Old Quebec City Private Walking Tour : History and Nature

In Quebec City, Québec

From
£46 pp
2h 30 mins · 5.0 (113)
Old Quebec City Private Walking Tour : History and Nature
Welcome history buffs and nature enthusiasts! This Tour brings a new experience of History: walking through UNESCO site, the Tour describes historical facts in relation to world events leading the Europeans to settle in Quebec and North America. In addition to major historical events, the tour highlights how nature, climate and geography, affects culture and transform history. While discovering the oldest part of Quebec City, your guide highlights the multiple adaptations required to a sub arctic climate in architecture, in people's life and on urban setting. In addition to history, the tour illustrates the current realities in Quebec's economy and politic.
Free cancellation Private tour Pickup included

What's included

  • A new experience of history learning about its relation with geography and climate.
  • Quebec History in relation to world events from the XVI century and beyond.
  • Quebec and Canada History with a knowledgeable local guide
  • The tour covers the upper and lower town historical district.
  • Tips (optionnal)

What's not included

  • Not recommended for people with mobility issues

Itinerary

  1. French and English Period Fortification, Scottish Heritage, Ursuline convent , Holy Trinity, first Anglican Cathedral (30 min)
  2. Narrow streets, heritage buildings and institutions, Dufferin Terrace, Chateau Frontenac, Basilica Notre Dame (45 min)
  3. First permanent French establishment in North America (45 min)
  4. Wall street of Quebec, First French harbor, Latin district. (15 min)

Meeting & end point

Meeting point
Meeting point will be confirmed, agree with clients after booking.
End point
Upper town, near the Chateau Frontenac

Practical information

Operated by
Walking and Hiking through History and Nature
Travellers per booking
1–5
Languages
en, fr
Confirmation
MANUAL

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Important notes

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Frequently asked questions

The tour runs for around 2 hours 30 minutes. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.

What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.

We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.