Guided Excursion to Grosse-Île departing from Quebec City

Immerse yourself in a part of Quebec's history on a guided excursion to Grosse-Île from Quebec City!

Previously closed to the public, it is now possible to visit Grosse-Île from Berthier-sur-Mer in the Chaudière-Appalaches region. Grosse-Île is an important historic site in Quebec, having been a human quarantine station to combat epidemics and a transit point for tens of thousands of immigrants between 1832 and 1937. There is now a memorial there, and the various old buildings can be visited with Parks Canada guides dressed in the style of the period.

Depending on your needs and wishes, you can take your guided tour of Grosse-Île from Quebec City or directly from the Berthier-sur-Mer marina. From the marina, you will board a boat for a 45-minute crossing to the island, a short cruise on the St. Lawrence River that will give you time to admire the scenery of the Chaudière-Appalaches coast and the islands surrounding Grosse-Île.

Once you have disembarked, you will enjoy a 4.5 to 5-hour visit led by guides who will be delighted to share the site's rich history with you. And if you have opted for the VIP tour of Grosse-Île, a guide will be dedicated to you throughout your excursion to offer you a privileged experience. You will even be able to meet with the captain of the cruise ship in the wheelhouse and have your photo taken with him!

Add a historical dimension to your stay in Quebec by joining this guided excursion to Grosse-Île, departing from Quebec City or directly from Berthier-sur-Mer depending on your needs!