Quebec Journey: A Unique Blend of Culture, History, and Scenic Beauty

Upon arrival at the Montreal airport, meet your driver in time for your private transfer to your hotel. The remainder of this day is spent at your own leisure.

Accompanied by an expert guide, begin your Quebecois adventure with an exclusive walking tour of charming Old Montréal. This customizable tour will be tailored to your interests and preferences, featuring additional VIP enhancements. Visit one of Montreal's oldest chapels and enjoy a private insider tour of the city’s impressive city hall. Discover Quebec’s maple production heritage with a visit to a local maple producer, including a fun tasting experience. After the tour, indulge in high tea at the Ritz-Carlton, then spend the afternoon relaxing and exploring the neighborhood at your own pace. In the evening, embark on a private, art-and-history-themed stroll through Old Montréal. Experience the Cité Mémoire, a large-scale video projection installation that blends images, words, and music to create a dreamlike tribute to the city’s history. Your guide will provide insights into the stories projected. During your tour, enjoy an ice cider tasting at a nearby venue, accompanied by live jazz music.

Today, start your morning with a local foodie guide exploring Montreal’s neighborhoods, sampling rich chocolate, savory poutine, smoked meat sandwiches, and Montreal-style bagels. Conclude with a visit to one of North America's largest year-round markets, entitled the Marché Jean-Talon.

In the afternoon, enjoy a private behind-the-scenes tour of the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. End the day with a private cooking class, where you'll learn regional flavors and enjoy a multi-course tasting experience. Return to the hotel for a relaxing evening.

This morning, check out of your hotel and enjoy a private transfer to the Eastern Townships. En route, stop in one of the charming towns along the way for a delightful village lunch. Upon arrival at the Manoir Hovey, a distinguished Relais & Châteaux retreat in the countryside, unwind with a drink on your balcony overlooking Lake Massawippi. If you’re feeling active, consider a pontoon boat cruise on the lake, explore the waters with canoes or kayaks, play tennis on the lighted clay courts, or take a bike ride to enjoy the scenic surroundings of the resort.

Enjoy a leisurely morning in the countryside before meeting your local guide for a gastronomic adventure in the Eastern Townships. Visit a countryside café, explore the Brome County Historical Museum, and tour one of Canada’s oldest duck farms with gourmet tastings. Have a light picnic lunch by Brome Lake, followed by a relaxing pontoon boat ride. Finish with a visit to a local winery for a vineyard tour and varietal tastings paired with charcuterie. Return to your hotel for the rest of the day at your leisure.

In the morning, you have the option to choose between a three-hour drive or a scenic helicopter transfer to Quebec City, flying over the Saint Lawrence River, Old Québec City, and Orléans Island. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and get settled. In the afternoon, join your expert guide for a comprehensive tour of Quebec City. Explore the Parliament building's art collection, visit the Citadelle, stroll the fortifications, and visit The Plains of Abraham. Conclude your day with a dining experience at the hotel's delicious Relais Restaurant.

After breakfast, meet your driver-guide for a morning exploring the Beaupré Coast, a historic region known for its early European settlements and natural beauty. Visit Montmorency Falls, and take in the stunning views from the park's walking trails and cliff-side stairwell. Next, head to Île d'Orléans to explore its charming farming villages along the St. Lawrence River. Enjoy a gourmet lunch in a historic stone mill before returning to Quebec City to spend the rest of your day at leisure.

In the morning, check out of your hotel and drive north toward Charlevoix. Upon arrival, visit the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré. Hike to Canyon Sainte-Anne to admire the gorge and waterfall. Arrive at Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu which offers stunning views of the St. Lawrence River, drop off your bags, and enjoy lunch. In the evening, dine at one of Charlevoix’s renowned local restaurants.

The Charlevoix region and the Saguenay River are renowned for their stunning natural beauty and exceptional whale watching. Today, board a private zodiac for an intimate whale-watching adventure with a naturalist guide. Thousands of whales migrate to the area in summer, and you might see more than fifty whales on a single trip. The small zodiac offers a closer, more personal experience compared to larger boats. On your last night, enjoy dinner at the Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu and unwind with a massage after a day of hiking and boating.

This morning, following breakfast at your hotel, you will be transferred to the airport in time for your flight.