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2-Day USA Secret Caverns/Watkins Glen + Niagara Falls Tour 【Product Code: 8466】

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Highlights

1. Travel with a thoroughly disinfected sightseeing coach and our professional well-trained tour escort.

2. Visit Niagara Falls within the shortest time.

3. Experience the Watkins Glen in Finger Lake Area.

4. Enjoy the night view of Niagara Falls.

5. An in-depth tour of Niagara River: Whirlpool Park, Old Fort Niagara, and Great Lake Ontario.

 
Important Notice
Departure date
01/01/2025-05/19/2025: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
05/20/2025-06/30/2025: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
07/01/2025-09/30/2025: Daily departure
10/01/2025-10/09/2025: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
10/10/2025-05/18/2026: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
05/19/2026-06/30/2026: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
07/01/2026-09/30/2026: Daily departure
10/01/2026-10/08/2026: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
10/09/2026-12/31/2026: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Minimum of 2 people to be operated.
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  • Day01
  • New York - Corning - Niagara Falls Hotel:Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls NY - Riverside by IHG OR Buffalo Marriott Niagara OR Aloft Buffalo Airport OR The Garden Place Hotel OR similar

Day 1: New York - Corning - Niagara Falls

Introduction:

Corning Museum of Glass

Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls, one of the most iconic natural wonders in the world, straddles the border between the United States and Canada, offering breathtaking views and a powerful display of nature’s force. Comprising three major waterfalls—Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls—it plunges over 160 feet, creating a thunderous roar and mist that can be seen from miles away. Visitors can take boat tours, like the famous Maid of the Mist, to get up close to the falls, feeling the spray and witnessing the immense power up close. The surrounding area features lush parks, hiking trails, and observation decks, offering panoramic views of the falls year-round. At night, the falls are illuminated in a vibrant display of colors, adding to the magical atmosphere. Niagara Falls is a must-see destination, drawing millions each year for its awe-inspiring beauty and thrilling experiences.

Tour Overview:

Today we will be heading to the Corning Glass Museum! The museum is located in western New York and is dedicated to history, art, and the science behind glassmaking. Following, we will be visiting Niagara Falls and overlooking the American Fall, the Horseshoe Fall, and the Bridal Veil Fall! Here, you will be simply amazed by the beauty of the falls and what makes Niagara Falls worth the visit. 

Itinerary:

New York → Corning Museum of Glass (Optional, 90 mins) → Watkins Glen State Park + Finger Lake (Optional, 90 mins, This optional activity is only available when Watkins Glen State Park is open.) → Niagara Falls Night View In-depth Tour (Mandatory, 90mins)

Notes:
1. Watkins Glen State Park + Finger Lakes is a seasonal summer itinerary. We will visit after the state park officially opens (generally from May to October each year). Please refer to the park’s official website for the exact opening date. Once the park is closed, Watkins Glen State Park + Finger Lakes will no longer be available.
2. In order to ensure a better experience for guests, it is guaranteed that guests can watch the fireworks show at the waterfall on that day (except that there is no fireworks show on that day).

Hotel:

Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls NY - Riverside by IHG OR Buffalo Marriott Niagara OR Aloft Buffalo Airport OR The Garden Place Hotel OR similar
  • Day02
  • Niagara Falls - New York

Day 2: Niagara Falls - New York

Introduction:

Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls, one of the most iconic natural wonders in the world, straddles the border between the United States and Canada, offering breathtaking views and a powerful display of nature’s force. Comprising three major waterfalls—Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls—it plunges over 160 feet, creating a thunderous roar and mist that can be seen from miles away. Visitors can take boat tours, like the famous Maid of the Mist, to get up close to the falls, feeling the spray and witnessing the immense power up close. The surrounding area features lush parks, hiking trails, and observation decks, offering panoramic views of the falls year-round. At night, the falls are illuminated in a vibrant display of colors, adding to the magical atmosphere. Niagara Falls is a must-see destination, drawing millions each year for its awe-inspiring beauty and thrilling experiences.

Tour Overview:

Niagara Falls is a group of three waterfalls at the southern end of Niagara Gorge, spanning the border between the province of Ontario in Canada and the state of New York in the United States. Formed by the Niagara River, draining from Lake Erie into Lake Ontario before going out to the Atlantic by the Gulf of Saint Lawrence, the combined falls have the highest flow rate of any waterfall in North America has a vertical drop of more than 50 m (160 ft). 

