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Questions

• Is there parking available nearby the departure point for The Grand Walking Tour?
• Why is The Grand Tour the best way to discover Old Quebec City - a World Heritage Site?
• Do you offer a shuttle service to Old Quebec City?
• Do you cancel tours in case of rain?
• Does The Grand Tour take place in two languages at a time?
• How can I pay for The Grand Tour?
• Do we need to reserve to join The Grand Walking Tour of Old Quebec City?
• Do you require a minimum number of people for a departure of The Grand Walking Tour to take place?
• If we are part of a small group of visitors to Quebec City, do you offer reduced rates?
• Does The Grand Walking Tour enter a few historic buildings?
• Does The Grand Walking Tour go inside Chateau Frontenac?
• Does The Grand Walking Tour enter the Quebec Citadel and the Governor General's Residence?
• Does The Grand Walking Tour cover the Quebec Plains of Abraham?
• How many Quebec historical sites do you visit during The Grand Walking Tour of Old Quebec City?
• Is Quebec First Nations' history part of The Grand Tour ?
• Are you employed by the Quebec Business and Convention Bureau?
• Do your Quebec Guides wear costumes?

Answers

Is there parking available nearby the departure point for The Grand Walking Tour?

A: Pay parking is available underneath Quebec City Hall and along “des Remparts” St. Bus routes (3, 7 & 11) stops nearby Centre Infotouriste (12, rue Ste-Anne) which is the departure point for The Grand Tour.

Why is The Grand Tour the best way to discover Old Quebec City - a World Heritage Site?

A: First of all, historic sites such as Dufferin Terrace, Place Royale, Petit-Champlain District, the Ursulines’ Convent, Basilica Notre-Dame and Quebec fortifications lie hidden inside Old Quebec City and can only be appreciated on foot. Second, all tour buses are barred from the most distinctive areas of Old Quebec City. Third, walking tours constitute an ecological and healthy way to discover Quebec City. Finally, The Grand Tour represents a rare opportunity to meet and chat with a local Quebec tour guide, who knows and breathes Quebec City.

Do you offer a shuttle service to Old Quebec City?

A: Yes, it is offered when you sign up for the Old Quebec and Country Package. Old Quebec Tours provide the shuttle service to and from Old Quebec City. The package must be completed on the same day.

Do you cancel tours in case of rain?

A: No, we walk, rain or shine. We even supply large umbrellas!

Does The Grand Tour take place in two languages at a time?

A: The Grand Tour always takes place in one language at a time. If you sign up for an English departure, rest assured that your tour will be conducted in English only.

How can I pay for The Grand Tour?

A: You may pay in Canadian dollars, with your credit card (Visa™ or Mastercard™) or simply book online with any credit card through PayPal™.

Do we need to reserve to join The Grand Walking Tour of Old Quebec City?

A: In high season – from May 1st to October 31st - it is not required to reserve your place for The Grand Tour but highly recommended. The size of groups is of 15 participants per guide and it can be quickly reached. In low season – from November 1st to April 30th - it is necessary to reserve in order to guarantee a departure.

Do you require a minimum number of people for a departure of The Grand Walking Tour to take place?

A: From May 1st to October 31st, no number is required. From November 1st to April 30th, a minimum of 2 people is required.

If we are part of a small group of visitors to Quebec City, do you offer reduced rates?

A: We offer discounted rates for groups of seven of more. Contact us to find out more!

Does The Grand Walking Tour enter a few historic buildings?

A: Our guides tend to remain outside historic buildings throughout The Grand Walking Tour, there is just so much to see! But, in case of inclement weather they may elect to enter basilica Notre-Dame or the Ursulines’ Chapel.

Does The Grand Walking Tour go inside Chateau Frontenac?

A: Being a landmark of Old Quebec, Chateau Frontenac is part of The Grand Tour. It cannot be entered by tour groups. Many of our guides will volunteer to show you its interior courtyard however.

Does The Grand Walking Tour enter the Quebec Citadel and the Governor General’s Residence?

A: Since the Quebec Citadel remains an active military base it makes use of its own guides. The Grand Tour presents its external features as well as its general history. If you wish to visit the inside of the Quebec Citadel, our combo Old Quebec and the Cidatel is the way to go!

Does The Grand Walking Tour cover the Quebec Plains of Abraham?

A: The Grand Tour stays within the confines of Old Quebec City - a World Heritage City. It is however possible to enjoy a guided tour of the Quebec Plains of Abraham by hiring a private Quebec tour guide.

How many Quebec historical sites do you visit during The Grand Walking Tour of Old Quebec City?

A: The Grand Tour will lead you through at least ten significant Quebec historical sites and introduce unique aspects of Old Quebec City along the way, be they architectural or cultural.

Is Quebec First Nations’ history part of The Grand Tour ?

A: Quebec First Nations played and keep on playing an important role in Quebec history. Their history is definitely part of The Grand Tour.

Are you employed by the Quebec Business and Convention Bureau?

A: No, Tours Voir Québec is privately owned and independent.

Do your Quebec Guides wear costumes?

A: Quebec Guides from Tours Voir Québec do not consider the use of costumes necessary to conduct interesting and stimulating Quebec City Walking Tours. They do display a name tag and the Quebec City license for tour guides.