Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake Day Tour from Toronto
Explore the falls at your own pace, with guided coach travel from Toronto
Duration
9–10 hrs
Includes
Guide, round-trip transfers
Highlights
Ride from Toronto to Niagara Falls on a shared coach tour with an English-speaking guide sharing insights into the region’s history and geology. Enjoy time to explore independently without arranging your own transport. Attraction admission is excluded from the tour-only option; the upgraded option includes a seasonal boat cruise or Journey Behind the Falls.
Itinerary
- Depart at 8:30am from 55 York Street, Toronto, in front of Tim Hortons.
- Reach Niagara Falls at 10:00am. On the Join-In Tour, enjoy 2 hours 30 minutes of self-guided free time for photos, lunch, souvenir shopping, the SkyWheel and arcade games.
- With the Join-In Tour with Boat Cruise or Journey Behind the Falls (seasonal) option, take a 30-minute guided Hornblower cruise with Niagara City Cruises, including skip-the-line entry and a souvenir poncho, or choose Journey Behind the Falls. In winter, Niagara Takes Flight replaces the boat ride.
- If you choose Journey Behind the Falls, explore for 30 minutes on a self-guided visit with skip-the-ticket-line entry. This attraction is available year-round.
- Visit Maple Leaf Place for a 45-minute guided stop, including a complimentary maple syrup tasting.
- Stop at Niagara Whirlpool for 15 minutes of self-guided viewing of the rapids in the gorge. Then drive past Queenston Heights and the Floral Clock.
- Return to 55 York Street, Toronto, between 5:30pm and 6:30pm.
What's Included
- Round-trip coach transport from Toronto
- English-speaking guide
- Complimentary maple syrup tasting
- Attraction admission with the Boat Cruise or Journey Behind the Falls option only
Important details
- Children ages 0–16 require an accompanying paying adult.
- Ticket categories cover infants ages 0–1, children ages 2–11, adults ages 17+ and seniors ages 65–100. Student tickets for ages 12–16 are available on the tour-only option.
- This tour requires considerable walking and stair climbing and is not wheelchair-accessible.
- Each infant and toddler requires a separate seat and a government-approved car seat or booster suitable for their age, height and weight.
- Alcohol consumption is restricted to ages 19+. Bring valid ID as proof of age if drinking.
- Check in at least 15 minutes before departure.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 24 hours before the activity date (destination local time) for a full refund. Late arrivals and no-shows are not refundable. If the operator cancels due to unforeseen events or extreme weather, you can reschedule or request a full refund.
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Related locations
Journey Behind the Falls
Admission includedStep beneath the surface of one of the planet's most iconic natural wonders. Journey Behind the Falls takes you through bedrock tunnels carved into the Niagara Gorge cliff, leading to portals where the full weight of Horseshoe Falls crashes just metres away. The roar is physical, the mist is constant, and the scale is humbling. Journey Behind the Falls delivers a perspective that no viewpoint above ground can match, making it a must for anyone serious about understanding Niagara's raw power.