Winter in Montreal & Quebec with Montreal Extension

Welcome to Montréal! At 6:00 p.m., meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink. ENHANCED FREE TIME Explore more in Montréal with free time to see the sights of the vibrant city. Wander the cobblestone streets of Old Montréal, sample local cuisine, or discover the city's vibrant arts and cultural scene. Montréal is a bilingual city, with both French and English widely spoken. Get insider tips on where to dine and what to do from your Tour Director.

Culinary Influences Explore Montréal during a sightseeing tour with a Local Guide including the incredible Basilique Notre-Dame. Enjoy lunch at a [LOCAL FAVORITE] traditional Montréal deli. Discover the beautiful holiday displays and festive markets this afternoon. Join your Tour Director to visit Jean-Talon Market, Grand Marché de Noël de Montréal (Great Christmas Market), and Montréal Christmas Village. (B,L) TOUR HIGHLIGHT Enjoy a 2-night stay in the luxurious ambiance of Montréal’s The Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel. Located near the legendary Sainte-Catherine Street, galleries, and shopping venues, this historic hotel offers extraordinary comfort and first-class service with easy access to both downtown Montréal and the cobblestone streets of Old Montréal. LOCAL FAVORITE Dine at a family-owned deli for a deliciously classic Montréal lunch and indulge in the favorite traditions of smoked meat (cured and smoked beef brisket) sandwiches—popular here since Eastern European immigrants brought their unique curing techniques to Montréal in the late 1800s. Explore the cultural capital of Canada where the traditional Québécois style is celebrated along its cobblestone streets and grand buildings in European flair.

French Toasts Depart Montréal for charming Québec City for a 3-night stay in the legendary landmark, Fairmont Le Château Frontenac. Discover one of the most historic and best-preserved cities in North America. The afternoon is free to explore the holiday markets or stroll the streets of Old Québec City. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHT Experience castle life at the iconic Fairmont Le Château Frontenac. For more than a century, this grand landmark has welcomed distinguished guests, hosted historic political meetings, and offered spectacular views overlooking the St. Lawrence River.

How Sweet it is! Discover Canada’s only walled city with a Local Guide on a sightseeing tour. Until the British victory of 1759, Old Québec was the center of New France. Within its walls are Place d’Armes, Laval Seminary, and ancient Place Royale. Also, ride the funicular to Lower Town, where old-world houses line narrow streets along the St. Lawrence River, and see the historic Plains of Abraham. Visit a locally owned [LOCAL FAVORITE] Sugar Shack for a traditional sugar shack lunch including live musical entertainment. Explore the unique copper creations at the Albert Gilles Copper Art Studio and Museum. Continue to the Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupre Shrine to see one of his greatest works of art, the hand-made copper main doors of the Basilica. Move on to Montmorency Falls Park for stunning views of a natural waterfall, the tallest in Québec and 30 m taller than Niagara Falls (weather permitting). The afternoon is free to explore the holiday markets for Christmas cheer and European-style outdoor market shopping. (B,L) LOCAL FAVORITE Collecting maple sap to create maple syrup is a longtime tradition across generations when families trudged through the snow to tap the nearby trees in preparation for rich and hearty recipes. Learn the art of making maple syrup and enjoy local music and lunch at a sugar shack!