1000 Islands Cruises — Tour Guides

Honest, detailed guides to every tour we feature — what each one includes, what it costs, and what real travelers say.

Table set for dinner on the glass-topped deck of a 1000 islands dinner cruise boat at sunset on the St. Lawrence River

1000 Islands Dinner Cruise: 2026 Prices & Real Options

1000 islands dinner cruise prices, schedule and menu for 2026: CAD $124 from Kingston, a cheaper lunch route, and how it compares to daytime sightseeing.

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Sightseeing boat docked on the Kingston waterfront before a Kingston 1000 Islands cruise, Fort Henry visible across the water

Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises vs Gananoque: 2026 Guide

Kingston 1000 Islands cruises never reach Boldt Castle. Compare Kingston's lineup against the Gananoque and Ivy Lea sailings with 2026 prices.

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Passengers boarding a Thousand Islands cruise boat at the dock, the moment a 1000 islands cruise passport check would happen

Do You Need a Passport for a 1000 Islands Cruise? 2026

Do you need a passport for a 1000 Islands cruise? No for four of the five sailings, yes only for the Boldt Castle landing. See the rule for every route.

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Cruise boat weaving between forested granite islands on a 1000 Islands cruise worth visiting on the St. Lawrence River

Is a 1000 Islands Cruise Worth It? An Honest 2026 Answer

Is a Thousand Islands cruise worth it? Real prices from $29 to $66, the review pattern behind 4.5 and 4.6 ratings, and who should skip it.

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