Gaspé is one of North America’s earliest European settlements, set amid stunning natural beauty at the tip of the Quebec’s Gaspé Peninsula on the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Claimed first by the French, then by the British, Gaspé is known as the “Cradle of French Canada.” Across a small bay from the charming town lies the rugged wilderness of Forillon National Park. With hundreds of species, the Gaspé Peninsula is a spectacular area for bird-watching, and the surrounding gulf is home to wildlife including blue and humpback whales.
Shore Excursions
Shore excursions vary by each itinerary and are subject to change.
Gaspé Museum & the “Birthplace of Canada”
Learn about the heritage of Gaspé at its city museum and see the historic site that marks Canada’s founding.
Micmac Interpretation Center & Gaspé’s Heritage
Explore Indigenous and European history at the Micmac Interpretation Center and the symbolic “Birthplace of Canada.”
Percé Town & Sea Cruise
Visit charming Percé and cruise around its imposing rock island.
Best of Gaspé & Surroundings
Immerse yourself in nature as you explore Forillon National Park and visit the charming center of Gaspé.
Panoramic Percé
Enjoy sweeping vistas and the allure of small-town Quebec in Percé.
Whale Watching in the Gulf of St. Lawrence
Observe the ocean’s magnificent, gentle giants on an unforgettable whale-watching expedition.
Forillon National Park Walk
Set out on foot for a coastal walk through the picturesque Canadian wilderness.
The “Birthplace of Canada”
Visit the site recognized as the “Birthplace of Canada” to commemorate the landing of Jacques Cartier in 1534.
Pointe-à-la-Renommée Lighthouse
Visit the Pointe-à-la-Renommée Lighthouse, one of Quebec’s most iconic maritime landmarks.
