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15 Best Ontario Tours In Canada

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The 15 most popular ontario tours, with what each one actually includes, who runs it, and what you will pay.

15 Best Ontario Tours In Canada

3-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque with views of Boldt Castle

3-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque with views of Boldt Castle - Setting Off From Gananoque: Where the Cruise Begins

1.3-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque with views of Boldt Castle

Most Popular★ 4.0

A 3-hour Gananoque cruise through the Thousand Islands, with audio commentary and big sights like Boldt Castle and the 1000 Islands Tower.

“Beautiful scenery, awesome information about islands and stories behind some, very friendly crew. The boat being smaller could sail much closer to the land, taking more narrow channels between the island, sailing so close to the Bolt Castle was a real treat. Enjoyed every minute of it!!!!”

388 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $42.36by City Cruises Gananoque

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Boldt Castle and Thousand Islands Helicopter Tour

Boldt Castle and Thousand Islands Helicopter Tour - The Air Route: Thrill Without the Whole-Day Commitment

5-Hour 1000 Islands Boldt Castle Stopover Cruise from Gananoque

5-Hour 1000 Islands Boldt Castle Stopover Cruise from Gananoque - Thousand Islands Bridge to St. Lawrence Seaway: The Views That Set the Tone

3.5-Hour 1000 Islands Boldt Castle Stopover Cruise from Gananoque

★ 4.0

5-hour 1000 Islands cruise from Gananoque with narrated sights, a 2-hour Boldt Castle stop on Heart Island, and admission included.

“Nice way to see the islands and learn a bit of history/facts about the Thousand islands. Snack bar is a nice touch. A little coaching to the registration desk that does the check in to be friendlier. It might be just a work for you, but occasional smile and good manners can go the long…”

236 reviewsFrom $65.15by City Cruises Gananoque

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Wine Tasting and Pairing Afternoon Tour

Wine Tasting and Pairing Afternoon Tour - Key highlights to know before you go

4.Wine Tasting and Pairing Afternoon Tour

★ 5.0

Niagara-on-the-Lake wine and pairing tour with free tastings, snacks, and expert hosts, plus pickup and a small-group feel.

“I rate this tour 5 stars. If you are visiting the Niagara Falls area or NOTL this is a must do. I will start off by giving credit to the tour guide Peter as he was professional, fun and organized. He even rode us around a bit and informed us about the area. We visited…”

126 reviews5 hours (approx.)by Niagara Wine Tour Guides

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Thousand Islands Helicopter Tour

Thousand Islands Helicopter Tour - Start at the 1000 Islands Heliport: More Than a Parking Lot

5.Thousand Islands Helicopter Tour

★ 5.0

Fly 10 minutes over the Thousand Islands from Gananoque. Learn what you’re seeing with headsets, in a 3-seat helicopter.

“It was a great experience for my daughter and I. The pilot was so friendly and explained all the islands to us. I highly recommend it 😁”

100 reviews10 minutes (approx.)From $99.21by 1000 Islands Helicopter Tours

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1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Ivy Lea with views of Boldt Castle

1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Ivy Lea with views of Boldt Castle - Where the cruise starts: Ivy Lea to Gananoque waters

6.1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Ivy Lea with views of Boldt Castle

★ 4.5

1-hour cruise from Ivy Lea through the Thousand Islands with views of Boldt Castle. Affordable, scenic St. Lawrence sailing with multilingual narration.

“Very nice family experience. Friendly staff and the explanations are in French and english. Thanks for and explanations are in French and thank you for the welcome and kindness.”

99 reviews1 hour (approx.)From $31.36by City Cruises Gananoque

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Discover Maple Sugar Bush Tour

Discover Maple Sugar Bush Tour - Wagon ride into the forest: what you’ll see in the sugar bush

7.Discover Maple Sugar Bush Tour

★ 5.0

A behind-the-scenes maple farm tour in St. Catharines with a wagon ride through the off-season sugar bush and sweet tasting treats included.

“We enjoyed learning the process of maple syrup. And especially the tasting. Would highly recommend. Our guide was a delight.”

87 reviews1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)From $21.22by White Meadows Farms

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6 Hour Algonquin Park Canoe Trip

6 Hour Algonquin Park Canoe Trip - Meet at Canoe Lake Access Point, then paddle past the totem memorial

8.6 Hour Algonquin Park Canoe Trip

★ 5.0

Guided 6-hour Algonquin canoe trip with wildlife spotting, a scenic lookout hike, picnic lunch, swimming, and optional cliff jumps.

