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Once called New France, the birthplace of kanata is rich in history, culture and
fine Québec cuisine. Pretend it is August 13, 1535 and you are Jacques Cartier
arriving at what is now Québec City. As the only walled city in North America,
it is now a World Heritage Site. Scout the Plains of Abraham and imagine the
great battle between the British and French. Explore quaint villages and tour
the Laurentian Mountains. In Montréal, meander through the historic areas of the
city: the universities, religious buildings and old port facilities. This is a
delightful and distinctively different cultural experience!
TOUR FEATURES
5 nights accommodation, Montréal City Tour, boat cruise from Montréal, Québec
City Tour, VIA 1 - First Class Rail Service, 1 meal onboard VIA, gratuities on
included meals, transfers to VIA station.
DAY 01
Upon arrival in Montréal, transfer on your own to your selected downtown hotel.
Overnight in Montréal.
DAY 02
A morning tour of Montréal acquaints you with the world's second-largest French
speaking city. Admission is included to the Pointe-a-Calliere, Montréal Museum
of Archaeology and History. The remainder of your day is free to shop and
explore. Wander old Montréal, famous for wining and dining. Overnight in
Montréal.
DAY 03
A day excursion on Le Bateau-Mouche, based at the Jacques Cartier Pier in the
Old Port of Montréal. After a fully-guided tour of the Old Port, passing by the
birthplace of Montréal and the historic locks of the Lachine Canal, the boat
heads upstream against rapids that stopped the first European explorers over 400
years ago. Overnight in Montréal.
DAY 04
An early morning motorcoach tour from Montréal follows the St. Lawrence River to
the "Ancient Capital", Québec City. The only walled city in North America,
Montréal City boasts "old world" charm. Enjoy a Québec City tour before arriving
at your hotel for a two night stay.
DAY 05
Today is yours to enjoy the charm of Québec, the cradle of French culture in
North America. Walk the Plains of Abraham where the fate of North America was
decided in 1759. Enjoy sidewalk cafes and outdoor displays by Québec artists,
all set among 400 years of history. Overnight in Québec City.
DAY 06
Board VIA Rail's First Class service to Montréal to end your tour.
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This tour is also available from Toronto and includes one additional overnight.
Added to the tour is a first night stay in Toronto, followed by travel the next
day onboard VIA Rail's First Class Service to Montréal (lunch included onboard).
Upon arrival in Montréal, begin the Flavour of Montréal itinerary above.
The tour concludes with a transfer from your hotel to the Québec City airport
and a flight through Montréal to Toronto. (See Toronto departures).
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