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See. Eastern Canada Bicycle Route Cycle this new 926-mile route from Toronto to Quebec City, passing through villages, vineyards, and maple groves. Chute Montmorency↗ Visit this roaring 83-meter waterfall, just a half-hour drive from the city. Wendake↗ Explore the Huron-Wendat First Nations reserve for an illuminated night walk. Saguenay Fjord Kayak through deep fjords or try a via ferrata in this unique geographical area.

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Stay. Fairmont Le Château Frontenac↗×2 pubs Stay at this iconic hotel, highly rated by Condé Nast Traveler readers. Auberge Saint-Antoine↗ Consider this top hotel, recognized by Condé Nast Traveler readers.

AfarOct 6, 2026

A New, Easy Bike Route from Montreal to Quebec City Is Lined with Fall Foliage and So Many Spas

Brake often along the Eastern Canada Bicycle Route for wild cider, Nordic rituals, and the maple capital of the world.

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  • Hôtel NelliganHotelMontreal, CanadaNewly renovated hotel in Old Montréal's historic center.
  • Notre-Dame BasilicaPlace of worshipMontreal, CanadaHistoric basilica in Old Montréal with tolling bells.
  • Eastern Canada Bicycle RouteTrailMontreal, Canada926-mile route from Toronto to Quebec City.
  • Canal-de-ChamblySightChambly, CanadaHistoric canal with nine locks operated by hand cranks.
  • Nord laboratoire culinaireRestaurantChambly, CanadaOffers tasting menus inspired by northern landscapes.
  • Vignoble CamySightChambly, CanadaVignoble CAMY - Producteur de Grands Crus d’ici.
  • Maison BoireRestaurantGranby, CanadaGrills Quebec-sourced game and produce over maple-wood embers.
  • BalneaPlaceGranby, CanadaLakeside spa with glass-walled saunas and outdoor hot pools.
  • Spa EastmanPlaceEastman, CanadaForest wellness retreat with holistic dining and saunas.
  • Parc national du Mont-OrfordNature reserveOrford, CanadaNational park with rippling gravel paths between summits.
  • Manoir HoveyHotelNorth Hatley, CanadaRelais & Châteaux estate with gardens and birch groves.
  • Le HatleyRestaurantNorth Hatley, CanadaFine-dining restaurant using hyperlocal ingredients.
  • La StationSightCompton, CanadaMotivation comes from the mixture of our pleasure working the fields in a fresh and alive surrounding, from the taste…
  • Domaine BergevilleSightCompton, CanadaDécouvrez nos vins mousseux biologiques et biodynamiques en méthode traditionnelle élaborés dans les Cantons-de-l'Est,…
  • Strøm Spa NordiquePlaceSherbrooke, CanadaSpa with a boulder-studded hot pool and eucalyptus steam room.
  • Farnham Ale & LagerPubFarnham, Canada
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Condé Nast TravelerOct 6

20 Top Hotels in Eastern Canada 2026: Readers’ Choice Awards

Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top hotels in Eastern Canada.

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  • Fairmont Le Château FrontenacHotelProfitez d’une vue imprenable sur le fleuve Saint-Laurent et le Vieux-Québec, classé au patrimoine mondial de l’UNESCO,…
  • Auberge Saint-AntoineHotelWelcome to Auberge Saint-Antoine, where history and hospitality blend to create a memorable experience.
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  • Shangri-La TorontoHotelToronto, CanadaOur luxury hotel at Shangri-La Toronto offers exquisite rooms & suites, unique dining options and complimentary WiFi.
  • Fogo Island InnHotelJoe Batt's Arm, CanadaExperience all-inclusive hospitality at Fogo Island Inn, a member of Relais & Chateaux with Three MICHELIN Keys.
  • Langdon Hall Country House Hotel & SpaHotelCambridge, CanadaThis American Federal Revival getaway in the countryside an hour from Toronto provides every comfort you could wish for.
  • Park Hyatt TorontoHotelToronto, CanadaSometimes, you just need a fancy hotel in a fancy neighborhood.
  • Four Seasons Hotel TorontoHotelToronto, CanadaToronto is the hometown of the Four Seasons brand, so it was especially important that the location here represent the…
  • The Ritz-Carlton, TorontoHotelToronto, CanadaWe're heading to the Ritz.
  • BISHA, a Luxury Collection Hotel, TorontoHotelToronto, CanadaAfter an ownership change and joining Marriott’s Luxury Collection, the Bisha’s contemporary take on luxury is alive…
  • The Royal HotelHotelPicton, CanadaA boutique hotel and restaurant in the heart of Prince Edward County, The Royal Hotel in Picton is your gateway to…
  • Four Seasons Hotel MontrealHotelMontreal, CanadaIt’s the world-class service and amenities you would expect from global megabrand Four Seasons, but feels distinctively…
  • The Hazelton Hotel TorontoHotelToronto, CanadaThe leafy, boutique-lined streets of the upscale Yorkville neighborhood provide the natural backdrop for this plush…
  • Fairmont Le Manoir RichelieuHotelLa Malbaie, Canada
  • The Sutton Place Hotel HalifaxHotelHalifax, Canada
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Lonely PlanetSep 21

