Mackinac Island

Day Stop

• Chicago, IL, USA

Experience

Enjoy a guided tour of Chicago's unique and remarkable landmarks.

Hotel(s)

Hyatt Regency, Chicago, IL

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

Begin your day with a locally guided tour of Chicago’s remarkable and impressive architecture. This dynamic city goes by many names including "Second City" and “The Windy City," but no matter what you call it, you’re sure to fall in love. Highlights of your tour include famous Michigan Avenue, the “Magnificent Mile,” the Wrigley Building, the Loop, the Lakefront, and a walking tour through Millennium Park. The remainder of your day is at leisure. You may want to visit one of Chicago’s many museums, relax during a scenic boat ride along the Chicago River, or visit the Chicago Cultural Center. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner at the legendary Harry Caray’s Italian Steakhouse. The historic landmark building, which houses the restaurant, has a storied past including ties to notorious gangster, Al Capone. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day Stops

• Chicago, IL, USA
• Grand Rapids, MI, USA

Hotel(s)

Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown, Grand Rapids, MI

Meal(s)

Breakfast

Travel north as we make our way to the city of Grand Rapids. This afternoon, take some time to explore the many gardens, greenhouses, and art exhibits of the Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park. Today breakfast will be included.

Day Stops

• Grand Rapids, MI, USA
• Mackinac Island, MI 49757, USA

Experience

Dine at the Grand Hotel where "every meal is an event."

Hotel(s)

Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island, MI

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

This morning, enjoy a scenic drive before arriving in Mackinaw City at the tip of Michigan’s lower peninsula. You will have some time to explore this coastal vacation town and grab lunch before boarding the ferry that will take you back to a simpler time on Mackinac Island. Upon arrival, listen for how the neighs of horses replace the roar of engines. Your home for the next two nights is the glorious Victorian-era resort, the Grand Hotel.* Both your hotel and the island itself are National Historic Landmarks. The island is a natural gem with over eighty percent of its land preserved by Mackinac State Park, a woodland paradise accented with limestone formations and ringed by Lake Huron. After dinner at your hotel, the evening is yours to enjoy. Perhaps you’ll take a leisurely stroll through the quaint village or relax on the Grand Hotel’s famous porch. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

*The Grand Hotel experience includes dressing up for dinner. After 6:30 p.m., ladies should wear a dress, skirt and blouse or pantsuit and gentlemen are required to wear a coat and necktie. Evening wear is required in all areas of the hotel except the Cupola Bar, where casual dress is acceptable.

Day Stop

• Mackinac Island, MI 49757, USA

Experience

Climb aboard your horse-drawn carriage for an island tour.

Hotel(s)

Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island, MI

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

Climb aboard your horse-drawn carriage for an island tour that includes stops at the Surrey Hills Carriage Museum and Arch Rock. Following your tour, savor some time to enjoy all of Mackinac Island’s quiet pleasures. Enjoy brilliant views while sitting on the front porch of the Grand Hotel or take a walk downtown to visit the shops and buy some fudge, a favorite item on the island. Later, choose from a menu of tasty delicacies when you dine at the elegant Salle à Manger. After dinner, enjoy a cup of coffee while listening to the refined sounds of the Grand Hotel's orchestra. If you crave a secluded hideaway, retreat to the charming Cupola Bar. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day Stops

• Mackinac Island, MI 49757, USA
• Bay City, MI, USA

Hotel(s)

DoubleTree Bay City Riverfront

Meal(s)

Breakfast

Enjoy some leisure time at the Grand Hotel and in town before departing this afternoon for your riverfront accommodations in Bay City. This evening is at leisure. Perhaps you will take to the river walk where you can explore the downtown on your own. Today breakfast will be included.

Day Stops

• Bay City, MI, USA
• Frankenmuth, MI, USA
• Southfield, MI, USA

Hotel(s)

Westin Hotel Southfield Detroit, Southfield, MI

Meal(s)

Breakfast

Today, explore the architectural artistry of Alden B. Dow’s home and studio during a guided tour. This legendary 20th century architect designed his home to be the peak of Mid-Twentieth Century Modern Architecture, and since its construction has been declared a National Historic Landmark. This afternoon, we visit the quaint town of Frankenmuth, or as the locals call it, "Little Bavaria," because of its Franconian-style architecture. Upon arrival, visit the largest Christmas store in the world - Bronner’s. Today breakfast will be included.

Day Stops

• Southfield, MI, USA
• Dearborn, MI, USA

Experience

Visit the Henry Ford Museum and explore Greenfield Village.

Hotel(s)

Westin Hotel Southfield Detroit, Southfield, MI

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

Today we visit Dearborn, hometown of Henry Ford and the Ford Motor Company. Visit the Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village for an experience in living history. Learn how the automobile forever changed American life and society as you explore the Henry Ford Museum. At Greenfield Village,** take in the historic homes and see the workshops where famous American icons like the Wright Brothers, Thomas Edison, Henry Ford and Robert Frost were once inspired. Enjoy a farewell dinner this evening, toasting the end of your wonderful journey. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

**The Greenfield Village is closed during the month of October. During this time, you will visit the Ford Rouge Factory instead.

Day Stop

• Southfield, MI, USA

Meal(s)

Breakfast

Your tour ends today, leaving you with a bounty of happy memories from your visit to America’s heartland. Today breakfast will be included.