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Today you arrive in the exquisite and historic Quebec City. You will be met
at the airport and transferred to your hotel, where the staff will assist you
with your check in. Quebec City is a great walking city (even in the winter)
and the Chateau Frontenac is conveniently located to all the cities
highlights.
Overnight – Fairmont Chateau Frontenac
From one winter to the next, the Carnival enriched its activity program.
Enjoy one of the many popular activities, such as winter sports, snow
sculptures and activities based on the traditional Quebec lifestyle, such as
canoe races and dogsled races. The Quebec Winter Carnival is the largest
winter carnival in the world today and is third on the list of top Carnivals
after the famous carnivals in Rio and New Orleans.
Overnight – Fairmont Chateau Frontenac
This may be a hard choice to make… city tour or Ice Hotel; should you
decide to take the city tour you will visit the major sightseeing attractions
and learn of her fascinating history. See the Plains of Abraham, Grand-Alee,
the Parliament building, the old Military Drill Hall, The Place d’Armes, the
Notre Dame de Quebec Basilica and Cathedral, City Hall, the Fortifications,
St. John Street and Place Royal.
Should you decide to visit the Hotel de Glace (Ice Hotel) …. Enter a magical
world where snow and ice are transformed into fabulous decors. Since it opened
its doors in 2001, the Hotel de Glace has wowed over half a million visitors!
With snow archways towering over 5 meters tall and crystal ice sculptures
standing by the warmth of the fire, North America’s only ice hotel has made a
name for itself not only through its architecture and artistry, but also its
warm hospitality. Every year the Hotel de Glace is redesigned and rebuilt in
its entirety.
Overnight – Fairmont Chateau Frontenac
Today you board VIA Rail for your three hour train-ride to Montreal. Please
refer to your train ticket for your travel times and plan to be at the station
at least 30 minutes prior to departure. It is a short taxi ride from your
hotel to the VIA Rail station, the cost should be about $6.00. The rail
station in Montreal is located under the lobby of the Fairmont Queen Elizabeth
Hotel. There is so much to see in this radiant city with its beautiful
churches, museums and of course, the underground city. You could take a stroll
through the Latin Quarter to see the trendy bohemian side of the city.
Overnight – Fairmont Queen Elizabeth
The Highlights Festival is celebrated in Montreal each winter with
activities offered for those lovers of wine, cheese and fine dining. Hundreds
of culinary, wine and gastronomic events in some fifty of Montreal’s finest
dining establishments. Star chefs from all over the globe partner up with
Montreal chefs to prepare an enticing array of festival menus. The tasting
event, gala evenings and workshops are all ways to enjoy and participate in
this festival! Also in the offering a chance to view some of the most
significant international artists, Montreal’s classical and contemporary music
orchestras, theatre companies and dance troupes.
Overnight - Fairmont Queen Elizabeth
Your city tour is a great way to get an overview of this lovely city. Your
sightseeing tour brings to light Montreal’s history and achievements. Along
the way you realize why people love living in this city. Your visit takes you
to the top of Mount Royal, through neighborhoods with splendid houses and a
striking view of downtown Montreal and the St. Lawrence River. Also atop Mount
Royal is St. Joseph's Oratory, one of the most visited shrines in the world.
On the way to Olympic Park, you will pass through some of Montreal's earliest
neighborhoods - with stairways that have a very interesting history.
Notre-Dame Basilica is beautiful and an exceptional example of Gothic Revival
architecture. Old Montreal, located along the shores of the St. Lawrence River
leads into the Old Port, one of the largest redeveloped old ports in the
world. Visit Bonsecours Market and City Hall in this area. If you want to
explore on your own, you will find that it is easy to use the underground
system or stroll through streets full of energy and atmosphere.
Overnight – Fairmont Queen Elizabeth
The rail station in Ottawa is just a short taxi ride from your hotel. An
afternoon train from Ottawa to Montreal, aboard VIA Rail let’s you sit back,
relax and enjoy the two hour ride. The Chateau Laurier is just a short taxi
ride from the VIA Rail station. The Fairmont Chateau Laurier puts you right in
the heart of everything: The Houses of Parliament, 12 national museums,
galleries, public statues, libraries, The Rideau Canal as well as an array of
restaurants all for your choosing.
Overnight – Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Every February, Canada’s Capital Region is host to Winterlude, Canada’s
winter celebration! Three fun filled weekends of excitement and activity await
the whole family! From spectacular ice carvings to an amazing playground made
of snow, Winterlude is a great way to take in the best of the Canadian Winter.
Skate on the largest skating rink in the world – right in the heart of Ottawa!
Marvel at majestic snow sculptures or groove to energetic rhythms at the
American Express Snowball. Don’t forget to also allow time for Ottawa’s
historical landmarks, scenic waterways and beautiful parks. Parliament Hill,
the Canadian Museum of Civilization, Rideau Falls, Royal Canadian Mint and the
National Gallery of Canada are just a few of the fascinating sites you can
visit while in Ottawa.
Overnights – Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Please refer to your departure transfer voucher for information on your
transfer from your hotel to the airport. We hope that you enjoyed your trip,
and that this will be one of several visits to Canada.
| Season | Land Only |
| January 29, 2010 | $1,215 |
| February 10, 2010 | $1,315 |
| February 12, 2010 | $1,445 |
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