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Version 30 – May 12, 2025 12:16

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Short Description
  • Discover Niagara Falls on an expertly designed tour that takes care of all logistics so you can relax and enjoy your morning. With a carefully chosen early start, this journey to the American side of the falls will help you make the most of your time at one of the country’s most stunning natural wonders—complete with access to the first Maid of the Mist boat of the day to get ahead of the afternoon crowds. Get ready for a fully immersive adventure that will showcase the beauty and power of Niagara Falls, from the top of the Observation Tower to the awe-inspiring Cave of the Winds. By the time you part ways from your guide and small group, you’ll have unforgettable stories, stunning photos, and a deeper connection to this iconic landmark.  
  • Discover Niagara Falls on an expertly designed tour that takes care of all logistics so you can relax and enjoy your morning. With a carefully chosen early start, this journey to the American side of the falls will help you make the most of your time at one of the country’s most stunning natural wonders—complete with access to the first Maid of the Mist boat of the day to get ahead of the afternoon crowds. Get ready for a fully immersive adventure that will showcase the beauty and power of Niagara Falls, from the top of the Observation Tower to the awe-inspiring Cave of the Winds. By the time you part ways from your guide and small group, you’ll have unforgettable stories, stunning photos, and a deeper connection to this iconic landmark.  

Description
  • Start your day with an exhilarating ride on the Maid of the Mist. Board the first boat of the day to avoid the crowds and experience this natural wonder up close, where you’ll feel the thunderous roar and refreshing mist. Be sure to get some once-in-a-lifetime photos with the falls as your backdrop!
  •  Next, you'll head up the Niagara Gorge lookout tower, exclusive to the USA side. Ride the elevator up with your guide, who will share fascinating stories about the falls’ history and geology. Stunning views of the falls await you at the top. 
  •  You’ll then take a scenic walk toward the Cave of the Winds. Along the way, you’ll learn about the daredevils and tightrope walkers who have challenged the mighty falls throughout the ages. This engaging 30–60-minute stroll will bring Niagara’s rich history and daring characters to life. Please note that your tour will take place rain or shine, so be sure to wear appropriate footwear. 
  •  An undisputed highlight of your Niagara Falls tour will be the Cave of the Winds. Head down the stairs to get up close with the falls once more and feel the sheer power of the crashing water. Here you’ll have the chance to explore multiple viewing platforms that let you choose how wet you get. Take your time and soak in the awe-inspiring sights and sounds at your own pace.
  • Start your day with an exhilarating ride on the Maid of the Mist. Board the first boat of the day to avoid the crowds and experience this natural wonder up close, where you’ll feel the thunderous roar and refreshing mist. Be sure to get some once-in-a-lifetime photos with the falls as your backdrop!
  • Next, you'll head up the Niagara Gorge lookout tower, exclusive to the USA side. Ride the elevator up with your guide, who will share fascinating stories about the falls’ history and geology. Stunning views of the falls await you at the top. 
  • You’ll then take a scenic walk toward the Cave of the Winds. Along the way, you’ll learn about the daredevils and tightrope walkers who have challenged the mighty falls throughout the ages. This engaging 30–60-minute stroll will bring Niagara’s rich history and daring characters to life. Please note that your tour will take place rain or shine, so be sure to wear appropriate footwear. 
  • An undisputed highlight of your Niagara Falls tour will be the Cave of the Winds. Head down the stairs to get up close with the falls once more and feel the sheer power of the crashing water. Here you’ll have the chance to explore multiple viewing platforms that let you choose how wet you get. Take your time and soak in the awe-inspiring sights and sounds at your own pace.

Additional Info
  • Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.
  • Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.

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  • MANIFEST

Version 29 – April 15, 2025 12:50

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Cancellation notes
  • Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable.
  • Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable.
  • Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes.
  • Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
  • Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable.
  • Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable.
  • Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes.
  • Late arrivals and no-shows are non-refundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive or arrives after tour departure.

