Quebec City, Quebec, Canada

Scenic Island of Orleans

Journey Through Picturesque Locales and Taste Local Produce Journey through the picturesque villages of the Isle of Orleans and sample a selection of local delicacies. Board your motor coach and enjoy a narrated drive to the island of Orleans. The island was first settled by the French more than 350 years ago and its historic towns are dotted with more than 600 heritage buildings. Your first stop takes you to an artisan jam maker’s specialty shop, where you will sample a taste of their delicious fruit creations. Continue your journey to a fromagerie for a tasting of a variety of hand-made cheeses and enjoy time to discuss the production techniques employed. At a local winery, pause to taste some of their vintages and learn about viniculture in Quebec. Your excursion concludes with a visit to Montmorency Falls, a natural wonder soaring higher than Niagara, offering spectacular views of the St. Lawrence River and Laurentian foothills. * Easy - Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.