Niagara Falls with Outlet Shopping, 2-Day Tour from NYC

At a glance

Niagara Falls with Outlet Shopping, 2-Day Tour from NYC is a 2 days guided experience in New York City, United States, operated by Empire Vacations. Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 1,106 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $367.35 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Wi-Fi on bus only, 1 night hotel accommodation including tax and continental breakfast, Entrance to the Maid of Mist in Summer (April-October).

Quick facts

Duration

2 days

Group

Small group, up to 50 travellers

Languages

German, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Pickup

Meet at the start point

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 45m

   SUMMER ITINERARY : We depart from the Big Apple heading north where we will pass the beautiful Delaware Water Gap to Watkins Glen State Park in the heart of the Finger Lakes region. Walk through Watkins Glen Canyon to visit the beautiful waterfalls and then continue to Niagara Falls passing Seneca Lake, arriving in the late afternoon .

2. Stop 2 · 20m

   WINTER ITINERARY goes to Montour Falls instead of Watkins Glen State Park

3. Stop 3 · 2h

   Tour the US side of Niagara including the American Falls, Goat Island and Luna Island.

4. Stop 4 · 2h

   For travelers interested in crossing to Canada, they will now cross the border while those that stay on the American side with have free time to enjoy the falls before both sides see the evenings amazing light show known as the Illuminated falls. After this everyone will have free time in the evening to enjoy the local attractions before returning to the American side for the night.

5. Stop 5 · 2h

   Leaving the hotel, hear the thundering water of Niagara Falls. See the magnificent Horseshoe Falls up close and experience the power aboard the Maid of the Mist (May-October). During winter until April when the Maid of the Mist is closed we tour the Power Vista Hydro-Electric Station and the Cave of the Winds.

6. Stop 6 · 1h 30m

   At noon we depart south to New York State. On the way to New York, enjoy a shopping excursion at one of the large outlet malls along the way (Crossings Premium Outlets or Waterloo Premium Outlets), find your own bargain with brand name stores for less. Evening return to New York.

Meeting point

Good to know

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Maximum of three people per room. If traveling with a party of 4 or more, or desire to have separate rooms please make separate bookings. Wheelchair accessible transportation must be requested in advance
• Children under the age of 2 are free, please advise at time of booking if infant is traveling
• Montour Falls will replace Watkins Glenn Park during winter months when it is inaccessible
• For tours with fewer guests, vans may be substituted
• Tours can be bilingual as they are offered in many different languages
• Luggage is limited to one piece and a small carry on per person - no restrictions on size/weight.
• Maid of the Mist is available from mid-May until mid-October. Please have in mind that the start of the summer season is subject to weather conditions.
• Hotel Accommodations: Ramada by Wyndham Hotel or for travelers that must remain in the USA side, Comfort Inn “The Pointe” or similar. Please note specific hotels mentioned not guaranteed
• Wheelchair accessible transportation must be requested in advance
• All passengers are required to have proper identification when entering or leaving the United States. For entry to Canada, it is the passenger’s responsibility to make sure in advance that visa requirements are met
• Passengers without the proper travel documents to cross and enter Canada can still join this tour. In such event, the passenger will remain at the hotel on the United States side of the Falls and will not join any part of the tour that will take place in the Canadian territory. You will be able to join the boat ride on the Maid of the Mist as this departs from the American side of the Falls. You will get to see the American Falls and the Canadian Falls from the boat. During the winter months, when the Maid of the Mist is not operating, you will be able to walk to the Falls on your own. There are no substitute attractions on the America side of the Falls. Outlet shopping is located on the American side and does not require a Canadian visa or passport

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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