Excursion Sights & legends of the saguenay fjord tour at Saguenay

Forged by glacial action over millennia, deep enough to attract whales, and surrounded by the breathtaking Laurentian Mountains, the Saguenay Fjord is a landscape where rich fur-trading history and abundant natural wonder are woven into every mile. This excursion offers a panoramic introductory spin through that terrain with stops at key highlights that help tell the Saguenay story. And concludes with an immersive experience that brings it all to multi-sensory life.

Begin your excursion with a scenic drive along the fjord, a natural marvel used as an early trading route for Indigenous nations before the arrival of French settlers in the 1600s ushered in a transformation to the center for culture and industry that Saguenay is today. En route, see where the waters of the powerful Saguenay and Saint Lawrence Rivers converge. Once in the city proper, a short drive through the district of Chicoutimi and Le Quartier du Bassin reveals some of Saguenay’s most memorable landmarks. Admire the bravery of the Little White House, stoic survivor of the catastrophic Saguenay flood of 1996. And discover the origins of the region’s standard-setting significance to the pulp and paper industry at the heritage Chicoutimi Pulp Mill.

Taking leave of the city, a 40-minute drive brings you past a boldly artistic tribute to the 1996 devastation and rebirth that followed, the Ha! Ha! Pyramid in La Baie. Named for its adjacent river, this unique artwork stands 69 ft (21 m) tall, its triangular surfaces clad in 3,000 reflective “Yield” signs. Just nearby, the highlight of your outing awaits: F J O R D – a unique, multi-sensory experience designed to transport you through the heart of the fjord’s legends and lore. On a giant curved screen, watch the landscapes and waterscapes of the fjord unfold in a series of immersive scenes enhanced by a soundscape that draws you into the tale. Scientific insights blend with ancestral stories, combining reality with fantasy to present the fjord through all seasons – from above, below, and at the water’s edge. You’re bound to be captivated.

At the end of the show your embark on your coach for a short drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of Interest: Scenic views of the Laurentians and meeting point of the Saguenay & St Lawrence Rivers, guided drive through historic Chicoutimi, the stunning multi-sensory FJORD show

Note

Please Note: This easy excursion is primarily panoramic requires very little walking at the stops and is suitable for guests who utlize a wheelchair or have limited mobility, providing they are able to embark and disembark the coach with limited assistance. Camera use is not allowed within the FJORD show theater. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes; consider bringing along bottled water from the ship. The order of sights and activities may vary.