Arriving In Quebec a Day Early

[esther e]

I posted this, also, on the Canada board. Any suggestions as to what we should do the night before we board? Do hotels offer tours? Any information would be most helpful. Thanks! Also, where is the Silk Den and Tamarind on the Eurodam? For some reason, I can't find it on the deck plans.:confused:

[sail7seas]

Almost every hotel we've stayed in all over has had tour information/assistance available for guests.

Quebec also has a wonderful Tourist Info Bureau with immensely helpful people working there. They provide large selection of guide books, pamphlets on various attractions, restaurants, events etc

Tamarind and Silk Den are right across from each other on Observation Deck, aft. On the deck with the Volleyball and Basketball courts. :) Both are wonderful.

[Storylady]

Take a tour, as they will go to some places that take too long to get to on foot. Sample tour below lasts 2 hours. This will get you orientated.

Tour highlights include:

Old Quebec
Place Royale, birthplace of French civilization in North America (20 minute stop)
Plains of Abraham, where the famous battle between the French and English armies took place in 1759
Picturesque Place d'Armes square
Chateau Frontenac hotel
The Fortifications and city walls
Then enjoy the old town, the upper town and especially the fabulous views from the terrace of Chateau du Frontenac. All is possible on foot.

[RuthC]

Also, where is the Silk Den and Tamarind on the Eurodam? For some reason, I can't find it on the deck plans.:confused:
Use the mid-ship elevators/staircase to get there.

[esther e]

Thank you all, so much. I appreciate it.

[Krazy Kruizers]

There are 6 elevators MIDSHIPS that you can use to get to both the Silk Den and the Tamarind Restaurant - 4 glass elevators and 2 regular elevators.

The Silk Den and Tamarind Restauramt are not aft.

[seaproponent]

We were in Quebec City a couple of weeks ago (on the Maasdam). I think that of all the ports we visited (including Montreal and PEI), it was our favorite. If the weather is good, just walking around both the upper and lower areas of the city is very rewarding -- Quebec City is a bit like the Left Bank of Paris in that there just aren't any uninteresting parts of it. Since you have only a short period of time there, I'd suggest you err toward underplanning -- simply being there will provide the end that most of us seek in travel. It is the only truly European feeling city I've visited in North America. Enjoy.

[Cruisin4evr]

Esther e, you didn't say if you were spending the day in Montreal or Quebec City. I will give you suggested Itineraries for Quebec City as there are more cruises for that port. If you need ideas for Montreal, just say. These are all from the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac -
Half to Full Day Itinerary
Montmorency Falls, Île d'Orléans & Côte de Beaupré
You have several options to visit these sites: with your own car, guided tours, a private tour, with a taxi or public transportation. Please ask the concierge team for more details regarding transportation options.
To explore Quebec's countryside, you can begin with l'Île d'Orléans. On this beautiful island, you can taste the best of the area: wine, cider, cheese, chocolate, apple products, fish and much more.
Facing Île d'Orléans, the Montmorency Falls will impress you. Enjoy a ride on the cable car to the top of the falls and enjoy a beautiful point of view over St. Lawrence River and Île d'Orléans.
You can continue your visit further east. La Côte de Beaupré has a lot to offer! Do not miss Ste. Anne de Beaupré Shrine known to heal people. For those who like to hike, Mont Ste. Anne can represent a good challenge.
You want to see more? Drive about 50 kilometers from Ste. Anne de Beaupré and the lovely town of Baie St. Paul where the numerous art galleries will seduce you!

[Cruisin4evr]

2-3 Hour Itinerary
The Petit Champlain Quarter and Place-Royale
Next to Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, you have your first rendez-vous with the magnificent St. Lawrence River. After a walk on Dufferin Terrace, we invite you to go to the left of the funicular and down the steps. You will make your way to Côte de la Montagne. Soon, to your right, you will see the famous Breakneck Staircase. Straight in front of you, Petit-Champlain street hides hundreds of local treasures. In the same area, you can discover one of the oldest sections of the city: Place-Royale. Browse in the lower part of the town and discover Musée de la Civilisation, art galleries, antique shops, fur shops, the Farmer's Market and much more. If you have a little extra time, you can take the ferry to Lévis (round-trip is 45 minutes) to enjoy one of the best views of the Old City and, of course, Fairmont Le Château Frontenac! To return to the hotel, we recommend you to take the funicular railway to enjoy the view and avoid more stairs!

