Niagara Falls VIP Boat Ride & Journey Behind the Falls Discount Tickets

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Overview

Join this skip-the-line tour to be first on the Niagara City Cruises boat and cruise close to Niagara Falls. Then enjoy an expertly guided walking tour that highlights Niagara's history, natural beauty, and iconic moments. The best is yet to come with a visit to the Journey Behind the Falls experience. This same Niagara Falls experience including a boat ride, Journey Behind the Falls, and walking tour is also available in the afternoon — choose the Niagara Falls Afternoon option at time of booking.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be will be wearing a yellow vest, holding Walks sign. Meet in the garden in front of the Niagara Parks Police Station at 6075 Niagara River Pkwy. Please DO NOT proceed directly to the Niagara City Cruises boat.

End Point

End point

Table Rock Visitor Center 6650 Niagara Pkwy, Niagara Falls, ON, Canada

Redemption Instructions

- The tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. - Tours run rain or shine. Ponchos are available on City Cruises Boat and Journey Behind the Falls. You will get close to the waterfall. Be prepared to get wet. - This is a walking tour, guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace, you'll cover roughly 2 Km (2 mi). We encourage appropriate footwear for uneven surfaces. - Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time. - Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. - Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs. - Limited restroom availability, please go prior to your tour and ensure you are ready for the tour when you arrive at the meeting point. - Please note that this tour takes place entirely outdoors, regardless of weather conditions. We recommend dressing appropriately for the season. Winter months in particular can be quite cold, be prepared to remain outside for the majority of the tour’s duration. - Please note: this tour is located in Canada, any guest arriving from the US will need a passport to enter Canada.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. See Niagara Falls up close on a stunning boat cruise followed by a guided walking tour and visit to Journey Behind the Falls. This ultimate Niagara Falls tour with special access to the first elevator of the day. This journey brings you 19 stories down into the gorge, complete with panoramic views, meaning you’ll be the first ones down to the docks and personally escorted onto the Niagara City Cruises boat. Once on the boat, you get to pick the best possible viewing spot before the crowds arrive. A complimentary poncho is included and trust us you’ll need it! The 20 minute cruise around the falls can drench anyone adventuring near enough. If you prefer to visit Niagara Falls in the afternoon, select the Niagara Falls Afternoon option at time of booking. You'll enjoy the same Niagara Falls experience with a boat ride, tickets to Journey Behind the Falls, and a walking tour of the boardwalk with an expert guide.
Duration: 60 mins
2. Following the Niagara City Cruise, your guide will immerse you in the history and stories of the Falls as you take a walking tour around the boardwalk. Your guide will point out key landmarks that define the Falls, and you'll enjoy more iconic vantage points you'll want to capture with your camera.
Duration: 60 mins
3. Next, visit Table Rock Visitor Center for pre-reserved entry to the Journey Behind the Falls. Descend the stairs into rocky caves behind Niagara Falls, where crashing water echoes through the tunnels. Reach a ledge beside the falls, experiencing the awe-inspiring force of 3,160 tons of cascading water up close.
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

Poncho

Horseshoe Falls

Niagara River

Local English-speaking guide

Journey Behind the Falls ticket

Skip-the-line First Elevator (if option selected)

Table Rock Visitor Center

American Falls (view)

Bridal Veil Falls (view)

Niagara City Cruise ticket

Exclusion

Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs.

This is a walking tour, guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace, you'll cover roughly 2 Km (1 mi). We encourage appropriate footwear for uneven surfaces.

Please note that this tour takes place entirely outdoors, regardless of weather conditions. We recommend dressing appropriately for the season. Winter months in particular can be quite cold, be prepared to remain outside for the majority of the tour’s duration.

Please note: this tour is located in Canada, any guest arriving from the US will need a passport to enter Canada.

Note: This tour has options - Select First Niagara Boat option at time of booking for special access to the first elevator of the day and enjoy a scenic boat ride to the Falls before the crowds arrive. Or choose Niagara Falls Tour to experience a blend of excitement, adventure, and expert storytelling.

Supplied by Walks - Canada

Reviews

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Based on 617 reviews

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