Niagara Falls Day Tour: Boat Cruise, Illumination Tower & Dinner

Key facts

What's included

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 Pass by

   Pick-up and drop-off available from accommodations in Niagara Falls, Canada or Niagara Falls, USA, or from a central Toronto meeting point (150 Bremner Blvd).

2. Stop 2

   Ride to the top of the Skylon Tower observation deck for breathtaking panoramic views of Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and the Niagara River.

   45 minutes

3. Stop 3 Pass by

   Pass by the Falls Incline Railway, a unique funicular that connects the Fallsview area with the Niagara River Parkway near the base of Horseshoe Falls.

4. Stop 4 Pass by

   Drive past the historic Niagara Parks Power Station, a beautifully restored hydroelectric generating station that once helped power the region using the immense energy of the Niagara River.

5. Stop 5 Pass by

   Pass by Dufferin Islands, a tranquil collection of small islands connected by footbridges just south of Niagara Falls and known for their peaceful natural beauty.

6. Stop 6 Pass by

   Drive past the International Control Dam, an important engineering structure that regulates the flow of water between hydroelectric stations while preserving the iconic appearance of Niagara Falls.

7. Stop 7 Pass by

   Pass by the historic Old Scow, a steel barge that became stranded in the Niagara River rapids in 1918 and has remained lodged just upstream from Horseshoe Falls ever since.

8. Stop 8

   Descend 125 feet through tunnels carved in bedrock at Journey Behind the Falls. Step out onto observation decks located just feet from the thundering Horseshoe Falls and experience the incredible power of Niagara up close.

   1 hour

9. Stop 9

   Enjoy a narrated scenic drive along the Niagara Parkway, often described as one of the most beautiful drives in Canada.

   1 hour

10. Stop 10 Pass by

    Pass by the famous Floral Clock, one of Niagara Parks’ most photographed landmarks. This large working clock is made up of thousands of colorful flowers that are replanted each season to create beautiful designs.

11. Stop 11 Pass by

    Pass by the historic Toronto Power Generating Station, an early 20th-century hydroelectric facility built into the Niagara Gorge that once played a key role in powering the region.

12. Stop 12

    Board Niagara City Cruises for an unforgettable boat ride to the base of the Falls. Sail through the mist as you approach the towering Horseshoe Falls and experience one of Niagara’s most iconic attractions. Once dinner is complete, you’ll head up to the Illumination Tower to change the lights that appear on the Falls in real-time! Plus, you’ll catch the amazing fireworks show on the Falls. Before you leave the Illumination Tower, you will receive a certificate that reads 'I Lit Up Niagara Falls' as a keepsake of your experience.

    1 hour

13. Stop 13

    Enjoy a delicious three-course Fallsview dinner at a Local Restaurant.

    1 hour

14. Stop 14

    Visit the Illumination Tower where the nightly lighting of Niagara Falls takes place. Here you will have the special opportunity to control the colors that illuminate the Falls and receive a personalized “I Lit Up Niagara Falls” certificate.

    1 hour

Meeting point & pickup

Pickup available, or meet at the start point

Complimentary pickup/drop-off in Niagara Falls (CANADA & USA) and central Toronto pickup spots.
We will contact you 1-3 days prior to your tour regarding a specific pick up time.
If you do not have access to phone or email please be ready and waiting 15 minutes prior to your tour start time.

How to get there

Pickup is available from 54 listed hotels. Exact pickup time is confirmed after booking.

Cancellation & confirmation