Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto and Skip the Line Boat Cruise
Description
Experience the best Niagara Falls has to offer on this stress-free trip. Join our morning departure from Toronto on a climate-controlled vehicle, complete with reclining seats, storage for bags and a professional guide. Along the way, the guide will provide local facts, point out hidden gems, and equip you with insider tips. Our first stop is the Niagara Falls Cruise. Arriving early enables us to skip the large crowds and queues, hopping right onto the boat. From the water, you're able to capture the most powerful view of the falls, as water plummets over the edge. Keepsake rain ponchos will be provided on site. After the cruise, enjoy approximately 2 hours of free time while you explore Clifton Hill, Journey Behind the Falls, Skylon Tower, Skywheel or the zipline (additional cost). Mid afternoon we will travel along the Niagara Parkway and visit the whirlpool rapids followed by a stop at Niagara on the Lake and Maple Leaf Place for a Maple Syrup tasting experience.
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Itinerary
Departing Toronto from 55 York Street at 8:30AM
Enjoy a skip the line experience and head right to the boarding location. Enjoy picture perfect views up close to the falls. Feel the thunder of the water as it is going over the falls. Rain jackets are provided (if option selected).
Enjoy free time on the hill for photo opportunities, lunch, souvenir shopping skywheel and fun arcade games.
Enjoy free time at the Falls
Drive along the Niagara Parkway to Niagara-on-the-Lake with views of the Whirlpool Rapids, Floral Clock, Power Generating Station, Butterfly conservatory, Queenston Heights, Laura Secord homestead and Fort George.
Brief stop at Niagara Whirlpool, a natural wonder where the powerful Niagara River forms a mesmerizing, swirling rapids within a deep gorge.
The Floral Clock in Niagara Falls is a stunning horticultural timepiece adorned with vibrant flowers, offering both beauty and functionality to visitors.
Queenston Heights in Ontario is a historic site brimming with natural beauty, featuring scenic trails, the striking Brock's Monument, and captivating views overlooking the Niagara River.
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!
Free time to explore the picturesque historic community of Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Return journey to Toronto
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour will only take you to Niagara Falls in Ontario, Canada; the U.S territory of Niagara Falls will not be visited
- Itinerary is subject to change without notice
- Terms and Conditions for Infants and Toddlers Traveling on Our Vehicles 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. Car Seat or Booster Seat Provision: It is the responsibility of the client to bring their own government-approved car seat or booster seat for their child.
- This tour operates in all weather conditions
- The boat cruise is usually available from May to October, but exact dates are weather dependent and out of our control.
Reviews(390)
It was a great experience, our tour guide was Louis and he was very friendly and told great stories. We would definitely recommend him as your next guide
Loved our guide, Crystal. Bubbly, happy, lively and super warm, friendly and responsive. Very welcoming and engaging, if we always had tour guides like her, we would do many many more tours. The bus driver Ilona is also warm and welcoming, super accommodating and friendly. We felt very lucky and greatful to have such a wonderful day and experience!!! Thank you 😊
It was wonderful, the guide was very jovial and helpful, we were able to do the whole tour and in record time
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you had such a great Niagara Falls day tour from Toronto and that your guide made the experience fun, helpful, and enjoyable throughout the day. It’s especially great to hear that you were able to experience the full itinerary smoothly and make the most of your time at Niagara Falls, including the skip-the-line boat cruise. Thank you for choosing Gray Line Toronto. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back on another tour in the future! Warm regards, Alicia Gray Line Toronto
Excellent tour- learned so much about Canada- the falls etc. Saw things I didn’t plan on - so fun! I am coming back next summer with my son.
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our Niagara Falls day tour from Toronto and learned so much about Canada, Niagara Falls, and the fascinating history of the region. It is especially rewarding to know that the tour exceeded your expectations by introducing you to places and experiences you had not planned to see. Creating memorable, informative, and enjoyable sightseeing experiences is exactly what our team strives for every day. We are thrilled to hear you'll be returning next summer with your son. We look forward to welcoming you both back for another unforgettable Gray Line Toronto adventure. Kind regards, Breanna
Alex is great! She kept the entire tour on schedule. I learned a few new things about Toronto and Canada.
