Christmas Markets of Montreal and Quebec City - Holiday

Inviting winter cityscapes await on a sojourn through the dazzling French-Canadian cities of Montreal and Quebec City. Arriving in Montreal, discover a blend of all things old and new. As travelers' arrival times will vary, we have not included any sightseeing today. Spend the day as you wish, exploring the city independently. Perhaps you’ll make your first visit to Montreal's festive Christmas Markets, where local vendors, seasonal treats, and holiday cheer bring the city's holiday spirit to life. Throughout this festive adventure, you’ll get to experience the wonderful Christmas markets in Montreal and Quebec City, which run Thursday to Sunday throughout the holiday season.

Today, set out on a sightseeing tour of Montreal in all its holiday splendor, featuring Jacques Cartier Square, McGill University, and the Underground City – a haven for Montrealers during the long and cold winters. Make a stop high atop Mount Royal and take in the spectacular surrounding view! Christened by Jacques Cartier in 1535, Mount Royal is the small, emblematic mountain in the city and Montreal’s namesake. Enjoy some free time for lunch in Old Montreal (maybe warming up with a cup of hot chocolate) and soak in more of the joyful holiday atmosphere. Get ready to experience the Christmas market of Montreal,* meandering through the rows of local vendors and holiday stalls. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner.

Leaving Montreal this morning, travel northeast to say bonjour to Quebec City, the heart of Canada’s French heritage. Every winter, the city lights up with the magic of the holiday season. Upon arriving, enjoy free time for a bite to eat and to explore the Old Town (UNESCO), strolling along picturesque cobblestone streets, beside 17th-century buildings, and through the festive Christmas markets. After checking into your hotel later this afternoon, experience more of the charm of the Old Town before gathering at a restaurant for dinner amid this holiday fairy-tale setting.

Join your local guide for a city tour, learning about Quebecois holiday traditions while viewing the city’s historic sites and getting an up-close glimpse of the gorgeous Chateau Frontenac. Spend the afternoon exploring as you wish, where you can stroll among the wooden stalls in Quebec City’s German Christmas markets.* Enjoy the evening at leisure.