Niagara Falls American Side Highlights Tour with Maid of the Mist
Discover the highlights of Niagara Falls on this comprehensive 4-hour sightseeing tour of the American side. Alongside a narrated coach tour, this experience features a thrilling ride on the renowned Maid of the Mist gorge cruise (May-Oct) and entry to the Prospect Point Observation Tower for breathtaking views of the falls. Pick-up is available exclusively from selected downtown Niagara Falls USA hotels. Nov-April, New York Power Vista will be visited in place of the Maid of the Mist. From May to October, the tour includes the Maid of the Mist Boat Cruise, while from November to April, the New York Power Authority Power Vista replaces the Maid of the Mist, which is closed for the season. We have been sharing unforgettable & safe experiences with guests for almost 30 years. Come join us as we joyfully share the very best of Niagara Falls.
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Complimentary pickup at most downtown Niagara Falls, NY hotels available. Please call to confirm pickup availability and time (or select a pick up location from the provided drop down list). If a wheelchair lift bus is required, please advise at the time of confirmation. This tour starts in the USA. Your pick up time varies from 30-60 minutes prior to tour time based on your designated pick up location. Please contact our office to reconfirm your exact pick up time. Reminder: If you have selected the upgraded tour option that includes Canada, proper border crossing documentation, such as your passport will be required. Additional documentation may also be required depending on your country of citizenship. It is the responsibility of the guest to ensure they have the proper documentation to cross the border between the US & Canada.
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If joining from the Canadain side, a valid Passport or Visa is Required to cross the US/Canadian border. Passengers will not be allowed to travel without proof of identification.
- If joining from the US side, passports are not required UNLESS guests have chosen the cross-border upgrade. In this case, additional documentation may also be required to enter Canada depending on your country of citizenship.
- Advance notice is required when traveling with a foldable wheelchair or walker, or if an ADA lift vehicle is required. Please contact us 24-48 hours prior to your tour date.
- Parts of Niagara Falls State Park are pedestrianized. Guests should be prepared to walk during portions of the tour.
Includes
- Selected downtown hotel pickup and drop-off within Niagara Falls NY.
- Wheelchair accessible transportation, must advise at reservation confirmation
- Admission to the Observation Tower
- 4-5 hour guided tour of Niagara Falls USA
- Admission to the Cave of the Winds and Hurricane Deck
- Maid of the Mist boat ride (May-October)
- Local Expert Guide
- Complimentary Poncho at included attractions
- Food and drinks
Special Instructions
Itinerary
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Estimated Time : 60 minutes
Niagara Falls : One of the United States' oldest parks, Niagara Falls State Park, encompasses the American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and a segment of the Horseshoe Falls.
Free Admission
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Estimated Time : 30 minutes
Providing breathtaking panoramic views of the iconic waterfalls, the Niagara Falls Observation Tower allows visitors to marvel at the natural wonder from a towering vantage point. Soaring to a height of 282 feet (86 meters), the tower offers a spectacular perspective encompassing both the American and Horseshoe Falls.
Admission Ticket Included
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Estimated Time : 60 minutes
Maid of the Mist Steamboat : (May-November)Descend 250 feet (76 meters) from the Niagara Falls Observation Tower to the base of the American Falls, where you'll embark on the cruise. Journey into the heart of Horseshoe Falls, surrounded by the invigorating mist and the thunderous roar of 600,000 gallons of water plummeting over the cliffs per second. Prepare for an exhilarating experience as you sense the power of the churning water beneath you, following its tumultuous course down the Niagara River.
Admission Ticket Included
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Experience an up-close and personal encounter with Horseshoe Falls from the deck of the Maid of the Mist.
Free Admission
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Estimated Time : 60 minutes
Cave of the Winds : Take a exhilarating walk along the water's edge during the Cave of the Winds Gorge Walk, offering a unique perspective to view the American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls from their majestic base.
Admission Ticket Included
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Estimated Time : 20 minutes
Bridal Veil Falls : Walk along a network of wooden walkways leading to the Hurricane Deck, where you'll stand face to face with the powerful base of Bridal Veil Falls.
Admission Ticket Included
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Estimated Time : 15 minutes
During the tour, stops will be made at all the essential viewing areas, including Goat Island.
Admission Ticket Included
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Estimated Time : 15 minutes
Whirlpool State Park : View the spectacular rapids along the lower Niagara River as they create one of the largest whirlpools of its kind in the world.
Free Admission