Tour of the American and Canadian Sides of Niagara Falls in One Day
Some Niagara Falls trips are American in nature, while others are Canadian.
Tour overview
Niagara Falls tours, some Niagara Falls trips are American in nature, while others are Canadian. No, not this one. On this deluxe tour of all Niagara Falls has to offer, you’ll get the complete experience from both sides of the border. Visit all of the must-see Niagara Falls attractions, including the thrilling Maid of the Mist boat excursion and the fascinating Cave of the Winds trek, as well as a journey to the top of the Skylon Tower. All entrance and attraction costs, as well as hotel transfers and road tolls, are included. You are responsible for your own food and beverages.
- A tour of the Niagara Falls.
- Discover both the American and Canadian sides of the border in a single trip.
- Depending on the season, take a thrilling Maid of the Mist boat ride or a “Journey Behind the Falls” excursion.
- In season, visit the thrilling Cave of the Winds.
- Aerial views from the Skylon Tower are spectacular.
- Take in the sights of multiple waterfalls, including Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls.
- All attraction, ticket, and toll payments, as well as hotel pickup and drop-off, are included.
Why do Travelers Choose This Tour?
On this trip, you will see Niagara Falls from both the American and Canadian sides.
Tour itinerary
Why select between an American and a Canadian Niagara Falls tour? A perfect Niagara Falls vacation involves activities on both sides of the border. This tour handles that key detail.
Begin with a convenient hotel pickup (from the Niagara Falls region) in a comfortable tour vehicle, replete with an expert guide who understands all there is to know about Niagara Falls.
This Niagara Falls day tour covers all of the area’s highlights.
What else is there to say about the Maid of the Mist boat cruise? This is the ultimate Niagara Falls experience, and no visit to the falls would be complete without it. Get up close and personal with the falls by donning a poncho. Feel the cold spray and the loud water noises. Those who do the journey between late April and October will have the experience of a lifetime.
Aside from those days, enjoy an equally thrilling “Journey Behind the Falls” to see the picturesque tunnels beneath and behind the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. Make no mistake: this is the closest anyone wants to go to the falls. The vista is spectacular, and the sound is like thunder. Take a step back, or in this case, get near enough to feel the strength. It’s thrilling.
The Niagara Gorge, Goat Island, Prospect Point Park observation tower overlooking the falls, Queen Victoria Park, and the famed Floral Clock, one of the biggest in the world, are all included on this tour.
Please keep in mind that the Maid of the Mist excursion leaves from the American side of Niagara Falls. Customers who book this tour must have the necessary paperwork to enter the United States and Canada.
Niagara Falls Canada
Admire the world-famous Falls.
Journey Behind the Falls
Outside of the season, you may take an incredible “Journey Behind the Falls” to stand in the mist behind thunderous Horseshoe Falls.
Cave of the Winds
Then, descend 175 feet (53 meters) to the legendary ‘storm deck’ to experience the thunder of the Falls in the incredible Cave of the Winds exhibit (when in season).
Maid Of The Mist
Set off with your experienced guide on a fun-filled day of touring after being picked up from your hotel in a comfortable, air-conditioned sightseeing van. See all of the key sights in this area with this 6-hour trip. Enjoy a wet and wild ride on the Maid of the Mist boat, which operates seasonally (from mid-May to October)*. Please keep in mind that the Maid of the Mist segment of this excursion leaves from the United States side of Niagara Falls. Customers who book this tour must have the proper documents to enter the United States and Canada.The operating dates for the Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Winds are estimates based on winter/ice conditions.
Skylon Tower
Aerial views from the Skylon Tower are spectacular.
Niagara Falls State Park
Visit the oldest state park in the United States.
Horseshoe Falls (Pass By): Visit the Niagara Falls.
Niagara Falls (Pass By): View the Falls from the American side.
Bridal Veil Falls (Pass By): View the falls that comprise the iconic Niagara Falls.
Three Sisters Island (Pass By): Explore the Niagara region’s attractions.
Table Rock Welcome Centre
Get the greatest Niagara Falls views.
Niagara Scow (Pass By): View the Old Scow’s spectacular wreck.
