city tours gananoque

We use cookies and related technologies to personalize and enhance your experience. By using this site you agree to the use of cookies and related tracking technologies.

Gananoque City Cruises

Toll Free Phone: (800) 459-8105

Get ready to set sail and experience the wonder of the  Thousand Islands  aboard  City Cruises Gananoque  with ports in Gananoque and Ivy Lea. Visit the magnificent  Boldt Castle  on Heart Island, discover and learn about the 1000 islands region, its history, and stories of those who have called it home. Or enjoy a cruise at sunset with breathtaking views of majestic estates and small cottage islands.  With many cruise options to choose from, your visit to the Thousand Islands is sure to be an amazing experience! 1-Hour to Half-Day Cruises available including an officially curated 3-Hour Cruise with views of Boldt Castle, a  Canadian Signature Experience .

2023 Boat Cruise Options:

1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Ivy Lea

1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque

3-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque

5-Hour 1000 Islands Boldt Castle Stopover Cruise from Gananoque

City Cruises Gananoque

• See all photos

3-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque with views of Boldt Castle

5-Hour 1000 Islands Boldt Castle Stopover Cruise from Gananoque

1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque

1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Ivy Lea with views of Boldt Castle

Most Recent: Reviews ordered by most recent publish date in descending order.

Detailed Reviews: Reviews ordered by recency and descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as wait time, length of visit, general tips, and location information.

City Cruises Gananoque - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)

1000 Islands Cruises — Gananoque

Looking for great 1000 Islands cruises? Hop on with City Cruises Gananoque and discover the world-famous 1000 Islands. City Cruises operates triple-decker, all-aluminum vessels with on-board facilities such as restrooms, coffee shops, bars and refreshment areas. Each boat has its own open and enclosed decks.

Choose from one, three or five-hour cruises to enjoy Gananoque’s natural beauty and iconic landmarks such as Boldt Castle and Heart Island. Sail the narrow channels of the Admiralty and Navy group of islands while savouring delicious food and onboard entertainment.

Visit the City Cruises Gananoque website

1000 Islands | George Fischer

How to get to 1000 Islands Cruises — Gananoque

Location: City Cruises Gananoque, 280 Main Street, Gananoque

By car: Gananoque is about a three-hour drive along the ON-401 E from Toronto, and two hours from Ottawa. Paid parking is available onsite.

By transit: VIA Rail provides daily service to Gananoque train station. Take a taxi from the station to the Gananoque City Cruises port.

Know before you go

Outside food and drinks are not permitted onboard. Food and beverages are available for purchase on board.

All passengers on the Boldt Castle stop-over cruise are required to have a valid passport and/or Nexus card to board this cruise as Boldt Castle is an Official Port of Entry into the United States.

Book tickets and find the current City Cruises Gananoque tour schedule online .

Things to do at 1000 Islands Cruises — Gananoque

Discover more activities and experiences.

See famous attractions

Hop on the 3-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise and take in the stunning scenery Gananoque is renowned for. Snap amazing pictures as you sail past the iconic Boldt Castle and Millionaire’s Row.

Explore scenic islands

Learn the history of the 1000 Islands with the 1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise . Cruise narrow channels and discover generations-old cottages dotting the Admiralty and Navy group of islands.

Visit a historic castle

Stop over at Heart Island and tour Boldt Castle with the 5-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise . Other notable sights include Zavikon Island, the St. Lawrence Seaway and the 1000 Islands Bridge.

Articles and itineraries

Get ideas and inspiration for your next trip.

