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Neighbourhood Culinary Tours 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS SIGHT SEEING AND CITY TOURS SOFT ADVENTURES Montréal Moments Jet boating History Tour Bird’s view Old Montréal Rafting Old Port Paddle board Montréal Casino Montréal’s Space for Life BIKE TOURS Amphi-bus tour Montréal by bike Family fun NATURE AND WILDLIFE CULINARY TOURS Montréal flora General culinary tour Botanical Garden & Gardens of Light Culinary tours by neighbourhood Customized cooking class & meal Take-home pastry tips Mixology class The sugar shack experience SPECIAL INTEREST TOURS & ACTIVITIES Meet a Montréaler Art gallery spotting City of a hundred steeples Blow your own glass Architecture tour Ghost tour Private museum tour 2 © Mathieu Dupuis, Cruise Saint-Lawrence © Mathieu Dupuis, Cruise Saint-Lawrence © Mathieu Dupuis, Cruise Saint-Lawrence Dear planner, We hope you enjoy working with this document as much as we’ve enjoyed putting together for your specific needs. Though this guide only reflects a portion of all Montréal has to offer, it’s an exhaustive overview of the available options as far as shorex is concerned. The excursions and outings outlined here are provided by Tourisme Montréal’s verified members. They can also be packaged through your preferred DMC, who more than surely knows the suppliers and products undermentioned. In Montréal, we like to see our local travel industry as one, big family. The Montréal Cruise Committee WWW.CRUISES.ALAMONTREAL.COM 3 © Mathieu Dupuis, Cruise Saint-Lawrence © Mathieu Dupuis, Cruise Saint-Lawrence © Mathieu Dupuis, Cruise Saint-Lawrence INCENTIVE PROGRAMS & PASSENGER PRIVILEGES SPECIAL OFFER FOR CRUISE PLANNERS Planning a pre or post cruise tour? Make 10 hotel reservations before or after the same cruise, and each room receives one (1) Tourisme Montréal Sweet Deal Coupon booklet worth $500 in discounts on activities, shopping and attractions. BONUS: Your group will also receive a complimentary, 3-hour city tour of Montréal or a walking tour of Old Montréal with a certified tour guide. Transportation not included. Conditions apply. Visit www.cruisesalamontreal.com/plan-your-stay/planners to register your group. YOUR CLIENTS ARE IMPORTANT. WE MEAN IT! Cruise passengers visiting Montréal before or after a cruise can take advantage of an array of special offers from partners. Restaurants, tour companies, spas and more await your clients with exclusive deals in the Old Montréal area. Visit cruises.alamontreal.com/privileges for details EXTEND YOUR BRAND! CHARTER A TRAIN CAR FROM QUÉBEC CITY FOR YOUR PASSENGERS SAILING MEGA SHIPS Privatized and branded 48-passenger car, from pillows to meals Economy or 1st class cars For Pre-Post tours including 2 + nights in Montréal, the Montréal Tour Committees sponsors the services a certified guide on board for the duration of the transfer (approx. 3 hrs) Contact the Montréal Cruise Committee for details 4 SIGHT SEEING & CLASSIC CITY TOURS 5 MONTRÉAL MOMENTS Classic City Tour © Mathieu Dupuis, Cruise Saint-Lawrence Who? Ideal for visitors seeking an overall presentation of the city, and those who want to get oriented before exploring on their own. TOUR DESCRIPTION Your valued guests will venture throughout North America’s largest French speaking city. Aboard a luxury air- conditioned motor coach, they will experience Montréal's most remarkable sites and enjoy various photo stops at landmarks such as Old Montreal, Olympic Stadium, parc Jean-Drapeau, Mount Royal Park and St. Joseph's Oratory. The commentary and insights provided by a professional, Montréal-certified tour guide will leave them with enough knowledge to take on their individual visit without missing out on the city’s must-knows. A classical tour is also a fantastic way to enjoy the fall foliage from an urban perspective. Ask for the following must-sees in your tour: Old Montréal Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal Cobblestone streets are lined with historical buildings Easily identified by its huge dome, this basilica is one of housing art galleries, artisan shops, fashion boutiques the world's most visited shrines. and restaurants. Notre-Dame Basilica of Montréal Mount Royal Park Its magnificent interior, paintings, sculptures and This splendid park is an ideal site for an stained-glass windows belong to Montréal's religious enjoyable walk and offers superb viewpoints. heritage. Montréal Tower / Olympic Park Parc Jean-Drapeau The Olympic Stadium was built for the 1976 Summer Just minutes from the city centre, in the middle of the Olympic Games. A funicular-type elevator brings visitors mighty St. Lawrence River, sit two island retreats. This to the top of the Tower, the tallest inclined tower in the mosaic of water and greenery is a popular playground world. for Montréalers. Excursion size: standard Excursion type: scenic, cultural Suggested tour duration: minimum 3 hours Suggested transportation: coach Activity level: easy Wheelchair accessible 6 TRAVELLING THROUGH 375 YEARS History Tour © Maison Saint-Gabriel, Pierre Guzzo Who? For history-savvy visitors looking to learn more about the city’s 375-year evolution. Ideal for travellers