Enchanting Old Montreal , A private walking tour with Ruby Roy

5.0 (5 reviews) 3 hours Private tour

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I am guiding a private group in Old Montreal during the summer. Guests are always invited to sit for a few minutes while I enchant them with some of the stories on our stops. Ruby — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Fellow photographers, Montreal is so photgenic. Old Montreal early in the morning in November. Ruby — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

I only offer customised private tours luxury and bespoke experiences. The tours are not scripted and created based on each guests interests. I am one of Montreal's most experienced veteran career

expert licensed guide, professionally trained . I have built a global reputation for my tours and experiences. They are predominately booked by travellers in search of unique luxury experiences. Event planners, public figures, diplomats seeking a knowledgeable exert guide, able to speak on any topic. Ensuring guests have memorable experiences is my main goal.. The tours are light, filled with humour, time for photos if you wish. I have travelled to 151 countries, lived in 25 countries, speak many language. It is important that my guests also have exceptional experiences. I am president emeritus of the World Federation of Tourist Guides Associations as well as Montreal APGT ensuring global guides standards for guests experiences are high.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, French
Operated by: Ruby Roy

What is included

Included

Included: All Fees and Taxes

Not included

Not included: Entrance to the Notre Dame Basilica
Not included: Tea and coffee: As it is a three hour tour, there is no time for lunch. Tasting , coffee stops are not included. As it is customized we can stop if guests wish. Groups of 4 or more it make take longer
Not included: Private transportation
Not included: Public transportation tickets
Not included: Entrance fees

Itinerary

This is a private customised local authentic bespoke experience . The enchanting Old Montreal walking tour is an an a excellent introduction to Montreal. My private tours are filled with stories, humour about Old Montreal. The historical neighbourhood is home Montrealers who work and reside. Included some hidden gems, visitors will not find own their own. History, art, architectural, cultural, language and life discoveries are ensured. Buildings dating back from the 1600s to the 1900s , Old Montreal boots all of its original buildings many of them still being used for the same vocation. This leisurely walking tour will cover all of Old Montreal. Should guests wish to visit of the Notre Dame Basilica, let me know. I can give you the tour of the inside. I am one of the most experienced licensed expert Montreal guide, with vast knowledge and I will be happy to answer any questions. This tour is a great compliment to my local neighbourhood and food tour. Note: Depending on season, time of day, holidays some places may not be operating or closed. The tour operates rain, shine, snow or cold. and will be adjusted

Stop 1
Bonsecours Market (Marche Bonsecours)
Rue St-Paul
Place d'Armes
Sulpician Seminary
Place Jacques-Cartier
Bank of Montreal (Banque de Montreal)
Chateau Ramezay Historic Site and Museum of Montreal
Montreal World Trade Centre
Old Port of Montreal

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet at the Bell Captain or Concierge desk of your hotel downtown or in Old Montreal. If you are not staying at a hotel. Downtown Hotel is the Queen Elizabeth Hotel. Old Montreal hotel meeting point is the Intercontinental hotel

End point

Meet at the Bell Captain or Concierge desk of your hotel downtown or in Old Montreal. If you are not staying at a hotel. Downtown Hotel is the Queen Elizabeth Hotel. Old Montreal hotel meeting point is the Intercontinental hotel

Pickup points

Hotel Quartier des Spectacles
Hotel Casa Bella
Courtyard by Marriott Montreal Downtown
Hotel Bonaventure Montreal
Hotel Chrome
Residence La Citadelle
Novotel Montreal Centre
Ambrose House & Cafe
Fairfield by Marriott Montreal Downtown
Hotel Birks Montreal
The Ritz-Carlton, Montreal
Le Centre Sheraton Montreal Hotel

and 62 more pickup points

The default meeting place is the InterContinental Hotel in Old Montreal next the the Bell Captain's desk at street level( inside). However, the tour can start in any hotel within Old Montreal. Pick up are also possible from the Queen Elizabeth Hotel downtown

Using your ticket

Should guests want a guides visit of the Notre Dame Basilica, you can purchase the tickets on line at https://www.basiliquenotredame.ca/en/visit.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

If you cancel	You get back
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The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
It is a walking tour with opportunities to sit, travellers in wheel chairs please let me know in advance so that I may adjust route, travellers who are visually impaired , I can adapt tour.

Options

Private Bespoke Tours

Private, customised: This tour is private, bespoke for solo travellers, couples, families, corporate, business and luxury travellers.

Pickup included
Private Tour

Luxury and high end: The walking tour can begin at any downtown or old Montreal hotel. I also offer private concierge service

Duration: 4 hours

Pickup included