Scenic islands in Ontario boaters should explore

• Read more Scenic islands in Ontario boaters should explore

Sightseeing boat tours and cruises in Ontario

• Read more Sightseeing boat tours and cruises in Ontario

Lakeside summer getaways in Ontario

• Read more Lakeside summer getaways in Ontario

Bucket list kayaking routes in Ontario

• Read more Bucket list kayaking routes in Ontario

Learn about Indigenous culture in Ontario through storytelling

• Read more Learn about Indigenous culture in Ontario through storytelling

The best ways to experience Ontario's waterways

• Read more The best ways to experience Ontario's waterways

Beginner’s guide to kayaking in Ontario

• Read more Beginner’s guide to kayaking in Ontario

15-day Ontario family road trip

Fall colour sightseeing tours in Ontario

• Read more Fall colour sightseeing tours in Ontario

Helicopter, aircraft and hot air balloon tours

• Read more Helicopter, aircraft and hot air balloon tours

Interesting facts about 1000 Islands Cruises—Gananoque

City Cruises Gananoque started out with a local mailman taking passengers along on his boat as he delivered mail to residents living on the 1000 Islands. In 1951, the boat line grew to include Linda 7, a wooden tour boat that could hold 55 passengers. A few years later it was joined by four more wooden, single-decker boats: Linda 4, Miss Rockport 2, the Island Wanderer and Pickle.

In the 1970s, City Cruises Gananoque began building its current vessels, starting with the Thousand Islander. When it set sail, it became the first, all-aluminum tourist vessel in North America.

Accessibility Features

Accessible entrances/exits, accessible parking, accessible restaurant, accessible seating, accessible washroom, assistive listening devices available, service animals welcome, support persons welcome, universal washroom, wheelchair accessible, wheelchair and/or mobility devices available.

Last updated:  May 17, 2024

Looking for Ontario travel advice?

Our experts are here to help you plan your perfect trip. Call or book today.

• Book This Tour

1000 Islands Cruises with Boldt Castle View, Gananoque Canada

• A 3-hour cruise; a Canadian Signature Experience
• Views of the St. Lawrence Seaway, 1000 Islands International Bridge, Millionaires Row, and Boldt Castle.
• This tour blends video and voice commentary, as well as sonar imagery, to bring events and tales to life.
• The City Experiences App provides free audio commentary in multiple languages.
• Food and beverages can be purchased on board.
• On-site parking is accessible for a fee.
• Restrooms are available on board.

Set out on a 1000 Islands Cruises with Boldt Castle View, Gananoque Canada around the stretch of the islands that is both in North America.

Enjoy the narrated tour as you pass by prominent destinations such as Zavikon Island, Millionaire's Row, the St. Lawrence Seaway, and the 1000 Islands Bridge while taking in the gorgeous surroundings.

The renowned Boldt Castle and opulent estates of the famous and wealthy can be found on "Millionaire's Row."

Hear about and uncover the astounding engineering achievements required to construct the St. Lawrence Seaway, the 1000 Islands International Bridge, and so much more!

The ideal way to experience the scenery that has made the area famous throughout the world is on the 3-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise.

Tour Itinerary

Thousand islands bridge.

The Thousand Island International Bridge (French: Pont des Mille-îles) is an international bridge system over the Saint Lawrence River managed by the United States that connects northern New York with southeastern Ontario. The bridges, built in 1937, span the Canada-US border in the heart of the Thousand Islands region.

Boldt Castle and Yacht House

Construction on Boldt Castle began in 1900 at the request of millionaire hotel entrepreneur George C. Boldt as a memorial to his beloved wife Louise. Boldt Castle was created to be their summer fantasy house. A castle worthy of Europe, erected in the middle of the 1000 Islands. Mrs. Boldt, on the other hand, died abruptly just months before the castle's completion. Mr. Boldt was distraught and promptly halted all work, leaving the site unoccupied for more than seventy years.

1000 Islands Tower

On Hill Island, which is essentially on the border between the United States and Canada, there is a concrete observation tower called the 1000 Islands Tower. However, it is officially in Ontario, not New York State. The tower, which was built in 1965, affords panoramic views of both nations' Thousand Islands.

Zavikon Island

Zavikon Island is home to the world's shortest international bridge (32 feet). It joins a Canadian and an American island in the midst of the Saint Lawrence River. The boundary agreement negotiated between Canada and the United States states that no island can be divided into two territories. Two-thirds of the islands are Canadian, however the overall area of the Canadian islands is roughly equal to the American territory.

LEAVE A COMMENT Rating*

Pickup information.

• Departure Point: City Cruises Gananoque , 280 Main St, Gananoque, ON K7G 2M2, Canada A paid parking lot is available on-site. Parking passes are available for purchase at the lot or in the ticket office.
• Return Point: This activity will end right where it started.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

A total refund is applicable for cancellations made up to 24 hours before the experience..

