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 make this winter escape truly magical.
- Quebec City’s German Christmas Markets
- Montreal’s Christmas Markets
- Aura experience at the Notre-Dame-Basilica
- Guided foodie tour through the German Christmas Markets
- Exclusive insider tour of Le Château Frontenac
DAY 1: WELCOME TO QUEBEC!
Bienvenue au Canada! Arrive in Quebec City and check into the world acclaimed 5-star Fairmont le Château Frontenac for an extended 4-night stay including the incomparable extensive buffet each morning. Celebrate the Québécois hospitality at a Welcome Dinner. D
DAY 2: LE CHÂTEAU FRONTENAC
Step into a European Christmas card on a guided tour of Quebec City highlights, including a visit to 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, TASTES OF QUEBEC
Discover the history of the prestigious Château 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. 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 your 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 Château Frontenac before boarding 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 you’ll take an 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. B, D
DAY 7: RETURN HOME
Au revoir, Canada! Travel home with the heartwarming spirit of Christmas from Quebec. B
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Nights 1-4: Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, Quebec City, QC
Nights 5-6: Fairmont Queen Elizabeth, Montreal, QC
Departure Cities:
- St. Louis
- Kansas City
- Springfield, MO
Depart: December 7, 2027
Return: December 13, 2027
Price per person:
- DB $3,889
- TP/QD $3,519
- SG $5,149
Passport required.
Price per person includes roundtrip airfare from STL, MCI, SGF. Please call for other gateway cities.
Other General Information
Tour Communications: You will receive three key communications leading up to your tour:
- Get Ready: Your email confirmation and initial tour information, sent after you register.
- Get Set: An email with additional tour details, sent approximately two months before departure.
- Go: Your final trip documents, mailed via USPS approximately three to four weeks before departure. This packet will include your daily itinerary, luggage tags, and final departure information.
Travel Protection: Travel Protection is optional but highly recommended and may be purchased until the day before departure. Sunrise Tours offers plans through battleface. Additional information will be included with your Get Ready email and can also be found HERE.
Inclusions: Unless otherwise noted, your Sunrise Tour includes:
- A professional Sunrise Tour Director
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Local step-on guides, including gratuities
- International tour guide gratuities when specified for the individual tour
- Deluxe motorcoach transportation with an onboard restroom
- Admission to activities and events as indicated
- Airfare from designated airports
- Transportation to and from designated airports from our convenient local pickup points*
- Luggage handling at hotels when available
Gratuities: We believe tipping is a personal and discretionary interaction between our guests and staff. A typical gratuity for your Sunrise Tour Director and motorcoach driver is $6 to $10 per person, per day of the tour. Sunrise Shuttle drivers also appreciate gratuities for excellent service, with a suggested amount of $5 per person. Our staff will not solicit gratuities or distribute gratuity envelopes.
Refreshments: We are happy to provide refreshments on most motorcoach travel days. We also recommend bringing a refillable water bottle to help you stay hydrated throughout your tour.
Pickup Points: If fewer than four travelers request a particular pickup point, we may ask those guests to select another available pickup location. Travelers are also welcome to join a tour from a city that is not listed as a departure point. Please contact our friendly reservations team to discuss available arrangements. For departure cities not listed, airfare is typically $100 more than the published fare for domestic tours and $200 more for international tours.
TSA PreCheck and Airline Rewards Numbers: TSA PreCheck, Known Traveler Numbers, and airline rewards numbers must be provided to our reservations team at least 60 days before departure. Numbers received after this deadline may not be applied to your reservation.
Airline Seating: Preferred seating may not be available with group airfare. In some cases, seats are not assigned until travelers arrive at the airport. Your tour fare includes an economy-class seat but does not include advance seat selection. Seat upgrades may be available for an additional cost.
Motorcoach Capacity and Seating: To provide one of the most comfortable motorcoach experiences in the industry, Sunrise Tours generally limits motorcoaches to 80% capacity. This allows for a maximum of 44 passengers on a motorcoach designed to accommodate 55. Sunrise Tours reserves the right to amend this practice. Your Tour Director will rotate motorcoach seating each day of the tour. Payment of a single-occupancy fare does not guarantee two motorcoach seats, and you may be seated beside another friendly Sunrise Tours guest.
Terms and Conditions
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