Version 28 – February 21, 2025 04:39

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Know Before You Go
  • for last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time. , ponchos are available on the boat and at cave of the winds. you will get close to the waterfall. be prepared to get wet., sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. if modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. , the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. , this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. , tours run rain or shine. we encourage appropriate footwear for uneven surfaces. , unfortunately due to the nature of this tour, it is not wheelchair accessible.

Know Before You Book
  • sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. if modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. , this tour is in english., unfortunately due to the nature of this tour, it is not wheelchair accessible. , walks and devour comply with all local government regulations; please refer to the government website in the country of your tour for the most up-to-date information.

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Version 27 – February 07, 2025 14:29

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Know Before You Go
  • for last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time. , ponchos are available on the boat and at cave of the winds. you will get close to the waterfall. be prepared to get wet., sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. if modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. , the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. , this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. , tours run rain or shine. we encourage appropriate footwear for uneven surfaces. , unfortunately due to the nature of this tour, it is not wheelchair accessible.

Know Before You Book
  • sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. if modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. , this tour is in english., unfortunately due to the nature of this tour, it is not wheelchair accessible. , walks and devour comply with all local government regulations; please refer to the government website in the country of your tour for the most up-to-date information.

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  • 94.4444444444444444

Version 23 – October 10, 2024 04:03

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Know Before You Go
  • for last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time. , ponchos are available on the boat and at cave of the winds. you will get close to the waterfall. be prepared to get wet., sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. if modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. , the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. , this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. , tours run rain or shine. we encourage appropriate footwear for uneven surfaces. , unfortunately due to the nature of this tour, it is not wheelchair accessible.
  • for last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time. , ponchos are available on the boat and at cave of the winds. you will get close to the waterfall. be prepared to get wet., sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. if modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. , the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. , this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. , tours run rain or shine. we encourage appropriate footwear for uneven surfaces.

Know Before You Book
  • sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. if modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. , this tour is in english., unfortunately due to the nature of this tour, it is not wheelchair accessible. , walks and devour comply with all local government regulations; please refer to the government website in the country of your tour for the most up-to-date information.
  • sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. if modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. , this tour is in english., this tour is not wheelchair accessible. , walks and devour comply with all local government regulations; please refer to the government website in the country of your tour for the most up-to-date information.

Version 22 – October 10, 2024 04:02

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Know Before You Go
  • for last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time. , ponchos are available on the boat and at cave of the winds. you will get close to the waterfall. be prepared to get wet., sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. if modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. , the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. , this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. , tours run rain or shine. we encourage appropriate footwear for uneven surfaces.
  • guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., for last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time. , ponchos are available on the boat and at cave of the winds. you will get close to the waterfall. be prepared to get wet., sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. if modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. , the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. , this is a walking tour., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. , tours run rain or shine. we encourage appropriate footwear for uneven surfaces.

Version 21 – October 10, 2024 04:01

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Know Before You Go
  • guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., for last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time. , ponchos are available on the boat and at cave of the winds. you will get close to the waterfall. be prepared to get wet., sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. if modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. , the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. , this is a walking tour., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. , tours run rain or shine. we encourage appropriate footwear for uneven surfaces.
  • guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., for last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time. , ponchos are available on the boat and at cave of the winds. you will get close to the waterfall. be prepared to get wet., sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. if modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. , the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. , this is a walking tour., this tour is in english., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. , tours run rain or shine. we encourage appropriate footwear for uneven surfaces.

Know Before You Book
  • sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. if modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. , this tour is in english., this tour is not wheelchair accessible. , walks and devour comply with all local government regulations; please refer to the government website in the country of your tour for the most up-to-date information.
  • sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. if modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. , this tour is not wheelchair accessible. , walks and devour comply with all local government regulations; please refer to the government website in the country of your tour for the most up-to-date information.

