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Gananoque City Cruises

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Get ready to set sail and experience the wonder of the  Thousand Islands  aboard  City Cruises Gananoque  with ports in Gananoque and Ivy Lea. Visit the magnificent  Boldt Castle  on Heart Island, discover and learn about the 1000 islands region, its history, and stories of those who have called it home. Or enjoy a cruise at sunset with breathtaking views of majestic estates and small cottage islands.  With many cruise options to choose from, your visit to the Thousand Islands is sure to be an amazing experience! 1-Hour to Half-Day Cruises available including an officially curated 3-Hour Cruise with views of Boldt Castle, a  Canadian Signature Experience .

2023 Boat Cruise Options:

1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Ivy Lea

1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque

3-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque

5-Hour 1000 Islands Boldt Castle Stopover Cruise from Gananoque

1000 Islands Cruises — Gananoque

Looking for 1000 Islands cruises? Hop on with City Cruises Gananoque (formerly Gananoque Boat Line), Gananoque’s very first tour boat company. It operates five triple-decker, all-aluminum vessels with on board facilities such as restrooms, coffee shops, bars and refreshment areas. Each boat has its own open deck and two enclosed decks.

City Cruises Gananoque is located at 280 Main Street in the town of Gananoque, in southeastern Ontario. Gananoque is about a two-hour drive along the ON-401 E from Toronto, and 90 minutes from Ottawa.

To learn more information about tours, bookings, and general information about City Cruises Gananoque, we recommend that you visit their official website . For more information about what you can see around the area, keep scrolling to read Destination Ontario’s recommendations.

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Accessible entrances/exits, accessible parking, accessible restaurant, accessible seating, accessible washroom, assistive listening devices available, service animals welcome, support persons welcome, universal washroom, wheelchair accessible, wheelchair and/or mobility devices available, more about 1000 islands cruises — gananoque.

City Cruises Gananoque started out with a local mailman taking passengers along on his boat as he delivered mail to residents living on the 1000 Islands. In 1951, the boat line grew to include Linda 7, a wooden tour boat that could hold 55 passengers. A few years later it was joined by four more wooden, single-decker boats: Linda 4, Miss Rockport 2, the Island Wanderer, and Pickle. In the 1960s, Miss Gananoque 1 and Miss Gananoque 2 joined the roster.

It wasn’t until the 1970s that the City Cruises Gananoque started building its current vessels, starting with the Thousand Islander. It spanned almost 34 metres, had three decks, and could carry 380 people. When it set sail, it became the first, all-aluminum tourist vessel in North America.

Today, City Cruises Gananoque offers many tours to choose from. For visitors wanting a quick introduction of the 1000 Islands, there's the Landmarks of the 1000 Islands Cruise. The tour takes visitors around 1000 Islands’ most well-known landmarks including the Statue of St. Lawrence, the 1000 Islands International Bridge (the shortest international bridge in the world), Zavikon Island and Boldt Castle.

Visitors curious about the 1000 Islands’ history will want to get on the Original Heart of the 1000 Islands Cruise. It takes passengers for a one-hour jaunt around the Admiralty and Navy group of Islands, and provides a close look at several generations-old cottages and summer homes dotting the islands.

Visit ghost ships resting underwater with the two-and-a-half hours Lost Ships of the 1000 Islands Cruise. The tour visits seven 18th to 19th century shipwrecks while using video and audio commentary, as well as side-scan sonar images to bring their stories to life. Visitors can also catch a glimpse of the famous Boldt Castle, St. Lawrence Statue, 1000 Islands International Bridge, as well as the many lavish homes that stand on Millionaire’s Row.

Chase the sunset on the Sunset Cruise, a favourite among photographers and romantics alike. It takes visitors on a one-and-a-half hour cruise around the Admiralty Group of Islands, with intimate views of UNESCO and Parks Canada-classified islands, and details their unique ecosystems and aquatic wildlife––all while surrounded by the dazzling colours of the setting sun.

