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Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights
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Discover the best parts of Niagara Falls with a local expert, with add-on experiences of your choice.
- Everything you get: You will drive down from Toronto in a comfortable AC bus with an expert guide by your side. The stops at Niagara Falls include the Floral Clock and Niagara Whirlpool, apart from the Table Rock restaurant. With three hours of free time, explore Niagara-on-the-Lake at your own pace before heading back.
- Why choose this: Enjoy a hassle-free day with round-trip transport and guided sightseeing. Make your Niagara Falls experience effortless without worrying about planning.
- Upgrades: Add a touch of adventure to your trip by upgrading to the Journey Behind the Falls experience, offering a behind-the-scenes view of the majestic Horseshoe Falls. Or add the Hornblower Cruise for an up-close & immersive experience of the Falls.
Discover the best parts of Niagara Falls with a local expert, with add-on experiences of your choice.
- Everything you get: You will drive down from Toronto in a comfortable AC bus with an expert guide by your side. The stops at Niagara Falls include the Floral Clock and Niagara Whirlpool, apart from the Table Rock restaurant. With three hours of free time, explore Niagara-on-the-Lake at your own pace before heading back.
- Why choose this: Enjoy a hassle-free day with round-trip transport and guided sightseeing. Make your Niagara Falls experience effortless without worrying about planning.
- Upgrades: Add a touch of adventure to your trip by upgrading to the Journey Behind the Falls experience, offering a behind-the-scenes view of the majestic Horseshoe Falls. Or add the Hornblower Cruise for an up-close & immersive experience of the Falls.
Inclusions
- Round-trip transportation from Toronto
- Live on-board tour guide
- Visit to the Floral Clock
- Visit to the Niagara Whirlpool
- 3 hours of free time at The Falls
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Hornblower Cruise (based on option selected)
- Access to Journey Behind the Falls (based on option selected)
- The Hornblower Cruise is not available in winter months and will be replaced by other options based on the tour selected.
- While ponchos are provided, due to the proximity to Horseshoe Falls, expect to get wet from the mist. It’s a good idea to bring waterproof cases for your electronic devices.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Day Trips
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From Toronto: Niagara Falls Day Tour with Hornblower Cruise, Journey Behind the Falls, and Optional Skylon Tower
Travel with ease to Niagara Falls with round-trip transportation and visit its top attractions.
- Everything you get: Travel from Toronto to Niagara Falls in a comfy coach. Board the Hornblower Cruise to get close-up views of the Falls, & get underneath Horseshoe Falls with priority access to Journey Behind the Falls. Explore the city's sights & take a stroll around Clifton Hill.
- Why choose this: Get round-trip transportation from Toronto and local, historical insights about Niagara Falls with ample time for self-exploration on your day tour.
- Upgrades: Upgrade to visit Skylon Tower on your tour to get access to the observation deck and see the Falls from 520 ft above. Or take it a step further and upgrade to a semi-private tour in an intimate group setting of 7 or fewer.
Travel with ease to Niagara Falls with round-trip transportation and visit its top attractions.
- Everything you get: Travel from Toronto to Niagara Falls in a comfy coach. Board the Hornblower Cruise to get close-up views of the Falls, & get underneath Horseshoe Falls with priority access to Journey Behind the Falls. Explore the city's sights & take a stroll around Clifton Hill.
- Why choose this: Get round-trip transportation from Toronto and local, historical insights about Niagara Falls with ample time for self-exploration on your day tour.
- Upgrades: Upgrade to visit Skylon Tower on your tour to get access to the observation deck and see the Falls from 520 ft above. Or take it a step further and upgrade to a semi-private tour in an intimate group setting of 7 or fewer.
