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2-Day Niagara Falls Tour from New York or New Jersey - Falls, Boat Ride & Night Lights Tour Code: 178-6917

  • See every famous sight in one trip: The Maid of the Mist boat to the foot of the Horseshoe Falls, the Cave of the Winds boardwalk, and the falls lit up in color at night.
  • Vegetarian-friendly, family-friendly: Your guide picks the meal stops, with veg and familiar options the whole family can eat.
  • No driving, no planning: One booking covers the long drive, your hotel and a guide who handles all the tickets
Visit Niagara Falls (Maid of the Mist, Niagara Falls Observation Tower, Niagara Power Vista, Whirlpool State Park, Cave of the Winds), Corning (Corning Museum of Glass), Watkins Glen (Watkins Glen State Park).
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  • Child rates: Child rates apply to those who are 0-12 years old.
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    Single
    $108
    ¥731
    €93
    C$150
    Double
    $50
    ¥339
    €43
    C$70
    Triple
    $42
    ¥282
    €36
    C$58
    Quadruple
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    Child (0-12): same as adult
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    Single
    $138
    ¥934
    €119
    C$192
    Double
    $65
    ¥440
    €56
    C$90
    Triple
    $55
    ¥372
    €48
    C$77
    Quadruple
    $45
    ¥305
    €39
    C$63
    Child (0-12): same as adult
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Flash Sale: Flash Sale on Selected Dates 2026-05-30 - 2026-06-04
  • Child rates: Child rates apply to those who are 0-12 years old.
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  • Day 1
  • Day 2
Day 1 New York - Watkins Glen (Summer) / Corning (Winter) - Buffalo - Niagara Falls at Night (417 miles)
Day 2 Niagara Falls - New York (408 miles)

Day 1: New York - Watkins Glen (Summer) / Corning (Winter) - Buffalo - Niagara Falls at Night (417 miles)

Standard Hotel: 1.Comfort Inn/Best Western or similar 2.Wyndham Garden at Niagara Falls - walking distance to the Falls (additional fees apply)
Meal: Excluded

Today we leave the NYC / NJ area and head upstate, stopping midday for lunch and sightseeing at Watkins Glen State Park (summer) or the Corning Glass Center (winter). In the late afternoon we explore Buffalo with a local guide, including the Buffalo Naval Park, a recent guest favorite.

As evening falls, we reach Niagara Falls for the night's highlight: the Cave of the Winds boardwalk, the falls glowing under colored lights at the nightly illumination, and in season fireworks over the water before we return to the hotel.

  • Watkins Glen, NY

    Watkins Glen, NY
    Watkins Glen is a village in Schuyler County, New York. This is the birthplace of Watkins Glen International, one of the premier automobile road racing tracks in the United States. Sitting on the south shore of Seneca Lake, it is also famous for its beautiful natural scenery.

    Watkins Glen State Park

    Watkins Glen State Park
    "Watkins Glen State Park is the most famous of the Finger Lakes State Parks, with a reputation for leaving visitors spellbound," boasts the State Parks website, and it is easy to see why people love this beautiful landscape.

    Opening Hours: May - Oct|Duration: Approx. 45 Minutes

  • Corning, NY

    Corning, NY
    Corning is a charming city known for its rich history in glassmaking. Visitors can explore the Corning Museum of Glass, enjoy scenic views along the Chemung River, and experience local shops, dining, and outdoor activities.

    Corning Glass Center

    The Corning Glass Center showcases high-quality glass products, offering a range of decorative and functional items. Visitors can explore exhibits, purchase unique glassware, and learn about the craftsmanship behind Corning's renowned glassmaking heritage.

    Opening Hours: Nov - Apr

    Corning Museum of Glass

    Corning Museum of Glass
    This non-profit museum run by Corning Glass Works explores the science behind glassmaking and the history of the art throughout human cultures. It contains tens of thousands of significant objects, some as much as 3,500 years old.

    We will visit Corning Museum of Glass when Watkins Glen close.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $25; Child (3-17 yrs) Free; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $22|Opening Hours: Nov - May|Duration: Approx. 30 Minutes

  • Buffalo, NY

    Buffalo, NY
    The state's second largest city, Buffalo, looms up in a cluster of Art Deco spires and glass-box skyscrapers - Manhattan in miniature on Lake Erie.

    Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park

    Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park
    The Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park, formerly known as The Buffalo Naval and Servicemen's Park, is a museum on the shore of Lake Erie in Buffalo, New York.
  • Niagara Falls, NY

    Niagara Falls, NY
    Among the most beautiful natural wonders in the world, Niagara Falls is comprised of three waterfalls that thunder and astound, producing a higher flow rate than any other waterfall in the world and standing at a height of 167 feet.

    Cave of the Winds

    Cave of the Winds
    The Cave of the Winds on the New York side of Niagara Falls is an attraction that allows people to walk along pathways on the river at the base of the American Falls. It is open year-round depending on weather conditions.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $25; Child (3-12 yrs) $19; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $23

    Watkins Glen / Corning Glass Center + Niagara Falls Illumination Package

    Includes Watkins Glen State Park (Corning Glass Center in winter) and the nightly Niagara Falls Illumination. Summer fireworks possible, weather permitting.

    Tour Fee (Mandatory): Adult $49.90; Child (3-18 yrs, Free for under 3) $49.90; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $49.90

Day 2: Niagara Falls - New York (408 miles)

Meal: Excluded

We start the morning at Whirlpool State Park, looking down into the gorge where the river spins into a giant whirlpool. Next, the Niagara Power Vista shows how the falls generate power, with hands-on exhibits the whole family enjoys.

Then the moment everyone comes for: the Maid of the Mist boat carries you right up to the foot of the Horseshoe Falls — the mist, the roar, the rainbow, and the photo you'll want (seasonal, runs roughly May–Oct). After lunch, we begin the drive back, with a rest stop along the way, returning to New York in the evening.

  • Niagara Falls, NY

    Niagara Falls, NY
    Among the most beautiful natural wonders in the world, Niagara Falls is comprised of three waterfalls that thunder and astound, producing a higher flow rate than any other waterfall in the world and standing at a height of 167 feet.

    Niagara Hot Air Balloon Adventure

    Giant white hot air balloons slowly ascend with the morning sun, resembling elves suspended between heaven and earth, offering a spectacle from 200 meters high to view the thunderous might of the Horseshoe Falls. This breath-taking visual feast truly showcases the awe-inspiring power of the Thunder God's water.

    Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $58; Child (3-12 yrs) $50; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $58

    Maid of the Mist

    Maid of the Mist
    This famous boat ride is perhaps Niagara Falls' most popular attraction. Get ready to get wet: the Maid of the Mist takes its passengers as close to the Horseshoe Falls themselves as it is possible for anyone to get.

    Summer Itinerary Only (May- Nov)

    Admission (Optional): Adult $33; Child (3-12 yrs) $23; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $33|Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes

    Niagara Power Vista

    Niagara Power Vista
    The Niagara Power Vista takes visitors behind the scenes, and the many interactive exhibits help explain what electricity is, how the falls create it, and how it is harnessed and used. This museum is wonderful for people of all ages.

    Winter Itinerary Only (Nov - Apr)

    Admission (Optional): Adult $25; Child (3-12 yrs) $20; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $25|Duration: Approx. 40 Minutes

    Whirlpool State Park + Lake Erie + Niagara Falls Observation Deck + Buffalo City Tour Package

    A guided visit to Buffalo with a local guide, wide views from the Lake Erie Observation Deck, and a stop at the Buffalo Naval Park. Also includes Whirlpool State Park and the Niagara Falls Observation Deck.

    Tour Fee (Mandatory): Adult $49.90; Child (3-18 yrs, Free for under 3) $49.90; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $49.90

    Whirlpool State Park

    Niagara Falls Observation Tower

    Buffalo in-depth City Tour

Find Closest Pickup
Location Address Departure Return
New York, NY 6013 7th Ave, NY 11220, Brooklyn, NY 11220 (Popeyes - Brooklyn, NY) 6:30am
Remark:Pickup only, no drop off
Flushing, NY 135-20 39th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354 (In front of the Sheraton hotel - Flushing, NY) 6:30am 9:30pm
New York, NY 180 Canal St, New York, NY 10013 (Chase Bank - New York, NY) 7:00am
Remark:Drop off at Manhattan Times Square
New York, NY 321 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036 (Fuji - New York, NY) 7:00am 8:30pm
Jersey City, NJ 619 Marin Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07302 (Jersey City, NJ) 7:30am 8:00pm
Parsippany, NJ 736 US-46, Parsippany-Troy Hills, Parsippany, NJ 07054 (Wendy's) 8:30am 7:30pm

*Return time is an estimate and varies based on traffic and weather conditions.