• For a full refund, ensure all cancellation are made no later than 24 hours in advance to the Tour's start-time.
• The amount you paid for booking will not be returned if you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience begins.
• Any alterations requested with less than 24 hours until the experience's start time won't be permitted.
• Cutoff times are established based on the Tour's local time.
• Good weather is required for this Tour. You will be provided with a new date or a full refund if it is postponed due to bad weather.
• A minimum number of participants is necessary for this activity. You will be given the option of a new date or an alternate Tour or a full refund if it is cancelled because the minimum is not reached.

Other Information

• Booking confirmation is provided;
• Wheelchair accessibility is available
• In close proximity to public transportation
• Stroller accessible
• Most tourists can take part in this Tour
• Maximum number of participants in this tour/activity is 225.

Tour Exclusions

• Parking Fees

Most Popular Niagara Falls Tours

Niagara Falls Day Tour From Toronto

Niagara Falls Evening Tour From Toronto

Niagara Falls Half Day Private Tour From Toronto

Niagara Falls Full Day Private Tour From Toronto

Hornblower: Voyage to the Falls Boat Tour

• ToNiagara Tours - Toronto to Niagara Falls Tours
• [email protected]
• P: +1 800-653-2242
• 5 Brisdale Drive, Suite 208, Brampton, ON L7A 0S9, Canada
• Niagara Falls Tours
• Toronto Tours
• 1000 Islands Tours
• Blue Mountain Tours
• Book Your Niagara Falls Tour
• Gift Certificates
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Privacy Policy
• Terms and Conditions
• Niagara Attraction Pass
• Niagara Falls Airplane Tours
• Niagara Falls Boat Tours
• Niagara Falls Bus Tours
• Niagara Falls Helicopter Tours
• Niagara Falls Limo Tours
• Niagara Falls Private Tours
• Niagara Falls Segway Tours
• Niagara Falls Winery Tours
• Niagara Falls Art & Culture Tours
• Niagara Falls Classes & Workshops
• Niagara Falls Food & Drink Tours
• Niagara Falls Seasonal & Special Occasions Tours
• Niagara Falls Tickets & Passes
• Niagara Falls Sightseeing & Cruise Tours
• Niagara Falls Travel & Transportation Services
• Niagara Falls Unique Experiences

Explore by Activity

A World-Class Waterfront Destination

You’ll want to discover the 1000 islands over and over again., welcome to the internationally-renowned 1000 islands.

This is where you can see castles straight out of a storybook and ancient shipwrecks that met their fate in the depths of our waters. 

It’s where you can trek through national parks in the morning and explore charming communities in the afternoon.

It’s what life on the river is all about and you can find it here at this top Ontario destination. 

Thrill Seekers

On the Water

Family-Friendly

Experiences, there’s no shortage of things to do. the only problem deciding what’s first..

Entertainment

Museums & Galleries

Family Friendly

We’ve made it impossible for you to be bored while you’re here.

Live Waterfront Theatre

1000 Islands Helicopter Tours

1000 Islands Kayaking

Rockport Cruises

City Cruises Gananoque

Shorelines Casino Thousand Islands

1000 Islands Drive-In

Treetop Trekking 1000 Islands

1000 Islands Tower

Hotels, motels & inns in the 1000 islands, so that you get a good night’s good sleep and have the energy to explore the next day., the 1000 islands offer a plethora of attractions and activities to enhance your stay. to jumpstart your planning, check out this video, which showcases some of the highlights the region has to offer..

Travelodge by Wyndham Gananoque

Ramada by Wyndham Gananoque Provincial Inn

Gananoque Inn & Spa

Howard Johnson Inn Gananoque

Colonial Resort 1000 Islands

Comfort Inn & Suites 1000 Islands

Holiday inn express 1000 islands gananoque, 1000 islands by map, upcoming events.

“This area is one of the signature tourism spots in Eastern Ontario and in Canada. The natural beauty is astounding with rock outcrops and the beauty of the thousands of islands.”

