Arrival on 11/8/2006 Friday evening. Check in and rest.
First Day: 12/8/2006 Saturday
1) Start at the Visitor Center on Prospect Pointo Pick up a park map. o Purchase a Passport to the Falls and save up to 30% on the attractions in and around the park. o Catch a showing of "Niagara: A History of the Falls" at the Festival Theater.( $2)o Stroll through the Great Lakes Garden.o Explore Prospect Point. Follow tree-shaded pathways along the American Falls and American Rapids.
Lunch at Prospect Point café.
2) Head to the Observation Tower ($1)o From Prospect Point it's a short walk to the Observation Tower for another great view.o Take the elevator to the Maid of the Mist. Get on board for the ride of your life. (US 11.50)
The world famous Maid of the Mist cruises right to the base of the American Falls, then to the basin of the magnificent Horseshoe Falls. It's a fantastic journey through crashing waters, surrounded by massive rock formations that have tamed the raging rapids for millions of years.
o Then walk to the Crow's Nest close to the boulders at the base of the American Falls.o Board the Niagara Scenic Trolley to go to the Aquarium of Niagara.( 9am to 7pm) ($7.50)
4) Falls Ilumination or check out casinos where there are summer concerts at Fallsview Casino Resort Avalon Ballroom Chris Issak or cirque niagara
Excursion fees: $44 approx
Second Day: 13/8/2006 Sunday
1) Visit Luna Islando Ride the Niagara Scenic Trolley to Goat Island. o Follow the wooded trail to Luna Island between the Bridal Veil Falls and American Falls.
2) Explore the Cave of the Wind ( $10 dollars)
The Cave of the Winds trip takes you closer to the waters of Niagara Falls than you thought possible. You ride an elevator 175 feet (53 meters) deep into the Niagara Gorge. Then, clad in a bright yellow poncho and wearing the special footwear provided, you follow a tour guide over a series of wooden walkways to the famous "Hurricane Deck". As you stand at the railing, you are a mere 20 feet (6 meters) from the billowing torrents of Bridal Veil Falls. The rushing waters loom above you, dousing you with a generous spray as you face the thundering Falls head-on. Rainbows are usually visible day and night. Everyone can experience the sights of Niagara Falls. A deck has been built 150 feet from the base of the Falls especially designed for handicapped and adults with children in arms.o Take the bridge back to Goat Island to the Cave of the Winds for a wet and wild adventure at the base of the Bridal Veil Falls.
3) Lunch Timeo Continue along the pathways to Top of the Falls restaurant, for lunch. o From there, you can go to Terrapin Point, to view Horseshoe Falls.
o Continue on to view the Horseshoe Rapids at the side of the path.
4) Then ride the Niagara Scenic Trolley to Three Sisters Islands. o Explore the footpaths with spectacular views of the rapids.
5) Fireworks at 10pm/ Falls Illumination
Excursion fees: $20 approx
Third Day: 14/8/2006 Monday
On your third day, explore the Niagara region. Hiking Mainly.
Niagara Gorge Trailhead & Hike Center
New in 2003, the Niagara Gorge Trailhead Building, is the gateway to some of the greatest hiking, walking and cycling trails the area has to offer. Hike, walk, run or bike along the Robert Moses Parkway Trail, a multi-use trail that follows the Niagara Gorge past Whirlpool State Park and Devil's Hole State Park to the Robert Moses Power Plant and the New York Power Authority Visitor Center. Hikers can access the Gorge Rim Trail, the Scenic Overlook Trail and the Great Gorge Railway Trail from the Trailhead Building.
Four guided hikes are offered during the summer season.
Great Gorge Scenic Overlook Hike - Begins at the Trailhead Building and is an easy one hour hike. Age Requirement: None. Fee $2.00/ each*.
Upper Great Gorge Hike - Begins at the Trailhead Building and follows the Great Gorge Railway Trail for an easy two-hour hike. Age Requirement: None. Fee $3.00/ each*.
Devil's Hole Rapids and Giant Rock - Begins at Devil's Hole State Park and is a moderate level two-hour hike. Register at the Trailhead Building. Age Requirement: Ages 8 and over only. Fee $5.00/ each*.
Whirlpool Rapids Adventure Hike - Begins at Whirlpool State Park and is a difficult three-hour hike, including some boulder hopping. Age Requirement: Ages 8 and over only. Fee $7.00/ each*.
*Group Rates Available
If you choose to hike the Niagara Gorge Trail System, be prepared. It includes steep stairs and rocks to climb over. Sturdy footwear is recommended. Call the Trailhead Building at (716) 278-1780 or the Niagara Region Park Interpretive Programs Office (Monday-Friday) at (716) 745-7848 for information, times and reservations.
Fourth day: 15/8/2006 Tuesday
Breakfast and depart at 9am. Back home in NYC by evening.:)
Estimated Budget for 2 pax :
1) Petrol Fees: $150 per couple
2) Accomodation :$290 per couple
3) Pass: $50 ( better to get this since provide unlimited rides in the park)
4) Meals ( Lunch And Dinner): Estimated 150 dollars for 3 days
5) Excursion fees: $140 ( if you choose not to buy the pass with conservative account of the rides on the trolley )
Total:$780 approximate.
Let’s have fun together.
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