5 day
East Route
Experience the full
Laurentians skiing experience!
1 day of initiation on the West route (Saint-Adolphe),
3 days on the east route from Val-David to Prévost
Are you coming from far away and want to fully enjoy the immersion in the heart of the Laurentians in a warm atmosphere? These two days offer you the opportunity to familiarize yourself with the surroundings before embarking on the adventure of the three-day East route. Sleep at the Manoir St-Sauveur, learn about the route with your guide and discover the secrets hidden in the village of Saint-Sauveur.
East route
Itinerary and lodging
In summary
- 5 day and 4 night adventure
- 2 days introduction, 3 days on the East route
- Introduction to nordic skiing
- 45 km off-piste cross-country ski expedition
- 3 days of cross-country skiing – 10 to 20 km per day
- Linear route – Municipal bus shuttle
- 4 nights in a hotel or hostel
Difficulty level
- A moderate route for experienced cross-country skiiers
Daily overview
Day 1
- Arrive at the Manoir and visit of the village of Saint-Sauveur
- You will find a host of boutiques, art galleries and stores and the excellent Laurentian Ski Museum.
- If you are sporty, you can take advantage of the Manoir's guest discounts to ski the down-hill ski slopes of Saint-Sauveur.
- At 5 pm, meet your guide for a welcome meeting, aperitif and briefing.
Lodging and supper in Saint-Sauveur.
Day 2
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Your guide will take you to the quaint village of Saint-Adolphe.
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Start the day with an overview on nordic skiing insidea warm yurt. The course is tailor-made according to group level.
- Then progress onto the slopes and historic trails nearby.
- In the afternoon, ski a 5km loop on the nearby historic trails and paths.
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At the end of the day, return to the village and dineout at a restaurant of your choice.
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Enjoy the many services of Le Manoir, includingspa and massage.
Lodging and supper in Saint-Sauveur.
Day 3
- Meet in Prévost in the morning.
- Take the public “snow bus” to Val-David.
- Walk and visit the heart of Val-David village.
- Ski 13 km (8 miles) on the famous Gillespie brothers trail in Val-David and Val-Morin.
- 3 km (2 miles) on shared trails (classic cross-country ski).
- Cross-country skiing in the Val-David-Val-Morin regional park and in the Far Hills sector.
Lodging and supper in Val-Morin.
- Far Hills Resort Hotel
Day 4
- Enjoy a continental breakfast.
- Ski 20 km (12 miles) from Val-Morin to Sainte-Adèle.
- Follow the tracks of Jackrabbit Johannsen and Eddy Fortier.
- Enjoy a picnic near the former chalet of Émile Cochand.
- Ski the final stretch of 4 km (2.5 miles) on the P’tit Train du Nord.
Dinner and overnight stay in Sainte-Adèle.
Day 5
- Enjoy a copious breakfast at Au Clos Rolland.
- Warm up on the P’tit Train du Nord (1 km/0.6 miles).
- Enter the wooded backcountry trails towards the village of Piedmont.
- Leave your nordic skis and take a break in the Sommet Olympia chalet.
- Continue towards Prévost through the Alfred Kelly natural reserve.
- Finish with a well-deserved après-ski beer at the renowned Shawbridge Microbrewery.
Exclusions
- Nordic ski equipment
- Daypack, luggage and personal effects
- Evening drinks (soda and alcohol)
- Travel insurance
- Guide tips
Inclusions
- Professional, certified nordic ski guide
- Backcountry cross-country ski safety equipment
- Online pre-departure information session
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4 nights in comfort accommodation (3* and 4*) with meals:
- Day 2: lunch and dinner
- Day 3 and 4: all meals
- Day 5: lunch and dinner
- Snacks and hot drinks
- Overnight parking access
- Access to the Laurentian Ski Museum (hyperlink)
- Luggage transport (1 x 15 kg/33 lbs baggage per person)
- Access fees for the Saint-Adolphe outdoor center ski network
- Access fees to the Val-David-Val-Morin Laurentides Regional Park
- Rando ski ticket for Mount Olympia
- $50 donation to SOPAIR to maintain and perpetuate the network of heritage Nordic ski trails
Pricing
Public group
Price: announced July 22
Per person + taxes (double occupancy).
Single room supplement: $295 + taxes
Dates 2027
- Coming soon
Private group
Variable according to group size.
Contact us for a quote.
Contact us for a quote.
Dates
- On request. Availability weekdays and weekends.
Reserve your trip
Reservations open on September 1, 2026.
Guided tours on the East route are operated by Windigo Aventure.
