Private Tour Montmorency Falls, Basilica & Orleans Island
Description
Start your half-day escape from Quebec City with a visit to the Albert Gilles Museum, where copper sheets come alive as breathtaking works of art. Next, step into the awe-inspiring Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré; explore freely or join a guided tour inside. Then, feel the power of Montmorency Falls up close before finishing on Île d'Orléans, where hidden gems, local flavors, and handcrafted chocolates await. Morning and afternoon departures available, with flexible pick-up and drop-off wherever suits you best. Book your spot today!
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Itinerary
Museum showcasing the work of the eponymous copper artist, with tours, demonstrations & a boutique.
You'll have 45 minutes to explore the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré and the choice is yours! Wander through this magnificent shrine at your own pace, admiring its stunning architecture, stained glass windows, and the deeply moving atmosphere that has drawn pilgrims from around the world for centuries. Do you prefer a richer experience? A guided tour inside the Basilica is also available (i offer that by myself with no additional fees), giving you deeper insight into its history and significance. It's entirely up to you!
You will stop at Montmorency Falls. Discover this impressive fall on this 4.5 hour tour.
You will get to be driven on a short portion of the island.
Travel back in time to the 17th century and taste the very first cheese made in America at Fromages de l’isle d’Orléans. The shopkeepers are dressed in period clothing and serve up their fabulous fromages. There’s a faisselle-style unripened cheese, a roasting cheese called the Paillasson de l’Isle, and plenty of other local goodies.
Made exclusively with berries grown on Île d’Orléans, the jams at Confiturerie Tigidou are a taste sensation. Plus, the 1920s-inspired interior is highly Instagrammable.
Small stop-by on one of the two exceptional vineyards that allows you to enjoy a view of Montmorency Falls. accompany your organic wine tasting with a wood-fired pizza at Vignoble Sainte-Pétronille or order a signature platter created by renowned chef Laurent Godbout at Saint-Pierre Le Vignoble.
Homemade chocolates & ice cream are the specialties at this busy shop with a cozy interior & patio. From there, you can take a stroll down Rue Horatio-Walker for a superb view of Québec City and admire the mansions on the tip of the island.
At the end of the tour, we'll drop you off at your desired location. Whether that's your hotel, a specific address, or anywhere else that's convenient for you.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We offer flexible pick-up and drop-off options to make your experience as convenient as possible. Just let us know your preferred location and time, and we'll do our best to accommodate you!
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(4)
This was a great tour with Adam. He took us to a variety of interesting sites and kept just the right pace for us. We were really taken with the cathedral. After seeing many churches throughout Europe, this was an incredible site full of surprises. Next we stopped at the copper museum and had a demonstration of etching in copper, that was very interesting. The museum was beautiful and the artifacts were one of a kind. We stopped at Montmorency Falls next and they did not disappoint! Finally we went over to Ile D’Orleans and Adam took us to a variety of great little local spots: a fabulous cheese place that was a fun location and every cheese we had was amazing! A winery, a delicious jam factory where we left weighed down by delicious preserves and last but certainly not least a chocolate & ice cream shop that was busy and for very good reason! Adam was patient, kind, and very hospitable and made this day a very special part of our family Quebec City holiday!
We had a lovely day with Adam on this private tour. Montmorency Falls and the Ste. Anne cathedral were the highlights. We had plenty of time to experience each stop and take pictures. Adam volunteered to take pictures whenever we wanted. We were picked up/dropped off at our hotel and the vehicle was very comfortable. On the Île d’Orleans, I bought jam and chocolate. Adam bought us berries at a farm stop: raspberries and camerises (new to me)! He offered the island’s famous ice cream but we had to save appetites for our dinner reservation. Adam was very friendly and helpful. He shared recommendations about places to visit and restaurants. It was a memorable day.
We had the pleasure of touring with Adam on the private Montmorency Falls, Basilica & Île d'Orléans tour, and it was fantastic from start to finish. Adam was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and flexible with our timing — he really made sure we got the most out of every stop without ever feeling rushed. Île d'Orléans was definitely the highlight for us — such a beautiful, peaceful spot and a great contrast to the city. The vehicle was comfortable, the pacing throughout the day was just right, and communication was excellent the whole way through. Highly recommend this tour if you're looking for a relaxed, personal way to see the falls and the island. Thank you, Adam, for such a memorable experience!
If I could give this tour a 10 I would! Awesome experience. Adam had so many historical facts and took us to all the key spots in Quebec City. He was very patient and allowed us to spend as much time as we wanted at each stop. Highly recommend!
