Montreal & The Laurentian Mountains
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Explore a region famous for its old world European charm and breathtaking views.
Duration:
4 Days/3 Nights
Meals Included:
3 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch
Rates:
$649.95 Per Person
NOTE: Itinerary subject to change
Day 1:Travel to Montreal, Quebec Canada
Lunch on own en route
Stop at US/Canadian Border to Clear Customs
Three overnights at Best Western Ville-Marie
Dinner on own
Day 2:
Breakfast at hotel
Guided Tour of Montreal
Admission to Notre Dame Basilica
Free time on own
Dinner on own
Day 3:
Breakfast at hotel
Travel to Laurentian Mountains
Full Day Guided Sightseeing of Laurentian Mountains
Enjoy a cruise on Lac des Sables
Lunch at L'Ambroisie at Hotel Mont Gabriel
Free time on own
Return to Montreal
Dinner on own
Day 4:
Breakfast at hotel
Check out
Travel home
Stop at US/Canadian Border to clear customs
Lunch on own en route home
Every Starr trip includes deluxe motorcoach transportation and overnight accommodations.
The 3 Hour Guided Sightseeing Tour of Montreal features views of Dominion Square, Place Bonaventure, Court Houses, Old Montreal, Notre Dame Basilica, The Harbour Front, Ride by Olympic Park, The Old French Quarter, Mt. Royal Park & pass Beaver Lake, Downtown Financial District, University of Montreal and McGill University.
Notre Dame Basilica
A masterpiece of neo-Gothic architecture, the Basilica was constructed between 1824 & 1829. Its East Tower, known as "The Temperance," holds a ten-bell carillon, while the West Tower, called "The Perseverance," holds "Le Gros Bourdon," a bell weighing 10,900 kg. The polychrome interior is highlighted by outstanding woodwork that is either painted or gilded. Located at the back of the basilica are the Sacre-Coeur Chapel & the Notre Dame Museum.
Laurentian Mountains Sightseeing Tour
The Laurentians, are North America's oldest mountain chain, featuring unspoiled wilderness filled with immense forests, country villages, rolling hills and over 1,200 freshwater lakes.
En route to the Laurentian Mountains, enjoy the services of a local connoisseur of the region! Our guide will talk about the history, traditions, activities and attractions in the Laurentians.
The tour includes a photo stop in Sainte-Adolphe d'Howard, a most inviting town strategically located amidst mountains and lakes.
Enjoy a stop at the charming village of Saint-Sauveur, a small village where designer fashion, handicraft boutiques and bistros are set.
There will be minimal walking done during this tour.
Cruise on Lac des Sables
Explore a region famous for its breathtaking views on a 50 minute boat cruise on Lac des Sables in the Laurentian Mountains.
Historical commentary is in French and English. The boat offers bar service.
Enjoy the Best Western Ville-Marie Hotel, located in the heart of Montreal, beside famous Mount Royal park and steps from Ste-Catherine and Crescent Streets famous for their boutiques and nightlife.
The hotel features a Fitness Room .
Le Parmigiano features Italian specialties (Pastas, Veal, Grills, fish) as well as Montreal favorites!
Cafe Castel, a European style cafe offers guests a unique ambiance to enjoy some of the finest sandwiches and salads.
There are also many restaurants just steps away from the hotel.
Guestrooms include coffee maker, iron/board, hair dryer, and refrigerator.
Cots are available for $25.00 plus tax per night.
The hotel is 100% Non-Smoking.
-We strongly recommend that your passport be valid for six (6) months beyond the completion of your trip.
-There is a lot of walking required (and hills) on this trip. Passengers that travel in a wheelchair may find it difficult to travel on this tour.
Starr has a select quantity of wheelchair accessible motorcoaches available; therefore, we suggest you contact a Travel Advisor to discuss any needs you may have before reserving your trip.
-For travel to Canada, a Passport Book or Passport Card is always needed when leaving or returning to the U.S. by motorcoach. Children 16 and under can cross the Canadian border using only a U.S. Birth Certificate (original or copy) with both parents named listed. Children under 18 not traveling with both parents must have special notarized approval from both parents.
We strongly recommend that your passport be valid for six (6) months beyond the completion of your trip. In addition, we recommend that you make at least two photocopies of your passport; one to be left with someone at home who will assist you in the event your documents are misplaced, lost or stolen and one to be kept in the safe in your room while traveling.
Special Notes: Anyone with a criminal record (including misdemeanors or Driving While Impaired (DWI)) may be barred from entering or removed from Canada and must obtain a special waiver well in advance of any planned travel. To determine whether you may be inadmissible and how to overcome this finding, please refer to the Canadian citizenship and immigration website: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/guides/5312E.asp
Those persons traveling to Canada, who are not U.S. citizens, may have additional requirements for border crossing.
Starr Transit Co. Inc. cannot accept liability for any passenger refused entry into any country due to failure of the passenger to carry correct documentation.
For further information on entry requirements, travelers may contact the Canadian Embassy at 501 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington D.C. 20001, tel. (202) 682-1740; or the Canadian consulate in New York at (212) 596-1600