Back in the bus and off to tour Vignoble St. Petronille vineyard.
The home, and the winery, which is in the basement building to the right.
Our guide (right, black top) explaining the finer points of grape growing in this area, which benefits from a somewhat warmer climate due to the nearby river. The hills in the background are the Laurentian Mountains.
Grapes just starting to appear on the vines.
A "typical" farm building for this area, with the highly raked roof.
Time to rejoin the bus and head for lunch!
The view from our table out to the main (southern) arm of the Saint Lawrence River, and a passing ship. Lunch was very enjoyable, as indeed was every meal we had!
The river side of the property - a fine place to eat at this time of the year. And some of our tour party inspecting the area.
Sandra and Karen - don't interrupt photographers at work!
The view from the western end of Ile d'Orleans towards Quebec City, across the major arm of the Saint Lawrence passing the island.
Ah, but lunch is over, it's time to reboard the bus and head off to the "surprise event".
Ile d'Orleans