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line tickets to Journey Behind the Falls
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Hornblower Cruise
- Entry to Skylon Tower (based on option selected)
- Round-trip transportation from Toronto
- Free time for self-exploration
- Visit to the Floral Clock
- Visit to the Niagara Whirlpool
- Narrated driving tour of the city (based on option selected)
- Maple syrup and fudge tasting at Maple Leaf Place (based on option selected)
- Live tour guide providing local, historical insights
Exclusions
- Food and beverage
- Ice wine tasting (available at an additional cost, based on tour option selected)
What to bring
- Carry a waterproof bag with you to protect your belongings.
Additional Information
- The pickup options in Toronto for the Day Tour are:
- The Hornblower Cruise is not operational during winter months and will be replaced by other options based on tour selected.
- For the semi-private tour, you will be picked up from your hotel in Downtown Niagara.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Day Trips
4.4(326)
From Toronto: Niagara Falls Day Tour with Hornblower Cruise and Optional Journey Behind the Falls
Get up close to Niagara Falls on an unforgettable Hornblower Cruise during this immersive day tour.
- Everything you get: With round-trip AC coach transportation from Toronto, enjoy a scenic ride with live commentary. Stops on the way include the Floral Clock, Niagara Whirlpool Rapids, & maple syrup tasting. Take the Hornblower Cruise to experience the Falls up close and enjoy time exploring the area at your own pace.
- Why choose this: Experience the power of the Falls up close—plus seamless travel, expert guides, and time to explore, all in one unforgettable, worry-free day.
- Upgrades: Enhance your experience with optional upgrades like tickets to the Journey Behind the Falls, Skylon Tower observation deck, or choose a semi-private day tour that features a scenic driving tour through Niagara Falls City.
Get up close to Niagara Falls on an unforgettable Hornblower Cruise during this immersive day tour.
- Everything you get: With round-trip AC coach transportation from Toronto, enjoy a scenic ride with live commentary. Stops on the way include the Floral Clock, Niagara Whirlpool Rapids, & maple syrup tasting. Take the Hornblower Cruise to experience the Falls up close and enjoy time exploring the area at your own pace.
- Why choose this: Experience the power of the Falls up close—plus seamless travel, expert guides, and time to explore, all in one unforgettable, worry-free day.
- Upgrades: Enhance your experience with optional upgrades like tickets to the Journey Behind the Falls, Skylon Tower observation deck, or choose a semi-private day tour that features a scenic driving tour through Niagara Falls City.
Inclusions
- Round-trip transportation from Toronto in an AC coach
- Visit to the Floral Clock
- Visit to the Niagara Whirlpool
- Tour guide with live commentary
- Free time for self-exploration
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Journey Behind the Falls (based on option selected)
- Entry to Skylon Tower (based on option selected)
- The Hornblower Cruise is not available in winter months and will be replaced by entry to the Butterfly Conservatory or Niagara Power Station when the Cruise is not running.
- Your pick up points will vary based on the tour option selected. The information will be provided with your tickets.
- The return time is subject to change based on traffic and drop-off locations.
- Spend your free time at the Falls exploring the region. Stroll down Clifton Hill, or visit other attractions if you haven't gotten the chance to, such as Journey Behind the Falls or Skylon Tower.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Day Trips
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From Toronto: Niagara Falls Day Tour with Journey Behind the Falls and/or Hornblower Cruise
Feel the power of the Falls from a boat or a tunnel behind the cascade, or double the adventure & try both.
- Everything you get: Travel from Toronto in a comfortable AC coach with scenic views & live commentary. Visit the Floral Clock, Whirlpool Rapids, and taste local maple treats at Maple Leaf Place with time to explore at your own pace. Experience the Falls up close with Journey Behind the Falls or the Hornblower Cruise, or enjoy priority access to both.
- Why choose this: This tour offers seamless transportation, priority access to the two most popular attractions in Niagara Falls, Canada, and free time for personal exploration, ensuring a well-rounded Niagara Falls experience.
- Upgrades: You can choose between a day tour with the Hornblower Cruise, Journey Behind the Falls, or both. An optional ice wine tasting experience is available at $14 per person (payable at the venue) to enhance your visit with a taste of local flavors.
