Again one of those must do's while here in Niagara falls. Is…read moreit crowded? Yes but the lines move fast as there are plenty of boats. The provide a poncho (way better than the cave of the winds poncho, if you are doing both, save this one), the poncho of course is to protect you from the water, because that is what poncho's do. You have two choices here. 1) You can stay on the bottom deck of the boat, and I hear you can remain fairly dry, but I cannot attest to that as, you are at Niagara Falls, you should be on the top deck, getting wet! 2) The Top deck, the Upper decker, they have some seating up here, and great views. The boat navigates so that all sides of the boat get equal views of the falls and get to experience the massive mist generated, no it's not raining on you it's the falls. So, don't be one of those pushing into people/groups to get your shot, be patient you will get your turn. Yes there will be people taking selfies for the entire duration or groupies (not sure what its called if its more than 1), Yes they will claim part of the deck for the entire trip, this is easy resolved with a gentle nudge as they enjoy a small quick journey overboard and get the VIP experience. Wait no, don't actually do that, just ask people to move and/or take a picture of you with the falls in the background. Everyone was friendly!

This is a must do experience if visiting the Niagara Falls state park. How else can you get so…read moreclose to the majestic waterfalls? I mean there's also Cave of the Winds but that's a more intense experience. I decided to visit during late afternoon so there wasn't much of a crowd. They load the ships every 20 minutes or so as each trip takes about 20 minutes. Definitely wear waterproof clothing or clothing that easily dries if you can because from the knees down, it will get soaked and maybe the sleeves too. I put my phone into a waterproof bag to capture the ride and a good thing I did because otherwise it would've gotten drenched. Tickets can be pre-purchased online or day of. Check the hours before visiting as they change depending on the season. An elevator took me down to the bottom where I got my poncho and lined up to board the ship. Apparently these ponchos are thicker than the ones at Cave of the Winds (so the rumors say). I made sure to pull the hood on tight and secured it with the plastic strings and it definitely held up against the waterfall winds! I got a blue one when I visited but noticed the next day, they were handing out red ones (twinsies with the Canadian Hornblower). Top deck is the spot to be to get the best experience. The ship brings us by one of the falls that has a light mist blowing towards us with a gentle wind. Then as we got closer to Horseshoe Falls, boy could I feel the wind and mist blowing my poncho around. My sleeves, pants and shoes were drenched and the water was blowing so fast at me that I could barely see! It was actually so much fun to experience! How else can I get this close to the falls? Wearing sunglasses also helped to keep some of the water out of my eyes. The ship stayed there for quite a while before making a U turn to head back to land. It really felt like I was in the middle of a torrential downpour. Afterwards, take another elevator up to the observation deck to get another great view of the Niagara Falls. Honestly this was so much fun, I definitely want to try the Canadian version too next time! And maybe Cave of the Winds (on Goat Island).

If you're going to Niagara Falls, Canada , don't miss the fabulous Best of Niagara Falls Tour with…read moreSee Sight Tours! The 4-hour tour covers everything you came to see, and the small group size (only 7 passengers in a cozy van) makes it personal and comfortable. Our tour guide, Cheryl, made the trip unforgettable. She was knowledgeable, experienced, and kept everything fun from start to finish. Her excellent customer service and clear communication stood out, and she ensured timely hotel or Airbnb pick-up and drop-off. Highly recommended--make your reservation now, you won't regret it! Thank you, Cheryl, for an amazing time!

The Mr. and I only had one full day in Niagara Falls so this comprehensive tour worked well for us…read more On the tour we were able to see the falls every which way possible. Above (Skylon Tower), behind (Journey of the Falls), and in it (Niagara City Cruises). Yes, we could have done each of these activities on our own but we enjoyed the commentary and insight Huzaifa was able to provide along the way.

Journey Behind the Falls is an experience offered by Niagara Parks on the Canadian Side where you…read moredescend 125 feet through bedrock and explore century old tunnels directly behind the horseshoe falls. We purchased the wonder park pass that gave us access to various Niagara Park experiences including Journey Behind the Falls for a two day window. You are given a yellow poncho to wear and then you descend down some stairs where you can view an history exhibit of a journey through time, from the formation of the Falls to the first Indigenous inhabitants and the rise of Niagara Falls as a global tourism destination. After the history exhibit, you descend 125 feet and explore 130-year-old tunnels through the bedrock, where you can feel the thunderous vibration of the Horseshoe Falls long before you see them. The cave-like portals that open behind the falling water, allow you to see, hear and feel the power of the falls up-close from a unique viewpoint. Then make your way to the lower observation deck at the foot of this 13-storey-tall wonder where you stand just feet away from the mighty Niagara Falls, surrounded by the ancient rock formations carved by centuries of flow. This was such an incredible experience to view Horseshoe falls from the perspective of both behind the bedrock and below the falls. Captures some amazing memories and photos of the experience.

