They picked me up from Hudson and took me to their farm at Huntingdon. Murray insisted I try his 16 year old malt whiskey - so what was a man to do but accept. Marilyn provided an impromptu birthday cake after dinner. It was great to see them again. We did the Paris to Istanbul trip with them in 2008.
The following day I cleaned my bike. We sat around nattering most of the day. They delivered me back to the hotel in Montreal but I didn't really have time to explore the city. The hotel was great with excellent facilities. I might come back here with Liz to the Dauphin Hotel.
Today's ride was along the side of the St Lawrence. Did 140km but it was flat with the wind behind. A delightful days riding with views of the water and lots of little towns on the way.
Angela and I rode together and stopped at a French bakery for morning bread and coffee. Stopped mid afternoon for an ice cream.
Our campsite is ok but they need to ban noisy children. Tomorrow is a rest day in Quebec City.
Today rode to Quebec City, another 145km, hot thirsty weather. Followed the St Lawrence seaway all day. Great views and rode with Brian and Angela all day. Stopped at some nice cafes for ice cream etc. easy pace at 22 kph which gives us time to smell the roses.
Staying in a hotel that has no restaurant or bar! And 6 km from downtown. Suspect we will taxi to the old city for a real dinner.
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