2-Day Niagara Falls Tour from New York or New Jersey (Admissions Inclusive)

Q: What is the pickup location for this tour?

If airport transfer is not included, this tour departs from fixed pickup locations, which are listed on the product page at the time of booking. If airport transfer is included, pickup will be arranged according to your flight arrival details.

Q: What happens if I choose not to participate in an optional tour?

Participation in optional tours is completely optional. If you choose not to join, you will have free time during that period. The tour guide will inform you of the designated meeting point and time to rejoin the group and continue with the main itinerary.

Q: Are meals included in the tour? Are vegetarian options available?

No, meals are not included in the tour price. The tour guide will bring guests to dining locations during the tour, where you may choose and purchase meals based on your preference. Vegetarian options are available at these dining locations.

Q: What is the “Buy 2 Get 2 Free” discount? Are there any additional discounts available?

The Buy 2 Get 2 Free promotion means that four guests share one room, and only two guests are charged for the tour. This offer applies when sharing one room and is subject to availability. All applicable discounts are automatically applied at checkout. No additional discounts can be combined unless otherwise stated.

Q: What are optional tours and how do I pay for them?

Optional tours are additional activities or attractions that are not included in the base tour price and are offered to enhance your travel experience. Participation is voluntary, and guests may choose whether or not to join. If you decide to participate, optional tours must be paid on site directly to the tour guide. Accepted payment methods include cash, Venmo, PayPal, and Zelle.

Q: When will I receive the tour guide contact information and hotel details?

Your tour guide will contact you one day prior to departure to reconfirm meeting details and provide important tour information. Hotel arrangements are also finalized and confirmed one day before departure.

Q: What is the mandatory tour package?

The mandatory tour package includes required services and/or attractions that are essential to the operation of the tour. The cost of the mandatory tour package is not included in the basic tour price and must be paid upon arrival. Guests who refuse to pay the mandatory tour package fee may be denied participation, and the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service without refund.

Q: How do the Pre-Tour and Post-Tour Hotel options work?

Pre-Tour or Post-Tour Hotel accommodations may be arranged by either the tour operator or a third-party hotel, depending on your choice. With this option, guests are responsible for traveling on their own to the tour’s fixed pickup location to join the tour. Airport transfer may be included depending on the tour operator hotel package, but hotel-to-tour pickup is not provided.

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3% Group Discount: 1. Receive 3% off when you purchase 3+ rooms on the same tour (single order only).
2. Receive 3% off when you book 3+ multi-day tours with minimum order total of $500 at once. Not valid in conjunction with any other discounts or pricing offers.

Price (/Person)

Single	$420 ￥2847 €365 C$586
Double	$345 ￥2339 €300 C$482
3rd Person
Adult	$315 ￥2136 €274 C$440
Child (Age 3-12)	$260 ￥1763 €226 C$363
4th Person
Adult	$315 ￥2136 €274 C$440
Child (Age 3-12)	$240 ￥1627 €209 C$335
Infant (Age 0-2)	$120 ￥814 €105 C$168

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3% Group Discount: 1. Receive 3% off when you purchase 3+ rooms on the same tour (single order only).
2. Receive 3% off when you book 3+ multi-day tours with minimum order total of $500 at once. Not valid in conjunction with any other discounts or pricing offers.

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Day 1 New York - Watkins Glen (Summer)/Corning Museum (Winter) - Buffalo - Niagara Fall (421 miles)

Day 2 Niagara Falls - New York (408 miles)

Day 1: New York - Watkins Glen (Summer)/Corning Museum (Winter) - Buffalo - Niagara Fall (421 miles)

Start the day at Watkins Glen State Park (May–Oct), featuring dramatic gorges and 19 waterfalls. For exact May opening dates, please contact us. (Winter: visit the Corning Museum of Glass with live glassmaking demos.)
Continue to Buffalo for Great Lakes views and a stop at the Naval Park.
Arrive at Niagara Falls in the evening for a night tour of Goat Island, with illuminated falls and seasonal fireworks.

