Discovery Tour of the City & Lunch Cruise
This combined excursion will give you the best of both worlds! A discovery tour of Old Québec by foot (the first North American city to be included on UNESCO's prestigious world heritage list) and an afternoon cruise on the majestic St. Lawrence River. Take a step back in time and visit the only walled city north of Mexico. This enclave of cobbled lanes and winding streets weaves together monuments, museums, churches, shops and outdoor cafes. The tour gives an overlook of the Fortifications, the Petit‐Champlain (oldest commercial district in North America) and Place Royale (the birthplace of the city).
Jump on board for a nice lunch cruise. This excursion is a rendezvous with history and a simple lesson in geography. Feel the breeze and admire the landscape. (Cruise duration 1.5 hour) After the tour you will have time to explore the boutiques, restaurants and hidden charms of Old Québec. Shoppers will be delighted by the excellent selection of antiques, local art and specialty goods available within walking distance. The tour begins at your hotel and ends at Place Royale and includes a ride in the funicular, a safe, inclined cable railway that links Upper Town to Lower Town. Available on: Friday, July 15 – 10:00 am to 2:30 pm Price is $114.65 CAD per person, inclusive of taxes & gratuities and includes: Certified guide / Lunch Cruise / One non‐alcoholic drink / One‐way funicular ride Recommended attire: Comfortable walking shoes Light comfortable clothing Sunscreen, hat, etc. Please note: The tour will take place rain or shine.
Discovery Tour of the City & Afternoon River Cruise
This combined excursion will give you the best of both worlds! A discovery tour of Old Québec by foot (the first North American city to be included on UNESCO's prestigious world heritage list) and an afternoon cruise on the majestic St. Lawrence River. Take a step back in time and visit the only walled city north of Mexico. This enclave of cobbled lanes and winding streets weaves together monuments, museums, churches, shops and outdoor cafes. The tour gives an overlook of the Fortifications, the Petit‐Champlain (oldest commercial district in North America) and Place Royale (the birthplace of the city).
Jump on board for a nice afternoon cruise. This excursion is a rendezvous with history and a simple lesson in geography. Feel the breeze and admire the landscape. (Cruise duration 1.5 hour) After the tour you will have time to explore the boutiques, restaurants and hidden charms of Old Québec. Shoppers will be delighted by the excellent selection of antiques, local art and specialty goods available within walking distance. The tour begins at your hotel and ends at Place Royale and includes a ride in the funicular, a safe, inclined cable railway that links Upper Town to Lower Town. Available on: Friday, July 15 – 12:00 pm to 4:30 pm Price is $88.51 CAD per person, inclusive of taxes & gratuities and includes: Certified guide / Afternoon Cruise / One non‐alcoholic drink / One‐way funicular ride Recommended attire: Comfortable walking shoes Light comfortable clothing Sunscreen, hat, etc. Please note: The tour will take place rain or shine.
Fancy Tapas Cooking Lesson
For those who have ever wondered how a master chef prepares the culinary wonders guests enjoy, this activity will allow participants to become a chef's apprentice and prepare their own fine cuisine. The lesson will focus mainly on the preparation of fancy tapas. Come discover this fabulous cooking, mixology and wine tasting school located in the heart of the Nouvo Quartier Saint‐Roch. The team, composed of passionate employees, share the same value: the joy of making people happy! During your cooking lesson you will learn to prepare 5 varieties of salted tapas and 1 sweet tapas. Once this part is over you will have time to savour your creations. Available on: Saturday, July 16 – 10:30 am to 2:00 pm Price is $258.26 CAD per person, inclusive of taxes & gratuities and includes: Escort / Mini coach transportation / Cooking lesson (12 pieces + 2 glasses of wine) / All material Recommended attire: Light comfortable clothing Please note: Participant’s food allergies and/or dietary restrictions are required upon registration.
