Destinations
Normal seasonal tours are operational from April 1- October 31. Some museums are available only in the months of July, August, and September.
The base price is reflective of a full van capacity. For less occupants, the incurred prices will be deducted from the base resulting in a lesser rate. Unless otherwise stated. There are no “individual” prices as a result.
All prices are in Canadian Dollars.
Taxes: GST: 5% & PST: 9.975%
Advance booking is required and is subject to the availability of a tour guide and vehicle.
Please refer to the website for other tour options.
6-8 hours
Confederation and the immigrant dream
A historical tour which takes you to Maison sir Étienne-Paschal-Taché National Historic Site before heading to the cruise ship to take you to the Grosse Île and the Irish Memorial National Historic Site. Here you will learn the plight of thousands of immigrants who arrived on the shores of Canada.
Included:
- Admission to Grosse Île and the Irish Memorial National Historic Site
- AML Lachance Cruise boat travel costs from Berthier Sur Mer. (To be added per person)
- Licensed guide in period costume
- Transport in a 9-passenger van.
- Supplied snack and drinks or lunch boxes and drinks.
- Offered in English and French
*Taxes not included *Additional price for lunch boxes
Duration 6-8 hours.
Capacity: eight passengers.
Rate: base price: $300.00 with additional costs for each person’s ship passage.
4 hours
Discover the Wolf
A driving tour which takes you south into the Appalachian Mountains. Here you will visit scenic waterways, parks, a covered bridge with the highlight being a visit to The Wolf Sanctuary LUPO. The wolves will captivate your hearts and imagination. Come join the pack!
Included:
- Licensed guide
- Transport in a 9-passenger van
- Supplied snack and drinks or lunch boxes and drinks.
- Offered in English and French
*Taxes not included *Additional price for LUPO fees and lunch boxes.
Duration 4- hours.
Capacity: eight passengers.
Rates: Base Price: $390 for 4 hours. Additional costs for individual entrance fees at LUPO.
4-6 hours
Route des Navigateurs
This tour is a “hodgepodge” of scenic and historical sites mixed with stops at museums, local merchants and local food, wine, and cider producers. It is a literal Sunday drive taking in the delights of the area. You dictate which stops you want and duration. Everything is an option as we cruise along. You never know what you will find. Many of these sites are available on the Tourisme Chaudière-Appalaches website.
Included:
- Licensed guide in period costume
- Transport in a 9-passenger van.
- Supplied snack and drinks or lunch boxes and drinks.
- Offered in English and French
*Taxes not included *Additional price for lunch boxes
Options:
- Admission to the Maison sir Étienne-Paschal-Taché National Historic Site.
- Admission to le musée de l’Accordéon.
- Admission at the musée Maritime du Québec.
- Admission at the musée du Sculpture sur bois
- Visit at Domaine RITT (Apple orchard and cider producer)
- Visit at Domaine Des Feux Follets – Winery
- Visit to Boutique Les Alpagas du Cap
- Visit to The Ferme L’Apprentie
Duration: 4-6 hours.
Capacity: eight passengers.
Rate: base price: $390.00 for 4 hours with an additional cost of 115/hour. Additional costs also for museum entrance fees.
6 hours
The Battles for Quebec
This historical tour can commence either in Levis or in Quebec City. It is partially a walking and a driving tour. Visit locations of the numerous battles for the control of this part of the new world. French, British, First Nations, American Colonists all fought over this little patch of land. A visit to the Musée des plaines d’Abraham is an important stop along the way.
Included:
- Transport in a 9-passenger van
- Ferry cost to travel from Levis to Quebec City and return.
- Admission to the Musée des plaines d’Abraham
- Licensed guide in period costume
- Supplied snacks and drinks.
- Offered in English and French
Duration 6 hours.
Capacity: eight passengers.
Rate: Base price $590 for 6 hours with an additional $115/hour for an extended version
6 hours
La Route des Plumes
A driving tour with stops at the local bird sanctuaries and waterfowl haunts (when in season). The local communities have created a “birders” paradise for those who want to get beautiful photos of our fine feathered friends. Bring your camera, binoculars good footwear, a jacket, and a hat. We will have a “hoot of a time”
Included:
- Licensed guide in
- Transport in a 9-passenger van
- Supplied snacks and drinks or lunch boxes and drinks.
- Offered in English and French
*Taxes not included. * Additional price for lunch boxes.
Duration 4-6 hour
Capacity: eight passengers
Rates: base price $390 for 4 hours with an additional $95/hour for an extended version.
4-6 hours
The Scottish History of Quebec
This historical walking tour is in Vieux Quebec. This is a unique experience which relates the history of the Scots, not only in the city, but identifies the first migration patterns and how they are strongly embedded into the culture of the local area and of Canada. A visit to the Morrin Centre helps emphasise the important contributions that the Scots have made and continue to make although many now only speak French.
Included:
- Transport in a 9-passenger van (If you need to get to Quebec City)
- Ferry cost to travel from Levis to Quebec City and return.
- Licensed guide in period costume
- Supplied snacks and drinks.
- Admission to the Morrin Centre
- Offered in English and French
- For people simply wanting the “Walking Tour” and are already in Quebec City, call for a reduced price.
Duration 4 -6 hours.
Capacity: eight passengers.
Rate: Base price $490 for 4 hours with an additional $115/hour for an extended version
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Bespoke Tours
This custom-made tour is based on your interests and wishes. It can also be designed, based on your family history. For planning this type of tour, we need to have sufficient time to research or confirm family trees and design a tour for you to visit the places where your ancestors lived, loved, and laughed. Let us walk their footsteps together.
Included:
- Transport in a 9-passenger van
- Ferry cost to travel from Levis to Quebec City and return.
