Day-Trip from Toronto to Niagara Falls with skip-the-line boat
Overview
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9 hours
Mobile ticket
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 complimentary Maple Syrup tasting experience 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
The boat cruise is usually available from May to October, but exact dates are weather dependent and out of our control.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Driver/guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Free time for self-guided exploration
Live commentary on board
Complimentary Maple Syrup tasting experience
Gratuities
What To Expect
Toronto
Start your journey at 55 York Street with our 8:30 AM departure time
Lake Ontario
Drive along Lake Ontario, and enjoy facts about the areas
Options
Tour +Journey Behind the Falls
Journey Behind the Falls: Journey Behind the Falls is a year-round attraction that offers a unique view of the Falls from below and behind.
No lunch: No lunch included in this option
Boat/Journey Behind the Falls: The boat cruise is out of the water during winter months, with start and end dates dependent on weather conditions.
Tour + boat + lunch
Skip the line boat ticket: Experience Niagara Cruises for stunning views of the Falls.
Lunch included: Lunch overlooking the Falls
Boat/Journey Behind the Falls: Skip the line Boat ticket, during the winter months it will be replaced with Journey Behind the Falls
Tour + Boat ticket
Skip the line boat ticket: Experience Niagara Cruises for stunning views of the Falls.
Boat/Journey Behind the Falls: Skip the line Boat ticket, during the winter months it will be replaced with Journey Behind the Falls
Reviews
202 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour!
igord376,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide Alex was outstanding! She is very knowledgeable and client oriented. Excellent sense of humour. Many thanks Alex.
Niagara Falls tour, great!
kyokom244,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alex's explanation and consideration for the participants were good. Niagara on the hill. I would have liked a little more time if I could, but I'm glad I could join because it's very efficient!
An experience to remember
andyhT1677MT,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I recently took a day tour from Toronto to Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake, and the tour was well organised, with a friendly guide who shared fascinating history and fun facts throughout the day. I’d highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Ontario, it’s the perfect blend of natural wonder and small-town charm.
Awesome Niagara Falls
Diana S,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was awesome. The falls were amazing and the driver and tour guide very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful.
Boat trip in front of Niagara Falls
Leanne C,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Bus from downtown Toronto to Niagara Falls. Boat trip in front of Niagara Falls was 15 minutes. Had a couple of hours to look around Niagara Falls on our own. Stopped at a store that sold maple syrup and chocolates. One last short stop at Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Birthday trip
Kyra M,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Pros: Includes round trip to/from Toronto Alex the tour guide Ricky the bus driver Boat cruise Cons: It’s a very long day Bus ride home after took 2 hours due to traffic; go on a Sunday if you can A LOT OF WALKING…wear comfortable shoes
Niagara Falls
Brian N,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very Fun and up close tour of the Falls, also had time for shopping and lunch. Had a Great Experience taking lots of pictures, including a rainbow
Great Experience
Drew P,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very knowledgeable guide, loved seeing the falls. Had too much time at Niagara and wish we had more time to visit the city and explore.
A great way to see the falls.
Jennifer M,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great way to see the falls. Alex was our Tour Leader. She was knowledgeable and funny. Very organised with times. Gave us a board with the bus number and time to reconvene as well as her mobile number. We took a photo at each stop.
Niagara
Martin O,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Actual experience of Niagara Falls was good - enjoyed the boat trip to base of falls. However, what spoilt the day was being given the wrong time, by Viator, to meet the coach in the morning. Therefore, when we arrived the coach was full apart from 2 separate seats meaning that my wife and I were unable to sit together during 2 long journeys there and back. This was a huge disappointment.
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