The Montreal and Québec City Christmas Markets await you.
This is the Christmas fondly remembered, from years gone by. The outdoor markets with hand-made wooden toys, ornaments and local crafts. The sound of carolers, brass bands and horse-drawn wagons clip-clopping their way on the snow-dusted cobblestones. The beautifully decorated town squares are lined with glowing Christmas trees. Enjoy a bratwurst, pretzel, or gingerbread cookie. All of this and a cup of hot chocolate will warm your heart as it did when you were a child.
The Traveling Professor proudly presents the Montréal & Québec City Christmas Markets, full of nostalgia and holiday spirit. Top hotels, a delightful itinerary, fully guided with plenty of opportunity to shop and explore on your own. This is the way to celebrate the yuletide season. It’s here, waiting just for you.
Québec City: Le Château Frontenac is one of the most historic hotels in the world. A short guided tour tells the tales tales of royalty, tycoons, movie stars, and heads of state who stayed at this gilded age lodge. A private coach tour into the countryside reveals gigantic waterfalls and scenery only to be found in this part of the world. We plan a visit to Cidrerie Verger Bilodeau for holiday treats made from local produce. Enjoy a delightful lunch on Île d'Orléans overlooking Québec City. Round out the day with a visit to Le Grand Marché de Québec, the largest indoor market in the city, full of Christmas spirit and holiday cheer. The next day, after a bountiful breakfast, enjoy a delightful walking tour of the city. The rest of the day is yours so browse the four Québec Christmas Markets, all of them close to the hotel. On our last day, enjoy breakfast again, then get ready for a scenic train journey to Montréal.
Montréal: Dramatically arrive in Montréal Gare Centrale in the late afternoon. Check in to our rooms then head over to the majestic Notre-Dame Basilica of Montréal for an glittering holiday light show. The next day is a private coach tour to the surrounding areas to see markets, Mount Royal, the Olympic Stadium and the neighborhoods of this fascinating city. The Montreal Christmas Markets are a wonderful way to spend a holiday afternoon or evening.
Scenic Train: Reserved business class seat train transportation between Québec City and Montréal. On board lunch and refreshements included.