2-Day Niagara Falls US, WatkinsGlen w/Scenic Hotel Upgrade Option

Day 1: New York -Corning -Niagara Falls

1. New York City
   11h
   Today we will be heading to the Corning Glass Museum! The museum is located in western New York and is dedicated to history, art, and the science behind glassmaking. Following, we will be visiting Niagara Falls and overlooking the American Fall, the Horseshoe Fall, and the Bridal Veil Fall!
   
   Itinerary:
   
   New York → Corning Museum of Glass (Optional, 90 mins) → Watkins Glen State Park + Finger Lake (Optional, 90 mins, Watkins Glen State Park will not be visited when it is closed) → Niagara Falls Night Tour (Mandatory, 90mins)
   
   Notes:
   1. Watkins Glen State Park only opens in summer, usually from April to October each year. Since it requires parking fees and permits to enter Watkins Glen State Park and the Finger Lakes for travel buses , an additional fee of $22 per person will be charged.
   2. In order to ensure a better experience for guests, it is guaranteed that guests can watch the fireworks show at the waterfall on that day (except that there is no fireworks show on that day).
2. Corning Museum of Glass
   1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   The Corning Museum of Glass
   Corning Museum of Glass is a beautiful glass artwork museum! It showcases over 3,500 years’ worth of glass for you to explore from Asia, Europe, America and more! Corning Museum of Glass even contains an Innovation Center and a 35 Centuries of Glass gallery! The Innovation Center in the Corning Museum of Glass houses interactive studies of science and research! Explore the museum with us today, as we take you through its educational and engaging exhibits! It is simply the most perfect museum for anyone of any age to visit!
3. Watkins Glen State Park
   1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   Watkins Glen State Park + Finger Lake (Optional, 90 mins, Watkins Glen State Park will not be visited when it is closed)
   
   Explore the beauty of the Watkins Glen State Park! The park has carved a dramatic gorge into the Watkins Glen hillside, resulting in a large, cavern-like network of rock formations. Within two miles, the glen's stream descends 400 feet past 200-foot cliffs. It even has 19 waterfalls along its course for you to explore.
4. Niagara Falls State Park
   1h 30m
   Niagara Falls Night Tour (Mandatory, 90mins)In order to ensure a better experience for guests, it is guaranteed that guests can watch the fireworks show at the waterfall on that day (except that there is no fireworks show on that day).
   
   Enjoy some awe-inspiring sceneries and an adventure-packed experience with us on the Niagara falls night tour! Niagara Falls is actually not one waterfall, but three! Niagara Falls, the oldest state park in the United States is one of the greatest places you will ever visit in your lifetime!

Day 2: Niagara Falls -New York

1. New York City
   12h
   Niagara Falls is a group of three waterfalls at the southern end of Niagara Gorge, spanning the border between the province of Ontario in Canada and the state of New York in the United States. Formed by the Niagara River, which drains Lake Erie into Lake Ontario before going out to Atlantic by the Gulf of Saint Lawrence, the combined falls have the highest flow rate of any waterfall in North America that has a vertical drop of more than 50 m (160 ft).
   
   Summer Itinerary: (Applied when Maid of the Mist opens)
   Niagara Falls Classic Tour (Optional, 2.5 hours, including Whirlpool Park + Cave of the Winds + Maid of the Mist) → New York
   
   Winter Itinerary: (Applied when Maid of the Mist closes)
   Niagara Falls Classic Tour (Optional, 2.5 hours, including Whirlpool Park + Cave of the Winds + Old Fort Niagara State Park) → New York
   
   Notes:
   
   Maid of the Mist Niagara Falls Boat usually closed in winter season, it will not be visited based on attraction closure.
2. 2h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   Winter Itinerary: (Applied when Maid of the Mist closes)
   Niagara Falls Classic Tour (Optional, 2.5 hours, including Whirlpool Park + Cave of the Winds + Old Fort Niagara State Park)
   
   Old Fort Niagara State Park
   Old Fort Niagara is a rich historical landmark. It spans more than 300 years and its commanding presence on the great lake caused it to play a critical role in major wars of: The French and Indian War, the American Revolution, and the War of 1812. The gorgeous Lake Ontario lies behind the Fort too.
3. 2h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   Summer Itinerary: (Applied when Maid of the Mist opens)
   Niagara Falls Classic Tour (Optional, 2.5 hours, including Whirlpool Park + Cave of the Winds + Maid of the Mist)Maid of the Mist Niagara Falls Boat usually closed in winter season, it will not be visited based on attraction closure.
   
