Sightseeing Tours and Cruises in Quebec City

Whale Watching Observation Cruise

Whale Watching

Experience the beauty of whales in their natural habitat with this cruise.

Experience the sights and sounds of Quebec City with the convenience of a guided tour or cruise. There are a number of great tours and cruises available in the area, making it easy to find the perfect ones to suit your interests.

The Guided Sightseeing and Dinner Cruises of Quebec City takes you on a ninety minute cruise, and provides you with your choice of a sightseeing experience, or a sightseeing cruise combined with a fabulous dinner on the water. Both cruises provides you with a fabulous sightseeing opportunity, providing you with views from the water of such sights as Montmorency Falls, the St Lawrence River, the Laurentian Mountains, and more.

The three hour Whale Watching Observation Cruise takes you to the Saguenay Fjord and other popular whale-viewing areas on a large tour ship. You will enjoy seeing the whales skimming the surface of the water as well as the gorgeous natural landscapes on the shore. The boat is equipped with underwater cameras that allow for easy underwater viewing of the whales as well. This tour is designed for adults and children alike, and departs from the Baie-Sainte-Catherine Pier at the Tadoussac Marina.

The Bus and Whales Tour is a popular way to see the sights by both land and water. This full day tour spans ten hours, and starts with a guided sightseeing tour of Quebec City in a climate controlled tour bus. Then you will hop on board a large tour ship at the Baie-Sainte-Catherine Pier for a cruise across the Saint Lawrence River. During the cruise, you will enjoy spectacular views of the natural landscapes as well as the four types of whales that inhabit the area. Your cruise will take place on a zodiac ship or the Le Grand Fleuve.

If you'll be visiting the Quebec City area in the colder months, make plans to spend some time skiing with the Monte-Sainte-Anne and Stonehame Lift Tickets. Altogether, you will enjoying skiing and sbowboarding over 464 snow-covered acres, with 65 trails, three terrain parks, and snow parks. These ski areas boast a variety of terrains, making it the perfect destination for everyone from novice skiers to experts. The lift tickets include ski lift access to the mountain trails, slopes, terrain parks, and snow parks for as many days purchased. Children age six and under ski free. Equipment rental, complimentary guided service, and daily shuttle service around the resort are available.

Explore some of Quebec City's most scenic natural areas with the Discovery of the Fjord tour. This six and a half hour tour departs from the Baie-Sainte-Catherine Pier and takes you on a sightseeing cruise on the Cavalier Royal. During the cruise, you will explore the Saguenay Fjord, as well as the Tadoussac Islands, L'Anse St Jean, Baie Eternite, water falls, the statue of Notre Dame du Saguenay, and more. If you keep your eyes open during the tour, you may see several species of whales swimming near the boat. The tour includes a lunch of chicken pie, salad, and dessert. The tour is appropriate for all ages.

Give yourself a thrilling experience in Quebec City with a high speed cruise on the St Lawrence River with a Zodiac Expedition. This guided cruise takes you on a Zodiac Rigid-Hull Inflatable Boat, and provides you with the unique combination of high speeds as well as an intimacy with nature as you skim the water's surface. You will explore the Ice Rouge area of Quebec as well as various natural areas on the St Lawrence. You may see seals, whales, and a variety of water birds on the tour.

Whether you choose one of these exciting tours or several, your trip to Quebec City will be a memorable one when you make plans to enjoy a land or water tour while you're in town!