Niagara Falls, Toronto and 1000 Islands, 3 Day Tour from NYC

4.4 (133 reviews) New York City, USA
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Duration3 days
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LanguagesGerman, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 50 travelers

Overview

Head north from New York City in a climate-controlled coach on this exciting 3-day tour to experience the best of the Niagara Falls region and upstate New York. Along with exploring the majestic Niagara Falls, you’ll visit the 1000 Islands, and Delaware Water Gap. At Niagara Falls, you’ll tour the American side at night and ride the famous ‘Maid of the Mist’ boat the next day. You’ll then go shopping at premier Destiny USA. After that we take a cruise on the St Lawrence River and more. Accommodation at Hotel Vittoria in Niagara Falls or similar for the first night and then Holiday Inn Express in Gananoque in the 1000 Islands area or similar for the second night.

Help create a better planet for everyone to travel and explore. We have partnered with One Tree Planted to plant one tree for every passenger that travels with us along with an extra tree for anyone that books multiple trips.

What's included

  • Wifi on full sized buses only. Wifi is dependent on local cell service
  • 2-nights hotel accommodation including tax and Continental Breakfast
  • Transportation by 15-passenger van or a full-sized bus
  • 1000 Islands Cruise (May to October)
  • Breakfast
  • Sightseeing in Niagara Falls, Tornoto and 1000 Islands
  • Professional tour guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

What to expect

Day 1: NEW YORK – FINGER LAKES – NIAGARA FALLS
  1. Watkins Glen State Park
    45m
    This morning we depart from the Big Apple heading north where we will pass the beautiful Delaware water Gap to Watkins Glen State Park in the heart of the Finger Lakes region. Walk through Watkins Glen Canyon to visit the beautiful waterfalls and then continue to Niagara Falls passing Seneca Lake, arriving in the late afternoon.
  2. Niagara Falls State Park
    2h
    Tour the US side of Niagara including the American Falls, Goat Island and Luna Island. Experience the power of Niagara aboard the Maid of the Mist.
  3. She-Qua-Ga Falls
    2h
    Mostly in APRIL and OCTOBER depending on weather conditions: We go to Montour Falls instead of Watkins Glen State Park and to Journey behind the falls instead of Maid of the Mist
  4. Niagara Falls State Park
    2h
    At night, we can appreciate the colorful lighting of the waters.

    Overnight: Niagara Falls – Ramada by Wyndham
Day 2: NIAGARA FALLS – TORONTO – 1000 ISLANDS
  1. Niagara Falls
    30m
    Our day starts with the magnificent Horseshoe Falls’ view
  2. Niagara-on-the-Lake
    1h 30m
    Next we visit the picturesque village of Niagara on the Lake.
  3. Toronto
    3h
    Next, we continue to Toronto, the financial capital of Canada. We visit the HTO Park, Brookfield Place - home of the Hockey Hall of Fame - City Hall and The Distillery Historic District. Towards evening depart Toronto east along the world-famous Lake Ontario for an evening arrival to the 1000 Islands area (in April, based on weather’s conditions we may return to Niagara Falls for overnight).
Day 3: 1000 ISLANDS – NEW YORK
  1. 1h · Admission ticket included
    We start the day with a cruise through the amazing 1000 Islands along the St. Laurence River that was navigated about 500 years ago by the French explorer Jacques Cartier. See the houses of the rich and famous built atop private islands - such as Boldt Castle and Heart Island.
  2. Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
    20m
    After the Cruise we embark back to New York, on the way we will stop at the Delaware Water Gap. Here the Delaware river cuts a scenic gap in the Kittatinny Ridge, famous for Hiking trails, camping, and white water rafting excursions, you get to see the beautiful landscape of the northeastern United States.
  3. Pocono Premium Outlets
    2h
    On the way to New York, enjoy a shopping excursion at one of the large outlet malls along the way. Find your own bargain with brand name stores for less. Evening return to New York.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

6:30 AM Departure
In front of Port Authority Bus Terminal Building on 42nd Street (between 8th & 9th Avenue)

Return at approximately 7pm-8pm

End point

6:30 AM Departure
In front of Port Authority Bus Terminal Building on 42nd Street (between 8th & 9th Avenue)

Return at approximately 7pm-8pm

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 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
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Wheelchair transportation must be requested in advance
  • Children under the age of 2 are free, please advise at time of booking if infant is traveling
  • For tours with fewer guests, vans may be substituted
  • Tours can be bilingual/multilingual as they are offered in many different languages
  • Luggage is limited to one piece and a small carry on per person
  • Maximum of three people per room. If traveling with a party of 4 or more, or desire to have separate rooms please make separate bookings

Cancellation policy

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

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