Queen Victoria Park (Pass By): Explore the Niagara region’s attractions.
Floral Clock (Pass By): Visit Niagara Parks’ world-famous Floral Clock.
Includes:
- Niagara Falls guided trip lasts around 6-7 hours.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in the Niagara Falls region (rather than in Toronto or Buffalo).
- Maid of the Mist Boat Ride (late April-November; weather permitting).
- When the Maid of the Mist is not working, Journey Behind the Falls takes its place.
- Mid-May to early November: Cave of the Winds with Hurricane Deck.
- The Cave Gorge Trip and How the World Changed Here Pavilion (replaces Cave of the Winds when it is not in use).
- All highway and bridge tolls.
Excludes:
- Alcohol or drinks
- Gratuities.
Testimonials
Tour highlights
- You must cancel at least 24 hours before the start time of the activity to get a complete refund.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time of the experience, you will not be reimbursed.
- Any modifications made less than 24 hours before the start time of the experience will not be allowed.
- The cut-off times are determined by the experience's local time.
- This experience needs a minimum number of participants. If the minimum is not fulfilled, you will be offered a new date/experience or a full refund.
Important details
Point of convergence:
- You can either walk to your desired meeting location or arrange pickup.
Pickup details:
- We pick up from any location/address in Niagara Falls, Ontario (Canada) or Niagara Falls, New York (USA). We do not provide pick-up service in New York City. Your departure time is sooner than your pickup time. After booking, please contact Over the Falls Tours to confirm your specified pickup time.
Before you go, be aware of the following:
- When you book, you will receive confirmation.
- This tour crosses the border between the United States and Canada. To enter the United States and Canada, all clients must have proper border crossing documents and complete all legal criteria.
- On the date of travel, a valid PASSPORT or other acceptable border crossing documents is required
- It is not wheelchair accessible.
- Accessible for strollers
- Service animals are permitted.
- There are infant seats available.
- Reconfirmation of border crossing procedures (PASSPORT, ESTA, and I-94 may be necessary for non-US nationals entering the US) with Over the Falls Tours is necessary. If you do not contact Over the Falls Tours directly at least 24 hours before your tour date to check border crossing regulations, your booking may be canceled without refund.
- Over the Falls Tours, Inc. retains the right to rearrange itineraries and replace attractions of equal or more value in order to better serve you as circumstances warrant at the time of your trip. The tour durations are estimates. Tour timings and itineraries may differ over holidays and holiday weekends. Over the Falls Tours, Inc. is not liable for events beyond our control. Over the Falls Tours, Inc. accepts no responsibility for delays in park systems, traffic delays, delays at foreign crossings, severe weather, vehicle malfunction, or any other delays beyond our control that result in late pick-ups, late drop-offs, service delays, or schedule adjustments.
- The vehicles used by Over the Falls Tours, Inc. are not wheelchair accessible. Passengers must be able to enter and depart the vehicle on their own or with the assistance of a group member. If a customer brings their own wheelchair, it must be foldable. If the customer does not have a foldable wheelchair, Over the Falls Tours, Inc. will offer one for free, subject to availability. **If you need a collapsible wheelchair or stroller, please call Over the Falls Tours ahead of time to ensure availability.
- Over the Falls Tours, Inc. vehicles are not wheelchair accessible. Passengers must be able to enter and depart the vehicle on their own or with the assistance of another member of their party. If the client brings their own wheelchair, it must be foldable. If the customer does not have a collapsible wheelchair, Over the Falls Tours., Inc. will offer one at no additional fee, subject to availability. **If you require a collapsible wheelchair or stroller, please call Over the Falls Tours in advance of your tour date to ensure availability.
- Service animals are approved if they satisfy the following criteria: The Service Animal MUST go with the person to whom it has been assigned. The Service Animal should be dressed in a service vest. This will assist the other guests in comprehending the significance of the animal on the tour. Documentation supporting the Service Animal's certification as a service/therapy animal by a recognized organization is necessary. When entering Canada, this must be ready to show the Customs Agent. If your tour includes a border crossing, the animal's vaccination record must be accessible to show the border official if needed.
- The majority of passengers are able to participate.
- There will be a maximum of 32 people on this tour/activity.