Journey Behind The Falls Tours
We compared all 11 options — our verdict, the best price and who each one is really for.
4.3 11 experiences
from CA$ 94
✓Free cancellation on most experiences
The verdict
Our pick
Niagara Falls: Boat Ride & Journey Behind Falls★ 4.54 (1,900) · 3h
Best priceNiagara Falls: Skylon Tower & Behind the Falls with Guide★ 4.92 (50) · from CA$ 94
Top ratedNiagara Falls: Boat Ride & Behind the Falls with Skip-Line Access★ 4.91 (645) · from CA$ 155
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Niagara Falls: Skylon Tower & Behind the Falls TourYou ride the Skylon Tower elevator to an observation deck 520 feet up for panoramic views of all three falls, then descend 125 feet underground into Journey Behind the Falls for a close encounter with the roaring water. A local English-speaking guide leads the small group of up to 12 people, all entry fees are included, and the whole experience takes 2 hours.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Niagara Falls from two completely different angles — high and far away, then low and up close — without arranging separate tickets or timing the visits yourself. The small group size and included guide handle the logistics, leaving you free to focus on the two views.
Niagara Falls: Journey Behind Falls & Fireworks EveningYou descend 125 feet through bedrock tunnels to stand behind the thundering Horseshoe Falls, hear and feel the raw power of the water, then step onto an outdoor deck to watch the illuminated Falls glow at night. A self-guided digital book explains the geology and history as you explore at your own pace. On select evenings, fireworks light up the sky above the water. Rain poncho and timed admission are included; the whole experience runs two to three hours.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to see Niagara Falls at night without a tour group — the self-guided format and timed entry mean you explore the tunnels and watch the illuminated Falls on your own schedule, and the fireworks (when scheduled) happen from one of the closest public viewpoints available.
Niagara Falls Boat Cruise & Behind the Falls: mist at the baseYou walk through Queen Victoria Park with a local guide, ride the Incline Railway down to the river level, board the Niagara City Cruises boat to get close enough to feel the mist from both the Horseshoe and Bridal Veil Falls, and descend into the tunnels behind the Falls for a view from the base. Entry to all three attractions is included, and skip-the-line access means you move straight into Journey Behind the Falls without waiting.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to experience Niagara Falls from three different vantage points — above, on the water, and behind — without arranging separate tickets or navigating between attractions. The guided format and included skip-the-line access mean you move through the main attractions without delays, which is what makes fitting all three into one outing possible.
Niagara Falls: Boat Ride, Behind Falls & Skylon TowerYou ride a boat into the mist of the Falls, descend 125 feet into the tunnels behind the Horseshoe, then ascend 520 feet to see all three falls from above—all in one morning with a small group and a local guide. Admission and the three main attractions are included, so you don't have to buy separate tickets or figure out the order yourself. The tour is wheelchair accessible, and public transit gets you to the starting point.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to see Niagara Falls from three completely different angles—water level, inside the rock, and high above—without arranging separate tickets or figuring out the logistics yourself. The small group size and included admission mean you move through each stop at a real pace instead of rushing.
Toronto to Niagara Falls: Boat Cruise, Behind the Falls & Maple TastingYou’ll ride from Toronto to Niagara Falls with a small group and local guide, tasting real Canadian maple syrup along the way. Stand in the mist on a Hornblower boat cruise right up to Horseshoe Falls, then explore tunnels behind the roaring water with skip-the-line entry included. There’s time for photos at famous spots and a relaxed lunch before heading back — it’s loud, sweet, sometimes sticky, always memorable.
Niagara Falls Tour from Toronto: Boat, Behind Falls & LunchYou're picked up from your Toronto hotel, driven to Niagara Falls, and guided through Journey Behind the Falls (descending 150 feet to tunnels behind the water), a boat ride at the base of the falls, the Whirlpool Aero Car, the Floral Clock, and the historic town of Niagara-on-the-Lake. Lunch and a certified guide are included, and you're back at your hotel by evening without arranging a single detail yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Niagara Falls attractions in a single day without renting a car or planning the route yourself — the fixed schedule and certified guide handle all the logistics, leaving you free to focus on the falls.
Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto: Boat Cruise & Behind FallsYou're picked up from downtown Toronto at 8:30 AM and driven to Niagara Falls in a climate-controlled bus. Once there, you choose between the Hornblower Boat Cruise with a souvenir poncho or Journey Behind the Falls with skip-the-line access, plus stops at the Floral Clock, Whirlpool Rapids, and a maple syrup and chocolate tasting. Lunch is optional. The return drive to Toronto takes about two hours, with the full day running roughly ten hours from pickup to drop-off.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Niagara's main attractions without renting a car or figuring out parking and ticket lines yourself—the fixed pickup time and skip-the-line options are what compress a full day into ten hours instead of twelve or more.
Niagara Falls: Behind the Falls & Hornblower Boat CruiseYou descend through bedrock tunnels to stand directly behind the Horseshoe Falls, then board the Hornblower Boat Cruise to experience the falls from water level with complimentary ponchos. The tour includes photo stops at the Floral Clock and Whirlpool Rapids, free time to explore Clifton Hill, and hotel or GO Station pickup from the Toronto area — all with a driver and a group of 4 to 6 people instead of a crowded bus.Is it for me?Best for travelers from the Toronto area who want to see both the falls from behind and from the water without arranging their own transport or managing entry times — the small group size and included pickups mean you skip the parking, the ticket lines, and the crowded bus experience.
Journey Behind The Falls Tours — what to know before booking
This guide compares 11 bookable options for Journey Behind The Falls Tours, with up-to-date prices and real traveler reviews. Prices start at CA$ 94. The average rating is 4.3 out of 5, based on 3,260 traveler reviews.
Most options last half a day or longer. 9 of the 11 options offer free cancellation. The verdict at the top highlights the travelers' favorite, the best price and the top-rated option, updated with live data.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Journey Behind The Falls Tours cost?
Prices start at CA$ 94. There are 11 options to compare, and the final price depends on the date, group size and the option you choose.
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 9 of the 11 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last half a day or longer. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Niagara Falls: Boat Ride & Journey Behind Falls is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.5 out of 5 across 1,900 reviews.