Visitors who appreciate a good love story will want to hop aboard the Boldt Castle Stopover Cruise. The tour goes around all of usual 1000 Island haunts, but also makes a 2 hour stopover at Boldt Castle, allowing passengers to explore the castle and its grounds. The Boldt Castle, located on Heart Island, was built by the proprietor of world-renowned Waldorf-Astoria Hotel, George C Boldt. Originally intended to be a grandiose symbol of love for his wife, it was hastily abandoned when his wife died in 1904.

Please note, all visitors to Heart Island (Boldt Castle) will be required to have a valid passport or a valid VISA and passport since Heart Island is an American Island.

The boats undergo constant inspections and certifications by Transport Canada, so you can be sure you’re boarding a boat with high safety standards every time.

Looking for more things to do after a tour with City Cruises Gananoque? Explore the town of Gananoque by taking a walk around the many sculptures at Sculpture Park , or splash around historic Joel Heritage Park and Beach. Try your luck with any of the 500 slot machines at the Shorelines Casino Thousand Islands , or catch a show at the historic  Thousand Island Playhouse .

Last updated:  April 15, 2024

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

• 3-Hour Cruise; a Canadian Signature Experience
• Views of the St. Lawrence Seaway, 1000 Islands International Bridge, Millionaires Row, Boldt Castle.
• Audio commentary in English and French
• Onboard food and beverages available for purchase
• Paid parking available on-site
• Restroom on board
• Parking Fees
• City Cruises Gananoque, 280 Main St, Gananoque, ON K7G 2M2, Canada A paid parking lot is available on-site. Parking passes are available for purchase at the lot or in the ticket office.
• Wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travelers can participate
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 225 travelers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
• Boldt Castle and the Boldt Yacht House
• 1000 Islands Tower
• Thousand Islands Bridge

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• You'll start at City Cruises Gananoque 280 Main St, Gananoque, ON K7G 2M2, Canada A paid parking lot is available on-site. Parking passes are available for purchase at the lot or in the ticket office. See address & details
• Pass by Thousand Islands Bridge Boldt Castle and the Boldt Yacht House 1000 Islands Tower Zavikon Island
• You'll return to the starting point

