Niagara & the Great Lakes - 2024 Itinerary - Toronto, Ontario to Milwaukee, Wisconsin | Viking® (2024)

FAQs

How much is a Great Lakes cruise? ›

How much do Great Lakes cruises cost? Most Great Lakes cruises range from 8-13 days and cost between $4,000 and $6,000 per person. Considering the many different destinations and sites you will visit - both natural and manmade - these cruises are definitely worth it!

Great Lakes cruises command higher prices due to their limited operating season, dictated by the seasonal accessibility of the St. Lawrence Seaway, open from late March to early December.

Journey across the waterways of all five of the majestic Great Lakes, where you can experience thundering Niagara Falls, discover remarkable First Nations traditions and explore rugged granite islands.

Other cruise lines offering tours to Niagara Falls during Great Lakes itineraries include Blount Small Ship Adventures and Pearl Seas Cruises. Together with Victory Cruise Lines, they offer multiple cruises in the Great Lakes during summer months.

Do I need a passport? On international itineraries, all passengers are required to carry valid passports. On domestic cruises, U.S. citizens must have a valid government-issued photo ID.

6,500 Mile Tour throughout Great Lakes

The Circle Tour is over 6,500 miles or 10,500 kilometers long. It encompasses individual lake Circle Tours including New York State's Seaway Trail system. The road route, marked by distinctive green and white signs, is usually the closest major road or highway to the water.

If you're the type of person who prefers to vacation at a large resort that has everything you want and you don't have to leave, you'll probably prefer an ocean cruise, but if you're someone who likes to spend your vacation days exploring places you've never been to before—while also enjoying all the benefits of a ...

River cruises tend to be a little more expensive than ocean cruising, but also offer more inclusions and other perks. Shore excursions are generally included on river cruises (with premium shore excursions for a fee), but often are not included with base-fare ocean cruise packages.

Beyond holiday periods such as Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Labor Day when there may be some flash sales, January and February are particularly good times to book a cruise, as the first two months of the year are considered “wave season” in the cruising industry.

The cruise line that primarily sails out of the Toronto cruise terminal is Viking Expeditions. You can find cruise itineraries to Niagara Falls and around the Great Lakes or explore down the East Coast to Florida. If you're feeling more adventurous you can sail the Northwest Passage to Greenland.

Does American cruise line go to the Great Lakes? ›

American Queen Voyages offer one of the most popular lineups of cruises on the Great Lakes.

Booking in Advance

Before you embark on your Niagara Falls adventure, it's wise to book your Maid of the Mist tickets in advance. This not only saves you time but also guarantees your spot on this popular excursion. You can easily secure your tickets online through the official Maid of the Mist website.

Yes. A Passport (or a Passport Card or Enhanced Driver's License if coming by land) is required for crossing the border into Canada unless you are age 15 or younger.

The cost of river cruises can vary quite a bit but typically averages around $300 or $500 (or more) per person per night. That said, there are always some good promotions and offers where the price can decrease by 50% or more, especially if you are okay with booking an interior cabin.

So what will it cost to go aboard this dream vacation? About $204,000 per person which includes business-class flights and overseas transfers.

The average cruise cost for two people in 2024 can vary based on factors such as cruise line, duration, cabin type, and destination. As per the provided search results, the average price for a seven-day cruise is around $1,500 per person, totaling $3,000 for a couple.

Operational costs heavily impact pricing, since U.S.-flagged ships must be built in the U.S. and can only employ American citizens, meaning higher wage requirements than on ships operated outside of the country. These factors invariably raise prices, said American Cruise Lines CEO Charles Robertson.