Daily Itinerary: Arrive at Quebec City (YQB), pick up your rental car at the airport. Drive east along Highway 132 on the south shore of the St. Lawrence River. Your first stop can be the picturesque historic village of Kamouraska for a brief pause to admire its well-preserved old buildings and tranquil riverside scenery. Continue to the Rimouski area for your overnight stay.

Itinerary Highlights: Idyllic scenes along the St. Lawrence River, the French country charm of Kamouraska. In the evening, consider visiting the renowned Pointe-au-Père Maritime Historic Site (Site historique maritime de la Pointe-au-Père) to learn about Canada's East Coast maritime history, lighthouse lore, and the poignant tale of the Empress of Ireland shipwreck.

Daily Itinerary: From Rimouski, continue east along Highway 132, officially entering the vast Gaspé Peninsula. Today's destination is Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, the ideal gateway for exploring Gaspésie National Park.

Itinerary Highlights: As you enter the Gaspé region, the coastal scenery becomes increasingly dramatic. Upon arrival, head to the visitor center to get detailed maps and hiking information for the national park. If time and energy permit, embark on a relatively easy short trail to get an initial feel for the park's natural beauty.

Daily Itinerary: Full day dedicated to exploring Gaspésie National Park.

Itinerary Highlights: For fit hikers, the ascent of Mont Albert is highly recommended. This approximately 17-18 km round-trip hike takes 5-7 hours, rewarding climbers with unique alpine tundra landscapes and a rare chance to spot woodland caribou. Assess your fitness level and check weather conditions. Alternatively, the Lac aux Américains (Americans' Lake) trail offers a scenic and less strenuous option. Return to Sainte-Anne-des-Monts or a nearby village for the evening.

Daily Itinerary: Continue east from Sainte-Anne-des-Monts along Highway 132. This stretch is one of the most famous sections of the Gaspé loop, with winding roads offering increasingly spectacular sea views.

Itinerary Highlights: Pass through numerous picturesque fishing villages, perfect for impromptu photo stops and soaking in the sea breeze. Reach Grande-Vallée or higher elevations to admire breathtaking cliffs and bay vistas. Arrive in Gaspé town in the evening and check into your accommodation.

Daily Itinerary: Full day exploring Forillon National Park.

Itinerary Highlights: The park is divided into northern and southern sectors. The north features towering cliffs and lighthouses; hike to the Cap-des-Rosiers Lighthouse or the Cap Bon-Ami viewpoint for chances to spot whales breaching. The southern sector offers coves and forests, ideal for seaside strolls or forest hikes. Keep an eye out for wildlife like black bears and moose.

Daily Itinerary: Drive south from Gaspé town to Percé (approx. 1 hour).

Itinerary Highlights: Be immediately awestruck by the magnificent Percé Rock. View and photograph it from various angles on shore. At low tide, you might even walk out to the small sandbar near the rock (crucial: check tide times to avoid being stranded!). The core experience is a boat trip to Bonaventure Island. The boat first circles Percé Rock for close-up views, then lands on Bonaventure Island. Hike to the northern gannet colony, home to thousands of birds, for an unforgettable spectacle of nesting and feeding. Stay overnight in the lively town of Percé.

Daily Itinerary: Continue south along Highway 132, looping around the southern coast.

Itinerary Highlights: This section offers gentler scenery with beautiful bays and traditional fishing villages. Visit the Paspébiac Historic Site (Site historique de Paspébiac) to learn about its fishing and commercial history. Stop in various villages along Chaleur Bay (Baie des Chaleurs) to experience its warmer climate and friendly atmosphere. Settle in for the night in one of the charming towns along the bay.

Daily Itinerary: Spend the morning relaxing on a Chaleur Bay beach or engaging in water activities. Afterwards, continue west on Highway 132, completing the peninsula loop and heading back towards the Rimouski area.

Itinerary Highlights: Enjoy the laid-back vibe of Chaleur Bay. The scenery remains captivating, allowing for further stops at interesting towns or viewpoints. Today's itinerary is flexible, mainly aiming to reduce the driving distance back to Quebec City or Mont-Joli Airport.

Daily Itinerary: Depending on your flight schedule, depart from Mont-Joli Airport (YYY) near Rimouski, Gaspé Airport (YGP) (fewer flights), or drive back to Quebec City (YQB).

Itinerary Highlights/Optional Extension: If time permits and you're interested in Acadian culture, consider a brief detour south from Chaleur Bay into New Brunswick to visit the Village Historique Acadien to learn about Acadian history. Otherwise, savor the magnificent views of the St. Lawrence River one last time on your return journey, concluding this epic Gaspé Peninsula adventure.