Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake Day Tour from Toronto
Description
On this 9-hour group tour, you'll travel with your professional and certified tour guide all while exploring Niagara-on-the-Lake and Niagara Falls. This tour has awe-inspiring views, optional activities, history, and beautiful natural splendour making this an activity with a little something for everyone, including a ride aboard the Hornblower Niagara Cruise if added offering skip-the-line-tickets*. *When the boat is not operating, we will substitute this for the Journey Behind the Falls. ** Itinerary subject to change
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Itinerary
Start your tour at 55 York Street for 8:30am departure
Our accredited guide will greet you in Toronto prior to your departure, and provide you with live commentary on board our vehicle on your journey to Niagara Falls!
Optional add-on attraction: The Niagara City Boat Cruise is one of the most exciting and immersive ways to experience the majestic Niagara Falls. As you board the boat, you’ll be taken on an unforgettable journey to the base of the falls, offering an unparalleled, up-close view of one of the world’s most famous natural wonders. The cruise takes you right up to the thunderous Horseshoe Falls, where you can feel the mist on your face and hear the roar of the water as it cascades down into the river below. As the boat navigates through the mist, you’ll also see the American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls, which offer their own stunning views from the water. Please note that the boat is operating only during the summer/fall months (usually from May to November). If the boat is not operating, it will be substituted with Journey Behind the Falls experience.
Upon arrival in Niagara, catch a first glimpse of the majestic Falls! Your accredited guide will show you the three thundering shoots, and offer time for photos!
As we drive past Fort George, you’ll be viewing a key historic military site from the War of 1812. This national historic site is where the British forces, along with their allies, made a stand against the American invasion of Upper Canada. The fort was originally built in 1802 and served as a crucial defensive position during the war. While we won't be stopping, the Fort George National Historic Site offers a glimpse into Canada’s military history, with its well-preserved barracks, cannons, and fortifications. The site also offers scenic views of the Niagara River and is a popular spot for those interested in the history of the conflict that helped shape Canada’s future.
Experience one of Canada’s most iconic flavors with a complimentary maple syrup tasting at a charming local stop. Learn about the history and process of maple syrup production, from tapping the trees to bottling the liquid gold. Sample a variety of syrups and maple-infused treats, and discover the differences between light, amber, and dark grades. It's a sweet and interactive experience perfect for all ages—and a chance to bring home a delicious Canadian souvenir!
Nestled along the scenic Niagara Parkway, the Floral Clock is one of Niagara Parks’ most beloved and photographed landmarks. This unique horticultural timepiece features a vibrant display made up of over 16,000 seasonal flowers and plants, which are meticulously arranged to create a beautiful and ever-changing design. The clock face spans 40 feet in diameter and is fully functional, with hands that actually tell time.
During your 1-hour free time in Niagara-on-the-Lake, you’ll experience the charm and beauty of one of Ontario’s most picturesque towns. Known for its historic significance, stunning 19th-century architecture, and quaint atmosphere, Niagara-on-the-Lake offers visitors a delightful escape. Take a leisurely stroll along the tree-lined streets, where you’ll pass well-preserved heritage buildings, boutique shops, and art galleries showcasing local talent. The town is famous for its Victorian-style architecture, and as you walk, you’ll be transported back in time, making it feel like a step into history. If you’re a wine enthusiast, this is also a great opportunity to explore the local vineyards and wineries. While your time may be short, you can pop into one of the wine-tasting rooms or browse the local wine shops for a bottle of Niagara’s finest wines.
Upon completion of your tour, we bring you back to Toronto on our comfortable vehicle. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the smooth drive home with your professional driver.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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.
- If guest adds on the Hornblower Niagara Cruise, and it is 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
Reviews(133)
Well done tour to the falls. Our driver Robbert was funny, knowledgeable and made the trip fun. Would book again.
Beauty is all around Niagara Falls. The tour guide is very knowledgeable as well as the driver. They made the ride pleasurable.
Thank you so much, Kimberly! We’re delighted to hear you had such a great Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake day tour from Toronto. It’s wonderful to know both your guide and driver helped make the journey enjoyable and that their knowledge added to the experience. Niagara truly is a beautiful region, and we’re glad you were able to enjoy so much of it in one day. Thank you for choosing VIP Ontario Tours. We hope to welcome you back again in the future! Warm regards, Breanna VIP Ontario Tours
It was a wonderful experience. Narrated drive through Toronto and outlying suburbs along Lake Ontario. Our tour guide was friendly, funny, and knowledgeable and explained much about the cities and rivers and lakes and surrounding areas. Niagara Falls was outstanding. We did not go on the boat ride since my wife gets motion sickness radio but the walk along the top was still amazing and got lots of good photos and video. The trip back was nice with a few stops, one in Niagara on Lake, a charming beautiful little town we loved. Our driver was outstanding and we thoroughly enjoyed our experience. I would recommend to others. The other good thing is not needing to drive or find parking or deal with traffic as it was very busy and too much traffic.
