Sightseeing Cruises

Niagara Falls Canada: Guided Tour with Hornblower Cruise & Journey Behind the Falls

Name: Niagara Falls Canada: Guided Tour with Hornblower Cruise & Journey Behind the Falls
Start: 2026-07-14T11:45:00
End: 2026-07-14T14:45:00
Location: Niagara Falls

Duration

2 hrs 30 mins - 9 hrs

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Pickup available

4.8/5(1,068)

Raphaela C

Family

Verified booking

5 days ago

The cruise was truly impressive and an unforgettable experience. Even though there were a lot of people on board, everything was well organized, and we still had an amazing time. The views were absolutely breathtaking and made the trip very special. Our tour guide was fantastic. She accompanied us all the way to the boat and explained everything clearly before we boarded. It was incredibly helpful that she showed us exactly where to go, what to expect, and shared useful tips to make the experience even better. She was very friendly, professional, and made us feel comfortable from the very beginning. We really appreciated her kindness and excellent organization. Highly recommended! The view from the Skylon Tower was absolutely spectacular, and this tour gave us the opportunity to see Niagara Falls from several different perspectives. Our tour guide was outstanding and guided us through every part of the experience perfectly. I have honestly never had such an amazing tour guide before. Journey Behind the Falls was the third part of the tour, and it was incredibly impressive. Once again, our wonderful guide explained everything clearly and made sure we always knew where to go and what to expect. I really cannot say enough good things about her—it's rare to meet someone so dedicated, passionate, and genuinely committed to making sure every guest has the best possible experience.

Jennifer M

Group

Verified booking

Last week

Our excellent tour guide, KIngsley, kept us up to date by text with meet up arrangments. During the tour, he was flexible to everyone's needs. He informed everyone that we would be doing at least 3000 steps and checked that we were all happy with this. We appreciated this information before we set off. Great conversation with everyone - mostly about their football / soccer teams - but understandable as we were in the middle of FIFA 2026! The pace of the first walk was good with plenty of time to take photos and catch up. The route was very informative and gave us great views of behind the Horseshoe Falls. We particularly appreciated the Falls Incline Railway part of the trip - bonus! The Journey Behind the Falls was amazing and wet! Kingsley gave us plenty of time to enjoy the experience and clear instructions where to meet up. The walk along the board walk to the boat trip was again a good pace - not too fast so we could still enjoy the sights. He left us with clear instructions how to get on the boat and wished us a good experience. The boat trip was incredible - again very wet but so worth it. Altogether an excellent experience and one which our family will cherish. Thank you - Kingsley is an asset to your company.

Marcus B

Couple

Verified booking

4 days ago

Hello Bernad & the BG Team. It was a pleasure to meet you on the tour to Niagara Falls. Thank you for the tour and for sharing so many interesting facts about the region, its history, and yourself with us. We had a perfect day where we didn’t have to worry about a thing. Thanks to you and the driver, we felt well taken care of. We highly recommend the “guided tour” from Toronto to Niagara Falls; there was plenty of time for all the attractions and sights. You do a great job, and it’s clear that you love what you do. People like you and your team are truly special.

Rick K

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

It was a great day for a tour. Our guide was fantastic and made the tour exciting. Our group was phenomenal and we made new friends for life. Although Mother Nature thought is would be funny to downpour on us, Julian our guide did everything he could do to make it comfortable for everyone. We were able to finish the tour on the Hornblower and I must say, we loved every minute of the tour. Thank you Julian and Headout!!!

Rafael S

Couple

Verified booking

4 days ago

Our tour guide, Bernad, did a fantastic job. After a warm and personal welcome, we set off on a bilingual (English & German) tour that was exceptionally well-prepared and planned—Bernad and the bus driver responded to every individual request with lots of positive energy. We felt completely at ease and would recommend this experience to everyone.

Highlights

Get two viewpoints in one outing, combining an on-foot route along the waterfront with time on the river while a guide shares stories and tips.

Your ticket includes a seasonal daytime boat cruise, a guided walking tour, admission to tunnels behind Horseshoe Falls, and commentary in English.

See Horseshoe and American Falls from the boat, then step into tunnel viewing platforms beside the rock face and feel the power of the river.

Upgrade to a 3 hr evening tour with fireworks cruise, a 5 hr small group option with Whirlpool Aero Car and hotel pickup, or a 9 hr trip from Toronto.

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Additional Highlights

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Access to Journey Behind the Falls

Seasonal Hornblower boat cruise tickets (as per option selected)

Niagara City Cruises boat or fireworks cruise tickets (as per option selected)

Expert-guided walking tour (as per option selected)

3-hour evening Niagara Falls tour (as per option selected)

5-hour Niagara Falls guided tour (as per option selected)

9-hour Niagara Falls day tour (as per option selected)

Local English-speaking guide (as per option selected)

English and German speaking guide (as per option selected)

Small group tour with live commentary (as per option selected)

Entry to Skylon Tower (as per option selected)

Incline Railway ride (as per option selected)

Whirlpool Aero Car admission tickets (as per option selected)

Night views of the illuminated waterfalls (as per option selected)

Hotel pickup and drop-off (as per option selected)

Round trip coach from Toronto (as per option selected)

Skip-the-line attraction entries (as per option selected)

