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Niagara Falls 2-Day Tour from NYC with Corning & Finger Lakes

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Length

2 days

Itinerary

2 days planned

Group

Max 55

Guides

English

Overview

Swap the city for roaring water on this two-day small-group escape from New York to Niagara Falls. The drive upstate eases you in, with optional stops at the world-renowned Corning Museum of Glass and, in the warmer months, the gorge trails and waterfalls of Watkins Glen State Park in the Finger Lakes. You reach Niagara in the evening for the in-depth night tour, when the American, Bridal Veil, and Horseshoe Falls glow under colored lights. After a night near the falls, day two is yours to choose: add the optional Classic Tour for Whirlpool Park, the Cave of the Winds, and either the famous Maid of the Mist boat ride in summer or historic Old Fort Niagara in the cooler season, before the ride back to New York.

Day by day itinerary

  1. 1New York -- Corning -- Niagara Falls（Scenic Stops and Niagara Falls Night Tour）⌄

    We set off from New York in the morning and head upstate, watching the skyline give way to rolling countryside as we make our way toward Niagara Falls. Day 1: New York → Corning Museum of Glass → Watkins Glen State Park + Finger Lakes → Niagara Falls Night View In-depth Tour [Goat Island & Luna Island; Horseshoe Falls, Bridal Veil Falls & American Falls]

    Corning Museum of Glass (optional, 90 min): If you’d like, stop at the world-famous Corning Museum of Glass, the heart of the American glass industry. Some 100,000 pieces fill the galleries, from colorful artworks to crystal-clear sculptures, with live glassmaking demonstrations that turn a roadside break into something memorable.

    Watkins Glen State Park + Finger Lakes (optional, 90 min, seasonal): When the park is open for the season, you can detour into Watkins Glen, the “Millennium Valley” in the Finger Lakes region. Its roughly two-mile gorge trail winds past more than a dozen waterfalls carved by glaciers and streams. The surrounding Finger Lakes, fourteen long and narrow lakes set side by side like fingers, round out the scenery.

    Niagara Falls Night View In-depth Tour: By evening you arrive at Niagara for the night tour, “one park, two islands, three falls.” Heading deep into the park, you take in multi-angle views from Goat Island and Luna Island while Horseshoe Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and American Falls glow under shifting colored lights. When a fireworks show is scheduled that evening, we make sure you’re there to see it. Note: Watkins Glen + Finger Lakes is a seasonal summer stop, generally available May to October once the park officially opens. Please refer to the park’s official website for exact dates; when the park is closed, this stop is not available. Note: hotel near Niagara Falls (e.g., Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls NY – Riverside by IHG; Buffalo Marriott Niagara; Aloft Buffalo Airport; or similar).

    Overnight: Hotel: Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls NY–Riverside；Buffalo Marriott Niagara；Aloft Buffalo Airport or Similar

  2. 2Niagara Falls -- New York（Niagara Falls and Thrilling Experiences）⌄

    Add the Classic Tour to get up close to the falls. At Whirlpool Park you look down on a 125-foot-deep natural whirlpool, formed where the river makes a sharp turn and the rapids churn back on themselves. At the Cave of the Winds, an elevator drops you into the gorge and onto walkways at the foot of the falls, close enough to feel the spray. In summer the tour finishes with the Maid of the Mist, the storied boat sailing since 1846 that carries you right into the misty basin below the falls. In the cooler season, when the boat is closed, it swaps in Old Fort Niagara State Park, a historic fort at the mouth of the Niagara River with sweeping views over Lake Ontario. Note: the Maid of the Mist usually closes in winter and is not visited during that period; the winter itinerary visits Old Fort Niagara State Park instead.

    From there it’s a comfortable drive back to New York, wrapping up the trip with the sights and sounds of Niagara still fresh in mind.

What's included

  • ✓Ride in comfortable, professionally maintained vehicles, chosen based on the number of guests.
  • ✓Gratuities for drivers and tour guides are covered.
  • ✓One-night hotel stay for a comfortable rest after a day of exploration.
  • ✓Niagara Falls Night Tour(Options selected except "Tour Only" option)Niagara Falls Classic Tour,Watkins Glen,Finger Lake,and Corning Museum of Glass Ticket(If “Tour w/All Inclusive”option selected)
  • ✓Travel with expert drivers and guides for a smooth, insightful journey.
  • ✓Fuel surcharge
  • ✓Select pick-up and drop off locations available in New York City and New Jersey

Not included

  • ✕Meals, Food and Drinks
  • ✕Niagara Falls Night Tour(Mandatory and must be pay on the tour, if "Tour Only"option selected)
  • ✕Niagara Falls Classic Tour, Watkins Glen, Finger Lake, and Corning Museum of Glass Ticket(If "Tour Only" or "Tour w/Falls Illumination" option selected)
  • ✕Personal expenses and items not listed under "cost includes" are at your discretion.