seeking educational experiences while getting acquainted with the city. TOUR DESCRIPTION One only turns 375 years old once! In 2017, Canada’s second oldest metropolis will mark its 375th anniversary. Along with a Montréal-certified professional tour guide, your clients will embark on a tour that covers the city’s main historical landmarks with insightful comments from the guide and experiences on sites designed to draw anyone back in time! Ask for the following must-sees in your tour: Old Montréal Maison Saint-Gabriel, Cobblestone streets are lined with historical buildings Museum and Historic Site housing art galleries, artisan shops, fashion boutiques This magnificent 300-year-old house presents various and restaurants. aspects of rural life in Montréal in the 17th century. Pointe-à-Callière, Château Ramezay, Montréal Museum of Archaeology and Historic Site and Museum of Montréal History From Amerindian prehistory to the beginning of the Broadcast in eight languages, the 18-minute 20th century, discover the history of Montréal and multimedia show features historical characters Québec. and explores Montréal's transformation from the Native American era to the present day. The Golden Square Mile This beautiful neighbourhood is lined with gorgeous Centre d'histoire de Montréal Victorian homes, leafy parks and trees and a plethora of Montréal's history comes alive through visual and sound architectural masterpieces. effects and intriguing artefacts. Excursion size: standard Excursion type: history Suggested tour duration: minimum 3 hours Transportation: coach Activity Level: easy 7 OLD MONTRÉAL Walking Tour © Mathieu Dupuis, Cruise Saint-Lawrence Who? Ideal for visitors willing to explore this neighborhood in depth, and those who would like to get oriented before exploring Old Montréal on their own. TOUR DESCRIPTION With its winding cobblestone streets, majestic greystone buildings and old world feel, Old Montréal offers extraordinary time travel absolutely free of charge. From the majestic Notre-Dame Basilica to bustling Place Jacques Cartier to the cutting-edge Pointe-à-Callière Museum, the old city is not only imbued with rich history, but timeless beauty and inspiration. Clients will love how this compact, heritage-rich part of the city effortlessly transports them back to yesteryear. Ask for the following must-sees in your tour: Notre-Dame Basilica of Montréal Its magnificent interior, paintings, sculptures and Saint-Paul Street stained-glass windows belong to Montréal's religious This street dating back to the city's inception is now heritage. lined with boutiques and restaurants. Pointe-à-Callière, Place Jacques-Cartier Montréal Museum of Archaeology and History Formerly a market, place Jacques Cartier is now one the At the very birthplace of Montréal, the museum offers city's main gathering places and entertainment sites. an archaeological tour from the 14th century to present day. Château Ramezay, Historic Site and Museum of Montréal Place d’Armes From Amerindian prehistory to the beginning of the The statue of the founder of Montréal overlooks this 20th century, discover the history of Montréal and public place surrounded by buildings witness to its Québec. history. Visit Tourisme Montréal’s website for a list of companies offering this tour, or contact your preferred DMC. www.tourisme-montreal.org Excursion size: standard Excursion type: scenic, cultural Suggested tour duration: 3 hours Activity level: active 8 MONTRÉAL OLD PORT © Tourisme Montréal, Mathieu Dupuis ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION The Old Port is the perfect place for dining, people watching, relaxing, shopping, and enjoying sunny days at the Clock Tower Beach. Paddleboats, quadricycles, and a guided historical tour help your client see the city from a new perspective, while several cruises and excursions offer maritime activities, at full speed or nice and easy with a gourmet meal. The area is also home to the Montréal Science Centre and the IMAX (R) TELUS, where you can have fun learning more about the world. SOME OF THE OLD PORT ATTRACTIONS Montréal Science Centre IMAX THEATRE Astounding, funny, and surprising, the 4 permanent The Montreal Science Centre IMAX®TELUS Theatre exhibitions at the Montréal Science Centre open the features the latest and best of the IMAX® film doors to exploring, learning, and understanding a range productions. Images of unparalleled quality are of topics related to science and technology. projected on a seven-story screen. Clock Tower Beach Cruises and excursions The Clock Tower Beach offers stunning views of the Many of Montréal’s top short cruises and excursion Jacques Cartier Bridge, Old Montréal, and the city leave from the Old Port. Whether your clients want to skyline. Although swimming in the river is not possible, embark on a slow-paced, gourmet dinner cruise or visitors can indulge in pleasant sunbathing with all the enjoy the thrill of a jet boating experience on the Rapids, beach essentials, including umbrellas, sprayers, showers, the Old Port is their anchorage. a boardwalk, a refreshment stand, heaps of soft and silky sand, and a snack bar.
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