A Guide to Québec, Canada

There’s enough to do in the Canadian province of Québec to last several lifetimes. Here

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Condé Nast TravelerAug 31

19 Cheap Places to Travel: Where Your Dollar Will Take You the Furthest Right Now

These are the countries where your dollar will take you the furthest.

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AfarAug 25

Cold-Water Cruises Have Never Been Hotter

On new sailings in some of the world’s iciest places, excursions come with ice axes, dogsleds, polar bear sightings, and more. Here, nine experiences to book.

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  • QuébecSightFar northern area with pebble beaches where polar bears may be seen.
  • Elsewhere
  • GreenlandSightNuuk, GreenlandArctic island with northernmost settlements on its west coast.
  • PatagoniaNeighborhoodPunta Arenas, ChileRegion for hiking past glaciers and exploring fjords.
  • IcelandSightReykjavík, IcelandIt is culturally and politically linked with Europe and is the region's westernmost and most sparsely populated country.
  • CanadaSightOttawa, CanadaHome to 60 percent of the global polar bear population.
  • Skara BraeSightKirkwall, United Kingdom5,000-year-old Neolithic settlement in the Orkney Islands.
  • ShetlandSightLerwick, United KingdomIsles with Viking-era longhouses and Iron Age homes.
  • NunavutSightIqaluit, CanadaArea where polar bears may be seen traversing ice floes.
  • McMichael Canadian Art CollectionMuseumVaughan, CanadaOntario museum dedicated to the Group of Seven artists.
  • SaxmanSightKetchikan, United StatesTlingit town in Alaska with cultural encounters.
  • Alaska Native Heritage CenterMuseumAnchorage, United StatesCultural center in Anchorage for indigenous encounters.
  • Petroglyph BeachSightWrangell, United StatesBeach on Wrangell Island dotted with ancient symbols.
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Lonely PlanetAug 17

10 beautiful destinations to see fall foliage around the world

From fiery maples and copper-colored tundra to liquid gold aspens and larches, these are the best places to take in fall’s magic around the world.

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  • Banff National ParkSightBanff, CanadaNational park accessible from Calgary.
  • Lake LouiseSightBanff, CanadaIconic and beautiful spot for fall foliage.
  • Moraine LakeSightBanff, CanadaPopular sunrise spot, shuttle required.
  • AdirondacksTrailNew York City, United StatesExtensive network of lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams for leaf-peeping.
  • Elk Lake LodgeHotelNew York City, United StatesAll-inclusive wilderness lodge with one of the best park views.
  • Adirondack ParkSightNew York City, United StatesVast park with 6 million acres, scenic byways, and hiking trails.
  • Saranac LakeSightNew York City, United StatesIsland camping available.
  • Adirondack Balloon FestivalFestivalLake George, United StatesFall festival held in Lake George.
  • Whiteface OktoberfestFestivalWhiteface, United StatesOktoberfest event in late September.
  • Adirondack Rail TrailTrailNew York City, United StatesA 34-mile trail for biking.
  • Tupper LakeSightNew York City, United StatesOne of the up-and-coming dark sky areas for stargazing.
  • Coney MountainTrailNew York City, United States2-mile round trip hike for 360-degree night sky views.
  • Adirondack Sky Center & ObservatorySightNew York City, United StatesOffers stargazing opportunities.
  • AlbertaNeighborhoodCalgary, CanadaIt is a part of Western Canada and is one of the three prairie provinces.
  • Spray Valley Provincial ParkSightCalgary, CanadaOff-beat gem for fall foliage viewing.
  • Banff Sunshine VillageHotelBanff, CanadaOffers gondola access to hike Sunshine Meadows.
  • Jasper National ParkSightJasper, CanadaNational park accessible from Edmonton.
  • Two Jack LakeSightBanff, CanadaGreat spot for sunrise viewing.
  • Johnston CanyonSightBanff, CanadaScenic spot for fall foliage.
  • Peyto LakeSightBanff, CanadaScenic lake that will have you grabbing your camera.
  • Cascade MountainTrailNew York City, United States
  • Giant MountainTrailNew York City, United States
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Condé Nast TravelerAug 7