Flavor Trail of the Island of Orleans
This gourmet tour will introduce you to the culture and the history of the region's first settlers. The Island of Orleans, classified as a historical district, is located in the middle of the St. Lawrence River. Let yourself be enchanted by its beauty, its tradition and pastoral, seasonal rhythms. Leaving the heart of Québec City, you will stop at the Montmorency Fall where a cable car ride will take you to the top. The fall is a true discovery with its impressive waterfalls of 83 metre (272 feet) high and centuries of history! Afterwards you will be lead on the beautiful and historic Island of Orleans where stops will be made to discover and taste local products. ‐ A vineyard, hectares of land that lays on the shore of the St. Lawrence River. ‐ Apple Orchard, a bio‐certified farm operation located on a 15 hectares estate is composed of an ancestral home, a 4,000‐tree apple orchard, ducks and geese, a cider house, a vinegar factory, and an interpretation centre with an open kitchen for processing homegrown products. ‐ Lunch will be served in a Country Inn located on the Island. Available on: Friday, July 15 & Saturday, July 16 – 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Price is $161.79 CAD per person, inclusive of taxes & gratuities and includes: Certified guide / Mini coach transportation / One‐way cable car ride / Entrance fees / Sample tasting / 3 course lunch with a glass of wine Recommended attire: Comfortable walking shoes Light comfortable clothing Sunscreen, hat, etc. Please note: The tour will take place rain or shine.
Panoramic Bicycle Ride on the South Shore
Discover the old city’s history and the charms of the south shore of Québec while enjoying a smooth bicycle ride with an expert guide. Admire new point of views of the river; get acquainted with its characteristics and its role in the history. This beautiful healthy ride will start off in the Old Port of Québec, transfer to the shop by mini coach, where you will get your bicycle attire before heading towards the ferryboat for a 15 minutes river crossing. The rest of the activity will take place on the south shore offering a fabulous view of the city of Québec. The distance on your bike is 13 miles. At the end of the bicycle ride, you will again take the ferryboat to go back to Old Québec. From there, you will enjoy the easy walk to "Petit Champlain" street from where you will take the Funicular (cable car which links Lower Town to Upper Town) to head back to the hotel. Available on: Thursday, July 14 & Friday, July 15 – 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm Price is $164.40 CAD per person, inclusive of taxes & gratuities and includes: Escort / One‐way mini coach transfer / Bicycle rental with helmet & lock / Ferryboat ride / Bottle of water / Dry snack / One‐way funicular ride Recommended attire: Sport shoes Light comfortable clothing Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, etc. Please note: The activity will take place rain or shine. Participant’s gender and height are required upon registration.
Sea‐kayaking on the St. Lawrence River
Put on your bathing suit, grab your oar and jump on your boat for an unforgettable sea‐kayaking excursion on the magestic St. Lawrence River. This package is an opportunity to discover sea‐kayaking in a relaxed and safe atmosphere, including views of Québec City and the Island of Orleans. The activity is accessible to all levels and an introductory demonstration of sea‐kayaking skills is held before we begin. Following the activity, crêpes with maple syrup will be served to everyone! What a treat! Available on: Thursday, July 14 & Saturday, July 16 – 1:00 pm to 5:30 pm Price is $165.66 CAD per person, inclusive of taxes & gratuities and includes: Escort / Mini coach transportation / Kayak and equipment / Safety gear / Guides on the St. Lawrence River / Bottle of water / Sweet treat Recommended attire: Water shoes or water sandals Light comfortable clothing Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, etc. Please note: The activity will take place rain or shine.