• Tufjzydidhrjdk 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Lovely expensive cruise Very nice cruise on the St Laurent river but a bit expensive. Free parking on the spot appreciated. Friendly staff on board. Read more Written April 19, 2024
• Allie514 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Nice way to see the 1000 Islands. Fantastic boat tour! Lots of history and great views of everything, including Boldt Castle. The boat had enough space to move around easily and the company caps the number of guests on each tour so you have opportunity to view the sites from different spots on the boat since it's not jam-packed. We all enjoyed the tour. Read more Written March 4, 2024
• 739annettk 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Unacceptable cancellation policy - be aware!!! Booked and fully prepaid a 1 hour cruise in October 2023 for our group of 18 back in May 2023. On the day of the cruise we had one person really sick and he couldn't participate. I did ask for a refund for the one ticket, but was told that the refund policy is 7 days. This is ridiculous! Prepaid month in advance and they cannot refund 1 ticket out of 18?! I loved working with the local tour operators in the past, but this company seems to get the small ones out of business and rule everything. Be aware! Don't pre-book!!! There was lots of space on the ship, even though it was a beautiful and sunny day. Read more Written October 31, 2023
• TERRAvelista 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Will be back We came once again here, as we cannot get enough of this great part of the world with it's small islands stretching between USA and Canada and yes, most surely we will come again in the future. Although we set our base in Belleville, we were travelling returning from our 3000 km trip between PEI and Toronto and I called in advance to ensure the cruise will not be busy for their afternoon 1h tour: - the person on the phone confirmed there were only a few people buying tickets due to being late September and asked to pay a fee higher than what we paid later on at the ticket office - we noticed nowadays the ticket office is housed in a different building, where they also have a souvenir shop but no toilets. The original building is now a shop and restaurant with live music - although I took pictures of the City cruises, we actually took the Thousand island boat which is laid on 2 levels: the first level with air conditioned inside and where the bar with drinks/snacks is and also toilets. The second level is not covered and a seagull travelled with us without paying any fee - Mr Bad!!!! - the tour is narrated and you learn lots of things about the life on the islands, how difficult is to get the produce and how most are un-inhabited in the cold season - there are still some people on the island waiving friendly or kayakers - after getting the tickets and parking the car at a discounted cost in their car park, we were fortunate to be the first in line for this boat, some 30min earlier: when we were here in the past, we noticed how people were running to get the best seats which is not nice to see. Even so, near us, there was a group who kept moving in 3 different directions repeatedly to take their 'best pictures' annoying just about everybody. Everything is very idyllic, yet every single time I get a headache, no idea why: could be the engine smell, or the heat etc. Yet we are still going to return here. Read more Written October 28, 2023
• 924maryjanet 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A must do in Gananoque! The views were amazing and so many picturesque opportunities! The boat also gets close enough to the castle that you can some pretty good pictures! Definitely a trip to remember. Read more Written October 20, 2023
• 685oleksandrg 0 contributions 2.0 of 5 bubbles ill-considered booking Unfortunately, we were not able to arrive on time to take part in the cruise. We were travelling from another city and there was a problem with our car. As we found out when we contacted the cruise company, we would have had an opportunity to rebook the cruise, if we had booked it through the website of the cruise company, but since we booked it through Tripadvisor, we did not have such an option. So, if you aren't sure, whether you can arrive on time, we would definitely recommed to make a reservation through the cruise company directly. Read more Written October 7, 2023
• Wander260039 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Amazing trip!! My husband and I thoroughly our 5 hour boat cruise. It happened to be a beautiful, warm and sunny day. The recorded commentary on the boat was so beneficial as we toured past homes and islands. Boldt Castle is amazing, so much history. We definitely recommend this tour. Read more Written October 7, 2023
• Dreamer63154796263 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Beautiful Fall Day Touring the Thousand Islands We had a beautiful fall day to enjoy the cruise. I have not been to the castle since the late 70s so it was nice to see all of the restorations. It is beautiful. Thoroughly enjoyed our day Read more Written October 5, 2023
• G W 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles 1000 Island Cruise and Boldt Castle Tour For the cost this is a great trip. The boat ride through the 1000 islands was very nice with a preprogrammed narration of stories and some facts. Arriving at the castle, we were in a location that enabled us to exit the boat sooner than later, which was good as my only complaint is there needs to be a more efficient way of checking people through border security or maybe not fill the boat to its maximum capacity. This did not affect us at all, but we did witness some people just clearing security and we had already been on the grounds for almost an hour. I felt bad for them, they would have only had an hour to tour the castle and grounds and that’s not enough time to fully enjoy the experience. Now, as for the castle and grounds, it is stunning. We had a beautiful warm sunny day, we really enjoyed wandering and reading the information plaques. They also have a self guided tour option that you can listen to on your phone. If you’re Canadian this might be a challenge if you have your phone in airplane mode to not get charged for roaming in the US. The boat departed on time at 10am. Approximately 11:15am we were at the island. Return to the boat was 1:20pm Depart the island at 1:40pm Arrived at the dock in Gananoque approximately 2:45. There is beverages snacks, popcorn and hotdogs on the boat for purchase. There is washrooms located on the boat, at the docks and in the castle. And at the dock of the castle there is a little cafe to grab a bite to eat (just give yourself time for that). If you have mobility issues there is an elevator at the castle. But the hill to get into the castle is a little steep. Dress appropriately, good walking shoes and a sweater or jacket as the chill off the water and when the boat was in motion was chilly if you were outside. Our group all agreed we would recommend and even do this tour again sometime. Read more Written September 24, 2023
• 615filomenag 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles The Worse Boat Tour First of all, the price was ridiculous much more than the one we took with Clayton Tours in Kingston and it was approximately 3 hrs. I am still fighting with this company for my refund. It also cost $9 to park they kept stressing it was all day parking. The tour NEVER TOOK PLACE! They had us all board the boat and for the first 30 mins it was TOTAL SILENCE - no one spoke to any of us. Finally, I asked 2 very nice girls at snack bar what was up. They told us that the sound and video system was down and we would only be riding on the river for an hr clueless to our surroundings. They knew of a couple things and were kind enough to point them out. BOGUS!!!! Read more Written September 24, 2023
• G4476QLpaulas 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Breathtaking The castle is something you won't forget! The grounds are beautiful and so is the castle. Took tons of pictures. The only negative thing about the 5 hour cruise is the time is takes to disembark and clear customs! Cuts into the time allowed to visit castle, we felt rushed to be able to see everything (which we didn't). Also I feel that there should be more information shared during the trip over about George Boldt. Video about George in the castle, but not enough time to see it. Read more Written September 18, 2023
• KrisBrownfield 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great cruise, great weather Two couples made a last minute reservation for the one hour cruise. It was on time and very entertaining. We would all recommend this cruise. Read more Written September 11, 2023
• Relax14105613158 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Your was very nice. The cruise was very nice, thanks to beautiful day! The washroom, at rear, on second deck, was filthy and smelled horrible! It was impossible to hear the explanation of the tour, sitting on the back, outside, on the second deck. Read more Written September 10, 2023
• yanskie 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles 1000 Island Cruise Ivy Lea Boldt Castle U.S. An activity for a fun filled adventurous family. Be in awe yet inspired. This is a family and friends oriented kind of trip. Enjoyable exciting fun filled cruise. Awe inspring from the past. Read more Written September 10, 2023
• 799danielan 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Unique and beautiful Restroom available, plenty of parking, easy to find, beautiful view! Staff was very polite and available to help. Also hot dogs, snack, coffee and alcohol for sale on the cruise. 1 hour was a compact tour. Weather was over cast today ( Sept 2023). Somewhat slippery. Read more Written September 10, 2023

