1000 Islands 2-Hour Cruise & Victorian High Tea 

Passports are NOT required for this day trip.​
Please note this is a long day! Total duration is 11-13 hours depending on your pickup location!
Discover the beauty of the 1000 Islands with this experience available exclusively through ShortTrips.ca

This elevated version of our popular Classic 1000 Islands tour begins with an elegant waterfront high tea in the beautifully restored Old Boathouse, a charming Victorian-era landmark that has been transformed into one of the region's distinctive event venues. Just to clarify, the high tea is served on land and NOT on the cruise itself.

Before boarding your cruise, settle into the warm, inviting atmosphere overlooking the St. Lawrence River. Enjoy a high tea featuring delicate finger sandwiches, savoury pastries, scones with clotted cream and jam, buttery mini croissants, an assortment of elegant petit fours and sweet treats, and your choice from a selection of premium loose-leaf teas including Earl Grey, Darjeeling, Masala Chai, Kahwa, Hibiscus, and Chai Tea. It's the perfect opportunity to relax, savour the flavours, and soak in the historic waterfront setting before your cruise.

After high tea, we board for our spectacular 2-hour cruise through the heart of the world-famous 1000 Islands. Sit back and relax as we glide past magnificent waterfront mansions, historic landmarks, and tiny island cottages scattered across the sparkling St. Lawrence River. Live commentary brings the region to life with fascinating stories of Boldt Castle, Millionaires' Row, and the rich history of this remarkable waterway.

From an elegant waterfront tea experience to one of Canada's most scenic cruises, this exclusive Short Trips itinerary offers a memorable day you simply won't find anywhere else. Bring your camera and prepare to experience the 1000 Islands in style.

Tour Dates

1-Day Tour
​Tue July 28, 2026

Price

$209 per person
All prices are per person, in Canadian dollars. All taxes and tips are included!

Pickup Locations

9:15 AM Mississauga McDonalds  Hurontario & Courtney Park Drive
9:50 AM York Mills Station
10:15 AM Scarborough Town Centre
10:50 Whitby Carpool Lot Hwy 401 & Brock St S
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.
  • High Tea before the cruise included, see menu below.
  • One ticket for the 2-hour "Palaces & Palisades" narrated boat cruise through the 1000 Islands.
  • Morning and evening breaks at highway rest areas on the way to and from the 1000 Islands Region.
  • Escorted tour with ShortTrips.ca tour director available during tour. 
  • All tips & taxes included.

Approximate Return Times

  • Whitby 8:45 PM
  • Scarborough 9:15 PM
  • York Mills Station 9:35 PM
  • Mississauga 10:05 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. 

High Tea at the Rockport Boathouse

Our menu is as follows! Due to the nature of this dining experience, we regret we’re unable to accommodate substitutions or special dietary requests. Guests are invited to enjoy whatever appeals to them from the selections that they will be provided, see menu below.