s best advice for

living Well

Photos © Alexis De Gheldere

The road of life is one filled with unexpected twists and turns, with countless decisions to be made along the way. Of course, the decisions we make as we come to these crossroads lead us all in different directions— inevitably, some of us end up on more exciting and inspiring paths than others. It is my pleasure to introduce a woman whose journey thus far has been a most memorable one—Mrs. Lucile Martin Bordeleau. – Bernard Gendron, President of Gendron Travel By Alexis De Gheldere, Journalist

Meet 92-year-old Lucile Martin Bordeleau. Incredibly witty and in stellar health, there is practically nothing to keep this traveller down. “I can still do everything on my own. A few years ago, I really wanted to go to China. But, after doing a little research, I found out there is quite a bit of pollution there. And, well, at my age, I do have to be somewhat careful … ” My meeting with this amazing woman took place on a beautiful spring morning. After making my way up to the 21st Floor of a high-rise apartment in Laval-des-Rapides alongside Rivière des Prairies, I was warmly greeted by Lucile who eagerly invited me into her impeccably neat fourroom apartment. I quickly learned that Lucile was first bitten by the travel bug back in 1950, when she and three friends, all in their 20s, decided to go backpacking across Europe for three months. “We travelled by train, and even hitchhiked. And, we were part of a small privileged group who met Pope Pius XII at

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the Vatican. There were only about forty of us! It was quite impressive to be able to meet the Pope in person. It was almost surreal!” When she settled down and had five sons, Lucile enjoyed countless camping trips throughout Québec and the U.S. And, once the children left the nest, she and her husband decided to spread their own wings and start travelling abroad. “Travelling is never a waste of money,” says Lucile, “You learn so many things. Of course, we’ve been to Florida, but we’ve also travelled to Portugal, Egypt, Ecuador and Thailand.” A collection of plates displayed on Lucile’s wall stands as testament to the countless destinations she has visited. Now at age 92, Lucile’s still has plenty of travel plans. “I went to Cuba by myself when I was 88, and this year I plan to take a cruise to St-Pierre-deMiquelon, either alone or maybe with my children.” Everyone knows that travelling keeps your mind active. But, of course, the body has to be able to keep up! That’s why, in her 40s, Lucile completely changed her eating habits and became a certified

naturopath. Her book Les bonnes combinaisons alimentaires perfectly summarizes Lucile’s core beliefs: you can’t eat whatever you want, however you want. She explains that the rate of digestion differs greatly with different foods. Some digestion waste can obstruct your bowels before being carried throughout the body by your blood. So, overall, can we say that travelling and good eating habits are the secret to successful ageing? “These things are important, but you also have to stay active,” explains Lucile, who played tennis for much of her life and has always enjoyed walking. “We did a lot of skiing. A bunch of us used to take the P’tit Train du Nord to Val-David in the 50s. Every day, after breakfast, we’d head outside, come back in for lunch and then head outdoors again. There’s no way we would stay cooped up all weekend long! I once read something in a magazine for seniors that I still repeat constantly repeat to myself: ‘Grouille ou rouille!’ In other words, ‘Get moving, or you’ll start rusting up!’ Definitely words to live by!

Discover JAPAN Page 76.

DubaI

and Abu dhabi Big, bold and beautiful By Marguerite Thériault, Travel consultant

Dubai is the only place in the world where you can ride a Jeep in the desert and go downhill skiing—all in the same day! Located in the Arabian Desert along the beautiful shores of the Persian Gulf, Dubai looks like a scene out of a futuristic science fiction movie. The most populated city in the United Arab Emirates, the city made its fortunes on the oil industry before turning its focus to luxury tourism. Dubai boasts countless immense shopping malls and prestigious hotels, and even has a man-made island in the shape of a palm tree! You’ll also find some of the most incredible architectural elements in the world—case in point, Burj Khalifa, the tallest structure in the world—as well as eccentric tourist attractions like an indoor ski resort. Dubai, of course, is also synonymous with camelback expeditions through the desert, beaches, dhow cruises on the sea and bargaining sessions in the souks. Our land and sea formula will take you on a discovery of Dubai and other lesser-known yet fascinating parts of the southern Arabian Peninsula. A seven-night cruise on Royal

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Caribbean’s Splendour of the Seas bring you first to Khasab in Oman—a country that has always been at the maritime crossroads between Asia, Eastern Africa and Europe. The Khasab fjords are an incredible place to enjoy some swimming and watch the dolphins in magical surroundings. The second stop on your journey is Muscat, the capital of Oman—a city that has truly preserved its identity, values and way of life. You’ll feel like you’ve stepped into a tale from One Thousand and One Nights as you make your way through the streets of this enchanting town with elegant buildings of sculpted white stone. Don’t miss Sultan Qaboos’ Grand Mosque, the Al Alam Palace and the Al-Jalali Fort (Mirani). Lastly, before you make your way back to Dubai, you will stop over in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, with a history dating back to 3,000 B.C. You’ll be blown away by the Sheikh Zayed Mosque and its Emirates Palace! We guarantee you’ll see the Middle East in ways beyond your wildest imagination!

Discover Dubai Pages 51 & 81.

Ă&#x20AC; la Carte packages Weekly departures

SÉJOURS CRUISES ET CIRCUITS

Accompanied by

Robert Derepentigny

NORTHERN EXPEDITION

Newfoundland • Labrador • Greenland First six passengers get $2,000 discount per couple!

June 28 to July 12, 2016 15 days / 14 nights

Interior stateroom (cat.3)

INCLUDES: • Direct round trip flight from Montreal to St. John’s with Air Oceanview stateroom (cat.4) Canada • 1 night’ accommodation at the Quality Hotel Harbourview 3* in / pers. in double occ. St. John’s • 12-night expedition on Oceanview stateroom (cat.5) the Ocean Endeavour • Meals and activities on board • Shore excursions / pers. in double occ. • Charter flight from Kangerlussuaq to Oceanview stateroom (cat.6) Toronto • 1 night’ accommodation at the Sheraton Gateway Hotel in Toronto / pers. in double occ. Suppl. single occ.: $ 250 International Airport 4* • Direct flight from Toronto to Montreal with Air Canada • Airport transfers • Video and photo montage of your trip • Services of Robert DeRepentigny, Gendrontours group leader • Discovery fee given to native communities • Taxes

$/ pers.12,495 in double occ. $14,395 $16,095 $17,795

Beverages Unlimited Package

ValuE of $ 865 Details on page 4

New york & Bermuda

$ 200 discount / couple before April 20, 2016

Interior stateroom

$/ pers.1,795 in double occ.

$ 200 discount / couple before July 1, 2016

Interior stateroom

$/ pers.1,595 in double occ.

$ 200 discount / couple before July 1, 2016

Interior stateroom

$/ pers.1,695 in double occ.

July 23 to 31, 2016

Construction Holidays 9 days / 8 nights Balcony stateroom

$/ pers.2,395 in double occ.

Accompanied by Serge H. Malaison

October 8 to 16, 2016 Thanksgiving

9 days / 8 nights Balcony stateroom

$/ pers.1,995 in double occ.

Accompanied by Julie trahan

Accompanied by

Julie trahan

ALASKA

Vancouver • Inside passage • Ketchikan • Icy Strait Point • Juneau • Skagway • Hubbard Glacier • Seward • Anchorage

$ 200 discount / couple before April 10, 2016

Interior stateroom

$/ pers.2in695 double occ. Oceanview and balcony staterooms available on request

GO!BIG Promo

October 14 to 23, 2016

Details on page 4

August 19 to 27, 2016 9 days / 8 nights

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Vancouver, returning from Anchorage with Air Canada • 7-night cruise on the Celebrity Millenium • 1 night’ accommodation post-cruise at the Springhill Suites Anchorage Midtown 3* • Meals and activities on the ship • All transfers • Services of Julie Trahan, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

10 days / 9 nights Balcony stateroom

$/ pers.2,095 in double occ.

Accompanied by Louise poirier

Option ($): Photo album | $ 20 to $ 75 INCLUDES: • Round trip transportation to New York by bus • 1 night’ accommodation in New Jersey (2 nights on Oct. 14 to 23, 2016) • Breakfast at the hotel • City tour of New York • 7-night cruise on the Norwegian Breakaway • Meals and activities on the ship • Services of a Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

Seward

Hubbard Glacier Skagway Juneau Icy Strait Point Gulf of Alaska

Ketchikan

PACIFIC OCEAN

Inside Passage Vancouver

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Packages do not include travel insurance, tips on the ship and to the group leader, luggage fees or the client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000. Note that discounts are already taken into account.

CRUISES

Accompanied by

Yollande Beauchamp

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

Quebec City • Newfoundland • Nova Scotia • New Brunswick • Maine • Massachusetts • Rhode Island • New York

September 11 to 25, 2016

$/ pers.3,355 in double occ.

Jean-Guy Simard

CANADA & NEW ENGLAND CLASSIC

Greece • Turkey • Malta • Italy • France • Spain Interior stateroom

Accompanied by

Pauline desbiens

INCLUDES: • Direct flight from Montreal to Athens, returning from / pers. in double occ. Barcelona • 1 night’ accommodation Balcony stateroom pre-cruise in a 4-star hotel in Athens • 2 nights’ accommodation post/ pers. in double occ. cruise in a 4-star hotel in Barcelona • 10-night cruise on the Carnival Vista (2016) • Meals and activities on the ship • All transfers • Services of Yollande Beauchamp, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

$ 4,255 $ 4,295

Interior stateroom (cat. ID)

$/ pers.2,795 in double occ.

October 2 to 13, 2016 12 days / 11 nights

INCLUDES: • Transportation by bus or train from Montreal to Québec • / pers. in double occ. 10-night cruise on the Caribbean Oceanview stateroom Princess • Meals and activities on the ship • 1 night’ accommodation post/ pers. in double occ. cruise in a 3.5-star hotel in New Jersey Balcony stateroom • All transfers • Return transportation by bus from New York to Montreal / pers. in double occ. • Services of Pauline Desbiens, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes Interior stateroom (cat. IC)

$ 2,895 $ 3,595 $ 4,095

Photos © Princess

Barcelona

Fuengirola • Barcelona • Cartagena • Agadir • Canary Islands • Florida

15 days / 13 nights

Balcony stateroom

Marseille

COSTA DEL SOL, SPAIN & TRANSATLANTIC CRUISE October 3 to November 7, 2016

$ 400

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Malaga, returning from Fort Lauderdale • 19 nights’ accommodation Nuriasol 3* Interior stateroom | Hotel apartment with fully equipped / pers. in double occ. kitchen • High-speed train transfer from Balcony stateroom Malaga to Barcelona in Economy Class • 2 nights’ accommodation in a 3-star / pers. in double occ. hotel in Barcelona • 13-night cruise on the Celebrity Equinox • Meals and activities on the ship • All transfers • Services of Jean-Guy Simard, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes discount / couple before May 18, 2016

$ 4,395 $ 4,595

Livomo Civitavecchia

ATLANTIC OCEAN

Naples

Barcelona

Messina Piraeus Valletta

36 days / 34 nights

Cartagena

Izmir

Rhodes Fort Lauderdale

Agadir Tenerife Lanzarote

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SÉJOURS CRUISES ET CIRCUITS © Sergio Villalba / WE photo agency

©Uniworld River Cruises, Inc.

Accompanied by

Renée bissonnette

Jean-Guy Simard

RIVER CRUISE – DOURO

TRANSATLANTIC CRUISE

Barcelona • Cartagena • Agadir • Canary Islands • Florida

$ 200 discount / couple before May 18, 2016

Interior stateroom

$/ pers.3,595 in double occ. Balcony stateroom

$/ pers.3,795 in double occ.

October 22 to November 7, 2016 17 days / 15 nights

Portugal • Spain

$ 400

November 9 to 20, 2016 12 days / 10 nights

discount / couple before June 1, 2016

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Barcelona, returning from Fort Lauderdale • 2 nights’ accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Barcelona • 13-night cruise on the celebrity Equinox • Meals and activities on the ship • All transfers • Services of Jean-Guy Simard, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

Oceanview stateroom (cat. 2&3) starting at

$/ pers.5,195 in double occ. French Balcony stateroom (cat. 1)

$/ pers.6,095 in double occ. Junior Suite French Balcony stateroom (cat. 1)

$/ pers.6,555 in double occ. Suite

$/ pers.7,895 in double occ.

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Lisbon, returning from Porto • 7-night cruise on the Queen Isabel • 3 nights’ accommodation at the InterContinental Hotel 5* or similar in Lisbon • 3 breakfasts • City tour of Lisbon with a local guide • Meals and activities on the ship • WiFi access on the ship • Tips on the ship • All guided tours during the cruise • All transfers • Services of Renée Bissonnette, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

Photos ©Uniworld River Cruises, Inc.

WESTERN CARIBBEAN

Mexico • Belize • Honduras • Caiman Islands

$ 200 discount / couple before July 5, 2016

Interior stateroom

$/ pers.1,795 in double occ. Oceanview stateroom

$/ pers.1,995 in double occ. Balcony stateroom

December 10 to 18, 2016 9 days / 8 nights

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to Fort Lauderdale with Air Transat • 8-night cruise on the Carnival Splendor • Meals and activities on the ship • Airport transfers • Services of a Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

$/ pers.2,295 in double occ.

