Flavours of French Canada

Arrival in Montréal

On arrival in Montréal, make your way to your hotel and take the afternoon to unwind and settle in after your flight. Enjoy a leisurely stroll nearby or relax at a café, soaking in the city’s vibrant atmosphere. As evening falls, consider a gentle introduction to the city with a walk through Old Montréal, where cobblestone streets, historic architecture, and charming boutiques provide the perfect first taste of the city’s unique character.

Montréal - Sightseeing

Start your day exploring the highlights of Montréal at a relaxed pace. Take in the sweeping views from Mont Royal, the green heart of the city, and wander through the bustling streets of Old Montréal, discovering landmarks such as the Notre-Dame Basilica and the scenic Old Port. Enjoy the city’s lively café culture or browse local shops before a leisurely lunch. In the afternoon, explore Plateau Mont-Royal, known for its colourful murals, boutique stores, and vibrant atmosphere. Wrap up the day with a stroll along the St. Lawrence River, enjoying the sunset over the water as the city lights begin to twinkle.

Overnight: Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth

Montréal to the Eastern Townships

Collect your hire car from downtown and leave the buzz of Montréal behind as you journey east into the peaceful Eastern Townships, known for their rolling hills, vineyards and charming villages. En route, you may wish to pause in Bromont to visit its quaint chocolate museum, or sample vintages at L’Orpailleur Winery in nearby Dunham. Continue to Sherbrooke, the region’s principal city, where the Musée des Beaux-Arts showcases an impressive collection of Québec art, with a special emphasis on local artists. Time permitting, make a stop in Magog to join a scenic lake cruise, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks often snow-capped well into the spring.

Explore Eastern Townships

Enjoy a full day immersed in the charm of the Eastern Townships. Begin your morning with a tranquil visit to the Abbey of Saint-Benoît-du-Lac, beautifully set on the shores of Lake Memphremagog. Here, the monks are known for their artisanal cheeses and ciders a perfect place to sample local flavours. If you feel, continue to the lakeside towns of Magog or North Hatley for a leisurely stroll, boutique browsing, or perhaps a relaxed lunch overlooking the water. In the afternoon, add a touch of adventure with a visit to Parc de la Gorge de Coaticook Park, where a dramatic canyon and one of the world’s longest pedestrian suspension bridges offer breathtaking views and a memorable walk-through nature.

Eastern Townships to Québec City

Leave the rolling hills of the Eastern Townships behind as you journey north to the heart of French Canada Québec City, the historic and cultural capital of la Belle Province. On arrival, step back in time as you explore Vieux-Québec (Old Québec), a UNESCO World Heritage site brimming with European charm. Wander cobblestone streets lined with artisan boutiques, cafés with a Parisian flair, leafy parks, and elegant monuments. Admire the fortified city walls the only ones of their kind in North America and soak up the seventeenth-century architecture that defines this enchanting city. Spend the afternoon strolling the Plains of Abraham, once the site of historic battles, now a sweeping green space with panoramic river views.

Overnight: Fairmont le Chateau Frontenac

Québec City

Spend a full day exploring the richness of Québec City at your leisure, where history, culture, and gastronomy come together in a unique blend. Begin with a stroll through the Latin Quarter taking in historic landmarks such as the Ramparts, Château Frontenac, Citadelle, and Place-Royale, before glimpsing the vibrant modern side of the city.

Overnight: Fairmont le Chateau Frontenac

Québec City to Baie-Saint-Paul

Today, set out on a gastronomic journey to Baie-Saint-Paul, nestled in the heart of Québec’s Charlevoix region, renowned as the province’s “Flavour Trail.” Along the way, take a moment to visit the Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré Shrine, a stunning landmark and place of pilgrimage. Arrive in Baie-Saint-Paul, a town celebrated for its artisanal foods from crisp ciders and traditionally brewed beers to local cheeses, chocolates, and organic meats. Take your time to explore the scenic surroundings, whose dramatic landscapes have inspired generations of artists. Immerse yourself in the town’s vibrant cultural life, with its eclectic mix of museums, galleries, gourmet restaurants, and intimate cafés. A stroll along Rue Saint-Jean-Baptiste reveals one of Canada’s richest concentrations of art galleries, offering a chance to appreciate local talent and perhaps take home a unique piece as a memento of your day. This combination of culinary delights, artistic heritage, and natural beauty makes for an inspiring and memorable journey through Charlevoix.

Overnight: Hotel Le Germain Charlevoix

Baie-Saint-Paul to Quebec City

Today you will return to Quebec City. Your tour ends in Quebec City upon returning your rental car.