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Niagara Falls, USA: Guided Tour with Cave & Maid of the Mist

1. Niagara Falls, USA: Guided Tour with Cave & Maid of the Mist

Be picked up from the comfort of your hotel in Niagara Falls, USA and enjoy the scenic views as you go to board the Maid of the Mist boat ride, American Falls and Observation Tower. Head to the Cave of the Winds and stand below Niagara Falls while taking in the stunning views. Continue to Bridal Veil Falls to see the smallest of the three waterfalls that make up Niagara Falls. Stop at Goat Island between the Bridal Veil Falls and the scenic view of Horseshoe Falls from the American side. Go to Niagara Falls State Park for half an hour before visiting Luna Island for a short stop. Finish at Prospect Point to get one last amazing view of the falls. This tour lasts approximately 4 to 5 hours depending on the park volume and traffic.

Niagara Falls USA: Boat Tour & Helicopter Ride with Transfer

2. Niagara Falls USA: Boat Tour & Helicopter Ride with Transfer

Experience all the wonders of the powerful Niagara Falls with this one-of-a-kind tour. Hear the thunderous roars of the falls on a scenic boat trip, visit the striking Goat Island, walk through the gorge at Cave of the Winds, and feel the thrill of flying on a panoramic helicopter ride. Begin your adventure by getting picked up from your hotel. Check out the view from the Prospect Point Observation Tower, before boarding your boat for the Maid of the Mist tour. Marvel at the site from a unique perspective as you navigate and hear the power of the thundering waterfalls. Stop for a visit at Goat Island, connected to Terrapin Point and Luna Island. See the Nikola Tesla monument overlooking the falls and get close to the Bridal Veil Falls. Head over to Cave of the Winds and descend 175 feet into the Niagara Gorge. Travel through a series of walkways leading to the “hurricane deck”, only a few feet away from the Bridal Veil Falls. Your proximity to the falls will make you feel like you’re surrounded by tropical storm-like conditions, even when it’s calm out. Up next, reach the moment you’ve been waiting for all day. Your guide will assist you in boarding a Rainbow Air helicopter for an unforgettable ride above Niagara Falls, the gorge, and the surrounding area. Finish the day on a high note with fascinating views before traveling back to your hotel.

Niagara Falls, NY: Lantern-lit Haunted Niagara Falls Tour

3. Niagara Falls, NY: Lantern-lit Haunted Niagara Falls Tour

Get ready for a nighttime adventure with a spooky tour of Niagara Falls with your very own ghostly guide. Listen to haunting tales from your guide, see the falls illuminated after dark, and learn about the history of the area. You may even encounter tricks and restless spirits along the way. Your Guide will pick up up in a van, transport you to illuminated views at Prospect Park, Terrapin Point as well as do drive by viewings of Oaklawn Cemetery, Rapids Theater, Red Coach Inn. Along the way, there will be stops and your guide will share different tales about the dark history of Niagara Falls including stories of accidents, mishaps, and little-known tragedies. Stories range from historic accounts to ghost stories, the guide will also talk about other area haunted locations along the way. The stories give you motivation to hug your loved ones tighter, while the illuminated views will astound.

Niagara, USA: Winery Tour and Tasting

4. Niagara, USA: Winery Tour and Tasting

The signature wine tour is bottled with fun, fact, and flavor. Hosted by one of our Region’s most entertaining and engaging Wine Guides, 5 Star Niagara Falls delivers you to destinations that come alive with the unique “Terroir” of Niagara County. Whether you have toured wineries before, or are new to the experience, 5 Star Niagara Falls ensures you leave with knowledge of the Niagara U.S.A. Wine Region, a wide range of tastes and flavors, and your own exploration of all that our grapes, wineries, and hosts have to offer. The winery tour includes a presentation and products from Bella Rose Winery, Savage Winery at Woodcock, Victorianbourg Winery, and Black Willow Winery (may change if wineries are closed). All represent a unique array of our Region's best wines and winemakers.

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4.8 / 5

based on 51 reviews

Our tour Guide, Dale, was excellent. I could not believe how close to the Falls we actually got. Pickups were ontime and efficient. Bery memorable tour.

A great trip. We had a lot of fun. Gil our guide was very nice and funny.

Everything was great, but the Maid of Mist boat ride was amazing.

We had a great tour guide, Dale Spellman, and he made it fun.

Covered most of what you would want to do at the falls