5-Day Quebec City, Charlevoix & Île d'Orléans Summer Tour
Touring Île d'Orléans • Montmorency Falls • Baie-Saint-Paul Artist's Haven• Emu Farm • Cider Tasting • Lunch in a Restored Flower Mill • Sightseeing Cruise on the St. Lawrence & more!

There is so much included in this tour that we're not quite sure where to start! This trip is filled with culture, art, and scenic wonders, promising memories to cherish for a lifetime.

We have guided tours and plenty of time in beautiful Quebec City itself. You see Montmorency Falls and enjoy a meal at the Manoir Montmorency situated right above the waterfalls as well as plenty of free time for you to explore all that old town Quebec City offers. Don't forget all the delicious Quebecois cuisine!

Included in the tour is an escorted day trip to the Charlevoix region to the very pretty town of Baie-Saint-Paul. While in Charlevoix you get a guided tour of this town known for its fabulous art galleries, you get to visit an emu farm and also tour the very impressive Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré shrine.

Our escorted day trip to Île d'Orléans (the island in the St. Lawrence) will allow you to experience the very laid back and idyllic life in rural Quebec, have a delicious lunch in a restored flour mill from the early 1700's, and enjoy some wine tasting at a local vineyard.

On our final day in Quebec City, begin your day by delving into the intricate world of copper craftsmanship at the Albert Gilles Copper Art Museum, where every piece tells a story of passion and skill.  You will also have an opportunity to try your own hand at copper foil stamping and taking a memento home with you. In the afternoon you will set sail on an sightseeing cruise along the majestic St. Lawrence River as you glide past iconic landmarks such as the imposing Château Frontenac and the historic Old Port. 

​We are certain you won't want to leave when it's time to come home but isn't that what summer vacations are about?! :-) 

Tour Date

5-Day Trip
Aug 25-29, 2024
Only $99 deposit to reserve your seat.  Deposit fully refundable if you cancel for any reason by July 12, 2024.

Price

All prices are per person, in Canadian dollars. ​All taxes and tips are included!
  • Double $1,599
  • Triple $1,499
  • Quad $1,399
  • ​Single $2,049
For explanation of the words Double, Triple, Quad & Single click here

Pickup Locations

7:30 AM Vaughan Carpool
8:00 AM Mississauga Carpool
8:15 AM Mississauga McDonalds
8:45 AM York Mills Station
9:10 AM Scarborough Town Ctr
9:40 AM Whitby Carpool Lot
To book over the phone
please call (866) 208-2950

Inclusions

  • Round trip transportation on deluxe highway bus with a washroom and WiFi.
  • 4-nights accommodations at the Holiday Inn Express Quebec City.
  • 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 1 dinner included. 
  • Guided bus/walking tour of Quebec City with local tour guide.
  • Guided day trip to the Charlevoix region. Guided tour of the Baie-Saint-Paul with local tour guide. Today's trip also includes a visit to the Charlevoix Emu Farm with food sampling and a visit to the Shrine of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré.
  • Guided day trip to Île d'Orléans (Orleans Island), includes a cider tasting at a local ciderie, touring on the island, a visit to the Parc Maritime de St-Laurent and the lookout at St. Francis.
  • Visit to Montmorency Falls and you can get up close to its 83-metre-height as it dominates the landscape and a lovely lunch included at Montmorency Falls, located directly above the waterfall.
  • 90 minute sightseeing cruise on the St. Lawrence River with AML Cruises.
  • Admission to Albert Gille Copper Art Studio and copper foil activity to make your own memento to take with you.
  • Free time to explore Quebec City on your own.
  • Escorted tour with ShortTrips.ca tour director available during tour.
  • All tips and taxes included.

Approximate Return Times

  • Whitby 7:10 PM
  • Scarborough 7:45 PM
  • York Mills 8:10 PM
  • Mississauga Carpool 8:45 PM
  • Mississauga McDonalds 9:00 PM
  • Vaughan 9:30 PM

Deposits, Payments, Cancellations & Refunds

  • $99 deposit required to reserve your seats. Deposit is fully refundable if you cancel for any reason by July 12, 2024. 
  • Full payment is due by July 12, 2024. Reminder emails will be sent a few days before the due date for the final payment. Sorry, final payments are not refundable once paid. 
  • If the tour has to be cancelled due to travel restrictions or government shutdowns, a full & prompt refund will be done regardless of how many days are left before departure.
  • You can transfer your seat to anyone else you know up to the time of departure without penalty, there is no cost for name changes.

Travelling With Children

  • Children 10+ are welcome on this tour, same price as adults. 

Trip Highlights

Quebec City

Welcome to Quebec City, a stunning destination that is steeped in history, culture, and natural beauty. Explore the cobblestone streets of Old Quebec, a UNESCO World Heritage site that offers a glimpse into the city's rich past. Admire the iconic Château Frontenac and the Citadelle of Quebec, which provide stunning views of the St. Lawrence River. And of course you will have plenty of opportunity to sample the fabulous cuisine of Quebec at the vast array of dining options in the old town.

Baie-Saint-Paul

Welcome to Baie-Saint-Paul, a charming gem nestled in the heart of the picturesque Charlevoix region!

Explore the quaint streets lined with colorful boutiques, art galleries, and cozy cafes, where local artisans showcase their talent and creativity.

You'll get a guided walking tour of this pretty little town with a local tour guide followed by an opportunity to indulge in some farm-to-table cuisine at one of the acclaimed restaurants. Lunch is not included as part of the tour but your tour guide will be able to recommend appropriate dining options.

Île d'Orléans (Orleans Island)

The island, known as the "Garden of Quebec", is still an essentially rural place famous locally for its produce, especially berries, apples, potatoes and wine. Sugar maple stands produce maple syrup and other products. 

While on the island we will be visiting Ciderie Verger Bilodeau and doing some cider tasting of ciders made with locally grown apples. 

A lovely lunch in a regional cuisine restaurant using local products that is housed in an old flour mill which dates back to 1720 is also included in today's day trip.

Montmorency Falls & Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré

The Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré is an important Catholic sanctuary, which receives about a million visitors and pilgrims each year. The building is built in a Romanesque Revival style in the shape of a cross, approximately 100 metres high and about 60 metres wide. It is named after Saint Anne, the patron saint of Quebec.
The Montmorency Waterfall is an awe-inspiring 83 m tall, one and a half times higher than Niagara Falls! You can admire stunning views from the cable car (ticket included as part of your tour) or from the many lookout points throughout the site or from the stairs climbing up the side of the cliff. At the top of the cliff sits the elegant Manoir Montmorency which contains a gift shop and a museum. 

Sightseeing Cruise On The St. Lawrence


Admire Quebec City from the river, the best point of view ever! Take the time to relax on the huge outdoor terraces or enjoy the bars and bistros available on board!
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  • Unique view of the Capital
  • Old Quebec, the Montmorency Falls and Île d'Orléans, seen differently
  • A 20-kilometer cruise, the perfect outdoor activity
  • Bistro service in the dining room and on the terraces

Albert Gille Copper Art Studio & Museum

Albert Gilles, and now his 5 daughters create objects in embossed or enamelled copper. More than 90 years of know-how to discover. Your visit will include time to tour the art-studio to see their extensive exhibits on history and about copper.

You will also have an opportunity to participate in a copper foil stamping activity and create your own copper memento to take home with you.