A private, full-day sweep from Montréal to the old-world lanes and waterfalls of Québec City

MONTREAL, QC, PRIVATE FIELD GUIDE

A private, full-day sweep from Montréal to the old-world lanes and waterfalls of Québec City

A private, guided 13-hour day trip in a luxury SUV that pairs a traditional sugar-shack brunch and a guided Old City walk with free time in Petit Champlain and a scenic stop at Montmorency Falls — a compact guide to planning the day.

A private, full-day sweep from Montréal to the old-world lanes and waterfalls of Québec City.

Duration
13 hours
Location
Montreal, QC,
Operator
Throwback Tours
Category
Private
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Travelers are collected at their Montréal hotel for a private, comfortable transfer to Québec City in a seven-seat luxury SUV, beginning with a sugar-shack brunch and continuing through a guided walk of Old Québec, independent time in Petit Champlain, and a visit to the dramatic Montmorency Falls before a relaxed return to Montréal.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE LANDSCAPE

Montmorency Falls: a final, vertiginous stop

The itinerary finishes with a stop at Montmorency Falls, where sweeping views of the cascade are paired with the option to walk across a suspension bridge for an elevated perspective.

THE FOOD

Sugar-shack brunch and maple traditions

About 1½ hours into the drive you pause at a traditional sugar shack for a hearty Québecois brunch—pea soup, pastries and maple-infused specialties—plus a demonstration of syrup production and fresh maple taffy tasting.

THE HISTORY

A guided walk through UNESCO-listed Old Québec

A 1½-hour guided walking tour threads cobblestone streets from Château Frontenac through the Plains of Abraham, offering concentrated context on the city’s layered past and architectural character.

What the day feels like

What the day feels like

The day unfolds as a series of intimate, curated moments: an early hotel pickup in a private SUV, a convivial sugar-shack brunch with maple demonstrations, a focused guided walk of Old Québec, a spell of free time in the Petit Champlain quarter, a scenic stop at Montmorency Falls and a comfortable drive back to Montréal — all paced within a 13-hour round trip.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who benefits most from a private day trip like this — and who should check details before booking.

1
History buffsIdeal: the guided 1.5-hour walking tour through UNESCO-listed Old Québec concentrates historical context and landmarks into a compact experience.
2
Food and culture seekersA strong match: the sugar-shack brunch and maple demonstration provide direct access to Québecois culinary traditions alongside urban cultural exploration.
3
Couples or small private groupsDesigned as a private experience in a seven-seat luxury SUV, this trip suits pairs or small groups seeking personalized attention and flexible pacing.
4
Travelers with limited mobilityMay require advance discussion with the operator: the itinerary includes walking on cobblestones and an optional suspension-bridge crossing at Montmorency Falls that could be challenging for some guests.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

This is a full 13-hour private day trip that begins with hotel pickup in Montréal and concludes with hotel drop-off after returning from Québec City.

What to Bring

Bring appropriate clothing for walking and for the day’s weather; plan for some walking on cobblestones and at the falls.

Logistics

Transport is provided in a private seven-seat luxury SUV with a professional guide; the operator handles pickup from your Montréal hotel and the return drive after the day’s activities.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

Where do we meet for the trip?

Pickup is arranged directly from your Montréal hotel.

How long is the excursion?

The full private day trip lasts 13 hours.

What vehicle and group size should I expect?

The experience uses a private, luxurious seven-seat SUV to transport guests in comfort.

Is food included?

The itinerary includes a sugar-shack brunch featuring traditional Québecois dishes and maple demonstrations.

Will there be free time to explore on our own?

Yes — the itinerary provides free time to explore and shop in the Petit Champlain district.

Are there any adventurous options on the route?

An optional walk across the suspension bridge at Montmorency Falls offers a more adventurous vantage point over the falls.