This trip has been canceled due to the Coronavirus guidelines. Contact Yankee Trails for a refund.
This tour will include a native Canadian step-on-guide who will lead us in a walking tour of Old Montreal's narrow cobblestone streets with its lively plazas and charming shops and cafes, visits to historical sites, and time for independent shopping and enjoying French food. Since this trip will involve a great deal of walking on uneven surfaces, it is not recommended for those with walking difficulties. Depending upon the number of people sharing a room, the cost for this trip is between $470 and $670. Included in the price are hotel accommodations for two nights at Le Nouvel Hotel in Montreal, two full hot breakfasts, one dinner, a food tasting tour, and baggage handling. Roundtrip transportation will be provided by Yankee Trails Deluxe Motorcoach. Pick up points are at 6:15 am at the Rensselaer Yankee Trails Bus Terminal, 6:45 am at Latham Farms, or 7:15 am at Wilton Mall (no overnight parking). You may register for the trip by typing the following link in your browser’s address bar: tours.yankeetrails.com/tour/rc10montreal. This website will give a more detailed itinerary, pricing details, and registration information. Updates on the trip will also be on that website. Individual trip insurance is available through Yankee Trails. Payment for the trip can be by credit card. For any concerns or to get a phone number to use instead of the internet, contact Dina Ariemma at fdariemma@verizon.net or Rose Marie Carey at 518-732-5384. Deadline for registration is April 1, 2020. NOTE: It is extremely important that you have proper identification at the Canadian Border Crossing—either an enhanced driver’s license or a valid passport.
Itinerary as of December 6, 2019:
Day 1 - Tuesday May 19, 2020 Arrive 15 minutes prior to departure
- 6:15 AM Depart Yankee Trails Office, Rensselaer
- 6:45 AM Depart Dicks Field & Stream, Latham Farms
- 7:15 AM Depart Wilton Mall -- JC Penney's Lot (no overnight parking allowed)
- For Canadian Border crossing, each passenger ust bring Proper ID either enhanced driver's license or valid passport
- Rest stop will be made enroute
- 11:30 AM: Upon arrival in Montreal meet guide
- Free time for lunch
- 1:00 PM: Walking tour of Old Montreal. Visit Notre-Dame Basilica, Montreal's oldest Catholic Church, built in 1656. Known for its intricately designed interior, which includes stained glass chronicling the history of the city
- 3:30 PM: Montreal City tour including the downtown and Mount Royale
- 5:30 PM: Arrival at LeNouvel Hotel and Wellness Spa to experience an entirely new level of hospitality excellence, with an on site restaurant, lounge, spa (Massage, Yoga, Pilates), hair salon and great central location in Montreal.
- Dinner on your own either at the hotel restaurant or choose from many cafes and restaurants near by.
Day 2; Wednesday, May 20, 2020
- 7:00 to 8:00 AM: Full hot breakfast at hotel
- 8:30 AM: Board Coach and depart for a day of touring
- 9:00 AM: Visit the Olympic Village and then visit the Biodome. The Biodome is undergoing a renovation and plans to open in Spring of 2020. If not open on the day, the tour operator will substitute an attraction nearby as well as suggestions for lunch in advance of the tour departure. Visit the Botanical Gardens.
- 4:30 PM: Arrival back at the hotel to freshen up and get ready for your French dinner.
- 6:00 PM: Depart for inspired French dinner in Old Montreal.
- 6:30 PM: Enjoy a four-course dinner at Le Bonaparte Restaurant.
Day 3 - Thursday, May 21, 2020
- 7:00 to 8:00 AM: Full hot breakfast at the hotel and check out
- 9:00 AM: Departure for free time for shopping on Ste-Catherine Street
- 11:00 AM: Departure for Jean-Talon Market. Enjoy a two-hour culinary tour including five tastings (not replacing a meal). Free time for lunch around the market or bring some delicious treats home.
- 1:30 PM: Depart for Albany, NY
- Stop on Duty Free for shopping (no longer than 45 minutes). Additional rest stop enroute home.
- 6:00 to 6:30 PM: Approximate arrival at Wilton Mall, Latham Farms, and Yankee Trails