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Winter in Montréal and Québec
Vacation Overview
Warm winter wishes abound in the holiday atmosphere and abundant Christmas markets of Montréal and Québec City. Discover a winter wonderland of French cultural delights, sights, and bites to warm the heart and inspire the imagination. From Montréal 's Basilique Notre-Dame to Jean-Talon Market, Grand Marché de Noël de Montréal (Great Christmas Market), and Montréal Christmas Village, you 'll feel a cheerful glow around each corner. In Québec, explore Canada 's only walled city where the Place d 'Armes, Laval Seminary, and ancient Place Royale. Stroll the narrow streets amid old-world houses by the St. Lawrence River and indulge in a traditional sugar shack lunch in the old tradition. Dive into the natural beauty of Montmorency Falls Park and feel the holiday spirit in markets brimming with holiday cheer and European-style outdoor market shopping as winter warms the heart on this wintertime vacation in Montréal and Québec!
Year Round Offers
- Save by forming your own group of 5 or more
- Triple Room Reduction Available for most tours
- 10% Discount for Young Travelers 8-17 yrs old
- Pay less for your second vacation in the same year
Day 1:ARRIVE IN MONTRÉAL Welcome to Montréal! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.
ENHANCED FREE TIMEEXPLORE MORE in Montréal with free time to see the sights of the vibrant city. Montréal is a bilingual city, with both French and English widely spoken. Your GlobusGO mobile app has all the maps and tips on where to dine, shop, and play. Day 2:MONTRÉAL Culinary Influences Explore Montréal during a sightseeing tour with a Local Guide including the incredible Basilique Notre-Dame. Enjoy lunch at a traditional Montréal deli. Smoked beef (cured and smoked beef brisket) sandwiches have been popular since Eastern European immigrants arrived in the late 1800s and brought their curing techniques to Montréal. 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)
TOUR HIGHLIGHTACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT 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, you 'll find extraordinary comfort and first-class service in this historic hotel on the cobblestone avenues of Montréal.TOUR HIGHLIGHTCULTURAL GEM Explore the cultural capital of Canada where the traditional Québécois style is celebrated along its cobblestone streets and grand buildings in European flair. See the Basilique Notre-Dame with its stunning stained glass, and the Plateau Mont-Royal with spectacular views of Vieux-Montréal.Day 3:MONTRÉAL-QUÉBEC CITY French Toasts Depart Montréal for charming Québec City for a 3-night stay in the legendary landmark, Fairmont Le Chateau 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.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT Experience castle life at the iconic Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac. Stunning views, powerful political meetings, and famous guests have illuminated the hotel for more than a century. Day 4:QUÉBEC CITY 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 and see the old-world houses crowding the narrow streets in Lower Town by the St. Lawrence River and historic Plains of Abraham. Visit a locally owned [LF] Sugar Shack for a traditional sugar shack lunch including live musical entertainment. Visit Montmorency Falls Park for stunning views of a natural waterfall, the tallest in Québec and 30 m taller than Niagara Falls. The afternoon is free to explore the holiday markets for Christmas cheer and European-style outdoor market shopping. (B,L)
LOCAL FAVORITELOCAL TASTES Collecting maple water 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!Day 5:QUÉBEC CITY Christmas Carols Join your Tour Director and discover unique treasures and German-inspired cuisine at The Marché de Noël Allemand de Québec (German Christmas Market). Wooden kiosks, live musical entertainment, Enjoy free time this afternoon before a farewell dinner at our hotel, Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac, the perfect ending to your vacation! (B,D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHTHISTORY & HERITAGE Explore the beautiful city of Québec, the French-founded city, port, and capital of Canada 's Québec province. One of the oldest cities in Canada— Québec City retains more than 400 years of tradition, architecture, and Old-World charm in the only remaining walled city north of Mexico. This UNESCO World Heritage site is a romantic city of narrow cobblestone streets, stone buildings, fortifications, and rich French-Canadian culture and cuisine. Take in the city 's splendid views of the surrounding landscape and unique character, which prompted Charles Dickens to call it the “Gibraltar of North America.”Day 6:QUÉBEC CITY Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
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on this website are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for errors,
omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to
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Meals
4 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Hotels:
Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel
Montreal, Canada
Located in the heart of downtown Montreal, the hotel reflects the city's elegance and charm and has welcomed dignitaries and celebrities alike in its 60 year history. The hotel has an indoor pool, hot tub, spa, fitness center, gift shops, hair salon, several award winning restaurants, lounge, room service, business center, concierge service, and Internet access.
Rating: Superior First-Class
Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
Quebec City, Canada
This grand iconic hotel located inside the walls of Old Quebec and perched above the banks of St. Lawrence River. Renovated within the last several years this historic hotel is just steps away from sightseeing attractions, dining, shopping, and entertainment. The hotel features an indoor pool, fitness center, spa, hair salon, concierge service, gift shop, business center, Internet access, restaurant, café, lounge, afternoon tea, and room service.
Rating: Moderate Deluxe
All prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability and are quoted in U.S. Dollars. These pages are not endorsed or supported by the tour
operator in any way. All information presented is based on promotional material
provided by the tour operator. All prices, itineraries, accommodations and dates
are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators.
Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. The prices
on this website are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for errors,
omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to
confirm availability and pricing.
