2016 Brochure - PDF Version
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2016 Brochure - PDF Version
2016 Day 3 / 4 p.m., discovery of the scenic landscapes of the Îles de la Madeleine. For more than 10 years, CTMA has offered a unique cruise to the Îles de la Madeleine from Montréal. The cruise is a Madelinot experience unlike any other that also includes discovering the riches of the St. Lawrence River. Combine moments of relaxation, various activities and gourmet pleasures while you discover breathtaking marine landscapes, pampered by a charming crew. A cruise aboard the CTMA Vacancier is definitely the best way to connect with the Islands. Benchmarks Focus on the Itinerary 4 Trip Map 5 Included in the Cruise 6 The Richness of the Islands 7 Cruise Schedules 8 Our Theme Cruises 9 Our Cruise Rates 10 Our Packages 11 3 Focus on the Itinerary A cruise featuring several stopovers and many discoveries and encounters, of which you will keep everlasting memories. Friday : Boarding at the Port of Montréal After sailing past Old Montréal, you will see, in turn, Notre-Dame and Sainte-Hélène islands, the beautiful Berthier-Sorel archipelago, Trois-Rivières, the Basilica of Notre-Dame-du-Cap, Québec City and its impressive night lights around midnight. POI Saturday : Cruising on the St. Lawrence River and along the Gaspé coast You will cruise from Tadoussac on the north shore of the river to the south shore, where you will be able to admire the Gaspé coast. You will see such impressive sights as the farm wind, Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, the Chic-Chocs mountains, Forillon National Park and the Bay of Gaspé. Sunday, Monday and Tuesday : Stay-over on the Îles de la Madeleine* After breakfast aboard the CTMA Vacancier, you can enjoy one of our three packages, or you will be invited to hit the road to explore the many pathways and treasures of the archipelago. * Arrival at the Islands on Sunday morning and departure on Tuesday night. Wednesday : Stopover in Gaspésie and cruising on the St. Lawrence River During the stopover at Chandler, you can visit the surrounding area or take a shuttle to the town of Percé and its famous Rock. You then cruise between Île Bonaventure and Percé Rock, before going back up the beautiful Gaspésie coast. Thursday : Tadoussac and its whales, Charlevoix, and stopover in Québec City Back on the north shore of the river, you may get to see whales near Tadoussac. Later on, you will enjoy the charm of the Charlevoix region, the unique Île d’Orléans and Montmorency Falls. In the afternoon, you will explore some of the most beautiful parts of Québec City during a stopover of several hours. Friday : Return to Montréal After an unforgettable week, the ship will dock at the port of Montréal in the morning. Special itinerary ! Check our Calendar (page 8) to learn about our special itinerary Theme Cruises. N. B. Please note that this itinerary may be changed due to unavoidable circumstances. Discover the magnificence of the S 4 Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 6 Day 7 HAVRE-SAINT-PIERRE POINTE-AU-PIC Regular itinerary Special itineraries The warm welcome of the Madelinots, among the many treasures of the Islands the St. Lawrence River y3 ay 7 “On board the CTMA Vacancier, we all share a common passion for the sea and to the satisfaction and wonders it brings.” Captain LANGFORD, Born in Havre-aux-Maisons 5 You will feel like you are already on the Islands from team will show you all the treasures of the St. Lawrence the very moment you step aboard. As reflected in the through interpretive sessions and observation of whales many expressions of gratitude left by our passengers, and other marine mammals. You can also connect our charming crew members are famous for their warm with the Islands through workshops and presentations welcome, friendliness and courtesy. All these values available soon after you board the ship. For a fee, you define the unique personality of Madelinots. will be able to relax at the Beauty Salon, have access to The list of services offered on board is also significant. wireless Internet, and buy a few gifts in our Gift Shop. The bars, restaurant and dining room will allow you When you arrive at the destination, you will be both to sample the many specialties of the archipelago, charmed and regaled by the archipelago’s abundance of especially its famous lobster. To occupy your free time, attractions such as its white sand beaches, flavours of you will have a reading room, a cinema and observation the sea, magnificent landscapes, and many other riches. rooms, and you can stay in shape thanks to our exercise room. As for entertainment, a dynamic and passionate Beaches, flavours of the sea, magnificent landscapes… enjoy Included in the Cruise Accommodation • 7 nights in a cabin aboard the CTMA Vacancier Service • Kind, welcoming and helpful Madelinot personnel Meals •Available 24 hours a day • 14 meals* on the ship in order to experience the typical cuisine of the Islands in all its freshness and aromas • Late breakfast with fruits and muffins • Evening snack • Coffee, tea and herbal tea offered at all times • Wake up call service • Various practical items available upon request (hair dryer, iron, etc.) * Lunch and evening meals during Island stays are not included (6 