Photos © Carnival

ATLANTIC OCEAN

Barcelona Cartagena

Fort Lauderdale

Agadir Tenerife Lanzarote

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CRUISES

Beverages Unlimited* Package

Value of $ 865 Details on page 4

Accompanied by

Julie Trahan & Mélanie Simard

Marguerite Thériault

New york & Bahamas

$ 200 discount / couple before Sept. 2, 2016

Interior stateroom

December 10 to 18, 2016 Holidays 9 days / 8 nights

Oceanview stateroom

Balcony stateroom

$/ pers.1,595 $ 1,695 $/ pers.1,895 in double occ. / pers. in double occ. in double occ.

$ 200 discount / couple before Sept. 23, 2016

Interior stateroom

December 25 to January 2, 2017

Holidays 9 days / 8 nights

Accompanied by Julie trahan

* Beverage package not valid Oceanview stateroom

Balcony stateroom

$/ pers.1,995 $ 2,395 $ 2,595 in double occ. / pers. in double occ. / pers. in double occ.

$ 200 discount / couple before Dec. 2, 2016

Interior stateroom

March 4 to 12, 2017

Spring break 9 days / 8 nights

Accompanied by Mélanie Simard

Balcony stateroom

$/ pers.1,595$ $ 1,995 in double occ. / pers. in double occ.

DUBAI & OMAN SEA CRUISE

Dubaï • Khasab • Muscat • Abu Dhabi

$ 200 discount / couple before August 26, 2016

December 28 to January 10, 2017 New Year 14 days / 12 nights

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to Dubai with Qatar Airways • 5 nights’ accommodation at the Interior stateroom Grand Excelsior Hotel Bur Dubai 4* • 5 breakfasts • City tour of Dubai • Desert / pers. in double occ. safari including dinner • Dinner-cruise Oceanview stateroom on a Dhow • Farewell dinner at the / pers. in double occ. JW Marriott Dubai: Bamboo Lagoon Balcony stateroom restaurant (alcohol not included) • 7-night cruise on the Vision of the Seas / pers. in double occ. • Meals and activities on the ship • All transfers • Services of marguerite Thériault, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes Also get FREE VISITS of Burj Kalifa, souks & malls

$ 3,595

DUBAI & OMAN SEA CRUISE

Dubaï • Khasab • Muscat • Abu Dhabi

$ 200 discount / couple When booked before the deadline

Also get FREE VISITS of Burj Kalifa, souks & malls Interior stateroom

$/ pers.3,495 in double occ.

$ 3,995

Oceanview stateroom

$ 5,095

Balcony stateroom

INCLUDES: • Round trip transportation to New York by luxury bus • 1 night’ accommodation in New Jersey • Breakfast at the hotel • Orientation tour of New York with a guide • 7-night cruise on the Norwegian Breakaway • Meals and activities on the ship • Services of a Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

$/ pers.3,795 in double occ.

January 6 to 20, 2017

15 days / 13 nights Accompanied by Nelson Robert Book by September 2, 2016

February 3 to 17, 2017

15 days / 13 nights Accompanied by Pierre-Alain Tessier Book by September 23, 2016

March 3 to 17, 2017

15 days / 13 nights Accompanied by serge H. Malaison Book by October 21, 2016

$/ pers.4,895 in double occ. INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to Dubai with Qatar Airways • 6 nights’ accommodation at the Grand Excelsior Hotel Bur Dubai 4* • 6 breakfasts • City tour of Dubai • Desert safari including dinner • Dinner-cruise on a Dhow • Farewell dinner at the JW Marriott Dubai: Bamboo Lagoon restaurant (alcohol not included) • 7-night cruise on the Vision of the Seas • Meals and activities on the ship • All transfers • Services of marguerite Thériault, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

Option ($): Aloft Financial District Hotel in Manhattan | Starting at + $ 95 / pers. in double occ.

•

NEW YORK

PORT CANAVERAL ATLANTIC OCEAN

ORLANDO

••

GREAT STIRRUP CAY

NASSAU

Vacation & Leisure 2016-2017

SÉJOURS CRUISES ET CIRCUITS

Accompanied by

linda daigneault et Carol leduc

Accompanied by

Marguerite Thériault

THE SPICE ROUTE

United Arab Emirates • India • Sri Lanka • Thailand • Singapore

Yollande Beauchamp

PARADISIAC ISLANDS OF THE INDIAN OCEAN

Mauritius Island • Seychelles • Madagascar • Reunion Island

January 9 to 27, 2017

$ 400

19 days / 16 nights

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Dubai, returning from Singapore • 1 night’ accommodation in a 4-star hotel in Abu Dhabi • 15-night cruise on the Celebrity Constellation • Meals and activities on the ship • City tour of Singapore • All transfers • Services of Carol Leduc & Linda Daigneault, Gendrontours group leaders • Taxes

Interior stateroom

$/ pers.4,895 in double occ. Oceanview stateroom

$/ pers.5,395 in double occ. Balcony stateroom

$/ pers.6,595 in double occ.

January 18 to February 5, 2017

$ 400

discount / couple before June 30, 2016

19 days / 15 nights

discount / couple before July 8, 2016

Interior stateroom (cat. IC)

$/ pers.4,695 in double occ.

Interior stateroom (cat.IP)

$/ pers.4,795 in double occ.

Oceanview stateroom (cat. EC)

$/ pers.5,395 in double occ.

Oceanview stateroom (cat. EP)

$/ pers.5,695 in double occ.

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to Port Luis (Mauritius Island) with stopover in Paris with Air France • City tour of Paris • 1 night’ accommodation in Port Luis (Mauritius Island) • City tour of Port Luis • 14-night cruise on the Costa neoRomantica • Meals and activities on the ship • Airport transfers • Services of Marguerite Thériault, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

SOUTHERN CARIBBEAN

Puerto Rico • Sainte-Croix • Saint-Martin • Dominique • Barbados • Grenada

$ 200

January 20 to 29, 2017 10 days / 9 nights

discount / couple before Sept. 14, 2016

Interior stateroom

$/ pers.2,495 in double occ. Oceanview stateroom

$/ pers.2,495 in double occ. Balcony stateroom

$/ pers.2,695 in double occ.

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to San Juan • 2 nights’ accommodation in a 4-star hotel in San Juan • 7-night cruise on the Jewel of the Seas • Meals and activities on the ship • All transfers • Services of Yollande Beauchamp, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

Balcony stateroom

$/ pers.6,595 in double occ.

Photos © RCCL Miyazaki (Aburatsu)

Mahe - Seychelles

Dubai Abu Dhabi Mumbai Arabian Sea

Goa

Bay of Bengal

New Mangalore Port Blair, Andaman Islands Cochin Colombo

Diego Suarez Nossi Be Phuket

Singapore

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Tamatave Île de la Réunion

Port Luis

CRUISES

Accompanied by

Robert derepentigny

AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND

Sydney • Melbourne • Milford Doudtful • Dusky Sound • Dunedin • Akaroa • Wellington • Tauranga • Bay of Islands • Auckland

February 2 to 18, 2017 17 days / 14 nights

$ 400 discount / couple before August 31, 2016

Interior stateroom

$/ pers.4,995 in double occ. Oceanview stateroom

$/ pers.5,495 in double occ.

Balcony stateroom (cat. 2B)

$/ pers.5,595 in double occ.

Balcony stateroom (cat. 1C/1B)

$/ pers.5,695 in double occ.

Accompanied by

Jocelyne Potvin

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Sydney, returning from Auckland • 1 night’ accommodation in a 4-star hotel in Sydney • 12-night cruise on the Celebrity Solstice • 1 night’ accommodation in a 4-star hotel in Auckland • Meals and activities on the ship • All transfers • Online video or photo montage of your trip • Services of Robert DeRepentigny, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

Nelson robert

WESTERN CARIBBEAN

SOUTH AMERICA AND RIO’S CARNIVAL

Mexico • Caiman Islands • Jamaica • Haïti

$ 200

Argentina • Brazil • Uruguay

February 10 to 18, 2017 9 days / 8 nights

Interior stateroom

$/ pers.2,395 in double occ. Oceanview stateroom

$/ pers.2,795 in double occ. Balcony stateroom

$/ pers.2,855 in double occ.

February 17 to March 6, 2017

Oceanview stateroom

discount / couple before October 5, 2016

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to Fort Lauderdale with Air Transat • 1 night’ accommodation in a 3-star hotel • 7-night cruise on the Celebrity Reflection • Meals and activities on the ship • Airport transfers • Services of Jocelyne Potvin, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

GO!BIG Promo

$/ pers.6,295 in double occ.

18 days / 15 nights

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to Buenos Aires with stopover in Toronto with Air Canada • 1 night’ GO!BIG accommodation in a 4-star hotel in Promo Details on page 4 Buenos Aires • 14-night cruise on the Celebrity Infinity • Meals and activities on the ship • Transfers • Tips on the ship • Services of Nelson Robert, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes Interior and balcony staterooms available on request

Non included: Entry visa to Brazil and reciprocity fee in

Details on page 4

Argentina

Gulf of Mexico

GO!BIG Promo

Details on page 4

Caribbean Sea Coral Sea

ATLANTIC OCEAN Sydney Melbourne Tasman Sea

Bay Of Islands Auckland Tauranga Wellington

Milford Sound Doubtful Sound Dusky Sound

Akaroa Dunedin

Gulf of Mexico

Miami

Ilhabela São Paulo

Cozumel George Town

Labadee® PACIFIC OCEAN

Buenos Aires Montevideo

Falmouth

Rio de Janeiro Búzios

Punta del Este

Caribbean Sea

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SÉJOURS CRUISES ET CIRCUITS

Accompanied by

Marguerite Thériault

CARIBBEAN & NEW ORLEANS

New Orleans • Mexico • Honduras • Belize

CARIBBEAN SPRING BREAK

HAWAII – LAND & SEA

Florida • Puerto Rico • Turk & Caicos • Bahamas

February 18 to March 1, 2017

$ 200

12 days / 11 nights

discount / couple before August 31, 2016

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to New Orleans • 1 night’ accommodation in a 4-star hotel before the cruise • 7-night cruise on the Norwegian Dawn • Meals and activities on the ship • 3 nights’ accommodation in a 4-star hotel after the cruise • Services of Marguerite Thériault, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

Interior stateroom

$/ pers.2,195 in double occ. Oceanview stateroom

$/ pers.2,395 in double occ. Balcony stateroom

$/ pers.2,795 in double occ.

Photos © Tourism Roatan

March 3 to 11, 2017

$ 200 discount / couple before August 31, 2016

Interior stateroom

$/ pers.1,995 in double occ. Oceanview stateroom

$/ pers.2,195 in double occ. Balcony stateroom

$/ pers.2,495 in double occ.

linda daigneault & Carol Leduc

9 days / 8 nights

Big Island • Maui • Kauai • Oahu

$ 200 discount / couple before Sept. 30, 2016

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to Miami • 1 night’ accommodation in a 3-star hotel before the cruise • 7-night cruise on the MSC Divina • All transfers • Services of a Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

Photos © IVANSARFATTI.COM

Interior stateroom

$/ pers.4,195 in double occ. Oceanview stateroom

$/ pers.4,295 in double occ. Balcony stateroom

$/ pers.5,195 in double occ.

March 8 to 19, 2017 12 days / 10 nights

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to Honolulu • 3 nights’ accommodation in a 4-star hotel before the cruise • 7-night cruise on the Pride of America • Meals and activities on the ship • All transfers • Services of Carol Leduc & Linda Daigneault, Gendrontours group leaders • Taxes

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NEW ORLEANS

GULF OF MEXICO

• • ••

COZUMEL COSTA MAYA HARVEST CAYE

ROATÁN

CARIBBEAN SEA

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CRUISES

Accompanied by

Marguerite Thériault

FAR EAST

$/ pers.5,495 in double occ. Oceanview stateroom

$/ pers.6,095 in double occ.

GO!BIG Promo

Details on page 4

Mer Baltique

United Arab Emirates • Oman • Jordan • Greece • Italy

Pays-Bas • Norvège • Danemark • Allemagne • Finlande • Russie • Estonie • Suède

April 14 to May 2, 2017

April 7 to 25, 2017

$ 400

19 days / 17 nights

discount / couple before 4 nov., 2016

discount / couple before Oct. 28, 2016

Interior stateroom

Jocelyne Potvin

SUEZ CANAL

Hong Kong • Taïwan • China • Japan

$ 400

Accompanied by

Robert derepentigny

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Hong Kong, returning from Tokyo • 3 nights’ accommodation in a 4-star hotel in Tokyo • 14-night cruise on the Celebrity Millenium • Meals and activities on the ship • Tips on the ship • Airport transfers • Services of marguerite Thériault, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Dubai, returning from Rome • 1 night’ Interior stateroom accommodation at the Majestic Hotel 4* or similar in Dubai before the cruise • City / pers. in double occ. tour of Dubai and visit of Burj Khalifa’s Oceanview stateroom observatory • 1 night’ accommodation / pers. in double occ. in a 4-star hotel in Abu Dhabi before the Balcony stateroom cruise • City tour of Abu Dhabi • 15-night cruise on the Celebrity Constellation / pers. in double occ. • Meals and activities on the ship • All transfers • Online video or photo montage of your trip • Services of Robert DeRepentigny, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

$ 3,695

$ 200 discount / couple before December 9, 2016

Also receive a city tour of Amsterdam

$ 3,995

Interior stateroom

$ 4,695

Oceanview stateroom

$/ pers.4,895 in double occ. $/ pers.5,695 in double occ.

