Experience the art and architecture (and food!) of these great Canadian cities through the lens of directors, curators, and gallery owners of some of the country’s best public and private collections. Stephen has contacted his friends and colleagues in Quebec who are graciously opening their doors and sharing their expertise to give you a personal tour like no other!
Some highlights include VIP visits to Musée des beaux-arts de Montréal, Musée McCord Stewart, Centre Canadien d’Architecture, and Power Corporation Collection in Montreal, and Musée national des beaux arts du Québec and Musée de la civilisation in Quebec City.
Spend three nights at the splendid Ritz-Carlton in Montreal, known for its thriving art scene. Then travel by coach to Quebec City, the crown jewel of French Canada, and stay two nights at the fabulous Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, enjoying several must-see art spaces. With breakfasts at these top hotels, special receptions, and unforgettable dinners to be announced, you won’t want to miss it!
This trip is currently open to members of the WAG Collectors Circle. Not a member of the Circle? Sign up here
Itinerary
Monday, Oct 21, 2024: Arrive in Montreal
- Evening reception at The Ritz-Carlton to celebrate the start of the journey
- Overnight: The Ritz-Carlton; Meals: Welcome reception at The Ritz-Carlton
Tuesday, Oct 22, 2024: Montreal
- Visits to Centre Canadien d’Architecture, Musée des beaux-arts de Montréal, Fonderie Darling, Art Mur
- Overnight: The Ritz-Carlton; Meals: Breakfast at The Ritz-Carlton & dinner
Wednesday, Oct 23, 2024: Montreal
- Visits to Musée McCord Stewart, Power Corporation Collection, Arsenal Contemporary Art, Blouin Division, Claridge Collection, Giverny Capital Collection
- Overnight: The Ritz-Carlton; Meals: Breakfast at The Ritz-Carlton
Thursday, Oct 24, 2024: Montreal to Quebec City
- Travel by coach to Quebec City in the morning, visits to Musée de la civilisation, La Citadelle de Quebec in the afternoon
- Overnight: Fairmont Le Château Frontenac; Meals: Breakfast & casual reception at Le Château Frontenac
Friday, Oct 25, 2024: Quebec City
- Visits to Musée national des beaux arts du Québec, Notre-Dame de Québec Cathedral and Place Royal, walking tour of Old Quebec with time for shopping
- Overnight: Fairmont Le Château Frontenac; Meals: Breakfast at Le Château Frontenac & dinner
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024: À La Prochaine
- The journey culminates with breakfast at Le Château Frontenac
Note: Itinerary subject to change due to logistical arrangements and to take advantage of local opportunities.
- Stephen Borys, WAG-Qaumajuq Director & CEO, and wife Hazel Borys
- Edie Wilde, WAG Associates travel tour committee member
- Standard: $5,000 CDN per person, includes taxes and gratuities
- Single Supplement: $2,000 CDN per person, includes taxes and gratuities. If you are travelling on your own and would like to share accommodation, we would be happy to try to match you with a suitable roommate.
- This trip is currently open to members of the WAG Collectors Circle. Not a member of the Circle? Sign up here
- Welcome reception at the private residence of Stephen and Hazel Borys in Winnipeg, MB in September 2024
- Accommodation in double occupancy, based on hotels listed
- Meals as indicated on the itinerary: breakfasts, 2 dinners (1 glass of wine included with dinners), 2 receptions
- Transportation as listed by private air-conditioned coach
- Activities as indicated on the itinerary
- Entrance fees to sites visited on itinerary
- Gratuities local guides, drivers, hotel and group meals
- Taxes
- Travel to/from Montreal
- Items of a personal nature
- Meals other than those mentioned above
- Travel insurance
- Any item not mentioned in “included features” above
A registration fee of $1,000 CDN per person is required to reserve a space on this tour. A second non-refundable deposit of $1,000 is due at six months prior to departure. Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure.
15 participants + 3 WAG Hosts
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