Independent Québec City and Montréal: People, Places, Culture

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Gain a comprehensive understanding of Montréal and Québec from experts, learning about the art, architecture, history and cuisine of these two great French Canadian cities.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • Walking is the best way to get to know a new place
    • I’m energetic and enjoy a good physical challenge, so I’m always ready to spend the day on the move
    • Whether it’s public transit, city streets or village cobblestones, I’m game

What's this trip about?

    Gain a comprehensive understanding of Montréal and Québec from experts, learning about the art, architecture, history and cuisine of these two great French Canadian cities.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityMontreal, QC
End CityQuebec City, QC

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Photography
  • National Parks
  • Yoga, Meditation & Wellness
  • Relaxing Retreats
  • Holy Land

Destinations

Activities

  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Yoga & Meditation

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 Check-in, Registration, Welcome Dinner, Orientation Montreal, QC

Hotel check-in from 3:00 p.m.

Program Registration: 5:15 p.m. After you have your room assignment, come over to the Road Scholar table on the Mezzanine Level beginning at 5:30 p.m. to register with the program staff and get your welcome packet containing your na...

Day 2 Old Montreal Montreal, QC

Walking up to 4 miles throughout the day.

We’ll set out on a walking field trip to explore Old Montréal, focusing on its history and architecture.

Free Time. Take this opportunity for personal independent exploration to see and do what interests you most. ...

Day 3 Underground City, Golden Square Mile, Theater District Montreal, QC

Use of public transportation, métro & bus. Walking up to 4 miles throughout the day.

This second day of discovering Montréal will be dedicated to three of the city's star attractions with a local expert: the surprising "Underground City," the Theater Distric...

Day 4 A Day for Food-Lovers, Montréal Boroughs Montreal, QC

Use of public transportation, métro & bus. Walking up to 4 miles throughout the day.

This is a day for food lovers. A local expert will lead us on a culinary adventure through the many flavors of Montréal by strolling along beloved Saint-Laurent Boulevard. H...

Day 5 Basilica de Notre-Dame de Montréal, Transfer to Québec City Quebec City, QC

Baggage aboard the train is limited to one piece of luggage and one carry-on bag per person. We will carry our baggage when we transfer to the train station. There it will be loaded onto the train for us; keep carry-ons with you. The train ride is about 180 miles, app...

Day 6 Old Québec City, Chateau Frontenac Quebec City, QC

Walking up to 2 miles, approximately 2 hours; cobblestones, hill.

At the hotel, our local expert will give a presentation highlighting the city's foundation and exceptional geographical location as well as its present-day social and economic facets. We’ll gain a...

Day 7 Citadel, Plains of Abraham Quebec City, QC

Walking up to 2 miles.

Our second full day in Québec City will be dedicated to a field trip designed exclusively for our group and led by a local expert. Strategically located on the heights overlooking the Saint Lawrence River, Québec City was the first major m...

Day 8 Île d'Orléans, Montmorency Falls Quebec City, QC

Walking up to 3 miles.

We’ll take an expert-led field trip via motorcoach a few miles from the city to experience the beauty of the traditional Québec countryside. The birthplace of French America, Île d'Orléans is a large pastoral island known for the quality o...

Day 9 Program Concludes Quebec City, QC

Hotel check-out 12:00 Noon.

If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another Road Scholar program, detailed instructions are included in your Information Packet for that progr...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,199
Price per day$244
Last Updated: 4/14/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 4
  • Number of Lunch: 2
  • Number of Dinner: 4
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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