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On this exciting Canadian winter vacation, join the fun and festive atmosphere at the world's largest winter carnival in Quebec City. Your Quebec Winter Carnival tour begins and ends in Montreal and includes overnights in Quebec City and Ottawa, Canada's capital.
In addition to sightseeing in Montreal, Quebec City, and Ottawa, Globus has included many fun and unique experiences on this Quebec Winter Carnival tour. Learn about Quebec's history over dinner at a traditional Sugar Shack, where you'll enjoy musical entertainment and a horse-drawn carriage ride. Visit North America's only Ice Hotel, where you'll learn how it was built and enjoy a cocktail served in one of the hotel's famous homemade ice glasses. During your free time at your included admission to Quebec's winter carnival, admire the snow sculptures at the international competition; enjoy the night parades; participate in numerous winter activities, such as ice skating or snow slides; and soak up the enchanting and joyous atmosphere that can only be enjoyed at Quebec's winter carnival.
All of this and more, including a train ride from Montreal to Quebec City, are included on this fabulous tour to Quebec's winter carnival. It’s a vacation of a lifetime!
Highlights
MONTRÉAL Orientation tour with a Local Guide; Notre Dame Basilica; farewell dinner
VIA RAIL Train from Montréal to Québec
QUÉBEC CITY Dinner and entertainment at a traditional Sugar Shack; horse-drawn buggy ride; sightseeing with a Local Guide; tour and drink at the Ice Hotel; admission to Québec Winter Carnival
OTTAWA Sightseeing
Tour itinerary
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Total meals included:
- 6 breakfasts, 2 dinners
ARRIVE IN MONTRÉAL
Day1
Welcome to Montréal! At 6 pm, meet your traveling companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming winter adventure!
MONTRÉAL–VIA RAIL–QUÉBEC CITY
Day2
Enjoy a morning orientation tour of Montréal with a Local Guide. Visit the NOTRE DAME BASILICA, the first church of the Gothic Revival style in Canada and the Old Seminary of St. Sulpice. Later, board VIA RAIL and travel through the countryside to Québec City, home to the world’s largest winter carnival. Founded in 1894, the carnival attracts thousands of visitors each year. This evening, learn more about Québec and its rich history over dinner at a traditional SUGAR SHACK, complete with musical entertainment and a horse-drawn BUGGY RIDE.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
QUÉBEC CITY
Day3
This morning, enjoy an included guided tour of Canada’s only walled city with a Local Guide. Afterward, visit North America’s only ICE HOTEL, Hotel de Glace. Take a tour to learn how the hotel was built and is maintained. There’s also time to admire the beautiful ice sculptures and sip on a frosty COCKTAIL served in one of the hotel’s famous homemade ice glasses. The remainder of the day is at leisure. You may wish to participate in winter activities such as ice skating, snowshoeing, and more. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for additional sightseeing, shopping, and dining.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
QUÉBEC CITY
Day4
Spend a full day on your own to explore more of QUÉBEC’S WINTER CARNIVAL. Your entrance fee gives you access to all events, which includes the International Snow Sculpture Competition, night parades, snow slides, shows, and numerous winter activities. You may even have the chance to meet the Carnival’s famous mascot, Bonhomme.
NOTE:Québec’s Winter Carnival activities vary from year to year. Your Tour Director will be able to confirm all activities that are available while you are in Québec.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
QUÉBEC CITY–OTTAWA
Day5
Travel to Canada’s capital city of Ottawa. Upon arrival, enjoy a sightseeing tour, seeing the Canadian Mint, the residences of the Governor General and Prime Minister, Parliament Hill, and the Rideau Canal. You’ll also stop at the city’s bustling Byward Market, where you may wish to try a Canadian specialty like a Beaver Tail, a pastry stretched out to the shape of a beaver tail with toppings added. This evening is at leisure to explore more of this vibrant city.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
OTTAWA–MONTRÉAL
Day6
There’s time this morning to explore more of Ottawa. You may wish to spend time at the National Gallery of Canada, shop for a favorite souvenir, or lace up a pair of skates and ice skate on the famous Rideau Canal (weather permitting). Return to Montréal this afternoon. Tonight, celebrate your winter adventure with a festive farewell dinner.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
MONTRÉAL
Day7
The tour ends this morning after breakfast with guests departing on individual schedules.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Extend your tour and see even more
On selected tours you can extend your time at the beginning or end of your holiday. To book your holiday with an extension, call us on 0330 0588 237 or speak to your travel agent.
Post tour
+3 days Toronto Extension
Total meals included:
- 3 breakfasts
MONTRÉAL–VIA RAIL– TORONTO.
Day1
This morning, board VIA RAIL and travel to Canada’s largest city, Toronto. The evening is free to explore.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
TORONTO.
Day2
Today is yours to enjoy. Join an optional city tour taking in Toronto’s famous sights or a day trip to see Niagara Falls frozen in splendor. Perhaps visit Eaton Centre, with over 300 stores for world-class shopping, spend time at the Hockey Hall of Fame, or admire spectacular views from atop CN Tower.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
TORONTO.
