Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto with Skylon Tower, Journey Behind the Falls, & Boat
by See Sight Tours
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Niagara Falls is one of Canada’s most recognized natural landmarks, where three waterfalls converge along the Niagara River. This guided day tour from downtown Toronto includes round-trip transportation in a luxury Mercedes van and stops at several key attractions around the Falls. The tour begins with a pickup from a downtown Toronto hotel around 8am. After about 1.5 hours traveling through Ontario’s countryside, the group arrives at Niagara Falls. Along the way, the guide points out local history and landmarks, including Dufferin Islands, the International Control Dam, the Niagara Scow barge, and historic hydroelectric power stations. At Niagara Falls, the tour visits Journey Behind the Falls, where visitors descend 125 feet through rock tunnels to observation platforms near Horseshoe Falls. Next is the Skylon Tower, where a glass elevator ride takes guests 520 feet above the Falls for panoramic views of all three waterfalls and the Niagara River. The tour also includes a scenic drive along the Niagara River Parkway, known for its views of the river and surrounding areas. Visitors then take the Niagara City Cruises boat tour (operating May to December) to reach the base of the Falls, with ponchos provided for the mist. In winter months, the boat ride is replaced by admission to the Niagara Takes Flight ride. After the boat or flight experience, the group returns to Toronto by van. The full tour lasts about nine hours and includes hotel pickup and drop-off downtown, all admissions, and transportation in a luxury vehicle.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Pickup in Downtown Toronto
The tour begins at 8am with a guide picking up guests in downtown Toronto and boarding them onto a comfortable vehicle for the trip to Niagara Falls. The drive through Ontario’s countryside takes about 1.5 hours while the guide shares stories about the region.
Drive through Niagara Region
Continuing toward Niagara Falls, the guide provides background on the area's geography, history, and culture before arriving at the waterfalls.
Dufferin Islands Stop
A brief stop at Dufferin Islands allows visitors to see a quiet area with greenery, winding paths, and calm waterways located near Niagara Falls.
Pass by International Control Dam
The vehicle passes the International Control Dam, a structure that manages water flow between hydroelectric stations while maintaining the Falls' appearance.
Pass by Niagara Scow
The tour passes the Niagara Scow, a steel barge stuck in Niagara River rapids since 1918, which has become a notable landmark.
Pass by Hydroelectric Stations
Several historic hydroelectric power stations along the Niagara River are viewed from the vehicle, illustrating the region’s use of the Falls’ energy.
Drive-by Historic Hydroelectric Station
The tour passes a hydroelectric power station opened in 1905, highlighting early hydroelectric development at Niagara Falls.
Journey Behind the Falls
Visitors descend 125 feet through tunnels carved into bedrock to reach observation platforms located close to Horseshoe Falls, offering views just steps from the cascading water.
60 min
Skylon Tower
Guests ride a glass elevator 520 feet up the Skylon Tower to an observation deck with panoramic views of Niagara Falls, the Niagara River, and the surrounding area.
60 min
Scenic Drive Along Niagara River Parkway
The tour includes a drive along the Niagara River Parkway, known for its scenic views of the river and nearby landscapes.
60 min
Helicopter Flight (Optional)
A 12-minute helicopter flight is available, offering aerial views of Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and the Niagara River from above.
Niagara City Cruises Boat Ride
Guests board Niagara City Cruises for a boat tour that sails close to the base of the Falls, passing the American and Horseshoe Falls. Ponchos are provided to protect from the mist.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto with Skylon Tower, Journey Behind the Falls, & Boat
by See Sight Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.C$718Overview
Niagara Falls is one of Canada’s most recognized natural landmarks, where three waterfalls converge along the Niagara River. This guided day tour from downtown Toronto includes round-trip transportation in a luxury Mercedes van and stops at several key attractions around the Falls. The tour begins with a pickup from a downtown Toronto hotel around 8am. After about 1.5 hours traveling through Ontario’s countryside, the group arrives at Niagara Falls. Along the way, the guide points out local history and landmarks, including Dufferin Islands, the International Control Dam, the Niagara Scow barge, and historic hydroelectric power stations. At Niagara Falls, the tour visits Journey Behind the Falls, where visitors descend 125 feet through rock tunnels to observation platforms near Horseshoe Falls. Next is the Skylon Tower, where a glass elevator ride takes guests 520 feet above the Falls for panoramic views of all three waterfalls and the Niagara River. The tour also includes a scenic drive along the Niagara River Parkway, known for its views of the river and surrounding areas. Visitors then take the Niagara City Cruises boat tour (operating May to December) to reach the base of the Falls, with ponchos provided for the mist. In winter months, the boat ride is replaced by admission to the Niagara Takes Flight ride. After the boat or flight experience, the group returns to Toronto by van. The full tour lasts about nine hours and includes hotel pickup and drop-off downtown, all admissions, and transportation in a luxury vehicle.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Pickup in Downtown Toronto
The tour begins at 8am with a guide picking up guests in downtown Toronto and boarding them onto a comfortable vehicle for the trip to Niagara Falls. The drive through Ontario’s countryside takes about 1.5 hours while the guide shares stories about the region.
Drive through Niagara Region
Continuing toward Niagara Falls, the guide provides background on the area's geography, history, and culture before arriving at the waterfalls.
Dufferin Islands Stop
A brief stop at Dufferin Islands allows visitors to see a quiet area with greenery, winding paths, and calm waterways located near Niagara Falls.
Pass by International Control Dam
The vehicle passes the International Control Dam, a structure that manages water flow between hydroelectric stations while maintaining the Falls' appearance.
Pass by Niagara Scow
The tour passes the Niagara Scow, a steel barge stuck in Niagara River rapids since 1918, which has become a notable landmark.
Pass by Hydroelectric Stations
Several historic hydroelectric power stations along the Niagara River are viewed from the vehicle, illustrating the region’s use of the Falls’ energy.
Drive-by Historic Hydroelectric Station
The tour passes a hydroelectric power station opened in 1905, highlighting early hydroelectric development at Niagara Falls.
Journey Behind the Falls
Visitors descend 125 feet through tunnels carved into bedrock to reach observation platforms located close to Horseshoe Falls, offering views just steps from the cascading water.
60 min
Skylon Tower
Guests ride a glass elevator 520 feet up the Skylon Tower to an observation deck with panoramic views of Niagara Falls, the Niagara River, and the surrounding area.
60 min
Scenic Drive Along Niagara River Parkway
The tour includes a drive along the Niagara River Parkway, known for its scenic views of the river and nearby landscapes.
60 min
Helicopter Flight (Optional)
A 12-minute helicopter flight is available, offering aerial views of Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and the Niagara River from above.
Niagara City Cruises Boat Ride
Guests board Niagara City Cruises for a boat tour that sails close to the base of the Falls, passing the American and Horseshoe Falls. Ponchos are provided to protect from the mist.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.