“This is the most beautiful place on earth. This is where heaven meets earth. You can visit is a hundred different ways and enjoy it just the same. Come by water, air or land. Enjoy a day paddling, swimming or fishing.”

“We didn’t really know what to expect, but our family was enchanted by the town, the scenery, and the region. We had planned a quick overnight stay, but ended up staying two nights and could have stayed longer.”

“What a beautiful part of Ontario. We drove along the Ivy Lea Parkway, stopped and had a picnic lunch, took a boat cruise out of Gananoque, and strolled along the waterfront in Gananoque.”

« Cette région a quelque chose pour tout le monde. Il y a d’excellentes possibilités de baignade et de navigation de plaisance, de bonnes randonnées pédestres et des pistes cyclables, des routes panoramiques à proximité et des tonnes de beaux endroits où passer du temps sur l’eau. »

“This area has something for everyone. Excellent swimming and boating, good hiking and cycling trails, scenic drives are nearby and tons of beautiful places to spend time on the water.”

“I could go back over and over again and still be amazed by this beautiful scenery. Not only can you go there to relax but there is so much to do such as kayaking, biking, walking, discovering, etc. It is a must!”

Family Friendly , Restaurants , Travel Trade & Media

Ice Cream Shops in the 1000 Islands

Family Friendly , Outdoor Activities

Camping in the 1000 Islands

Don’t miss a thing..

Explore the timeless beauty of the 1000 Islands throughout the year. Subscribe to our newsletter for insights into upcoming events and more exciting things to do in the 1000 Islands!

Enter your email here and we’ll make sure you’re always up to date!

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Visitor Information

• (613) 382-8044
• 10 King St E, Gananoque, ON K7G 1E6

Explore by Experience

Copyright © 2023 1000 Islands Tourism.

Terms & Privacy Policy

1000 Islands Tourism acknowledges that we are on traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee (Hoe-den-oh-show-nee) and Anishinabe (A-nish-in-‘a-bay) and First Peoples, and thanks these nations for their care and stewardship over this shared land.

Journey Beyond Borders: Discover, Explore, And Cherish with ToNiagara

• Destinations
• Niagara Falls

City Cruises Gananoque Schedule for 2022

Hello lovely readers! Are you bored of visiting the same places and doing the same activities? Today I have come up with something new. In this article, you are going to read about  City Cruises Gananoque Schedule for 2022. So let us get started.

Sightseeing Paradise

The 1000 Islands are a sight-seeing paradise and a favorite holiday spot for anyone seeking a true outdoor experience. The 1000 Islands is a location with limitless shorelines, rich history, and unique culture, located along the calm border between northern New York State (USA) and southeastern Ontario (Canada).

Places of Interest and Fun

The places you are going to see here are as interesting as its name. There are a lot of things to do and enjoy at this place. And the riding on City Cruises Gananoque can become once in a lifetime experience for you. From Gananoque on the St. Lawrence River, explore the beautiful Thousand Islands! With a variety of cruise choices, you can visit spectacular vistas, Boldt Castle, and more.

Amazing Cruise Tours

At Gananoque, City Cruises provides various cruise rides for travelers according to the comfort and budget of the travelers. I am mentioning the various cruises which City cruises Gananoque provides.

• Heart of the Thousand Island Cruise 

It’s a one-hour trip that takes you around the Admiralty and Navy Islands. You may also take in the splendor of centuries-old Summer homes and Cottages. It’s excellent if you’re short on time but still want to enjoy the voyage while taking in the sights. For more information and to book your cruise, click here .

Talking of its schedule, this cruise is opening for tourists on 7th May 2022. From May 7th till May 20th the cruise is going to depart from Gananoque at 10:30 AM(only Saturday), 11:30 AM, 2:00 PM, and 3:30 PM. Between May 21 and June 24 the timings are going to be 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 2:00 PM, and 4:30 PM. Whereas, from June 25 till September 5, the timings will be 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM, 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM.  For September 6 to September 18 the schedule is the same as it is for May 21 to June 24. Similarly, the schedule is the same for September 19 to October 16 and from May 7 to May 20.

