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Mackinac Island & the Great Lakes 9 Days

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From Chicago to Detroit
5.0 (34,416 reviews)
  • Sweeping aerial of Chicago skyline beside Lake Michigan with green parks and highway
  • Chicago River mouth with modern skyscrapers, marinas and turquoise water under fluffy clouds
  • Upward view of Chicago’s glass and steel skyscrapers lining the river canyon on a bright day
  • Chicago skyline reflecting warm evening light along the river with elevated tracks in foreground
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Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 46
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Chicago

    Chicago
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  3. Day 2

    Chicago

    Chicago
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    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided city tour of Chicago including Millennium Park and the Magnificent Mile
    • Navy Pier visit on Lake Michigan
    • Narrated architecture cruise on Chicago River featuring Wrigley Building, Willis Tower, Tribune Tower, and Marina City
    Landmarks
    Millennium Park
    Magnificent Mile
    Navy Pier
    Wrigley Building
    Willis Tower
    Tribune Tower
    Marina City
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  4. Day 3

    Chicago to Grand Rapids

    Chicago to Grand Rapids
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Bowerman's Blueberry Farm with fresh blueberry dessert
    • Lunch and free time in Holland, Michigan historic downtown

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Windmill Island Gardens in Holland, Michigan
    • Explore dining and nightlife in Grand Rapids
    Landmarks
    Bowerman's Blueberry Farm
    Windmill Island Gardens
  5. Day 4

    Grand Rapids - Traverse City - Charlevoix - Petoskey

    Grand Rapids - Traverse City - Charlevoix - Petoskey
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Gerald R. Ford Museum visit (Globus Choice option) - includes exhibits of Oval Office replica and 1944 typhoon multimedia recreation
    • Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park visit with guided trolley ride (Globus Choice option) - includes stroll through sculpture park, botanical gardens, Japanese garden, English perennial garden, and tropical conservatory
    • Free time in historic downtown Traverse City with waterfront views
    • Drive along shoreline to view Charlevoix's Victorian summer resorts and 'Mushroom Houses'
    • Dinner at Perry Hotel, Petoskey

    Optional Activities

    • Award-winning dining choices for lunch in Traverse City
    Landmarks
    Gerald R. Ford Museum
    Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
    Grand Traverse Bay
    Traverse City
    Charlevoix
    Lake Michigan
  6. Day 5

    Petoskey to Mackinac Island

    Petoskey to Mackinac Island
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    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive to Cross Village
    • Meal and visit to Legs Inn on Lake Michigan
    • Ferry across Lake Huron to Mackinac Island
    • Horse-drawn carriage ride to Grand Hotel
    Landmarks
    Legs Inn
    Grand Hotel
    Mackinac Island
  7. Day 6

    Mackinac Island

    Mackinac Island
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Special five-course dinner at Grand Hotel Main Dining Room with live entertainment from Grand Hotel Orchestra)

    Included Activities

    • Private horse-drawn carriage tour of Mackinac Island
    • Special dinner at Grand Hotel Main Dining Room with live entertainment

    Optional Activities

    • Bicycle rental to explore island
    • Visit Fort Mackinac
    • Sample island fudge shops
    • Explore downtown galleries, restaurants, and shops
    Landmarks
    Fort Mackinac
    Avenue of Flags
    Governor's Mansion
    Arch Rock
  8. Day 7

    Mackinac Island to Bay City

    Mackinac Island to Bay City
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Wawatam Lighthouse in St. Ignace
    • Cross Mackinac Bridge
    • Visit Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse State Park

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll along Riverwalk Pier on the Saginaw River
    • Visit Saginaw Valley Naval Ship Museum
    • Explore dining options in Bay City
    Landmarks
    Wawatam Lighthouse
    Mackinac Bridge
    Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse State Park
    Saginaw Valley Naval Ship Museum
  9. Day 8

    Bay City to Dearborn

    Bay City to Dearborn
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    Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Bronner's Christmas Wonderland
    • Explore downtown Frankenmuth
    • Tour Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation
    • Farewell dinner with Tour Director and fellow travelers
    Landmarks
    Bronner's Christmas Wonderland
    Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation
  10. Day 9

    Dearborn

    Dearborn
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    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Extra nights available for purchase in the Detroit area

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