15 Best Places to Visit in Canada for First Nations History, Quebecois Cuisine, and Dinosaur Bones

O Canada, how we love you.

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Lonely PlanetJul 24

The 4 best day trips from Québec City

Québec City is an enchanting destination with some incredible places to visit nearby. These four wonderful day trips are worth adding to your next trip there.

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Condé Nast TravelerJul 20

The 20 Most Beautiful Towns in the World for Every Type of Traveler

From fourth-century temple ruins to UNESCO-listed neighborhoods, these quaint getaways prove that bigger isn’t always better.

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  • Luna Volcán, Adventure SPAHotelGöreme, TurkeyRomantic retreat perfect for couples or solo travelers
  • Lake BledSightBled, SloveniaPopular site with emerald waters and castle
  • Vila BledRestaurantBled, SloveniaLocated in former president Tito's old mansions
  • Islam Khodja complexSightKhiva, UzbekistanTurquoise dome in the old Itchan Kala fortress
  • Itchan KalaMuseumKhiva, UzbekistanOld fortress with mud-brick architecture
  • Penglipuran villageNeighborhoodPenglipuran, IndonesiaTraditional village showing ancient Balinese houses
  • Siwa OasisNeighborhoodSiwa, EgyptDesert oasis with ancient stone castle and fortress tower
  • ReiterlesmarktMarketRothenburg ob der Tauber, GermanyOne of the best Christmas markets in Germany
  • Romantik Hotel MarkusturmHotelRothenburg ob der Tauber, GermanyHotel with wood-paneled restaurant and antique-filled rooms
  • Mandawa KothiHotelMandawa, India
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OutsideJun 15

The Ultimate Mountain Biking Playground

What makes Québec so good for singletrack fans—on and off the bike

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OutsideJun 2

The Ultimate Bike Touring Destination

Discover Québec’s wild landscapes and European charm on a life-list two-wheel adventure

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OutsideJun 2

North America’s Best-Kept Adventure Secret

Big and wild, with a layer of European charm, Québec offers a life-list blend of challenging terrain and welcoming culture

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  • St. Lawrence RiverSightIts waters flow in a northeasterly direction from Lake Ontario to the Gulf of St.
  • Saguenay FjordSightIn the regions of Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, Charlevoix, Côte-Nord, and Bas-Saint-Laurent, the park is situated along the…
  • Harricana 20kTrailExperience the 20 km Ultra-Trail Harricana: a technical and balanced trail at La Malbaie, perfect for beginners and…
  • Bic National ParkPlaceLawrence River, near the villages of Le Bic and Saint-Fabien, southwest of Rimouski.
  • Old QuébecNeighborhoodOld Quebec is a historic neighbourhood of Quebec City, Quebec, Canada.
  • Harricana 20k courseTrailExperience the 20 km Ultra-Trail Harricana: a technical and balanced trail at La Malbaie, perfect for beginners and…
  • Appalachian MountainsSightThe term "Appalachian" refers to several different regions and mountain systems associated with the mountain range, and…
  • Essipit Innu ReservationPlace
  • Parc national de la GaspésieSight
  • St. Lawrence EstuarySight
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Atlas ObscuraNov 26, 2025

La Fresque des Wallons in Namur, Belgium

An hour from Brussels by car, Namur is the capital of Wallonia, the French-speaking southern half of the country. As such, it maintains friendly ties with many French-speaking cities around the world. In 2001, during a visit to Quebec City (the Canadian city with which Namur is twinned), a Belgian delegation discovered the "Fresque des Québécois." That's when the idea was born to create a simil…

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