Summer Itinerary: (Applied when Maid of the Mist opens)
Niagara Falls Classic Tour (Optional, 2.5 hours, including Whirlpool Park + Cave of the Winds + Maid of the Mist) → New York

Winter Itinerary: (Applied when Maid of the Mist closes)
Niagara Falls Classic Tour (Optional, 2.5 hours, including Whirlpool Park + Cave of the Winds + Old Fort Niagara State Park) → New York

Notes:

Maid of the Mist Niagara Falls Boat usually is closed in the winter season, will not be visited based on attraction closure.

Transfer:

Addr
Parsippany, NJ (Top Quality Food Market),828 Us-46, Parsippany, NJ 07054 19:25
Jersey City (Exit of Newport Plaza Parking to 18th st, by ACME Markets),125 Eighteenth St, Jersey City, NJ 07310 20:10
Chinatown, Manhattan,75 Chrystie St, New York, NY 10002 20:35
Flushing, NY (Asian Jewel Seafood Restaurant),133-30 39th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354 21:05
Union square (Capital One Bank),853 Broadway, New York, NY 10003 21:30
Andrews NYC Diner,463 7th Ave, New York, NY 10018 21:35
Manhattan: Times Square LOFT Entrance,1459 Broadway, New York, NY 10036 21:45

Pricing

Inclusion

1. Transportation (The type of vehicle used will base on the number of guests on the day.).

2. Hotel (Nights is less a day of tour days).

3. Bilingual tour guide or driver-guide.

Exclusion

1. Food and beverage (Tour guide will arrange. About breakfast: usually guests can prepare in advance or have breakfast at the first attraction/the nearest store from the hotel).

2. Air ticket, ferry, and shuttle transfer in some attraction area/national parks.

3. Attraction admission fee (Prices are subject to change without prior notice; Tickets should be purchased from the tour guide).

4. Service fee (minimum US$15/person/day, any child and Infant reserving a seat have to pay the service fees as well).

5. Personal room fees: such as laundry or valet services, telephone calls, or alcoholic beverages/mini bar items, unless they are otherwise specified.

6. Any personal expenses that are not listed in Fee Included.

 

Fuel Surcharge: USD 5/person/day for US tours; CAD 5/person/day for Canada tours. Payable to the guide on tour (not applicable on free days or airport transfer-only days).

Optional Tours/Activities

ItemsPricesRemark
The Corning Museum of GlassAdult: $25.00
Senior (62+): $22.00
Children (Under 17): $0.00
Watkins Glen State Park + Finger LakeAdult: $22.00
Senior (65+): $22.00
Child (3-12): $17.00
Niagara Falls Classic TourAdult: $75.00
Senior(65+): $75.00
Child(3-12): $65.00

Including: Whirlpool Park + Cave of the Winds + Maid of the Mist / Old Fort Niagara State Park

Mandatory Fee: Niagara Falls Night TourAdult: $45.00
Senior (65+): $45.00
Child (3-12): $35.00
Buffet/Group Meal in East CoastAdult: $16.00 - $35.00
Seniors (65+): $16.00 - $35.00
Child(Under 12): $11.00 - $25.00

The meal fee is per person per meal. The actual price and whether this fee will be incurred depend on different regions. Please refer to the arrangement on the tour guide.

NF2 Seat SurchargeEveryone: $15/person/day

Limited to the first five rows of the bus with a total of 18 seats.

Meeting Points

Meeting Points

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07:00
[Pick up only] 8th Ave

Brooklyn (TD Bank),6102 8th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11220

Note: Only pick-up service provided, we will drop off customers at Chinatown.
07:00
Flushing

NY (Asian Jewel Seafood Restaurant),133-30 39th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354

07:00
Manhattan: Times Square LOFT Entrance

1459 Broadway, New York, NY 10036

07:10
Andrews NYC Diner

463 7th Ave, New York, NY 10018

07:20
Union square (Capital One Bank)

853 Broadway, New York, NY 10003

08:00
Chinatown

Manhattan,75 Chrystie St, New York, NY 10002

08:20
Jersey City (Exit of Newport Plaza Parking to 18th st

by ACME Markets),125 Eighteenth St, Jersey City, NJ 07310

08:50
Parsippany

NJ (Top Quality Food Market),828 Us-46, Parsippany, NJ 07054

Departure information

Returning location is departure location(Except pickup only location);

Returning time depends on actual itinerary, weather and traffic of the day. Pleases ask the the guide on the last day of the tour.
Special Notes
Tips

1. Customer under 18 years old MUST be accompanied by at least one adult.

2. The itinerary will be subject to traffic and weather.

3. In case of attraction closures (due to holidays or construction, etc.), the tour guide may make some necessary changes to the itinerary accordingly.

4. This tour does not accept any City Pass or your own tickets for the attraction. Passengers who take this tour need to purchase admission tickets from tour escort on the departure date. Otherwise, we will stop providing services on the day. 