- Licensed guide in period costume
- Supplied snacks and drinks.
- Research/Genealogy research.
- Offered in English and French
Duration: TBD
Capacity: eight passengers.
Rate: TBD
4 hours
Photography Excursions
If you wish to simply wish to take photographs of scenic locations, Historic sites, and need somebody to show you around, we can take you to many places off the beaten path or not. Sometimes it is just seeing things from a different angle.
Included:
- Transport in a 9-passenger van
- Ferry cost to travel from Levis to Quebec City and return. (If you wish to see Quebec City)
- Licensed guide
- Supplied snacks and drinks.
- Offered in English and French
Duration 4 hours.
Capacity: eight passengers.
Rate: Base price $390 for 4 hours.
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Hop On – Hop Off
We offer a hop on – hop off service for our tour guide to jump on your bus and give you a tour of the local area. This may include stops at your discretion and timetable. All custom made for your interests. Let us guide you in your journey. We are not a bus, taxi, or Uber service. We are only allowed to transport passengers so the tour guide can guide you along your journey.
Included:
- Licensed guide in period costume
- Offered in English and French
Duration: TBD
Capacity: N/A
Rate: TBD
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The Full Deal
If you are looking to explore the area in an affordable leisurely manner, then we offer two full deal packages. One is a 3-day composite package, and another is a 5–7-day package. If you arrive by Train, Plane, Bus, Ship or Automobile then we can pick you up to start your journey as soon as you arrive. You pick which tours best match your visit, and we will help make it a memorable event.
Included:
- Transport in a 9-passenger van
- Ferry cost to travel from Levis to Quebec City and return. (If you wish to see Quebec City)
- Licensed guide in period costume
- Supplied snacks and drinks.
- Offered in English and French
- To be determined.
Duration TBD
Capacity: eight passengers.
Rate: TBD
2 hours
PARTNERSHIP
Mount-Hermon Cemetery (Quebec City)
Because of our unique partnership and knowledge of the local history, we are offering group tours in the English language to pre-planned visitors The Mount-Hermon cemetery. The cemetery is one of the oldest rural garden cemeteries in Canada. Visit the beautiful park like setting filled with weathered monuments and learn the story of long forgotten people, but some names will make you say “Aha.” Our guide portrays, George Okill Stuart who served as the first cemetery president.
Included:
- Transport in a 9-passenger van (If you need to get to Quebec City)
- Licensed guide in period costume
- Supplied snacks and drinks. (Van passengers only)
- Sorry, this is only offered in English at the present time.
- The walking tour itself is 2 hours. If people are travelling with our guide to get to the site, then there will be additional travel time and cost incurred. There will also be other historical site visits along the way, all depending on your wishes.
- Walking tour only: Registration required through the Mount-Hermon Cemetery: https://www.mounthermoncemetery.com/
Duration: 2-hour tour
Rate: TBD
Rain or Shine
2 hours
PARTNERSHIP
Maison sir Étienne-Paschal-Taché National Historic Site (Montmagny)
Because of our unique partnership and knowledge of the local history, we are offering group tours in the English language for pre-planned visitors to the home of Sir Étienne-Paschal-Taché, Medical Doctor, Prime Minister of Lower Canada, and a Father of Confederation. The tour includes a short walk through Vieux Montmagny to hear the stories of some of the other old houses which remain in town. Our guide portrays Albert Bender, Lawyer, and son in law to Sir Taché.
Included:
- Licensed guide in period costume
- Tours offered in French and English
- Walking tour only: Registration required through the Maison sir Étienne-Paschal-Taché National Historic Site website: https://www.ville.montmagny.qc.ca/fr/loisirs-et-culture/culture/maison-sir-etienne-paschal-tache/
Duration: 2-hour tour
Rate: TBD
Rain or Shine
2 hours
PARTNERSHIP
La Seigneurie des Aulnaies (St-Roch-des-Aulnaies)
Because of our unique partnership and knowledge of the local history, we are offering group tours in the English language to pre-planned visitors to Le Seigneurie des Aulnaies. This is a working water-powered flour mill, and Victorian era Manor House. The Seigneurial home of Paschal-Amable Dionne. Our guide portrays Edward Ennis, the Irish born engineer who built the stone mill in 1842.
Included:
- Licensed guide in period costume
- Tours in French and English.
- Walking tour only: Register through le Seigneurie des Aulnaies: https://www.laseigneuriedesaulnaies.qc.ca/groupes/
Duration: 2-hour tour
Rate: TBD
Rain or Shine
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PARTNERSHIP
Québec Cicerone Tours (Quebec City)
If you wish to take in tours in Quebec City which are not part of our operating area, we are partnered with Cicerone Tours so that you can continue your journey into the heart of Vieux Quebec in a stress free and enjoyable environment. Explore the city with their guides in period costume. We can ensure that you arrive for your tour on time and pick you up after a day in Vieux Quebec.
Included :
- Licensed guide in period costume
- Tours in French and English
- Transport in a 9-passenger van
Travel costs for the Levis-Quebec ferry (and return) - Remarks:
Due to our partnership, we can register you for these tours. - To see their tour options please refer to their website: https://cicerone.ca/
Duration: TBD
Rate: TBD
Rain or Shine
Private Group Tours
If you want to get off the beaten path, and to slow down and smell the roses, then look no further.
If you have already seen Quebec City and Montreal, and want to experience a different part of Quebec, then look no further.
If you are on a budget and want to maximize your dollar and see the sites of Quebec City and the south shore, look no further.
If you are travelling the Trans Canada Highway heading to the Maritimes and need a sanity break to see what is along the route, then look no further.
If you are somebody who is just wanting to learn about your roots, and see where they lived, then look no further.
If you are from English Canada and really wish to learn more about your French speaking neighbours, then look no further.