Walking Tour of Old Québec, World Heritage Site

First a visit to the Quebec Parliament and its flourishing gardens. A unique structure of architectural style inspired by the expansion of the Louvre in Paris. The tour stops onto Place d’Armes to enjoy its grandiose fountain statute. Close by, the tour continues to the Château Frontenac and its Dufferin Terrasse, a magnificent boardwalk overlooking the St. Lawrence River and offering a breathtaking view. Then is the Seminary of Québec, founded in 1663. Now occupied by the Architecture School of Laval University, this institution is a remarkable collection of buildings erected around enclosed courtyards. Following is the spectacular interior of the Notre-Dame-de-Québec Basilica-Cathedral. Then continuing to the Lower Town, finding ourselves in the middle of Place Royale where Samuel de Champlain founded Québec in 1608. Discover the restored houses of merchant families from the New France era. Let’s wander into cobblestone streets and historic houses and take a peek at the Royal Battery facing the river for defence of the city. A ride in the Funicular will bring you back to the upper part of the city. Time to appreciate the St-Lawrence River’s panorama and a spectacular view of the lower town from a 45-degree angle.

When: Sunday, July 23, 2017
Schedule:
  • 13:30 Departure from the Québec City Convention Centre
  • Guided walking tour:
    • Dufferin Terrace (upper town)
    • Seminary of Québec (upper town)
    • Place Royale (lower town)
    • And more
  • 15:45 Arrival at the Québec City Convention Centre

Cost: $43.00 CAD (Tax included)
Minimum participants required: 15

Visit and dinner at a Traditional Huron Site

The trip to the Traditional Huron Site located on the Huron-Wendat reservations a unique opportunity to discover the history, culture and lifestyle of Hurons of the past and of today.

« The evolutionary path of the Americas has to a certain extent historically tied our people. While visiting our recreated village and by letting yourselves be carried away by our stories, you will discover the hidden faces of the Huron way of life. We trust your stay amongst us will bring a better understanding of our evolution and culture ».
Mario Gros-Louis
Owner and founder

When: Wednesday, July 26, 2017
Schedule:
  • 18:15 Departure from the Québec City Convention Centre by bus
  • 18:30 Arrival at the Traditional Huron Site and visit of the boutique
  • 19:00 Guided tour
    • Visit of the Annonchia, the long house, where you will be introduced to the traditional way of life and the social organization at the time of the arrival of the Europeans. Techniques of food preservation (smoked and dried meats). Remind yourself of the old means of transportation. Receive an initiation to the spiritual life of the Huron people, including a sweat lodge and traditional medicine. Visit a giant tipi, find out about the different First Nations and learn about the present situation of the Huron-Wendat people.
  • 20:00 Traditional meal (menu subject to modification)
    • Terrine (game meat)
    • Traditional soup of the day and bannock (Indian bread)
    • Tender roe cubes bourguignon, accompanied by wild rice and traditional vegetables. Home-style cake served with a savory maple sauce.
    • Wild tea
  • 21:00 Native show
    • The sacred dances and ceremonies were traditionally performed to thank the Creator for the good harvest of wild fruits and corn during the fall season. The Huron-Wendat also performed those dances during special holidays, usually held between the first and the thirteenth moon. At the end of the show, visitors are invited to participate in the friendship dance. That dance was usually performed to strengthen the bonds between different nations.
  • 22:00 Departure from the Traditional Huron Site by bus
  • 22:30 Arrival at the Québec City Convention Centre

Cost: $67.00 CAD (Tax included)
Minimum participants required: 35

Rafting adventure on the Jacques Cartier River

Experience a rafting adventure on the Jacques Cartier River and discover the famous rapids of the Tewkesbury section. Raft the 9.6 km of rapids, swim in white water, go cliff jumping and enjoy a snack on the water. No experience required, welcome to the beginner!
Included: Transportation, guide, boat, paddle, wetsuit*, towel, training, safety tips, snack, official photographer and more.
* These clothes will keep you warm even when wet.

When: Wednesday, July 26, 2017
Schedule:
  • 12:45 Departure from the Québec City Convention Centre
  • 13:30 Arrival at the New Wave Expeditions site
  • 13:30 to 18:30
    • The guides will give you the necessary training and important safety tips before going on the water. Once on the river, you will learn the correct way to paddle and have all the different commands explained by your guide to manoeuvre your boat. After a bit of practice on flat water with your team, you will be ready to begin your adventure!
  • 18:30 Departure to the Québec City Convention Centre
  • 19:15 Arrival at the Québec City Convention Centre

Cost: $122.00 CAD (Tax included)
Minimum participants required: 30

Discover Montmorency Falls and Île d'Orléans local harvest and landscapes

Explore the beautiful countryside surrounding Quebec City on a half-day sightseeing tour to magnificent Montmorency Falls - higher than Niagara Falls - and fall under the spell of an island where farming and all forms of agriculture thrive year round.

When: Wednesday, July 26, 2017
Schedule:
  • 13:00 Departure from the Québec City Convention Centre
  • 13:30 Visit of the Montmorency Falls with a fresh mimosa cocktail. Parc de la Chute-Montmorency is a few minutes from Québec City. Located between the river and the cliffs, it's one of the province's most spectacular sites. With its 83 meters high (30 meters higher than Niagara Falls), Montmorency Falls dominates the landscape.
  • 15:00 Departure to Île d'Orléans
  • 15:15 Arrival at the Domaine Orléans for a complete guided tour of the cider factory and tasting of various homemade products.
  • 17:00 Departure to the Québec City Convention Centre
  • 17:30 Arrival at the Québec City Convention Centre

Cost: $115.00 CAD (Tax included)
Minimum participants required: 35


Walking Tour of Old Québec



Traditional Huron Site



Rafting on the Jacques Cartier River



Discover Montmorency Falls and Île d'Orléans



Discover Montmorency Falls and Île d'Orléans