• Sunset Sightseeing Cruise 

Unlike other cruises, you will be able to see the splendor of the islands at sunset on this tour. There’s fauna there, as well as UNESCO and Parks Canada-designated islands. This cruise will last around one and a half hours. For more information and to arrange a tour to enjoy the fascination of the sunset, click here .

These cruises will be open from June 25th till September 5. And the timing for this cruise will be 6:30 PM every day.

• Discovery and Depth of the 1000 Islands

To bring events and narratives to life, the tour includes video and audio commentary as well as side-scan sonar images. The St. Lawrence Seaway, the American and Canadian Spans of the 1000 Islands International Bridge, Millionaires Row, Boldt Castle, and the Statue of St. Lawrence are all worth visiting in under three hours. For further information and to arrange a tour, please click here .

You can enjoy this cruise from May 7 till October 16. The timings will be 10:30 AM and 1:00 PM for May 7 till May 30. Other than these timings you can enjoy the ride at 3:30 PM too, between May 21 and June 24. You have a lot of time options between June 25 and September 5, they are 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 1:30 PM, 3:00 PM, and 4:30 PM. From September 6 to 18 the time slots will be 10:30 am 1:00 pm and 3:30 pm. From September 19 till October 6 they are going to be 10:30 am and 1:00 pm. 

• Boldt Castle Stop Over Cruise 

If you want to spend some time sightseeing and enjoying the various vistas I’ve covered on previous cruises as well as a stop at the Boldt Castle, the Boldt Castle Stop Over Cruise is the ideal option. On this voyage, you will be able to visit the St. Lawrence Seaway, the American and Canadian Spans of the 1000 Islands International Bridge, Millionaires Row, Boldt Castle, and the Statue of St. Lawrence. In the midst of the trip, there will be a 2-hour break during which you will have the opportunity to learn about the history of Boldt Castle. For more information and to book the tour, click here .

As these are five hour-long cruises so the for this cruise there will be only one timeslot on different dates. Between May 7 and 19 you can enjoy the cruise only on Saturdays, the departure time will be 12:00 pm . From May 20 till September 18 you will be able to take this fascinating tour every day at 12:00 pm . Again from September 19 till October 16 only Saturdays are grated for this cruise at the same time ie. 12:00 pm .

Disclaimer: The mentioned timings are subjected to the information provided on April 20, 2022. There might be changes since then, for more information and confirmation please contact the provided links.

What are you waiting for? Discuss with your loving ones and decide which cruise tour you want to go for and book your tickets right away before all the slots get full. Enjoy these beautiful Islands and observe nature from its lap. I hope you enjoyed reading the article. If you want any other information regarding the tour please feel free to contact ToNiagara.

Popular Destinations

• British Columbia
• Eastern Canada
• Nova Scotia

Most Popular

What Airport Is Closest To Niagara Falls In Canada?

NIAGARA FALLS WINTER FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

Why Is Niagara Falls Important To Canada?

What Time Are The Fireworks In Niagara Falls On New Years Eve?

Canadian Side Tour of Niagara Falls with Optional Maid of The Mist Boat Ride

Fallsview Casino Resort

Most popular niagara falls tours.

(Legendary Boat Ride Into The Very Heart Of Niagara Falls)">Voyage To The Falls Boat Tour (Legendary Boat Ride Into The Very Heart Of Niagara Falls)

(Pickups From Scarborough)">Best Value Scarborough To Niagara Falls Day Tour (Pickups From Scarborough)

Boarding Time 9:15 pm, Niagara Falls, ON, Canada">Falls Fireworks Cruise Boarding Time 9:15 pm, Niagara Falls, ON, Canada

(Small Group. Includes Boat Cruise & Wine Tasting)">Scarborough To Niagara Falls Day Tour (Small Group. Includes Boat Cruise & Wine Tasting)

(Pickups From Toronto & Mississauga)">Best Value Toronto to Niagara Falls Day Tour (Pickups From Toronto & Mississauga)

(Small Group. Includes Boat Cruise & Wine Tasting)">Scarborough To Niagara Falls Day And Evening Tour (Small Group. Includes Boat Cruise & Wine Tasting)

Insert/edit link.