TOTAL DURATION3 hours 30 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERWalk
Start point
Niagara River Parkway
Get direction
1. Niagara Falls
Tickets included
1 attraction
Please note that the order in which attractions are visited may change depending on the tour operator’s plan.
Highlights
Niagara Gorge
Tickets included
2. Hornblower Cruise
Tickets included
3. Walking Tour
Tickets included
4. Journey Behind the Falls
5. Skylon Tower
Tickets included (based on selection)
End point
Niagara River Parkway
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
Raphaela C
Family
Verified booking
5 days ago
The cruise was truly impressive and an unforgettable experience. Even though there were a lot of people on board, everything was well organized, and we still had an amazing time. The views were absolutely breathtaking and made the trip very special. Our tour guide was fantastic. She accompanied us all the way to the boat and explained everything clearly before we boarded. It was incredibly helpful that she showed us exactly where to go, what to expect, and shared useful tips to make the experience even better. She was very friendly, professional, and made us feel comfortable from the very beginning. We really appreciated her kindness and excellent organization. Highly recommended! The view from the Skylon Tower was absolutely spectacular, and this tour gave us the opportunity to see Niagara Falls from several different perspectives. Our tour guide was outstanding and guided us through every part of the experience perfectly. I have honestly never had such an amazing tour guide before. Journey Behind the Falls was the third part of the tour, and it was incredibly impressive. Once again, our wonderful guide explained everything clearly and made sure we always knew where to go and what to expect. I really cannot say enough good things about her—it's rare to meet someone so dedicated, passionate, and genuinely committed to making sure every guest has the best possible experience.
Jennifer M
Group
Verified booking
Last week
Our excellent tour guide, KIngsley, kept us up to date by text with meet up arrangments. During the tour, he was flexible to everyone's needs. He informed everyone that we would be doing at least 3000 steps and checked that we were all happy with this. We appreciated this information before we set off. Great conversation with everyone - mostly about their football / soccer teams - but understandable as we were in the middle of FIFA 2026! The pace of the first walk was good with plenty of time to take photos and catch up. The route was very informative and gave us great views of behind the Horseshoe Falls. We particularly appreciated the Falls Incline Railway part of the trip - bonus! The Journey Behind the Falls was amazing and wet! Kingsley gave us plenty of time to enjoy the experience and clear instructions where to meet up. The walk along the board walk to the boat trip was again a good pace - not too fast so we could still enjoy the sights. He left us with clear instructions how to get on the boat and wished us a good experience. The boat trip was incredible - again very wet but so worth it. Altogether an excellent experience and one which our family will cherish. Thank you - Kingsley is an asset to your company.
Marcus B
Couple
Verified booking
4 days ago
Hello Bernad & the BG Team. It was a pleasure to meet you on the tour to Niagara Falls. Thank you for the tour and for sharing so many interesting facts about the region, its history, and yourself with us. We had a perfect day where we didn’t have to worry about a thing. Thanks to you and the driver, we felt well taken care of. We highly recommend the “guided tour” from Toronto to Niagara Falls; there was plenty of time for all the attractions and sights. You do a great job, and it’s clear that you love what you do. People like you and your team are truly special.
Katelynn O
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
This tour was worth every penny! It is extremely organized and our guide, Parminder, was very personable and had tips that made every part of the experience even more enjoyable. We were able to hop in line right away at every attraction and also were able to take the incline tram for free instead of having to use the stairs which was an unexpected but extremely welcomed touch. I genuinely don't think we would have gotten as much out of our trip to Niagara Falls if it wasn't for our tour and especially our guide!
Valdemiro A
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The Canadian side of Niagara Falls is fantastic and truly leaves you breathless. Without taking anything away from the American side, the Canadian side offers an unbeatable, picture-perfect panoramic view! In addition to the incredible natural spectacle, our guide's game was super fun, asking us to guess who actually survived (or didn't) the crazy historical attempts to plunge over the falls. It added a perfect touch of humor to an unforgettable day. Highly recommended!

What to bring

Footwear and bags: Bring comfortable shoes and a waterproof bag to protect yourself and your belongings from the mist.

Weather gear: Bring weather-appropriate clothing and water, especially for longer or evening tours.

Additional information

Seasonal cruise note: The Hornblower or Niagara City Cruises operate seasonally and are replaced by other attractions in winter.

Winter substitutions: Winter replacements may include Skylon Tower, Butterfly Conservatory, Niagara Parks Power Station, or Niagara Takes Flight, depending on the tour.

Restrooms: Restroom access is limited, so please use the facilities before your tour begins.

Parking: No parking is available at the tour meeting point. Two main paid lots are available on Niagara Parkway year-round.

Parking Lot A: Parking Lot A is closest to the Falls and is located beside the Power Station.

Parking Lot B: Parking Lot B is located at the Floral Showhouse.

Arrival time: Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your tour start time, as refunds are not possible for late arrivals or no-shows.

Group size: Small-group tours may have a maximum of 7 guests, while walking and fireworks tours may have up to 22 guests.

Tour locations: All tours operate on the Canadian side of Niagara Falls and do not require a passport.

Walking level: Moderate walking is required on guided walking and evening fireworks tours.

Fireworks: Fireworks cruises run only when Niagara fireworks are scheduled and are subject to weather and visibility.

Helicopter upgrade: A 10-minute helicopter flight may be available on select small-group tours for an extra fee.

From Toronto tours: Day trips from Toronto last about 9 hours and return between 4:30pm and 5pm, depending on traffic.

Tip for nature lovers: Nature lovers, stay alert, as you might spot peregrine falcons nesting on the cliffs at incredible diving speeds.