Feel the power of the Falls from a boat or a tunnel behind the cascade, or double the adventure & try both.
- Everything you get: Travel from Toronto in a comfortable AC coach with scenic views & live commentary. Visit the Floral Clock, Whirlpool Rapids, and taste local maple treats at Maple Leaf Place with time to explore at your own pace. Experience the Falls up close with Journey Behind the Falls or the Hornblower Cruise, or enjoy priority access to both.
- Why choose this: This tour offers seamless transportation, priority access to the two most popular attractions in Niagara Falls, Canada, and free time for personal exploration, ensuring a well-rounded Niagara Falls experience.
- Upgrades: You can choose between a day tour with the Hornblower Cruise, Journey Behind the Falls, or both. An optional ice wine tasting experience is available at $14 per person (payable at the venue) to enhance your visit with a taste of local flavors.
Inclusions
- Round-trip transportation from Toronto
- Skip-the-line tickets to Journey Behind the Falls (as per option selected)
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Hornblower Cruise (as per option selected)
- Visit to the Floral Clock
- Visit to the Niagara Whirlpool
- English or German speaking tour guide
- Free time for self-exploration around the Niagara Falls area
- The pickup options in Toronto are:
- Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre (7:40am)
- Chelsea Hotel (7:45am)
- Brasseurs - Toronto (7:50am)
- Scaddabush Italian Kitchen & Bar Front Street (8:10am)
- Tim Hortons 340 Front St (8:20am)
- 100 Hurontario St, Mississauga (8:30am)
- The Hornblower Cruise experience is seasonal and will be replaced in the winter months (December 1 - April 30) with Skylon Tower, Butterfly Conservatory or Niagara Power Station.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Day Trips
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Niagara Falls (Canada) All-Inclusive Day Tour with Hornblower Cruise, Journey Behind the Falls & Skylon Tower
Experience Niagara Falls with a cruise, behind-the-falls access, and Skylon Tower views.
- Everything you get: Enjoy a guided small-group tour with round-trip transport from Toronto, the Hornblower Cruise for a close-up view of the Falls, a 125-foot descent into tunnels at Journey Behind the Falls, plus stunning views from Skylon Tower. Optional maple syrup and fudge tasting included.
- Why choose this: Explore Niagara Falls hassle-free with live guides in English or German, priority access to attractions, and unforgettable views of the Falls.
Experience Niagara Falls with a cruise, behind-the-falls access, and Skylon Tower views.
- Everything you get: Enjoy a guided small-group tour with round-trip transport from Toronto, the Hornblower Cruise for a close-up view of the Falls, a 125-foot descent into tunnels at Journey Behind the Falls, plus stunning views from Skylon Tower. Optional maple syrup and fudge tasting included.
- Why choose this: Explore Niagara Falls hassle-free with live guides in English or German, priority access to attractions, and unforgettable views of the Falls.
Inclusions
- Round-trip transportation from Toronto
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Journey Behind the Falls
- Hornblower Cruise
- Skylon Tower
- Visit to the Floral Clock
- Visit to the Niagara Whirlpool
- Tour guide providing local, historical commentary along the way
- Free time for self-exploration
- Live tour guide: English, German (upon availability)
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
- Ice wine tasting ($14 per person)
Additional information
Pick up points and timings:
- Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre, an IHG Hotel, 30 Carlton St.: 7:40am
- Chelsea Hotel, Toronto, 33 Gerrard St W: 7:45am
- 3 Brasseurs - Toronto, 277 Yonge St: 7:50am
- Scaddabush Italian Kitchen & Bar Front Street, 200 Front St W: 8:10am
- Tim Hortons, 340 Front St W: 8:20am
- 2100 Hurontario St, Mississauga: 8:30am
- The Hornblower Cruise is not available in winter months and will be replaced by other options based on the tour selected.
What to bring
- Carry a waterproof jacket and bag with you to protect yourself and your belongings from the splashes at the Falls.