   It's the combination of height and volume that makes the Niagara Falls so beautiful. More than 6 million cubic ft. (168,000 cubic meters) of water lays over the crest line of the falls every minute during daytime peak tourist hours. The famous Maid of the Mist ride gets passengers as close as possible to the Niagara Falls! The Maid rides right into the mists thrown up by the roaring cascade as the Niagara River tumbles over the edge of the falls.
4. Cave of the Winds
   45m
   Summer Itinerary: (Applied when Maid of the Mist opens)
   Niagara Falls Classic Tour (Optional, 2.5 hours, including Whirlpool Park + Cave of the Winds + Maid of the Mist) → New York
   
   Winter Itinerary: (Applied when Maid of the Mist closes)
   Niagara Falls Classic Tour (Optional, 2.5 hours, including Whirlpool Park + Cave of the Winds + Old Fort Niagara State Park) → New York
   
   The Cave of the Winds on the New York side of Niagara Falls is an attraction which allows sightseers to walk right up to the base of the Bridal Veil Falls with water crashing down right on them and flowing beneath the decking.
5. Whirlpool State Park
   30m
   Summer Itinerary: (Applied when Maid of the Mist opens)
   Niagara Falls Classic Tour (Optional, 2.5 hours, including Whirlpool Park + Cave of the Winds + Maid of the Mist) → New York
   
   Winter Itinerary: (Applied when Maid of the Mist closes)
   Niagara Falls Classic Tour (Optional, 2.5 hours, including Whirlpool Park + Cave of the Winds + Old Fort Niagara State Park) → New York
   
   The Niagara Whirlpool’s greatest depth is 125 feet. It is estimated that the whirlpool formed approximately 7,500 years ago by an upstream erosion of the Niagara escarpment by the Niagara River.
6. Pass by
   Please read carefully: If you only purchased the Maid of the Mist boat ride ticket, you will visit the attraction on your own. This option does not include the full-day roundtrip tour from/to New York City.
   
   Ticket Redemption & Important Information
   
   Redemption Location:
   The ticket booth is located at street level next to the Observation Deck inside Niagara Falls State Park at Prospect Point.
   
   Only the lead traveler’s name is required at booking.Please bring a printed voucher & a valid photo ID for ticket redemption.
   
   Tickets are valid only on the selected date and may be used at any time during operating hours. Boats depart every 15 minutes. If full, please wait for the next available departure.
   
   Your confirmation voucher, along with detailed redemption instructions, will be issued within 24 hours prior to your travel date. Please check your registered email or platform messages one day before departure.
   
   For the latest operating hours, please visit: maidofthemist.com/schedule-pricing

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Travelers under 18 must be with an adult. Pregnant travelers allowed if under 24 weeks.
• Tour duration includes visit times, travel, traffic, and driving between locations.
• Please verify your name and contact details; errors may incur additional costs.
• Please read carefully: If you only purchased the Maid of the Mist boat ride ticket, you will go to the attraction and visit on your own. This option does not include the full-day roundtrip tour from/to New York City. The confirmation voucher, along with detailed ticket redemption instructions, will be issued by our staff within 24 hours prior to your selected travel date. Guests are kindly advised to check their registered email address or platform message inbox one day before departure to ensure timely receipt of all necessary information.
• If you select the “Maid of the Mist Boat Ride Only” option, please note that it includes only the boat ride ticket at Niagara Falls. It does not include the 2-day tour, hotel stay, round-trip transportation from New York City, or driver/guide services.
• You must contact the tour operator at least 3 days prior to the departure date to provide the pick-up location. If no information is received by the deadline, the default pick-up location and time will be automatically assigned:07:00Departure Manhattan: 1459 Broadway, New York, NY 10036
• For groups over 4 people or those needing multiple room types, separate bookings are required. Please send all confirmation numbers after booking.
• By selecting an option and completing your booking, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the tour's full product description, including all details about itinerary, included and excluded fees. Your payment indicates your acceptance of these terms.
• Children under 6 may require a booster seat by law. Coach buses usually do not need one, but winter tours using vans/minivans may. Please contact the operator in advance if needed; rental available on request.
• Hotel rooms accommodate 1–4 guests with either two double beds or one king/queen bed (subject to availability). For groups over 4 or needing multiple room types, please book separately and provide all confirmation numbers after booking.
• Tickets & Admission: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are not accepted. All admission tickets must be purchased during booking or from your guide on the day of the tour.
• Bring comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and water for hydration. A valid reachable phone number is required for safety and trip communication.
• For individual special needs, we may not be able to guarantee it. For special reasons, please confirm with the tour operator whether your special request is feasible after your booking is confirmed.
• U.S. Niagara Falls Boat Tour October 3 – November 2: Operates daily Last operating day: Sunday, November 2
• Please check the operating schedule carefully when planning your visit. If you have purchased boat tickets for dates when the service is not available, kindly contact your tour operator for a refund.