Niagara Falls Custom Day Tour from Toronto
- 8-12 hrs, starts hourly 7 AM-3 PM
- Group size: 1-56
- Toronto, Niagara region
FromC$2,095for the group
Book this tourNiagara Falls Boat & Winery Day Tour from Toronto
Small-group shared day tour from Toronto of about 10 hours, with GTA hotel pickup. Includes a Niagara City Cruises boat ride when operating, a winery tasting in Niagara-on-the-Lake, and free time at t
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- From C$348 per adult
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DurationSee itinerary
TypeGroup tour
Group sizeShared group
PriceC$348
Overview
This is a small-group shared day trip from Toronto, with hotel pickup across the GTA. In season we take the boat ride to the base of the Horseshoe Falls, then you have about two and a half to three hours at the Falls, including time for lunch.
In the afternoon we head up the Niagara Parkway for photo stops at the Whirlpool and the Floral Clock. We finish with a drive through Niagara-on-the-Lake and a tasting at a local winery before bringing you back to your hotel.
Highlights
- Boat ride to the base of the Horseshoe Falls, in season
- Tasting at a local winery
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in the GTA
- About 2.5 to 3 hours at the Falls
- Whirlpool and Floral Clock photo stops on the Parkway
- Drive through historic Niagara-on-the-Lake
Itinerary
Times and order are approximate and depend on traffic, weather and your group.
- 18:15-9:15 AMWe pick you up from your hotel in the GTA.
- 2MorningWe drive to Niagara Falls, about 1.5 hours in normal traffic.
- 3~11:00-11:30 AMWe arrive on the Canadian side of the Falls.
- 4~11:35 AMYou take the 20-minute boat ride when it operates, or Journey Behind the Falls when it does not.
- 5~12:00-1:45 PMYou have free time for lunch, shopping and sightseeing.
- 6~2:00 PMWe head north along the Niagara Parkway.
- 7~2:15 PMWe stop at the Whirlpool Rapids.
- 8~2:45 PMWe stop at the Floral Clock (May to October).
- 9~3:15 PMWe make a photo stop at a roadside chapel.
- 10~3:45 PMWe drive through Niagara-on-the-Lake and stop for a winery tasting.
- 11~6:15-7:15 PMWe drop you back at your hotel.
Meeting point and pickup
We pick up from hotels across the GTA in a staggered window of about 8:15 to 9:15 AM, and we confirm your exact time by email. Please email us your hotel name and address after you send your request.
What is included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in the GTA
- Small-group tour on a set itinerary
- Boat ride when operating (replacement confirmed at booking on other dates)
- Winery tasting
- Photo stops at the Whirlpool, Floral Clock (May to October) and a roadside chapel
- Drive through Niagara-on-the-Lake
- About 10 hours of touring
Not included
- Lunch and other meals
- Tickets for optional attractions
- Pickup from homes, other addresses or airports
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Layers
- Light waterproof layer
- Photo ID
- Camera
- Card or cash for lunch and extras
Questions about this tour
Are the boat and winery included?
Yes, when they operate. Journey Behind the Falls is the stand-in for the boat where its hours allow.
Is this tour shared or private?
It is a shared small-group tour. A minimum number of guests is needed for a shared departure.
How long is the tour?
It runs about 10 hours, and we return around 6:15 to 7:15 PM.
How much time do we get at the Falls?
You get about 2.5 to 3 hours.
How old do I need to be for the wine tasting?
The legal age is 19 in Ontario. Guests under 19 get grape juice where it is offered.
What time is pickup?
Pickup is between about 8:15 and 9:15 AM, and we confirm your time by email.
Can you pick up from somewhere other than a hotel?
Please email us to ask. Drop-off is at your pickup hotel.
How long is the boat ride?
It is about 20 minutes, sails past the American and Bridal Veil Falls, and includes a poncho.
Is lunch included?
No, lunch is not included. The free time at the Falls is your lunch window.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair access is not confirmed, so please email us about your needs.
What should I wear?
Wear walking shoes and layers, bring a waterproof jacket, and carry photo ID.
What happens if it rains?
The boat can close in high wind or water, and there is no separate bad-weather policy.
Do I need a passport?
No, the tour stays in Canada, but please carry photo ID.
How do I book?
Pick your date and number of guests in the booking box and send the request. We check with our local partners and email you within 24 hours to confirm, with a secure payment link. You pay nothing until you approve it.
Cancellation and payment
You can cancel up to 24 hours before the tour date; cancellations with less notice may be subject to a fee. You pay only after you approve your quote, by secure online payment. Read the full policies.
Accessibility
Accessibility of the vehicle, pickup and stops is not confirmed; email before requesting a date. Journey Behind the Falls is partially accessible (elevator to tunnel and upper deck, stairs to lower deck) and strollers are not allowed inside.
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