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I pack the small t-lights that are used in votive candles for nite lights. They work great

Annie, there are tons of posts throughout this forum on packing light but here's a few basics after a dozen Tauck tours:

No one cares if you wear the same outfit multiple times. They're really not paying that close of attention and mostly likely neither will you.

Don't over estimate how much dress clothing you'll need for the dinners. Coat/tie are optional for men on this tour. Some women may wear dresses but most will have a pair of dress slacks and 2-3 tops. Slacks and a collared shirt for men. If it's going to be chilly a sweater or wrap is a good idea.

Plan to dress in layers so you can adjust as needed especially during the day. Easiest is to bring a sweater or fleece and a roomy rain/wind resistant layer. If you tend to be cold natured a packable down jacket is handy.

Tauck recommends cotton clothing but we've found that it's the heaviest fabric. Lots of alternatives out there that weigh less, wrinkle less and if absolutely necessary can be sink washed and dried quickly. Lots of travel professionals recommend merino wool but they can be expensive to get ones that aren't itchy (Unbound and Woolx are good brands). My husband and I both have tops from 32 Degrees which are excellent for travel. Available from several retailers like Costco and Amazon but I recommend going directly to their website - better selection and prices.

Comfortable walking shoes for sightseeing is a must and something nicer to change into for the evening gives your feet a change.

Have a wonderful tour.

You spend so little time in your rooms with Tauck , I don’t think it is worth it.

Annie, Manu people book with Tauck directly. We always have.

Annie,

If you can, I recommend adding pre-and-post tour days; if you can only do one extra day, consider adding it at the end of the tour. There is so much to see and do in Quebec City, even if you just stroll the boardwalk and the old town area.

The welcome reception and dinner is held within the beautiful Royal Ontario Museum in an elegantly appointed room. What to wear is a personal decision in my opinion so I can only tell you our preferences. My husband wears a suit jacket with or without a tie and I wear dresses/skirts and or tailored dress slacks with, usually, a short-waisted jacket for all formal dinners.

This was one of our favorite tours. You picked a great one for your first Tauck experience! Enjoy and please consider posting a review afterwards.