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

The Ctiy Cruises Gananoque 3-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise departing from Gananoque is a Canadian Signature Experience. This tour featuring onboard audio commentary in English and French tells the story about the 1000 islands region, its history, and stories of those who have called it home. You will see the famed Boldt Castle and lavish homes of the rich and famous on “Millionaire’s Row.” Learn about and discover the remarkable feats of engineering required to build the St. Lawrence Seaway, 1000 Islands International Bridge and so much more! The 3-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise is the perfect way to explore the scenery that has made the region famous throughout the world.

The Thousand Islands International Bridge (French: Pont des Mille-îles) is an American-maintained international bridge system over the Saint Lawrence River connecting northern New York in the United States with southeastern Ontario in Canada. Constructed in 1937, with additions in 1959, the bridges span the Canada–US border in the middle of the Thousand Islands region.

Construction began on Boldt Castle in 1900 at the bidding of millionaire hotel magnate George C. Boldt as a tribute to his beloved wife Louise. Boldt Castle was designed as their summer dream home. A castle rivaling those of Europe, built on the St. Lawrence River, in the heart of the 1000 Islands. However it was not to be, Mrs. Boldt passed away suddenly just months before the completion of the castle. Mr. Boldt was inconsolable and immediately stopped all construction on Heart Island, leaving the property vacant for over seventy years.

The 1000 Islands Tower is a concrete observation tower on Hill Island, essentially on the U.S.-Canada border, but actually located within Ontario rather than New York State. Built in 1965, the tower provides panoramic views over the Thousand Islands of both nations, from a height of 400 feet (120 m) above the St. Lawrence River.

Zavikon Island is home to a bridge that, at only 32 feet in length, is considered the shortest international bridge in the world. It connects a Canadian island with an American island in the middle of the Saint Lawrence River. The boundary agreement that was drafted between Canada and the United States declares that no island can be split into two territories. Two-thirds of the islands in this bunch, the Thousand Islands, belong to Canada, but the total area of the Canadian islands is roughly equal to the other one-third, which are considered to be American territory.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please note that our cruises will take place rain or shine. However, if severe weather or unsafe water conditions arise and we determine it is unsafe to sail, we will cancel the cruise.

• 3-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque with views of Boldt Castle
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• Audio commentary in English and French
• 3-Hour Cruise; a Canadian Signature Experience
• Onboard food and beverages available for purchase
• Paid parking available on-site
• Views of the St. Lawrence Seaway, 1000 Islands International Bridge, Millionaires Row, Boldt Castle.

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Please visit the Ticket Booth located across the street from the parking lot. Boarding begins 15-minutes prior to the departure time listed on your booking.

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• This Tour is Provided by City Cruises Gananoque.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Toronto.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 4 Stars based on 298 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.