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The Ultimate Heart of 1000 Islands Sightseeing Boat Tour

The Ultimate Heart of 1000 Islands Sightseeing Boat Tour

Overview

THIS TOUR DEPARTS FROM THE UNITED STATES
2 Nation Lunch Cruise with stops at Boldt Castle and Rock Island Lighthouse. Join us for the ultimate sightseeing tour on the St. Lawrence River. Designed for those who wish to take in the beauty of the 1000 islands Region and experience the the most attractions from the river in an afternoon. This tour includes lunch, combines our Boldt Castle Tour stopping at Heart Island for a tour of Millionaire George Boldt's Rhineland style castle, a cruise through Millionaires Row viewing magnificent summer homes of the rich and famous of the gilded age, and a stop at Rock Island Lighthouse to visit the "Keepers Cottage" Museum & Gift Shop and climb to the top of lighthouse to enjoy the spectacular view of the St. Lawrence Seaway. NO Passports required!

City: Clayton

Sat 16 Nov

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Starting at $72.00

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Sat 16 Nov

Starting at $72.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Sightseeing boat cruise

Picnic Lunch - Includes wrap or sandwich, side salad, chips, dessert, and drink. Please contact us at least 24 hours prior to departure to arrange lunch of your choice. Call us.

Admission to Rock Island Lighthouse

Admission to Boldt Castle

Opportunity to walk along TWO of the 1000 Islands

Restroom on board

Local naturalist guide

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair accessible
No passport required
Please arrive 30 minutes prior to departure to allow for parking and ticket redemption. Boarding begins 15 minutes prior to departure.
This Tour Departs from and returns to Clayton, New York, United States
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms

What To Expect

Clayton

Tour Departs from 39611 Chateau Lane, Clayton NY

Thousand Islands New York

We weave among the islands through Canadian and US Waters - No Passports Required

Wellesley Island

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 Boldt Castle, No Passports Required

Alexandria Bay

Cruise through millionaires row to view the large "cottages" built by the wealthy during the "Guilded Age"

Saint Lawrence River

Cruise the St. Lawrence River Seaway Shipping Channel to view "Lakers" or "Saltys" (Ocean Going Ships) traveling to/from the Great Lakes and/or ports around the world

Thousand Islands Bridge

This tour travels under two spans of the Thousand Islands Bridge System. One in Canada and one in the US

Boldt Castle and 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! The Thousand Islands Bridge Authority (TIBA) welcomes you to tour Boldt Castle to explore and experience an attraction like no other. 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 Thousand Islands Bridge Authority (TIBA), who owns and operates Boldt Castle and the Boldt Yacht House, invite you to explore our website. Here you can glimpse what awaits you at Heart Island. A chance to experience the Boldt’s tragic love story and the magnificence of a bygone era…

Rock Island Lighthouse State Park

Stop at Rock Island Lighthouse State Park where visitors can climb to the top of the Lighthouse, walk the island, and visit the keepers cottage which is a museum and gift shop.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (182)

Unick_D

Aug 2022

Overall Beautiful experience.. loved every part of this trip. The only thing I would ask them to change there food menu.

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Thank you for choosing Clayton Island Tours!

Margaret_M

Aug 2022

Liam and Captain Chuck were experts at their jobs. Great trip. Liam was an expert on the area. They were bright and personable.

Response from Host

Aug 2022

We are happy to hear you enjoyed our Boldt Castle & Two Nation Tour with Liam and Captain Chuck. We agree, they both do a great job! Thank you for choosing Clayton Island Tours.

BrendaL850

Aug 2022

Our captain and first mate/tour guide were top notch. The "small" boat gave us splendid views and we could easily follow the guide's information as well as enjoy his stories. The boat holds 60 people and we had 24 passengers beside the captain and first mate so there was plenty of room to move around. I liked this experience much better than some of the larger boat tours that are available on the river. I am hearing impaired, and the smaller setting was perfect for me. We had plenty of time at both Boldt Castle on Heart Island and on Rock Island where we were able to climb the lighthouse,

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Thank you so much for taking the time to review us! We thank you for choosing Clayton Island Tours.