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Free Cancellation
September 10100% refund
September 11No refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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BC2 2024 Season
2 Adults x $32.00
$64.00
Approx Total
$64.00
12:00pm
Inclusions / Exclusions
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Sightseeing boat cruise
Restroom on board
Local naturalist guide
Entrance fees to Heart Island and Boldt Castle
Gratuities
Picnic Lunches are available for all tour $12.50 Adult/$8.00 Children Please call for Pre order
Overview
TOUR DEPARTS FROM THE US. Enjoy an intimate boat tour as we travel over 27 unique miles among many of the 1000 Islands along the St. Lawrence River and Seaway Shipping Channel. Our professional local guides share rich history, legends and lore as we get closer to the islands than any other tour. This "Heart of the Thousand Islands" tour gets you closer to the islands, includes views of magnificent million-dollar homes including "Millionaire's Row", travels under the American span of the 1000 Island Bridge System & one span of the Canadian bridges, and passes Rock Island Lighthouse on Rock Island
At Heart Island guests have the option to take a self guided tour of millionaire George Boldt's Castle, built as a testament of love for his wife Louise, before tragedy struck in 1904.
Departing Boldt Castle we travel US waters and the St. Lawrence Seaway shipping channel with the possibility of viewing oceangoing vessels that travel from around the world to the Great Lakes of North America.
Meeting points
Located off Route 12 in Clayton, NY
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Itinerary
Clayton Island Tours (Pass By)
Our Starting Location 39611 Chateau Lane, Clayton New York
Saint Lawrence River (Pass By)
Cruising among the 1000 Islands aboard a guided boat tour is among the most popular reasons visitors come here. Cruises include trips past dozens of islands, fairytale castles, lighthouses, island mansions and wildlife all accompanied by true tales of pirates, bootleggers and the Gilded Age rich and famous who all spent time here.
Thousand Islands (Pass By)
The 1000 Islands (pronounced “Thousand Islands,” not “One Thousand Islands”) is a sightseer’s paradise and a popular destination for those looking for an authentic outdoor vacation. Located along the peaceful border between northern New York State (USA) and southeastern Ontario (Canada), the 1000 Islands is a region of endless shorelines, rich history and unique culture.
Vacationers have been coming to the 1000 Islands for more than 150 years to enjoy its breathtaking beauty. Waters that were once patrolled by pirates (yes … pirates!) and Prohibition bootleggers are now cruised by cottagers who enjoy serene bays and vacationers who tour aboard guided trips and hear the astonishing stories behind the islands.
Wellesley Island (Pass By)
This tour circumnavigates Wellesley Island, New York, the largest U.S. Island in the 1000 Islands Region. We travel north of Wellesley Island through Canadian Waters to get to Boldt Castle. No Passports Required
Boldt Castle and the Boldt Yacht House
Boldt Castle on Heart Island is located near Alexandria Bay, NY in the famed 1000 Islands Region. Whether you are making an annual visit to see what’s new, looking for an affordable family vacation close to home or a couple seeking that romantic getaway, Boldt Castle and the Boldt Yacht House has something for you! In fact, the Castles’ legendary beauty nestled among the St Lawrence Rivers’ 1000 Islands will keep you returning year after year!
1 hour 15 minutes
Wellesley Island State Park (Pass By)
Wellesley Island State Park is a 2,636-acre state park located on Wellesley Island in the St. Lawrence River
Thousand Islands Bridge (Pass By)
This tour travels under two spans of the Thousand Islands Bridge System. One in Canada and one in the US
Thousand Islands New York (Pass By)
We get you closer to the islands than any other tour!
Rock Island Lighthouse State Park (Pass By)
View Rock Island Lighthouse as we pass by Rock Island
Clayton (Pass By)
Clayton Waterfront
Rockport (Pass By)
View waterfront of Rockport Ontario, Canada
Thousand Islands Bridge (Pass By)
Travel under two spans of the Thousands Bridge System. One US and one Canadian
Thousand Island Park (Pass By)
View Thousand Islands Park waterfront homes
Sample Menu
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
No passport required
Exclusions: Cost of boat ticket does not include admission into Boldt Castle: Adults $12.50 / Children (5 to 12 years) $9/ Children 4 and Under Free / Boldt Castle Admission Tickets are available to purchase at our ticket booth when you check in for your tour, call us in advance to reserve, upon arrival at Boldt Castle
Please arrive 30 minutes prior to departure. Receive boarding pass from our blue ticket booth
Free Cancellation
September 10100% refund
September 11No refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
5 stars
520
4 stars
90
3 stars
19
2 stars
7
1 star
13
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Well worth it!!
Published on Jan, 2025
This boat trip and Castle tour exceeded expectations. The guide was super knowledgeable, the boat tour was calm and quiet, cool and perfect for a summer outing. The castle is amazing - best to see with someone who knows the history. And being able to wander and talk with castle docents was perfect. Highly recommend. Buy lunch in advance!
Amazing
Published on Oct, 2024
Michele and Jack were awesome! They gave us a great history of the river which came to life because it was their stories and research. Would definitely recommend and would take another ride if I knew they’d be the ones I was with.
Fun River Adventure
Published on Oct, 2024
We enjoyed an excellent tour driven by Captain Jack and narrated by Michele. Michele was extremely knowledgeable about the area and was able to share quite a few personal stories. The boat was comfortable, even for me while using a knee scooter. All employees were able to guide us on best access to Boldt Castle given my accessibility needs. The river got a little rough and splashy, but the boat was perfected and the tour continued. Highly recommend this adventure as part of your trip!
Great tour option
Published on Oct, 2024
This was a great tour. The boat was comfortable. We preordered lunch which allowed more time to walk around Bolt Island. The narration was very good and really pointed out interesting sights as well as giving history.
A fantastic tour!
Published on Oct, 2024
Captain Gary kept us very safe and Dennis was filled with oodles of knowledge that he shared. The tour was great! Highly recommend!
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