Day3
The tour ends this morning after breakfast with guests departing on individual schedules.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
To book your holiday with an extension, call 0330 0588 237 or speak to your travel agent.
Total meals included:
- 6 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Montréal
Day1
Welcome to Montréal! At 6 pm, meet your travelling companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming winter adventure!
Montréal - Via Rail - Québec
Day2
Enjoy a morning orientation tour of Montréal with a Local Guide. Next, board VIA RAIL and travel through the countryside to Québec City, home to the world’s largest winter carnival. Founded in 1894, the carnival attracts thousands of visitors each year. This evening, learn more about Québec and its rich history over dinner at a traditional SUGAR SHACK, complete with musical entertainment and a horse-drawn SLEIGH RIDE.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Québec City
Day3
This morning, enjoy an included guided tour of Canada’s only walled city with a Local Guide. Afterward, visit North America’s only ICE HOTEL, Hotel de Glace. Take a tour to learn how the hotel was built and is maintained. There’s also time to admire the beautiful ice sculptures and sip on a COCKTAIL served in one of the hotel’s famous homemade ice glasses. The remainder of the day is at leisure. You may wish to participate in winter activities such as ice skating, snowshoeing, dogsledding, and more. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for additional sightseeing, shopping, and dining.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Québec City
Day4
Spend a full day on your own to explore more of QUÉBEC’S WINTER CARNIVAL. Your entrance fee gives you access to all events, which includes the International Snow Sculpture Competition, night parades, snow slides, shows, snow baths, the ice palace, and numerous winter activities. You may even have the chance to meet the Carnival’s famous mascot, Bonhomme.
NOTE: Québec’s Winter Carnival activities vary from year to year. Your Tour Director SNOWSHOEING will be able to confirm all activities that are available while you are in Québec.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Québec City - Ottawa
Day5
Travel to Canada’s capital city of Ottawa. Upon arrival, sightseeing includes the Canadian Mint, the residences of the Governor General and Prime Minister, Parliament Hill, and the Rideau Canal. You’ll also stop at the city’s bustling Byward Market, where you may wish to try a Canadian specialty like Poutine, french fries with fresh cheese curds and gravy; or a Beaver Tail, a pastry stretched out to the shape of a beaver tail with toppings added. This evening is at leisure to explore more of this vibrant city.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Ottawa - Montréal
Day6
There’s time this morning to explore more of Ottawa. You may wish to spend time at the National Gallery of Canada, shop for a favourite souvenir, or lace up a pair of skates and ice skate on the famous Rideau Canal (weather permitting). Return to Montréal this afternoon. Tonight, celebrate your winter adventure with a festive farewell dinner.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Montréal
Day7
The tour ends this morning after breakfast with guests departing on individual schedules.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Extend your tour and see even more
On selected tours you can extend your time at the beginning or end of your holiday. To book your holiday with an extension, call us on 0330 0588 237 or speak to your travel agent.
Post tour
+3 days Toronto stay
Total meals included:
- 3 breakfasts
Montréal–Via Rail–Toronto
Day1
This morning, board VIA RAIL and travel to Canada’s largest city, Toronto. The evening is free to explore.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Toronto
Day2
Enjoy a city tour, taking in some of Toronto’s famous sites. During your free time, why not visit Eaton Centre, with more than 300 stores for world-class shopping; spend time at the Hockey Hall of Fame; or admire spectacular views from atop CN Tower.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Toronto
Day3
The tour ends this morning after breakfast with guests departing on individual schedules. Airport transfers are provided to Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
To book your holiday with an extension, call 0330 0588 237 or speak to your travel agent.
Total meals included:
- 6 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Montréal
Day1
This evening join the Tour Director and travelling companions for a welcome drink.
Montréal - Quebec City
Day2
Enjoy a morning orientation tour of Montréal with a local guide. Next, board VIA Rail and travel through the countryside to Québec City, home to the world’s largest winter carnival. Founded in 1894, the carnival attracts thousands of visitors each year. This evening, learn more about Québec and its rich history over dinner at a traditional sugar shack, complete with musical entertainment and a horse-drawn sleigh-ride.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Québec City
Day3
This morning, enjoy an included guided tour of Canada’s only walled city with a local guide. Afterward, visit North America’s only Ice Hotel, Hotel de Glace. Take a tour to learn how the hotel was built and is maintained. There’s also time to admire the beautiful ice sculptures and sip on a cocktail served in one of the hotel’s famous homemade ice glasses. The remainder of the day is at leisure. You may wish to participate in winter activities such as ice skating, snow-shoeing, dog-sledding, and more. Your tour director will have suggestions for additional sightseeing, shopping, and dining.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Québec City
Day4
A full day at leisure to explore more of Quebec's Winter Carnival. Your entrance fee gives you access to all events, which includes the International Snow Sculpture Competition, night parades, snow slides, shows, snow baths, the ice palace, and numerous winter activities. You may even have the chance to meet the Carnival’s famous mascot, Bonhomme.
