Canada, United States of America · Waterfall Tours

Enchanted Full Day Niagara Falls tour from New York City

18 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in New York. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day Niagara Falls trip from New York City
  • 02 Travel in an air-conditioned SUV/van with round-trip transport
  • 03 Visit Niagara Falls State Park on the New York side
  • 04 Take in views from the Observation Tower
  • 05 See Prospect Point, Luna Island, Bridal Veil Falls, and Terrapin Point
  • 06 Free time for lunch, shopping, and independent exploration
  • 07 Bottled water included
  • 08 Hotel pickup and drop-off included

Leave New York City behind for a full-day journey to one of North America’s most iconic natural wonders. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle to Niagara Falls State Park and discover the power and beauty of the falls from a variety of viewpoints on the New York side.

During your visit, enjoy time to take in the scenery, learn about the history of Niagara Falls, admire sweeping views from the Observation Tower, and explore highlights including Prospect Point, Luna Island, Bridal Veil Falls, and Terrapin Point. You’ll also have free time for lunch on your own, souvenir shopping, and exploring the park at your own pace.

Admire beautiful view of the falls and enjoy some awe-inspiring sceneries from the observation tower.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 18 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities New York, Niagara Falls
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Niagara Falls State Park, 332 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY , 10 hours

Enjoy a comfortable ride in an air conditioned SUV/van enjoying the scenic landscape of upstate New York (travel time is approximately 7 hours, each way, with a few rest stops) on your journey north. Upon arrival at your destination, you will begin experiencing the adventure, beauty, and natural wonder of Niagara Falls. During your visit, you will learn about the interesting history of these mighty waters and enjoy spectacular views of the falls from different vantage points (depending on the weather conditions). You will have the opportunity of having lunch on your own, souvenir shopping, and exploring the beautiful Niagara Falls State Park.

Niagara Falls Observation Tower, 333 Prospect St Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls, NY 14303, 30 minutes

Admire beautiful view of the falls and enjoy some awe-inspiring sceneries from the observation tower. Niagara Falls is actually not one waterfall, but three. The Niagara River flows down from Lake Erie and is divided by Goat Island. There, part of it flows to the horseshoe-shaped Canadian Falls (aptly named Horseshoe Falls), and the rest flows to the American Falls. At the American falls, the river is also split by a second small island, Luna Island, creating the third, small waterfall known as Bridal Veil Falls.

Prospect Point, Niagara Falls, NY 14303, USA, 20 minutes

The prime viewing area for the American Falls and Rapids, including the nightly illumination and seasonal fireworks. This area is also close by the Observation Tower and the Maid of the Mist.

Luna Island, Goat Island Rd, Niagara Falls, NY 14303, USA, 20 minutes

This small island between the American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls has an awe inspiring view of both Falls

Bridal Veil Falls, Niagara Falls, NY, 20 minutes

The Bridal Veil is the smallest falls among the three waterfalls, that together known as the great Niagara Falls. The Bridal Veil Falls is in the US side located right to the American Falls separated by Luna Island. The Goat Island in the Canadian side separates it from Horseshoe Falls.

The waterfall looks like a 'Bridal Veil' and thus the name Bridal Veil Falls. The Bridal Veil Falls is also known as Luna Falls and Iris Falls. The height of Bridal Veil Falls is 181 ft. Though it is a small waterfall compared to its two counterparts, it has its own specialties.

Goat Island, Niagara Falls, NY, pass by without stopping

Goat Island (previously called Iris Island) is a small island in the Niagara River, in the middle of Niagara Falls between the Bridal Veil Falls and the Horseshoe Falls. The island is at the southwest corner of the City of Niagara Falls (and of Niagara County), New York, in the United States and is part of Niagara Falls State Park.

Goat Island has no residents, but is a destination for tourists visiting the falls on the U.S. side. It has several viewing points, including from Terrapin Point. Goat Island is connected to the U.S. mainland by two bridges that carry foot, car, and trackless train traffic, and to the smaller Luna Island (adjacent to the American Falls) by a pedestrian bridge. Goat Island is largely wooded and is interlaced with foot trails.

Terrapin Point, Niagara Falls, NY, 20 minutes

Terrapin Point (formerly Terrapin Rocks) is an observation area located in Niagara Falls, New York at the western tip of Goat Island, next to the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. It is one of two major observation areas to overlook the falls and lower Niagara Gorge on the New York side, the other being Prospect Point further downriver.

Horseshoe Falls, Niagara Falls, Ontario Canada, pass by without stopping

Horseshoe Falls is considered the most impressive of the three falls, and the Terrapin Point offers astonishing views of them.

Drop off the guests to the hotel @NYC - 7 hours

Drop off the guests to the hotel

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in New York. 2 cities · 18 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Access to the Observation Deck
  • Hotel Pick up and Drop off
  • Bottled water

What's Not Included

  • Food & Drinks
  • Gratuities

Know before you go

  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • The tour guide will call the guest at least an hour before pick up

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in New York.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in New York.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 18 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in New York..

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