May 17 to June 1, 2017 16 days / 14 nights

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Amsterdam, returning from Stockholm • 1 night’ accommodation in a 4-star hotel in Amsterdam • 13-night cruise on the Celebrity Silhouette • Meals and activities on the ship • Airport transfers • Services of Jocelyne Potvin, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

Balcony stateroom

$/ pers.6,295 in double occ.

NoT INCLUDED: visa

Arctic Circle

Photos ©Danny Lehman

Rome

Sea of Japan

Nagasaki

Kobe

Baltic Sea

Katákolon Athens

Helsinki

Stockholm

Tokyo Mt. Fuji (Shimizu)

Shanghai (Baoshan)

Photos ©Danny Lehman

Suez Canal Passage

Taipei

PACIFIC OCEAN

INTERNATIONAL DATE LINE

Hong Kong

Tallinn Miyazaki (Aburatsu)

Aqaba Abu Dhabi

Okinawa

St. Petersburg

Muscat

North Sea

Copenhagen Warnemünde Amsterdam

Port Blair, Andaman Islands

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SÉJOURS CRUISES ET CIRCUITS

Photos ©Uniworld River Cruises, Inc.

Accompanied by

Julie Trahan & FRANCES HARTWELL

Jean-Guy Simard

ALASKA

Vancouver • Interior passage • Ketchikan • Icy Strait Point • Juneau • Skagway • Hubbard Glacier • Seward • Anchorage

$ 200

July 20 to 28, 2017

9 days / 8 nights Accompanied by Julie trahan

discount / couple before March 15, 2017

Interior stateroom

Oceanview stateroom

Balcony stateroom

$/ pers.3,095 $ 3,695 in double occ. / pers. in double occ.

$/ pers.4,655 in double occ. GO!BIG Promo

Details on page 4

$ 200

August 18 to 26, 2017

9 days / 8 nights Accompanied by Frances Hartwell

discount / couple before April 10, 2017

Interior stateroom

Oceanview stateroom

Balcony stateroom

$/ pers.2,995 $ 3,395$ in double occ. / pers. in double occ.

$/ pers.4,195 in double occ. GO!BIG

RIVER CRUISE – DANUBE

Czech Republic • Germany • Austria • Slovakia • Hungary

August 3 to 13, 2017

$ 400

11 days / 9 nights

Accompanied by

Jocelyne Potvin

MEDITERANEAN KINGDOMS

Greece • Montenegro • Italy • Spain

$ 400

August 30 to September 10, 2017 12 days / 10 nights

discount / couple before March 20, 2017

discount / couple before Oct. 31, 2016

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Prague, returning from Budapest • 2 nights’ accommodation at the Majestic / pers. in double occ. Plaza Prague 4* or similar before the cruise • 2 breakfasts • 7-night cruise French Balcony stateroom (cat. 1, 2 & 3) on the River Beatrice • Guided tour on foot of Prague • Visit of Budweiser’s / pers. in double occ. brewery including a 3-service dinner and 1 drink • Meals and activities on the ship • All beverages on the ship • WiFi access on the ship • Tips on the ship • All guided tours during the cruise • All transfers • Services of Jean-Guy Simard, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes Oceanview stateroom (cat. 4 & 5) starting at

$ 5,755 $ 6,395

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Athens, returning from Barcelona with Air Transat • 2 nights’ accommodation / pers. in double occ. in a 4-star hotel in Athens • 7-night Balcony stateroom (cat. BD) cruise on the Royal Princess • Meals and activities on the ship • 1 night’ / pers. in double occ. accommodation in a 4-star hotel in Barcelona • All transfers • Services of Jocelyne Potvin, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes Interior stateroom (cat. IB)

$ 4,255 $ 4,695

Promo

Details on page 4

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Vancouver, returning from Anchorage with Air Canada • 7-night cruise on the Celebrity Millenium • 1 night’ accommodation: Holiday Inn Vancouver Downtown 3* or similar before the cruise (July 20 to 28) or in Anchorage after the cruise (August 18 to 26) • Meals and activities on the ship • All transfers • Services of a Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

Photos ©Uniworld River Cruises, Inc.

Seward

Hubbard Glacier Skagway Juneau Icy Strait Point Gulf of Alaska

Ketchikan

PACIFIC OCEAN

Inside Passage Vancouver

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Accompanied by

CRUISES

FORFAIT

BOISSON ILLIMITÉ Valeur de 1 725 $ Details on page 4

Accompanied by

Yollande Beauchamp

CANADA & NEW ENGLAND

Quebec City • Nova Scotia • New Brunswick • Maine • Massachusetts • Nova Scotia • Prince Edward Island • Gaspé Peninsula • Saguenay

September 29 to October 13, 2017

$ 200

15 days / 14 nights

discount / couple before May 31, 2016

Also get a tour of Peggy’s Cove

$/ pers.2,995 in double occ. Oceanview stateroom

$/ pers.4,395 in double occ.

robert derepentigny

VIETNAM & PHILIPPINES Lunar New Year

Antarctique

Argentina • Chile • Uruguay • Antactica

Singapore • Vietnam • China • Philippines • Malaysia

$ 600

February 7 to 24, 2018

$ 400

18 days / 15 nights

discount / couple before Sept. 1, 2017

$/ pers.4,795 in double occ. Oceanview stateroom

$/ pers.4,995 in double occ. Balcony stateroom

$/ pers.5,595 in double occ.

February 16 to March 5, 2018 18 days / 15 nights

discount / couple before August 31, 2017

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to Singapore • 1 night’ accommodation in a 4-star hotel in Singapore • 14-night cruise on the Celebrity Constellation • Meals and activities on the ship • Services of marguerite Thériault, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

Interior stateroom

INCLUDES: • Round trip transportation by luxury bus to Quebec City • 14-night cruise on the Norwegian Dawn • Meals and activities on the ship • Services of Yollande Beauchamp, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

Interior stateroom

Accompanied by

Marguerite Thériault

Interior stateroom

$/ pers.6,595 in double occ. Oceanview stateroom

$/ pers.7,495 in double occ. Balcony stateroom

$/ pers.8,595 in double occ.

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to Buenos Aires • 1 night’ accommodation in a 4-star hotel in Buenos Aires • 14-night cruise on the Celebrity Infinity • Meals and activities on the ship • Airport transfers • Services of Robert DeRepentigny, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

NoT INCLUDED: Reciprocity fee in Argentina

Balcony stateroom

$/ pers.5,595 in double occ.

PACIFIC OCEAN

Buenos Aires

Hong Kong

•

Puerto Madryn

GASPÉSIE

• •

LA BAIE QUÉBEC CITY

• • • • • • •

BAY OF FUNDY

CHARLOTTETOWN

SAINT JOHN

BAR HARBOR PORTLAND BOSTON

PACIFIC OCEAN

Huë

SYDNEY

Ho Chi Minh City

HALIFAX

South China Sea

Manila

Ushuaia Cape Horn

Boracay Kota Kinabalu

Singapore

Schollart Channel Paradise Bay

SOUTHERN OCEAN

Montevideo INTERNATIONAL DATE LINE

ATLANTIC OCEAN

Port Stanley

Elephant Island Gerlache Strait

ATLANTIC OCEAN

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à la carte

packages HAWAII

OAHU | MAUI 11 days / 9 nights

Starting at

$/ pers.2,515 in double occ.

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Honolulu, returning from Maui with Delta Air Lines • Domestic flight from Honolulu to Maui with Hawaiian Airlines • 9 nights’ accommodation: 4 nights at Aqua Skyline at Island Colony 3* hotel in a studio with kitchenette in Honolulu (Oahu) and 5 nights at Royal Kahana Maui by Outrigger 3* hotel in a studio with kitchenette in Lahaina (Maui) • Compact car rental for 6 days in Maui with Budget • Taxes Calculated for a September 14 to 23, 2016 stay. Other dates available on request.

Departures daily

ADVENTURER STAY

Oahu • Big Island • Maui 13 days / 11 nights

Starting at

$/ pers.3,075 in double occ.

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Honolulu, returning from Maui with Delta Air Lines • Domestic flights from Honolulu to Big Island and from Big Island to Maui with Hawaiian Airlines • 11 nights’ accommodation: 3 nights at Aqua Skyline at Island Colony 3* hotel in a studio with kitchenette in Honolulu (Oahu), 4 nights at Royal Sea Cliff Kona by Outrigger in a studio with kitchenette inKailua-Kona (Big Island) and 4 nights at Maui Eldorado Kaanapali by Outrigger 3* in a studio with kitchenette in Lahaina (Maui) • Compact car rental for 8 days on Big Island and Maui with Budget • Taxes Calculated for a September 14 to 25, 2016 stay. Other dates available on request.

waikiki | OAHU 15 days / 13 nights

Starting at

$/ pers.2,435 in double occ.

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to Honolulu with Delta Air Lines • 13 nights’ accommodation at Aqua Skyline at Island Colony 3* hotel with kitchenette in Honolulu • Taxes Calculated for a September 14 to 27, 2016 stay. Other dates available on request.

Departures every week. Price may vary depending on travelling dates. Go to Gendrontours.com for additional details. Packages do not include travel insurance, meals other than those mentioned, luggage fees and seat selection with the airline or the client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000. May vary depending on hotel and flight availability.

À la carte

packages

SPAIN ITALY MAJORCA | BarcelonA 17 days / 15 nights

Starting at

$/ pers.2,609 in double occ.

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to Palma de Majorca with Air France • 15 nights’ accommodation in 4-star hotels: 7 nights in S’Arenal, 5 nights in Can Picafort and 3 nights in Barcelona • Car rental in Majorca • Taxes Calculated for a May 13 to 29, 2016 stay. Other dates available on request.

VENICE 9 days / 7 nights

Starting at

$/ pers.1,999 in double occ.

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to Venice with Air France • 7 nights’ accommodation at Casa martini hotel in a standard room • 7 breakfasts at the hotel • Taxes Calculated for a September 13 to 21, 2016 stay. Other dates available on request.

JAPAN

ROME 9 days / 7 nights

Starting at

$/ pers.1,699 in double occ.

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to Rome with Air France • 7 nights’ accommodation at Invictus hotel in a standard room • 7 breakfasts at the hotel • Taxes Calculated for a September 13 to 21, 2016 stay. Other dates available on request.

Tokyo | Hiroshima | Kyoto 11 days / 9 nights

Starting at

$/ pers.2,475 in double occ.

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Tokyo, returning from Osaka with Delta Air Lines • Japan Railways train pass for 7 days • 9 nights’ accommodation: 3 nights in Tokyo, 2 nights in Hiroshima and 4 nights in Kyoto • Gendrontours’s information guide book • Taxes Calculated for a September 19 to 29, 2016 stay. Other dates available on request.

À LA CARTE

CIRCUITS

France

GET THERE BY PLANE!

PARIS Daily departures 8 days / 6 nights

New York Daily departures

Starting at

4 days / 3 nights

$/ pers.1,589 in double occ.

Starting at

$/ pers.995 in double occ.

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to Paris with Air France • 6 nights’ accommodation in a 3-star hotel • Taxes

INCLUDES: • Direct round trip flight from Montreal to New York (La Guardia) with Delta Air Line (class V) • 3 nights’ accommodation at Holiday Inn Manhattan View 3.5 * in Queens • 10% discount card at Macy’s • Taxes

Calculated for a September 11 to 18, 2016 stay. Other dates available on request. Also offered with 4-star hotels. Tours and activities offered on gendrontours.com.

Calculated for a June 11 to 14, 2016 stay. Other dates available on request. Also offered with 4-star hotels. Tours and activities offered on gendrontours.com.

LOGO AIRFRANCE Nº dossier : 2007399E

P296C

Date : 20/05/09

P032C

Validation DA/DC :

P280C

Validation Client

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Stays & Tours Gendrontours has something to suit every taste, and every budget. By Jean-Michel Gendron, Agency director

Whether as part of a group or à la carte for the more adventurous types, our specialists are here to guide you in planning the perfect trip. One of our most popular vacations—Costa del Sol, guided by Jean-Guy Simard—is a glorious getaway to Spain during the Fall or Winter seasons. Our specialists are always on the lookout for the most popular, and most unique, destinations. Why not take off on a road trip to several national parks, followed by a visit to Las Vegas? Or perhaps you’d prefer a vacation to the Hawaiian Islands, accompanied by a cruise? Our guided tours are sure to delight travellers who want to see all of the main attractions at each of their destinations—the rolling green hills of Ireland, the geysers of Iceland and all of the cultural wonders of India. Discover the splendours of Italy and the riches of Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Looking for something a little more unusual? Embark on a South African photo-safari adventure!

Votre Europe, c’est par ici !

L’EUROPE POUR TOUT LE MONDE

Goûtez à l’effervescence des grandes capitales européennes. Prenez la route à la découverte des villes impériales de l’Europe centrale et de leur riche patrimoine. Partez en croisière sur des mers sublimes et des fleuves mythiques. De nouveaux panoramas spectaculaires vous attendent. L’Europe comme vous ne l’avez jamais vue !

