1000 Islands Palaces & Palisades Cruise: A Canadian Signature Experience
Includes visit to the Big Apple

Passports are NOT required for this day trip.​
This 2-hour cruise with Rockport Cruise Line features the Canadian Palisades where a statue of St. Lawrence watches over the river that bears his name and is one of Canada’s Signature Experiences. Sail under the 1000 Islands International Bridge and discover a stretch of cottage country called Millionaire’s Row. Cruise around magnificent Boldt Castle, built as a tribute to George Boldt’s wife who tragically passed away before construction was completed. Watch for Zavikon Island, Casablanca on Cherry Island, a grand estate built in 1892 as well as many other beautiful homes in this photographer’s paradise.

Our trip also includes an dinner stop at The Big Apple to allow you to get something to eat and also do some yummy shopping too!
  • This is a long day, total duration is 11-13 hours depending on your pickup location.
  • Meals are not included on this tour. You are welcome to bring a packed picnic lunch with you. Additionally we will be stopping at a highway travel plaza for a morning break where you will have an opportunity to purchase something for lunch. Options at this location are Tim Hortons, Starbucks, Burger King, Booster Juice and a convenience store offering sandwiches, drinks and snacks etc.
  • The ship has a snack bar offering small snacks and beverages. Outside food & beverages are not permitted on the cruise ship.

Tour Dates

1-Day Tour
Sat Aug 23, 2025
​Sat Sep 13, 2025

Price

$149 per person
All prices are per person, in Canadian dollars. All taxes and tips are included!

Pickup Locations

9:00 AM Mississauga McDonalds  Hurontario & Courtney Park Drive
9:35 AM York Mills Station
10:00 AM Scarborough Town Centre
To book over the phone
​please call (866) 208-2950

Inclusions

  • Round trip transportation from the Toronto area to Rockport on a highway motorcoach with a washroom and WiFi.
  • One ticket for the 2-hour "Palaces & Palisades" narrated boat cruise through the 1000 Islands.
  • Dinner stop at The Big Apple for dinner. Price of meal not included. Click here for menu.
  • Escorted tour with ShortTrips.ca tour director available during tour. 
  • All tips & taxes included.

Approximate Return Times

  • Scarborough 9:00 PM
  • York Mills Station 9:20 PM
  • Mississauga 9:45 PM

Deposits, Payments, Cancellations & Refunds

  • 100% full refund if you cancel at least 7 days before the trip departure date. 
  • Sorry but no refunds if cancellation is received less then 7 days before trip departure date. 
  • You can transfer your seat to anyone else you know, up to the time of departure without penalty. 

Travelling With Children

  • Children 10+ are welcome on this tour. Price is the same as adults.