Typical direct BermudAir flights from Bermuda arrive midday; flight time is roughly 3 hours. Allow time for immigration and luggage pickup, then meet your pre-booked limousine for a private transfer to the hotel.
Private sedan limo from YUL to a central downtown/Old Montréal hotel (recommended: Hotel Faubourg Montréal — widely available at ≲ USD200/night in September). Travel time from airport ~20–30 minutes depending on traffic; check-in and settle into your room.
Walk the cobbled streets of Old Montréal and visit Notre‑Dame Basilica (day tours usually 9:00am–5:00pm, evening concerts may run later). Travel time from the hotel: 5–15 minutes on foot depending on exact hotel location.
If you need a light bite after arrival, use the hotel café to rest and refresh — convenient and quick before you head out to dinner. Hotel café hours vary but typically open 7:00am–9:00pm.
Reserve a table for a special honeymoon meal at Toqué! or another haute cuisine restaurant in Old Montréal — elegant, intimate tasting menus showcase Québec products; restaurants usually open for dinner from ~5:30pm and require reservations.
Start with a hotel breakfast for convenience or try Olive et Gourmando (Old Montréal café open ~8:00am) for fresh pastries and local coffee; hotel to café ~5–10 minutes walk.
Board a hop‑on hop‑off sightseeing bus to get an efficient orientation of Montréal’s neighbourhoods (downtown, Old Montréal, Plateau, Mile End). Buses typically run ~9:00am–5:00pm in September; pick-up point is usually a short walk from central hotels (≈5 minutes).
Enjoy a casual lunch in Old Montréal at Marché Bonsecours or a nearby bistro to taste local dishes; most market vendors and cafés are open through the afternoon (≈11:00am–5:00pm). Hotel to lunch spot ~5–10 minutes walk.
Explore Montréal’s founding site and archaeology museum (typically open 10:00am–5:00pm). It’s a must for history lovers and sits in Old Montréal — 5–10 minutes on foot from central hotels.
Enjoy dinner with live jazz at Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill or a similar downtown venue; doors for dinner usually open ~6:00pm and music sets typically start ~8:00pm. Travel time from hotel: 10–15 minutes’ walk or a short taxi.
Have breakfast at a lively café on Saint‑Catherine Street (cafés generally open from ~7:30–8:00am), then head to the museum district. Walk from hotel to café ~5–10 minutes.
Visit the MMFA for varied collections and special exhibitions; typical hours are 10:00am–5:00pm. Travel time from downtown hotel: 10–15 minutes by taxi or metro.
Taste Montréal’s iconic smoked‑meat sandwich at Schwartz’s on Boulevard Saint‑Laurent (open late mornings through evening); from MMFA take a 10–15 minute taxi or metro ride.
Drive or take the metro to Mount Royal Park for panoramic city views and a relaxed walk — park is open year‑round daylight hours; travel time from hotel ~15–25 minutes depending on route.
Board the AML evening dinner cruise from Old Port for a scenic meal on the St‑Lawrence (seasonal — cruises run through September; typical departure ~7:30pm and duration ~2–3 hours). Hotel to pier: 8–12 minutes walk.
Begin your day at Jean‑Talon Market in Little Italy: sample pastries, local cheeses, maple products and coffee; market vendors typically open from ~7:00am to mid‑afternoon. Travel time from hotel: 20–30 minutes by metro or 15–20 minutes by taxi.
Taste local specialities — fresh berries, charcuterie, cheese and maple confections — Jean‑Talon is a great cultural food immersion. Markets open early; guided tours usually run mid‑morning (check local operators).
Enjoy a relaxed Italian lunch in Little Italy; many neighbourhood restaurants are open 11:30am–3:00pm. Travel time back to hotel 20–30 minutes by metro or taxi.
Treat yourselves to a couples experience on the iconic Bota Bota spa boat: thermal circuit followed by a couples massage if desired. Bota Bota typically runs 10:00am–9:00pm (book ahead); travel time from hotel 8–12 minutes on foot or a short taxi.
After your spa session, dine at a cosy Old Montréal bistro for a low‑key, romantic evening (many open for dinner from ~5:00–10:00pm). Hotel is a short walk back.
Simple café breakfast with fresh coffee and pastries to prepare for a day of museums and walking; cafés typically open early (≈7:30–8:00am). Hotel to café ~5–10 minutes walk.
Take a guided walking tour to dig deeper into Montréal’s 17th–19th century history — walking tours and Château Ramezay visits usually run mid‑morning (museum hours ~10:00am–5:00pm). Travel time: 5–15 minutes on foot from hotel.
Head to Mile End for Montreal’s famous bagels (St‑Viateur or Fairmount) and a relaxed lunch; bakeries open early and are a cultural must — travel time from hotel ~10–20 minutes by taxi or metro.
Visit contemporary art at the Musée d'art contemporain (hours often 10:00am–6:00pm) or browse independent galleries; travel time from Mile End to museum ~15–25 minutes by transit or taxi.
End the night with a theatre show or concert at Place des Arts (check the September schedule and book in advance); restaurants nearby stay open for dinner (typically from ~5:00pm). Travel time from hotel 5–10 minutes.
Enjoy a final leisurely brunch at a popular spot such as L'Avenue (open from morning) or the hotel’s breakfast service; both offer hearty options for the last day. Travel time from hotel 0–10 minutes depending on choice.
Stroll Saint‑Catherine Street for souvenirs, local designs and a last walk through Montréal’s downtown; shops generally open ~10:00am. Hotel to shopping area 5–10 minutes’ walk.
Grab a final Montreal treat — bagels, poutine or a light café lunch before you prepare to depart. Most cafés open late morning; travel time from hotel 5–20 minutes.
Check out and meet your pre-booked limousine for the private transfer back to Montréal–Trudeau for your BermudAir flight. Allow 2–3 hours before international departure to clear security; limo drive ~20–30 minutes.