Dear valued guest, Thank you for your wonderful review of our Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto and Skip the Line Boat Cruise. We are delighted to hear that you had a great experience and that Alex kept the entire tour well organized and on schedule. We are also glad you enjoyed learning new things about Toronto, Canada, and Niagara Falls during your guided day trip. Your kind words mean a lot to our team, and we hope to welcome you again on another Niagara Falls tour from Toronto with Gray Line Toronto. Kind regards, Stephanie
Hugo and Alex were amazing. Funny, light hearted, open and the information was greatly spaced out so as to not overwhelm us. It was great and I would definitely recommend them. All information was clear and we didn’t need to pay anything extra except from our own sweet treats and souvenirs.
Dear valued guest, Thank you for your wonderful review of our Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto with Skip the Line Boat Cruise. We are delighted to hear that Hugo and Alex made your experience amazing, enjoyable, and easy to follow. We are especially glad you appreciated their funny, light-hearted approach and the clear information shared throughout the day without feeling overwhelmed. It is great to know that your guided Niagara Falls tour from Toronto felt transparent, well organized, and worth recommending. Kind regards, Stephanie
Very good explanations and always attentive to ensure that we all understood the story. Very kind
Estimado huésped, Muchas gracias por compartir su amable reseña de nuestro Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto with Skip the Line Boat Cruise. Nos alegra mucho saber que disfrutó de las explicaciones, la historia y la atención del guía durante el recorrido. Nos complace saber que el equipo estuvo siempre pendiente de que todos entendieran y se sintieran cómodos. Agradecemos mucho sus palabras y esperamos darle la bienvenida nuevamente en otro tour guiado a las Cataratas del Niágara desde Toronto. Saludos cordiales, Stephanie
Alex and Hugo were great. I would recommend this tour to anyone in the area. It was the perfect mix of organized and free time.
Dear valued guest, Thank you for your fantastic review and recommendation of our Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto with Skip the Line Boat Cruise. We are so happy to hear that Alex and Hugo helped make your Niagara Falls experience enjoyable, smooth, and memorable. We are especially glad you appreciated the balance of organized sightseeing and free time, as we aim to create a well-planned Niagara Falls tour from Toronto that gives guests both guidance and flexibility. Thank you again for choosing Gray Line, and we hope to welcome you back on another tour soon. Kind regards, Stephanie
I am so glad we booked this tour! What was important for us was to see the most important sites, not wake up too early, not stay too long in one place, and get back at a decent time. This tour accomplished all of that and more. Luis was amazing. He gave us lots of great info on the way and back, and he gave clear instructions. The pace was exactly what I hoped for! We had a great time.
Dear valued guest, Thank you for your wonderful review of our Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto and Skip the Line Boat Cruise. We are delighted to hear that you had a perfect day at and around Niagara Falls and that the tour matched exactly what you were looking for. It is great to know that you enjoyed seeing the most important Niagara Falls attractions without feeling rushed or spending too long in one place. We are especially pleased that Luis made the experience even better with his clear instructions, great information, and professional guidance throughout the day. Thank you again for booking your Niagara Falls tour with us. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back for another sightseeing experience from Toronto soon. Kind regards, Stephanie
The whole day tour was smooth and they are on time! The transpo was comfortable and clean! Our tour guide Alex was very accommodating. Beginning to end, she made sure all instructions for smooth logistics are properly communicated! Me and my friends enjoyed the whole day, however we find the time in falls and journey behind the falls are a bit tight especially because we took time in queue. We had to rush going back to the meet up point.
Dear valued guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are delighted to hear that your Niagara Falls day tour was smooth, on time, and that the transportation was comfortable and clean. We are especially happy to know that Alex was accommodating and clearly communicated all instructions from beginning to end, helping make the day organized and enjoyable for you and your friends. We also appreciate your honest feedback regarding the timing at the Falls and Journey Behind the Falls. During busy periods, attraction queues can make the schedule feel tighter than expected, and we understand how frustrating it can be to feel rushed returning to the meeting point. Your comments will be shared with our operations team as we continue working to improve the flow of our Niagara Falls sightseeing tour. Kind regards, Stephanie