Upper Town
From the hotel’s main entrance, cross Place d'Armes Park. To your left, you can see and visit the Holy Trinity Anglican Cathedral. Continue on Trésor street. At the end of the street you can see another cathedral: Notre-Dame. You are now on the main commercial street of the Upper Town, Côte de la Fabrique, which will eventually change into St. Jean street. If you love to walk, you can stay on that street for a little more than 30 minutes and turn left on Cartier street, a beautiful local commercial street. Turn left on St. Louis street to come back to the hotel via Grande Allée. For those who have a little less time, we recommend you walk at least up to the fine grocery shop J.A. Moisan and Erico the Chocolate Museum on St. Jean street. To make your way back, make a right turn on Honoré-Mercier street where you’ll see and can visit the National Assembly. Do not miss the beautiful Tourny's Fountain just in front of it. Following this, enter back into the Old City via St. Louis Gate. To your right, you have the Citadelle. In the summer, you can enjoy the changing of the guard at the Citadelle and you can visit year-round. Finish your stroll on St. Louis street, which will lead you directly back to Fairmont Le Château Frontenac.

Plains of Abraham
From the hotel, take a left on St. Louis street. Once you have crossed St. Louis Gate, you can enter the Plains of Abraham to your left. The greatest park in the city has a lot to offer: museums, tours, history, rollerblading, running, gardens and much more. To make your way back to the hotel, you can walk down the long staircase that will lead you to Dufferin Terrace

[Cruisin4evr]

Evening Itinerary

Grande-Allée Street
The gastronomic diversity of over a hundred restaurants and bars on Grande-Allée street will undoubtedly make you hungry. Visitors are complimented by service, flavors and ambience. Before you know it, you will be inspired by one of them.
Entertainers on Dufferin Terrace (summer)
On the high Promenade des Gouverneurs above the St-Lawrence river, is one of the most popular area for both visitors and public entertainers. Every summer the Dufferin boardwalk becomes the heart of the social and cultural life of the city by welcoming performing artists, arriving from all over the world.
Carriage Ride in Old Québec
Step into Québec’s traditions. A carriage ride is the most romantic way to tour the only fortified city in North America. With its rich past and culture, it should be no surprise that you will witness unbelievable scenery and architecture that will create endless memories.
Quartier Petit-Champlain
Welcome to the oldest commercial district in North America. Stroll through the historical streets and browse the numerous shops. You will find the perfect gift in many art galleries and exclusive boutiques or you can just relax and unwind in a romantic European atmosphere. Uniquely authentic.
Québec – Lévis Ferry
One of the Quebec’s best-kept secrets is the ferry ride to the town of Levis (directly across the St. Lawrence River), which gives you a spectacular view of the city. Photographers searching for a perfectly lit photo of Fairmont Le Château Frontenac should get up early on a sunny day and board this ferry. The trip there and back takes about 45 minutes. Daily year-round 6 am-2:20 am.
Trendy Nouvo St. Roch
Visit a district like no other, favored by tourists and locals alike. From the avant-garde shops, to hip and trendy restaurants and nightlife, this unique area reflects the many styles of its visitors. Located within a short taxi ride or 25 minute walk, move to a different way of shopping. A shuttle is also available, free of charge every day from 8:30 am to 9:00 pm.

[buckirj1]

The farmer's market at the old port is a great place to spend a couple of hours. I like train stations, and Quebec City has a dandy. The station looks like a miniature Frontenac (same architect, I guess). You could spend hours in the lower city poking 'round the shops on Rue St. Paul, but be careful on the cobblestones. There's no shortage of historic churches in Quebec City, if that's of interest to you. You can't go wrong with visiting Notre Dame and Holy Trinity. I enjoyed lunch at the restaurant next door to my hotel. The hotel was Hotel le Saint Paul and the restaurant was something like Le Pesche Veniale (translating to Venial Sin!) I loved Quebec City--hope you have a great time on the Eurodam.

[esther e]

You people are the greatest! Thanks so much for all your help and advice.

[jhannah]

The Silk Den and Tamarind Restauramt are not aft. There are two sections of the observation deck: one forward (Explorations, Crow's Nest, Retreat) and one aft of midships. The bar and restaurant are certainly not at the stern, but they are aft of the other section of the deck. Potatoes/potahtoes, I suppose.

[sail7seas]

When one looks at the Deck Plan for Eurodam, it is shown as 634 feet from Stern....... forward always shows as so many feet from Bow. Aft of Mid ship does describe it better.

[momofmeg]

Are you in Montreal? Ephraim who posts on CC occasionally could probably give you some good pointers. He lives there and runs a B & B.

[Cruisin4evr]

Esther, if that wasn't enough info on what to do, check out this website...
http://www.partner.viator.com/en/1768/search/QUEBEC%20CITY
there are walking tours for 22.93 u.s., sightseeing tours, dinner cruises info, pricing etc.
Now I think you are set! lol