Quebec City Self Guided Audio Experience
Discover Quebec City's captivating stories through an immersive audio experience that grants you complete freedom to explore Canada's most European city at your own rhythm. Unlike traditional guided tours that rush you through crowded groups, this exclusive audio journey unveils hidden historical treasures and intimate local secrets that most visitors never hear. Expert storytelling brings centuries of French colonial history to life through crystal-clear narration delivered by a professional voice artist whose engaging delivery transforms each location into a vivid historical scene. Choose your own adventure by selecting attractions that fascinate you most. The carefully crafted narrative weaves together dramatic tales of exploration, romance, and survival that make you feel like you're walking alongside the coureurs de bois and French nobility who shaped this UNESCO World Heritage city.
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Quebec City Self Guided Audio Experience
What's included in Quebec City Self Guided Audio Experience
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Gare du Palais
Quebec's magnificent railway station stands as a testament to the city's role as gateway between Europe and North America. Your audio guide reveals how this architectural gem, designed in the Château style, welcomed millions of immigrants seeking new lives in Canada. Learn about the secret tunnels beneath the station and discover why this building's distinctive copper roof tells the story of Quebec's economic transformation. Explore the grand hall at your leisure while uncovering tales of wartime espionage and royal visits that shaped Canadian history. The station's strategic location connects you to centuries of commerce and cultural exchange that defined Quebec's unique identity.
Notre Dame De Quebec Basilica Cathedral
North America's oldest parish north of Mexico holds secrets that span four centuries of faith and survival. Your personal audio narrator unveils the miraculous survival stories of this sacred space, including how it withstood British bombardment and devastating fires. Discover the hidden crypt containing Quebec's founding fathers and learn about the mysterious lamp that has burned continuously since 1717. Wander through ornate chapels while hearing exclusive accounts of indigenous conversions, political sanctuary, and the cathedral's role in preserving French Catholic culture. The baroque architecture speaks volumes about Quebec's determination to maintain its European heritage in the New World.
Cathedral of the Holy Trinity
Enter the first Anglican cathedral built outside the British Isles and uncover its remarkable story of religious tolerance in Catholic Quebec. Your audio experience reveals how English oak from royal forests crossed the Atlantic to create this architectural marvel, and why King George III personally funded its construction. Explore the unique Royal Pew while learning about the cathedral's role in diplomatic relations between French and English settlers. Discover fascinating details about the cathedral's bell tower and the secret messages hidden in its stained glass windows. The building's Georgian elegance tells the complex story of Quebec's dual religious heritage.
Inclusions
- Admission fee
- Private access link to the audio guide in one playlist for all 14 attractions
- Private access link to a tour itinerary map of 14 attractions with audio guide individually
- Private access links are valid until your tour is complete (maximum 6 days)
- Audio devices (earphones and internet / Wi-Fi)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Since this tour is a self-guided audio tour, you can choose where to start and finish according to your preference.
- How Our Self-Guided Audio Tour Works:
- 1. Receive Access Links: On your selected date of travel, before your starting time, you'll receive an email containing two important links for your audio guide.
- 2. Audio Content (Link 1): Click on our secure SoundCloud web link to access the audio guides. You can listen to individual attraction guides or the entire tour to plan your visit. This allows you to familiarize yourself with the content before or during your tour.
- 3. Interactive Map (Link 2): Use our secure Google My Maps link to locate all attractions on an interactive map. Each point on the map corresponds to a stop on the tour and links directly to its audio guide.
- 4. Flexible Exploration: As you explore the city use the map to navigate between stops. At each location, simply click on the corresponding point to play the relevant audio guide.
- 5. Plan Your Route: You can use both links to plan your route in advance, deciding which attractions you want to prioritize or if you want to follow the suggested order of the tour.
- 6. Customer Support: If you have any questions about accessing or using the audio guide, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to ensure you have a smooth and enjoyable experience
- Remember, this self-guided tour allows you to explore at your own pace. Feel free to take breaks, spend more time at your favourite locations, or even split the tour across multiple days. The flexibility of our audio guide ensures you can tailor the experience to your preferences and schedule.
- What to Bring: * Headphones/Earphones * Fully charged smartphone * Internet access
- *While all the tourist attractions mentioned above are free to visit, please note that travelers will need to purchase their own tickets if any attraction charges fees for special sections or has recently implemented fees for additional services.
- Select your preferred audio guide language during booking. Language selection cannot be changed after confirmation. If your language isn't available, contact us 48+ hours in advance and we'll prepare it specially for you.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Since this tour is a self-guided audio tour, you can choose where to start and finish according to your preference.
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Ticket Redemption
Since this tour is a self-guided audio tour, you can choose where to start and finish according to your preference. How Our Self-Guided Audio Tour Works: 1. Receive Access Links: On your selected date of travel, before your starting time, you'll receive an email containing two important links for your audio guide. 2. Audio Content (Link 1): Click on our secure SoundCloud web link to access the audio guides. You can listen to individual attraction guides or the entire tour to plan your visit. This allows you to familiarize yourself with the content before or during your tour. 3. Interactive Map (Link 2): Use our secure Google My Maps link to locate all attractions on an interactive map. Each point on the map corresponds to a stop on the tour and links directly to its audio guide. 4. Flexible Exploration: As you explore the city use the map to navigate between stops. At each location, simply click on the corresponding point to play the relevant audio guide. 5. Plan Your Route: You can use both links to plan your route in advance, deciding which attractions you want to prioritize or if you want to follow the suggested order of the tour. 6. Customer Support: If you have any questions about accessing or using the audio guide, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to ensure you have a smooth and enjoyable experience Remember, this self-guided tour allows you to explore at your own pace. Feel free to take breaks, spend more time at your favourite locations, or even split the tour across multiple days. The flexibility of our audio guide ensures you can tailor the experience to your preferences and schedule. What to Bring: * Headphones/Earphones * Fully charged smartphone * Internet access *While all the tourist attractions mentioned above are free to visit, please note that travelers will need to purchase their own tickets if any attraction charges fees for special sections or has recently implemented fees for additional services.