The view from the deck is unmatched! If you are deciding between this or a boat tour:…read more I would consider: the boat tour will be a full experience, poncho needed! Just a boat trip full of giggles and mist. Journey behind the falls, long lines for a portal hole that I'm still slightly confused about But a one of a kind view from the falls while staying dry, poncho not needed. Journey behind the falls is located in a nice building with lots of fun lunch options for the whole family so a nice slow down or hang out if that's what you need!

This was a great experience from start to finish. Everything was well organized, the staff was…read morefriendly, and the views were absolutely incredible. Being that close to the falls really makes you appreciate how powerful and beautiful they are. If you're visiting Niagara Falls, this is definitely an experience worth doing. I'm glad I did it and would recommend it to anyone looking for a fun and memorable way to see the falls.

This excursion was a surprise I got for my guys when they went to Niagara Falls. I didn't even tell…read morethem about it until the night before, while they were at the hotel. I will admit I have never been out of the country, and Yelping was a little rougher for me when it came to restaurants. I just didn't know distances from the hotel to where I was looking for things to do. So, I left food to them. I had fun finding activities for them, and this boat ride ended up being another success on my scoreboard. You do have to schedule a time, but they ended up not checking the time, they just scanned the tickets I forwarded to my husband's email. Easy enough. So, FYI, the Canadian boat typically has more people on the cruise than the U.S. side. It was packed! Not sure how I would have like that, but those things don't bother them like they do me. They will get you very close to the falls, and you will get pretty wet, but they do give you a poncho before you leave on the cruise. The cruise was about 20 minutes for $42 Canadian dollars. It was definitely something they would do again. It was really easy for me to book. 9/24/25

The owner of the business is also the tour guide, and he is one of the funniest tour guides that we…read morehave encountered in the multiple cities that we have been where we do take bus tours. He was very knowledgeable and interacted, not only with those of us on the bus, but with the people out of the street. We took the murder mystery tour And had an absolute blast. I also have to say that we were supposed to be taking the afternoon tour and the owner operator was very nice to accommodate us to skip and let us come on an earlier tour because we arrived three hours ahead of our actual tour. He was also very accommodating with my mobility scooter in that we were able to get it on the bus and out of everyone's way and I did not have to collapse it. Anytime you're in the Buffalo area. I highly recommend this company.

I grew up in Buffalo, but this tour told me things I never knew. Tour guide has a great personality…read more& will keep you entertained. First was a naval ship tour. Did not really learn much about the sips themselves, but it was fun. Highly recommend for those both new to Buffalo & those re-visiting. Well done!

Meh. Not great, not atrocious. Had higher hopes. Went in asking for recommendations from our guide,…read moreand she was not the most helpful. Speakers quiet and guide also quiet on the recommendations. She did not remind us of time limits and let us roam for too long. The speaker kept cutting in and out. I tried getting closer but that didn't even work!!!!! I don't not recommended this but I also don't think we got the best service. It was fun but it is what you make it so bring fun ass friends. i had fun!!! i would do it again!!

It is a lot of work, no motors to help for inclines The driver even had to get out of the…read moredrivers seat and push to get us started (and up hills - great guy).

