Hotel 71

The Cultures of Québec

Wildlife & Nature Culture & History + 1 more + 2 more

Whales & riverside towns from Montréal to Saguenay.

12 days

from £3,495 pp

Journey to the Polar Bears

Wildlife & Nature Off-the-beaten-track + 1 more + 2 more

Polar bears, sledge dogs & tundra rides through Canada’s north.

7 days

from £7,195 pp

Canadian Cowboy Adventure

Go Local Off-the-beaten-track + 3 more + 3 more

Exploring the cowboy ranches & wheat fields of Alberta.

15 days

from £3,390 pp

Canada Family Holiday

Family Wildlife & Nature + 2 more + 3 more

Bears, rafting, and family adventures through Canada.

13 days

from £3,790 pp

Canada Fall Colours Road Trip

Romantic Wildlife & Nature + 1 more + 2 more

Autumn colours, scenic drives and coastal charm in eastern Canada.

14 days

from £2,995 pp

Cities of Eastern Canada

Classic Culture & History + 1 more + 2 more

A journey through Toronto, Ottawa, Montréal and Québec City.

10 days

from £3,495 pp

Quirky excursions

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Via Rail Corridor Service

The Corridor services operated by Canada’s national rail network shuttle between the eastern cities of Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal and Quebec. This offers a fantastic alternative to driving, giving you the opportunity to relax and take in the scenery as it whizzes past. Trains have large panoramic windows and offer either comfortable economy class seats or the more spacious business class seats, which also come with a complimentary meal, glass of wine, newspapers and tea/coffee. Power outlets for computers or other devices are available in both classes.

Québec City – Ideas for Free Time

Unsurprisingly, Québec City, like many other Canadian cities, is best explored on foot. Old Québec is compact and enchanting, making it easy to spend a day wandering the cobbled streets and exploring the art galleries and craft shops. In the lower town, vast murals adorn the sides of buildings in unexpected places, each telling a different story of the city. One standout is the enormous Fresque des Québécois on Place Royale, which features historic figures cleverly woven into an artwork that depicts key events in Québec’s history. The historic Quartier du Petit Champlain, the oldest shopping district in North America, is the perfect spot for an early morning coffee to soak up the atmosphere and pick up souvenirs before the crowds arrive. With a growing number of artisan food producers, this area is also a haven for foodies to sample fine local delicacies. Guided food tours are available for those wanting a deeper dive into the culinary scene. From the lower town, you can either tackle one of the 30 stairways that connect it to the upper level—such as the longest, with 398 steps—or take the funicular for a small fee. The walled upper town is dominated by the impressive Fairmont Château Frontenac Hotel. From the Terrasse Dufferin, which runs in front of the hotel, you can enjoy fantastic views of the lower city and the St. Lawrence River. This area also features elegant homes, artisan shops, and several prominent historical sites, including the Notre-Dame de Québec Cathedral and the Citadelle de Québec. The Citadel, an unusual star-shaped fortress, was built by the British and is still an active garrison today. Its museum is open daily, and guided tours reveal over 300 years of Québécois history.

Gourmet Walking Tour

Quebec is brimming with artisan food producers, many of whom draw upon French, English and American influences, making this a bit of a foodie heaven. This two-and-a-half hour excursion takes you on a journey through picturesque Saint-Jean, in the Upper Town, to meet the makers and learn about the different culinary traditions of the city. You will get to taste the typical local specialties from a variety of shops such as grocers, a chocolate factory, a microbrewery, restaurants and bakeries. You will be accompanied by a professional guide and stop at seven different venues to sample around 12 products overall.