Via Ferrata & Zip‐line at Canyon Ste‐Anne
Discover a thrilling and magical environment just 45 minutes away from Québec City. This great nature outing pleases a wide range of people. An activity designed for the thrill‐seekers! Enjoy a unique excursion to the Canyon Ste‐Anne providing exhilarating views and a vertical perspective you may not have thought possible. An exciting array of activities, including two Via Ferrata courses and a zip‐line descent, await you. First: Via Ferrate courses.‘’Via Ferrata’’ is Italian for ‘’Iron Way’’, a climbing route with permanent fixed cables for protection and metal ladder rungs to ease your movement over rock. This awesome experience is for guests of all abilities with no climbing experience necessary. Second: Experience the next best thing to flying with a thrilling zip‐line adventure! A zip‐line consists of a pulley suspended on a cable mounted on an incline. They are designed to enable a user propelled by gravity to traverse from the top to the bottom of the inclined cable, by holding on or attaching to the freely moving pulley. Safely glide high over the Canyon (60 meters high) and 50 meters long. An unforgettable thrill! Professional guides accompany each group and work to familiarize each participant with the equipment and safety procedures involved to make your visit a perfect gateway. Available on: Thursday, July 14 & Saturday, July 16 – 12:00 pm to 5:30 pm Price is $224.11 CAD per person, inclusive of taxes & gratuities and includes: Escort / Mini coach transportation / Activity fees / All equipment / Professional guide / Box lunch / Two bottles of water / Dry snack Recommended attire: Sport shoes or comfortable closed shoes / Light comfortable clothing / Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, etc. Small backpack or string backbag to carry bottle of water No jewelry / Tie long hair Please note: The activity will take place rain or shine. Weight restriction: 220 lbs & maximum waistline for Harness: 40’’ and 27’’ for thighs. Participants need to be in good shape.
Visit of the Citadel of Québec
Come and visit the Governor General Residence combined with a guided visit of the Citadel of Québec! A great introduction to Québec’s history and military life! Governor General Residence Located in the heart of the Citadel of Québec and overlooking the majestic St. Lawrence River, this splendid heritage structure has served as the second official home and workplace of Canada’s governors general since 1872. Citadel of Québec Located atop Cap Diamant, the Citadel constitutes the eastern flank of Québec's fortifications. Inspired by it, romantic writers have called Québec the "Gibraltar of America". In 1820, the construction of the Citadel began; and it lasted for more than 30 years. The star‐shaped plan of the Citadel is characteristic of Vauban fortifications. The continued presence of the Royal 22e Regiment at the Citadel since 1920 makes it the largest fortified group of buildings still occupied by troops in North America. Available on: Thursday, July 14 & Friday, July 15 – 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm Price is $59.27 CAD per person, inclusive of taxes & gratuities and includes: Certified guide / Entrance fees Recommended attire: Comfortable walking shoes Light comfortable clothing Sunscreen, hat, etc. Please note: The tour will take place rain or shine.
White Water Rafting
The white water rafting center, located only 45 minutes North of Québec City, is surrounded by lush mountains and clean sparkling rivers. The Jacques‐Cartier River crisscrosses the breathtaking expanse of wild, mountainous uplands fractured by steep‐sided valleys. Here, we have planned a rafting descent down the Jacques‐Cartier River ‐ sure to thrill beginners and experts alike. Once everyone has been properly outfitted and the safety orientation complete, it will be time to discover "nature's roller coaster". As your river guide skillfully maneuvers your raft through class 3 and 4 rapids, you will experience the exhilaration of white water rafting on one of Québec's most exciting rivers. During the first part of the adventure, while the river is still relatively calm, your guide will provide instructions on paddling techniques. The rafting is participatory, so get ready to paddle! Available on: Thursday, July 14 – 11:30 am to 5:30 pm & Saturday, July 16 – 11:00 am to 5:00 pm Price is $237.33 CAD per person, inclusive of taxes & gratuities and includes: Escort / Mini coach transportation / 3 hour rafting / All equipment / Professional river guide / Kayak security patroller / Dry snack / One towel / Box lunch Recommended attire: Bathing suit Change of clothe Waterproof sunscreen, sunglasses, etc. No jewelry / Tie long hair Please note: The activity will take place rain or shine. Participants must weight a minimum of 90 pounds, must be 12 years old or older and must be in good health and know how to swim. Depending of the water level, the activity may take place in another section of the river.