“This was a fantastic day out seeing the beautiful lakes and Algonquin park. Enzo the guide was very friendly and informative. I would highly recommend this experience.”

86 reviewsFrom $107.49by Algonquin Adventure Tours

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1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque

1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque - Stops that help you actually learn the Thousand Islands

9.1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque

★ 4.5

A 1-hour St. Lawrence cruise from Gananoque with video, audio and sonar commentary, plus views of McDonald and Howe Islands for $31.36.

“Was amazing I just enjoyed and loved ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ and beautiful place ❤️ 5 star 🌟 for greatful and joyful”

81 reviews1 hour (approx.)From $31.36by City Cruises Gananoque

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1000 Islands 90-minute Sightseeing Cruise

1000 Islands 90-minute Sightseeing Cruise - Bilingual Captain Commentary and the Story Behind the Views

10.1000 Islands 90-minute Sightseeing Cruise

★ 4.0

Brockville 90-minute 1000 Islands cruise with bilingual narration, Millionaire’s Row mansions, Seaway ship sights, and onboard snacks.

“Great information was provided while touring, The variety of islands and their story plus all the birds around.”

80 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)by 1000 Islands & Seaway Cruises

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Madawaska River Family Rafting

Madawaska River Family Rafting - From lodge to river: the short shuttle that keeps things simple

11.Madawaska River Family Rafting

★ 5.0

Family-friendly white-water rafting on Ontario’s Madawaska River with small 12-person rafts, beginner rapids, gear included, and splashy fun.

“Our family of 4 decided to include a white water raft trip into our mini Canadian vacation. Beautiful weather, exciting rapids and wonderful staff”

60 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $66.09by Madawaska Kanu Centre

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Thousand Islands Two Castle Helicopter Tour

Thousand Islands Two Castle Helicopter Tour - Getting to 1000 Islands Helicopter Tours in Gananoque

12.Thousand Islands Two Castle Helicopter Tour

★ 5.0

Fly a narrated helicopter route over Ontario and the U.S. Thousand Islands, spotting Boldt and Singer Castles, the bridge, and more in about 30 minutes.

“fantastic experience, must try in your life, feld likes god to see all view sights, guess the beginning of October will be the best season to enjoy colorful islands”

52 reviews30 minutes (approx.)From $251.51by 1000 Islands Helicopter Tours

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Haute Goat Shmurgle in Ontario

Haute Goat Shmurgle in Ontario - Price and value for a 1-hour experience

13.Haute Goat Shmurgle in Ontario

★ 5.0

Meet a herd of goats on Ontario’s Haute Goat farm. Walk the fields, feed, cuddle, then enjoy trails—mobile ticket for about 1 hour.

“It is just such a wonderful experience! Goats make you smile! Even though it was very hot (very x 15), the goats were happy to go on the Schmurgle, the goats were happy to be Schmurgled, and we enjoyed every minute of Schmurgling! Read more”

43 reviewsFrom $43.74by Haute Goat

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Rouge River Classic Whitewater Rafting Package

Rouge River Classic Whitewater Rafting Package - New World Rafting Center Prep: Gear, Briefing, and Real Practice

14.Rouge River Classic Whitewater Rafting Package

★ 4.5

Rouge River rafting near Montreal with a safety briefing, guided Seven Sisters rapids, and lunch plus salmon or steak dinner for $79.56.

“Very nice day, rafting on la Rivière Rouge. Our guide was a super chill guy, tailoring the experience to our group's ability. The photographs took some impressive action shots, so that we can now relive the memories. I would highly recommend to any thrill seeker out there!”

42 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $79.56by Gilles Talbot

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Maple Syrup Tour on the Sugar Bush Trek

Maple Syrup Tour on the Sugar Bush Trek - Re-imagined Native and Pioneer camps: history you can walk through

15.Maple Syrup Tour on the Sugar Bush Trek

★ 5.0

Guided maple syrup sugar bush trek at White Meadows Farms with history lessons, taffy-on-snow, pioneer wood-cutting, and a take-home syrup gift.

“Wonderful experience, around every corner is a new learning experience. Very informative and very refreshing nature tour.”

36 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $21.20by White Meadows Farms

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