Maritimes Flavours

Experience the flavours of the Islands and the Gaspé Peninsula. Taking place during the height of the fishing season, this gourmet cruise brings together renowned chefs who will share their passion for fresh ingredients from the sea and land.

Highlights of the cruise : 

• Gourmet dinner (1) and culinary workshop by chef and teacher André Lagacé and his students from the École de la restauration et du tourisme de la Gaspésie
• Tasting workshop with a guest from Océan de Saveurs, a Gaspé Peninsula company specializing in seaweed harvesting and processing
• Talk and workshop on local food products, with the collaboration of the association Le Bon goût frais des Îles

What's included with this cruise

Accommodation

• 7 nights in a cabin aboard the CTMA Vacancier

Meals

• 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 yogurt 
• Evening snack 
• Drip coffee, tea and herbal tea offered at all times
  * Lunch and evening meals during Island stays are not included (6 meals to plan for)

Entertainment on board

• 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 watchning
• Dance classes
• Movie theatre
• Gym
• Visit of wheelhouse
• And more!

Service

• Kind, welcoming and helpful Madelinot personnel
• Available 24 hours a day
• Wake up call service 
• Various practical items available upon request (hair dryer, iron, etc.)

On your own

• Service charges on-board
• Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages
• Meals on the Islands (lunch and dinner) 
• Activities during the stopovers (sold on board)