Boldt Castle and 2 Nation Tour
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. 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, 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.
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.
Inclusions
- Sightseeing boat cruise
- Local naturalist guide
- Restroom on board
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Clayton Island Tours, 39611 Chateau Lane, Clayton, NY 13624
Our Starting Location 39611 Chateau Lane, Clayton New York
Pass By: Saint Lawrence River, New York
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.
Pass By: Thousand Islands, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
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.
Pass By: Wellesley Island, Alexandria Bay, NY
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
Stop At: Boldt Castle and Yacht House, Heart Island, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
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!
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Pass By: Wellesley Island State Park, 44927 Cross Island Rd, Wellesley Island, NY 13640-3105
Wellesley Island State Park is a 2, 636-acre state park located on Wellesley Island in the St. Lawrence River
Pass By: Thousand Islands Bridge, 43530 US Route 81, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607-2306
This tour travels under two spans of the Thousand Islands Bridge System. One in Canada and one in the US
Pass By: Thousand Islands New York, Thousand Islands New York, New York
We get you closer to the islands than any other tour!
Pass By: Rock Island Lighthouse State Park, St. Lawrence Seaway, Clayton, NY
View Rock Island Lighthouse as we pass by Rock Island
Pass By: Clayton, Clayton, New York
Clayton Waterfront
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Clayton Island Tours, 39611 Chateau Lane, Clayton, NY 13624
Our Starting Location 39611 Chateau Lane, Clayton New York
Pass By: Saint Lawrence River, New York
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.
Pass By: Thousand Islands, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
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.
Pass By: Wellesley Island, Alexandria Bay, NY
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
Stop At: Boldt Castle and Yacht House, Heart Island, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
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!
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Pass By: Wellesley Island State Park, 44927 Cross Island Rd, Wellesley Island, NY 13640-3105
Wellesley Island State Park is a 2, 636-acre state park located on Wellesley Island in the St. Lawrence River
Pass By: Thousand Islands Bridge, 43530 US Route 81, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607-2306
This tour travels under two spans of the Thousand Islands Bridge System. One in Canada and one in the US
Pass By: Thousand Islands New York, Thousand Islands New York, New York
We get you closer to the islands than any other tour!
Pass By: Rock Island Lighthouse State Park, St. Lawrence Seaway, Clayton, NY
View Rock Island Lighthouse as we pass by Rock Island
Pass By: Clayton, Clayton, New York
Clayton Waterfront
Additional information
- No passport required
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Stroller accessible
- Please arrive 30 minutes prior to departure. Receive boarding pass from our blue ticket booth
- Service animals allowed
- Picnic Lunches are available for all tours - $12.00 Adult/$8.00 Children - Please call ahead to pre-order
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
cuse518
October 2021
The narrator was excellent we learned all about the 1000 Islands and area history. Smooth boat ride out and back.
The narrator was excellent we learned all about the 1000 Islands and area history. Smooth boat ride out and back.ajg7417
October 2021
Scenic and informative tour. The castle is amazing, Unfortunately, mother nature decided not to change colors or it would have been 6 stars and perfect.
Scenic and informative tour. The castle is amazing, Unfortunately, mother nature decided not to change colors or it would have been 6 stars and perfect.Gilly1961
October 2021
Fabulous trip. Dennis has so much knowledge of the islands and area which he shares in a professional and entertaining manner. We thoroughly enjoyed the whole trip.
Fabulous trip. Dennis has so much knowledge of the islands and area which he shares in a professional and entertaining manner. We thoroughly enjoyed the whole trip.debbiefG841HX
October 2021
Highly recommend this trip! We had a blast. Wish we had a little more time at the castle 💕 would definitely do this again
Highly recommend this trip! We had a blast. Wish we had a little more time at the castle 💕 would definitely do this againTheresa T
October 2021
Very nice and knowledgeable about the information about the Islands. The whole experience was wonderful. Would recommend them to anyone.
Very nice and knowledgeable about the information about the Islands. The whole experience was wonderful. Would recommend them to anyone.Chuck_G
October 2021
Great tour of 1000 islands with a stop at Boldt Castle. Guide was very knowledgeable about the area.
Great tour of 1000 islands with a stop at Boldt Castle. Guide was very knowledgeable about the area.