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Activity Quebec City, Canada

Shore Excursion: Private Walking Tour with Funicular

5.0 (38 reviews) 3 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Shore Excursion: Private Walking Tour with Funicular

About this activity

A flexible and personalized shore excursion, perfect for cruise passengers! Make the most of your time ashore with a private guided walking tour of Old Quebec, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and North America’s oldest fortified city.

Discover impressive archaeological sites, historic buildings, picturesque houses, spectacular cathedrals, imposing fortifications, and charming narrow streets while your local guide brings the city’s history to life. The tour is paced comfortably and tailored to your group.

If the funicular is closed, cab transportation can be arranged, or a funicular ticket can be provided for later use during the stay, according to your preference. A 15-20% tip is strongly recommended at the end of the visit.

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At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–8
Guide
Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by
HQ SERVICES TOURISTIQUES

Ages: Children (0–3 years) · Adults (4–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Up to 3 hours Walking tour
  • Included: Cruise Terminal/Pier pick up (Old Quebec Area)
  • Included: Licensed Private Local guide
  • Included: 1 funicular ticket per person

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities: (A 15-20% tip is strongly recommended at the end of the visit.)

Itinerary

  1. Lower Town (Basse-Ville)

    one hour

    Discover the Lower Town Old Quebec, including Place Royale, Quebec City Mural, Fortifications of Québec, Quartier Petit Champlain.

  2. Stop 2

    10 min Admission included

    Enjoy breathtaking views of the St. Lawrence River as we make our way from Lower Town up to Upper Town.

  3. Upper Town (Haute-Ville)

    one hour

    Visiting Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, Terrasse Dufferin, Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral, City Hall of Quebec, and more !

  4. Terrasse Dufferin

    15 min

    We will have panoramic views of Old Quebec and the St. Lawrence River.

  5. Plains of Abraham

    20 min

    The park is to Québec what Central Park is to New York City.

  6. Parliament of Quebec

    15 min

    Designed by Eugène-Étienne Taché, the Parliament Building is a monument marked the history of Québec and French America.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Hotel Manoir Morgan
  • Manoir Sur Le Cap
  • Hotel des Coutellier
  • Hotel Le Saint-Paul
  • Hotel Hilton
  • Hotel Acadia
  • Hotel Le Clos Saint-louis - Par Aneyro
  • Hotel Manoir Vieux-Quebec
  • Hotel 71

and 30 more pickup points

When you arrive at the Pier 30, you must take the shuttle to get to the Bassin Louise.

When you arrive at the Pier 21 or 22, the guide is meeting you there.

When you arrive at the Pier 93 or 81, you must walk to the Maison Chevalier. Our guide will be holding a flag to help you easily identify them.

When booking, please provide a working cellphone number so our guide can contact you on the tour date. If you prefer to be picked up from a different location within Old Quebec City, please let us know.

Using your ticket

  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Bookings within 72 hours of time of travel, an availability confirmation will be sent within 48 hours.

  • A moderate amount of walking is involved, Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

  • A maximum of 8 people per booking

  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Options

  • English or French private tour

    Pickup included

  • Spanish private tour

    Pickup included

  • Portugese or Italian tour

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

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Shore Excursion: Private Walking Tour with Funicular

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