2 Nation Tour

Suspension bridge spanning a wide blue river seen from the wake of a moving boat

Price from

$45.95/person

4.6(2100)

Two countries
  • 2-hour 15-minute international river cruise
  • 22 miles through US and Canadian waters on the St. Lawrence River
  • Close-up views of historic landmarks, islands, and narrow passages
  • Learn the history of Gilded Age mansions and their famous owners
  • 45 James St, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607, USA
  • Mobile ticket
  • Instant confirmation
  • 2h 15m (approx.)

Cancellation Policy

With Ticket Assurance, Rescheduling up to 24 hours prior to departure. Otherwise Rescheduling up to 48 hours in advance. Tickets are final or Non-Refundable.

Cover 22 miles through the shared international waters of America and Canada on a 2-hour 15-minute narrated cruise through the Thousand Islands. No passport required. Visit Boldt Castle on Heart Island at the end of the tour.

About this activity

  • Duration 2h 15m (approx.)
  • Boarding 15 min before departure
  • Instant confirmation · Mobile ticket
  • Ticket Assurance: cancel or reschedule up to 24 hours before departure

Highlights

  • 2-hour 15-minute international river cruise
  • 22 miles through US and Canadian waters on the St. Lawrence River
  • Close-up views of historic landmarks, islands, and narrow passages
  • Learn the history of Gilded Age mansions and their famous owners
  • See Devils Oven, Sunken Rock Lighthouse, Tom Thumb Island, and the Canadian span of the 1000 Islands Bridge System
  • Visit Boldt Castle on Heart Island
  • No passport or visa required
  • Free shuttle from Heart Island back to the mainland

Full description

Step aboard for a 2-hour 15-minute narrated cruise through one of the most geographically unique stretches of water in North America, where the St. Lawrence River forms the border between the United States and Canada. Covering 22 miles of international waters, this tour takes you deep into both the American and Canadian sections of the Thousand Islands without requiring a passport or going through customs.

Includes

  • Professional tour guide
  • Free shuttle from Heart Island to the mainland
  • Free parking
  • Onboard concession stand

Not included

  • Boldt Castle admission
  • Food and beverages (available for purchase on board)

What's allowed

  • Personal snacks welcome on board
  • Leashed and controlled pets permitted on regular cruises
  • Infants ages 4 and under ride free
  • No passport or visa required

Not allowed

  • No smoking on board
  • No outside alcoholic beverages
  • No pets on cruises where food is served
  • No pets at Boldt Castle

Know before you board

  • Boarding begins 15 minutes before departure
  • Arrive at least 30 minutes before your departure time
  • Bring a valid photo ID and your booking reference (digital or printed)
  • Passengers do not enter foreign soil or go through customs
  • Free parking available at 45 James St, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
  • Infants ages 4 and under are free

Meeting point

45 James St, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607, USA

Follow James Street toward the river; the ticket office and boarding dock are at the foot of the street, next to the village waterfront park.

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Cancellation policy

  • With Ticket Assurance: You can reschedule up to 24 hours prior to departure. Tickets are final or non-refundable.
  • Without Ticket Assurance: You can reschedule up to 48 hours in advance. Tickets are final or non-refundable.

To cancel or reschedule an eligible booking, head to Manage Booking.

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