Niagara Falls Canada Day Tour From Toronto + Boat Cruise Option

4.8
(2,565 reviews)
Toronto, Canada

9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Visit Niagara Falls with a licensed tour guide in a comfortable, air-conditioned bus. Pick-up is available from 12 central hotels and locations in Downtown Toronto and Mississauga. Depart between 7:30 and 8:05 AM to avoid morning traffic and arrive early in Niagara before the big crowds.

Visit Niagara Falls for 3 to 4 hours. See the "top of the waterfalls" at the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. Enjoy free time to explore on your own. Add optional attractions like the Hornblower Boat Cruise and/or Journey Behind the Falls. Have lunch at a local restaurant. On the day of your trip, you can also add a helicopter ride or Skylon Tower tickets.

Visit scenic sights along the Niagara River, including the Floral Clock, Niagara Whirlpool, and Hydroelectric Power Stations (some stops are seasonal). Then, enjoy a 30-minute rest stop at Maple Leaf Place, where we will have a maple syrup tour and tasting of three flavours.

Return around 5:15 to 6:15 PM for an evening in the city.

What's Included

Round-trip Toronto ↔ Niagara Falls transport from 10 convenient locations in an air-conditioned bus
Express entry for "Journey Behind the Falls", the close viewing balconies of the falls (optional)
Maple syrup + Canadian chocolate tasting, and Seasonal stops at Niagara's Whirlpool & Power Stations
Up to 4 hours at Niagara Falls for attractions, sightseeing, lunch, and shopping
Niagara Parks licensed guide with commentary, local history, and the best photo/viewpoint stops
Express entry to the Hornblower Boat Cruise (Maid-of-the-Mist), open approx. May 1-Nov 30 (optional)
Cash gratuities for tour guide (optional, suggested)
Full-size luggage, large strollers or child seats must be approved at least 48 hours before the tour
Boat open summers only, around May 8 to November 30. Replaced with winter attractions when closed.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick-up is between 7:30 and 8:05 AM from 9 easily accessible locations in Downtown Toronto and Mississauga. We will email you within 24 hours of booking to confirm your pick-up location and time. If you’re unsure where to meet, we will help you find the easiest pick-up location via email after booking.

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Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • Toronto (Pass by)

    Round-trip Toronto ↔ Niagara Falls transportation. From around 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Pick-up from 10 convenient downtown pickup points in a comfortable, air-conditioned, fully insured bus.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Niagara Falls Canada

    Enjoy up to 4 hours at Niagara Falls with a Niagara Parks–licensed guide, scenic viewpoints, and time for photos, sightseeing, lunch, and exploring Clifton Hill. Perfect for first-timers: structured guide + plenty of free time. Optional upgrades: skip-the-line entry to the Niagara City Cruises (Hornblower) boat ride and Journey Behind the Falls.

    4 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Niagara City Cruises

    Upgrade to skip-the-line tickets for the iconic Niagara City Cruises (Hornblower) boat ride into the mist. This is the Maid of the Mist-style boat. Available around May 8 to November 30, weather permitting. Replaced with "Journey Behind the Falls" or "Niagara Takes Flight" experiences when closed for winter.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Journey Behind the Falls

    Upgrade to skip-the-line tickets for Journey Behind the Falls - an unforgettable close-up viewing balcony from behind the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. Watch 3,000,000 litres of water crashing down in front of you every second!

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Maple Leaf Place

    Brief rest stop at a Maple Syrup and Chocolate Factory. Enjoy an intro tour and tasting, including several flavours of Canadian maple syrups and fresh chocolates.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Niagara Whirlpool

    Photo stop at the Niagara Whirlpool, one of the most scenic spots along the Niagara River.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Niagara Parks Power Station (Pass by)

    Guided tour of the International Control Dam and Niagara's Hydro Power Stations - learn how Niagara's enormous waterfalls power millions of homes in the USA and Canada.

    Admission ticket free
  • Toronto (Pass by)

    Return around 5:15 to 6:15 PM to enjoy an evening in Toronto. Exact time varies based on daily traffic conditions.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Queen Tour Niagara Falls Tours

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Day Cruises
Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Walking Tours
City Tours
Water Tours
Sightseeing Cruises
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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