Niagara Falls day tour from Mississauga: Boat cruise included
The Floral Clock, the Whirlpool, and a boat ride into the mist
A full-day guided bus tour from Mississauga to Niagara Falls with a boat cruise, sightseeing stops along the Niagara Parkway, and a maple syrup tasting included. The tour runs 9.5 hours with round-trip pickup from Central Mississauga. The boat cruise operates May through November, and a winter option substitutes the Skylon Tower. You can add Journey Behind the Falls as an optional extra.
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Niagara Falls Day Tour and Cruise
- View largest floral clock
- Drive through Queenston Heights Park
- Drive over scenic route
- See Niagara Falls
- Optional boat cruise
What’s included
- Round-trip transportation from Central Mississauga in an air-conditioned vehicle.
- guided sightseeing stops along the Niagara Parkway including the Floral Clock and Queenston Heights Park.
- Niagara City Cruise boat (May–November) or Skylon Tower (December–April).
- maple syrup, chocolate and fudge tasting.
- a live English-speaking guide for the full day.
Times
- Every day 09:30
Before you book
Operated by Niagara Falls Tours Toronto- Airlink Tours
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The experience
The day starts with pickup in Central Mississauga and heads straight to the Floral Clock, the largest floral display in North America. From there the bus moves through Queenston Heights Park, a former military fort turned public park with landmarks marking its history, then crosses into the Niagara Gorge district. You get time to stand in front of the falls themselves and explore Clifton Hill on your own or with family. The guide does not dictate how you spend it.
The boat cruise is the centerpiece. From May through November, you board a Niagara City Cruise vessel that takes you into the mist at the base of the falls. In winter, the tour substitutes a trip up the Skylon Tower instead. Either way, the boat or tower visit is included in the standard package, though you can also skip it and keep the tour price lower if you prefer. The itinerary also passes the Whirlpool, a natural feature of the Gorge that the guide explains as you drive.
Maple syrup, chocolate and fudge tasting rounds out the day before the return to Mississauga. The vehicle is air-conditioned, the guide speaks English, and the tour runs in all weather: dress for the season and the mist if you are on the boat. A live guide leads the whole experience, and if you need a vegetarian option or have questions about accessibility, let the operator know at booking.
Is this one for you?Book this if you want the boat cruise included with your guided sights, or choose the bus-only version at checkout if you'd rather skip the water experience.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3): free.
What is the Floral Clock and why is it on this tour?
The Floral Clock is the largest floral display and flower collection in North America, located in Niagara Falls. It is the first stop on the tour, and you get time to take photos and see the full display before moving on to the other sights.
Does the boat cruise cost extra, or is it included in the tour price?
The Niagara City Cruise boat is included in the standard tour price from May through November. You can book the tour with the boat included or choose a lower-priced option without it at checkout.
What happens in winter if the boat does not run?
From December through April, the boat cruise is replaced by a trip up the Skylon Tower, which is included in the same way. Both options give you a view of the falls from a different vantage point.
How long is the whole tour, and when do I get picked up?
The tour runs 9.5 hours total, with round-trip pickup and drop-off from Central Mississauga. The operator will confirm your pickup time when you book.
Can I explore Niagara Falls and Clifton Hill on my own, or does the guide take me everywhere?
You have ample time to explore Niagara Falls and Clifton Hill on your own or with family. The guide leads the bus tour and the boat or tower visit, but you are free to walk around and see what interests you during the free time built into the day.
What is included in the maple syrup tasting at the end?
The tour includes a complimentary tasting of maple syrup, chocolate and fudge. This happens before the return drive to Mississauga.
Niagara Falls day tour from Mississauga: Boat cruise included
9h 30m · EN
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