What's not allowed
- Food & beverages and sharp metallic tools or objects are not allowed in this experience.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
See Niagara Falls transform from day to night, with exclusive evening views and flexible add-ons.
- Full day out to: Niagara Falls with round-trip transfers from Toronto. with seasonal stops and plenty of free time for sightseeing, shopping, and dining at Clifton Hill.
- You’ll get: Convenient pick-up/drop-off from select hotels in Downtown Toronto, Mississauga, or Niagara Falls, commentary by an expert English-speaking guide on your bus ride, small group for a more personalized experience, and free time at Niagara Falls to explore at your own pace. Plus, seasonal stops for maple syrup or chocolate tasting, Niagara Whirlpool, Floral Clock, or Hydroelectric Power Stations.
- Niagara Falls: Witness the Canadian Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls from the best Canadian viewpoints.
- Clifton Hill: Dive into Niagara’s entertainment district with shops, restaurants, and attractions, all within walking distance of the Falls.
- Upgrades: Enhance your experience with skip-the-line Hornblower Boat Cruise, Journey Behind the Falls, dinner overlooking the waterfalls, or the Illumination Tower.
See Niagara Falls transform from day to night, with exclusive evening views and flexible add-ons.
- Full day out to: Niagara Falls with round-trip transfers from Toronto. with seasonal stops and plenty of free time for sightseeing, shopping, and dining at Clifton Hill.
- You’ll get: Convenient pick-up/drop-off from select hotels in Downtown Toronto, Mississauga, or Niagara Falls, commentary by an expert English-speaking guide on your bus ride, small group for a more personalized experience, and free time at Niagara Falls to explore at your own pace. Plus, seasonal stops for maple syrup or chocolate tasting, Niagara Whirlpool, Floral Clock, or Hydroelectric Power Stations.
- Niagara Falls: Witness the Canadian Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls from the best Canadian viewpoints.
- Clifton Hill: Dive into Niagara’s entertainment district with shops, restaurants, and attractions, all within walking distance of the Falls.
- Upgrades: Enhance your experience with skip-the-line Hornblower Boat Cruise, Journey Behind the Falls, dinner overlooking the waterfalls, or the Illumination Tower.
Inclusions
- Self-guided evening tour of Niagara Falls
- Professional English-speaking tour guide who accompanies you on the bus & at seasonal stops
- Round-trip transportation from Toronto in an air-conditioned minibus
- Pick-up and drop-off from Downtown Toronto, Mississauga, & Niagara Falls hotels
- Seasonal stops (maple syrup tasting, chocolate tasting, Niagara Whirlpool, Floral Clock, or Hydroelectric Power Station)
- Free time at Niagara Falls, shopping, dining, Clifton Hill
- Skip-the-line Hornblower Boat Cruise (as per option selected)
- Journey Behind the Falls access (as per option selected)
- Illumination Tower experience with light control and souvenir (as per option selected)
- Dinner overlooking the waterfalls (as per option selected)
Exclusions
- Tips/gratuity for your guide
- Personal expenses (shopping, additional activities, etc.)
What to bring
- Wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Dress in layers or bring rain gear depending on the season.
- Carry a government-issued photo ID, such as a passport or driver’s license, as it may be required for identity verification.
What’s not allowed
- Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted on the tour.
- Pets are not allowed to accompany you.
- Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited on the tour.
- Smoking and vaping are not permitted on the minibus or during group activities.
Accessibility
- The buses are not wheelchair accessible, but foldable wheelchairs that can fit between seats are allowed onboard.
- Please note that boarding requires a high step up, which may be challenging for some guests.
Additional information
- The tour stays entirely on the Canadian side of Niagara Falls. You will not cross Rainbow Bridge over to the USA side.
- The Hornblower Boat Cruise operates seasonally (approx. May 8 to Nov 30); when closed, the Skylon Tower will be provided as a substitute.
- If you're bringing a baby or toddler aged 2 and under, inform the tour operator ahead of time.
- Itinerary and timings may vary based on season, starting point, and daily conditions.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.