We had an amazing time in NYC , as you know we had a group of 46 People and every single person had…read morea great time. Bus - Was Super Nice and Super Clean Driver - Hugh was the Best , from his knowledge of the city , from his hospitality and willingness to lend a hand ( Loading and Unloading ) I sat in the front seat and really enjoyed our conversation Hotel- Was Great super close to the city ( I accidentally misinformed everyone telling them breakfast was included because I looked on their website and it said Breakfast was included ) I took full responsibility for that, I didn't realize it didn't include group reservations. My Fault :) Drop-Off / Pick-Up - Only suggestion would be to have the DO/PO @ The Empire State Building - Seems to less congestion . It was Super Busy @ 1 Penn Plaza Driver - He was too good not to mention twice , just a super nice driver that seemed to really enjoy his job and spoke very highly of your company. It's always nice to be around someone like that Thank You Both for Working with our Group , We look forward to traveling with you again

Recently took the New York shopping trip. My first time on a motor coach. A very convenient way to…read moretravel and we had a great driver, her name is Linda and she was very professional, kind and a great personality. Linda was really nice to contact the couple of people who were not at the location to be picked up at the appropriate time. That was very nice of her. Would travel with this company again . Sharon czajka Elaine ursin

We had a group of 6 do the Allentown Mob tour. Our wonderful docent was Kathy…read more The tour started outside of Cafe 59 and it was easy to spot Kathy and she was very friendly. It's a 2 hour walking tour, and you'll stop at various buildings to learn about the who, what, when's of what went down there. For example, you will stop at a building and hear about how organized crime controlled laborers local 210. You will see where certain made men were gunned down. Explore Buffalo is a nonprofit run by volunteers; be kind and leave a tip if you enjoyed your tour! I look forward to going on another tour with Explore Buffalo and learning more about our great city!

Experienced the walking tour of Allentown Historical homes. Judy was our Docent. We learned so much…read moreabout Buffalo's rural to urban history. The different architectural trends, building materials, and political affiliations. I was especially impressed by the Five Sisters, French and Italian influences and Victorian style homes. We also walked through a park I'd never realized was a park. We even stopped at a Bed and Breakfast I had no idea about. Born and raised Buffalonian and I learned so much in this tour. So glad we did it. Highly recommend!

Niagara Falls State Park is America's oldest state park and provides adventure-packed and…read morefamily-friendly experiences with incredible views. Thrilling attractions and interactive exhibits, riverfront hiking trails, and delectable dining options. While I was here, I spent time exploring many of the trails throughout the park with gorgeous views of nature that was well maintained. The park has amazing views of the falls. I participated in the Cave of the Winds experience where I descended 175 feet into the Niagara Gorge and feel the water flowing off the Falls from the Hurricane Deck. I got a ticket to the Niagara Falls State Park Observation Tower where I saw the only panoramic view of all three cataracts that comprise Niagara Falls, including the American Falls. I ate at Top of the Falls Restaurant that offers American-fare lunch and dinners and a panoramic view of the Falls. You can access The Maid of the Mist boat tour in Niagara Falls, N.Y. From the park. I did not purchase tickets for this experience since I rode the boat on the Canada side. I spent almost the entire day here and could have spent even more time exploring the trails and the Schoellkopf Power Station ruins site if I didn't have a time restriction. Definitely a must see natural wonder.

It's an incredible location full of photogenic scenery and memorable views…read more I highly recommend visiting.

Excellent trip to Mackinac Island. Ginny was the best tour guide. Organized and genuinely cared…read moreabout guests, checking in with everyone to ensure they were having a good time. She did trivia games w/prizes on the bus and provided snacks/water. Trip details to each location/restaurant were perfect. Had a wonderful time and met some wonderful people. Gerry was a great bus driver. Will definitely go again with Covered Wagon Tours!

From the owner: With all of the logistical details to handle during a vacation, letting someone else take the wheel…read morecan be a welcome relief. Personalized and professional motorcoach tours can be a great way to sit back and enjoy your surroundings without the worries of navigating a new area. If you're struggling to plan every stop on your next vacation, allowing a professional company to arrange a motorcoach tour outing for your group will undoubtedly make your trip one to remember. Check out a few great reasons to plan one: * Reduce Stress: Rest and relaxation are hallmarks of any great vacation, but you can't expect to truly decompress and soak in the sights if you're concentrating on driving the entire trip. Motorcoach tours allow you to kick back and enjoy the scenery, landmarks, and events without any road anxiety. * Environmentally Friendly: Because of a more energy-efficient engine, a fully loaded tour bus is less impactful on the environment than a fully loaded car. The efficient and green engines also help to reduce emissions, meaning you can sight-see to your heart's content without carrying any carbon footprint guilt. * Time Efficient: Worrying about the best route to get to your destination or getting stymied by unexpected road construction and detours are problems of the past when you book motorcoach tours. Cover Wagon Tours are highly efficient, meaning there will be less wasted time on your tour and more time to enjoy your trip...