Day 1 Montreal | Arrival
Upon your arrival in Montreal, transfer by private vehicle to the fabulous boutique hotel in historic but trendy Old Port district of Montreal. Spend the rest of the day at leisure to enjoy the sights and nightlife of Montreal. Montreal offers a fascinating mix of both the French and English cultures. Some of the finest shopping and dining in North America awaits you.
Day 2 Montreal | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 3 Excursions
Today you can personalize your day by choosing one of these shared small group excursions
Option 1. Montreal Half Day Sightseeing | Shared Small Group Tour
Enjoy a fully guided driving tour to all the "must see" areas of Montréal such as Mont Royal, Old Montréal, and the city's picturesque riverfront.
Option 2. Walking Tour of Old Montreal | Shared Small Group Tour
Explore the winding cobblestone streets of Old Montréal on a guided walking tour. Travel back in time to Fort Ville-Marie in 1642, to today’s modern city and find out more about all the eras that shaped Montréal
Option 3. Beyond the Market Food Walking Tour | Shared Small Group Tour
The city’s best food tour takes you to at least 6 of your local guide’s
favourite eateries and watering holes. From artisanal charcuteries to
thirst quenching craft beers, discover the surrounding areas of Jean-
Talon, our largest food market on our walking tour!
Day 3 Montreal to North Hatley | Private Tour
This morning enjoy a private tour of the Eastern Townships, ending at Manoir Hovey. A region of lush rolling hills named for its location east of Montreal, the Eastern Townships ("Estrie" in French), as they are generally called, occupy the southwest corner of the province along the US border. After the American Revolution, land parcels along the border were granted to Loyalists fleeing the US. The towns and villages these first settlers established reflect their New England heritage. After 1850 increasing numbers of French-speaking people moved into the region, and today its population is predominantly Francophone. On your tour, explore small towns such as Sherbrooke, the principal city of the townships. The Musee des Beaux Arts (admission not included) exhibits a fine collection of Quebec Art, focusing on the Eastern Townships. Arrive into Manoir Hovey, located on Lake Massawippi just outside one of Quebec’s most picturesque villages – North Hatley. Manoir Hovey is truly one of Canada's most charming and romantic inns offering lakeside seclusion, luxury with haute cuisine on 1800 feet of prime lakeshore. The Manor was built at the turn of the century as a private estate modeled after George Washington's Mount Vernon home. Since 1950, Hovey Manor has been a prestigious resort inn offering everything right on site for a complete vacation year-round. Enjoy your stay in a Treetop Suite, an elegant county cottage perched on a cliff overlooking the Manoir. (Dinner included today)
Days 4 North Hatley | At Leisure
We have left your time to be at leisure to enjoy the many activities that Manoir Hovey offers, be it an optional private guided tour of the region’s wineries and cheesemakers, a fishing excursion or soaring on a bicycle through the treetops, a cultural event or a night walk through an enchanted forest, the lodge will find the activity that matches your desires. Or you can simply relax and treat yourself to a massage or facial, enjoy a morning outdoor yoga class, or rent a kayak to explore Lake Massawippi. (Breakfast & dinners included during your stay)
Day 5 Manoir Hovey to Quebec City | Private Transfer
After breakfast, transfer by private vehicle to Quebec City. Following the St. Lawrence River, pass from city suburbs to the rural landscapes of forests and rich pastures, dotted with tiny villages that extend to Quebec City. Auberge Saint Antoine is located in the heart of the Quebec City's Old-Port, facing the majestic St. Lawrence River, a few steps away from the ramparts, the museums, and the bustling streets of le Petit Champlain. More than a boutique hotel, Auberge Saint-Antoine is a window on Quebec City’s past. Hundreds of artifacts from both the French and English regimes were discovered during an extensive archaeological dig on the property and are now on display for guests to enjoy. The day is free to discover Quebec City. As you explore the winding side streets, on foot or in a horse-drawn carriage, the romance of the city will enrapture you. It's the only fortified city in North America, and history comes alive as you stroll through its oldest neighbourhoods and tour its museums and historical sites. (Breakfast included today)
Day 6 Quebec City | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 3 Excursions
Today you can personalize your day by choosing one of these shared small group excursions
Option 1. Rendezvous with History Quebec City | Shared Small Group Tour
This is your chance to visit history first hand. The Latin Quarter, Plains
of Abraham, Ramparts, world famous Château Frontenac, National
Assembly, Basilica, City Hall, Place-Royale, Citadelle and a glimpse of
modern Quebec City are the perfect introduction to the city.
Option 2. A Fabulous Country Tour | Shared Small Group Tour
Travel back in time to rural Quebec along the Chemin du Roy to Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré, pass through the many traditional villages of rural Québec. In Sainte-Annede- Beaupré, you will be given time to visit the world famous Shrine and a stop at the Montmorency Falls. Just as you think your day is over, you will be treated to a short visit on the Island of Orléans, discovered by Jacques Cartier in 1535, where the picturesque village of Sainte-Pétronille, with its 19th century rural atmosphere, waits to be rediscovered again.
Option 3. Foodie Walking Tour of Quebec City | Shared Small Group Tour
Throughout the years, the food of Quebec has been influenced by
Amerindian, British and French cuisines. The Food Tours offer the
opportunity to discover these different culinary and cultural traditions.
Treat yourself to a behind the scene experience of Quebec City,
discovering its gastronomy and culinary history by taking part in five
exclusive tasting presentations.
Day 7 Quebec | Departure
It’s now the end of your Quebec and Eastern Townships adventure, and we’ve capped it off with a private transfer to Quebec City Airport.