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3-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque with views of Boldt Castle provided by City Cruises Gananoque

City Cruises - Gananoque

Cruise through history and mystery. A Canadian and Ontario Signature Experience, cruise the St. Lawrence River’s 1,000 Islands region with Gananoque Boat Line. See Millionaire’s Row’s lavish mansions of the rich and famous, captains of industry and railway barons. Pass Boldt Castle, a palatial, six-storey tribute to a loved one featuring Italian gardens, sculptures and tapestries from Europe. Spy the haunts of villains and vagabonds on islands big and small. Sail beneath the Thousand Islands International Bridge connecting Canada and the United States. Hear tales of four centuries of shipwrecks lying in the St. Lawrence, a watery resting place. Explore the spooky remnants of schooners, barges, paddle wheelers and freight carriers entombed in the river’s depths through historical photos, side-scan sonar imaging, video and knowledgeable commentary. Come away with a sense of the mighty river’s history, mystery, tragedy and heartbreak.

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Gananoque, Ontario is easily accessible by car or bus with its location along Highway 401, and it’s just a short drive away from major cities like Kingston, Ottawa and Montreal.

• 1 hour and 35 minutes from Ottawa
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Riverside theatre, charming downtown core, waterfront trail, joel stone beach, know before you go.

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• A 3-hour cruise; a Canadian Signature Experience
• Views of the St. Lawrence Seaway, 1000 Islands International Bridge, Millionaires Row, and Boldt Castle.
• This tour blends video and voice commentary, as well as sonar imagery, to bring events and tales to life.
• The City Experiences App provides free audio commentary in multiple languages.
• Food and beverages can be purchased on board.
• On-site parking is accessible for a fee.
• Restrooms are available on board.

