Celebrate the season in unforgettable style as you journey through Quebec City and Montreal, where the picturesque villages glow with breathtaking holiday charm and old-world elegance. Wander snow-lit Christmas Villages filled with twinkling lights, artisan treasures, and festive tastings. The city’s joyful spirit along with a scenic rail adventure will make this winter escape truly magical.
DAY 1: WELCOME TO QUEBEC CITY
Bienvenue Canada! Arrive in Quebec City, where festive lights twinkle against the snow and the city hums with holiday cheer! Check into the world acclaimed 5-star Fairmont le Château Frontenac for an extended 4-night stay including the incomparable extensive buffet each morning. Enjoy how the fairytale castle glows at Christmas. Celebrate the Quebecois hospitality at a warm Welcome Dinner. D
DAY 2: LE CHATEAU FRONTENAC
Board our private motorcoach, and step into a European Christmas card with our guide sharing highlights of Quebec City including a visit to Parliament Hill (if available), Notre-Dame-de-Québec Basilica, Place d’Armes, enchanting Old Town-UNESCO treasure, and a holiday stop at Le Grand Marche to hunt for that perfect Christmas gift! B, D
DAY 3: CHRISTMAS VILLAGE AND TASTES OF QUEBEC
Discover the history of the prestigious Chateau Frontenac hotel on a guided tour describing stories and historic events that shaped its identity. Just steps from the hotel’s front doors, explore the charming German Christmas Village modeled after the famous Christkindlmarket Nuremberg! Walk with a local guide on a Foodie Tasting Tour to discover the warm, festive atmosphere of this European-style market in the heart of Old Quebec. Leave room for the spiced mulled wine! Your holiday spirit brightens this evening with the sights and sounds of Christmas abound. B, L
DAY 4: LEISURELY CHRISTMAS MAGIC
This day is yours to wander Old Quebec’s festive streets, shop for special keepsakes, or warm up with a maple latte and Cheese Fondue on a Baguette! And, perhaps, treat yourself to the Spa or other amenities at our castle hotel. Don’t forget to take a final stroll through the Christmas Village aglow beneath twinkling lights. See special displays, nativity scenes, and gather round a fire pit amid the magical ambiance with a rich hot chocolate in hand while listening to holiday performances (schedule varies by day)! B
DAY 5: “ALL ABOARD” TO MONTREAL
Savor another phenomenal breakfast in Dufferin Place in the Chateau Frontenac before we board the VIA Rail Canada train for a picturesque train journey to Montreal. Watch snow-covered villages and forested hills glide by your window before arriving in the heart of the underground city where we take the elevator right into the luxurious Fairmont Queen Elizabeth, your elegant retreat all decked for the holidays! B, D
DAY 6: MONTREAL HIGHLIGHTS/GREAT CHRISTMAS MARKET/“AURA” LIGHT SHOW
Embark on a guided city tour showcasing the grandeur of Old Montreal and Mount Royal’s spectacular views to the colorful Old Port sector. Stroll through the Great Montreal Christmas Market, where artisans and carolers create a joyful holiday scene. At the Notre-Dame de Montreal Basilica, enjoy a luminous, immersive AURA experience. The art, sound and light projecting onto the Basilica’s nave accompanied by the imposing 7,000 piped Casavant organ is simply remarkable. What a Christmas treat! B, D
DAY 7: FLIGHT HOME FROM MONTREAL
Au revoir Canada! Travel home with the heartwarming spirit of Christmas from Quebec. B
QUALITY ACCOMMODATIONS:
Nights 1-4: Fairmont le Chateau Frontenac, Quebec City, QC
Nights 5-6: Fairmont Queen Elizabeth, Montreal, QC
Dates:
Dec 8-14, 2026
Price Per Person:
Double $2,999
Single $4,179
Pre/Post Tour Hotel:
Call for pricing
Depart/Return:
Quebec City, QC/Montreal, QC
Inclusions:
Included airport transfer
Welcome Dinner and meals as indicated (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
Fees and tips for included attractions and meals
Luggage handling at most hotels
24-hour emergency call service
Arrival Time / Departure Time
More information on arrival and departure to come.
Walking Distance
Excellent mobility is required to fully enjoy this vacation. You should be in good physical health and understand there are times when a good deal of walking is involved in our tours. Those who have difficulty walking may not want to take this trip or should discuss their personal situation with their doctor before deciding. You should be able to walk at a steady pace up to a mile at a time for a daily total of three to four miles per day and be able to manage steps to board/de-board the motorcoach several times a day. In addition, please know you may be expected to exit the motorcoach at each stop because local law requires mandatory motorcoach driver breaks.
Average Temps
Quebec in December: average high of 30°, low of 10° with the possibility of snow
Time Zone
Eastern Standard Time
Additional Information
A total of three mailings are sent to assist you in preparing for your tour, including information sent upon receipt of your reservation.
Travel Protection Available?
Yes, see CountryTravelDiscoveries.com/TravelProtectionPlan