Dear Scott_T, Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had a wonderful experience on your Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake day tour with VIP Tours. It’s great to know you enjoyed the narrated journey from Toronto, the beautiful views around Niagara Falls, and the stop in charming Niagara-on-the-Lake. We’re also pleased that your guide’s knowledge and humour, along with the excellent service from your driver, helped make the day so enjoyable. You also highlighted one of the biggest benefits of taking a guided tour — being able to relax and enjoy the experience without worrying about driving, parking, or busy traffic. Thank you for recommending VIP Tours. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you and your wife back again in the future! Kind regards, Samantha.
We had a great experience! Our guide Crystal made the day so enjoyable! I would highly recommend this tour.
Dear Julie_K, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that you had a great day exploring Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake with VIP Tours. It’s especially lovely to hear that Crystal made the experience so enjoyable. We’ll be sure to share your kind words and recommendation with her. Thank you for choosing VIP Tours, and we hope to welcome you back for another memorable experience in the future! Kind regards, Samantha.
An excellent, well organised and informative trip. Great value for money. The guide and driver were friendly, helpful and added to the experience.
Dear Kim_H, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so pleased to hear that you found the Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake tour well organized, informative, and great value. It’s also lovely to know that your guide and driver were friendly and helpful and added to the overall experience. We truly appreciate you choosing VIP Tours and hope to welcome you back again in the future! Kind regards, Samantha.
This was the way to go. So easy and well organized. Alex, our Guide was wonderful , friendly and very helpful.
Dear Margaret_T, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that your Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake tour was easy, well organized, and enjoyable from start to finish. It’s great to know that Alex was friendly, helpful, and made the experience even better, and we’re also pleased that Simar helped make the day run smoothly. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with both of them. Thank you for choosing VIP Tours, and we hope to welcome you back for another great adventure in the future! Kind regards, Samantha.
We truly had a great experience with Viator. It was well organized and the time provided on every stop was pretty adequate. We didn’t had to rush around which was pretty amazing! Our tour guide, Christal was super sweet, helpful, hilarious and kind. We truly enjoyed this trip!
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted that your Niagara Falls tour was well organized and that the time provided at each stop allowed you to explore comfortably without feeling rushed. It’s especially lovely to hear that Christal made the experience even more memorable. We will be sure to pass along your kind words to her. Thank you for choosing to travel with us, and we hope to welcome you on another enjoyable tour in the future. Kind regards,
Route was good in itself, but as it was a busy travel day we ended up on a backup bus. Absolutely no legroom, broken seats, no sockets and poor ac. The return trip was quite painful while the bus crawls for over 2.5 hours in the evening rush hour. At least there was a working bathroom in the coach.
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re pleased that you found the Niagara Falls route and itinerary enjoyable, but we sincerely apologize that the backup coach did not provide the level of comfort you expected. While congestion and travel times are beyond our control, the condition and comfort of the vehicle are extremely important, and your comments will be shared with our transportation team for review. We appreciate you recognizing the onboard washroom and regret that the return journey affected your overall experience. Kind regards,
Fantastic full day out, our guide Crystal and driver Hugho were fabulous. Very funny and knowledgeable. The tour is timed to perfection, we loved the stop for Maple Syrup and chocolate tasting. The traffic back into Toronto is horrendous but just gave us some snooze time after great day out.
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for sharing your fantastic feedback! We’re delighted that Crystal and Hugho made your full-day Niagara Falls tour so enjoyable with their humour, knowledge, and excellent service. We will be sure to pass along your kind words to them both. It’s wonderful to hear that the itinerary felt perfectly timed and that the maple syrup and chocolate tasting was a highlight. Toronto traffic can certainly be challenging, so we’re glad you were able to relax and enjoy a well-earned snooze after such a memorable day. Kind regards,
Make sure you wear waterproof shoes. Expect to get wet when on the boat! Respect the return-to-bus times the tour operators gives you. The bus is very punctual - if they say they are going to leave at a specific time, that is when they leave - not a minute later.
Dear Jennifer, Thank you for sharing your helpful feedback and travel tips. We are glad you enjoyed your Niagara Falls boat tour experience, and you are absolutely right — guests should be prepared to get wet and waterproof shoes can make the day much more comfortable. We also appreciate you highlighting the importance of returning to the bus on time. Our Niagara Falls tour team works hard to keep the sightseeing itinerary running smoothly and punctually so every guest can enjoy each stop, including the boat cruise, Niagara Falls, and other scheduled highlights. Thank you again for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you on another Niagara Falls day tour soon. Kind regards