1000 Islands Cruises with Boldt Castle View, Gananoque Canada

Set out on a 1000 Islands Cruises with Boldt Castle View, Gananoque Canada around the stretch of the islands that is both in North America.

Enjoy the narrated tour as you pass by prominent destinations such as Zavikon Island, Millionaire's Row, the St. Lawrence Seaway, and the 1000 Islands Bridge while taking in the gorgeous surroundings.

The renowned Boldt Castle and opulent estates of the famous and wealthy can be found on "Millionaire's Row."

Hear about and uncover the astounding engineering achievements required to construct the St. Lawrence Seaway, the 1000 Islands International Bridge, and so much more!

The ideal way to experience the scenery that has made the area famous throughout the world is on the 3-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise.

Tour Itinerary

Thousand islands bridge.

The Thousand Island International Bridge (French: Pont des Mille-îles) is an international bridge system over the Saint Lawrence River managed by the United States that connects northern New York with southeastern Ontario. The bridges, built in 1937, span the Canada-US border in the heart of the Thousand Islands region.

Boldt Castle and Yacht House

Construction on Boldt Castle began in 1900 at the request of millionaire hotel entrepreneur George C. Boldt as a memorial to his beloved wife Louise. Boldt Castle was created to be their summer fantasy house. A castle worthy of Europe, erected in the middle of the 1000 Islands. Mrs. Boldt, on the other hand, died abruptly just months before the castle's completion. Mr. Boldt was distraught and promptly halted all work, leaving the site unoccupied for more than seventy years.

1000 Islands Tower

On Hill Island, which is essentially on the border between the United States and Canada, there is a concrete observation tower called the 1000 Islands Tower. However, it is officially in Ontario, not New York State. The tower, which was built in 1965, affords panoramic views of both nations' Thousand Islands.

Zavikon Island

Zavikon Island is home to the world's shortest international bridge (32 feet). It joins a Canadian and an American island in the midst of the Saint Lawrence River. The boundary agreement negotiated between Canada and the United States states that no island can be divided into two territories. Two-thirds of the islands are Canadian, however the overall area of the Canadian islands is roughly equal to the American territory.

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• Departure Point: City Cruises Gananoque , 280 Main St, Gananoque, ON K7G 2M2, Canada A paid parking lot is available on-site. Parking passes are available for purchase at the lot or in the ticket office.
• Return Point: This activity will end right where it started.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

A total refund is applicable for cancellations made up to 24 hours before the experience..

• For a full refund, ensure all cancellation are made no later than 24 hours in advance to the Tour's start-time.
• The amount you paid for booking will not be returned if you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience begins.
• Any alterations requested with less than 24 hours until the experience's start time won't be permitted.
• Cutoff times are established based on the Tour's local time.
• Good weather is required for this Tour. You will be provided with a new date or a full refund if it is postponed due to bad weather.
• A minimum number of participants is necessary for this activity. You will be given the option of a new date or an alternate Tour or a full refund if it is cancelled because the minimum is not reached.

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• Booking confirmation is provided;
• Wheelchair accessibility is available
• In close proximity to public transportation
• Stroller accessible
• Most tourists can take part in this Tour
• Maximum number of participants in this tour/activity is 225.

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5-Hour 1000 Islands Boldt Castle Stopover Cruise from Gananoque

• 5-Hour Cruise; a Canadian Signature Experience
• Views of the St. Lawrence Seaway, Millionaires Row, Boldt Castle.
• Views of American & Canadian Spans of 1000 Islands International Bridge and Statue of St. Lawrence
• Onboard food and beverage available for purchase.
• Audio Commentary in English and French.
• Restroom on board
• Paid parking available on site.
• Parking Fees
• City Cruises Gananoque, 280 Main St, Gananoque, ON K7G 2M2, Canada A paid parking lot is available on-site. Parking passes are available for purchase at the lot or in the ticket office.
• Service animals allowed
• Stroller accessible
• Wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travellers can participate
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 225 travellers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
• Boldt Castle and the Boldt Yacht House
• 1000 Islands Tower
• Thousand Islands Bridge

