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- Day 1 ARRIVE IN MONTRÉAL Welcome to Montréal! At 6:00 p.m., 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. 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.
- Day 2 MONTRÉAL Culinary Influences Explore during a sightseeing tour with a Local Guide including the incredible Basilique Notre-Dame. Enjoy lunch at a [LF] traditional 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 (Great Christmas Market), and Christmas Village. (B,L)TOUR HIGHLIGHTEnjoy 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 and the cobblestone streets of Old Montréal.LOCAL FAVORITEDine at a family-owned deli for a deliciously classic 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 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.
- Day 3 MONTRÉAL-QUÉBEC CITY 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 HIGHLIGHTExperience 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.
- 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 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 [LF] 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 FAVORITECollecting 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!
- 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). Browse festive wooden kiosks, enjoy live musical entertainment, and soak up the holiday atmosphere. Enjoy free time this afternoon before a farewell dinner at our hotel, Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, the perfect ending to your vacation! (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTExplore the beautiful city of Québec, the French-founded city, port, and capital of Canada's Québec province. One of the oldest cities in Canada-- 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-MONTRÉAL All Aboard! Wave goodbye to your Tour Director and Driver and continue to Montréal on the VIA Rail train for a one-night stay at Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth. (B)ENHANCED FREE TIMEExplore more in Montréal with free time to stroll Old Montréal, browse boutiques along Sainte-Catherine Street, or enjoy the city's renowned dining scene.
- Day 7 MONTRÉAL Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Name: Winter in Montreal & Quebec with Montreal Extension
Brand: Globus
Quality: First Class
Tour Type: Escorted
Start City: Montreal
End City: Montreal
Notes: Visiting and participating in activities in this region may be subject to favorable weather conditions.
Meals: 6 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinners
