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Canada Ottawa, Montreal & Quebec City

Overview
  • Duration:6 days 5 nights
  • Tour Type:Educational Tours
📍 Cities: Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City

Itinerary

Arrive in Ottawa - Ghost TourDay 1

DAY 1: HOME - OTTAWA

  • Welcome: Welcome to Ottawa! Meet your Prometour Tour Director upon arrival.
  • Ottawa Tour: Let your Tour Director show you Ottawa's highlights - 24 Sussex Drive, the Prime Minister's Residence, and the Governor General's Residence.
  • Ghost Tour: Partake in a ghost tour of Ottawa.
  • Dinner: Buffet dinner at a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in the Ottawa region.

Parliament Hill, Supreme Court and MontrealDay 2

DAY 2: OTTAWA - MONTREAL

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Parliament: Enjoy a guided tour of the Parliament Centre Block - see the House of Commons or the Senate, the Hall of Honour, and the Library of Parliament.
  • Supreme Court: Tour the Supreme Court of Canada - learn about Canada's Justice System.
  • History Museum: Discover the many exhibits at the Canadian Museum of History.
  • Montreal: Board your bus and continue to Montreal.
  • Underground City: Explore the famous Underground City of Montreal - 35km of tunnels connecting office towers, hotels, stores, and multiple universities!
  • Dinner: Dinner at a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Montreal.

Old Montreal and Notre-Dame BasilicaDay 3

DAY 3: MONTREAL

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Old Montreal: Guided walking tour of Old Montreal and discover the picturesque charm of the Old Port.
  • Notre-Dame: Admire the spectacular interior of Notre-Dame Basilica - learn about its role in the foundation of Montreal.
  • Pointe a Calliere: Visit the very birthplace of Montreal at Musee Pointe a Calliere.
  • Science Centre: Discover the Montreal Science Centre.
  • Leisure: Enjoy some leisure time and explore Place Jacques Cartier and St-Paul Street in Vieux-Montreal.
  • Dinner: Dinner at a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Montreal.

Quebec City - Chateau Frontenac and Battle of 1812Day 4

DAY 4: MONTREAL - QUEBEC CITY

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Travel: Board your motor coach and continue to Quebec City.
  • Walking Tour: Guided walking tour of Quebec City - see the breathtaking Chateau Frontenac and explore the fortified city.
  • Battle of 1812: At the Musee des Plaines d'Abraham, partake in a workshop and learn about daily life of a soldier of the 1812 Battle of Quebec.
  • Citadelle: Visit the Governor General of Canada's residence located within the Citadelle.
  • Dinner: Enjoy an authentic Quebecois dinner at a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Quebec City.

St. Lawrence Ferry, Huron Village and Sugar ShackDay 5

DAY 5: QUEBEC CITY

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Ferry: Traverse the mighty St. Lawrence River on a ferry and enjoy a sailor's view of the Chateau Frontenac.
  • Civilisation Museum: Enter the Musee de la Civilisation - with over 10 exhibits at all times, one of Canada's most impressive museums.
  • Petit Champlain: Wander through the enchanting Quartier Petit Champlain - the oldest shopping district in North America.
  • Huron Village: Guided visit of the Onhoua Chetek8e Huron Village - learn about Huron-Wendat history and customs. Participate in a Traditional Games workshop.
  • Sugar Shack: Live the Quebecois tradition of "sugaring off" at a local Sugar Shack - enjoy a meal and learn traditional dances and folk songs.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Quebec City.

Montmorency Falls and Copper MuseumDay 6

DAY 6: QUEBEC CITY - HOME

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Montmorency Falls: Explore the magnificent Parc de la Chute Montmorency - climb up or down the 487 steps for a different view of the falls.
  • Copper Museum: Visit the Copper Museum to watch a demonstration of Repousse work made famous by local artist Albert Gilles. Then try your own copper masterpiece!
  • Departure: Say Au revoir to your Prometour Tour Director. Return home.
Learning Objectives

Analyze the structure and function of Canada’s federal government through guided visits to Parliament Centre Block, the House of Commons or Senate, and the Supreme Court of Canada.

Investigate the dual French and English cultural heritage of Canada by contrasting the political capital of Ottawa with the vibrant French-speaking cities of Montreal and Quebec City.

Evaluate the historical significance of Quebec City as a fortified colonial capital, examining the Battle of 1812, the Citadelle, and the UNESCO-recognized Old Town.

Compare the Indigenous Huron-Wendat traditions with French-Canadian customs through visits to the Onhoua Chetek8e Huron Village and a traditional Sugar Shack experience.

Examine the archaeology and urban development of Montreal through the Musee Pointe a Calliere – built on the very birthplace of Montreal – and the extraordinary Underground City network.

Tour maps

Landmark Highlights

  • Ottawa: 24 Sussex Drive, Prime Minister's Residence, Governor General's Residence, Parliament Centre Block, Supreme Court of Canada, Canadian Museum of History, and Ghost Tour.
  • Montreal: Old Montreal walking tour, Notre-Dame Basilica, Musee Pointe a Calliere (birthplace of Montreal), Montreal Science Centre, and the Underground City - 35km of connected tunnels.
  • Quebec City: Chateau Frontenac, fortified city walking tour, Musee des Plaines d'Abraham Battle of 1812 workshop, Musee de la Civilisation, Quartier Petit Champlain.
  • Cultural Highlights: Onhoua Chetek8e Huron Village with Traditional Games workshop, and Sugar Shack "sugaring off" experience with folk songs and traditional dances.
  • Parc de la Chute Montmorency and Copper Museum Repousse demonstration.
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Frequently asked questions

Will my group be combined with another school group?

No. Every Prométour educational tour is personalized to ensure a meaningful experience. We guarantee private tours for all groups.

Your group will have its own dedicated Tour Director and itinerary, and will not be combined with any other school or student group.

How does Prométour support teachers with planning?

We take care of everything to make trip planning easy. From organizing travel logistics and accommodations to managing registrations, payments, and documentation, our team handles all the details so you can focus on the experience.

Support starts from day one. To help launch your trip, we host a parent meeting where your dedicated Tour Consultant introduces themselves, represents Prométour, and answers any parent questions directly.

Throughout the planning process, our expert Customer Service Team is available to assist families with registration, payments, and general inquiries, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience for everyone involved.

When will our travel dates be confirmed?

Prométour trips are fully customizable, including your travel dates. You can choose the dates that best align with your school calendar, giving your group flexibility to coordinate extracurricular activities around the trip.

How does Prométour support our group during the trip?

With our own teams in locations such as Montréal, Paris, and Málaga, you get real people who are with your students and know the destination inside and out, not a call center just reading from a script.
If any issues arise while on tour, our 24/7 Emergency Line ensures that help is always just a phone call away. Your group will have access to real-time support whenever it's needed.

What are Prométour's cancellation fees?

When you register for a Prométour trip, you can do so with confidence. If you cancel before the tour is officially confirmed, you'll receive a full refund with no questions asked.

Once the tour is confirmed, standard cancellation fees apply based on your departure date. Travelers may still be eligible for insurance coverage depending on their policy.

In some regions, and for travelers with an upgraded plan, Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) insurance may be available. We recommend contacting the insurance provider directly for full details on coverage options.
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