1000 Islands, Clayton, NY
Sep 1, 2026 - Sep 3, 2026
Spend 3 days in the Heart of the 1000 Islands - Clayton, NY.
3 Day(s) | 4 Meals
Highlights
- Deluxe Motorcoach
- 2 Nights 1000 Islands Harbor Hotel
- Uncle Sam Two Castles Cruise
- Boldt Castle
- Singer Castle - please note that Singer Castle is not handicap accessible and requires a lot of stairs and walking
- Antique Boat Museum
- 4 Meals: 2 breakfasts, 2 dinners
- Friendship Tours Escort
Itinerary
Day 1
Depart aboard a deluxe motorcoach for the heart of the 1000 Islands, Clayton, NY. Enjoy 2 nights accommodations at the 1000 ISLANDS HARBOR HOTEL, a AAA Four Diamond property idyllically set on the banks of the majestic St. Lawrence River, welcoming guests with luxury accommodations and unmatched hospitality. Welcome dinner marks our arrival.
Day 2
Experience the beauty of the 1000 Islands on Uncle Sam Boat Tours’ TWO CASTLES CRUISE, featuring a narrated scenic ride along the St. Lawrence River. Enjoy a guided tour of SINGER CASTLE on Dark Island, a 1905 medieval-style fortress built for Frederick Bourne of the Singer Sewing Machine Company, complete with secret passages and elegant period rooms. The cruise continues to BOLDT CASTLE, the grand turn-of-the-century estate built by hotel magnate George C. Boldt as a romantic tribute to his wife. Explore Boldt Castle at your own pace with a self-guided visit before returning to Alexandria Bay. A perfect way to explore two iconic island castles in one unforgettable trip. Dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 3
Enjoy a guided tour of the ANTIQUE BOAT MUSEUM, where knowledgeable docents lead you through beautifully curated galleries showcasing historic wooden boats, classic runabouts, sleek racing craft, and the rich maritime heritage of the St. Lawrence River. Learn how these vessels were built, used, and lovingly preserved as you explore hands-on exhibits and hear stories of river life. Your visit also includes a tour of the Museum’s showpiece—the fully restored houseboat La Duchesse, once owned by hotel magnate George Boldt. Step aboard this elegant 1903 floating home to see its original furnishings, spacious salons, and charming details, offering a rare glimpse into early 20th-century leisure on the water. Head for home with memories of our getaway on the St. Lawrence Seaway.
Departure Locations
Waterbury
Depart: 7:00 AM
Return: 8:45 PM
Chase Parkway Commuter Park & Ride, 709 Chase Parkway, across from Naugatuck Valley Community College, Waterbury, CT
New Britain
Depart: 7:45 AM
Return: 8:15 PM
New Britain Park & Ride Lot across from Target & Costco, 57 Village Square Rd, New Britain
Manchester
Depart: 8:15 AM
Return: 7:45 PM
Manchester, Park & Ride Commuter Lot, Buckland Street & Pleasant Valley Road
West Springfield, MA
Depart: 9:00 AM
Return: 7:00 PM
Quality Inn, 1150 Riverdale St, West Springfield, MA
Exit 10B from I-91 / Riverdale St (Rte 5) / park in the back of the hotel parking lot
Pricing
DOUBLE - PER PERSON
$829
SINGLE - PER PERSON
$1065
TRIPLE - PER PERSON
$829
Policies
Payment Policy
DEPOSIT: $300 per person due with reservations; FINAL PAYMENT: July 21, 2026Cancellation Policy
If a passenger cancels from deposit to July 21, 2026 fee of $75.00 pp; July 22, 2026 to August 18, 2026 fee of $300.00 pp; no refunds if canceled on August 19, 2026 or later unless a substitute is provided.Trip Protection Policy
Trip Protection Coverage is strongly recommended. Trip Protection offers coverage for Cancellation for covered medical reasons, Interruption, Emergency Medical, Travel Delay, & more.
The AON/NTA Travel Protection Plan offers 3 levels of insurance: Basic or Enhanced or Enhanced with Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR). The Pre-existing medical condition exclusion can be waived by purchasing the Enhanced Plan within 14 days of your deposit or initial payment. The Enhanced Plan with the add-on of CFAR must be purchased within 14 days of initial deposit. CFAR allows you to cancel for any reason up to 48 hours prior to departure and reimburses up to 75% of your nonrefundable trip cost.
To enroll: https://nta.aontravelprotect.com Tour Operator Location #076068 OR call AON 1-800-388-1470.
Premiums are non-refundable once paid. Terms & Conditions apply. Plan details are available at https://www.friendshiptours.net/protection-plan. Call Friendship Tours 860-243-1630 for assistance in enrolling.
