Niagara Falls USA Winter Tour with Old Fort Niagara, Aquarium and Cave of the Winds

Highlights

Admission to the Niagara Falls Aquarium
Visits to Terrapin Point and Luna Island for close look at Bridal Veil Falls
Cave of the Winds
Incredible view of Whirlpool Rapids from Whirlpool State Park
Admission to Old Fort Niagara
Intimate, guided, small-group tour experience (groups are limited to 7 people)

Summary

Watch as the leaves change colors, and embrace the wintery wonderland of Niagara Falls, USA with our winter tour! Niagara Falls, NY is known for its vibrancy in the spring and summer, but the fall and winter are sights like no other. On this four-hour guided tour, you will witness the changing colors of the leaves, experience perfect sweater weather, and the changing frozen landscape with icicles framing the borders of the Falls and frozen mist blanketing the trees, creating a winter wonderland. You will get to experience stunning wintery sites such as the Whirlpool, Old Fort Niagara, Cave of the Winds, all from a new perspective and warm up with a visit to the Aquarium

Tour info

Duration

4 hours

Why take this tour?

Your Winter Tour begins with your guide picking you up from your hotel in Niagara Falls, NY before heading out to your first stop.

Your first stop will be to visit the Aquarium where you will have the chance to see penguins, marine mammals such as seals and sea lions, touch sharks and stingrays at the touch tank and turtles among others.

Next stop, Goat Island, connected to Terrapin Point and Luna Island. Here you will immerse yourself in the rich history of the Falls before heading to your next stop - the Cave of the Winds.

Experience the Falls from a new perspective, surrounded by icicles, snow-covered trees, and beautiful frozen blue ice mounds making the waterfalls that much more stunning at the Cave of the Winds.

Once you complete your thrilling experience at the Cave of the Winds, you will then visit the Whirlpool State National Park where you will have the opportunity to snap some impressive wintery wonderland photos of Niagara’s Whirlpool Rapids. On your way to the final stop you will have a narrated driving tour where you will get the chance to see the brand new Power Station for Niagara Falls Canada.

Your final stop will be at the Old Fort Niagara where you will get the opportunity to take a beautiful picture at the Lighthouse before stepping back in time to watch a thrilling musket demonstration put on by reenactors who faithfully recreate the lives of past Fort garrisons in addition to the many exhibits and period rooms throughout the Fort.

Your guided tour will conclude with your guide taking you back to your hotel in Niagara Falls, USA where you can warm up and unwind after admiring the beauty of the falls in the fall or winter.

What’s included?

Admission to the Niagara Falls Aquarium
Admission to Old Fort Niagara
Admission to Cave of the Winds
Intimate, guided, small-group tour experience (groups are limited to 7 people)
Pick up and drop off from anywhere in Niagara Falls, NY USA
Guided visit to Terrapin Point and Luna Island
Guided visit to Whirlpool State Park offering scenic views of the Niagara Whirlpool Rapids
Food and drinks
Gratuities

Things to know

Covid Policy

Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

Cancellation Policy

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

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About operator:

Tripshepherd specializes in offering intimate small-group tours across popular destinations in North America. Our commitment to small-group dynamics ensures a more personal connection, greater flexibility, and an escape from the hassle of crowded buses and the need for microphones. At the heart of our tours are local experiences; we proudly hire local guides to support community growth, create jobs, and provide our guests with an authentic glimpse into each destination. Our friendly guides are dedicated to connecting personally with each guest, ensuring a caring and memorable experience. With Tripshepherd, every journey is not just a tour, but a unique story woven into the fabric of local life, guaranteeing an authentic, personal, and local adventure.