Let Randonnées Quebec adventures transport you -- Experience a touch of Europe right in Canada

Randonnées self-guided cycling and walking tours of the Eastern Townships are now available, with starts possible any day through October 31, 2002.

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Let Randonnées Quebec adventures transport you -- Experience a touch of Europe right in Canada

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October 7, 2002 (Winnipeg, MB)--Travellers can enjoy a bit of European ambiance this fall without leaving North America. Quebecs Eastern Townships are the perfect backdrop for active autumnal adventures with a European flavour, and Randonnée offers several. Randonnées self-guided cycling and walking tours of the Eastern Townships are now available, with starts possible any day through October 31, 2002.

Cycling tours begin in the small village of Bromont, about 80 km east of Montreal, and are five days and eight days in length. Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachians, a land of enchanted forests, babbling brooks and peaceful lakes awaits exploration. Travellers to the area will be able to experience old French culture as they cycle through the rolling foothills and past vineyards or take a day tour to the Abbey Saint-Benoît-du-Lac on the shores of Lake Memphremagog. This tour is definitely a touch of Europe without the transatlantic flight.

The Eastern Township walking tours let guests travel back in time and take in the old-world flavour while uncovering the delights of charming villages and countryside. This is a journey into the heart of French-Canadian culture and history tucked away in hidden towns and valleys. At the end of the day, travelers can enjoy fine cuisine and spend the night in cozy accommodations that make them feel as though theyre experiencing Europe, right here in North America.

The dates and prices are as follows (taxes are not included):
Eastern Townships Walking - Until Oct.31, 2002
Classic-$1,595 CDN/$1,100 US
B&B-$1,435 CDN/$990 US
Luxe-$2,135 CDN/1,470 US

Eastern Townships Cycling 5 Days - Until Oct. 31, 2002
Classic-$1,495 CDN/$1,030 US
B&B-$1,365 CDN/$940 US
Luxe-N/A

Eastern Towhnships Cycling 8 Days-Until October 31, 2002
Classic-$2,210 CDN/$1,525 US
B&B-$1,830 CDN/$1,260 US
Luxe-N/A

About Randonnée
Randonnée has been North Americas leading specialist in self-guided adventure tours for the past 12 years and offers a wide variety of self-guided hiking, walking, cycling, multi-sport and their own unique Short Escape and Drive & Stroll tours, as well as winter adventures. Randonnée tours are available in Canada, France, Scotland, Ireland, Italy, Holland, and Switzerland. Their customized self-guided trips are perfect for individuals, couples, honeymooners, families, business travelers and groups of friends. For further information or to request a colour brochure, contact Randonnée at 800-465-6488 or log on at www.randonneetours.com.

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Note to Editors: To discuss a possible press trip for 2002/03, contact or Maureen Wright/Jerry Grymek or Magy Orlowska at 416 440-2500 or 800 387-1399/e-mail pr@lma.net