Good to know

Starts: 08:50 Departure Parsippany, NJ (Top Quality Food Market)；828 Us-46, Parsippany, NJ 07054 ； 08:20 Departure Jersey City (Exit of Newport Plaza Parking to 18th st, by ACME Markets)；125 Eighteenth St, Jersey City, NJ 07310； 08:00 Departure Chinatown, Manhattan； Please note: no parking or bathrooms available at starting point. 07:20AM Departure Union square (Capital One Bank). Please note: no parking or bathrooms available at starting point. 07:10AM Departure Andrews NYC Diner； Please note: no parking or bathrooms available at starting point. 07:00AM Departure 8th Ave, Brooklyn （TD Bank）. Note: Only pickup service provided. Drop off location will be at Downtown Manhattan; Please note: no parking or bathrooms available at starting point. 07:00AM Departure Flushing, NY (Asian Jewel Seafood Restaurant). Please note: no parking or bathrooms available at starting point. 07:00AM Departure Manhattan: Times Square LOFT Entrance;1459 Broadway, New York, NY 10036; Please note: no parking or bathrooms available at starting point.

Ends: Flushing, NY (Asian Jewel Seafood Restaurant) Returning location is departure location (except pickup only location) Returning time depends on actual itinerary, weather and traffic of the day. Please ask the guide on the last day of the tour. Manhattan: Times Square LOFT Entrance;1459 Broadway, New York, NY 10036; Returning location is departure location (except pickup only location) Returning time depends on actual itinerary, weather and traffic of the day. Please ask the guide on the last day of the tour. Andrews NYC Diner Returning location is departure location (except pickup only location) Returning time depends on actual itinerary, weather and traffic of the day. Please ask the guide on the last day of the tour. Union square (Capital One Bank) Returning location is departure location (except pickup only location) Returning time depends on actual itinerary, weather and traffic of the day. Please ask the guide on the last day of the tour. Downtown Manhattan Returning location is departure location (except pickup only location) Returning time depends on actual itinerary, weather and traffic of the day. Please ask the guide on the last day of the tour. Jersey City ( (Exit of Newport Plaza Parking to 18th st, by ACME Markets) Returning location is departure location (except pickup only location) Returning time depends on actual itinerary, weather and traffic of the day. Please ask the guide on the last day of the tour. Parsippany, NJ（Top Quality Food Market） Returning location is departure location (except pickup only location) Returning time depends on actual itinerary, weather and traffic of the day. Please ask the guide on the last day of the tour.

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

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pregnant travelers may join if they are under 24 weeks pregnant by the end of the trip.
  • Please double-check your booking details (name and contact info), as any errors may result in additional personal costs.
  • Hotel rooms are designed for 1-4 guests, offering: Two Full/Double beds OR one King/Queen bed (based on availability) .
  • You must contact the tour operator at least 3 days prior to the departure date to provide the pick-up location. If no information is received by the deadline, the default pick-up location and time will be automatically assigned: 7:00 AM at 1459 Broadway, New York, NY 10036
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  • For groups over 4 people or those needing multiple room types, separate bookings are required. Please send all confirmation numbers after booking.
  • Tickets and Admission Policy: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are not accepted for participation in the tour. All admission tickets must be purchased either during booking or directly from your tour guide on the day of the tour.
  • For a comfortable and enjoyable experience, we recommend bringing comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and drinks for hydration.
  • Children under 6 may require a booster seat by law. Most tours operate with coach buses where booster seats are not required. However, for certain winter departures that may use vehicles such as minivans or vans, booster seats may be needed. Please contact the tour operator in advance if needed. Rental service is also available upon request.
  • For safety and communication purposes during the trip, a valid and reachable phone number is required for participants.
  • U.S. Niagara Falls Boat Tour October 3 – November 2: Operates daily Last operating day: Sunday, November 2
  • Please check the operating schedule carefully when planning your visit. If you have purchased boat tickets for dates when the service is not available, kindly contact your tour operator for a refund.
  • Watkins Glen State Park, Maid of the Mist or Old Fort Niagara State Park are seasonal attractions, only visit in the season.

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