Historic & Modern Québec with Airport Transfer (DISEMBARK ONLY)

3.25 hours | Quebec City | Y Q B - 1 1 0
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Points of Interest

  • Château Frontenac
  • Place Royale
  • Parc des Champs de Bataille
  • Montmorency Falls
Easy activity

Description

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Experience the intriguing cultural and historical attractions of Québec City and soak up the natural beauty of the gorgeous landscapes that create such a dramatic backdrop for this easy half-day adventure. Before making your way to the airport, discover the European charm and character of the first French city in North America! Your scenic narrated drive with an English-speaking guide will introduce you to important landmarks and the fascinating history of Québec's legacy. In the heart of the Lower Town and site of Samuel de Champlain's first settlement is the beautifully restored market square, the imposing Place-Royale.

The charm of the square's historic past has been beautifully preserved with its narrow cobblestone streets and typical 17th and 18th century stone architecture. It is also the location of the oldest standing catholic church in North America--Notre Dame des Victoires. This small stone church received its name following the Battle of Québec of 1690, in which an English expedition was forced to retreat. In 1711, it lived up to its name again when a British fleet sank in bad weather.

Arriving at the Dufferin Terrace and Château Frontenac area, your guide will give a brief overview followed by free time to explore the area of this magnificent hotel at the heart of the city. Marvel at its castle-like architecture and copper-roofed turrets and imagine the fairy tale experience awaiting inside. A photo stop will be made at Cap Diamant where you will have spectacular views of the St. Lawrence River, Lower Town, and surrounding countryside. Continuing your tour through the St. Louis Gate, you will next explore the National Battlefields Park, also known as the Plains of Abraham. This park was the site of the historic battle where the French surrendered to the British in 1759. The park is now transformed into a beautiful 250-acre park with hills, gardens, monuments, and artillery artifacts. A unique mixture of new and old is found along the trendy Grande-Allée, the Champs-Elysées of Québec lined with quaint shops, sidewalk cafés, and boutiques. You will pass by the Parliament Building, an imposing second Empire-style building.

Departing the Old City, enjoy a scenic drive along the St Lawrence River to the spectacular Montmorency Falls. Cascading down a 272-foot cliff, Montmorency Falls are one-and-a-half times as high as Niagara Falls. You will enjoy the breathtaking views and see the powerful forces of nature as the water of the Montmorency River roars down the cliff to eventually meet with the St. Lawrence River. Next on your itinerary is the convenient transfer to the Québec Airport where you'll board your flight home brimming with vivid images of a vibrant city and its spectacular location on one of the world's great waterways.

Special Notes:

This tour is available only to guests with flights departing after 3:00 PM. There is minimum number of guests required for this tour to operate. If that minimum is not met then tour may be subject to cancellation.
Upon disembarkation, please collect your bag, go through customs and handle your bag to your tour driver who will stow and lock it underneath your bus.

Guests participating on this disembarkation tour do not need to purchase the Princess' transportation from the pier to the airport.

Accessibility: Guests with collapsible wheelchairs and who can navigate 3-5 motorcoach steps may participate in this tour. Please contact the Princess Access and Compliance office to confirm availability and to make these special arrangements.

Child Price:

12 & under reduced

Details

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Depart ship. Begin intro narration of Québec during short drive to Place-Royale

Transport type:
Air Conditioned Transportation
Travel time:
00:15
Air conditioned:
Yes
Wheelchair accessible:
No
Restroom available:
Yes
Shopping available:
No

Drive by Place-Royale and continue towards Dufferin Terrace.

Transport type:
Air Conditioned Transportation
Travel time:
00:15
Wheelchair accessible:
No

Arrive Dufferin Terrace and Château Frontenac area. Brief overview followed by 20 minutes of free time. Option to independently visit Château Frontenac.

Transport type:
Walking
Time at site:
00:40
Free time at site:
20
Wheelchair accessible:
Yes
Restroom available:
Yes
Shopping available:
Yes
Photo/video opportunity:
Yes

Depart for short drive to Cap-Diamant.

Transport type:
Air Conditioned Transportation
Travel time:
00:10
Wheelchair accessible:
No

Arrive Cap Diamant, photo stop overlooking St.-Lawrence River.

Transport type:
Walking
Time at site:
00:15
Free time at site:
10
Wheelchair accessible:
Yes
Restroom available:
Yes
Shopping available:
No

Depart Cap-Diamant for drive through Plains of Abraham. Continue along the Grande-Allée, and past Hôtel du Parlement.

Transport type:
Air Conditioned Transportation
Travel time:
00:35
Wheelchair accessible:
No

Continue to Montmorency Falls

Transport type:
Air Conditioned Transportation
Travel time:
00:20
Time at site:
00:15
Free time at site:
15
Wheelchair accessible:
No
Restroom available:
Yes
Shopping available:
Yes
Photo/video opportunity:
Yes

Depart Falls for transfer to Quebec Airport (YQB)

Transport type:
Air Conditioned Transportation
Travel time:
00:30
Wheelchair accessible:
No