5. We make every effort to provide on-time service, it does not guarantee to arrive at or depart from any point as a specific time, which may be affected by any number of factor including weather, traffic, strikes, government shutdowns, war or terrorist attacks, or mechanical problem. 

6. Please reach the departure point on time and follow the arrangement of a tour escort.

7. Before doing an individual activity or leaving the group, please get the agreement of the tour guide. 

8. Customers are held solely responsible for their own travel documents and/or visas if required.

9. Non-complimentary-airport-pickup time, we provide paid airport pick-up service, detailed information refers to Day 1. 

10. There IS a penalty for any 3rd or 4th passengers who joins the tour for free of charge but becomes no show on the departure date.  The current amount of such penalty is set as 85% of the published retail price of the 1st or 2nd passenger.

11. Hotel arrangements will be changed depending on the season. You can confirm your hotel information while you are on tour with your tour guide.

 

Terms and Conditions:

There is always a non-refundable additional 6% transcation fees once your booking is confirmed. E.g. Free cancellation will still need to be charged a 6% cancellation fee.

1. If the weather condition, war, general strikes, and other unforeseen circumstances interrupt the journey, our company reserves the right to rearrange the journey without refunding the tour fee. 

2. Cancellation & Re-schedule Policy:

    a.  More than 17 days prior to departure date (EST): Free cancellation with full refund. Please reconfirm the penalty for the added hotel or flight ticket.

    b.  Less than 16 days but 10 days prior to departure date (EST): 50% of total purchase amount can be refunded.

    c.  Less than 9 days prior to departure date (EST) or on departure day (EST): 100% penalty. No refund. 

    d.  Additional hotel bookings before or after the tour as well as other services are subject to hotel cancellation policy to determine if a refund is possible.

    e.  If the guest quit during the trip or fails to participate in any itinerary due to personal reasons (no travel documents, late arrival, illness, accident, etc.), the paid tour fare will not be refunded, and no other services will be compensated.

 

Reviews
Satisfaction:

98%

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Tour good

Total 32 travellers participated in the review. Share your feelings of the trip and evaluation of the attractions, and you will get 50 points award. Points Award
  2025-10-20 08:22

Really good experience!
This tour was a great experience! We had a great tour guide - Dave who was very knowledgeable and friendly! The tour group had many laughs with him while exploring the US side of the falls. Highly recommended!

W*****m
  2025-10-14 20:50

This tour is the definition of balanced queen energy!
From the artistic excellence at Corning to Niagara's breathtaking might, every experience served its own unique slay. The whirlpool views were dizzyingly gorgeous, and exploring the caves felt like a real adventure. Perfect pacing between cultural gems and natural drama - my reset button officially got pressed!

D***a
  2025-10-13 11:28

This 2-day getaway was pure magic!
From the glass-blowing slayage at Corning to the absolute main character energy of Niagara Falls at night - every moment was iconic. The state park hike felt like discovering a secret paradise, and those waterfall fireworks? Literal chef's kiss. Perfect mix of artistic vibes and natural wonders!

R*****d
  2025-10-13 03:48

My soul just completed its glow-up!
Watkins Glen's canyon walks had us feeling like fantasy novel protagonists, while the Maid of the Mist boat ride was the ultimate power move. The glass museum's live demonstrations were oddly therapeutic, and seeing Niagara's raw power up close? Core memory unlocked. Already planning my return trip!

A****a
  2025-09-01 12:52

Great family weekend trip
Thanks to our guide Quentin, for the excellent organization of the trip. We did not regret for a minute that we went, it was very interesting and beautiful. Perfectly organized meals: dinner and lunch

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hello sir/madam kindly advise if our stay in on USA side or Canada side.. thanks

2023-09-17 06:01
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This tour is on the USA side of the falls.

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I want to make a reservation for my parents, can they get the front seat because they are prone to motion sickness, thank you.

2024-01-11 16:46
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It costs $10.00/person/day for the front seat.

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I need to know what time we will be back in NY, for a 2 days tour to niagara falls. Thanks

2024-08-17 15:40
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Thank you for your inquiry.

The drop-off time is approximately 8-9 PM. Returning time depends on the actual itinerary, weather, and traffic of the day. Please ask the guide on the last day of the tour.

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I need to know what time we will be back in NY, for a 2 days tour to niagara falls. Thanks

2024-08-17 15:42
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Dear Armando,

 

Thank you for your inquiry.

The drop-off time is approximately 8-9 PM. Returning time depends on the actual itinerary, weather, and traffic of the day. Please ask the guide on the last day of the tour.