Overview
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, on people's life and on urban setting. In addition to history, the tour illustrates the current realities in Quebec's economy and politic.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
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)
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Meeting point will be confirmed, agree with clients after booking.
End point
Near the funicular
What to expect
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Fortifications of Quebec National Historic Site
30 min
French and English Period Fortification, Scottish Heritage, Ursuline convent , Holy Trinity, first Anglican Cathedral
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Old Quebec
45 min
Narrow streets, heritage buildings and institutions, Dufferin Terrace, Chateau Frontenac, Basilica Notre Dame
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Place Royale
45 min
First permanent French establishment in North America
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Old Port
15 min
Wall street of Quebec, First French harbor, Latin district.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Montreal).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
FAQs about Old Quebec City Private Walking Tour: History and Nature
Can I cancel Old Quebec City Private Walking Tour: History and Nature for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours 30 min.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
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)
Which places does it visit?
It visits Fortifications of Quebec National Historic Site, Old Quebec, Place Royale, Old Port.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, French.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
Operated by Walking and Hiking through History and Nature
