Best of Niagara Falls Canada Tour: Boat Cruise, Journey Behind the Falls and Skylon Tower
About Best of Niagara Falls Canada Tour: Boat Cruise, Journey Behind the Falls and Skylon Tower
This tour packs the top sights on the Canadian side of Niagara Falls into one morning or afternoon, with a guide and skip-the-line tickets. It has 3,509 reviews and a 4.8 rating.
The tour lasts about 4 hours, with prices from about $152 per person. You travel between stops in a Mercedes van.
Itinerary
- Niagara Falls
- Dufferin Islands Park
- Pass by the International Control Dam, an engineering structure used to regulate the flow of water between hydroelectric…
- Pass by the famous Niagara Scow, a steel barge stranded in the Niagara River rapids since 1918 and…
- Toronto Power Generating Station
- Niagara Parks Power Station
- Journey Behind the Falls (1 hours)
- Skylon Tower (1 hours)
- (45 minutes)
- Niagara Whirlpool
- Pass by the famous Floral Clock, one of Niagara Parks’ most photographed landmarks made up of thousands of…
- (1 hours)
What’s included
- Journey Behind the Falls (Skip the ticket line)
- Toronto Central Meeting Point Pick-up and Drop-off (If option is selected)
- Seasonal Boat Replacement: Niagara Takes Flight Ride (January – April)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Niagara Falls Canada or USA (If option is selected)
- Transport by Mercedes Luxury Van
- Skylon Tower (Skip the ticket line)
- NIAGARA CITY CRUISES (May – December)
Meeting point
Meet your guide outside the front Amazon Sign at 120 Bremner Road, Toronto. Please arrive 10 mins prior to the start time to ensure the tour starts on time. | Meet your guide outside the front entrance of the Hard Rock Cafe at 1 Prospect Street, Niagara Falls, NY. Please arrive 10 mins prior to the start time to ensure the tour starts on time. | Enter Skylon Tower through the main front doors. Turn right and follow the See Sight Tours signs to our check-in lobby beside the Daredevil Exhibit.
What to expect on the day
You start at the Skylon Tower, riding a glass elevator 520 feet up to the observation deck for a view of all three falls. Next you go 125 feet down to the tunnels of Journey Behind the Falls, where you can hear and feel the water. From May to November you then take the 20-minute Niagara City Cruises boat into the gorge and the mist of the falls. The tour ends with a narrated drive past the Dufferin Islands, the International Control Dam, the Old Scow and the Whirlpool Rapids.
Prices and extra costs
- Included: Guide, Mercedes van, skip-the-line Skylon Tower and Journey Behind the Falls, the Niagara City Cruises boat (Niagara Takes Flight from January to April), and hotel pickup in Niagara Falls or a Toronto meeting point if you choose that option.
- Not included: Food and drinks, and optional gratuities.
What to bring
- Shoes with good grip that can get wet.
- A phone or camera in a waterproof case.
Tips for a better day
- Check-in: If you meet at the Skylon Tower, go through the main front doors, turn right and follow the See Sight Tours signs to the lobby beside the Daredevil Exhibit. Arrive 10 minutes early.
- Other meeting points: There is a Toronto pickup at 120 Bremner Road and a U.S. meeting point at the Hard Rock Cafe, 1 Prospect Street, Niagara Falls, NY.
- Boat season: The boat runs from May to November. Call ahead to check it is running on your date.
Who it’s best for
Best for: Visitors who want the classic Canadian side sights in half a day with no ticket lines.
Consider another option if: You want to see the falls from the air. The Niagara Falls helicopter tour flies over all three falls.
Restrictions
Suitable for all fitness levels, and all attractions are wheelchair accessible. Collapsible wheelchairs can be carried if someone can help the passenger on and off the van. Infants sit on an adult’s lap. Niagara Takes Flight is not open to children under 100 cm.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time.
FAQ about Best of Niagara Falls Canada Tour: Boat Cruise, Journey Behind the Falls and Skylon Tower
How long is the tour?
About 4 hours.
Which attractions are included?
Skylon Tower, Journey Behind the Falls, the Niagara City Cruises boat and a narrated drive.
Do I skip the ticket lines?
Yes, at the Skylon Tower and Journey Behind the Falls.
Is the boat ride included all year?
The boat runs from May to November. From January to April, Niagara Takes Flight replaces it.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, from hotels in Niagara Falls, Canada or USA, if you choose that option.
Can I join from Toronto?
Yes. There is a Toronto pickup option at 120 Bremner Road.
How high is the Skylon Tower deck?
The glass elevator rises 520 feet to the observation deck.
Is food included?
No. Food and drinks are available to buy.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
All attractions are. Collapsible wheelchairs fit in the van if a companion can help.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
