Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake & Toronto

Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake & Toronto

Trip Duration: 5 Days

 

 

Trip Inclusions:

• Meals: 4 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner

• Tour Director    

• Overnight accommodations

• Deluxe motorcoach transportation

• Baggage handling and related gratuities

• Taxes

 

 

Trip Highlights:

 

Niagara Falls Boat Cruise

Hear the roar and feel the mist of Niagara Falls while on a boat with Niagara City Cruises in Canada. Perfectly carved during an ice age more than 12,000 years ago, the falls exhibit power, strength and beauty. To ride into the heart of the falls, step on board a Hornblower Niagara Cruises cruise. Two 700-passenger catamaran boats, the Niagara Wonder and the Niagara Thunder, feature on board comforts including tiered decks for 360-degree viewing, dry viewing areas, on board concessions and passenger washrooms. The Voyage to the Falls Boat tour provides views of the American, Bridal Veil and Canadian Horseshow Falls. Each guest receives a courtesy mist poncho and a souvenir audio guide. The audio guide is 30 minutes long and provides educational and engaging information, such as explaining how an ice block once stopped the flow of the water. A Niagara Falls boat tour is repeatedly recognized as Canada's favorite visitor experience. The Funicular (Incline Railway) located next to the Group Kiosk offers panoramic views of the American, Bridal Veil and Canadian Horseshoe Falls. Total time on the water is approximately 30 minutes.

 

Revolving Dining Room at Skylon Tower

The Revolving Dining room restaurant silently rotates 360 degrees every hour, giving diners a constantly changing vantage point. It is estimated that more than 125 km are viewable from the dining room. It really is the most breathtaking view in all of Niagara Falls.

 

Niagara Falls Sightseeing Tour

This extensive sightseeing tour features Queen Victoria Park, the world famous Floral Clock (actual clock made out of plants & flowers), the Hydro Electric Plants & the Whirlpool Aerocar. You'll also see Brock's Monument at historic Queenston Heights.

 

Niagara on the Lake Sightseeing tour

Stop at the Welland Shipping Canal, part of the St. Lawrence System. Here you can see ocean going vessels being raised or lowered in one of the locks (depending on schedule of ships). As we make our way to Niagara-on-the-Lake, we'll drive through the fruit growing area of Niagara as we pass by vineyards and various fruit orchards. In Niagara-on-the-Lake, we'll see Fort George, as well as Fort Niagara across the Niagara River (the American Headquarters during the War of 1812). Enjoy time on the main street to browse the quaint shops for unique souvenirs.

 

Toronto Sightseeing Tour

Travel along Lake Ontario to Ontario's capital city - Toronto, approximately 1 1/2 hours from Niagara. Drive by the Harborfront/Queen's Quay area, look across the harbor to the Toronto Islands, as well as Centreville, a popular summer amusement park. Head up Bay Street, through the financial district, and see bank capitals and skyscrapers. See the contrast between Old & New City Hall, side by side at Nathan Philips Square. Continue through the hospital district, and drive by the Casa Loma estate, overlooking the city. See ethnic areas such as Chinatown and neighborhoods such as the Garment District and Cabbagetown, as well as the Theatre District. See Yonge Street, the longest street in Canada featuring every shop and outlet imaginable! Of course you can't miss the CN Tower, one of the world's tallest free-standing structures, adjacent to the Rogers Centre, home of the Toronto Blue Jays. Drive by the ACC, home of the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Toronto Raptors. Toronto truly has something for everyone!

 

CN Tower

Defining the Toronto skyline, the CN Tower is Canada's most recognizable and celebrated icon. At a height of over 1,800 feet, it is one of the tallest buildings in the world as well as Canada's National Tower, an important telecommunications hub, and the center of tourism in Toronto. Take in the breathtaking view and enjoy all of the attractions Canada's Wonder of the World has to offer. On a clear day you can see Niagara Falls and Buffalo. Visit the glass floor on the observation deck offering a view of the city 1,122 feet below.

 

White Water Walk Niagara Falls

Feel the thrill of being at the river's edge! White Water Walk offers a first-hand lesson in the raw power and peril of the Niagara River's Class 6 whitewater rapids, some of the wildest in North America. The roar of the river provides a deceptive calmness, the perfect ambiance for your walk among the many platforms that offer incredible views. The sight on this quarter-mile boardwalk will take your breath away! As part of this self-guided experience, enjoy stories about the geology of the Niagara Gorge and the plant and animal life you may see on your visit to Niagara Parks.

 

 

Meal Information:

 

Skylon Tower Dinner Entree Choices include:

• Breaded chicken breast in red pepper cream sauce

• Grilled salmon filet in soy lemon butter

• Vegetarian eggplant parmesan

Entrees are served with french baguette, chef's salad with Italian dressing, roasted potato and fresh seasonal vegetables, dessert, and hot coffee/hot tea. 

 

Children's Menu Choices: Spaghetti & Meatballs with Chef's salad or Chicken Finger with plum sauce and french fries

 

Optional Dinner at Mandarin Buffet, an all-you-can-enjoy dine-in experience offering about 150 items on the buffet tables filled with a variety of dishes. Featuring great flavor and endless variety, Mandarin offers high quality food, a warm atmosphere, and friendly service. Cost is $45 per person for dinner.

 

Menus subject to change.

 

 

Travel to Canada:

For travel to Canada, a Passport Book or Passport Card is always needed when leaving or returning to the U.S. by motorcoach. Children 16 and under can cross the Canadian border using only a U.S. Birth Certificate (original or copy) with both parents named listed. Children under 18 not traveling with both parents must have special notarized approval from both parents.

 

We strongly recommend that your passport be valid for six (6) months beyond the completion of your trip. In addition, we recommend that you make at least two photocopies of your passport; one to be left with someone at home who will assist you in the event your documents are misplaced, lost or stolen and one to be kept in the safe in your room while traveling.

 

Special Notes: Anyone with a criminal record (including misdemeanors or Driving While Impaired/DWI) may be barred from entering or removed from Canada and must obtain a special waiver well in advance of any planned travel. To determine whether you may be inadmissible and how to overcome this finding, please refer to this website: https://www.canada.ca/en.html or call the Canadian Consulate at 212-596-1600.

 

Those persons traveling to Canada, who are not U.S. citizens, may have additional requirements for border crossing. Starr Transit Co. Inc. cannot accept liability for any passenger refused entry into any country due to failure of the passenger to prepare and carry correct documentation. For further information on entry requirements, travelers may contact the Canadian Embassy at 501 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington D.C. 20001, tel. (202) 682-1740; or the Canadian Consulate in New York at (212) 596-1600.

 

 

Need to Know:

This tour is not recommended for those who use a wheelchair.

 

 

Accessibility:

Starr has a select quantity of wheelchair accessible motorcoaches available; therefore, we suggest you contact a Travel Advisor to discuss any needs you may have before reserving your trip.

Country Inn & Suites, Niagara Falls, Ontario Canada

 

The Country Inn & Suites, Niagara Falls is located in the heart of Niagara's tourist district and is just a short walk from the natural wonder of the Falls and Casino Niagara. Enjoy an indoor swimming pool, fitness center and game room. Guestrooms include mini-fridge, coffee maker, hairdryer, and iron/board.

 

The property is non-smoking. No cots are available. Hotel has an elevator and is located approximately 1 mile from the Falls.