LAS VEGAS

The most exciting city in the world is constantly changing; it’s like visiting a whole new place every time! By Renée Bissonnette, Travel Consultant

Reserve your next trip to Las Vegas and visit all of the new restaurants, stores, spas, clubs and more! Downtown Las Vegas is likely to be quite different from the way you remember it. The city’s revitalization has opened up a world of possibilities with hip urban accommodations including the Oasis at Gold Spike as well as stores and restaurants such as Downtown Container Park, located in the Fremont East Entertainment District. Enjoy a bite at Kerry Simon’s Carson Kitchen (4*½ according to Yelp) where you can indulge in artisanal cocktails, stone-baked flatbread and other signature dishes. While you are downtown, you simply can’t miss the Slotzilla zip line, a unique attraction that will have you soaring over the heart of the Fremont Street Experience.

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The all-new T-Mobile Arena will open its doors at the Monte Carlo Resort & Casino in April 2016, with opening performances by local legends including The Killers, Wayne Newton and Shamir (April 6). An exciting line-up of concerts is already in place: George Strait (April 22 and 23, September 9 and 10, December 2 and 3), Garth Brooks (June 24 and 25, July 2 and 4) and The Dixie Chicks (July 16). The arena will host big names throughout 2016. With a capacity of 20,000 spectators, this particular venue was built to accommodate events of all types: sporting events such as basketball, boxing and hockey as well as large-scale concerts and shows. Las Vegas’ newest boutique hotel, The Cromwell, offers new experiences including celebrity chef Giada de Laurentiis’ first restaurant (called—you guessed it—Giada!) as well as Drai’s

À La Carte Packages Over 40 hotels and 20 flights daily All shows and national parks also offered • • • • • • • • •

Bus, plane, Jeep or shopper tours to the Grand Canyon 11 golf courses nearby and tee-time booking Shuttle or limousine transfers Guided tours Motorcycle rental Lake Powell cruises Accommodation at the Grand Canyon Car rental with AVIS Combine Las Vegas with tours of national parks and the Grand Canyon (self-guided tours) • Combine with a stay in Salt Lake City (ski) or Hawaii • Custom-made corporate events • All shows including Cirque du Soleil and Celine Dion

PROMOTION

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL in LAS VEGAS From April 2016 to March 2017 we will give away, each month, two tickets to see a Cirque du Soleil show among those who’ll have purchased a complete package to Las Vegas. * Does not include MJ ONE & O.

Nightclub, a rooftop spot perfect for an evening spent soaking in panoramic views of the city. A little father off, Guy Fieri’s Vegas Kitchen & Bar, located at the LINQ Resort, features an abundance of incredibly unique flavours. After a delectable meal, you can sit and enjoy the view atop the High Roller Ferris wheel. Everywhere you turn, a new experience awaits you. To the south, the Delano Las Vegas Hotel provides stylish and sophisticated accommodations while, to the north, the SLS Las Vegas Hotel & Casino features an unparalleled culinary experience, countless clubs and tons of shopping possibilities. As far as dining options are concerned, you can choose to savour a meal at the Four Seasons’ Veranda, enjoy the comfort of The Pantry at The Mirage, delight in the celebrated French cuisine of the DB Brasserie at The Venetian, or choose from any of the countless other options available to you. Experience Las Vegas like you never have before! Discover everything that is new and exciting in the world’s entertainment capital!

DAILY DEPARTURES

4 days / 3 nights

• Direct round trip flight from Montreal • Accommodation in double occ. • Taxes

Stratosphere Las Vegas Hotel & Casino 3* $ 495 / pers. *** Flamingo Las Vegas 3*½ $ 555 / pers. * Treasure Island 4* $ 575 / pers. * Circus Circus Hotel & Casino 3* $ 595 / pers. *** Excalibur Hotel-Casino 3* $ 615 / pers. ** Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino 4* $ 625 / pers. *** Ceasars Palace 5* $ 695 / pers. * Paris Las Vegas 5 $ 745 / pers. * The Mirage 4*½ $ 750 / pers. * Aria resort & Casino 5* $ 795 / pers. * The Venetian 5* $ 845 / pers. * Bellagio 5* $ 895 / pers. ** NOT INCLUDED: Travel insurance, meals, Seat selection with the airline and the client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000. Calculated on a November 20 to 23, 2016*, November 26 to 29, 2016** or November 27 to 30, 2016*** stay in double occ. Air Canada or WestJet flight depending on the package chosen. Other dates available on request. May vary depending on flight and hotel availability at the time of booking. All hotels charge a resort fee between $20 and $40 USD / day / room to be paid on site.

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Costa Rica

An excursion in the very HEART of nature! By Patricia Lemieux, Travel Consultant

Imagine you are flying over the Caribbean Sea when suddenly a seemingly endless stretch of lush rainforest appears below you. As the plane descends, you witness the terrain beginning to emerge—volcanoes, waterfalls, canals and, in the distance, the magnificent city of San José, surrounded by majestic mountains. The moment you step off the plane, you will be greeted by locals living the pura vida lifestyle, laid back and in perfect harmony with the boundless nature that surrounds them. To the east, Costa Rica borders the Caribbean Sea, with its gorgeous dark and white sandy beaches, brilliant sun, seaside boardwalks and Tortuguero National Park—a rainforest that is home to countless species of turtles, including the ever-impressive sea turtle. There are no roads that can take you to this hidden gem, so be prepared to make your way down a few canals by canoe! The Pacific side of Costa Rica is a surfer’s paradise and also boasts a superb spot for scuba diving near Corcovado in the southwest.

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Farther inland, you’ll find yourself completely immersed in nature. Here are just some of the many wonderful activities you can enjoy:

Manuel Antonio National Park A true gem, this park is incredibly rich in wildlife and biodiversity, at the center of which are its two star attractions—the White-faced Capuchin and the sloth. It’s also a great place to enjoy rafting and kayaking or simply explore the white sandy beaches as you discover the best this country has to offer in terms of fauna and flora.

Monteverde Cross the famous suspension bridges overlooking the rainforest as you enjoy a hiking tour.

The Arenal, Rincon de la Vieja and Poas volcanoes… and many more

Costa Rica has 112 volcanoes, many of which are active. You can choose to either hike to the summit or simply soak in the hot springs at places like La Fortuna, near the Arenal Volcano.

Activities are aplenty and for everyone. It’s no surprise that the country welcomes every year about two million visitors. Our very favorites: • Dole’s pineapple and banana plantations • Charmingly rustic hotels • Costa Rican coffee tasting • Picking your own coconut!

À LA CARTE TOURS The EssentIAl

Liberia • Rincón de la Vieja • Monteverde • Playa Samara

Departures every Mondays & Fridays 8 days / 7 nights / 8 meals (Based on a May 13 to 20, 2016 departure)

Starting at

$/ pers.1,755 in double occ.

Costa Rica & Nicaragua

Liberia • Arenal • Rincon de la Vieja • Granada • San Juan del Sur • Playa Samara

Departures every Mondays & Thursdays 8 days / 7 nights / 11 meals (Based on a May 16 to 23, 2016 departure)

Starting at

$/ pers.1,865 in double occ.

COSTA RICA’S JEWELS

San José • Arenal • Playa Samara • Monteverde • Parc national Manuel-Antonio

Departures every Fridays & Sundays 8 days / 7 nights / 8 meals (Based on a May 13 to 20, 2016 departure)

Starting at

$/ pers.1,995 in double occ.

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walking

Hiking &

Photo: René Lesieur

GUIDED GROUP DEPARTURE

Western American National Parks

Las Vegas • Zion National Park • Bryce Canyon National Park • Arches National Park • Monument Valley • Grand Canyon

May 19 to 27, 2016 9 days / 8 nights

October 14 to 23, 2016

À LA CARTE PACKAGE

October

May

$/ pers.2,095 $ 2,145 in double occ. / pers. in double occ.

Western Canadian National Parks

10 days / 9 nights Twinning available for solo travelers | Possibility of sharing a vehicle

Canmore • Banff • Lake Louise • Rampart • Jasper

INCLUDES: • Direct round trip flight from Montreal to Las Vegas with Air Canada • 8 nights’ accommodation in May: 2 nights at ExcaliburHotel 3* in Las Vegas, 1 night atQuality Inn at Zion park 3* in Zion National Park, 1 night at Best Western Ruby’s Inn 3* hotel in Bryce Canyon National Park, 2 nights at Moab Valley Inn hotel 3* in Arches National Park, 1 night at Desert Rose Inn & Cabins 3* hotel in Monument Valley and 1 night at Canyon Plaza resort 3* hotel in Grand Canyon OR • 9 nights’ accommodation in October: 3 nights at ExcaliburHotel 3* in Las Vegas, 1 night atQuality Inn atZion park 3* in Zion National Park, 1 night at Best Western Ruby’s Inn 3* hotel in Bryce Canyon National Park, 2 nights at Moab Valley Inn hotel 3* in Arches National Park, 1 night at Desert Rose Inn & Cabins 3* hotel in Monument Valley and 1 night at Canyon Plaza resort 3* hotel in Grand Canyon • 4 breakfasts • Compact car or shared minivan rental • Services of a Gendrontours group leader • Taxes OPTIONS ($) • Las Vegas shows on request • Stay longer • Parking space at Montreal Airport at a preferential rate

Weekly departures 8 days / 7 nights

Price on request

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Calgary, returning from Edmonton with WestJet or Air Canada • 7 nights’ accommodation in hostels (shared rooms) or hotels: Canmore, Banff (2), Lake Louise, Hi-Rampart Creek & Jasper (2) • 7 continental luxury breakfasts • 2 lunches • 1 dinner • 6 days of hiking • Entry fees to national parks • Compact car or minivan rental • Snacks, juice and water distributed during the trip • Airport transfers • Taxes

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These packages do not include travel insurance, luggage fees with the airline, entry fees to all national parks, gas, meals other than those mentioned and the client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000.

URBAN

WALKS

Urban walks are becoming increasingly popular with a growing number of travellers who are adopting them as a way of exploring some of the biggest cities in the world. Lace up your walking shoes and head off to explore some of the greatest places in North America. More and more cities are using pedestrian tours as a way of allowing tourists to discover hidden gems that may otherwise have gone unnoticed. Discover new horizons with this fun, laid-back and healthy way of touring. TRavel in

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Our favorites for 2016:

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WASHINGTON, D.C. boston

June 15 to 19, 2016 3 days / 2 nights / 2 meals

Sept. 30 to oct. 2, 2016 3 days / 2 nights / 2 meals

$ 795 / pers. in double occ.

$ 425 / pers. in double occ.

Chicago

July 23 to 25, 2016 Oct. 14 to 16, 2016 Dec. 10 to 12, 2016 3 days / 2 nights / 2 meals

$ 1,095 / pers. in double occ.

$ 385 / pers. in double occ.

PhiladelphiA

$ 775 / pers. in double occ.

$/ pers.1,087 in quad. occ.

July 27 to August 1, 2016 6 days / 5 nights / 13 meals

$/ pers.1,127 in triple occ.

INCLUDES: • VIP Grand Confort bus transportation with Internet access on board • 5 nights’ accommodation in hotels • 13 meals: 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 5 dinners • Shuttle to Manitoulin island / pers. in double occ. • Cruise on Rideau Canal and visit of the locks • Changing of Guard Ceremony at the parliament in Ottawa • Visits: Sudbury, Wasaga beach, Aviation Museum and the parliament in Ottawa • Driving by the Prime Minister of Canada’s official residence • Client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 • Taxes

$ 1,197

New york

August 23 to 28, 2016 6 days / 5 nights / 2 meals

Sept. 13 to 16, 2016 3 days / 2 nights / 2 meals

GEORGIAN BAY

Canadian side

INCLUDES • • • • •

Round trip transportation by luxury bus Accommodation Breakfasts Services of a group leader Client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 • Taxes

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LOUISIANA AND TEXAS

United States

$/ pers.1,698 in quad. occ.

September 26 to October 5, 2016 10 days / 9 nights / visits

$/ pers.1,848 in triple occ.

INCLUDES: • Transporttation by luxury bus with internet access • 9 nights’ accommodation in hotels • 14 meals: 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 4 dinners • City tour of New Orleans, San Antonio and Dallas • / pers. in double occ. Visits: Oak Alley Plantation, Nottoway White Castle Plantation, historical visit of Lafayette, Tabasco Sauce factory on Avery Island, Space Center Houston (NASA), Fort Alamo, Stockyard and JR Ewing’s ranch • Mississippi cruise on the natchez • Services of a group leader • Client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 • Taxes

$ 1,998

CALIFORNIA COAST

United States

$/ pers.2,379 in quad. occ.

September 27 to October 4, 2016 8 days / 7 nights / visits

$/ pers.2,579 in triple occ.

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to San Francisco, returning from San Diego with Air Canada • 7 nights’ accommodation in hotels • 9 meals: 7 breakfasts and 2 lunches • Visit and tasting in a vineyard • / pers. in double occ. San Francisco Bay cruise • Visits: Alcatraz, Muirs Woods, Hearst Castle, Solvang village, Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego • Services of a group leader • Airport transfers • Client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 • Taxes

$ 2,779

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Costa del Sol By Jean-Guy Simard, Guide and Destination Rep

LSpain is an absolutely magnificent country, and its people are so welcoming you may actually never want to go back home! I’ve personally been to Costa del Sol every winter for the last seven years and, quite frankly, I expect to keep going back again and again and again! Going on a trip is always great, but truly experiencing a trip is a thousand times better. And that’s precisely what it’s like in Spain. On a three to nine-week vacation, you can adopt a slower pace of life as you explore the local markets, discover laid-back terraces and good wine, or stroll along the beach… in Costa del Sol, life is simple and oh-so sweet. Your “base camp” will be in Fuengirola, a seaside town surrounded by eight kilometres of cliffs and beaches opening up to the Mediterranean. In the 1950s, Fuengirola was nothing more than a tiny fishing harbour with a castle in ruins as a backdrop. Today, Fuengirola has matured into a small town equipped with absolutely everything you need. Somewhere between all of your local discoveries, why not set off on an excursion? Gendrontours offers a great variety of options I will be thrilled to (re)discover with you! For those of

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you who loved the experience so much (and there are quite a few!), this year’s edition offers several interesting variations. In the Fall of 2016, combine your stay with a transatlantic cruise from Barcelona. I’ll be there to enjoy it with you! And, for the Winter 2017 season, discover our Costa del sol – Andalusia and Costa del Sol – Barcelona combos.

