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Cruises from Montreal, QC

St. Lawrence & fall foliage cruises

From $1,659 per person · 47 itineraries available · (53 sailings)

Embark on the St. Lawrence for Quebec City, Saguenay fjords, and autumn leaf-peeping sailings — a compact, walkable French-Canadian city port with strong seasonal river and coastal itineraries.

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Lowest fares on 47 itineraries — updated from our daily price crawl.

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Why cruise from Montreal?

A few reasons cruisers keep sailing from here.

  • St. Lawrence River gateway — Quebec City, Charlevoix, and Saguenay on 7–10 night loops
  • Fall foliage season — September and October sailings sell out for autumn colors along the river
  • Walkable Old Montreal — cobblestone waterfront minutes from the cruise terminal
  • Bilingual hub — easy pre-cruise dining and culture before a slower-paced river cruise
  • Seasonal variety — summer Great Lakes/St. Lawrence and fall New England–Canada combos

Getting there

Airports, drives, and transfer tips for embarkation day.

  • Fly into Montreal-Trudeau (YUL) — 20–30 minutes to Old Port by taxi or rideshare
  • VIA Rail serves Montreal from Toronto, Ottawa, and Quebec City
  • Old Montreal hotels are ideal for pre-cruise stays near the terminal
  • U.S. travelers need a passport for entry to Canada

Terminals & parking

The Montreal cruise terminal (Grand Quai du Port de Montreal) is in Old Montreal on the St. Lawrence. Parking nearby is limited — compare port parking with downtown hotel packages. Confirm terminal address on your cruise documents; some itineraries may use nearby berths.

Best time to cruise from Montreal

Montreal sailings are seasonal, not year-round. Summer (June–August) offers warm city weather and longer daylight on the St. Lawrence. September and October are peak for fall foliage cruises — book early.

Winters are cold and the port has little cruise traffic. Shoulder weeks in late May or early October can balance fares and crowds.

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