Day 1 - Arrive Montreal
Upon arrival at the Montréal-Trudeau International Airport, you will be met by your private sedan and transfer to your Hotel. Remainder of the day is at leisure to explore one of North America's most exciting and exuberant metropolises.
Moderate: Overnight Delta Centre-Ville
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel - Fairmont room
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel - Fairmont Gold (includes deluxe continental breakfast and afternoon hors d'oeuvres)
Day 2 - Greater Montreal Tram Tour & Museum Pass / Dinner at Auberge Saint-Gabriel
Experience the best of Montreal on an exciting 3 hour sightseeing tour. A complete tour of the City, taking in over 200 points of interest, including a stop at the Notre Dame Basilica, St. Joseph's Oratory (photo stop), residential and financial districts, Old Montreal (photo stop), French Quarter, outside view of Olympic Site (photo stop), McGill University and a panoramic view from an observation point on top of Mt. Royal. Discover Montreal through hundreds of places of interest with an uninterrupted commentary by a friendly, knowledgeable & bilingual guide.
The remainder of the day is yours to explore with the Montreal Museums Pass, which is a wonderful way to discover the Island of Montréal at your own pace. Montreal's internationally renowned museums and attractions reflect the city's history and cultural diversity, and address a wide variety of themes from innovative, highly authentic angles. The pass is valid at 30 major Montreal museums and attractions (including the Montreal Biodôme, Botanical Garden, Insectarium, Planetarium and Science Centre, to name a few), along with public transit, in a unique package good for 3 consecutive days!
Tonight you will dine at North America's oldest inn, Auberge Saint-Gabriel Restaurant, located inside the stone walls of Old Montreal. As a reflection of the well-known Quebec 's hospitality, the welcome is warm and the service courteous. Fine cooking reuniting two continents through French and Quebec cuisine. The new glass wine cellar allows you to admire the collection before tasting your selection.
Moderate: Overnight Delta Centre-Ville
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel - Fairmont room
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel - Fairmont Gold (includes deluxe continental breakfast and afternoon hors d'oeuvres)
Day 3 - VIA Rail to Quebec City & Dinner at Aux Anciens Canadiens
Today you will transfer (on own) from your hotel to the VIA Rail station. Upon arrival at the train station, go straight to the Panorama lounge which is reserved for VIA 1 passengers. You'll be able to unwind as you wait for departure. The day's newspapers, coffee and juice will be yours to enjoy, free of charge. You will depart downtown Montréal and travel to Sainte-Foy, then onto downtown Québec City. Travel in total comfort and ease and forget the hassles of driving. You will travel in VIA 1 class which offers you a delicious meal and exclusive access to the VIA 1 lounge in the service-car. Upon arrival in Québec City, you will be transfer by private sedan to your hotel.
This evening you will enjoy a traditional Quebec dinner at the historic Aux Anciens Canadiens Restaurant in Old Quebec City. You will experience a 3 course menu, and discover the hospitality so treasured by the Quebecois expressed in its purest tradition!
Moderate: Overnight Hotel Clarendon
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac - Fairmont room
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac- Fairmont Gold River view (includes deluxe continental breakfast and afternoon hors d'oeuvres)
Day 4 - Quebec City Tour
Today enjoy a 2 hour city tour of this fabulous city. Discover the only fortified city in America, North of Mexico. Quebec, a gem of distinct heritage, is the cradle of French Canadian culture in North America. Old Québec, with its narrow streets, offers historic houses, lively places and fortresses. Discover the Plains of Abraham and Battlefield Park, the Parliament Buildings and the Saint Lawrence river, one of the longest in the world. Remainder of the day is at leisure to explore the city.
OPTIONAL AFTERNOON TOUR:
A Fabulous Country Tour - Taking the Avenue Royale through the traditional villages and farms of the Beaupré Coast, your guide will help you relive the tranquil pace of bygone years. A 45-minute stop is scheduled at the Montmorency Falls and the shrine of Ste-Anne-de-Beaupre with a short detour to the western tip of the Island of Orleans. Other highlights include the Petit Pre Mill & Vineyard and the Albert Gilles Copper Art Museum.
Moderate: Overnight Hotel Clarendon
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac - Fairmont room
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac- Fairmont Gold River view (includes deluxe continental breakfast and afternoon hors d'oeuvres)
Day 5 - Depart Quebec City
Today you will transfer by private sedan to the Quebec City Airport in time for your flight departure.
OPTION:
VIA Rail - Montreal & Transfer to Montreal-Trudeau Airport:
You may wish to travel back to Montreal with Via Rail and transfer by private sedan to the Montreal-Trudeau International Airport for your flight departure home.
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- 4 nights accommodation, any mandatory service charges and room tax
- Private sedan transfer between Montreal Airport & hotel Quebec City train station & hotel and hotel & Quebec City Airport including gratuities
- VIA Rail from Montreal to Québec City in Via 1 Class including one meal onboard
- Greater Montreal Tram Tour
- Quebec City The Capital Tour
- Montreal Museum Pass including admission to 30 major Montreal museums and attractions and public transit
- 3 course Dinner at Auberge Saint-Gabriel Restaurant including gratuities
- Traditional Quebec 3 course dinner at Aux Anciens Canadiens Restaurant including gratuities
- Personalized documentation package
PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Meals not listed as included
- Activities not listed as included
- Transfers not listed as included
- Gratuities not listed as included
- Optional tours
- Goods and Services tax (GST)
- Trip Cancellation Insurance (Insurance can be purchased from your Vacation Specialist, ask for more details)