TRAVEL CONFERENCES Join us on May 12 at our Valleyfield offices, on May 4 at Hotel Espresso in Montreal or on May 5 at the Plaza Hotel in Valleyfield, where Mr. Simard will share his knowledge and love of Spain with you.

TOURS CLASSIFICATION LEVELS 1 | Very easy, a little walking 2 | Easy, moderate walking 3 | Intermediate, moderate walking with some incline 4 | Challenging, lots of walking

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GROUPS AND STAY & CRUISE COMBOS in Spain

Tours Gibraltar Visit the caves, historic city center and walk to the Rock. Visit on foot of Puerto Banus and free time. Duration: 10 h | Level : 1

Pages 49-50, 79-80 & 83-84.

Cordoba Visit of the Mosque-Cathedral, historic city center and free time. Duration: 8.5 h | Level : 2

RONDA Visit of a bull farm, the bullfighting interpretation center and free time. Duration: 8.5 h | Level : 3 © Turism of Ronda

White Villages

Free time in Torrox, Frigiliana, Nerja and its cave. Includes a lunch at Maria’s Farm. Duration: 8.5 h | Level : 3

Sevilla Visit of the Andalusian capital including Torre del Oro, the Giralda Tower, Santa Cruz area and more. Duration: 9.5 h | Level : 3

GRENADA Visit the world’s best preserved medieval city and discover albaicin, Palace of Alhambra, the Medina, The Alcazaba and more. Duration: 9.5 h | Level : 4

Spanish Food Workshop Guided tour of Malaga’s main market, followed by a tasting, creation of a paella and free time in Malaga. Level : 1

Flamenco Dinner-Show Discover Flamenco in its birth place. Duration: 110 min. | Level : 1

Tapas in Malaga

While visiting the historic center of Malaga on foot, you’ll stop in the city’s typical taverns for tapas and Spanish drinks tastings. Duration: 4 h | Level : 2

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Mere words cannot do it justice

You have to experience India’s unique culture, landscapes, religion and food for yourself. By Chantal Leclerc, Senior Travel Advisor

The Taj Mahal Located in the heart of an immense 17-hectare Mughal garden, the Taj Mahal is considered the architectural crown jewel of Indo-Islamic art.

Agra Fort Within its 2.5-km-long enclosure walls, this powerful fortress of red sandstone includes several fairy-tale palaces, audience halls and two very beautiful mosques.

Fatehpur Sikri The City of Victory, built in the latter half of the XVIth century, boasts several monuments and temples, including of the greatest mosques in India, Jama Masjid.

Jantar Mantar, Jaipur India, one of the world’s three oldest civilizations, is a land replete with charm and mystery several thousands of years old. Customs differ from one region to the next, and are all colourfully expressed through dance, religion, architecture and music. The incredible wealth of culture is evidenced in everyday life, and in the smiling faces of the locals. Birthplace of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism—with over two billion followers altogether—India is likely one of the most religious places in the world. As such, worship is clearly a central part of everyday life, and even commonplace greetings have a much deeper meaning… Namaste. India is so incredibly beautiful, it’s easy to imagine that Divine intervention somehow played a role in its creation. From the snow-covered Himalayas of the north, to the arid Thar Desert of the west, the lagoons and lakes (backwaters of Kerala) of the south and, of course, Udaipur, the city of lakes in the heart of it all, India’s allure is endless. Jungles, colourful birds, tigers, temples and seashores covered in lush vegetation create a landscape that will simply take your breath away. A total of 25 cultural sites and 7 natural sites in India have been classified by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites. They include:

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This astronomical observation site showcases the skills acquired by the court of a scholarly prince at the end of the Mughal period.

Qutb Minar, Delhi Built in the early XIIIth century, a few kilometres south of Delhi, this minaret offers spectacular views of the surrounding landscapes. The neighbouring architectural area contains funerary buildings, the magnificent AlaiDarwaza Gate and two mosques. A land of intense contrasts, India is, on the one hand, deeply rooted in tradition and, on the other hand, also extremely modern. So, you’re as likely to come across a snake charmer as you are a computer geek (The country is, after all, the world’s leader in computer technology)! So, what are you waiting for? Come explore this land of many faces.

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Iceland LAND OF FIRE AND ICE By Julie Trahan, Travel Consultant

Incredibly vast, pure, serene and somewhat apocalyptic (at times!)—these are just a few of the adjectives that best describe this amazing country of contrasts, which captivates us with its geothermal phenomena and its indescribable natural beauty. What is it that makes Iceland a choice destination? What exactly is there to see? I would often ask myself these very same questions… until I got to experience it for myself a few years ago. Now, it is abundantly clear to me that there is so much more to Iceland than its famous Blue Lagoon. First off, Iceland is worth discovering if only for the Nordic charm of its capital city, Reykjavik, perched along the ocean. Then, of course, there is Thingvellir National Park—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—where you can see geysers (one of these erupts every 10 minutes), fumaroles, hot springs of the most hypnotic turquoise blue and, last but not least, Gullfoss, an enormous waterfall you can truly get up close and personal with. These three attractions are part of what is known as the Golden Circle.

ocean are definitely snapshot-worthy. Yet another must-visit stop while in Iceland is the Jokulsarlon ice lagoon, a magical expanse of icebergs from the Vatnajokull Glacier floating all the way out to the ocean. You can stroll on the shore, zigzagging between ice forms of all shapes and sizes of the most glorious shades of blue, shaped and sculpted over time by the wind and water.

In the northern part of the country, you can indulge in the thermal baths of Myvatn while taking in the beauty of the surrounding crater. Now, really, is there anywhere else in the world you can do this? We think not! Green prairies teeming with sheep and wild horses, countless waterfalls along the road (including the most powerful waterfall in all of Europe!), thermal springs, volcanoes, the East Fjords, seaside villages and the possibility of swimming in the Blue Lagoon—all this, and so much more, is precisely what makes Iceland a unique destination worth discovering.

The black volcanic sand beach in the small town of Vik is another captivating place to visit. The cliffs and massive basalt columns sculpted by the

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DEPARTURE in Iceland Page 85.

NATURAL PARTNERSHIP By Jimmy Sévigny, Personal Trainer

Last year, when I met with the people at Gendrontours, I felt an instant connection. They were a really cool bunch. Plus, they truly believed in all my crazy projects (and heaven knows, I’ve got lots of those!). In the end, this natural partnership resulted in a variety of one-of-a-kind travel experiences for Gendron’s customers. Whether you want to try a boot camp in Mexico (where you work out up to three hours a day), mountain climbing that requires four months of prior training, or a yoga retreat in a eco-responsible hotel complex in the middle of the jungle, you are sure to find something just for you. My team and I will prove to you that travelling can be an opportunity to push your physical limits while respecting a healthy lifestyle (of course, a little indulgence never hurt anyone!). Lastly, we make sure that our travel options are suited to all levels of physical ability, so anyone can take part and progress at their own pace. I would personally like to invite you—or rather, challenge you—to join us and push yourself to excel on both a physical and personal level during any of our amazing trips. I look forward to meeting you! And, in the meantime, keep training and stay fit! www.jimmysevigny.com

Hawaii

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GROUP DEPARTURE in Hawaii Page 84.

By Sylvie Gendron

People love Hawaii for its great diversity when it comes to scenery, climate and choice of activities. The Hawaiian Islands are part of a volcanic archipelago of 137 islands that sits at the heart of the Pacific Ocean. Located 3,200 kilometres from the closest continent, they are considered the most isolated in the world. Discovering Hawaii is a little like time travel, where you can see an island in the midst of creation. The active volcanoes continue to expand the archipelago with every eruption, and each of them is testament to how time has altered the landscape. The resulting erosion has moulded and shaped the mountains and carved out valleys and waterfalls, creating some of the most spectacular landscapes. The Island of Oahu, a gateway for the majority of visitors, is a great place to adjust to the Hawaiian lifestyle and enjoy everything the biggest city in the state, Honolulu, has to offer, as well as the ever-popular Waikiki beach. Big Island, for its part, has some of the highest volcanoes in the world as well as the biggest astronomical center,

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the Mauna Kea Observatory. In Kauai, the Waimea Canyon, known as “The Grand Canyon of the Pacific,” boasts numerous hiking paths for outdoor enthusiasts as well as breathtaking views of the Napali coast. The diverse landscape of the archipelago, its tropical climate, abundance of public beaches and active volcanoes make it a popular destination for tourists and surfers alike. It’s a fabulous place to relax with your feet in the sand, play a round of golf, enjoy some mountain biking, take part in a surfing competition, swim with the dolphins or go whalewatching… or take part in any other of the countless other activities available to you here. If you are so inclined, you can also hop on a cruise ship and set off to discover several other islands. A culture rich history and mythology adds that special touch that is sure to make your stay in Hawaii unique and unforgettable.

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à LA CARTE & GROUP DEPARTURES. Pages 57 & 79.

Land of contrasts By Alexandra Maheu-Drouin, Travel Consultant

A seemingly natural co-existence of extreme modernism and well-preserved tradition is a unique feature of Japan—and one that never fails to fascinate those who have been bold enough to set foot here. In certain places, you’ll feel like you have been transported back to the Edo era, while in other areas, it’s almost as if you have stepped right into the future. Needless to say, the contrast is the most striking in the city of Tokyo. This is a city where you can stroll through the vibrant modern neighbourhood of Shinjuku just before visiting the Senso-Ji Temple in Asakusa, where cultural heritage has been impeccably preserved. Tokyo is also renowned for its fine cuisine, culture and fashion, not to mention its massive electronics stores! And, when the time comes to relax and recharge, you can soak in an Onsen at the foot of Mount Fuji, the most sacred mountain of the Shinto religion. In Hiroshima, the resilience of the town’s inhabitants will become remarkably vivid when you visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, which pays tribute to the victims of the first nuclear attack in history in 1945. Miyajima, a tiny island paradise located a mere 30-minute train ride from Hiroshima, is a must-see for anyone visiting Japan. Its Heian architecture and Itsukushima Shrine, built right over the water, will take your breath away. Kyoto, for its part, is the ideal spot for discovering anything and everything about Japanese

culture. The city has been named the cultural capital of Japan, most notably because of its 2,000 temples and shrines! You can also wander through the iconic bamboo forest and check out the Iwatayama Monkey Park for a truly one-of-a-kind experience. Anyone visiting Japan can expect endless adventure and discoveries—but comfort and safety as well. Because it’s so easy to get around here, so impeccably clean and so welcoming and friendly, Japan is clearly a destination absolutely everyone can enjoy.

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STAYS and TOURS Accompanied by

Pierre-alain tessier

BEATLEMANIA IN LONDON & LIVERPOOL

International Beatleweek 2016

$ 200

August 20 to 30, 2016

11 days / 9 nights / 17 meals

discount / couple before April 20, 2016

INCLUDES: • Direct round trip flight from Montreal to London with Air / pers. in double occ. Transat • 5 nights’ accommodation in a 3-star hotel in London • 4 nights’ accommodation in a 4-star / pers. in single occ. hotel at the center of Liverpool • 17 meals: 9 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 5 dinners • Entry fees to sites and monuments • Visits and tours • Transportation by luxury bus • Airport transfers • Services of a local guide • Services of Pierre-Alain Tessier, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

$ 3,495 $ 4,495

NoT INCLUDED: Tours other than those mentioned and

drinks.

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DISCOVERING ITALY

Rome • Sienna • Florence • Pisa • Venice • San Marino • Assise • Pompeii • Sorrento • Capri

$ 200 discount / couple before April 30, 2016

September 1 to 12, 2016

DISCOVERING LOUISIANA: BAYOUS AND PLANTATIONS

New Orleans • Bâton-Rouge • St. francisville • Natchez • Atchafalaya • Lafayette • St- Martinville • Houma • Thibodeaux • New Orleans

12 days / 10 nights / 22 meals

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to Rome with Air Transat • / pers. in double occ. 10 nights’ accommodation in 4-star hotels: 2 nights in Rome, 2 nights in / pers. in single occ. Montecatini, 1 night in Lido Di Jesolo (Venice), 1 night in San Marino, 1 night in Fiuggi and 3 nights in Sorrente area • Welcome dinner in Rome with music and wine • 22 meals • Tours: details on our website • Services of a guide for the duration of the trip • Transport by bus with air-conditioned • Hotels services fees • Airport transfers • Services of Jean-Guy Simard, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

$ 3,495 $ 3,895

NOT INCLUDED: Tourist tax, entry fee to the Vatican Museum and to the Sistine Chapel ($ 49), entry fee to Pompeii’s archaeological site ($ 25) and luggage handling.

