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Boldt Castle and 2 Nation Tour
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3 Hours 30 Minutes
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Offered in: English
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.
What's Included
- 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
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
Located off Route 12 in Clayton, NY
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Clayton Island Tours
Our Starting Location 39611 Chateau Lane, Clayton New York
• Admission Ticket Free
Saint Lawrence River
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.
• Admission Ticket Free
Thousand Islands
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.
• Admission Ticket Free
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 get to Boldt Castle. No Passports Required
• Admission Ticket Free
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!
1 Hours 15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Wellesley Island State Park
Wellesley Island State Park is a 2,636-acre state park located on Wellesley Island in the St. Lawrence River
• Admission Ticket Free
Thousand Islands Bridge
This tour travels under two spans of the Thousand Islands Bridge System. One in Canada and one in the US
• Admission Ticket Free
Thousand Islands New York
We get you closer to the islands than any other tour!
• Admission Ticket Free
Rock Island Lighthouse State Park
View Rock Island Lighthouse as we pass by Rock Island
• Admission Ticket Free
Clayton
Clayton Waterfront
• Admission Ticket Free
Rockport
View waterfront of Rockport Ontario, Canada
• Admission Ticket Free
Thousand Islands Bridge
Travel under two spans of the Thousands Bridge System. One US and one Canadian
• Admission Ticket Free
Thousand Island Park
View Thousand Islands Park waterfront homes
• Admission Ticket Free
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
Operated by Clayton Island Tours, LLC
Cancellation Policy
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
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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