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• Tufjzydidhrjdk 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Lovely expensive cruise Very nice cruise on the St Laurent river but a bit expensive. Free parking on the spot appreciated. Friendly staff on board. Read more Written April 19, 2024
• Allie514 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Nice way to see the 1000 Islands. Fantastic boat tour! Lots of history and great views of everything, including Boldt Castle. The boat had enough space to move around easily and the company caps the number of guests on each tour so you have opportunity to view the sites from different spots on the boat since it's not jam-packed. We all enjoyed the tour. Read more Written March 4, 2024
• 739annettk 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Unacceptable cancellation policy - be aware!!! Booked and fully prepaid a 1 hour cruise in October 2023 for our group of 18 back in May 2023. On the day of the cruise we had one person really sick and he couldn't participate. I did ask for a refund for the one ticket, but was told that the refund policy is 7 days. This is ridiculous! Prepaid month in advance and they cannot refund 1 ticket out of 18?! I loved working with the local tour operators in the past, but this company seems to get the small ones out of business and rule everything. Be aware! Don't pre-book!!! There was lots of space on the ship, even though it was a beautiful and sunny day. Read more Written October 31, 2023
• TERRAvelista 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Will be back We came once again here, as we cannot get enough of this great part of the world with it's small islands stretching between USA and Canada and yes, most surely we will come again in the future. Although we set our base in Belleville, we were travelling returning from our 3000 km trip between PEI and Toronto and I called in advance to ensure the cruise will not be busy for their afternoon 1h tour: - the person on the phone confirmed there were only a few people buying tickets due to being late September and asked to pay a fee higher than what we paid later on at the ticket office - we noticed nowadays the ticket office is housed in a different building, where they also have a souvenir shop but no toilets. The original building is now a shop and restaurant with live music - although I took pictures of the City cruises, we actually took the Thousand island boat which is laid on 2 levels: the first level with air conditioned inside and where the bar with drinks/snacks is and also toilets. The second level is not covered and a seagull travelled with us without paying any fee - Mr Bad!!!! - the tour is narrated and you learn lots of things about the life on the islands, how difficult is to get the produce and how most are un-inhabited in the cold season - there are still some people on the island waiving friendly or kayakers - after getting the tickets and parking the car at a discounted cost in their car park, we were fortunate to be the first in line for this boat, some 30min earlier: when we were here in the past, we noticed how people were running to get the best seats which is not nice to see. Even so, near us, there was a group who kept moving in 3 different directions repeatedly to take their 'best pictures' annoying just about everybody. Everything is very idyllic, yet every single time I get a headache, no idea why: could be the engine smell, or the heat etc. Yet we are still going to return here. Read more Written October 28, 2023
• 991antonr 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Pleasant trip The boat was ok but very noisy on the lower deck. One of the seats on the upper deck had a small split which caused a small tear in my wife's trousers. The commentary was reasonably clear and provided some interesting information. It was a pleasant 3 hour cruise, although the amount of development on the islands and along the river bank was surprising. Read more Written October 25, 2023
• Curtrm61 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles 1000 Island tour Trip was a lot of fun. Great sites, great narratives. Staff was nice and friendly. Boat speed was perfect to be able to take the pics we wanted. Read more Written October 22, 2023
• 924maryjanet 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A must do in Gananoque! The views were amazing and so many picturesque opportunities! The boat also gets close enough to the castle that you can some pretty good pictures! Definitely a trip to remember. Read more Written October 20, 2023
• 685oleksandrg 0 contributions 2.0 of 5 bubbles ill-considered booking Unfortunately, we were not able to arrive on time to take part in the cruise. We were travelling from another city and there was a problem with our car. As we found out when we contacted the cruise company, we would have had an opportunity to rebook the cruise, if we had booked it through the website of the cruise company, but since we booked it through Tripadvisor, we did not have such an option. So, if you aren't sure, whether you can arrive on time, we would definitely recommed to make a reservation through the cruise company directly. Read more Written October 7, 2023
• Anonymous855 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles A long 3 hour cruise with not much to see I was hoping the trees would be turning colors but nope and so until we got to Boldt castle, it was a bit dull. Pretty scenery for about 30 minutes, that's enough. We circled the castle island twice and then came back, of course, the same route. Now I was bored and went down a deck to eat popcorn and check my phone. 3 hours was too long for an adult with a terrific attention span....think about it. Parking was more expensive than the website says too. Read more Written September 28, 2023
• gopak619 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A fun, comfortable, and interesting cruise around a lovely area. Very scenic and interesting. We had wanted to take the longer cruise that included the Boalt Castle visit, but that wasn’t available. It turns out the 3 hour cruise was just right — pleasant, informative, and not too long. Read more Written September 25, 2023
• 615filomenag 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles The Worse Boat Tour First of all, the price was ridiculous much more than the one we took with Clayton Tours in Kingston and it was approximately 3 hrs. I am still fighting with this company for my refund. It also cost $9 to park they kept stressing it was all day parking. The tour NEVER TOOK PLACE! They had us all board the boat and for the first 30 mins it was TOTAL SILENCE - no one spoke to any of us. Finally, I asked 2 very nice girls at snack bar what was up. They told us that the sound and video system was down and we would only be riding on the river for an hr clueless to our surroundings. They knew of a couple things and were kind enough to point them out. BOGUS!!!! Read more Written September 24, 2023
• andreasU7202RL 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Calm experience Calm.experience. Friendly staff Well organized. Get there early to get a hood seat. . Beautiful day on the water. Great commentary if you want yo listen but mot too intrusive if you don’t. Read more Written September 24, 2023
• AndrewM826 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles go on a sunny day nice scenery but a bit too long. it would have been much nicer if the weather was better, we had some rain. Read more Written September 20, 2023
• waltersU1843ED 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles this should be on every body's visit list We took the 3 hours tour and it was better than we had expected. Very interesting about the history of this particular area between Canada and USA. The properties are beautiful or stunning in some cases! Read more Written September 18, 2023
• KrisBrownfield 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great cruise, great weather Two couples made a last minute reservation for the one hour cruise. It was on time and very entertaining. We would all recommend this cruise. Read more Written September 11, 2023