  • To avoid any delays, we strongly recommend not booking a flight on the same day the tour ends.
  • If the drop-off location at 321 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036 is unavailable, the alternative drop-off location will be 300 W 31st St, New York, NY 10001.
  • Pick-up and drop-off locations should be the same. Please notify us in advance if the drop-off location is different from the pick-up.

Price Includes

  • 1 night hotel accommodation
  • City-to-city Transportation via air conditioned motor coach; or via 7-Seat/15-Seat minibus, subject to guest numbers
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • All taxes

Price Excludes

  • Mandatory service fees: Minimum $15.00 per day per person. It is for your tour guide and bus driver. This fee applies to all ages, including children and infants.
  • Activities & Attractions
Destination Adult Child Senior
Corning, NY
Corning Museum of Glass (Optional) $25 Free (3-17 yrs) $22 (65+)
Niagara Falls, NY
Cave of the Winds (Optional) $25 $19 (3-12 yrs) $23 (65+)
Maid of the Mist (Optional) $33 $23 (3-12 yrs) $33 (65+)
Niagara Hot Air Balloon Adventure (Optional) $58 $50 (3-12 yrs) $58 (65+)
Niagara Power Vista (Optional) $25 $20 (3-12 yrs) $25 (65+)
Watkins Glen / Corning Glass Center + Niagara Falls Illumination Package (Mandatory) $49.90 $49.90 (3-18 yrs, Free for under 3) $49.90 (65+)
Whirlpool State Park + Lake Erie + Niagara Falls Observation Deck + Buffalo City Tour Package (Mandatory) $49.90 $49.90 (3-18 yrs, Free for under 3) $49.90 (65+)
  • To join Mandatory Tour Packages or Optional Activities, please pay the tour guide via cash, Venmo, Zelle, or PayPal. Tour guide will arrange group tickets/activities.
  • Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
  • No self-paid tickets or use of CITY PASS tickets are allowed during the entire tour. Please purchase tickets through the tour guide.
  • All meals and drinks during the trip are not included in tour price. The tour guide will make eating arrangements.
  • Any private expenses

Additional Note

  • Hotel pricing: Prices are based on two adults sharing. Single room occupancy requires an extra fee. Double, triple & quad prices are for two, three, and four people, staying in one room, respectively (including children). Each hotel room can only accommodate a maximum of 4 guests (adults or children). Each guest room comes standard with two full-sized or one queen-sized bed.
  • Travel documents: All customers will be responsible for providing their own travel documents and visa if required.
  • Language: All tours are escorted by professional bi- or multi-lingual tour guides and/or drivers (English/Chinese). Depending on the number of passengers booked for a particular departure, tours and/or languages may be combined to operate the tours.
  • Luggage Policy: Each guest is allowed 1 check-in bag (total dimensions must not exceed 62 inches), 1 carry-on, and 1 personal item. Extra luggage will not be allowed.
  • Wheelchair: Due to different bus models, we may not be able to accommodate participants using wheelchairs. Therefore, we regret that we cannot accept wheelchair users to join our tour.
  • Pets: Pets will not be transported.

Confirmation

  • Immediately after submitting your reservation, you will receive a receipt of the booking by email. Within 36 hours of submitting your reservation, you will receive a confirmation email confirming the booking status. Tour requires a minimum number of passengers to operate so reconfirmation is required during low season (Oct to April).

Redemption

  • You will receive a confirmation email (e-ticket) after your order is received. Complete operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, is included on the e-ticket. You must print the e-tickets and take them along on your trip; they are your proof of purchase.

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  • BOOKING AND RESERVATION
    The tour operator suggests each passenger book tours at least one day before the departure date. Yet, this product is available for last-minute booking as long as there is an inventory on the page. The seats will not be assigned until the reservation has been made. The passenger may be required to provide a name, phone number, and address and specify the designated tour and date of travel.
  • SEAT ASSIGNMENT
    All seats are pre-assigned on a first come first serve basis after the reservation. For special needs, customers could add the first rows option before check-out. The additional price might be applied.
  • TRAVEL DOCUMENTS
    Each passenger must carry a valid travel document. (Valid visa for countries needed) (E.g. Green Card, Passport, Re-Entry Permit, and etc.) Tour operator is not responsible for lost or stolen personal items.
  • CANCELLATION OR CHANGE POLICY
    (1) All cancellations or changes of date must comply 7 days before departure. The full refund will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. The refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.

