Gananoque/Ivy Lea: 1000 Islands Highlights Scenic Cruise 1-Hour Cruise from Gananoque

Sail from Gananoque or Ivy Lea to explore the stunning natural beauty and history of the 1000 Islands. Admire highlights including Boldt Castle, the Zavikon Islands, and the statue of St. Lawrence.
Come on board City Cruises from Gananoque and join a one or three-hour cruise taking you closer to the scenery than any other cruise available in the 1000 Islands. Referred to by the Iroquois Nation as the “Garden of the Great Spirit,” the tranquility of the area belies a history of adventures, wars, and rebellions. See fifth and sixth-generation family cottages. Cruise the narrow channels of the Admiralty and Navy group of islands in the most intimate tour the 1000 Islands has to offer.

Gananoque is the gateway to the 1000 Islands, located approximately 3 hours from Toronto, two hours from Ottawa, and three hours from Montreal. Gananoque is just 15 minutes from the border crossing into New York State via the 1000 Islands Bridge and is only 50 minutes from Watertown. Our community is accessible from Highway 401 and Highway 2 from Kingston, Ontario.

1 Hour Cruise: Join the 1-hour cruise from the port at Ivy Lea or Gananoque and experience the beauty of the region from the St. Lawrence River. During this cruise in the heart of the 1000 Islands, see Boldt Castle, the 1000 Islands International Bridge, and Zavikon Islands containing the smallest International Bridge in the world. Cruise past the Statue of St. Lawrence, while he watches peacefully over the moving vessels on the river. This statue is only visible from the water, standing high above on a rock cut.

3-hour Cruise: Departs from Gananoque and it is a Canadian Signature Experience. This tour tells the story about the 1000 islands region, its history, and stories of those who have called it home. You will see the famed Boldt Castle and lavish homes of the rich and famous on “Millionaire’s Row.” Learn about and discover the remarkable feats of engineering required to build the St. Lawrence Seaway, 1000 Islands International Bridge and so much more!

The 1000 Islands cruise with an onboard audio commentary in English and French is the perfect way to explore the scenery that has made the region famous throughout the world.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.