gems of french canada luxury tour: montreal + quebec city
Experience the culture of two of Canada's French-speaking cities in one trip.
The romantic and historical charm of Quebec City is the perfect complement to
Montreal's vibrant and upbeat urban appeal.
| Length: | 5 days |
| Type: | Independent Rail Tour, Luxury |
| Highlights: | Montreal, Quebec City |
DAY ONE: MONTREAL
Travel from your home city to Montreal.
Overnight in Montreal at Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth.
DAY TWO: MONTREAL
This morning, enjoy a guided city tour of Montreal by bus, taking in over 200 points of interest,
including a photo stop at the Notre Dame Basilica, St. Joseph's Oratory, residential and financial districts,
Old Montreal, French Quarter, outside view of Olympic Site, McGill University and a panoramic view from an
observation point on top of Mt. Royal.
Overnight in Montreal at Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth.
Meal: Breakfast
DAY THREE: MONTREAL - QUEBEC CITY
Travel by train from Montreal to Quebec City.
Overnight in Quebec City at Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac.
Meal: Breakfast
DAY FOUR: QUEBEC CITY
This morning, enjoy a guided city tour of Quebec City by bus.
On the tour, you will experience the European charm of the first French settlement in North America.
This is your chance to visit history first hand: The Latin Quarter, Plains of Abraham, Château Frontenac,
National Assembly, Basilica, City Hall, Place-Royale and the Citadel.
Overnight in Quebec City at Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac.
Meal: Breakfast
DAY FIVE: QUEBEC CITY
Travel from Quebec City to your home city.
Meal: Breakfast
MONTREAL
FAIRMONT THE QUEEN ELIZABETH
At the centre of Montréal's vibrant cultural and commercial district sits the city's grandest and most gracious hotel - Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth. Located above the train station (Via Rail & AMTRAK) and connected to the extensive underground city of thousands of boutiques, restaurants and cafés, and within walking distance of sports and cultural attractions, this Montreal hotel reflects the city’s distinct elegance and charm. Host to over forty festivals annually, the city offers entertainment for the whole family in summer or winter!
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QUEBEC CITY
FAIRMONT LE CHATEAU FRONTENAC
Standing high on a bluff overlooking the mighty St. Lawrence River, Fairmont Le Château Frontenac is not merely a hotel located in the heart of Old Québec - it is the heart of it. At Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, guests are guaranteed a memorable and inspiring stay in one of the most beautiful cities in the world with easy walking access to all of the wonderful sites and experiences that Old Québec has to offer.
HAMILTON DEPARTURE (ALDERSHOT)
- Train from Aldershot to Montreal
- Breakfast daily
- 2 nights hotel in Montreal at Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth
- Guided city tour of Montreal by bus
- Train from Montreal to Quebec City
- 2 nights hotel in Quebec City at Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
- Guided city tour of Quebec City by bus
- Train from Quebec City to Aldershot
- Telephone support
OTTAWA DEPARTURE
- Train from Ottawa to Montreal
- Breakfast daily
- 2 nights hotel in Montreal at Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth
- Guided city tour of Montreal by bus
- Train from Montreal to Quebec City
- 2 nights hotel in Quebec City at Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
- Guided city tour of Quebec City by bus
- Train from Quebec City to Ottawa
- Telephone support
TORONTO DEPARTURE
- Train from Toronto to Montreal
- Breakfast daily
- 2 nights hotel in Montreal at Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth
- Guided city tour of Montreal by bus
- Train from Montreal to Quebec City
- 2 nights hotel in Quebec City at Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
- Guided city tour of Quebec City by bus
- Train from Quebec City to Toronto
- Telephone support
TORONTO DEPARTURE (WITH FLIGHTS ON PORTER TORONTO-MONTREAL & QUEBEC CITY-TORONTO)
- Flight from Toronto to Montreal
- Breakfast daily
- 2 nights hotel in Montreal at Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth
- Guided city tour of Montreal by bus
- Train from Montreal to Quebec City
- 2 nights hotel in Quebec City at Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
- Guided city tour of Quebec City by bus
- Flight from Quebec City to Toronto
- Telephone support
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Are meals included?
Breakfasts are included. Lunches and dinners are not included.
Is the tour escorted?
No. This tour is an independent tour with telephone support and all of your travel arrangements expertly managed by Canada Destination Experts based in our Toronto office.
Can the tour itinerary be done in reverse?
Yes. You can start in Quebec City and end in Montreal.
HAMILTON DEPARTURE (WITH VIA RAIL)
- November 1, 2011 - April 30, 2012
$939.00 per person, double occupancy plus tax - May 1 - June 30, 2012
$1,089.00 per person, double occupancy plus tax - July 1 - October 20, 2012
$1,269.00 per person, double occupancy plus tax
OTTAWA DEPARTURE (WITH VIA RAIL)
- November 1, 2011 - April 30, 2012
$809.00 per person, double occupancy plus tax - May 1 - June 30, 2012
$959.00 per person, double occupancy plus tax - July 1 - October 20, 2012
$1,145.00 per person, double occupancy plus tax
TORONTO DEPARTURE (WITH VIA RAIL)
- November 1, 2011 - April 30, 2012
$925.00 per person, double occupancy plus tax - May 1 - June 30, 2012
$1,075.00 per person, double occupancy plus tax - July 1 - October 20, 2012
$1,259.00 per person, double occupancy plus tax
TORONTO DEPARTURE (WITH FLIGHTS ON PORTER TORONTO-MONTREAL & QUEBEC CITY-TORONTO)
- November 1, 2011 - April 30, 2012
$1,085.00 per person, double occupancy plus tax - May 1 - June 30, 2012
$1,235.00 per person, double occupancy plus tax - July 1 - October 20, 2012
$1,419.00 per person, double occupancy plus tax
Prices are per person based on double occupancy.
Prices may be higher on certain dates due to holidays or special events.
PLEASE CONTACT US FOR DEPARTURES FROM OTHER CITIES





