A modern day cultural and financial hub, this is the oldest district in Montreal. Explore the beautiful Notre-Dame Basilica, the historical sites of the Place D’Armes and Sir George-Étienne Cartier’s Victorian period house, and the fascinating exhibits at the Pointe-à-Callière Museum.
Montreal
Whether you’re creating your own movie from start to finish at CineRobotheque, challenging your skills at the Labyrinth or singing along with historical characters, this amazing city not only offers a host of exciting attractions to keep your students busy, but also allows them to appreciate French language and culture.
Our ‘Let the art of life make you feel alive!’ itinerary takes in the best of Montreal’s creative arts scene. From a workshop at L’École de cirque, to creating your masterpiece at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, or enjoying a cool evening of jazz, this trip is sure to inspire the imaginations of your students.
Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
Visit the permanent collection of the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. On the cutting edge of modern work and with a collection of some of the finest Canadian artwork, the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts boasts works spanning several centuries within its trophy cabinet of wonders.
Notre Dame Basilica
Discover the history and importance of the catholic religion to French Canadian society in Montreal's oldest Catholic Church. Marvel at the Basilica’s intricately designed interior, featuring stained glass chronicling the history of the city.
Montreal Biodome
Walk through four replica ecosystems including the South American tropical rainforest, the Laurentian forest, the Saint-Lawrence marine ecosystem and the Arctic and Antarctic.
Parc Olympique
Witness the architectural marvel of this 56,000 seat, retractable roof Olympic Stadium.
Mont Royal
Enjoy an afternoon of hiking on Mont Royal, the mountainous namesake of Montreal.
Day 1
• Depart for Montreal
• Lunch on your own en route
• Self Guided Tour at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts - the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts has works that span centuries and a wide variety of styles and mediums
• Workshop at Montreal Museum of Fine Arts - Attend a workshop at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
• Hotel Check In
• Dinner on your own
• Guided walking tour of Old Montreal - The city is brought to life as students walk through Old Montreal, led by a local guide
Day 2
• Breakfast – enjoy a hot breakfast at a local restaurant
• Cinerobotheque - The CineRobotheque is the National Film Board's distribution and consultation centre in downtown Montreal
• Lunch on your own
• L'Ecole de Cirque de Verdun - Learn to fly the trapeze, juggle, jump on the trampoline, and take a general lesson on clowning around
• Upstairs Jazz Club - Enjoy a great dinner and fine music with your group
• Mount Royal Lookout – Make a stop at the Mount Royal Lookout
Day 3
• Hotel Check Out
• Breakfast – enjoy a hot breakfast at a local restaurant
• Guided tour of the Notre Dame Basilica - The history and importance of the catholic religion to French Canadian society will be explored in Montreal's oldest Catholic church
• Lunch on your own in Montreal's Underground OR the group may wish to stay in Old Montreal for lunch
• Board your motor coach and depart for home
Day 1
- Depart for Montreal
- The Sparktacular Adventure! Students work in teams to collect points by participating in challenges and activities throughout the tour
- Lunch on your own en route
- Guided walking tour of Old Montreal - The city is brought to life as students walk through Old Montreal, led by a local guide
- Hotel Check In
- Dinner – enjoy dinner at a local restaurant
- Laser Quest - Triple Quest
Day 2
- Breakfast – enjoy a hot breakfast at a local restaurant
- Guided Tour of Pointe-a-Calliere Museum - The archaeology museum of Montreal looks at the history of the region dating back thousands of years
- Guided tour of the Notre Dame Basilica - The history and importance of the catholic religion to French Canadian society will be explored in Montreal's oldest Catholic church
- Lunch on your own in Old Montreal
- SparkTeering - After receiving a map and compass, your Tour Leader will walk your group through the ins and outs of orienteering. In small groups, gather information and analyze it to unravel the secrets of your destination
- Mount Royal Lookout - students will find that downtown Montreal is at their feet with the view of the river and beyond into the Monteregian Hills
- Spark Together - Participate in fun, cooperative, team-building games, led by your Tour Leader. This new program will challenge students’ problem solving and decision making skills in an exciting, interactive setting
- Dinner – enjoy dinner at a local restaurant
- Cosmic Bowling at Champion Lanes - Challenge your classmates and teachers to see who gets top score at a local bowling alley
Day 3
- Hotel Check Out
- Breakfast – enjoy a hot breakfast at a local restaurant
- Visit the Biodome & Cable Car Ride at the Olympic Park - "Get an eyeful" combination pass which includes the cable car ride up to the Olympic Park Observatory and the Biodome
- Lunch on your own and time to explore Montreal's Underground, a network of shops, pathways and restaurants
- Board your motor coach and depart for home
