Itinerary
- Day 1
Chicago
You'll arrive in Chicago this afternoon with flights scattered throughout the day, so there's nothing scheduled until you get to your hotel. Take time to settle in and rest after traveling. The evening is yours to do as you like.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hyatt Regency)
- Day 2
Chicago
This morning starts with a guided architecture tour covering Michigan Avenue, the Magnificent Mile, the Wrigley Building, the Loop, the Lakefront, and Millennium Park. You'll head back to the hotel around 1 p.m., and the afternoon is free. Consider visiting museums, taking a scenic boat ride on the Chicago River, or checking out the Chicago Cultural Center. Later this evening, you'll join the group for a welcome dinner at Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Welcome dinner at Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hyatt Regency)
Included Activities
- Guided architecture tour of Chicago including Michigan Avenue, the Magnificent Mile, Wrigley Building, the Loop, the Lakefront, and Millennium Park
- Dinner at Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse
Optional Activities
- Visit Chicago museums
- Scenic boat ride along the Chicago River
- Visit Chicago Cultural Center
Landmarks Michigan Avenue Wrigley Building The Loop Chicago Lakefront Millennium Park Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse Chicago Cultural Center 
- Day 3
Chicago to Grand Rapids
You'll travel north to Grand Rapids, Michigan today. Once you arrive, spend the afternoon at the Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park, where you can walk through various gardens, greenhouses, and art exhibits spread across the property.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Courtyard Grand Rapids Downtown)
Included Activities
- Visit Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
Landmarks Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park - Day 4
Grand Rapids to Mackinac Island
Today involves a scenic drive north to Mackinaw City at the tip of Michigan's lower peninsula. You'll explore the coastal town and have lunch, then board the ferry to Mackinac Island. When you arrive, you'll notice something unusual: there are no cars here, just horses. Check into the Grand Hotel, a Victorian-era resort and National Historic Landmark. After dinner at your hotel, wander the quaint village streets or relax on the famous front porch.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at Grand Hotel)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Grand Hotel)
Included Activities
- Ferry ride from Mackinaw City to Mackinac Island
- Dinner at Grand Hotel
Optional Activities
- Explore Mackinaw City
- Leisurely stroll through Mackinac Island village
- Relax on Grand Hotel's front porch
Landmarks Mackinaw City Mackinac Island Grand Hotel Mackinac State Park - Day 5
Mackinac Island
You'll start with a horse-drawn carriage tour of the island that includes the Surrey Hills Carriage Museum and Arch Rock. After that, spend time on the Grand Hotel's famous front porch enjoying the views, or head downtown to shop and pick up some local fudge. Later, dine at the elegant Salle à Manger, then finish the evening with coffee and live orchestra music at the Grand Hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at Salle à Manger)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Grand Hotel)
Included Activities
- Horse-drawn carriage tour of Mackinac Island including Surrey Hills Carriage Museum and Arch Rock
- Dinner at Salle à Manger
Optional Activities
- Sit on Grand Hotel front porch
- Walk downtown and visit shops
- Buy fudge
- Listen to Grand Hotel's orchestra
Landmarks Surrey Hills Carriage Museum Arch Rock Grand Hotel - Day 6
Mackinac Island to Bay City
This morning and early afternoon are free time at the Grand Hotel and around town. You can relax or explore on your own before heading to the ferry this afternoon. Later, you'll travel to Bay City and check into riverfront accommodations. The evening is open, so feel free to walk the riverwalk and downtown area or just take it easy.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront)
Optional Activities
- Leisure time at Grand Hotel
- Explore Bay City riverwalk and downtown
- Day 7
Bay City to Detroit
You'll start with a guided tour of Alden B. Dow's home and studio, a National Historic Landmark showcasing Mid-Twentieth Century Modern Architecture. From there, continue to Detroit, a city with stories about automotive history, Motown music, and bold architecture. This afternoon, explore Detroit's colorful past including Prohibition-era speakeasies and the mob families and lawmen that shaped the city's history. Dinner is on your own tonight.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hilton Garden Inn Detroit Downtown)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Alden B. Dow home and studio
- Exploration of Detroit's Prohibition-era and organized crime history
Landmarks Alden B. Dow Home and Studio 
- Day 8
Detroit
You'll head to Dearborn, Henry Ford's hometown and where the Ford Motor Company started. Spend time at the Henry Ford Museum learning how the automobile changed American life, then visit Greenfield Village to see historic homes and workshops of famous Americans like the Wright Brothers, Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, and Robert Frost. Tonight, you'll have a farewell dinner where a local musician shares stories and sounds of Motown legends, jazz greats, and the creative forces that shaped Detroit.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner with local musician sharing sounds and stories of Motown legends and jazz greats)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hilton Garden Inn Detroit Downtown)
Included Activities
- Visit Henry Ford Museum
- Explore Greenfield Village
- Farewell dinner with Motown music and stories
Landmarks Henry Ford Museum Greenfield Village - Day 9
Detroit
Your tour ends today. You'll depart with memories from your journey through America's heartland.
