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Journey Behind the Falls: Our most recommended tours and activities

Niagara Falls, Canada: First Boat Cruise & Behind Falls Tour

1. Niagara Falls, Canada: First Boat Cruise & Behind Falls Tour

Dedicate a day to the mesmerizing Niagara Falls on a guided walking tour. Be on the first funicular of the day and descend into the gorge for the Voyage to the Falls boat tour. Walk around the boardwalk before taking part in the Journey Behind the Falls experience. Meet your friendly guide and group in front of the elevator in the morning and take in panoramic views as you make your way down to the Voyage to the Falls boat tour. Climb aboard and feel the power of Niagara Falls up close. Ascend back up and enjoy an informative walking tour around the boardwalk. View the site of the former Honeymoon Bridge, learn about famous celebrities and daredevils who visited this site, and take a great photo at Horseshoe Falls. Arrive at the Table Rock Welcome Center and get ready for the Journey Behind the Falls experience with pre-reserved access. Climb down the stairs into the rocky caves behind the waterfalls and follow a ledge to a viewing point beside the cascades.

Niagara Falls, Canada: Small Group Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

2. Niagara Falls, Canada: Small Group Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

Enjoy a guided tour of the Canadian side of Niagara Falls. Experience the mighty waterfalls with stunning views of both the American Falls and the Horseshoe Falls. See the power of Niagara up close, onboard the Hornblower Niagara Cruises boat ride Voyage to the Falls. Hear about the origins of the falls and see the American and Canadian power plants that run on the Niagara River's waters. Stop to admire the beautiful Floral Clock, made up of more than 16,000 carpet bedding plants. Learn about the Niagara Glen and the Whirlpool Golf Course, and enjoy fully narrated stops at the Whirlpool Rapids Observation Deck and the Brink of the Falls. Then, ascend the Skylon Tower for panoramic aerial views and descend behind the falls as feel the Horseshoe Falls cascading above you at the Journey Behind the Falls. Cruise past the American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls aboard a Hornblower Niagara cruise boat. From December to April, when the boat tour is non-operational, visit the Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory and Niagara's Fury attraction instead. Step inside a 4D motion theater and discover the ancient story of Niagara Falls in a multi-sensory simulation of the last Ice Age

From Toronto: Day Trip to Niagara Falls with Boat Cruise

3. From Toronto: Day Trip to Niagara Falls with Boat Cruise

Experience a guided tour of the Canadian side of Niagara Falls and discover the mighty waterfalls with stunning views. Enjoy historical and behind-the-scenes commentary from your local and licensed tour guide. Your day will start with complimentary pickup from central hotels and locations across Downtown Toronto and Mississauga and arrive in Niagara Falls around 10:00 AM to enjoy 4 hours in summer or 3 hours in winter of free time to explore the falls. Add attractions to your tour package to experience the best of Niagara Falls. Take this tour in the summer and take the Hornblower Boat Cruise, the world-famous boat ride, formally called the Maid of the Mist. Get up close to the Niagara Gorge, American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and feel the mist of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. You can even enjoy this tour in the winter when the boat is not running. Add other famous experiences to your tour experience including the Skylon Tower, Journey Behind the Falls, or Niagara's Fury.  Explore Clifton Hill for solo and family fun with activities like the Niagara SkyWheel, Ripley's Believe it or Not, and an arcade. Pack a lunch to have a picnic by the waterfalls or order at a local restaurant. Next, go on a scenic and narrated drive across the Niagara Parkway. Stop and take photos at iconic attractions along the way like the Niagara Whirlpool Rapids, the floral clock and the Niagara Power Station. Next, enjoy a maple syrup tour and tasting and try Canadian-inspired treats like homemade fudge, poutine, maple beer, or Niagara’s famous ice wine. Return to your original location in Toronto around 5 PM and enjoy a full evening in the city with time for dinner and time to plan an evening event for yourself.

