Niagara Falls Tour: Boat Ride & Journey Behind the Falls

3 hours
Max 20 people
Commentary: Guide · en
Niagara Falls, Canada

About this activity

Join our comprehensive Niagara Falls tour, featuring a boat ride and a professionally guided walking tour to the captivating Journey Behind the Falls Experience.

Highlights

  • Pre-reserved Niagara City Cruises access
  • Descend 19 stories into the gorge
  • Enter Journey Behind the Falls
  • Learn about Niagara Falls on an expertly guided walking tour
  • See the most famous Niagara landmarks

Full description

Embark on a Niagara Falls adventure, exploring breathtaking viewpoints of this magnificent natural wonder. After meeting your guide at the designated meeting point, you'll walk with them toward the Niagara City Cruises boat and experience the ride together. Enjoy a thrilling 20-minute cruise near the falls to see and feel the mist followed by an expert-led walking tour delving into the cultural and historical tapestry of Niagara Falls. As you approach Table Rock Visitor Center, prepare for the pinnacle experience: Journey Behind the Falls. Descend into rocky caves behind the falls themselves and feel the sheer force of cascading water up close. This tour offers the complete Niagara Falls experience, blending excitement, adventure, and expert storytelling.

Your Niagara Falls tour kicks off with meeting your guide and group at the designated tour meeting point. You'll begin your adventure with a guided walk and introduction to Niagara Falls from your guide before boarding the boat. As you make your way to the dock with your guide, brace yourself for a 19-story descent into the gorge and a personal escort onto the Niagara City Cruises boat. With your complimentary poncho, embrace the misty immersion during a thrilling 20-minute cruise near the falls. This is an adventure for the daring! 

But the excitement continues! After the exhilarating cruise, your expert guide will lead you on a captivating walking tour—covering roughly 2 kilometers (about 1.2 miles) along the scenic boardwalk—as you dive into the cultural and historical tapestry of Niagara Falls. Your guide will point out key landmarks, and you'll take in views of the falls and hear stories about Niagara’s history, natural beauty, and iconic moments. The walking tour ends at Table Rock Visitor Center, where the pinnacle experience begins.

With access to the Journey Behind the Falls, you'll descend into rocky caves behind the falls themselves. Immerse yourself in the resonating crash of water through the tunnels and catch a unique glimpse of the waterfall from an opening. Finally, you'll reach the ledge beside the falls, where you can feel the sheer force of cascading water up close. This tour offers the complete Niagara Falls experience, blending excitement, adventure, and expert storytelling. 

Included / Excluded

  • Pre-reserved Niagara City Cruises Boat Tickets
  • Journey Behind the Falls ticket
  • Niagara City Cruises poncho
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Expertly guided walking tour
  • Live guide audio
  • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
  • Gratuities

Meeting point

Start Location

6075 Niagara River Parkway, 6075 Niagara River Pkwy, Niagara Falls, CA

6075 Niagara River Pkwy, 6075 Niagara River Pkwy, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3N4, Canada

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be will be wearing a yellow vest, holding a green Walks sign. Your tour meets in the garden in front of the Niagara Parks Police Station at 6075 Niagara River Pkwy, Niagara Falls, ON. Important: DO NOT proceed directly to the Niagara City Cruises boat — your guide will escort you there as part of the tour.

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Important information

Know before you book

  • This tour is in English.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs.
  • 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.
  • Please don't go directly to the boat or go down the elevator without your guide
  • 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.
  • 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.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

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.

Additional information

Ticket Age Range
Adult (13-100)
Child (3-12)
Infant (0-2)