What To Expect

Day 1: Your Québec City Escape Begins

• After meeting the group and checking in at Delta Hotels by Marriott Québec, enjoy the evening at your leisure. Walk into historic Old Québec to explore its cobblestone streets, cafés, boutiques and restaurants. Suggested nearby sights include the Québec Parliament Building, Porte Saint-Jean, Rue Saint-Jean, Château Frontenac and Dufferin Terrace. Dinner and any optional activities are at your own expense.

  Duration: 2 hours

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

Day 2: Discover the Magic of Historic Old Québec

• Explore Place Royale with your local guide and discover one of the oldest and most historic squares in North America. Admire its beautifully preserved stone buildings, learn about the founding of Québec City and see Notre-Dame-des-Victoires, one of the continent’s oldest stone churches.

  Duration: 15 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• See Québec’s impressive Parliament Building during the panoramic portion of the tour. Your guide will share insights into its distinctive architecture, historic monuments and role as the seat of Québec’s provincial government.

  Duration: 15 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• Stop outside the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity as your guide shares the story of this historic Anglican landmark in the heart of Old Québec. Admire its elegant neoclassical architecture and learn about its place in Québec City’s religious and cultural history.

  Duration: 10 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• Stop outside the legendary Château Frontenac, one of Canada’s most photographed landmarks. Admire its grand castle-like architecture while your guide shares stories about the hotel’s history and its prominent place above the St. Lawrence River.

  Duration: 15 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• Visit Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral, one of Québec City’s most important religious landmarks. Admire its impressive façade as your guide shares the cathedral’s history, architecture and connection to the city’s French Catholic heritage. Interior access may depend on services and opening hours.

  Duration: 15 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• Explore Place d’Armes, a historic square surrounded by some of Old Québec’s most recognizable landmarks. Your guide will share stories about the square’s origins and point out Château Frontenac, the former courthouse and other notable architecture.

  Duration: 10 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

Day 3: Québec's Scenic Countryside & Island Escape - The order of activities may vary depending on operating conditions.

• Enjoy a guided visit to this unique family-owned studio, where master artisans transform copper into beautiful works of art. Browse the boutique featuring handcrafted pieces inspired by Québec's rich artistic heritage.

  Duration: 1 hour

  Admission Included: YES

• Discover one of North America's most celebrated pilgrimage sites. Admire its magnificent architecture, stunning mosaics, colourful stained glass windows, and centuries of history.

  Duration: 1 hour

  Admission Included: YES

• Relax over lunch at one of Île d'Orléans' most picturesque waterfront restaurants. Savour locally inspired cuisine while enjoying spectacular views of the St. Lawrence River and Québec City's skyline from the elegant dining room or riverside terrace. (Lunch is at travellers’ own expense.)

  Duration: 1 hour

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• Sample a selection of locally crafted ciders while discovering the traditions of cider-making on beautiful Île d'Orléans.

  Duration: 1 hour

  Admission Included: YES

• Experience one of Québec's most spectacular natural attractions. Standing 83 metres (272 feet) high—30 metres taller than Niagara Falls—Montmorency Falls offers spectacular views from accessible walking paths. The cable car is not included, as our visit focuses on the scenic viewpoints and walking trails that showcase the falls up close.

  Duration: 1 hour

  Admission Included: YES

• The remainder of the afternoon and evening is yours to enjoy at your own pace. Relax at a café, browse local boutiques, or return to your favourite corner of Old Québec for one more unforgettable evening.

  Duration: 3 hours

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

Day 4: Breakfast and Farewell

• Enjoy an included breakfast at Hôtel Delta by Marriott Québec before checking out. Guests joining the tour in Québec City will say goodbye to the group here, marking the end of their Québec City experience.

  Duration: 1 hour

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE