Itinerary
- Day 1
Montreal
You'll arrive in Montreal and have the evening to yourself. The city has this interesting mix of old European charm and modern energy, so there's plenty to wander around and get a feel for the place. The holiday decorations will be up, so it's a good time to walk the streets and soak in the festive vibe without any scheduled activities.
Optional Activities
- Explore Montreal independently
- Visit Christmas markets in Montreal (Thursday to Sunday throughout holiday season)
Landmarks/POIs Montreal - Day 2
Montreal
A guided tour takes you through Montreal's main highlights. You'll head to Mount Royal for views over the city, see Jacques Cartier Square, walk past McGill University, and explore the Underground City with its shops and corridors. After that, there's time to browse the Christmas market before meeting the group for a welcome dinner.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner with fellow travelers)
Included Activities
- Festive city tour of Montreal including Jacques Cartier Square, McGill University, and the Underground City
- Visit Mount Royal for spectacular city views
- Browse Montreal Christmas market
Optional Activities
- Free time for lunch in Old Montreal
Landmarks/POIs Jacques Cartier Square McGill University Underground City (Montreal) Mount Royal Old Montreal - Day 3
Montreal to Quebec City
You'll travel northeast toward Quebec City, which is really the center of French heritage in Canada. Once there, you explore the Old Town, which is on the UNESCO list. The cobblestone streets and 17th-century buildings create that holiday storybook feeling, and dinner with your fellow travelers happens in this historic setting.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner at a restaurant in Old Town)
Included Activities
- Travel to Quebec City
Optional Activities
- Free time to explore Old Town (UNESCO)
Landmarks/POIs Quebec City Old Town (Vieux-Québec) - Day 4
Quebec City
A local guide leads you through Quebec City's holiday traditions and historic locations, including Chateau Frontenac. The afternoon is free time, so you can check out the German Christmas market and enjoy the festive decorations and atmosphere at your own pace.
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Quebec City with local guide featuring historic sites and Quebecois holiday traditions
- View Chateau Frontenac
Optional Activities
- Browse Quebec City's German Christmas market
- Free time for afternoon exploration
Landmarks/POIs Chateau Frontenac Quebec City German Christmas Market - Day 5
Quebec City
This morning starts with a hands-on workshop where you'll learn to make Buche de Noel, the traditional Christmas cake. You'll practice rolling chocolate sponge, filling it with mousse, and decorating with buttercream. After that, you'll spend the rest of the day walking through Old Town with its holiday lights, hitting the Christmas markets, and taking in the festive energy.
Included Activities
- Workshop: Learn to create a traditional Bûche de Noël (Yule log dessert)
Optional Activities
- Wander through enchanting streets of Old Quebec
- Browse Christmas markets
- Sample seasonal treats and beverages
Landmarks/POIs Old Quebec - Day 6
Quebec City to Montreal
Breakfast happens at a sugar shack in the Quebec countryside where you'll learn how maple syrup is made and try regional foods including maple taffy poured on snow. From there, you'll visit Montmorency Falls before heading back to Montreal. Later, there's free time for shopping and browsing holiday markets, then the group gathers for a farewell dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at a local sugar shack in the Quebec countryside), Dinner (Farewell dinner celebrating the festive adventure)
Included Activities
- Breakfast at a local sugar shack in the Quebec countryside
- Learn about maple syrup-making traditions
- Sample traditional maple syrup foods
- Try maple taffy on snow
- Visit Montmorency Falls
Optional Activities
- Visit holiday markets for shopping
Landmarks/POIs Montmorency Falls - Day 7
Tour End
Your trip concludes today. You'll head out with memories of the holiday season in Montreal and Quebec City.
