Summary
Short description
Experience the spectacular colours of autumn in Québec
Highlights
- Spend time in the vibrant city of Montréal
- Experience the magic of autumn in the Laurentian Mountains
- Relax and explore with forest hikes and lakeside strolls
- Take in the UNESCO-listed sites of Québec City on a walking tour
In Brief
- 2 Nights Montréal
- 2 Nights Mont-Tremblant
- 2 Nights Lac-à-l'Eau-Claire
- 2 Nights Québec City
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About
Recommended for:
Activity adventure | City | Natural world | Self-drive
Enjoy the dramatic, vibrant colours of autumn in Québec as you watch vast landscapes turn bright red, orange and gold at the onset of the ever-spectacular Fall season. For an unmatched view of this stunning natural spectacle, this curated route sees you from the big-city sights of Montréal to the heart of the Laurentian Mountains. With its endless sweep of maple, birch and mountain ash forest, the beauty of the trees' colours at the peak of their metamorphosis – at the end of September to mid-October – is unrivalled. You'll then wrap things up with a stay in Québec City, its UNESCO-listed old town a joy to explore on the banks of the pretty St Lawrence River.
Day by day itinerary
Days
1-2
UK/Montréal
Start your holiday with included airport lounge access before your flight to Montréal. On arrival, make your way to your stylish downtown hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure, free to explore this vibrant city at your own pace. The next morning we've included a three-hour walking tour of Montréal, covering the most significant highlights of the historic city including Notre Dame Basilica, St. Joseph's Oratory, old Montréal, the French Quarter, the Olympic Site and McGill University. You'll also have the chance to enjoy the views from the top of Mt. Royal.
Stay: Le Saint Sulpice (Superior)
Days
3-4
Montréal to Mont Tremblant
Collect your car hire and make your way into the Laurentides region, full of mountains, lakes and plenty of fresh air. With two nights here, you'll have ample time to explore the wide-open spaces, pausing at pretty villages and towns teeming with bistros, bars and boutiques.
Stay: Fairmont Tremblant (Deluxe)
Days
5-6
Mont Tremblant to Saint Alexis-Des-Monts
Situated between Montreal and Quebec City, Saint Alexis-Des-Monts and the Lac-à-l'Eau-Claire is a gateway to nature. Located in the heart of the forest near the Mastiqouche Wildlife Sanctuary, the hotel overlooks the majestic Lac-à-l'Eau-Claire Lake and its 42 kilometres of coastline. With a day here at leisure, take the chance to head out on ambling hikes between lakes and valleys, taking in gorgeous autumn views and keeping an eye out for local wildlife, from white-tailed deer to moose and ospreys.
Stay: Auberge Lac-à-L’eau-Claire (Superior)
Meals: B D
Days
7-8
Quebec City
Make your way to Québec City and its UNESCO World Heritage-listed old town, idyllically located on the banks of the St Lawrence River. This is a place steeped in history, not only as the oldest European settlement in Canada but also the only walled city in North America. Experience historic ramparts, narrow lanes, former battlefields, museums, boutiques, art galleries and live street performers, joining a local guide for a leisurely walking tour where you'll explore the architecture and historical sites of Québec. You'll also have an afternoon to explore the Beaupre Coast and Montmorency Falls.
Stay: Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac (Deluxe)
Days
9-10
Departure
It's time to say goodbye to Québec as you head for the airport in time for your flight home to the UK, arriving the following morning.
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Pricing
Any element of this itinerary can be adjusted to suit your needs. Just contact us to find out more.
Accommodation rating:
10-day tailor-made self-drive
from £2,025 pp incl. flights
Superior
Valid for travel: Mid September to Late October
Includes:
- Complimentary UK airport departure lounge access
- Return flights from UK to Montreal
- 8 nights accommodation
- Car hire
- Montreal city sightseeing tour
- Quebec City walking tour
Terms & Conditions
Prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin/double room; prices are subject to availability and possible change; normal booking conditions apply.
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