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Toronto: Niagara Falls Canada Day Tour + Boat Cruise Option

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Toronto: Niagara Falls Canada Day Tour + Boat Cruise Option
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4.7
1917 reviews

Experience the magic of Niagara Falls on a 1-day tour from Toronto. Visit hidden gems, taste 3 maple syrups, and upgrade with a skip-the-line boat cruise and Journey Behind the Falls tickets.

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Duration 10 hours
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Pickup is from 7:30 - 8:05 AM in Downtown Toronto or 8:35 AM from Mississauga. The activity provider will confirm pickup details with you via email. Ensure the provider emailed you a confirmation because they do not go to unscheduled pickup locations. (07:30 - Royal Ontario Museum - 100 Queens Park), (07:40 - Courtyard Toronto Downtown - 475 Yonge), (07:45 - Chelsea Toronto - 33 Gerrard), (07:45 - Doubletree Toronto - 108 Chestnut), (07:55 - Dundas Square / Dundas Station - 279 Yonge), (07:55 - Dineen Coffee Co / Queen Station - 140 Yonge), (07:55 - Hockey Hall of Fame / King Station - 30 Yonge), (08:00 - Fairmont Royal York / Union Station - 100 Front), (08:00 - InterContinental Toronto - 225 Front), (08:05 - 300 Fr Street West), (08:05 - 352 Front St West), (08:35 - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mississauga-Toronto - 2125 N Sheridan Way).

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Jose – United States

I loved our guide, John. He is super friendly, accommodating, and gave us amazing recommendations!

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Sinta – Australia

Salvatore was a good driver and knowledgeable guide. Would recommend him to others who might be considering this trip. Enjoyed the spectacular view of the falls from the tower.

Itinerary

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    12 pickup location options:

    Royal Ontario Museum, 300 Front St W, Hockey Hall of Fame, InterContinental Toronto Centre, an IHG Hotel, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Downtown, Chelsea Hotel, Toronto, 352 Front St W, Yonge-Dundas Square, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mississauga-Toronto Southwest, an IHG Hotel, Dineen Coffee Co., Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Downtown, Fairmont Royal York

  • Bus/coach

    (105 minutes)

  • Floral Clock

    Photo stop (15 minutes)

  • Niagara Whirlpool

    Photo stop (10 minutes)

  • Maple Leaf Place

    Sightseeing, Pass by

  • Sir Adam Beck No. 1 Generating Station

    Food tasting (30 minutes)

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    Niagara Falls, Canadian Side

    Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (4 hours)

    Niagara Helicopters Limited

    Helicopter flight (1 hour)

    Optional, Extra fee

    Skylon Tower

    Self-guided tour (1 hour)

    Optional, Extra fee

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    Hornblower Niagara Cruises

    Boat cruise (1 hour)

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    Journey Behind the Falls

    Self-guided tour (1 hour)

  • Bus/coach

    (2.25 hours)

  • 12 drop-off locations:

    Yonge-Dundas Square, Fairmont Royal York, Hockey Hall of Fame, InterContinental Toronto Centre, an IHG Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Downtown, 300 Front St W, Dineen Coffee Co., Chelsea Hotel, Toronto, 352 Front St W, Royal Ontario Museum, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mississauga-Toronto Southwest, an IHG Hotel, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Downtown

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Pick-up and drop-off form 12 easily-accessible locations in Toronto
  • Enjoy 3-4 hours of free time for waterfall attractions, photos, lunch & shopping
  • Skip-the-line entry for the Hornblower Boat Cruise and Journey Behind the Falls
  • Learn Niagara's history, local stories and legends from a licensed tour guide
  • Try 3 types of maple syrup & take photos at the Niagara Whirlpool & Floral Clock

Full description

Experience a guided tour of Niagara Falls, Canada, with convenient pick-up from 12 central locations in Downtown Toronto and Mississauga. Depart around 8:00 AM in a comfortable, air-conditioned mini-coach with a licensed tour guide providing fun commentary and expert insights. Enjoy 3 to 4 hours exploring Niagara Falls, where you’ll see the breathtaking Canadian Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls—all from the Canadian side. Upgrade your tour with skip-the-line entry tickets to Niagara's most famous waterfall attractions like the Hornblower Boat Cruise or Journey Behind the Falls. Enjoy free time for sightseeing, lunch and shopping. Capture stunning photos along the Niagara River, which may include the Niagara Whirlpool, Floral Clock, and Hydroelectric Power Stations. Taste three delicious flavours of locally produced Canadian maple syrup and chocolate at Maple Leaf Place. Return to the same location in Toronto around 5:30 PM—early enough to enjoy the rest of your evening in the city.

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off at 12 easily accessible meeting points in Downtown Toronto and Mississauga
  • Travel in an air-conditioned minibus with a licensed tour guide and learn about Niagara (English)
  • Skip-the-line tickets for the Hornblower Boat Cruise (if option selected)
  • Skip-the-line tickets for Journey Behind the Falls ticket (if option selected)
  • Free time for lunch, shopping and optional activities
  • Scenic photo stops at the Niagara Whirlpool, Floral Clock, and the Hydroelectric Power Stations (seasonal)
  • Maple syrup tour and tasting with 3 flavors of locally-sourced syrup
  • Lunch
  • Cash tips for your tour guide (optional)
  • Infant child seats (infants 2 and under are free and can sit on your lap)

Select participants and date

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Water
  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • The trip is from around 8 AM to around 4:45 - 6:15 PM (depending on season and drop-off location)
  • The itinerary may change slightly to accommodate daily conditions and to ensure each tour is enjoyable
  • You can pre-book attraction tickets for the Hornblower Boat Cruise and/or Journey Behind the Falls, or you can purchase tickets during your tour with cash
  • You can add other attractions when you're in Niagara Falls, like the Niagara Helicopter Ride or Skylon Tower Lookout (we don't pre-sell tickets for these because they are only fun when there is good weather and visibility)
  • The Hornblower Boat Cruise is available in the summer only, from around May 1 to November 30, subject to weather. When closed, it is replaced with Journey Behind the Falls.
  • Lunch can be brought with you or purchased at Niagara Falls restaurants
  • The tour stays in Canada and doesn't cross into the USA; no passport is required

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 1917 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Jose – United States10 March 2025 – Verified booking
I loved our guide, John. He is super friendly, accommodating, and gave us amazing recommendations!
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Sinta – Australia5 March 2025 – Verified booking
Salvatore was a good driver and knowledgeable guide. Would recommend him to others who might be considering this trip. Enjoyed the spectacular view of the falls from the tower.
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T – United Kingdom1 March 2025 – Verified booking
John was great. Great welcoming, great communication skills and knowledge throughout the whole journey. Very polite and helpful. Everything was amazing. 12/10! 👏🏽

Product ID: 191267

Activity provider:Queen Tour Niagara Falls Tours

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