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Mackinac Island featuring the Tulip Time Festival (Chicago, IL to Detroit, MI) (2027)

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From Chicago to Dearborn
4.8
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  • Detroit downtown skyline at dusk with warm lights reflecting off buildings and streets below
  • High aerial view of Chicago skyline with towering skyscrapers flanking the green Chicago River and marina on Lake Michigan
  • Modern and historic skyscrapers behind a large metal fountain spraying water in downtown Detroit under clear blue sky
  • Evening light reflecting on glassy skyscrapers lining the Chicago River with bridges and the Willis Tower in background
  • Sweeping aerial of Chicago lakefront with skyline rising above parks and Lake Michigan shoreline under dramatic sky
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 44
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Chicago

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hyatt Regency)
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  2. Day 2

    Chicago

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Welcome dinner at Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse where sophistication, sports, and history blend to create a distinctive dining experience)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hyatt Regency)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Chicago's architecture including Michigan Avenue, Wrigley Building, the Loop, the Lakefront, and Millennium Park
    • Welcome dinner at Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse

    Optional Activities

    • Visit one of Chicago's many museums
    • Scenic boat ride across the Chicago River
    • Visit the Chicago Cultural Center
    Landmarks
    Michigan Avenue
    Wrigley Building
    The Loop
    Chicago Lakefront
    Millennium Park
    Chicago Cultural Center
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  3. Day 3

    Chicago - Holland, Michigan - Grand Rapids

    Meals
    Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Courtyard Grand Rapids Downtown)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Holland's Tulip Time Festival floral displays and history
    • Explore Windmill Island Gardens
    Landmarks
    Tulip Time Festival
    Windmill Island Gardens
  4. Day 4

    Grand Rapids - Mackinac Island

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at the Grand Hotel where every meal is an event)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Grand Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Ferry ride to Mackinac Island
    • Dinner at the Grand Hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Mackinaw City
    • Leisurely stroll through the quaint village of Mackinac Island
    • Relax on the Grand Hotel's famous porch
    Landmarks
    Mackinaw City
    Mackinac Island
    Grand Hotel
    Lake Huron
  5. Day 5

    Mackinac Island

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at the elegant Salle à Manger)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Grand Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Horse-drawn carriage island tour including Surrey Hills Carriage Museum and Arch Rock
    • Dinner at Salle à Manger

    Optional Activities

    • Relax on the Grand Hotel's front porch
    • Walk downtown to visit shops and buy fudge
    • Listen to the Grand Hotel's orchestra
    • Visit the Cupola Bar
    Landmarks
    Surrey Hills Carriage Museum
    Arch Rock
  6. Day 6

    Mackinac Island - Bay City

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront)

    Optional Activities

    • Leisure time at the Grand Hotel
    • Leisure time in Mackinac Island town
    • Explore the river walk
    • Explore downtown Bay City
  7. Day 7

    Bay City - Detroit

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hilton Garden Inn 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
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  8. Day 8

    Detroit - Dearborn - Detroit

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner where a passionate local musician shares sounds and stories of Motown legends, jazz greats, and the creative forces that shaped Detroit)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hilton Garden Inn Downtown)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to the Henry Ford Museum
    • Explore Greenfield Village and historic workshops
    • Farewell dinner with local musician sharing Motown and jazz history
    Landmarks
    Henry Ford Museum
    Greenfield Village
  9. Day 9

    Detroit

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Where You'll Stay

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  • Hyatt Regency

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  • Courtyard Grand Rapids Downtown

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  • Grand Hotel

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  • DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront

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  • Hilton Garden Inn Downtown

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Number of tours

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Age Range

5 to 99 years old

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4.8
Overall rating based on 57 Reviews
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    4.7
  • Transport
    4.7
  • Guide
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    4.7
  • Food
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  • Tour Operator
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    November 7th, 2025
    5.0
    The island is a bit of paradise. Love being able to experience a slower pace. And the Grand Hotel is elegant and a...
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  • A
    November 7th, 2025
    4.5
    Great sites. Tour director very helpful in giving advice and directions to places to go to in free time.
    Traveled in June 2025
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  • A
    November 7th, 2025
    4.5
    Enjoyed the whole trip. Dawn Spencer was an excellent, caring, thoughtful tour guide. Lonnie the bus driver was...
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    November 7th, 2025
    5.0
    Mackinac Island and the Grand Hotel were the best!!! The property was beautiful and the people were the best; very...
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    November 7th, 2025
    5.0
    All our experiences were my favorite. I was not too excited about the tour. But, every stop was enthralling! The...
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  • A
    November 7th, 2025
    5.0
    Tour was great . Our bus driver and guide were the best. We really enjoyed the tour of Chicago. Guide was excellent...
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  • A
    November 7th, 2025
    3.5
    Almost all of the tour was very nice. The Grand Rapids stop felt like it was just a filler and the hotel there was...
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  • A
    November 7th, 2025
    5.0
    The Grand Hotel was the highlight of the trip, just magnificent, a very Special Place!! The city of Chicago was...
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    Traveled in July 2025
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  • A
    November 7th, 2025
    5.0
    Our tour manager, Dawn Spencer, was the best-so fun, caring, organized! Our driver, Phil, was equally great,...
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    Traveled in July 2025
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  • A
    November 7th, 2025
    3.5
    Too many hotel changes & not enough free time. Favorite part was Chicago & the architectural River cruise that we...
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    Traveled in July 2025
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