Accompanied by

Frances Hartwell

$ 200

September 9 to 18, 2016 10 days / 9 nights / 21 meal

discount / couple before June 30, 2016

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to New Orleans • 7 nights’ accommodation in 3-star hotels: Ramada Inn Airport in New Orleans, Holiday Inn constitution in Bâton/ pers. in single occ. Rouge, Vue Hotel & restaurant in Natchez, Pear Tree Inn in Lafayette, Audrey’s Little Cajun mansion in Houma, Holiday inn Downtown Superdome in New Orleans and Hampton Inn French Quarter in New Orleans • 21 meals: 3 meals / day, with the exception of days 1 & 10. Continental breakfasts • Transportation by Great Tourism bus with air-conditioned including the services of a group leader for groups of 23 persons and more OR transportation by 25-place minibus with air-conditioned with a driver-guide for groups of 22 persons and less • Visits: Oak Alley Plantation, Nottoway Plantation, The Rosedown Plantation, LSU Rural Life Museum, Frogmore Cotton Plantation, La Tabasco Fabric, Avery Island Jungle Gardens & Bird Sanctuary, discovering marshes in the bayous on day 5 and garden District Tramway • Airport transfers • Service fees • Services of Frances Hartwell, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

$/ pers.3,095 in double occ. $ 3,895

OPtion ($): Flat-bottomed boat ride in the marshes of Atchafalaya ($ 25 – price in 2015)

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Packages do not include travel insurance, tips to the group leader, guide and driver, meals other than those mentioned, luggage fees or the client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000. Note that discounts are already taken into account.

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Accompanied by

Marguerite Thériault

Rocky Mountaineer WESTERN ROUTE

Banff • Lake Louise • Jasper • Kamloops • Vancouver

$/ pers.4,495 in triple occ.

September 20 to 28, 2016 9 days / 8 nights / 6 meals

INCLUDES: • Direct flight from Montreal to Calgary, returning from / pers. in double occ. Vancouver • 8 nights’ accommodation • 2 days on the Rocky Mountaineer / pers. in single occ. train, Silver Leaf formula in the observation car • 6 meals: 4 breakfasts and 2 lunches • Visits: Banff national park, Yoho national park, Lake Louise, Jasper and Vancouver • Entry fees to the national parks • Services of Marguerite Thériault, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

$ 4,995 $ 6,575

Jean-Guy Simard

Costa del Sol, SPAIN

Fuengirola • Cordoba • Gibraltar • Grenada • Frigiliana • Nerja • Torrox • Sevilla • Ronda • Malaga

$ 200 discount / couple before May 27, 2016

September 26 to October 18, October 3 to 25, 2016 23 days / 21 nights

$/ pers.2,095 in double occ.

INCLUDES: • Direct round trip flight from Montreal to Malaga with Air Transat • 21 nights’ accommodation at Nuriasol Appart-Hotel 3* with fully / pers. in single occ. equipped kitchen in Fuengirola • Tour of Sevilla • All transfers • Services of Jean-Guy Simard, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

$ 2,855

Tours ($):

À la carte packages from 1 to 9 weeks also available. Also offered as a land & sea combo from Oct. 3 to Nov. 7, 2016. Details on page 45.

Accompanied by

Alexandra Maheu Drouin

JAPAN’S MUST-SEE

Tokyo • Hiroshima • Kyoto

September 30 to October 10, 2016 11 days / 9 nights

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Tokyo, returning from Osaka with Air Canada • Japan Railway 7-day train pass • 9 nights’ accommodation: / pers. in double occ. 3 nights in Tokyo, 2 nights in Hiroshima and 4 nights in Kyoto • Airport transfers • Round trip taxi / pers. in single occ. transfer from Hiroshima train station to the hotel • Round trip taxi transfer from Kyoto train station to the hotel • All public transit transfers (train, metro, bus and ferry) • Entry fees for all visits • Services of Alexandra Maheu Drouin, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

$ 3,445 $ 4,735

INCLUDED IN VISITS: • TOKYO | Temple of Asakusa, temple of Meiji-Jingu, observatory in the office of the metropolitan government of Tokyo, Tsukiji’s fish market, visit of the following districts: Shinjuku, Harajuku, Shibuya, Asakusa, Akihabara & Ginza. • HIROSHIMA | Park of the Peace Memorial (audio-guided museum) and Imperial Palace. • MIYAJIMA ISLAND | Itsukushima sanctuary, Five-floor pagoda and Mt Misen hiking. • KYOTO | Sanjusangen-do museum, Kiyomizu-dera temple, Itawatayama’s monkey park, Giant bamboo forest, Golden Palace, Fushimi Inari sanctuary, visit of Gion and Arashiyama Districts. OPtion ($): TOKYO | Day at Mt. Fuji and Hakone with a local English guide TOKYO | Tokyo by night, gourmet tour with local English guide KYOTO | Traditional Japanese show at Gion Corner KYOTO | Traditional tea ceremony

Vacation & Leisure 2016-2017

Accompanied by

Marguerite Thériault

Portugal

Lisbon • Vilamoura • Setúbal • Belém • Caldhas Da Rainha • Coimbra • Porto

$ 200

September 30 to October 12, 2016 13 days / 11 nights / 13 meals

discount / couple before May 30, 2016

INCLUDES: • Direct flight from Montreal to Lisbon, returning from Porto with Air / pers. in double occ. Transat • Transportation by private bus with air-conditioned and audio-guide (headset) • 11 nights’ accommodation in 3-star and 4-star hotels • Free WiFi access in each hotel • 11 breakfasts • 2 traditional Portuguese lunches • Entry to the Physics Museum in Coimbra, natural History Museum and Joanina Library • Private tour of Sintra, Belém, Cascais and Estoril • Visit and tasting at Bacalhôa vineyard and museum • Airport transfers • Services of a local guide • Services of Marguerite Thériault, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

$ 2,755

Accompanied by

Nelson Robert & Jocelyne Potvin

INDIA: AMRITSAR’S GOLDEN TEMPLE & RAJASTHAN

Amritsar • Doha • Delhi • Mandawa • Bikaner • Jaisalmer • Johdpur • Ranakpur • Udaipur • Jaipur • Fatehpur Sikri • Agra

$ 400 discount / couple avant la date indiquée *

$/ pers.3,575 in double occ. $/ pers.4,375 in single occ.

October 7 to 23, 2016

17 days / 15 nights Accompanied by Nelson Robert *Book by May 2, 2016

Costa del Sol, SPAIN

Fuengirola • Cordoba • Gibraltar • Grenada • Frigiliana • Nerja • Torrox • Sevilla • Ronda • Malaga

$ 200 discount / couple before June 5, 2016

November 11 to 27, 2016

$/ pers.1,795 in double occ.

*Book by August 5, 2016

$/ pers.2,595 in single occ.

17 days / 15 nights Accompanied by Jocelyne Potvin

February 3 to 19, 2017

17 days / 15 nights Accompanied by Jocelyne Potvin

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Amritsar, returning from Delhi with Qatar Airways • 15 nights’ accommodation in 4-star hotels • Transfer by train from Amritsar to Delhi • All transfers, tours and visits • 3 meals / day with the exception of breakfast on day 1 and dinner on day 17 • Entry fees when visiting sites and monuments • Services of a local guide • Services of a Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

October 26 to November 16, 2016 23 days / 21 nights

INCLUDES: • Direct round trip flight from Montreal to Malaga with Air Transat • 21 nights’ accommodation at Nuriasol Appart-Hotel 3* with fully equipped kitchen in Fuengirola • Tour of Sevilla • All transfers • Services of Frances Hartwell, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes Tours ($):

*Book by October 31, 2016

NOT INCLUDED: Tourist visa

Accompanied by

Frances Hartwell

À la carte packages from 1 to 9 weeks also available. Also offered as a land & sea combo from Oct. 3 to Nov. 7, 2016. Details on page 45.

Vacation & Leisure 2016-2017

STAYS and TOURS

Accompanied by

DUBAI & ABU DHABI

United Arab Emirates

$ 200

Cayo Santa Maria, Cuba

Singles trip

October 26 to November 6, 2016

12 days / 10 nights Accompanied by Marie-Claude Leclerc

Get a free tour. Value of $ 50

Also get FREE VISITS of Burj Kalifa, souks & malls

November 30 to December 11, 2016

$/ pers.1,195 in single occ.

*Book by August 29, 2016

$/ pers.1,195 in double occ.

$/ pers.2,995 in double occ.

12 days / 10 nights Accompanied by Jean-Guy Simard

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Dubai, returning from Abu Dhabi with Qatar Airways • 9 nights’ accommodation at Grand Excelsior Bur Dubai 4* • 1 night’ accommodation at holiday Inn Abu Dhabi Downtown 4* or similar • 10 breakfasts • City tours of Dubai and Abu Dhabi • Desert safari including dinner • Dinnershow on a Dhow • Farewell dinner at JW Marriott’s Bamboo Lagoon restaurant (without alcohol) • All trasfers • Services of a Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

Marguerite thériault & Serge H. Malaison

Jocelyne Potvin

discount / couple avant la date indiquée*

*Book by July 25, 2016

Accompanied by

Marie-Claude Leclerc & Jean-Guy Simard

October 29 to November 5, 2016

SOUTH AFRICA PHOTO SAFARI

Cape Town • Cape Peninsula • Wine Route • Worcester • Little Karoo • Oudtshoorn • Krysna • Port Elizabeth • Durban • Swaziland • Graskop • Soweto • Johannesburg

November 2 to 19, 2016

8 days / 7 nights

INCLUDES: • Direct round trip flight from Montreal to Cayo Santa • 7 nights’ accommodation at Playa Cayo Santa Maria 4.5* with Sunwing in a Junior suite • Welcome cocktail • Services of Jocelyne Potvin, Gendrontours group leader •

Services fees • Taxes

$ 400 discount / couple avant la date indiquée*

$/ pers.5,995 in double occ. $/ pers.6,895 in single occ.

18 days / 15 nights / 40 meals Accompanied by MArguerite Thériault

* Book by June 30, 2016

November 16 to December 3, 2016 18 days / 15 nights / 40 meals Accompanied by Serge H. Malaison

* Book by June 30, 2016

November 1 to 18, 2017

18 days / 15 nights / 40 meals Accompanied by Serge H. Malaison & Marguerite thériault

* Book by June 30, 2017

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Cape Town, returning from Johannesburg with KLM • Domestic flight from Port Elizabeth to Durban with South African Airways • 15 nights’ accommodation in hotels • 40 meals • Visits and tours • 8 photo safaris • Services of a guide • Luggage handling • Tips in restaurants • Transportation by luxury bus with air-conditioned • Airport transfers • Taxes

Vacation & Leisure 2016-2017

STAYS and TOURS

Accompanied by

Marguerite Thériault

Costa Rica: FROM THE CARIBBEAN COAST TO THE PACIFIC OCEAN San Jose • Tortuguero • La Paz • Arenal • Playa Samara • Monteverde • Manuel-Antonio national park

$ 200 discount / couple before July 31, 2016

$/ pers.2,675 in quad. occ.

$ 200 discount / couple before August 31, 2016

$/ pers.2,905 in quad. occ.

November 4 to 14, 2016

11 days / 10 nights / 25 meals

$/ pers.3,945 in single occ. December 2 to 12, 2016

11 days / 10 nights / 25 meals

$/ pers.4,395 in single occ.

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to San Jose • All transfers by private bus • 10 nights’ accommodation: 2 nights at DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari 4* hotel in San Jose, 2 nights at La Baula Lodge 3* hotel in Tortuguero, 2 nights at Baldi Hot Springs Hotel Resort & Spa 4* near Arenal volcano, 2 nights at Villas Playa Samara Resort 3*in Guanacaste, 1 night at El Establo 4* hotel in Monteverde and 1 night at Oceano Boutique Hotel & Gallery 4*near Manuel-Antonio national park • 25 meals: 10 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 10 dinners • Visits and tours: Poas volcano, Tortuguero national park, La Paz Waterfall Gardens, Arenal volcano, Samara beach, jaco beach, Tarcoles bridge, Monteverde’s cloudy forest and Manuel-Antonio national park • Entry fees to sites and parks • Services of a local guide • Services of a Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

DISCOVERING THAILAND

$ 200 discount / couple before August 23, 2016

$ 5,495

PRAGUE AND VIENNA

Christmas Markets

November 23 to December 14, 2016 22 days / 18 nights / 26 meals

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to Bangkok with Qatar Airways • 18 nights’ accommodation in 3 to 5-stars hotels • 26 meals: 19 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 1 dinner • All transfers by / pers. in single occ. air-conditioned bus • Visits and tours • Entry fees to sites and monuments • Services of a local guide • Free in Chiang Mai during the seaside stay • Services of Marguerite Thériault, Gendrontours group leader • Domestic flights from Chiang Mai to Krabi and from Krabi to Bangkok • Taxes

$/ pers.3,995 in double occ.

