Niagara Falls: Exclusive Priority Boat & Behind the Falls
About this activity
Experience Niagara Falls like a VIP. Skip long lines with exclusive priority boarding lanes, grab the best deck spots, and explore 125 feet below the bedrock on this premium 3-hour guided tour.
Highlights
- Skip the standard boat lines with exclusive Voyage Priority Plus boarding lanes
- Secure premier viewing spots on the ship's deck by boarding first
- Descend 125 feet below the bedrock to stand directly behind the crashing water
- Discover hidden history and daredevil legends with an expert local guide
- Receive an exclusive premium gold, recyclable poncho only available to priority guests
Full description
As an official launch partner of Niagara City Cruises' brand-new Voyage Priority+ upgrade, this premium 3-hour guided experience lets you unlock the absolute best of land and water elements without the stress of managing lines.
Your journey begins with a major time-saver. Instead of waiting in standard lines, breeze right through the dedicated priority boarding lane. Being among the first to step onto the iconic vessel gives you the unique advantage of selecting prime, unobstructed viewing real estate on the top deck before the crowds arrive. Don your exclusive premium gold poncho, reserved strictly for Priority Guests and sail directly into the thundering heart and heavy mist of the majestic Horseshoe Falls.
Back on dry land, join your passionate local guide for a curated walking exploration along the scenic Niagara River Parkway. Hear compelling historical accounts, eccentric daredevil facts, and insider anecdotes surrounding the American and Bridal Veil Falls.
Conclude your VIP adventure at the spectacular Journey Behind the Falls. Step inside the elevator to plunge 125 feet down through the dark, historic tunnels carved deep into the bedrock. As you navigate the passages, feel the physical rumble of the earth and step onto the lower observation decks to look up at one-fifth of the world's freshwater collapsing directly before your eyes.
Included / Excluded
- Official Niagara City Cruise Ticket with Voyage Priority Plus Upgrade
- VIP Priority Boarding Lane Access
- First Onboard Access for elite deck placement
- Premium Recyclable Gold Poncho
- 20% discount on food and non-alcoholic drinks on board the cruise
- Journey Behind the Falls admission tickets
- Professional, English-speaking local tour guide
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities (optional)
- Local vehicle parking fees
Itinerary
First on Niagara Boat
Exclusive early access to the iconic falls cruise
Niagara Gorge Descent
Ride the first elevator down for stunning dock views
Meeting point
Departure: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at 5920 Niagara Parkway - Niagara City Cruises Main Ticket Plaza. Look for the white sails beside the Zipline Tower.
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is in English.
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs.
- 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.
- Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations; please refer to the government website in the country of your tour for the most up-to-date information.
- 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.
Know before you go
- This tour meets 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
- 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.
- 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.
- Limited restroom availability, please go prior to your tour and ensure you are ready for the tour when you arrive at the meeting point.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
- 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.
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs.
- Please note: this tour is located in Canada, any guest arriving from the US will need a passport to enter Canada.
- Parking: We recommend parking at 5400 Robinson Street. Please note this parking lot is a 10-minute walk from the meeting point and includes a set of steep stairs on the route.
Cancellation policy
Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
Reviews
The tour was great and having priority on the boat was excellent
The tour was great and having priority on the boat was excellent
If you’re reading this, book it now! You’ll be one of the first on the boat and get the best spot before anyone else. Daniela (aka “Daniel”) treated us exceptionally well from start to finish. Her knowledge of the falls and the stories behind them was the perfect balance of informative and entertaining. She keeps you laughing throughout the tour and enjoys the experience right alongside you as if it were her first time seeing it. 10/10 — I would recommend this tour to anyone. As an added bonus, our group had only four people, which made the experience absolutely incredible and much more personal. Thanks again, Daniel! 😉
Additional information
Adult (13-100)
Child (3-12)
Infant (0-2)