NOTE: Québec’s Winter Carnival activities vary from year to year. Your Tour Director will be able to confirm all activities that are available while you are in Québec.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Quebec City - Ottawa
Day5
Travel to Canada’s capital city of Ottawa. Upon arrival, sightseeing includes the Canadian Mint, the residences of the Governor General and Prime Minister, Parliament Hill, and the Rideau Canal. A stop is also made at the city’s bustling Byward Market, where you may wish to try a Canadian speciality like Poutine, french fries with fresh cheese curds and gravy; or a Beaver Tail, a pastry stretched out to the shape of a beaver tail with toppings added. This evening is at leisure to explore more of this vibrant city.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Ottawa - Montréal
Day6
There’s time this morning to explore more of Ottawa. You may wish to spend time at the National Gallery of Canada, shop for a favourite souvenir, or lace up a pair of skates and ice skate on the famous Rideau Canal (weather permitting). Return to Montréal this afternoon. Tonight, celebrate your winter adventure with a festive farewell dinner.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Montréal
Day7
Your tour ends today.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Extend your tour and see even more
On selected tours you can extend your time at the beginning or end of your holiday. To book your holiday with an extension, call us on 0330 0588 237 or speak to your travel agent.
Pre Tour
+3 days Toronto stay
Total meals included:
- 3 breakfasts
Montréal–Via Rail–Toronto
Day1
This morning, board VIA RAIL and travel to Canada’s largest city, Toronto. The evening is free to explore.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Toronto
Day2
Enjoy a city tour, taking in some of Toronto’s famous sites. During your free time, why not visit Eaton Centre, with more than 300 stores for world-class shopping; spend time at the Hockey Hall of Fame; or admire spectacular views from atop CN Tower.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Toronto
Day3
The tour ends this morning after breakfast with guests departing on individual schedules. Airport transfers are provided to Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
To book your holiday with an extension, call 0330 0588 237 or speak to your travel agent.
What's included
Tour only
Prefer to book your own flights and transfers? You have the freedom to do that with our Tour Only holiday option.
- Accommodation
- Selected meals
- Free Wi-Fi on coach
- Porterage
Tour with flights
Let us take care of everything. Our package option includes return flights from your chosen airport, plus overseas transfers to your hotel.
- Flights
- Transfers
- Accommodation
- Selected meals
- Free Wi-Fi on coach
- Porterage
- All airport taxes
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Montreal - Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel
Located in the heart of downtown Montreal, the hotel reflects the city's elegance and charm and has welcomed dignitaries and celebrities alike in its 60 year history. The hotel has an indoor pool, hot tub, spa, fitness centre, gift shops, hair salon, several award winning restaurants, lounge, room service, business centre, concierge service, and Internet access.
Location
900 René-Lévesque Blvd West, Montreal, QC H3B 4A5, Canada
Facilities
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Coffee maker in-room
- Hairdryer
- Iron/ironing board
Quebec City - Delta Quebec
The hotel features The Bistro Bar, a health club, outdoor heated pool, and an outdoor terrace. Guestrooms are equipped with air-conditioning, coffee maker, iron/ironing board, hairdryer, and cable TV.
Location
690 Boulevard René-Lévesque E, Québec, QC G1R 5A8, Canada
Facilities
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- Coffee maker in-room
- Hairdryer
- Pool
Quebec City - Delta Quebec
The hotel features The Bistro Bar, a health club, outdoor heated pool, and an outdoor terrace. Guestrooms are equipped with air-conditioning, coffee maker, iron/ironing board, hairdryer, and cable TV.
Location
690 Boulevard René-Lévesque E, Québec, QC G1R 5A8, Canada
Facilities
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- Coffee maker in-room
- Hairdryer
- Pool
Ottawa - Lord Elgin Hotel
One of Ottawa's finest hotels and ideally located in the heart of downtown Ottawa. The hotel features 355 well-appointed guestrooms, and is perfectly located in the heart of Ottawa within walking distance of the Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill, Confederation Park, and many museums.
Location
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5K8, Canada
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
- Pool
Ottawa - Lord Elgin Hotel
One of Ottawa's finest hotels and ideally located in the heart of downtown Ottawa. The hotel features 355 well-appointed guestrooms, and is perfectly located in the heart of Ottawa within walking distance of the Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill, Confederation Park, and many museums.
Location
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5K8, Canada
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
- Pool
Montreal - Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel
Located in the heart of downtown Montreal, the hotel reflects the city's elegance and charm and has welcomed dignitaries and celebrities alike in its 60 year history. The hotel has an indoor pool, hot tub, spa, fitness centre, gift shops, hair salon, several award winning restaurants, lounge, room service, business centre, concierge service, and Internet access.
Location
900 René-Lévesque Blvd West, Montreal, QC H3B 4A5, Canada
Facilities
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Coffee maker in-room
- Hairdryer
- Iron/ironing board
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