Christmas in Quebec

December 9 - 15, 2026

This immersive trip will make you feel like you're in Europe at Christmas - but without the overseas flight, jet lag, or price tag! We’ll make homemade ornaments at a family-run copper museum, enjoy warm hot chocolate at French-style Christmas markets, walk the capital Christmas lights of Ottawa, tour a Cold War bunker, sample Canada’s famous poutine with fresh cheese curds, and stay in Quebec City’s world-renowned Fairmont Le Château Frontenac (the most photographed hotel in the world). Christmas in Quebec is a tour you won't find anywhere else and we can't wait to celebrate the holidays with you.

Price

Double: $3,299 | Single: $4,299

Inclusions

Full itinerary as listed below
13 meals as indicated (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
Highest Travel Tour Director

Call 262-207-4668 to book

Day 1

Welcome to Ottawa!

After your flight to the beautiful capital city of Canada, take an uber or taxi at your leisure for a 15-minute ride to The Lord Elgin Hotel. This property is a historic landmark that opened in 1941 to address wartime lodging shortages and has hosted notable figures like Winston Churchill and the Dalai Lama. Steps away you'll find the capital Christmas lights, Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal, and the National Arts Centre perfectly located outside your doorstep. Tonight, our group will meet together for a warm welcome dinner as we kick off this Christmas tour. D

Day 2

Rideau Hall / Cooking Class / Cold War Bunker

After breakfast, get the lay of the land in Ottawa before it's off to a guided tour of Rideau Hall. This National Historic Site serves as the official residence of the Governor General of Canada who represents the monarch. Then enjoy a special farm-to-table cooking class where we'll learn to make a hearty Canadian dish for lunch from a local chef. After, our group will experience Diefenbunker: Canada's Cold War Museum. This is the largest known bunker in Canada and was commissioned to shelter key officials like the Prime Minister, Governor General, and Cabinet for 30 days after a nuclear attack. Tonight enjoy dinner on your own at the hotel or at one of the festive restaurants on Elgin Street. B, L

Day 3

Museum of Nature / Cheese & Beer Tour / Christmas Market

Our group will kick off the day touring the Canadian Museum of Nature, a scientific leader in species discovery and one of Ottawa's seven national museums. Then it's off to one of our favorite stops, St-Albert Cheese Co-op! See how fresh cheese curds are made with a cheesemaker before enjoying a special poutine lunch with fresh ice cream for dessert. In the afternoon, explore the large craft beer scene in Ottawa with a tour and tasting. But tonight is the real star of the day... a trip to the Ottawa Christmas Market which will make you feel like you're in Europe with it's festive village, wooden chalets, twinkling lights, unique gifts, mulled wine, and giant Christmas trees. B, L

Day 4

Sucrerie de la Montagne / Fairmont / Christmas Market

Today we're off to Quebec City! On the way, we'll stop at Sucrerie de la Montagne for an immersive sugar shack experience with this third-generation maple syrup producer. Meet the family as they show you the maple syrup production process and how they bake their famous old-fashioned bread. Our lunch here will be a true feast served family style before a special Canadian dessert experience - maple popsicles frozen in fresh snow! Tonight check-in to the world-famous Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, the most photographed hotel in the world and located only a few steps away from the charming French-style Christmas market chalets where you can enjoy dinner at leisure. B, L

Day 5

Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré / Christmas Market

After a delicious breakfast at the Fairmont surrounded by Christmas decor, travel to the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré which was founded in 1658. This Notre Dame style cathedral is a hidden gem along the St. Lawrence River and will host us for their iconic light and sound show. Lunch today is at the most charming restaurant in Quebec where you'll feel immersed into the French Canadian culture. The late afternoon and evening is yours to explore Quebec City by walking more of the Christmas Market, exploring Old Town (UNESCO World Heritage Site), visit La Boutique de Noël de Québec (Quebec's famous Christmas shop), or taking a toboggan ride on Dufferin Terrace. B, L

Day 6

Plains of Abraham / Copper Ornaments / Montmorency Falls

Today we embark on a morning tour of the Plains of Abraham Museum to learn about the pivotal 1759 battle between British forces and French troops that led to the fall of New France. Then it's off to Cuivres d'Art Albert Gilles Boutique et Musée for a tour of their copper museum and the opportunity to carve a handmade copper ornament for your tree. Our afternoon adventure leads us to Parc de la Chute-Montmorency for a private lunch overlooking the Montmorency Waterfall before exploring it via the suspension bridge above. After an evening rest at our hotel, crown off the day with a spectacular farewell dinner hosted at the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac. B, L, D

Day 7

Travel Home

This morning, enjoy one last breakfast at the beautiful Fairmont Le Château Frontenac. Then say goodbye to new friends and travel home with festive Christmas memories of French Canada. B

December 9 - 15, 2026

Arrive/Depart

Arrive: Ottawa, Canada

Depart: Quebec City, Canada

Accommodations

Nights 1-3: The Lord Elgin Hotel

This hotel was selected for your immersion into Ottawa - one of the most underrated locations in North America. This property is a historic landmark and in walking distance to Rideau Canal (the world's largest outdoor skating rink in the winter!), the ByWard Market, Parliament, and more. The Lord Elgin is proud of their reputation for clean, quiet rooms and beautiful designed interior spaces with Canadian-made furniture. The hotel offers a refined range of room amenities including premium bedding, coffee & tea, a hairdryer, mini-fridge, safe, and locally sourced Truterra brand toiletries. Our home-away-from-home also has an indoor pool, sauna, fitness center, complimentary in-room WiFi, and a restaurant on property serving French-American cuisine.

Nights 4-6: Fairmont Le Château Frontenac

This isn't a Fairmont, it is THE Fairmont hotel. Our Deluxe Courtyard rooms blend historic charm with modern comforts, including premium bedding, plush pillows, luxurious bath products, a hairdryer, safe, Nespresso machine, and stunning scenery. Guests can enjoy an indoor pool, full-service spa with treatments like massages and facials, a fitness center, and more. Looking to dine at one of the restaurants during our stay? See the concierge for preferential dinner reservation times as a premium hotel guest. We promise - this castle hotel will make you want to stay in Quebec all December long!

Call 262-207-4668 to book