Version 16 – July 09, 2024 11:25

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Tier labels
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  • adult: Adult (15+)
  • child: Child (2-14)
  • infant: Infant (0-1)
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  • adult: ''
  • child: ''

Tier ages
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  • adult:
  • from: '15'
  • to: '99'
  • child:
  • from: '2'
  • to: '14'
  • infant:
  • from: '0'
  • to: '1'
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  • adult:
  • from: '18'
  • to: '64'
  • child:
  • from: '5'
  • to: '11'

Version 15 – July 09, 2024 11:23

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Available tiers
  • adult, child, infant
  • adult, child

Version 13 – July 09, 2024 11:21

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Timezone
  • America/New_York

Rails Timezone
  • Eastern Time (US & Canada)

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Version 12 – July 09, 2024 11:19

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Version 11 – July 09, 2024 11:15

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Version 10 – July 09, 2024 11:15

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Version 8 – July 09, 2024 11:13

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Know Before You Book
  • sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. if modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. , this tour is not wheelchair accessible. , walks and devour comply with all local government regulations; please refer to the government website in the country of your tour for the most up-to-date information.
  • sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. if modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. , this tour is not wheelchair accessible.

Version 7 – July 09, 2024 11:13

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Know Before You Go
  • guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., for last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time. , ponchos are available on the boat and at cave of the winds. you will get close to the waterfall. be prepared to get wet., sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. if modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. , the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. , this is a walking tour., this tour is in english., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. , tours run rain or shine. we encourage appropriate footwear for uneven surfaces.

Know Before You Book
  • sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. if modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. , this tour is not wheelchair accessible.
  • this tour is not wheelchair accessible.

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  • 83.3333333333333333
  • 77.7777777777777778

Version 6 – July 09, 2024 11:10

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Know Before You Book
  • this tour is not wheelchair accessible.

Version 5 – July 05, 2024 13:55

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Name
  • VIP First Access Maid of the Mist & Cave of the Winds Tour
  • Niagara USA First Boat

Version 4 – July 03, 2024 15:07

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Version 3 – July 01, 2024 13:36

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Short Description
  • Discover Niagara Falls on an expertly designed tour that takes care of all logistics so you can relax and enjoy your morning. With a carefully chosen early start, this journey to the American side of the falls will help you make the most of your time at one of the country’s most stunning natural wonders—complete with access to the first Maid of the Mist boat of the day to get ahead of the afternoon crowds. Get ready for a fully immersive adventure that will showcase the beauty and power of Niagara Falls, from the top of the Observation Tower to the awe-inspiring Cave of the Winds. By the time you part ways from your guide and small group, you’ll have unforgettable stories, stunning photos, and a deeper connection to this iconic landmark.  

Description
  • Start your day with an exhilarating ride on the Maid of the Mist. Board the first boat of the day to avoid the crowds and experience this natural wonder up close, where you’ll feel the thunderous roar and refreshing mist. Be sure to get some once-in-a-lifetime photos with the falls as your backdrop!
  • Next, you'll head up the Niagara Gorge lookout tower, exclusive to the USA side. Ride the elevator up with your guide, who will share fascinating stories about the falls’ history and geology. Stunning views of the falls await you at the top. 
  • You’ll then take a scenic walk toward the Cave of the Winds. Along the way, you’ll learn about the daredevils and tightrope walkers who have challenged the mighty falls throughout the ages. This engaging 30–60-minute stroll will bring Niagara’s rich history and daring characters to life. Please note that your tour will take place rain or shine, so be sure to wear appropriate footwear. 
  • An undisputed highlight of your Niagara Falls tour will be the Cave of the Winds. Head down the stairs to get up close with the falls once more and feel the sheer power of the crashing water. Here you’ll have the chance to explore multiple viewing platforms that let you choose how wet you get. Take your time and soak in the awe-inspiring sights and sounds at your own pace.

Highlights
  • avoid crowds on the first maid of the mist of the day. , beat the afternoon rush with an early start time. , capture stunning photos with the falls as a backdrop. , enjoy a meticulously planned niagara falls tour. , feel the force of water at cave of the winds. , marvel at breathtaking views from niagara gorge tower.

Included
  • access to niagara observation tower , admission to cave of the winds , admission to maid of the mist boat , local english-speaking guide
  • expertly guided walking tour, local english-speaking guide

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Version 2 – July 01, 2024 13:35

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