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City Cruises Gananoque Schedule for 2022

Hello lovely readers! Are you bored of visiting the same places and doing the same activities? Today I have come up with something new. In this article, you are going to read about  City Cruises Gananoque Schedule for 2022. So let us get started.

Sightseeing Paradise

The 1000 Islands are a sight-seeing paradise and a favorite holiday spot for anyone seeking a true outdoor experience. The 1000 Islands is a location with limitless shorelines, rich history, and unique culture, located along the calm border between northern New York State (USA) and southeastern Ontario (Canada).

Places of Interest and Fun

The places you are going to see here are as interesting as its name. There are a lot of things to do and enjoy at this place. And the riding on City Cruises Gananoque can become once in a lifetime experience for you. From Gananoque on the St. Lawrence River, explore the beautiful Thousand Islands! With a variety of cruise choices, you can visit spectacular vistas, Boldt Castle, and more.

Amazing Cruise Tours

At Gananoque, City Cruises provides various cruise rides for travelers according to the comfort and budget of the travelers. I am mentioning the various cruises which City cruises Gananoque provides.

• Heart of the Thousand Island Cruise 

It’s a one-hour trip that takes you around the Admiralty and Navy Islands. You may also take in the splendor of centuries-old Summer homes and Cottages. It’s excellent if you’re short on time but still want to enjoy the voyage while taking in the sights. For more information and to book your cruise, click here .