Toronto: Niagara Falls Premium Day Trip with Optional Cruise

4. Toronto: Niagara Falls Premium Day Trip with Optional Cruise

Visit the world-famous Niagara Falls on a hassle-free tour by premium bus from Toronto. With three tour options to choose from, prepare for an experience that will leave you with memories that will last a lifetime. Relax in the comfort of a premium climate-controlled bus as you begin your journey with a pickup from downtown Toronto. Enjoy lively commentary from your experienced guide on the scenic drive into the Niagara Region.  Pending the selected option, in Niagara Falls you can enjoy free time, savor a delicious a la carte lunch, and/or experience an attraction. In Summer, sail into the mist of the Falls with access to the seasonal boat ride 'Voyage to the Falls'. In winter or when the boat is not operating, there are two alternate attractions offered. Experience the 'Journey Behind the Falls', a year-round attraction that offers a unique view of the Falls, or re-live a lifetime of Niagara's sensational true stories at the Imax Theater. The most popular tour option includes the attraction upgrade and lunch. Taste the very best of Niagara with exclusive seating at Queen Victoria Place Restaurant and savor a locally sourced a la carte menu, paired with Ontario craft beers and Niagara VQA wines.  Your tour concludes with your return to Toronto.

Canada: Niagara Falls Helicopter Ride and Boat Trip

5. Canada: Niagara Falls Helicopter Ride and Boat Trip

Take a guided tour of Niagara Falls to see the mighty waterfall from several different perspectives, including from the sky with a 12-minute helicopter ride. Experience the Canadian side of the falls, considered the best side to view both the American and Horseshoe Falls.  Fly directly above the falls and the whirlpool rapids to get a bird’s-eye view during a 12-minute helicopter flight. Admire the dramatic sight of this natural beauty from the air. Then see the power of Niagara Falls up close aboard the Hornblower Niagara Cruise boat, for visitors between May to November. When the boat cruise is not operating, experience the Niagara Fury and the Butterfly Conservatory. Take in 360-degree views from the observation deck of the Skylon Tower and enjoy a spectacular lunch in the revolving dining room. End with a journey behind the iconic Horseshoe Falls. The tour concludes with your safe return to your pickup location.

Niagara Falls: Sightseeing Pass with 5 Attractions and Tour

6. Niagara Falls: Sightseeing Pass with 5 Attractions and Tour

Visit the attractions in any order of your choice. You may decide to start with the Niagara walking tour, which will open your eyes to the history of Niagara and how the falls became one of the world's most treasured landmarks. With departure times throughout the day, join a walking tour at the time that suits you best, and discover Niagara's many landmarks with your live guide. Next, continue learning about Niagara's history with a visit to the newly-opened Niagara Power Station! Enter and explore historic artefacts and interactive exhibits, whilst you enjoy fascinating facts about the first major power plant on the Canadian side of the Niagara River. Are you a thrill-seeker? Visit Journey Behind the Falls and be amazed as you descend 125-feet into the heart of Niagara to explore the 130 year old tunnels! The lower observation decks offer an unforgettable view of Niagara Falls - but don't forget your waterproof coat! Ready for some incredible views? Hop onboard the Whirlpool Aero Car and soar 3,500 feet above the waters! Enjoy amazing views of the Niagara Whirlpool and rapids as you travel across the river on a traditional cable car! Admire more incredible views from the Skylon Tower observation deck, as you step inside a glass-enclosed elevator and soar 775-feet above the iconic falls to Niagara’s highest vantage point. If you go during the evening, watch in amazement as Niagara lights up! This incredible pass saves you money and shows you the best sights in Niagara - it's a win win!

Toronto: Niagara Falls Day Tour with Niagara-on-the-Lake

7. Toronto: Niagara Falls Day Tour with Niagara-on-the-Lake

Explore Niagara Falls on a guided day trip from Toronto, with pickup from downtown Toronto and on-board commentary from your guide. Enrich your tour with an optional Niagara Falls boat cruise. Start with a scenic drive through Niagra-on-the-lake along the Niagara Parkway and marvel at Queenston Heights and Brock's Monument. Enjoy a stopover and see the hydroelectric power station, Whirlpool Rapids and Floral Clock. Upon arrival at Niagara Falls, get 3 hours of free time during which you can choose to take the Hornblower Niagara Cruise "Voyage to the Falls." Feel the thunder of the Journey Behind the Falls or get panoramic views from Skylon Tower (during the winter months). Take a break where you can go and purchase a delicious lunch at one of the various dine-in restaurants or fast food joints near Niagara Falls. After your break, sit back and relax in air-conditioned comfort as you travel by bus back to Toronto.

