Day Trips

From Toronto: Niagara Falls Day Tour with Hornblower Cruise & Round-Trip Transportation

4.6/5(521)

Mareike O

Solo

Verified booking

Yesterday

This tour was exceptionally well planned, in my opinion. I booked all three tickets in advance and it was a perfect balance between free time and planned stops with the group. The group itself only consisted of seven people, which I really appreciated. Our driver and tour guide Afshin went above and beyond to ensure we had a good time, he was very friendly and caring and told us interesting facts about Niagara Falls and the surrounding area. I highly recommend this tour.

Alan H

Couple

Verified booking

4 days ago

We had a brilliant day trip to Niagara Falls. Our tour guide was so friendly and helpful, providing interesting information and facts along the way. We were picked up on time from our pick up point and there was plemty of time to complete our pre paid activities and also do some ecploring around the area. Highly recommended and a special thank you to our brilliant guide.

Helen B

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Great day. Tour pick up loction easy to find. Tour guide gave easy intructions for the day. Cruise - you get wet! was great to get that close to the falls. Journey behind the falls - differect aspect. Sylin tower - great views of the falls. Great day tour.

Martin S

Couple

Verified booking

Yesterday

The whole day was great, the tour guide Sharesh I believe, behind the falls the sky tower, boat trip but my favourite part was the helicopter ride over the falls which was before we seen the falls.

Carol M

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

The tour was very professionally organised. The pick up was on time, very clear instructions, excellent tips to save time, especially as we had booked the Skylon Tower, Behind the Falls and the Maid of the Mist boat trip. The driver and tour guide was excellent. The tour guide met us after the Skylon Tower for the Behind the Falls tour and we skipped the line to save time. Everything was very well thought out and planned to allow you to make the most of your trip. The only thing I would say is if you book all 3 activities, you don't have much time to explore Niagara itself, but I wouldn't change our visit as the views from the Skylon Tower and behind the Falls were amazing.

Lucy H

Solo

Verified booking

Sep 2026

The tour was well organised and our guide, Bernard, was very knowledgable and helpful. Throughly enjoyed the trip. The Niagra Falls were breathtaking and I would recommend the journey behind the falls, as the first view off them close up will stay with me forwver. The trip was made even pre special by having the opportunity to add on a helicopter ride over the falls - well worth the extra spend if you can.

A full-day trip from Toronto takes the stress out of planning, with transportation, attraction tickets, and logistics arranged for you.

Round-trip AC coach transfers are included, along with a live guide sharing stories and local insights throughout the journey (German commentary is available on select departures).

Free time at Niagara Falls lets you explore the waterfront, take photos from different viewpoints, browse local attractions, or enjoy a meal overlooking the falls.

The Hornblower Cruise brings you remarkably close to the waterfalls, with open-air views of the mist, roar, and power of Horseshoe Falls from the river.

Along the way, you'll stop at the Floral Clock and Niagara Whirlpool, two of the region's most popular photo spots and natural landmarks.

Depending on the option selected, your experience may also include skip-the-line access to Journey Behind the Falls, entry to Skylon Tower, a narrated driving tour of Niagara Falls, and maple syrup and fudge tasting.

Skip-the-line Hornblower Cruise tickets

Round-trip AC coach transportation from Toronto

Free time at Niagara Falls

Stops at the Floral Clock and Niagara Whirlpool

Live tour guide with English commentary (German available on select departures)

Maple syrup and fudge tasting (as per option selected)

Skip-the-line Journey Behind the Falls tickets (as per option selected)

Skylon Tower observation deck tickets (as per option selected)

Narrated driving tour of Niagara Falls and surrounding attractions (as per option selected)