Julie trahan

100 $

November 29 to December 7, 2016 9 days / 7 nights / 10 meals

discount / couple before Sept. 30, 2016

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Prague with Air France, returning from Vienna with KLM • Airport transfers by private bus • 7 nights’ accommodation: 4 nights at BW Premier Majestic Plaza / pers. in double occ. 4* hotel and 3 nights at Ramada Encore Vienna City Center 4* hotel • / pers. in single occ. Buffet breakfasts • A traditional Czech Christmas dinner in a bistro restaurant in Prague (3-service dinner and one beer) • A typical 3-service Heuriger dinner in a restaurant in Grinzing near Vienna with accordion music • A 3-service dinner in a local restaurant in Cesky Krumlov • Mulled wine at Prague’s Christmas markets • Entry fees to monuments: Prague castle, Prague’s Jewish Museum, Schönbrunn in Vienna (Imperial audio-guided tour) • Services of a guide • Services of Julie Trahan, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes Also Christmas concert in Prague FREE

$ 2,195 $ 2,795

Options ($):

Christmas concert in Prague | $ 48 (when booking after Sept. 30) Mozart & Straüss concert at the Kurzalon Wien in Vienna (cat. C) | $ 80

NOT INCLUDED: Departing tax of $ 29 USD

Vacation & Leisure 2016-2017

STAYS and TOURS

Accompanied by

Jean-Guy Simard

Costa Rica: FROM THE CARIBBEAN COAST TO THE PACIFIC OCEAN San Jose • Tortuguero • La Paz • Arenal • Playa Samara • Monteverde • Manuel-Antonio national park

$ 200 discount / couple before October 31, 2016

$/ pers.2,905 in quad. occ.

$ 200 discount / couple before January 31, 2017

$/ pers.2,825 in quad. occ.

February 3 to 13, 2017

11 days / 10 nights / 25 meals

$/ pers.4,395 in single occ. May 5 to 15, 2017

11 days / 10 nights / 25 meals

$/ pers.4,235 in single occ.

Costa del Sol, SPAIN

Fuengirola • Cordoba • Gibraltar • Grenada • Frigiliana • Nerja • Torrox • Sevilla • Ronda • Malaga

$ 200 discount / couple before November 4, 2016

$/ pers.1,895 in double occ. $/ pers.2,695 in single occ.

February 6 to 28, 2017 23 days / 21 nights

leader •Taxes

Accompanied by

Pauline desbiens

La Romana: DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

$ 200 discount / couple before October 15, 2016

$/ pers.1,795 in double occ.

$ 200 discount / couple before October 15, 2016

$/ pers.2,865 in double occ.

February 13 to 20, 2017

8 days / 7 nights / All-inclusive

$/ pers.2,245 in single occ. February 13 to 27, 2017

15 days / 14 nights / All-inclusive

$/ pers.3,695 in single occ.

TOURS ($):

• Gibraltar | 10 hours • Cordoba | 8.5 hours • Grenada | 9.5 hours • Ronda and bullfighting hacienda | 8.5 hours

• White Villages (Frigiliana, Torrox, Nerja) | 8.5 hours

• Flamenco Dinner-Show • Spanish cooking Workshop • Tapas in Malaga

INCLUDES: • Direct round trip flight from Montreal to La Romana with Air Transat • 7 or 14 nights’ accommodation at Grand Baya Principe La Romana 4.5* hotel in a Superior Junior Royal Golden suite • All inclusive • Services of Pauline Desbiens, Gendrontours group leader (with a minimum of 12 persons) • Airport transfers • Taxes

À la carte packages from 1 to 9 weeks also available. Also offered as a land & sea combo from Oct. 3 to Nov. 7, 2016. Details on page 45.

NOT INCLUDED: • Departing tax of $ 29 USD

Vacation & Leisure 2016-2017

STAYS and TOURS

Accompanied by

Jean-Guy Simard

TREASURES OF ANDALUCIA & COSTA DEL SOL, SPAIN

Torremolinos • Grenada • Cordoba • Sevilla • Cadix Area • Medina Sidonia • Gibraltar • Malaga • Mijas • Torrox • Frigiliana • Ronda

$ 200

February 20 to March 14, 2017 23 days / 21 nights / 20 meals

discount / couple before November 18, 2016

INCLUDES: • Direct round trip flight from Montreal to Malaga with Air / pers. in double occ. Transat • 7 nights’ accommodation in a 3-star hotel • 14 nights’ accommodation at Nuriasol Appart/ pers. in single occ. Hotel 3* with fully equipped kitchen in Fuengirola • 20 meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners • Visits and tours: Alhambra, Generalife Gardens, MosqueCathedral of Cordoba, Cathedral of Sevilla, Alcazar of Sevilla, bull farm, Gibraltar and Mijas • Visit with a local guide of Grenada, Cordoba, Sevilla and Torrox • Orientation tour of Cadix and Malaga • Transportation by luxury bus from day 1 to day 9 • All transfers • Services of Jean-Guy Simard, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

$ 2,995 $ 3,795

Accompanied by

Jean-Guy Simard

DISCOVERING HAWAII FOUR ISLANDS

Oahu • Kauai • Big Island • Maui

COSTA DEL SOL AND BARCELONA, SPAIN

Fuengirola • Cordoba • Gibraltar • Grenada • Frigiliana • Nerja • Torrox • Sevilla • Ronda • Malaga

March 11 to 25, 2017

$ 400

15 days / 14 nights / 7 meals

discount / couple before November 15, 2016

INCLUDES: • Flight from Montreal to Honolulu, returning from Kahului • Domestic flight with Hawaiian / pers. in double occ. Airlines: Honolulu – Kona, Kona – Lihue and Lihue – Kahului • 14 / pers. in single occ. nights’ accommodation: 3 nights at Ohana Waikiki Malia 3*, 2 nights at Kauai Shores 3*, 5 nights at Royal Sea Cliff – Outrigger 3* and 4 nights at Maui Beach Hotel 3* • 6 breakfasts • 1 luau dinner • All transfers by air-conditioned bus • Visits and tours • Entry fees to sites and monuments • Services of a local guide • Services of a Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

$ 4,955$ $ 6,415

March 20 to April 9, 2017

$ 200 discount / couple before December 16, 2016

INCLUDES: • Direct flight from Montreal to Malaga, returning from Barcelona with Air Transat • 14 nights’ / pers. in double occ. accommodation at Nuriasol AppartHotel 3* with fully equipped kitchen in Fuengirola • Transfer by train / pers. in single occ. from Malaga to Barcelona • 5 nights’ accommodation at HCC Montblanc 3* hotel or similar • Breakfasts in Barcelona • All transfers • Services of Jean-Guy Simard, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

$ 2,595 $ 3,795

Tours ($):

• Ronda and bullfighting hacienda | 8.5 hours • White Villages (Frigiliana, Torrox, Nerja) |

8.5 hours • Flamenco Dinner-Show • Spanish cooking Workshop • Tapas in Malaga

21 days / 19 nights / 5 meals

TOURS ($): • Ronda and bullfighting hacienda | 8.5 hours • White Villages (Frigiliana, Torrox, Nerja) | 8.5 hours • Flamenco Dinner-Show • Spanish cooking Workshop • Tapas in Malaga

À la carte packages from 1 to 9 weeks also available.

Vacation & Leisure 2016-2017

STAYS and TOURS

Accompanied by

Serge H. Malaison

DISCOVERING PERU

$ 400 discount / couple before 15 December, 2016

April 15 to 30, 2017

16 days / 15 nights / 43 meals

$/ pers.4,695 in double occ.

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to Lima • 15 nights’ accommodation in 3-star hotels • 43 meals: 15 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 15 dinners • All transfers by private bus • Visits and tours • Entry fees to sites and monuments • Discovery of Peruvian gastronomy through its restaurants • Discovery of the prehispanic civilizations of the Center and South of the Andes through museums and archaeological sites • Domestic flight from Cusco to Lima • Services of a local guide • Services of Serge H. Malaison, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

Accompanied by

Serge H. Malaison

IRELAND: CELTIC CHARMS May 31 to June 15, 2017

$ 400

16 days / 14 nights / 28 meals

discount / couple before March 1, 2017

INCLUDES: • Direct round trip flight from Montreal to Dublin with Air Transat • 14 nights’ accommodation in 3 or 4-star / pers. in double occ. hotels • 28 meals: 14 Irish breakfasts and 14 3-service dinners • Entry fees to sites and monuments • Visits and tours / pers. in single occ. • Transportation by luxury bus • Airport transfers • Services of a local guide • Services of Serge H. Malaison, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

$ 3,995 $ 4,995

Julie trahan

ICELAND: WONDERS OF NATURE

$ 400

July 4 to 13, 2017

10 days / 8 nights / 22 meals

discount / couple before March 1, 2017

INCLUDES: • Round trip flight from Montreal to Keflavik • 8 nights’ accommodation in double occupancy • 22 meals: 8 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 8 dinners • Services of a professional guide • Transportation by bus on site • Guided cruise of the glacial lagoon of Jökulsörlón • Entry fees at the Skógar Folk Museum • Entry fees at the Þorvaldseyri Visitor Centre • Entry fees at Friðheimar Farm • Service fees • Airport transfers • Services of Julie Trahan, Gendrontours group leader • Taxes

$/ pers.5,225 in double occ.

Options ($):

• Flying over the lines of Nazca • Aqueduct of Cantalloc and Paredones

NoT INCLUDED: Tours other than those mentioned, San Ignacio chapel in Arequipa (5 soles/pers. to be paid on site), lunch or picnic at Machu Pichu (day 11, to be paid on site), entry to Aguas Calientes hot springs (10 soles/pers. to be paid on site), visit of Larco museum ($) and alcohol.

Vacation & Leisure 2016-2017

nEW

Difficulty level 2/5

SKYLINE VALLEY, VIRGINIA

Blue Ridge Mountains

Group departures Twinning guaranteed!

April 30 to May 7, 2016

8 days / 7 nights / 6 days of cycling

Starting at

$/ pers.675 in quad. occ.

Difficulty level 4 /5

©Robert Holmes

SONOMA & NAPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA

May 7 to 14 & autumn 2016

Starting at

$/ pers.2,195 in quad. occ.

8 days / 7 nights / 6 days of cycling

CORSICA, France

September 22 to October 7, 2016

16 days / 14 nights / 14 meals / 12 days of cycling

Starting at

$/ pers.3,995 in double occ. Book by May 7.

After May 7: $ 4,095

EMILIA ROMAGNA & THE MARCHES, ITALY Starting at

September 10 to 25, 2016

16 days / 14 nights / 28 meals / 13 days of cycling

$/ pers.2,895 in double occ. Book by May 10.

After May 10: $ 2,995

Difficulty level 4 /5

MAJORCA, SPAIN

September & October 2016

Price available soon

12 days / 10 nights / 20 meals / up to 9 days of cycling

Difficulty level 3.5 / 5

Holguin, Cuba

April 22 to 29, 2016

8 days / 7 nights / All-inclusive / 6 days of cycling

86 Vacation & Leisure 2016-2017

Starting at

$/ pers.1,795 in triple occ.

Tucson, Arizona

OUR CLASSICS

Difficulty level 4 /5

The archetypal road bike

Starting at

$ 1,595

/ pers. in quad. occ. April 22 to 29, April 29 to May 6, October 22 to 29, October 29 to November 5, 2016

8 days / 7 nights / 6 days of cycling

Difficulty level 1 to 2 / 5

New York Five Boro Bike Tour

April 29 to May 1, 2016

3 days / 2 nights / 2 days of cycling

Holland

Houseboat & cycling combo

April 2017

10 days / 8 nights / 22 meals / 6 days of cycling

Tucson, Arizona

Starting at

$/ pers.685 in quad. occ.

Cape Cod, Boston & Nantucket

June 24 to 27, September 2 to 5 ,2016 4 days / 3 nights / up to 4 days of cycling

Difficulty level

1 to 2 / 5

July 15 to 18, October 7 to 10 ,2016 4 days / 3 nights / up to 4 days of cycling

MAGDALEN ISLANDS

Starting at

$/ pers.3,245

Starting at

CANADIAN ROCKIES

Difficulty level 1 to 2 / 5

Icefields parkway

July 30 to August 6, 2016

8 days / 7 nights / 5 to 6 days of cycling

THE BLUEBERRY ROUTE

August 18 to 21, 2016

4 days / 3 nights / 4 days of cycling

$ 1,590 / pers. in double occ.

SPAIN – MAJORCA

Departures every week 10 days / 8 nights Starting at Starting at

$/ pers.635 in quad. occ.

$ 1,795 / pers. in quad. occ.

NEW IN SPAIN

Costa del Sol - Estepona

Departures every week 9 days / 7 nights Starting at Starting at

$/ pers.575 in quad. occ.

$ 1,695 / pers. in quad. occ.

Costa del Sol - Fuengirola

Departures every week 9 days / 7 nights Starting at

Difficulty level 4 /5

$ 1,350 / pers.

Departures every Friday from June to September 8 days / 7 nights / 14 meals / 3 days of cycling

Cape Cod, Boston & Martha’s vineyard

Starting at

Cycling & cruising

Difficulty level 1 to 2 / 5

Daily departures 8 days / 7 nights Difficulty level: 4 / 5

Difficulty level 1 /5

À LA CARTE PACKAGES

$ 1,495 / pers. in quad. occ.

Starting at

$/ pers.1,695

Starting at

$/ pers.495 in quad. occ.

Difficulty level 2 /5

NIAGARA VALLEY AND ITS VINEYARDS

September 6 to 9 , 2016

4 days / 3 nights / 4 days of cycling

Difficulty level 3 /5

CAPE BRETON ISLAND, NOVA SCOTIA

September 17 to 24, 2016

8 days / 7 nights / 6 days of cycling

Difficulty level 2 /5

Holland & belgium

Houseboat & cycling combo

June 2017

10 days / 8 nights / 22 meals / 6 days of cycling

Starting at

$/ pers.495 in quad. occ.

MOUNTAIN CYCLING

À la carte packages Starting at

$/ pers.1,055 in quad. occ.