Enter the destination URL

Or link to existing content

• Search Experiences
• Manage Booking
• Phone # SMS #
• My Offers 5

5-Hour 1000 Islands Boldt Castle Stopover Cruise from Gananoque

Be the first to get offers and news, shopping cart, find your experience.

5-Hour 1000 Islands Boldt Castle Stopover Cruise from Gananoque

• 5-Hour Cruise; a Canadian Signature Experience
• Views of the St. Lawrence Seaway, Millionaires Row, Boldt Castle.
• Views of American & Canadian Spans of 1000 Islands International Bridge and Statue of St. Lawrence
• Onboard food and beverage available for purchase.
• Audio Commentary in English and French.
• Restroom on board
• Paid parking available on site.
• Parking Fees
• City Cruises Gananoque, 280 Main St, Gananoque, ON K7G 2M2, Canada A paid parking lot is available on-site. Parking passes are available for purchase at the lot or in the ticket office.
• Service animals allowed
• Pushchair accessible
• Wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travellers can participate
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled 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 225 travellers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
• Boldt Castle and the Boldt Yacht House
• 1000 Islands Tower
• Thousand Islands Bridge

Similar experiences

• abrara492 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Fun and informative! Thanks to the kind staff, we had a wonderful time. We went on a weekday and the ship had lots of space. It was a beautiful experience and with the kids, 3 hours was just perfect. Enough time to enjoy the views, listen to fun facts and take photos. Read more Written May 9, 2024
• Tufjzydidhrjdk 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Lovely expensive cruise Very nice cruise on the St Laurent river but a bit expensive. Free parking on the spot appreciated. Friendly staff on board. Read more Written April 19, 2024
• Allie514 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Nice way to see the 1000 Islands. Fantastic boat tour! Lots of history and great views of everything, including Boldt Castle. The boat had enough space to move around easily and the company caps the number of guests on each tour so you have opportunity to view the sites from different spots on the boat since it's not jam-packed. We all enjoyed the tour. Read more Written March 4, 2024
• 739annettk 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Unacceptable cancellation policy - be aware!!! Booked and fully prepaid a 1 hour cruise in October 2023 for our group of 18 back in May 2023. On the day of the cruise we had one person really sick and he couldn't participate. I did ask for a refund for the one ticket, but was told that the refund policy is 7 days. This is ridiculous! Prepaid month in advance and they cannot refund 1 ticket out of 18?! I loved working with the local tour operators in the past, but this company seems to get the small ones out of business and rule everything. Be aware! Don't pre-book!!! There was lots of space on the ship, even though it was a beautiful and sunny day. Read more Written October 31, 2023
• TERRAvelista 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Will be back We came once again here, as we cannot get enough of this great part of the world with it's small islands stretching between USA and Canada and yes, most surely we will come again in the future. Although we set our base in Belleville, we were travelling returning from our 3000 km trip between PEI and Toronto and I called in advance to ensure the cruise will not be busy for their afternoon 1h tour: - the person on the phone confirmed there were only a few people buying tickets due to being late September and asked to pay a fee higher than what we paid later on at the ticket office - we noticed nowadays the ticket office is housed in a different building, where they also have a souvenir shop but no toilets. The original building is now a shop and restaurant with live music - although I took pictures of the City cruises, we actually took the Thousand island boat which is laid on 2 levels: the first level with air conditioned inside and where the bar with drinks/snacks is and also toilets. The second level is not covered and a seagull travelled with us without paying any fee - Mr Bad!!!! - the tour is narrated and you learn lots of things about the life on the islands, how difficult is to get the produce and how most are un-inhabited in the cold season - there are still some people on the island waiving friendly or kayakers - after getting the tickets and parking the car at a discounted cost in their car park, we were fortunate to be the first in line for this boat, some 30min earlier: when we were here in the past, we noticed how people were running to get the best seats which is not nice to see. Even so, near us, there was a group who kept moving in 3 different directions repeatedly to take their 'best pictures' annoying just about everybody. Everything is very idyllic, yet every single time I get a headache, no idea why: could be the engine smell, or the heat etc. Yet we are still going to return here. Read more Written October 28, 2023
