Private tour in Quebec City Djany P

First-time Visitor Quebec City Private Walking Tour

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Djany P.

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I deeply believe traveling is a unique experience that has to go beyond stereotypes and tourist traps in order to be authentic and fulfilling. For me, truly discovering a new destination requires a real immersion into its heritage as much as into its revitalization. What do I like to share with you during my tours? Quebec City's rich history as well as its vibrant and dynamic rebirth as a cultural and gastronomic destination. You will finish my tours with a true perspective of its local life. You will also come back home with a better comprehension of our city’s important role in North America's development through all the key events taking place here since its founding. Some of them might surprise you! Moreover, I think it's really important to have a positive impact, as much as possible, on the local communities when traveling. That's why I support local businesses every time I have the chance myself. During my tours, I will definitely point out to you the best places to go to, not only to support our local industry, but also to enjoy the best service and products. As a passionate local about my city, and after more than 20 years living downtown, I am still amazed by its beauty, its heritage, its nature and its food (even after more than 16 years guiding too!) Whether you are looking to learn more about the military or cultural history, the architecture, the culinary industry, or anything else, I can tailor all my tours in order to focus more on your specific interests. As a foodie myself, I can also give you many suggestions about the best restaurants and pubs in town, before or during the tour. Don't hesitate to ask me! By the way, if you don't know how to pronounce my name, don't worry about it, you are not the only ones! My parents wanted to spell it unusually, even for us. So, I luckily got the chance to talk about it everyday! (The D is silent). ;) As well, you will notice during my tour that I don't have hair due to alopecia. At 37 years old, I lost all my hair because of this auto-immune disease. Besides this inconvenience, I am very healthy, just hairless. I'll be happy to talk about it if you have any questions. If ever you see me with hair, it’s a wig! See you soon! In 2011, I completed Tourism studies at the Champlain College and Cegep Limoilou institutions I am a Quebec City licensed tour guide and working as a full time freelancer since 2014 I am a board member of the AGTQ (Quebec Tour Guide Association) I organize the Pentathlon des Neiges event in February. The 2026 edition is my 6th year in the team.

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Overview of your Quebec City tour

Old Quebec is a charming 400-year-old european-looking town nestled in the narrowing of the beautiful St-Lawrence River. During this tour, I will be more than happy to show you how this UNESCO World Heritage site and our local life have evolved since the establishment of this French town in 1608. Having travelled in Europe and North America myself several times, I can assure you Quebec City is unique. Some areas, you will feel like walking in Paris, other streets, in London. You will travel back to the 17th century New France period, sometimes getting a glimpse of the Irish heritage of the 19th century, other times discovering the 20th century Canadian period. This city has a lot to offer, from old winding streets to trendy local restaurants, from traditional French architecture to proudly standing monuments. As a history lover, I find the best way to visit Quebec City is by foot, slowly wandering around to observe its heritage.

Recent Reviews

Pierre L.United States
2 days ago

We had a great tour. Djany was knowledgeable, engaging, fun, and lively. We can’t recommend her enough.

Amory M.United States
6 days ago

Djany was fantastic. Great communication, showed up right on time. Very organized and professional. You can tell she has been providing tours for 16 years she's extremely knowledgeable and no question stumped her. Although she does this every day she manages to tune in to her clients very well and makes it personal and interesting. Highly recommend.

Richard V.United States
1 week ago

Djany is very personable and is very responsive in pre tour communication. Djany makes you feel very comfortable vs. others who can be regid and mechanical.

Robert R.United States
1 week ago

Working with Djany as our 1-on-1 tour guide was nothing short of incredible. She clearly has a passion for and deep historical knowledge of Quebec City and was thoughtful and caring in how she shared the city with us. Her communication and organization prior to the tour were top notch, and she took time to adapt the path and focus on the tour with us based on other experiences we had in Quebec so far. Djany’s insights and explanations on the past, present, and future of Quebec were outstanding, and we also appreciated her ability to field all sorts of questions from us throughout the tour. We have done all sorts of tours throughout the world, but this was our first time with a 1:1 tour guide. It is no exaggeration to say that this is the best tour we’ve ever experienced, and Djany has set the high-bar for us for all tours going forward. She’s incredibly talented and you would be lucky to have her as your guide as well.

Chris B.United States
2 weeks ago

An outstanding way to experience Old Québec! Djany was excellent and extremely knowledgeable, engaging, and thoughtful about making the tour fit our interests. The history and insights shared along the way gave us a much greater appreciation for this beautiful city. What especially impressed us was the care taken to customize our itinerary. Our guide learned which attractions we already planned to visit in greater detail and adjusted the route accordingly, making the most of our time and avoiding duplication. That personal attention made the tour feel truly tailored to us. We could not have asked for a better guide or a more enjoyable introduction to Old Québec. Highly recommended for anyone who wants a knowledgeable guide and a thoughtfully personalized experience!

Molly D.United States
3 weeks ago

Djany took us on a wonderful tour of old Quebec City. She was knowledgeable, informative, interesting, friendly, accommodating. Her stories and explanations were clear and fascinating. We learned so much about the city and its history and culture, and her tour really enhanced our experience. Djany was a fantastic guide, and we highly recommend her.

Your Quebec City tour itinerary

This walking tour is meant to be adapted to your interests and pace. Our walk is planned with the goal to show you as much as possible, passing in front of most of the main attractions in the old town. I can be very flexible on the itinerary. Along the way, here are the main attractions we may see together: The Parliament Hill: walk in front of the National Assembly to see the vegetable garden, the multiple statues and the gorgeous Tourny fountain The fortifications, St-Jean and St-Louis gates Chateau Frontenac area: Stroll on the boardwalk to enjoy the stunning views City Hall Place: Historical facts about the main sights such as the Notre-Dame-de-Quebec church, the Seminary interior courtyard Saint-Jean st. and the Latin Quarter, where you can find some of the best restaurants and cafes in the city Place Royale and the Petit-Champlain neighbourhood in the Lower Town, the oldest areas of the city The Old Port : walk in the old financial district and in front of the many art galleries and restaurants

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Transport details
Type: Walking

This is a walking tour estimated to 4 km (2.5 miles), including a few hills. You must be able to walk and/or stand for the duration of the tour. The itinerary will vary according to your walking capacity and the pace desired. Although Quebec City is very hilly, most of the tour is a moderate exercise as we are going to go at a slow pace. Many stops along the way will allow you to sit and rest for a moment. To avoid the steep walk from Lower Town to Upper Town, we can take the funiculaire (elevator) up the cliff. The cost is $6 per person.

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. You are responsible for purchasing any items of a personal nature related to shopping, souvenirs, snacks, and restaurant meals.
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Accommodation
Private Transportation
Private Transportation With Driver
Tickets: If needed, to skip the uphill walk, the funicular (elevator) ride up the cliff is $7 per person, one way (cash only)
Tastings
Equipment
Classes Workshop
Meeting location

Québec City, Quebec, Canada

Let me know where you would like to meet. It can be directly where you stay if it's downtown, the restaurant where you will have food prior to the tour, etc.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Architecture
History
Art And Culture
City Highlights
Tour reference number
83834
Languages
English
French
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

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This private walking tour in Québec City is perfect for first-time visitors who want to explore Old Quebec's main attractions with a local perspective. It's also ideal for history lovers and those interested in experiencing the unique European charm of this UNESCO World Heritage site. The tour is kid-friendly and can be adapted to your interests and pace, making it suitable for families and travellers looking to connect with a local guide for deeper insights.

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