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A historic island with a castle, a tower, and a dock with a boat. 1
A castle surrounded by lush greenery and a lake. A boat is visible on the water. 2
A white cruise ship named THOUSAND ISLANDER V docked at a pier with a clear blue sky and a grassy area beside the water. 3
A white cruise ship with 'citycruises' on its side, docked near a small island with houses and trees. 4
A white boat traveling on a calm lake surrounded by dense forests. 5
By City Cruises Gananoque

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Free cancellation available
Price is CA $42 per adult
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Overview

    • Located in the heart of 1000 Islands, sail along the St. Lawrence River
    • Enjoy audio commentary in English & French highlighting the region's history
    • See landmarks like the Boldt Castle & Zavikon Islands (3-Hour & 5-Hour Cruise)
    • Choose the 5 Hour option for admission to Boldt Castle, located on Heart Island
    • Food & drink available for purchase onboard

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      1-Hour Cruise from Gananoque

      • Activity duration is 1 hour1h
        1h
      • English

      Take a one-hour cruise from Gananoque to get closer to all the 1000 Islands scenery. Cruise the narrow channels of the Admiralty & Navy group of islands. Does not include views of Boldt Castle or Millionaire's Row.

      Language options: English
      Price details
      CA $41.75 x 1 AdultCA $41.75
      Total
      Price is CA $41.75

      3-Hour Cruise from Gananoque

      • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
        3h
      • English

      Cruise past breathtaking scenic beauty alongside sites like Boldt Castle & the lavish homes on Millionaire’s Row. Learn stories about the area's past & present, and the engineering marvels of the St. Lawrence Seaway. Does not include Boldt Castle Entry.

      Language options: English
      Price details
      CA $56.44 x 1 AdultCA $56.44
      Total
      Price is CA $56.44

      5-Hour Cruise with Boldt Castle Entry from Gananoque

      • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
        5h
      • English

      5-hour sightseeing cruise from Gananoque through the 1000 Islands, featuring a stopover at Boldt Castle on Heart Island. Enjoy scenic views, island mansions, and time to explore the castle before returning by boat.

      Language options: English
      Starting time: 9:30AM
      Price details
      CA $92.32 x 1 AdultCA $92.32
      Total
      Price is CA $92.32

      What's included, what's not

      • Inclusions
        1, 3, or 5-Hr 1000 Islands Cruise
      • Inclusions
        Boldt Castle Admission (if 5 hour option selected)
      • Inclusions
        Onboard audio commentary in English and French
      • Inclusions
        On-board licensed snack bar with assorted food, snacks, soft drinks and alcoholic drinks available for purchase
      • Inclusions
        Restaurant, gift shop, washrooms and more are available at port
      • Inclusions
        Paid parking available at port
      • Exclusions
        Snacks and drinks bar (snacks and drinks available for purchase)

      Know before you book

        • Not allowed: Food and drinks, Pets, Smoking

      What you can expect

      • Join a scenic sightseeing cruise from the City Cruises Port in Gananoque, exploring the stunning 1000 Islands region. Choose between a one, three, or five-hour cruise that offers a closer look at the region's scenic beauty, famous landmarks, and rich history.

        The one-hour cruise departing from the Gananoque port passes majestic views of the Admiralty and Navy group of islands. Note: the one-hour cruise does not have views of Boldt Castle or Millionaire's Row.

        The three-hour cruise from Gananoque offers a deeper dive into the region, including breathtaking scenic beauty paired with sights like Boldt Castle and the lavish homes on Millionaire’s Row. This tour includes stories about the area's past and present, and the engineering marvels of the St. Lawrence Seaway.

        Or set sail on a 5-hour 1000 Islands Cruise and cruise through the Canadian and American span of the 1000 Islands, before your stopover at the majestic Boldt Castle (admission included), located on the famous Heart Island.

        The narrated cruise takes you past Zavikon Island, Millionaire’s Row, the St. Lawrence Seaway and the 1000 Islands Bridge as you see the area's most breathtaking scenery. You’ll then dock at Heart Island for your Boldt Castle self-guided tour, before reboarding and returning to Gananoque.

        Important Information About Required Documentation (Please read):

        • As Boldt Castle is in US territory, all passengers on the 5-Hour Boldt Castle Stopover Cruise are subject to US Customs & Border Protection.
        • All passengers on the 5-Hour Boldt Castle Stopover Cruise require a valid passport, and/or Nexus card, and to board this cruise. There are no exceptions.
        • Citizens of countries outside of Canada or the US require a visitor’s visa as well as their passport. An approved Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) will be required as US Customs & Border Protection no longer accept a Visa Waiver Form. If you need more details on required documentation, please contact the US Customs and Border Protection prior to purchasing a ticket: https://www.cbp.gov/
        • Starting September 30, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security will implement new US Customs and Boarder Protection fees on ESTA, EVUS and I-94. Please note these fees are subject to annual inflation adjustments. For more information please visit https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/home

      Location

      Activity location

      • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
        • Gananoque
        • Gananoque, Ontario, Canada

      Meeting/Redemption Point

      • PEOPLEPEOPLE
        • 280 Main St, Gananoque, ON K7G 2M2, Canada | Your departure port is located at: City Cruises Gananoque, 280 Main Street, Gananoque, ON, K7G 2M2 Parking passes are available for purchase at the lot or in the ticket office.
        • New York (State), The United States of America
      • PEOPLEPEOPLE
        • 280 Main St, Gananoque, ON K7G 2M2, Canada | Your departure port is located at: City Cruises Gananoque, 280 Main Street, Gananoque, ON, K7G 2M2 Parking passes are available for purchase at the lot or in the ticket office.
        • New York (State), The United States of America