meals to plan for). Entertainment and activities • Welcome cocktail and introduction of the ship’s crew • Workshops on the Îles de la Madeleine and tasting local products • Conferences for all interests • Live music performance on the outer decks •Aperitifs and singing at sunset • Evening entertainment and performances • Interpretive sessions on the outer decks • Whale watching • Dance classes “At the end of a cruise, passengers have become friends.” STÉPHANE _Purser, born in Bassin • Movie theatre • Gym •And more! 6 cruisesctma.ca 1 888 986-3278 D The CTMA Vacancier passing between Île Bonaventure and Percé Rock in the Gaspé Peninsula. enjoy the richness of the Islands DAY 1 / 6 p.m., the tasty typical cuisine of the Islands, by Léon Langford, Madelinot Executive Chef. 7 Our Cruises Calendar 2016 THE CLASSIC CRUISE The one-week-long Classic Cruise (8 days and 7 nights) is a perfect blend of good food, beautiful scenery and friendly crew members. This Madelinot classic lets you discover all aspects of the Islands, with authentic Madelinot cuisine and various presentations. THEME CRUISEs Theme Cruises have specific departures dates in June and September. Several activities related to a particular theme are organized on the ship during each weekly cruise*. The presence of special guests on each Theme Cruise helps highlight that theme. * Note that these thematic activities are part of the cruise, and are therefore included in the prices. June 10 to 17, 2016 June 17 to 24, 2016 Gourmet Islands Savour the typical cuisine of the Islands at its very best July 1st to 8, 2016 Back in Time with the Beatles Take a trip down memory lane back to the 1960s and 1970s August 5 to 12, 2016 The Classic Cruise August 12 to 19, 2016 The Classic Cruise August 19 to 26, 2016 The Classic Cruise August 26 to September 2, 2016 The Classic Cruise September 2 to 9, 2016 The Classic Cruise September 9 to 16, 2016 St. Lawrence Treasures Discover Quebec’s seafaring heritage Steering towards Acadie Experience Acadie in all its aspects Surrender to culinary pleasures The Classic Cruise July 29 to August 5, 2016 The Classic Cruise Wine & Local Flavours July 15 to 22, 2016 The Classic Cruise July 22 to 29, 2016 July 8 to 15, 2016 The Classic Cruise June 24 to July 1st, 2016 September 16 to 23, 2016 Gourmet Inspirations Discover a cuisine inspired by flavours from around the world Special itineraries are also planned to discover new areas of Québec, in addition to the stay on the Islands. 8 cruisesctma.ca 1 888 986-3278 Our Theme Cruises Gourmet Islands – June 10 to 17 St. Lawrence Treasures – September 2 to 9 Savour the typical cuisine of the Islands at its very best. Our Madelinot chef looks forward to sharing his passion for the flavours of the sea and the Islands’ terroir. In high fishing season, this cruise will feature fresh local lobster, renowned for its unmatched quality. Discover Quebec’s seafaring heritage and little-known facets of navigation history on the St. Lawrence River. You will have the opportunity to sail up the breathtaking Saguenay fjord to discover all its treasures, and you can take advantage of a photography workshop to capture the most stunning sea views. Highlights Highlights •Menus featuring a cornucopia of seafood as well as products from the Islands’ terroir •Tales and anecdotes from a Madelinot fisherman •Cooking workshops by Gourmande de nature, hosted by a Madelinot chef •Presentation of a wide range of exquisite local Island products • • • • Back in Time with the Beatles – June 17 to 24 Steering towards Acadie – September 9 to 16 Take a trip down memory lane back to the 1960s and 1970s with a musical tribute to the era. In a lively atmosphere, the Beatles Story Band will take you on an original tour of the world of the famous Fab Four, while the artist Rémy Langlois will invite you to rediscover the various hits from those days. Dance workshops will delight amateur and experienced dancers alike. Experience Acadie in all its aspects from Montreal to the Islands, with a stopover at Havre-Saint-Pierre to visit the Madelinots’ cousins. Through history, music and traditional food, you will experience total cultural immersion in the Madelinot’ Acadian roots. Highlights • • • • Musical revue with the acclaimed Beatles Story Band which played at Quebec’s Capitol and have sold more than 150,000 tickets on tour Dance workshops, from the triple swing and cha-cha to the twist, rock and roll, and more Lecture on The Islands and the River in the 1960s Another era brought to life by Arlette Cousture, author of Filles de Caleb Navigation history on the St. Lawrence River accompanied by a seasoned pilot Sailing knots workshop and interpretive sessions on the outer decks Presentation on birds and sea mammals of the St. Lawrence Photography workshop on Quebec sea landscapes, accompanied by a Madelinot photographer SPECIAL ITINERARY! Stopover in Chandler – Sailing the Saguenay fjord Highlights • • • • Lecture on the history of Acadie with Maxime Arseneau, Madelinot historian Workshop on Acadian recipes Comedy show with Tante Emma, a Madelinienne comedian Musical evenings with the Madelinot band Suroît SPECIAL ITINERARY! Stopover in Havre-Saint-Pierre – Sailing the Saguenay fjord Wine & Local Flavours – June 24 to July 1st Gourmet Inspirations – September 16 to 23 Surrender to culinary pleasures. Wine and fine cuisine pairings will be the focus of this gourmet cruise. Sample the delectable flavours of local Quebec products, discover all the facets of wine production in Quebec and even visit a winery during a special stopover.