Quebec City Winter Carnival

Feb 5-7, 2027 MLT

3 Days

Low - Moderate

TOUR SUMMARY

2 nights accommodation inside the Quebec City fortification walls at the Hotel Clarendon, (418) 692-1511 in the heart of the action, across the park from the Chateau Frontenac!
2 Full breakfasts each morning at the Hotel Clarendon
Travel to Valcartier for a self guided tour of the world famous Ice Hotel / Hôtel de Glace
1 dinner at a Quebec Sugar Shack with a traditional Quebec meal with musical entertainment and dancing!
Winter Carnival Passport
Guided Tour of the Chateau Frontenac
Bellman’s gratuities for 1 piece of luggage
Services of a Professional Maple Leaf Tour Director
Deluxe Motor Coach Travel with Wifi, air conditioning, DVD, reclining seats with drink holds and seat belts
All taxes and service charges are included (except for Tour Director and Driver gratuity)

The 2027 Winter Experience: This year the Carnaval transforms you from dazzled spectator into active participant. At its unique events, you’ll discover winter in all its forms and experience chills and thrills you’ll never forget. In addition to enjoying the 300 activities and shows, you can, taste the famous maple taffy on snow, play the giant bowling game, enjoy the canoe races across the St. Lawrence river, admire the ephemeral beauty of snow sculptures, discover the way of life for Quebecers and much more! All activities for Quebec Winter Carnaval will be announce fall 2026 and the activities will be confirmed at that time.

Day 1 Friday, February 5 - Quebec City

8:00 am Welcome one and all to the Maple Leaf Lounge at the Kingston Shrine Club (2360 Princess Street at Collins Bay Road). Come on in and say hello to your Maple Leaf Tour Director and meet your fellow travelling companions as we begin our Quebec City Christmas experience! We’ll enjoy a mid morning comfort break on the way.
12:00 pm Lunch today is on your own as we stop in Saint-Hyacinthe, on our way to La Belle Province!
4:00 pm Oh La La, you’ll be in awe as we arrive in Quebec City at the beautiful Hotel Clarendon, inside the fortification walls, a unique experience at the oldest hotel! (418) 692-2480 www.hotelclarendon.com Dating from 1870, this elegant hotel in Old Québec is across the park from the Chateau Frontenac and minutes away from La Citadelle de Québec, shops, galleries and restaurants of Quartier Petit Champlain.
5:30 pm We’ll enjoy a welcome dinner together at our hotel this evening before you have a chance to wander and explore on your own. The German Christmas Markets are directly in front of our hotel and scattered throughout this quaint city! Stroll the quaint streets of old Quebec at your leisure, shop, browse, and take in the beauty that surrounds you! (D)
The German style Christmas Market is a magical place that comes to life in the heart of Old Québec, a few weeks before Christmas. It is a market designed to recreate as closely as possible the atmosphere of the big European Christmas markets and to offer you a unique and unforgettable experience. On the menu – A wonderland
with a unique and warm atmosphere, beautiful decorations, a great selection of succulent German treats (bratwurst, mulled wine, gingerbread, and much more), delicious terroir products, exquisite Christmas gifts, choral singing, shows, indoor and outdoor performances, and the much-anticipated Lufthansa Group WinterBar. Québec City’s German Christmas Market: an exceptional multi-sensory experience you don’t want to miss! (D)

Day 2 Saturday, February 6 - Quebec City

7:00 am This morning, at your leisure, enjoy a wonderful breakfast at the hotel at the time of your choosing. The day is yours to enjoy all the activities of the Winter Carnival. Your Carnival Passport provides access to most activities. You will also receive an event listing and map. Today you can enjoy all the activities at Winter Carnaval. The schedule for Winter Carnaval will be announced late summer 2023.
3:00 pm Let’s board our coach and depart from the Hotel Clarendon and travel to Valcartier to the World Famous Ice Hotel /Hôtel de Glace.
3:45 pm We’ll enjoy a self guided tour of the world famous Ice Hotel/Hôtel de Glace. Remember to dress warm! Visit the Hôtel de Glace (ice hotel) A Stunning Masterpiece. The only one of its kind in North America, the Hôtel de Glace (ice hotel) changes theme each winter to the delight of locals and tourists alike. Fascinating art and winter splendour greet you as soon as you enter the Grand Hall. You’ll be awestruck by the hotel’s rooms and themed suites which are decorated with majestic sculptures. Make sure to stop by our sumptuous chapel, where people from all over the world come to get married in magical ambiance. To add a touch of warmth to your visit, top it off with a delicious cocktail served in a glass made of ice!
5:15 pm On our way back to Quebec City, we’ll visit to a Quebec maple Sugar Shack for a traditional Quebecois dinner complete with traditional folklore entertainment with music and dancing! After an enjoyable evening we will transfer back to our hotel and the rest of the evening is yours to enjoy! (B) (D)

Day 3 Sunday, February 7 - Home

7:00 am Once again, enjoy a full breakfast at your leisure. Enjoy your free morning as you please discovering the delights of Old Quebec City.
10:30 am Experience the history of the prestigious Château Frontenac during a guided tour of this iconic hotel located on one of the most beautiful sites in Quebec City. You will discover the famous people and historical events that have shaped the identity of the Fairmont Château Frontenac over the years, as well as its architectural development and facelift undergone in recent years. After our tour, you will have time for lunch on you own before head for home.
12:00 pm Check out of our hotel and our coach will transfer us to Lower Town where there will be time to browse the quaint stores of Place Royale and Le Petite Champlain.
1:00 pm It’s time to watch the Canoe Races across the St. Lawrence River! There will be time to pick up some last minute souvenirs and have lunch on your own.
2:00 pm After a lovely week-end, we’ll leave La Belle Province and journey home. We’ll make a brief comfort break as well as a quick dinner stop along the way.
10:00 pm Our expected arrival back in Kingston. (B)

Belleville

IHOP, 902 Wallbridge-Loyalist Road, Parking on the Eastside of the Building

7:00 am

Napanee

Flying J, Norteast Corner

7:30 am

Kingston

Shrine Club, 3260 Princess Street

8:00 am

Gananoque

Hwy 2 Carpool Lot

8:30 am

Brockville

Food Basics, Jefferson Dr

9:00 am

Cornwall

Petro Canada at 401 Exit 796

10:30 am

Insurance

TRAVEL INSURANCE
Cancellation & Medical Insurance is strongly recommended for overnight tours and out of country travel.

Travel Insurance is available for purchase through Maple Leaf Tours.

Call us today for your no-obligation quote 613-384-0012 in Kingston OR 613-969-8884 in Belleville!

BEFORE YOU GO

Regular stops will be made for comfort breaks and meals.
For the comfort of fellow travelers, kindly refrain from using scented products.
Tipping for your Tour Director and Motor Coach driver is completely voluntary, based on level of service.
Proceeds of Maple Leaf Tours help to support Indigenous scholarships.
Porterage of 1 large suite case per person, you may also bring 1 carry-on per person
Please keep all medication with your person not in luggage
Cancellation and Medical insurance is not covered in your package but is strongly recommended for out of province travel
Insurance is available through Maple Leaf, please call to inquire today!

Double

$999

Triple

$949

Quad

$899

Single

$1,299

A refundable deposit of $100 per person is required at the time of booking.
$50 OFF per person – Early Booking Bonus, when booked and paid in full by November 5, 2026.
Balance is due December 5, 2026.
$15 off extra per person, if paid by money order, bank draft, cash or cheque.
Refunds are not available within 45 days of travel.