Best of Quebec

Day One

We depart this morning for Quebec City! This gorgeous metropolis is a slice of Europe, and we can't wait to explore with you. Enjoy delightful accommodation just outside the gates.

Day Two

This morning, a local guide joins us for a tour of the city, including Upper and Lower Town. Enjoy free time for lunch and browsing in Old Quebec before we board the coach for a scenic drive into the Charlevoix region. The scenery is exceptional, with the mountains and the St. Lawrence River both in view. After a stop in the scenic town of Baie St. Paul, we soon arrive in the town of La Malbaie, where we spend two nights. Relax and enjoy the lovely grounds and ambiance. An optional excursion will be available this evening to a beautiful nearby casino, perched high atop a cliff beside the St. Lawrence River.

Day Three

Make sure you have your camera ready today as we travel into the heart of the Charlevoix Region for a cruise on the St. Lawrence. A haven for whales, we're sure to make several spottings. The breathtaking views of the cliffs, river, and the clear blue water are unforgettable. We return to our resort and enjoy an elegant dinner in the hotel's award-winning restaurant.

Day Four

This morning we visit the unique Maritime Museum where we get a taste for the area's maritime heritage. This former shipyard explains the lost art of wooden shipbuilding. Afterwards, we head into Sainte Anne de Beaupre, a charming town that sits along the Saint Lawrence River. Take in the gorgeous Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré, one of the eight national shrines of Canada. We arrive in Quebec City later in the day to enjoy free time.

Day Five

This morning we enjoy a trip around Ile d'Orleans, an island much like Martha's Vineyard. We visit Manoir Mauvide-Genest, and enjoy an included lunch at an old mill. We then travel to Montreal, where a farewell dinner is included at our favourite restaurant in the heart of Old Montreal. As we enjoy our last evening in "La Belle Province", Quebec's "joie de vivre" will be evident everywhere you turn.

Day Six

We return home today with a lifetime of memories of this spectacular vacation. Our arrival home will be early evening.