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Tour 2

Taste Trail — Île d'Orléans

A gourmet food tour just 15 minutes from Old Québec: tastings included, local producers, and breathtaking scenery.

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🌎 Why visit Île d’Orléans?

  • A top destination for a food tour near Québec City
  • Renowned ciders, wines, maple products, and berries
  • Some of Québec’s most beautiful agricultural landscapes
  • An authentic experience, far from mass tourism

👉 Perfect for lovers of gastronomy, wine, and local culture.

📜 A unique historic destination

Discovered in 1535 by Jacques Cartier (Île de Bacchus), the island is a landmark of French settlement. Manoir Mauvide-Genest is a testament to that past.

  • 400 years of preserved heritage
  • Historic French-Canadian families
Quebec Bus Tour bus on Île d’Orléans

🍷🍏🍬 Included gourmet stops

Each stop includes a curated tasting with our partners:

🍬 Nougaterie Québec

  • Handcrafted sweets (nougat, caramel, chocolate)
  • Handmade products
  • Classic Québec flavors

🍏 Cidrerie Verger Bilodeau

  • Ciders and ice ciders
  • Orchard products transformed on site
  • An authentic cider-house experience

🍷 Domaine Sainte-Famille

  • Local wines with a river view
  • 60 hectares of production
  • Terrace and friendly atmosphere

🍇 Vinaigrerie du Capitaine

  • Products made with blackcurrant and local berries
  • High-end artisan vinegars
  • A reference in local gastronomy

👉 Kids are welcome: non-alcoholic options are available.

🧭 An immersive guided experience

  • Local guide with expertise in history and gastronomy
  • Bilingual tour (FR/EN)
  • Cultural anecdotes and a friendly vibe
  • Small group to connect with local makers

⏱️ Tour details

  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Departure: 12 rue du Fort, Old Québec
  • Transportation and tastings included
  • Return to Québec City included

🔎 What you’ll experience

  • Île d’Orléans food tour
  • Wine & cider tasting near Québec City
  • Immersion with local producers
  • A small-group Québec culinary tour

⭐ Why it’s a must-do

  • One of Québec City’s best food experiences
  • Direct connection with local artisans
  • A complete tour in 3 hours
  • Loved by international visitors

FAQ – Taste Trail

🍷 Are tastings included?

Yes, all tastings (ciders, wines, confectionery, local products) are included.

🕒 How long is the tour?

About 3 hours, including transportation and stops.

🌎 Available in English?

Yes, it’s a bilingual French/English tour.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly?

Yes. Kids can enjoy the non-alcoholic products.

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