Private Journeys

Canada – Montreal, Summer Stopover

4 days

Itinerary

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Day 1

Arrive in Montreal, Canada.

Arrive at Montreal airport and take a private transfer to your hotel. A city that truly embraces its multicultural, French-Canadian identity, Montreal boasts both a thriving arts and culinary scene, striking architecture and one of the most impressive concentrations of churches in the Western hemisphere. Start with a leisurely stroll to Quartier Latin or Le Village – you’ll get an immediate taste of the city, and you’ll find yourself in the best neighbourhoods you can be in come dinner.

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Day 2

Old Montreal Walking Tour to explore the city.

Start the day with a fascinating walking tour of Old Montreal. You’ll get to explore its historic streets and cobblestone lanes uncovering the history, architecture and secrets of Old Montreal. Highlights include the City Hall, Bonsecours Market and Place Jacques-Cartier.

Afterwards, why not continue exploring Montreal’s unique architecture through its incredible range of churches? Often referred to as the “city of a hundred bell towers”, Montreal’s Notre-Dame Basilica, Mary Queen of the World Cathedral and St Joseph’s Oratory are a handful that are well worth a visit.

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Day 3

Guided River Cruise and cultural sightseeing.

Today, you’ll start with a scenic cruise along Montreal’s St Lawrence River. See the city’s sights from the water while a knowledgeable guide entertains with anecdotes and historical facts. Afterwards, continue to explore Montreal. Top attractions include the Montreal Museum of Fine Art with 43,000 artworks and relics, the Montreal Biodome which features five ecosystems and the 230-metre peak of Mount Royal which commands some of the city’s best views in the surrounding park.

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Day 4

Depart Montreal for your next destination.

Take a private transfer back to Montreal International Airport from your hotel.

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