NEW

Moab, Utah

Daily departures 8 days / 7 nights / 4 days of cycling Starting at Starting at

$/ pers.3,245

$ 1,685 / pers.

Whistler, British Columbia

Daily departures 8 days / 7 nights / 4 days of cycling Starting at

$ 1,765 / pers. in quad. occ.

Vacation & Leisure 2016-2017

Montreal – Plattsburgh

Cycling

May 28 & 29, 2016

2 days / 1 night / 2 days of cycling Difficulty level: 3 / 5

challenges For more details on our partner foundations, go to www.gendronbike.com/cycling-challenges

2 days / 1 night / 2 days of cycling Difficulty level: 3 / 5

Starting at

$ 240/ pers. in quad. occ.

Montreal – Magog – Lac-Mégantic

June 24 & 25, 2016

Starting at 2 days / 1 night / 2 days of cycling / pers. in quad. occ. Difficulty level: 4 / 5 OPTION ($): 3e journée, Starting at 110 $ incluant une nuit d’hôtel

$ 255

Montreal – Gatineau – Ottawa

Starting at 2 days / 1 night / 2 days of cycling / pers. in quad. occ. Difficulty level: 3 / 5 OPTION ($): 3e journée, Starting at 90 $ incluant une nuit d’hôtel

July 1 & 2, 2016

GendronBike Will give back $ 30

on every purchase to a non-profit organization.

$ 255

Montreal – Kingston – Sandbanks

July 9 & 10, 2016

INCLUDES

• 2, 3 or 4 days of cycling • Detailed itineraries and GPS routes • Coaching service from Gendronbike • Accommodation in hotels or residences • Breakfasts, except for the first day • Dinners • Fruits, snacks and cool drinks • Transportation back to Montreal • Transportation of bikes and luggage • Client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $ 1 per $ 1,000 • Taxes

$ 250 / pers. in quad. occ.

Montreal – Malone – Lake Placid

June 11 & 12, 2016

Try our new Gendronbike cycling challenges and support a cause! You will discover great new routes and outstanding destinations, while departing from Montreal’s Greater Area. We offer intermediary to advanced routes with support at all time. Simplicity, security and fun; Gendronbike takes care of everything! Jumelage garanti

Starting at

NOT INCLUDED: • Travel insurance • Meals other than those mentioned | Possibility to bring your own lunchbox

Starting at 2 days / 1 night / 2 days of cycling / pers. in quad. occ. Difficulty level: 3.5 / 5 OPTION ($): 3e journée, Starting at 85 incluant une nuit d’hôtel

$ 240

Montreal – Trois-Rivières – Québec

July 23 & 24, 2016

2 days / 1 night / 2 days of cycling Difficulty level: 3 / 5

Starting at

$ 240/ pers. in quad. occ.

Montreal – Burlington – Stowe

August 6 & 7, 2016

2 days / 1 night / 2 days of cycling Difficulty level: 3.5 / 5

Starting at

$ 265/ pers. in quad. occ.

Montreal – Mont-Tremblant

August 27 & 28, 2016

2 days / 1 night / 2 days of cycling Difficulty level: 3.5 / 5

Starting at

$ 230/ pers. in quad. occ.

Montreal – Ogunquit

September 10 to 14, 2016 5 days / 4 nights / 4 days of cycling Difficulty level: 4.5 / 5

Starting at

$ 575/ pers. in quad. occ.

SKIING TRIPS Over 45 destinations

Canada • United States • Austria • France • Italy • Switzerland • Chile • Japan Over 40 group departures Many onsite representatives

Catskiing • Heliskiing • Ski Safari • Ski de fond • Cross-Country Skiing • Bus Getaways

2016-2017 SKI SEASON KICK-OFF

450.373.8747 | 514.866.8747 | 1.800.561.8747 info@gendronski.com

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November 6, 2016 • Over 30 exhibitors • 42 travel conferences • Ski film showing

Permis du Qc

GOLFING TRIPS Group departures | À la Carte packages

50 destinations

GENDRON GOLFPROMOTION

AMERICAS • United States, Mexico & Canada CARIBBEAN • Jamaica, Cuba & Dominican Republic EUROPE • Ireland, Scotland, Spain & Portugal AFRICA • Morocco MIDDLE EAST • Dubai & Abu Dhabi ASIA • Hong Kong & Thailand 2016-2017 GOLF SEASON KICK-OFF

Be there for our many travel conferences, get talking with golf pros, our group leaders and our expert advisors. • Conferences • Prizes • Appetizers and drinks FREE parking lot See gendrongolf.com for details

TUCSON, ARIZONA

Starting at

$ 1,495

/ pers. in quad. occ. October 29 to November 5 November 5 to 12 | November 12 to 19 November 19 to 26

Book by May 31, 2016

INCLUDES:

• Round trip flight from Montreal to Phoenix with Delta Air Lines 7 nights’ accommodation at The Greens at Ventana Canyon 4* in a fully equipped condo • 5 rounds of golf with carts and practice balls • Free replays at the Ventana Canyon Golf Resort and at the Starr Pass Golf Club upon availability** • Mid-sized car (double occ.) or minivan (quad. occ.) rental with unlimited km • Tee-time bookings in advance • Condo’s cleaning fee • Taxes NOT INCLUDED: Luggage fees of about $ 120 for one suitcase and one golf bag, travel insurance, car rental insurance, taxes and surcharges and client’s contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000. * Courses: The Golf Club at Vistoso | Arizona National Golf Club | Ventana Canyon Golf resort – Canyon Course | Ventana Canyon Golf resort – Mountain Course | Starr Pass Golf Club ** Monday to Friday at the Ventana Canyon Golf Resort

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Terms and conditions Please read the following conditions carefully and make sure you understand them completely before making a reservation. We reserve the right to make changes any time after publication in order to correct errors or omissions, or for any other reason beyond our control. Coach bus vacations: at the time of the magazine’s printing, unless otherwise indicated, spots were still available. Please visit our Web site for updates. PACKAGE PRICES Prices are quotes in Canadian dollars and are based on availability at the time of reservation. Prices include services as described on our Web site. For example: return transportation, accommodations where applicable, guide (see the “Guided Group Trips” section), hotel service fees unless otherwise indicated, contribution to the Indemnity Fund of $1 per $1,000 for packages under $1,000, and taxes. RESERVATIONS/SECURITY DEPOSIT Day trips are payable in full upon reservation. We recommend that you reserve at least 45 days before your chosen departure date for packages including overnight stays. A security deposit of 25% (not including insurance) is required upon reservation. For payments made by cheque, no reservation will be confirmed until the cheque has cleared and we have received the full deposit. Please note that cheques will not be accepted in the case of reservations for departures taking place within 30 days or less. A deposit of 50% is required in the case of promotional rates. FINAL PAYMENT The balance of the payment must be received at least 45 days before your departure date; otherwise, Gendron Travel reserves the right to cancel said reservation without prior notification and without any possible recourse, and will retain a cancellation fee. For reservations made 45 days or less before the departure date, payment must be made in full at the time of reservation. Cruises: the final payment must be received 60 days before the departure date. UNUSED SERVICES No refunds will be provided for services that are unused or cancelled before or after your departure or as a result of circumstances beyond our control. TRAVEL INSURANCE Gendron Travel strongly recommends that its customers purchase comprehensive travel insurance adapted to their needs. Customers are solely responsible for obtaining insurance that covers trip cancellation/baggage loss/medical care/trip interruption, etc. Please contact our travel consultants for more information. CANCELLATION FEES 45 days or more before departure: total deposit. Less than 45 days before departure: total cost of package, including all taxes. CUSTOMER’S RESPONSIBILITY The customer is responsible for informing the travel consultant of any condition (physical, health, pregnancy, etc.) that may restrict their ability to travel in any way whatsoever, as stipulated in Article 28 of the LPC. Depending on your destination, you may be required to pay a departure tax and/ or tourist card (per person) immediately on site. ACCOMMODATIONS Hotel management is solely responsible for the allocation of rooms. Gendron Travel will be happy to forward any special requests at the time of reservation, but can in no way guarantee that they will be honoured. INCREASE IN PRICE AND COSTS In the event of an increase in taxes, royalties or other fees authorized by a recognized public authority, the indicated prices are subject to change. Gendron Travel reserves the right to increase fees and prices as a result of fluctuations in exchange rates, fuel costs, taxes and other applicable fees. Should the price increase occur following a fuel surcharge imposed by the carrier or an increase in the exchange rate (if the exchange rate applicable 45 days before provision of

services has increased more than 5% since the date of contract signing; and/or if the increase in price, without taking the QST and GST into consideration, is equal to or higher than 7% of the price of services), the customer may cancel said services (with full and immediate refund of services) or opt for a substitute offer of similar services; if the price of these similar services is higher than those originally reserved, the customer will be required to pay for the price difference. No price increase may occur within 30 days before provision of services. Any price reduction resulting from a promotion or decision made by Gendron Travel applies to new reservations only. For the most recent prices, please contact one of our travel consultants. No changes will be brought to previously made reservations. GENDRON TRAVEL’S RESPONSIBILITY Gendron Travel is responsible for offering all of the services described on its Web site. If, for any reason whatsoever, the stipulated services cannot be offered, Gendron Travel will offer the customer services of a comparable nature. Gendron Travel reserves the right to cancel or modify a trip at any time. The passenger waives the right to all claims of any nature or any kind against Gendron Travel for loss, theft, accidents or damage. Gendron Travel will not be held liable for the closing of facilities, strikes, bankruptcies, political crises, terrorist acts, bad weather, the quality of services provided by suppliers, overselling by its suppliers, the traveller’s failure to obtain all necessary travel documents, flight delays or any other circumstances beyond its control that may prevent or impede the normal and anticipated activities of the trip. RESERVATION CHANGES – COACH BUS Name changes are possible for coach bus travel only. The applicable fees for changes are as follows: 30 days or more before the departure date, $25/pers.; 29 days or less before the departure date, 100% of the total cost. Any name or date change will be considered a cancellation. See paragraph on “Cancellation Fees” for more information. GUIDED GROUP TRIPS If the minimum number of passengers required for any of the group trips advertised in this magazine is not attained, Gendron Travel reserves the right to cancel the trip. If, however, the customer would still like to take said trip on his own, the package cost may be higher or lower depending on the price in effect at that particular time. If the trip is cancelled for the reasons stated above and the customer chooses not to travel on his own, he will be reimbursed in full. The Group Guide is only guaranteed to accompany the group if the customer minimum is attained. In the case of cruise groups, the Group Guide is only guaranteed once the 8th cabin is sold. COACH BUS For most destinations, it is possible to reserve your seat upon reservation. Should multiple coach buses be used for a single package, Gendron Travel reserves the right to alter seat selection and boarding/pick-up locations for logistical purposes. For certain destinations, or in situations where there are few travellers, Gendron Travel reserves the right to use its 15 and 31-passenger coach buses in order to avoid cancelling the trip. The day of the departure, we strongly suggest that you arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before your boarding time. Note that coach buses may arrive late in certain cases due to traffic. Do not leave your boarding/pick-up location until the coach bus arrives. DEPARTURE – BOARDING LOCATIONS Coach bus departures include the following boarding/pick-up locations: L’Aubainerie (1375 Mgr-Langlois Blvd.) in Valleyfield; Tim Hortons (420 Harwood Blvd.) in Vaudreuil-Dorion; Palais des congrès (301 St-Antoine Street) in Montréal. PASSEPORT A valid Canadian passport is your only proof of Canadian citizenship and is required any time you travel outside the country. Some countries required that your passport be valid for 6 months beyond your anticipated date of return to Canada.

BAGGAGE Each air carrier has its own set standards regarding number, weight and size when it comes to baggage. The customer is responsible for obtaining information on applicable restrictions either from his travel consultant or directly from the air carrier. TRAVEL DOCUMENTS Coach bus: your invoice serves as confirmation. Itineraries are available on our Web site as well as in the coach bus during the trip. You may also leave us your email address in order to receive a copy of the itinerary and your guide’s contact information. Coach bus and plane: The customer is solely responsible for having all required travel documents (passport, visa, etc.) in his possession before his departure. The customer is also responsible for ensuring that he receives all vaccines required by the authorities of the country he is visiting, at his own expense. Specific documents may be required for minors travelling alone, for children whose name is different from the adults accompanying them, or for a parent travelling alone with his/her children. The customer is responsible for obtaining information on all documents required either from his travel consultant and/or the appropriate consulate before his departure. Should a passenger not have all of the documents required by his destination’s government authorities in his possession, he may be refused entry, in which case Gendron Travel will not be held liable. Travellers who do not have all required travel documents in their possession can be refused the right to board a coach bus or airplane and will be required to find their way home through their own means, will not be refunded for any of the services paid for, and shall in no way hold Gendron Travel liable. Regardless of the situation, Gendron Travel will in no way be held liable for the consequences suffered by an customer who does not possess the required travel documents for a trip reserved on its behalf and shall not provide said customer with a refund. IDENTITY PROTECTION Protecting our customers’ identity is a priority for us at Gendron Travel. We only request the information required to ensure the proper functioning of operations and communications with our customers. We do not sell our databases or share personal information without your consent. We also have security measures in place to protect all of the personal information within our computer system. COMMENTS AND CLAIMS Complaints must be made in writing in order to be processed. Please forward these to us as soon as you return from your trip. info@voyagesgendron.com. Gendron Travel holds a license delivered by the Province of Québec.

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