Talking of its schedule, this cruise is opening for tourists on 7th May 2022. From May 7th till May 20th the cruise is going to depart from Gananoque at 10:30 AM(only Saturday), 11:30 AM, 2:00 PM, and 3:30 PM. Between May 21 and June 24 the timings are going to be 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 2:00 PM, and 4:30 PM. Whereas, from June 25 till September 5, the timings will be 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM, 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM.  For September 6 to September 18 the schedule is the same as it is for May 21 to June 24. Similarly, the schedule is the same for September 19 to October 16 and from May 7 to May 20.

• Sunset Sightseeing Cruise 

Unlike other cruises, you will be able to see the splendor of the islands at sunset on this tour. There’s fauna there, as well as UNESCO and Parks Canada-designated islands. This cruise will last around one and a half hours. For more information and to arrange a tour to enjoy the fascination of the sunset, click here .

These cruises will be open from June 25th till September 5. And the timing for this cruise will be 6:30 PM every day.

• Discovery and Depth of the 1000 Islands

To bring events and narratives to life, the tour includes video and audio commentary as well as side-scan sonar images. The St. Lawrence Seaway, the American and Canadian Spans of the 1000 Islands International Bridge, Millionaires Row, Boldt Castle, and the Statue of St. Lawrence are all worth visiting in under three hours. For further information and to arrange a tour, please click here .

You can enjoy this cruise from May 7 till October 16. The timings will be 10:30 AM and 1:00 PM for May 7 till May 30. Other than these timings you can enjoy the ride at 3:30 PM too, between May 21 and June 24. You have a lot of time options between June 25 and September 5, they are 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 1:30 PM, 3:00 PM, and 4:30 PM. From September 6 to 18 the time slots will be 10:30 am 1:00 pm and 3:30 pm. From September 19 till October 6 they are going to be 10:30 am and 1:00 pm. 

• Boldt Castle Stop Over Cruise 

If you want to spend some time sightseeing and enjoying the various vistas I’ve covered on previous cruises as well as a stop at the Boldt Castle, the Boldt Castle Stop Over Cruise is the ideal option. On this voyage, you will be able to visit the St. Lawrence Seaway, the American and Canadian Spans of the 1000 Islands International Bridge, Millionaires Row, Boldt Castle, and the Statue of St. Lawrence. In the midst of the trip, there will be a 2-hour break during which you will have the opportunity to learn about the history of Boldt Castle. For more information and to book the tour, click here .

As these are five hour-long cruises so the for this cruise there will be only one timeslot on different dates. Between May 7 and 19 you can enjoy the cruise only on Saturdays, the departure time will be 12:00 pm . From May 20 till September 18 you will be able to take this fascinating tour every day at 12:00 pm . Again from September 19 till October 16 only Saturdays are grated for this cruise at the same time ie. 12:00 pm .

Disclaimer: The mentioned timings are subjected to the information provided on April 20, 2022. There might be changes since then, for more information and confirmation please contact the provided links.

What are you waiting for? Discuss with your loving ones and decide which cruise tour you want to go for and book your tickets right away before all the slots get full. Enjoy these beautiful Islands and observe nature from its lap. I hope you enjoyed reading the article. If you want any other information regarding the tour please feel free to contact ToNiagara.

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Our Gananoque departure location is approximately 3 hours from Toronto, 2 hours from Ottawa, and 3 hours from Montreal. Gananoque is 15 minutes from the border crossing of New York State via the 1000 Islands Bridge. Our community is accessible from Highway 401 and Highway 2 from Kingston, Ontario.

95 Ivy Lea Road. Lansdowne, Ontario K0E 1L0

• Landmarks of the 1000 Islands Cruise

Our Ivy Lea departure location is conveniently located off the 1000 Islands Parkway in the village of Ivy Lea at 95 Ivy Lea Road, Lansdowne, Ontario. It is only minutes from the 1000 Islands International Bridge off Interstate 81. Ivy Lea is also accessible from Highway 401 and 30 min east of Kingston, Ontario on Highway 2.

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