• 991antonr 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Pleasant trip The boat was ok but very noisy on the lower deck. One of the seats on the upper deck had a small split which caused a small tear in my wife's trousers. The commentary was reasonably clear and provided some interesting information. It was a pleasant 3 hour cruise, although the amount of development on the islands and along the river bank was surprising. Read more Written October 25, 2023
• Curtrm61 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles 1000 Island tour Trip was a lot of fun. Great sites, great narratives. Staff was nice and friendly. Boat speed was perfect to be able to take the pics we wanted. Read more Written October 22, 2023
• 924maryjanet 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A must do in Gananoque! The views were amazing and so many picturesque opportunities! The boat also gets close enough to the castle that you can some pretty good pictures! Definitely a trip to remember. Read more Written October 20, 2023
• 685oleksandrg 0 contributions 2.0 of 5 bubbles ill-considered booking Unfortunately, we were not able to arrive on time to take part in the cruise. We were travelling from another city and there was a problem with our car. As we found out when we contacted the cruise company, we would have had an opportunity to rebook the cruise, if we had booked it through the website of the cruise company, but since we booked it through Tripadvisor, we did not have such an option. So, if you aren't sure, whether you can arrive on time, we would definitely recommed to make a reservation through the cruise company directly. Read more Written October 7, 2023
• Anonymous855 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles A long 3 hour cruise with not much to see I was hoping the trees would be turning colors but nope and so until we got to Boldt castle, it was a bit dull. Pretty scenery for about 30 minutes, that's enough. We circled the castle island twice and then came back, of course, the same route. Now I was bored and went down a deck to eat popcorn and check my phone. 3 hours was too long for an adult with a terrific attention span....think about it. Parking was more expensive than the website says too. Read more Written September 28, 2023
• gopak619 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A fun, comfortable, and interesting cruise around a lovely area. Very scenic and interesting. We had wanted to take the longer cruise that included the Boalt Castle visit, but that wasn’t available. It turns out the 3 hour cruise was just right — pleasant, informative, and not too long. Read more Written September 25, 2023
• 615filomenag 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles The Worse Boat Tour First of all, the price was ridiculous much more than the one we took with Clayton Tours in Kingston and it was approximately 3 hrs. I am still fighting with this company for my refund. It also cost $9 to park they kept stressing it was all day parking. The tour NEVER TOOK PLACE! They had us all board the boat and for the first 30 mins it was TOTAL SILENCE - no one spoke to any of us. Finally, I asked 2 very nice girls at snack bar what was up. They told us that the sound and video system was down and we would only be riding on the river for an hr clueless to our surroundings. They knew of a couple things and were kind enough to point them out. BOGUS!!!! Read more Written September 24, 2023
• andreasU7202RL 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Calm experience Calm.experience. Friendly staff Well organized. Get there early to get a hood seat. . Beautiful day on the water. Great commentary if you want yo listen but mot too intrusive if you don’t. Read more Written September 24, 2023
• AndrewM826 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles go on a sunny day nice scenery but a bit too long. it would have been much nicer if the weather was better, we had some rain. Read more Written September 20, 2023
• waltersU1843ED 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles this should be on every body's visit list We took the 3 hours tour and it was better than we had expected. Very interesting about the history of this particular area between Canada and USA. The properties are beautiful or stunning in some cases! Read more Written September 18, 2023

Most Recent: Reviews ordered by most recent publish date in descending order.

Detailed Reviews: Reviews ordered by recency and descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as waiting time, length of visit, general tips, and location information.

5-Hour 1000 Islands Boldt Castle Stopover Cruise from Gananoque provided by City Cruises Gananoque

‘Grand Tour’ Review: Miguel Gomes’ Dreamy, Delirious Time-Swirling Travelogue Through East and Southeast Asia

Bristling with life and song and revelatory collisions between cultures and timeframes, the Portuguese master's Cannes Competition title is a healing balm for trying times.

