Niagara Falls Evening Tour with Boat, Dinner & Illumination Tower
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About this experience
Embark on an evening tour of the incredible Niagara Falls with convenient pick-up from Toronto, Mississauga, and Niagara Falls hotels. Travel in an air-conditioned minibus, guided by a licensed expert sharing historical insights and local tales.
Visit Niagara’s top attractions, the Hornblower boat cruise (summer) or Journey Behind the Falls (winter). These experiences bring you close to the majestic Canadian Horseshoe Falls.
Afterward, explore the falls and Clifton Hill at your own pace. Choose the basic tour for extra dining time, or opt for the all-inclusive package featuring a 3-course dinner overlooking the illuminated waterfalls.
The all-inclusive package also includes exclusive access to the Illumination Tower, where you can control the falls’ evening light displays. From May to October, enjoy a fireworks show; in winter, experience the enchanting Winter Festival of Lights.
The tour ends in Niagara Falls around 10:15 PM, and you will return to your starting point.
Available options
No Add-Ons, Extra Free Time
Free Time: Attractions and dinner are not included. Enjoy 3-4 hours of free time to explore and have dinner on your own.<br/>Clifton Hill: Enjoy free time in Niagara's "entertainment district" Clifton Hill - many restaurants, activities, a SkyWheel and more.<br/>Add Attractions on the Day: You can still add the tour add-ons on the day of your trip (boat, journey, dinner and Illumination Tower). <br/>Clifton Hill Activities: Clifton Hill is like a carnival - arcades, a wax museum, SkyWheel, specialty desserts, themed restaurants and more.<br/>Pickup included
With Boat Cruise & Journey
Attractions Package: Includes Niagara's two most famous attractions, the Hornblower Boat Cruise and Journey Behind the Falls.<br/>Boat Cruise Dates: The boat cruise is open from around May 9 to December 1st. When closed, it is replaced with the popular Skylon Tower.<br/>Dinner Not Included: Enjoy free time to have dinner at one of many local restaurants in Niagara's "entertainment district", Clifton Hill.<br/>Pickup included
With Dinner,Tower,Boat,Journey
All Inclusive Package: Includes Attractions Package plus a 3-course dinner and Illumination Tower (where you can change the waterfall colours).<br/>Attractions: Includes Hornblower Boat Cruise and Journey Behind the Falls. Boat is replaced with the Skylon Tower Lookout in the winter.<br/>Dinner with Waterfalls View: Includes dinner overlooking the falls. Meat, fish, vegetarian and vegan options are available. Restaurants vary by season.<br/>Pickup included
What's included
Pick-up from select hotels and central locations in downtown Toronto, Mississauga and Niagara Falls
Skip-the-line ticket for Journey Behind the Falls (optional)
Winter Festival of Lights tour (approximately November 16 - January 5, dates vary)
Exclusive tour of Illumination Tower where you can change the waterfall colours (optional)
Dinner overlooking the waterfalls (optional)
Transportation in an air-conditioned mini-coach with a licensed English speaking tour guide
Skip-the-line ticket for the Hornblower Boat Cruise (Optional, Open around May 1 to November 30)
Fireworks display (approximately May 17 - October 14, dates vary)
Detailed itinerary
1
Pick-up is available around 12:30 PM in the winter or 1:30 PM in the summer (times vary based on sunset times - we will email you to confirm). Drop-off is approximately 9 to 10 hours later at the same spot. Toronto, Mississauga and Niagara Falls options are available.
2
Enjoy a delicious tour and tasting of Canada's natural and delicious maple syrup! Available most days, pending the maple syrup tour availability. The tour may also include photo stops on the way.
3
Experience Niagara's famous boat cruise! Ride 25 minutes from the American Falls, past the Bridal Veil Falls, and into the mist of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. You'll receive a red poncho to stay dry, but beware - you will still get wet, and you will have a LOT of fun! In the winter, the boat is closed from around December 1 to April 30 and replaced by the "Niagara Takes Flight" experience. Exact dates subject to weather.
4
Stop 4
Experience your closest visit to the Canadian Horseshoe Waterfalls! You will head into the 130-year-old tunnels built behind the waterfalls. The observation deck brings you as close to the water as possible and is where you'll take the best photos of your day!
5
Enjoy a delicious 3-course dinner at either the Table Rock or Queen Victoria Place restaurants, depending on availability. Both restaurants will offer the same menu and feature amazing views of the waterfalls. Vegan and vegetarian options available.
6
Visit the control tower where the night lights of the waterfalls are managed! You will get a tour of how it all works, and you will be able to try changing the colour of the waterfalls yourself!
7
See the skies of Niagara light up with an incredible fireworks display! From around May 16 to October 13, exact dates vary.
8
See dozens of incredible holiday and winter light displays all around Niagara Falls! Millions of little lights are used to build incredible exhibitions. Available approximately November 18 to January 5, exact dates vary.
9
We usually finish the tour around 7:45 PM, depending on how daily conditions are. Guests from Niagara will be dropped off first, followed by Mississauga around 8:45 and Toronto around 9:30 PM.
What's not included
Cash gratuities for tour guide (optional)
BOAT CLOSED FOR WINTER: Dates depend on weather. Replaced with "Niagara Takes Flight" experience
Available languages
Guide guide
EN
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Important information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meeting point
Holiday Inn, 2125 N Sheridan Way. May 8 to October 15 - 2:00 PM. October 16 to May 7 - 12:55 PM.
Important notes
Within 24 hours of booking, you will receive an email confirmation of your pick-up time and location. If you are unclear about pick-up, please contact the office 24 hours before your travel date. Arrive 10 minutes early to avoid missing the tour.
Contact the office at book@tourstoniagarafalls.com if you would like assistance. We are looking forward to seeing you!
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Currency
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GMT-5 (Eastern Standard Time, EST) or GMT-4 (Eastern Daylight Time, EDT)
Electricity
120VV, 60HzHz
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Important Precautions:
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- • Avoid walking alone late at night in isolated areas
Getting there
By air
- Toronto Pearson International Airport • 22.5 km from city center
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Niagara Falls
130 km from Toronto • Full day
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