* Discover a cuisine inspired by flavours from around the world. A Madelinienne chef and a Portuguese chef come together to offer you fine cuisine inspired by their homelands, in addition to hosting cooking workshops. The culinary experience will also be the focus of the stopover in the Charlevoix region*, the source of superb local products. Highlights • • • • Gourmet dinners prepared by chef Anne Desjardins, a pioneer in promoting local products and judge for Radio-Canada’s Les Chefs Cooking demonstration workshops Sublime food and wine pairings by a renowned sommelier Presentation on wine production in Quebec Highlights • • • • Gourmet dinners prepared by Madelinienne chef Johanne Vigneau and Portuguese chef Helena Loureiro Cooking workshops and demonstrations Lecture on Quebec food traditions Seafood presentation by chef Jean-Paul Grappe SPECIAL ITINERARY! Stopover in Pointe-au-Pic (Charlevoix) *Tours sold on board ($). Please note that some activities are only available in French. cruisesctma.ca 1 888 986-3278 9 Our Cruise Rates From $999* Inside cabin, shared bathroom From $ 1 089* Inside cabin, private bathroom From $1 129* Outside cabin, shared bathroom From $ 1 379* Outside cabin, private bathroom * Details of posted rates: On your own: Also available: • Rate for one person based on double occupancy1 • Rate for seniors 60 and over2 • Taxes and port fees not included • Price includes: see list on page 6 • Service charges on-board • Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages • Meals on the Islands (lunch and dinner) • Activities during the stopovers (sold on board) • Round-trip Québec City to the Islands • Round trip Chandler to the Islands • One-way passage (departure from Montréal, Chandler or the Islands) • Carriage of a vehicle or bicycle 1 2 Single occupancy: From $1 219 Rate for 13-59 years old : From $ 1 099 Rate for 5-12 years old : $ 512 (round-trip) Reservation and Cancellation Policy Reservations : More than 60 days before departure: deposit of $300/person (round-trip cruise Montréal – Îles de la Madeleine) 60 days or less before departure: Payment in-full for the cruise Cancellations : More than 60 days before departure: loss of deposit 60 days or less before departure: No reimbursement To purchase cancellation insurance, please contact our customer service personnel. 10 cruisesctma.ca 1 888 986-3278 Les services aux personnes handicapées ne available. Services to handicapped people are only partly sont que partiellement accessibles. For assistance, please advise us when making your Merci de nous aviser de votre condition physique reservation. lors de la réservation de votre croisière. À l'intérieur du navire Our Packages Choose a memorable stay on the Islands Choose one of our three packages and you are sure to have an unforgettable trip to the Îles de la Madeleine. This special offer gives you the opportunity to visit the Madelinot archipelago in tranquility according to your interests and desires. Flavours Weekly departures from June 10 to September 16, 2016 From 1599 * $ The package includes : • 7 nights accommodation aboard the CTMA Vacancier • Entertainment and activities aboard the ship •All meals, including 15 meals on the ship and 5 meals at local restaurants • 3 days of guided tours and activities on the Îles de la Madeleine : Discover the best restaurants on the Islands, sample products from the terroir, visit producers and craftspeople Taste Art & Culture Weekly departures from June 10 to September 16, 2016 From 1579 * $ The package includes : • 7 nights accommodation aboard the CTMA Vacancier • Entertainment and activities aboard the ship • All meals, including 14 meals on the ship and 6 meals at local restaurants • 3 days of guided tours and activities on the Îles de la Madeleine: Tour museums and art galleries, meet and chat with craftspeople, take in a play and evening show Encounter Cycling & Outdoors Weekly departures from June 10 to September 16, 2016 From 1199 $ * The package includes : • 7 nights accommodation aboard the CTMA Vacancier • Entertainment and activities aboard the ship • 14 meals on the ship • 3 picnic-style meals during the cycling stay-over on the Islands • Orientation sessions and itinerary adjustments depending on the winds • Shuttle, support and repair services along the circuit • Transport of one bike per person Explore * Price per person based on double occupancy / 60 years or older / inside cabin, shared bathroom (other options available) / taxes and port fees not included. 11 DAY 6 / 2 p.m., sailing and relaxing at sea. “A heartfelt thank you to the entire crew: thanks to you, we experienced some extraordinary moments. We really appreciated all your beautiful smiles. You won our hearts throughout this trip.” cruisesctma.ca /croisieresctma [email protected] 1 888 986-3278 Photos: Dizifilms, Donald Gaudet, Gabriel Allard, Gabriel Rancourt, George Fischer, Georges Gaudet, l’Île imagin’Air, Meggie Richard, Sylvio Aucoin. © GEMINI Sylvie and Mario, from Repentigny
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