    (2) If cancel or fail to participate in any part of the itinerary for personal reasons (e.g., lack of travel documents, tardiness, illness, accidents, etc.) during the trip, the paid group fee will not be refunded, nor will any other services be provided as compensation.

    (3) Cancellation of the free passengers must be made at least 7 days before departure. No-shows (or late cancellations) of the free passengers incur a $50/day penalty fee for the reserved bus seat. For example, $50 * 3 = $150 penalty per no-show person will be charged for a 3-day tour.

  • BOARDING TIME AND PLACE
    All passengers must arrive 30 minutes before departure time. All passengers must show a photo ID and boarding pass or tickets for boarding; absolutely no boarding without tickets. Departure time and boarding location will be confirmed after the reservation is made.
  • TRAVEL INSURANCE
    The tour operator is not responsible for any loss of or damage to personal items, or personal injury that may occur on or during the tour. It is optional for passengers to buy travel insurance.
  • RESPONSIBILITY
    (1) Tour operator reserves the right to substitute hotels and alter the itinerary, withdraw any tour, and make any desirable alteration for the convenience of the operation of the tour.
    (2) The Tour operator reserves the right to alter the tour program and the itinerary order may be different than displayed online, the tour guide will arrange it accordingly depending on the traffic, hotel arrangement, attractions opening time, etc.
    (3) Tour operator reserves the right to cancel the tour prior to departure for any reason. By accepting our policy, the passenger must agree that the tour operator shall hold no responsibilities for itinerary alterations, delays or cancellation strikes, sickness, theft, loss, accidents, weather, bus issues, or any other causes.
    (4) Each group requires a minimum of 10 passengers to operate a departure. The tour operator reserves the right to cancel a departure due to not meeting this basic requirement. Liability for such cancellation is limited to a full refund of the money received by us, and this will constitute a full settlement with the Tour Department.
    (5) Tour operator reserves the right to decline to accept or retain any tour member for any reason before or during the tour.
    (6) All prices are subject to change without prior notice.
    (7) All itineraries are subject to change without notice.
    (8) All passengers must obtain a valid passport and all entry/exit visas as required by immigration regulations.
    (9) If the passenger has any special request to leave the tour in a certain place during the tour, it is their responsibility to notify the tour operator in advance to confirm upon booking the tour.
    (10) Passengers must be self-reliant; those who require assistance must be accompanied by a friend or relative. Tour operators are NOT able to provide individual assistance for any passenger.
    (11) Passengers should inform the escort or hotel reception if they are to use the hotel swimming pool. All children should be accompanied by their parents while using the pool. No lifeguard on premises swim at your own risk.
    (12) Passenger(s) are responsible for his or her belonging(s). Tour operators will no longer provide services to track or trace any personal item(s).
  • Hotel Arrangements and no refund: All hotel and tour schedules are arranged in advance. No refunds will be given to any customer failing to appear on the departure day.

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Hi May I know whether we are allowed to walk over to the Canada side on our own (and walk back to our accommodation for the night in the US side to rejoin the tour) as long as our passport and visa allow?
by Renee on 2022-07-05
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Dear Customer This tour is only on the US side. This tour will not allowed to walk to the Canada side, Thank You
by Taketours on 2022-07-05
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Is a passport required to be able to experience this tour ?
by Sandra Restrepo on 2021-09-21
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Dear Customer, No, this will not go into the Canadian side this tour is US side only.
by Taketours on 2021-09-28
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Hi, I would be interested in taking the tour departing from New York, but at the end of the tour, I´d like to stay in Niagara Falls. Is there any discount if I don't take the return trip to NY?
by Camilo Fernandez on 2021-09-07
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Dear Customer, Unfortunately no, you would still need to cover the complete cost of the tour even if you depart in a different location and don't finish the tour.
by Taketours on 2021-09-07
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Hi we only want to take Niagara tour on the American side, we don't want to enter Canadian side at any cost. Is it possible in this tour
by visu on 2021-08-24
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Dear Customer, This tour is going to US side only. It will not enter the Canadian side.
by Taketours on 2021-08-24
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Do you have a Spanish speaking guide?
by Maria Jose on 2021-08-24
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Dear Customer, Unfortunately no, our tour guide is only bilingual in English and Chinese.
by Taketours on 2021-08-24
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