Tour Dates
Friday, September 13th, 2024 – Tuesday, September 17th, 2024. Optional Cruise from Boston to Quebec, Sept. 6-13.
This tour is planned as a celebration of the 50th Anniversary of our game, Quebec 1759, to be released in Summer of 2024.
This deluxe anniversary edition will feature a mounted map, large blocks, and more. Québec 1759 is an elegant wargame that sets up in 5 minutes and plays in under an hour. This classic wargame has been enjoyed by thousands of gamers over the last 50 years. Québec 1759 lets you replay the French-British struggle for control of Québec City in 1759. This battle was won by the English under General James Wolfe and was decisive for the future of North America.
Read more about the game Québec 1759 on boardgamegeek.com
Columbia Games has led tours to Waterloo, Belgium (2015) and Normandy, France (2019). Click to learn more about our previous adventures.
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Tour Dates
Friday, September 13th, 2024 – Tuesday, September 17th, 2024
Join Columbia Games’ historians Grant Dalgliesh and Jennifer Deshaies on a tour of Québec City’s storied past. This adventure, curated with the Columbia Games’ fan in mind, will immerse you in epic battlefields, poignant museums, and architectural gems, unlocking chapters in the city’s history. Evenings are yours to explore at your own pace. Wander cobbled streets brimming with charm, indulge in the city’s delectable cuisine, or take a dip in the rooftop pool with breathtaking views. Those who wish can connect with fellow travelers over a friendly game of Québec 1759—or any of our other wonderful games!
For the ultimate adventurers, the journey begins before setting foot on land! Keep scrolling to discover an 8-day cruise option departing Boston on September 6th. This majestic voyage retraces the very water route the British used to attack Québec in 1759 and culminates in a grand arrival at Québec City on September 13th.
Your home base for this tour will be the Québec Hilton, conveniently located footsteps from Old Québec City, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Plains of Abraham, Parliament, and the Quartier Petit Champlain are all just a short walk away, so you can easily explore all the city has to offer. The Hilton’s amenities include:
Our tentative itinerary includes:
The price for the tour is $3499 for 2 people based on double occupancy ($2450 for single occupancy) and includes a signed, personalized copy of the 50th Anniversary deluxe edition of Quebec 1759.
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Add-on option: Cruise to Canada and New England aboard the Norwegian Gem!
The price for the cruise is $3499 for 2 people based on double occupancy (same price for single occupancy) Book both tours together and save $199
Price includes a signed, personalized copy of the 50th Anniversary deluxe edition of Quebec 1759
Arrive in Québec following the same route as the British, up the St. Lawrence River! Immerse yourself in the natural beauty and history of Canada and New England on a cruise aboard the Norwegian Gem. Visit Acadia National Park, with its rugged coastline and stunning views, or stroll along the idyllic streets of Bar Harbor. From Sydney, travel back in time to the 18th century at the Fortress of Louisbourg, the largest fortified city outside of Europe.
We depart Boston on Friday, September 6th with the following itinerary:
September 6th: Depart Boston
September 7th: Bar Harbor
September 8th: Halifax
September 9th: Sydney
September 10th: Charlottetown
September 11th: At Sea / Private Group History Lecture on Battle of Québec and Québec City Tour
September 12th: Saguenay
September 13th: Arrive in Québec City and meet up with the Québec Tour
Our group has negotiated the following additional amenities for our guests:
Ocean view cabins
Private group welcome cocktail party
$200 per cabin shore excursion credit
All meals, including one night of specialty dining for two at select restaurants onboard
300 minutes of free internet per stateroom
Ultimate Beverage Package with unlimited free drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)
Exclusive room for gameplay for our group to enjoy throughout the cruise
*There are only 20 staterooms booked for this cruise. Reservation of 10 staterooms is required to run this portion of the trip.