TOTAL DURATION8 hours - 9 hours
Start point
2 starting points available
1. Floral Clock
Tickets included
The first stop at Niagara River Parkway is the Floral Clock which is made up of more than 16,000 carpet plants and colourful annuals.
2. Niagara Whirlpool
Tickets included
3. Maple Leaf Place
Tickets included
4. Hornblower Cruise
Tickets included
5. Free time to explore Niagara Falls City
Free Admission
3 hr
6. Journey Behind the Falls
Tickets included (based on selection)
7. Skylon Tower
Tickets included (based on selection)
End point
2 ending points available
Your ending point would be same as your start point
TOTAL DURATION8 hours - 9 hours
Start point
Downtown Toronto Hotel Transfers
Get direction
1. Skylon Tower
Tickets included
Enjoy panoramic views of the Niagara Falls from over 500 ft. when you visit the observation deck. Take a moment to soak in the sights before making your way into the depths of the falls and experiencing them up close.
2. Journey Behind the Falls
Tickets included
3. Hornblower Cruise
Tickets included
4. Driving tour of Niagara Falls City
Tickets included
5 attractions
5. Free time to explore Niagara Falls City
Free Admission
1 hr
End point
Downtown Toronto Hotel Transfers
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Pasquale S
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Seeing Niagara Falls from the Canadian side is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience and a breathtaking wonder of nature. The sheer scale of the water is incredible, and there are so many ways to take it all in-whether you're taking in panoramic views from the Skylon Tower, getting up close with Journey Behind the Falls, flying high in a helicopter, taking a hot air balloon ride, or soaring past on a zipline. While every perspective is unique, nothing compares to the classic boat tour (Niagara City Cruises). It takes you right up into the misty basin of the Horseshoe Falls, where the power of the water is overwhelming. Fair warning: the plastic ponchos they hand out are practically decorative! By the end of the ride, we were completely drenched from head to toe. Pro tip: Once the boat reaches the heart of the falls, put your phone away. The mist is too heavy for good photos, and you run the risk of waterlogging your gear. Just embrace the spray, close your eyes for a second, and soak in an unforgettable moment.
Carol M
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The tour was very professionally organised. The pick up was on time, very clear instructions, excellent tips to save time, especially as we had booked the Skylon Tower, Behind the Falls and the Maid of the Mist boat trip. The driver and tour guide was excellent. The tour guide met us after the Skylon Tower for the Behind the Falls tour and we skipped the line to save time. Everything was very well thought out and planned to allow you to make the most of your trip. The only thing I would say is if you book all 3 activities, you don't have much time to explore Niagara itself, but I wouldn't change our visit as the views from the Skylon Tower and behind the Falls were amazing.
Mareike O
Solo
Verified booking
Yesterday
This tour was exceptionally well planned, in my opinion. I booked all three tickets in advance and it was a perfect balance between free time and planned stops with the group. The group itself only consisted of seven people, which I really appreciated. Our driver and tour guide Afshin went above and beyond to ensure we had a good time, he was very friendly and caring and told us interesting facts about Niagara Falls and the surrounding area. I highly recommend this tour.
Alan H
Couple
Verified booking
4 days ago
We had a brilliant day trip to Niagara Falls. Our tour guide was so friendly and helpful, providing interesting information and facts along the way. We were picked up on time from our pick up point and there was plemty of time to complete our pre paid activities and also do some ecploring around the area. Highly recommended and a special thank you to our brilliant guide.
Helen B
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Great day. Tour pick up loction easy to find. Tour guide gave easy intructions for the day. Cruise - you get wet! was great to get that close to the falls. Journey behind the falls - differect aspect. Sylin tower - great views of the falls. Great day tour.

Additional information

Hornblower Cruise: The Hornblower Cruise is not operational in winter and will be replaced by Skylon Tower, Butterfly Conservatory, or Niagara Parks Power Station.

Pickup points: Your pickup points will vary based on the tour option selected and will be provided with your tickets.

Return time: Return time is subject to change based on traffic and drop-off locations.

Free time: Spend your free time at the Falls exploring the region, grabbing a bite, and relaxing.

Other attractions: Stroll down Clifton Hill or visit attractions such as Journey Behind the Falls or Skylon Tower during your free time.

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