From Toronto: Early Bird Niagara Falls Small Group Day Trip

8. From Toronto: Early Bird Niagara Falls Small Group Day Trip

Visit Niagara Falls on an immersive guided tour. Embark on an exhilarating journey that takes you through tunnels behind the Falls and take a cruise on the famous Hornblower. Start your tour bright and early with pick-up from downtown Toronto and make the 1.5–hour drive to Niagara Falls. Upon arrival, take a trip to the observation deck of Skylon Tower, 520 feet or 160 meters above the ground, to experience some of the most awe-inspiring views of Niagara River, American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Horseshoe Falls.  Next, head to Journey Behind the Falls for a behind-the-scenes tour of the Falls. Explore a series of cave-like tunnels that allow you to see behind Niagara Falls. The final stop on your tour is a trip aboard the Hornblower Cruise "Voyage to the Falls" (April to November). Set foot on the Hornblower Cruise boat and head out onto the waters of the gorge. Get so close to the Falls that it feels like you could put your hand out and touch them. In addition to the amazing stops on the tour, take the opportunity to see and experience the shops, street vendors, restaurants, and other attractions in Niagara Falls for 1 hour before you head home. Head back to Toronto from Niagara Falls to Toronto, and take time to relax on the 1.5–hour drive. Depending on traffic, arrive back to the city by approximately 4:00 PM.

Niagara Falls: Walking Tour & Journey Behind the Falls Entry

9. Niagara Falls: Walking Tour & Journey Behind the Falls Entry

Discover the most advantageous viewpoints around Niagara and its three waterfalls, on our epic walking tour! On our guided Niagara Falls tour, we give you the ultimate introduction to all of its must-see sights. Expect to be gripped by our guide’s fascinating stories of the waterfall’s history and journey to becoming the iconic landmark it is today. Head to Journey Behind the Falls for an exhilarating experience as you descend 125-feet beneath the falls. As you stand on the lower observation deck, you will be mesmerised by the 2,800 cubic metres of water that fall past you every, single, second!

Toronto: Luxury Small-Group Niagara Falls Day Trip

10. Toronto: Luxury Small-Group Niagara Falls Day Trip

Your day begins with a complimentary pick-up at your downtown Toronto hotel and a ride in a luxury vehicle to Niagara Falls. This tour has an average of just 8 guests and a maximum of 15 guests, which means more flexibility, more personalized attention, and more photo stops. When you arrive in Niagara Falls, you’ll proceed directly to the boarding area for the iconic Hornblower Niagara boat tour "Voyage to the Falls". See the mighty Falls up close on this once-in-a-lifetime experience. After the boat tour, there will be some leisure time for lunch and a photo stop at Table Rock. In the late afternoon, you’ll travel along the scenic Niagara Parkway, making several stops to take in the views and to take photos at the Whirlpool Rapids, Hydro Station and Floral Clock before reaching Niagara-on-the-Lake. Enjoy some leisure time in Niagara-on-the-Lake before returning to Toronto.

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What people are saying about Journey Behind the Falls

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4.6 / 5

based on 5,567 reviews

Our tour guide Joel was amazing! So knowledgeable of all the sights in Niagara Falls. Drove around bringing us to all the locations on the tour and was so very nice! We will be back and I will request him as my guide when I do!!!

Easy way to see the Falls, being picked up from the hotel meant there were no worries about trying to navigate around Toronto to find a pick-up point

Giornata indimenticabile. Il nostro conducente/guida è stato più che gentile! Good job

The tour was great, the part that I didn't like was the Maple syrup tasting.

Everything are well organized. The driver / guide a.