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 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 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

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.

Opening Hours: Nov - May|Duration: Approx. 30 Minutes
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.

Goat Island

Goat Island is a formation at the top of Niagara Falls that exists as a result of the river splitting before it tumbles over the edge. It is the closest you can get to the top of the twin waterfalls.

Niagara Falls Night Tour

On this relaxing night tour, you will get to see the majesty of Niagara Falls from nearby Goat Island as the roaring waters are brilliantly illuminated against the night sky. You are guaranteed to see fireworks at Niagara Falls, except on days when there is no scheduled fireworks show (unavailable from Jan to Mar).

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

Morning visit to Whirlpool State Park for views of the gorge and rapids, with a Niagara Sunrise Balloon Ride.
Enjoy the Maid of the Mist for an up-close waterfall experience, then visit Niagara Power Vista and Cave of the Winds (closed after October).
Return to New York in the afternoon.

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.

Whirlpool State Park

Whirlpool State Park overlooks the Niagara Gorge. Have a picnic in the field above before hiking below to see the whirlpool up close. The park includes hiking and biking trails, fishing spots, and a playground.

Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes

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.

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 - Oct)

Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes

Niagara Parks Power Station

Explore the historic Niagara Parks Power Station on the U.S. side of the river. Discover restored turbines, engaging exhibits, and the engineering marvel of hydroelectric power that harnesses the mighty Niagara River to light a nation.

Duration: Approx. 1 Hour

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.

Niagara Falls Observation Tower

The Niagara Falls Observation Tower offers one of the best views of the majestic falls available. The famous Maid of the Mist cruise line boards below. Nighttime visitors will be graced with a particularly breathtaking sight of the illuminated waterfalls.

Buffalo in-depth City Tour

Discover Buffalo with a local guide. Take in panoramic views of Lake Erie, the Buffalo River and the Canadian shoreline from the Lake Erie Observation Deck, then board a real WWII destroyer and submarine at the Buffalo Naval Park.

Departure & Return Find Closest Pickup

Location	Address	Departure	Return
New York, NY	6013 7th Ave, NY 11220, Brooklyn, NY 11220 (Popeyes - Brooklyn, NY)	6:30am
New York, NY	Remark:Pickup only, no drop off	6:30am
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
New York, NY	Remark:Drop off at Manhattan Times Square	7:00am
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.

Includes & Excludes

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
Niagara Falls admission fees: Maid of the Mist, Cave of the Winds, Fallsview Balloon Ride, Watkins Glen/Corning Museum of Glass, Niagara Falls Power Station.

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.
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.
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.

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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.

Terms & Condition

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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2-Day Niagara Falls Tour from New York or New Jersey (Admissions Inclusive) Tour Code: 678-19825 sunshineglobe NF2-mandatory+optional admission

New York, NY

Watkins Glen, NY

Watkins Glen State Park

Corning, NY

Corning Glass Center

Corning Museum of Glass

Niagara Falls, NY

Goat Island

Niagara Falls Night Tour

Niagara Falls, NY

Whirlpool State Park

Niagara Hot Air Balloon Adventure

Maid of the Mist

Niagara Parks Power Station

Cave of the Winds

Niagara Falls Observation Tower

Buffalo in-depth City Tour

New York, NY

Day 1: New York - Watkins Glen (Summer)/Corning Museum (Winter) - Buffalo - Niagara Fall (421 miles)

Watkins Glen, NY

Watkins Glen State Park

Corning, NY

Corning Glass Center

Corning Museum of Glass

Niagara Falls, NY

Goat Island

Niagara Falls Night Tour

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

Niagara Falls, NY

Whirlpool State Park

Niagara Hot Air Balloon Adventure

Maid of the Mist

Niagara Parks Power Station

Cave of the Winds

Niagara Falls Observation Tower

Buffalo in-depth City Tour

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2-Day Niagara Falls Tour from New York or New Jersey (Admissions Inclusive) Tour Code: 678-19825