Discover Old Montréal’s Christmas Secrets – December 20 & 27 The Montrealer December 17, 2014 8856 Discover Old Montréal’s Christmas Secrets with friends and family A good way to start the holiday season… During the Merry Montreal event, Guidatour is offering its popular Christmas-themed walking tour of the old city. Discover Old Montréal in a new light and get wrapped up in the holiday spirit on December 6, 13, 20 or 27. Winter in Old Montreal is uniquely Canadian Led by a professional guide, the tour wanders through the historic streets, from Victoria Square to Bonsecours Market, discovering the secrets of Christmases past. A voyage through time, you will be introduced to the origins of holiday traditions that have been part of our culture for many years. New France customs in particular will surely fascinate many. Participants will also experience this special time of year through the Santa Claus exhibit at Montréal’s World Trade Center, as well as by admiring the wonderful decorations of Old Montréal shops, museums and hotel lobbies. “These visits are the perfect way to start the holiday season and to learn more about the traditions of this joyous time of year! In fact, this tour is a first Christmas gift to yourself… in good company!” explains and enthusiastic Louise Hébert, President of Guidatour. The Christmas Secrets tour passes by Place Jacques Cartier and Montreal City Hall The tours are offered on Saturdays December 6, 13, 20 or 27, from 6 pm. to 7:30 pm in English and 4 pm to 5:30 pm in French (rates are $17.00 per person, taxes included / $12.50 per children aged 13 and under). Note that private bookings are also possible for the date and time of your choice, so why not do something a bit different before the annual office Christmas party. Since places are limited, early reservations must be made online or by phoning 514-844‑4021. Established in Montréal for nearly 30 years, Guidatour is a tour guide and tourism personnel agency best known for its professionalism and its creativity. Guidatour has become the premiere reference for the discovery of Montréal and surrounding areas in company of professional guides. For more information, please visit www.guidatour.qc.ca or follow Guidatour on Facebook and Twitter.
