7 DAY MAGIC OF CANADA - MONTREAL &
QUEBEC CITY
ITINERARY:
DAY 1, Wednesday - Arrival in Montreal and Welcome Dinner
Arrive in Montreal and transfer independently to the hotel.
This evening, meet your group for a welcome dinner.
Overnight: Montreal Meals: Dinner
DAY 2, Thursday - City tour and Biodome
This morning, enjoy a panoramic bus tour of Olympic Park,
located in the Hochelaga-Maisonneuve district. See several
impressive structures designed by the famous French architect
Roger Taillibert, including the Olympic Stadium with its ovoid
shape and distinctive "ribbed" look, and the two pyramidal
towers of the Olympic Village. Visit the Montreal Biodome, which
features a self-sustaining complex of four North and South
American ecosystems. Later, visit the Montreal Botanical Gardens
- the world's second largest botanical garden. Enjoy the
afternoon at leisure to explore the city on your own before
rejoining the group for dinner at a traditional Montréalaise
restaurant
Overnight: Montreal Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 3, Friday - Full Day Culinary Tour
Begin your experience of Montreal's culinary diversity with
a sampling of the new trends and tasty traditions of Old
Montreal, before trying an exotic treat on the bustling streets
of Chinatown. Continue to the colorful Saint-Laurent Boulevard
and discover a smorgasbord of shops and eateries featuring local
favorites like poutine, bagels and smoked meat. Afterwards,
you're off to the open-air Jean-Talon Market, the biggest of its
kind in North America, to savor a luxuriant cornucopia of fresh
produce grown by local farmers. Return via the trendy
Saint-Denis Street for a glimpse of some of the hottest dining
spots in town. Enjoy the evening at leisure on your own
Overnight: Montreal Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4, Saturday - Depart for Quebec City and High Tea
Enjoy breathtaking views of the Canadian countryside on your
way to Quebec City. After checking into your hotel, experience
High Tea at the luxurious Chateau Frontenac, one of Quebec's
grandest symbol. Enjoy tea, cakes, and sandwiches while admiring
the decor of this former castle and residence of the first
governor of the province. Overnight: Quebec City
Meals: Breakfast, Reception
DAY 5, Sunday - Quebec City tour and Cooking Class
This morning get acquainted with your surroundings on a
guided city tour that includes a stop at the Citadel, where you
will learn the cross-cultural history of the First Nations
people, French, English and Americans. Explore the cherished
sites and sounds of Quebec's Old City, including the Notre-Dame
de Québec Cathedral, the Plains of Abraham, and the National
Assembly. This afternoon, the funicular will take you to the
Historic Old Port for a cooking class on traditional Quebecois
cuisine at Les Artistes de la Table. Under the direction of an
accredited chef, you will execute the recipes in paired groups,
where you can observe the work of others and exchange notes
throughout the process. Since the class is a combination of
demonstration and participation, with the latter strongly
emphasized, feel free to ask questions as you prepare each
course, as inquiries are welcomed by the chef and are an
important part of the culinary process. The class menu features
an array of French-Canadian specialties including Marinated
Quebec Lake Trout, Sautéed Duck Foie Gras, Duck Magrets, and
Maple Soufflé. Afterwards, relax for an late lunch with a glass
of wine and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Overnight:
Quebec City Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 6, Monday - Montmorency Falls and Ste-Anne-de-Beaupre
Today, climb aboard a cable car to visit the Parc de la
chute-Montmorency, one of Quebec's premier natural sites. The
high-flying cable car takes you to the top of Montmorency Falls,
offering a spectacular view of the cascading falls, the St.
Lawrence River, and Île d'Orléans below. From here, visit the
Basilica of Ste-Anne-de-Beaupre. Surmounted by a vast pyramidal
dome with divine lighting, the church is an important Catholic
sanctuary, visited by an estimated 500,000 pilgrims each year.
The basilica grounds contain a wooded hillside and memorial
chapel. Tonight, enjoy a fabulous farewell dinner at a local
restaurant. Overnight: Quebec City
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 7, Tuesday - Return Home
After breakfast, transfer independently to the Quebec City
airport for your return flight home. Meals: Breakfast
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Forming the cradle of French civilization in North America,
Montreal and Quebec City are "must-see," cities that blend the
old and new in a delicate fashion. This package boasts an
irresistible invitation to the fascinating history and modern
attractions of two of Canada's World Heritage jewels. On this
getaway, enjoy a tour of the Montreal Biodome and world-famous
Botanical Gardens, as well as a full-day culinary romp through
Old Montreal. In Quebec City, stay within walking distance of
all the major sites, shops, and sidewalk cafes in the heart of
the historic district. Fusing old world charm with the breath of
modernity, French flair and gourmet cuisine, Montreal and Quebec
City offer all the air and excitement of the metropolitan, all
the while maintaining the freshness of Canada's inspiring
scenery.
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INCLUSIONS |
- 3 nights at Chateau Versailles Hotel in Montreal
- 3 nights at the Hotel Manoir Victoria in Quebec City
- 6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners, 1 Reception
- Tour Director throughout
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HIGHLIGHTS |
- Small Groups
- Take a panoramic tour of Montreal, followed by a visit
to the Biodome
- Enjoy a culinary tour of Montreal
- Ride a cable car to the top of Montmorency Falls
- Take a cooking class on French-Canadian cuisine
- Partake in High Tea at the Chateau Frontenac
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2008 DEPARTURE DATES & RATES |
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| Aug 13 |
$2,649 |
Price does not include airfare & tips to Tour Manager
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