Day-Trip from Toronto to Niagara Falls with skip-the-line boat

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From CAD 118.8

4.6
113 reviews

Overview

Available languages

English

Enjoy your visit to Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake on this 9-hour day-trip from Toronto.

When you arrive at the Falls with our guide on our coach, enjoy a ride aboard the Niagara City Cruise with skip-the-line-tickets*, where you'll be treated to amazing views of the magnificent Falls.

Led by a local, professional guide, see awe-inspiring views, learn history, and see the beautiful, natural splendour that makes Niagara a place with a little something for everyone.

Enjoy a beautiful drive along the Niagara parkway leading into Niagara on the lake. Finish the day off with free time in the beautiful town of Niagara-on-the-Lake and indulge in a wine tasting before heading back to Toronto.

*When the Niagara Boat Cruise is not in operation (operates May to October), we will substitute it with another attraction.

**Itinerary subject to change**

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

A small-moderate amount of walking is involved

Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Itinerary is subject to change

Seat Requirement: All infants and toddlers traveling on our vehicles are required to occupy their own seat. For safety purposes, they must be secured in a government-approved car seat or booster seat appropriate for their age, height, and weight.

In the event that the Hornblower Niagara cruises not in operation, we will substitute it with the journey behind the Falls. Typically the boat operates between May and October although circumstances beyond our control may prevent this from happening.

All timings are approximate

Vehicle type is subject to change based on passenger volumes

Tour is subject to cancellation if we do not meet the minimum required amount of participants

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Wine Tasting

Driver/guide

Air-conditioned vehicle

Free time for self-guided exploration

Live commentary on board

Gratuities

Options

Tour with Hornblower Boat

Skip-the-Line Boat ticket: Boat is available from approx. April to November-during the winter months it will be replaced with Journey Behind the Falls
No lunch: Lunch not included

Tour + Boat + Lunch

Skip-the-Line Boat ticket: Boat is available from approx. April to November-during the winter months it will be replaced with Journey Behind the Falls
Lunch overlooking the Falls

Operated by VIP Ontario Tours

Reviews

4.6

113 reviews

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  • Trip of a life time

    Heather C,

    Jan 23, 2025

    5.0

    Loved it , was an amazing adventure, our driver made it amazing. Very prompt and was excellent on the tour pointing out things

  • Niagara made easy

    Doreen M,

    Dec 6, 2024

    5.0

    I was picked up in a comfortable vehicle. James, our guide for the day, explained the day’s programme and expertly drove us, giving tidbits of interesting facts along the way. The falls of course, were fantastic. I opted for the option to go behind the falls and though this was an amazing demonstration of the power of the falls, the better photos were at the top due to the mist.

  • Overall would recommend, with some reservations. DO NOT BUY THE SHERATON BUFFET LUNCH!

    Beth M,

    Nov 22, 2024

    3.0

    Overall, I would recommend this trip, with the following notes: We were crammed into a Cadillac Escalade. I was expecting a bus or a van. The round trip took a full 9 hours, but easily could have been cut down to 6. The winery was awful and pointless and should be cut from the tour. They should really tell guests who are taking the boat ride exactly what to wear/not wear. The amount of water was ridiculous, with no towels or anything to help dry off afterward. The tour guide/driver, James, was polite and quiet, but not entertaining or particularly informative. THE BUFFET LUNCH AT THE SHERATON WAS PURE GARBAGE. Do not, under any circumstances, pay for this lunch. I am a foodie but I respect a good hotel buffet. This was not it. It was dirty, disgusting slop. The only good part was the view. Now for the good: If you're good at taking pictures, it is worth the trip. It is pleasant to have someone else drive. The little town we stopped in to shop was cute and had some interesting stories and clean public restrooms. Again, overall, I would recommend this trip to those who have never been to Niagara Falls before. If you are coming from Toronto, it is worth it to have someone else drive - the drive itself is not pleasant and you can sleep. Just don't buy the lunch.

  • Fun tour

    Gina D,

    Oct 29, 2024

    4.0

    The tour instructions were relatively easy to follow and the meet up spot was great for a quick cup of coffee (Tim Horton's). We rode on a bus with our tour guide , Peter who gave great commentary and inserted a few funny jokes along the way. The tour was a great mix of activity and sightseeing with Niagra Falls, Niagra Village, and a wine tasting at the end at Hare Wine. We did add on the lunch which we did not think was the worth the money in any way. We would have preferred to eat on our own as the buffet in the Sheraton was honestly very mediocre almost terrible quality. Definitely get lunch on your own!!

  • Reserve an extra day in Toronto for this

    Gretchen P,

    Oct 21, 2024

    5.0

    I don’t usually do guided tours but Sam and Alex were great. The drive was comfortable and they gave us great tips! What a beautiful day!