By Jessica Kiang

Jessica Kiang

• ‘All We Imagine as Light’ Review: A Glowing Portrait of Urban Connection and Unexpected Sisterhood 2 days ago
• ‘The Other Way Around’ Review: A Charming Madrid-Set Meta-Ode to the Optimistic Fallacy of the ‘Good Break-Up’ 3 days ago
• ‘Grand Tour’ Review: Miguel Gomes’ Dreamy, Delirious Time-Swirling Travelogue Through East and Southeast Asia 4 days ago

Popular on Variety

All we know is that, when this low-level British diplomat (who, like all the British characters, whether they hail from London or pine for Yorkshire, speaks in Portuguese) shows up at Mandalay train station, it is 1918, near midnight and he is drunk. The next day, when he goes to pick Molly up from her arriving steamship, his nerve suddenly fails, and before he even claps eyes on her, he scarpers onto the next ship bound for Singapore.

This is the story of “Grand Tour,” but it is not the half of “Grand Tour.” From the beginning, Gomes’ eccentric, puckish sensibilities are in evidence, with every beautifully rendered black-and-white, period-set interior alternating with bustling, bristling contemporary footage of the various towns and countries featured. Between 1918 and now, some of them have changed their names — Burma is now Myanmar, Siam is now Thailand — but none have changed their spirit, a fact that the seemingly reckless but actually deceptively meticulous construction makes clear.

Sometimes in color, sometimes in monochrome, with the narrators speaking the local lingo and knitting Edward and Molly’s colonial-era stories into the Asia of today, we get gorgeous on-the-fly snapshots of modern life across the continent. A rickety Rangoon ferris wheel propelled by hand (and foot). Workers untangling the wires atop Saigon’s overloaded telephone poles. Old Chinese men playing mahjong; Filipino locals riding tuktuks; Lunar New Year fireworks exploding over the Saigon skyline; a portly man in a restaurant moving himself to tears with his karaoke rendition of “My Way” before returning to his noodles, dabbing at wet eyes.

The film also has a recurring motif in the puppet shows that seemingly every culture has developed, and developed differently, as a storytelling medium. There are marionettes and paper silhouettes and two-person representations of — are they turkeys? Ostriches? Who knows? But that we always see the puppeteers as much as we see their puppets seems appropriate to the sense we get, throughout this overflowing cornucopia of worldly pleasures, of a single intelligence, a particular curiosity and a uniquely skewed sense of humor unifying so much that, in our darker moods, might seem actually to divide us.

Gomes shot this extraordinary film in an extraordinary way. Hampered by Covid-era restrictions, a lot of the modern footage — credited to three cinematographers in Rui Poças, Sayombhu Mukdeeprom and Guo Liang — was directed remotely, while the period segments, whether in bamboo forests or Raffles Hotel or aboard a ship whose captain speaks in six different languages over the mooing of a cargo hold full of cows, were creations on a sound stage. But even aside from the occasional deliberate anachronism — like a cellphone dropped in a forest when Molly is on the verge of catching up to Edward — and despite the brash collisions of stock and style, and scripted fiction and found-footage reality, “Grand Tour” is a remarkably coherent, if richly complex experience.

Reviewed at Cannes Film Festival (Competition). May 22, 2024. Running time: 129 MIN.

• Production: (Portugal-Italy-France) An Uma Pedra no Sapato production in co-production with Vivo film, Shellac, Cinéma Defacto. (World sales: Match Factory, Cologne.) Producer: Filipa Reis. Executive Producer: João Miller Guerra. Co-producers: Marta Donzelli, Gregorio Paonessa, Thomas Ordonneau, Tom Dercourt. 
• Crew: Director: Miguel Gomes. Screenplay: Mariana Ricardo, Telmo Churro, Maureen Fazendeiro, Miguel Gomes. Camera: Rui Poças, Sayombhu Mukdeeprom, Guo Liang. Editors: Telmo Churro, Pedro Filipe Marques.
• With: Crista Alfaiate, Gonçalo Waddington, Cláudio da Silva, Lang Khê Tran. (Portuguese, Chinese, Thai, French, Burmese, Vietnamese, Filipino, Japanese dialogue)

More From Our Brands

Nadal vs. zverev livestream: how to watch the french open first round tennis match online free, dodgers star shohei ohtani scores a socal estate for $7.8 million, juan soto open to all suitors, but few teams can afford him, the best loofahs and body scrubbers, according to dermatologists, lanterns: damon lindelof among writers of dc’s green lantern series, james gunn confirms, verify it's you, please log in.