Quebec City: Half-Day Countryside Guided Tour
Explore the countryside of the city, discovering its beauty and appeal
Step into the only walled city north of Mexico in Quebec City, North America’s most European and romantic capital, where the UNESCO-listed Old Quebec (Vieux-Québec) unfolds like a living 17th-century French village with cobblestone streets, slate-roofed houses, and the majestic Château Frontenac—the world’s most photographed hotel—perched dramatically above the St. Lawrence River with its fairy-tale turrets and golden lights reflecting on the water at night. Wander the atmospheric Petit-Champlain district with its boutique shops, artisan galleries, and hidden courtyards bursting with flowers in summer or twinkling lights in winter, climb the iconic Dufferin Terrace boardwalk for panoramic views over the river and the snow-covered Laurentian Mountains, or explore the fortified Citadelle de Québec and the historic Plains of Abraham where the fate of North America was decided in 1759—all in a walkable, car-free-friendly city that perfectly blends profound French colonial history, vibrant festivals (including the world-famous Winter Carnival with ice sculptures and night parades), and the warm, bilingual hospitality of Québec.
Savor rich poutine with squeaky cheese curds, hearty tourtière (meat pie), sweet maple syrup taffy on snow, and crisp Québec ice cider amid snowy cobblestones, river breezes, and the unmistakable rhythm of a place that feels like a slice of Old Europe in the heart of Canada.
Quebec City isn’t just a destination—it’s North America’s most enchanting walled fortress city of history, winter magic, and timeless French-Canadian romance—plan your Quebec City escape today!
Explore the countryside of the city, discovering its beauty and appeal
Discover the talent behind copper art at this family-run museum
Enjoy the perfect combination of nature and culture on the water
Experience one of Canada’s most significant art exhibitions
A 2-hour bus tour through Quebec City’s enchanting historic quarter
Dance on the outdoor decks and capture sunset photos
Savor local Québécois cuisine aboard a panoramic cruise
Get to know Quebec City from the water with an evening river cruise!