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Old Quebec City Private Walking Tour : History and Nature

89 Reviews 4.97 out of 5 stars Based on 89 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 99% of reviewers | Quebec City, Canada

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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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, in people's life and on urban setting. In addition to history, the tour illustrates the current realities in Quebec's economy and politic.

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.
  • The tour covers the upper and lower town historical district.

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup point
    Pickup details

    Meeting point will be confirmed at booking. Our Guide will meet clients at their hotel if within the Walled City - historic district upper or lower town or at the cruise ship terminal in Quebec City.

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    Meeting point

    Old Quebec
    Québec City, QC, Canada

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    Place Royale
    Québec, QC G1K, Canada

    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    What To Expect

    Fortifications of Quebec National Historic Site

    French and English Period Fortification, Scottish Heritage, Ursuline convent , Holy Trinity, first Anglican Cathedral
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Old Quebec

    Narrow streets, heritage buildings and institutions, Dufferin Terrace, Chateau Frontenac, Basilica Notre Dame
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    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Place Royale

    First permanent French establishment in North America
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    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Old Port

    Wall street of Quebec, First French harbor, Latin district.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Old Quebec City Private Walking Tour : History and Nature?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-317428P1

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    • 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.
    • The tour covers the upper and lower town historical district.
    • Tips (optionnal)
    • Quebec and Canada History with a knowledgeable local guide

    Additional Info

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
    • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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