Niagara Falls USA Premium Tour: Helicopter & Maid of the Mist
Overview
This fully guided 5-hour tour of Niagara Falls, NY is perfect for families with children. The tour covers all the highlights of the Falls and includes admission to the Maid of the Mist and the Cave of the Winds. Tour narration features an emphasis on storytelling and entertainment.
Tour includes:
- Trip aboard the Maid of the Mist to get up close and personal with the Falls (seasonal: May through October)
- Stop at the American Observation Tower
- Tour of the Cave of the Winds
- Helicopter Ride over the Falls (children under 40" are not permitted)
- Visit Goat Island where you'll take in amazing views of Horseshoe Falls, American Falls & Bridal Veil Falls
- Small, intimate group tour that consists of approximately 7 people
- Pick up and drop off at any location in downtown Niagara Falls, NY
- An energetic tour guide that can answer almost any question you have about the Majestic Falls and surrounding area
What's Included
- Maid of the Mist
- Cave of The Winds (Skip-The-Ticket-Line)
- Luxury Mercedes Van
- Helicopter Ride Over Niagara Falls
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
We are happy to pick-up guests from any location within downtown Niagara Falls, NY, USA. If you are staying outside of our pick-up area we can recommend a central meeting location.
What To Expect
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Niagara Falls (pass by)
Niagara Falls State Park (pass by)
Niagara Falls Observation Tower
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Maid of the Mist
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Goat Island
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Luna Island (pass by)
Terrapin Point (pass by)
Cave of the Winds
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Three Sisters Island (pass by)
Niagara Falls (pass by)
Rainbow Air Inc
12 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Please note the Maid of the Mist is seasonal and operates May through October. Please call ahead to check availability.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-6483P27
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Average 4.79 out of 5 stars based on 70 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- This tour 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.
- Maid of the Mist.
- Cave of The Winds (Skip-The-Ticket-Line).
- Luxury Mercedes Van.
- Helicopter Ride Over Niagara Falls.
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 4. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Niagara Falls USA Premium Tour: Helicopter & Maid of the Mist is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Niagara Falls USA Premium Tour: Helicopter & Maid of the Mist will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Maid of the Mist
- Cave of The Winds (Skip-The-Ticket-Line)
- Luxury Mercedes Van
- Helicopter Ride Over Niagara Falls
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Please note the Maid of the Mist is seasonal and operates May through October. Please call ahead to check availability.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
