Michigan with Mackinac Island

Transfer from Central PA, to a local airport for a flight to Chicago, Illinois. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel and settle in for the evening as you get ready for your amazing vacation. Hotel: Hyatt Regency Chicago

*Air Schedule will be shared once available. Group air schedule is in economy class. Seat assignments are controlled by the airline. Specific seat requests cannot be guaranteed. Air upgrades may be available and are by request only and are not guaranteed. Air upgrade requests may not be on the same flight schedule as the rest of the group and must be requested at the time of the initial deposit.

Begin with a locally guided tour of Chicago’s remarkable architecture. Highlights include Michigan Avenue, the “Magnificent Mile,” the Wrigley Building, and a walking tour through Millennium Park. The remainder of your day is at your leisure. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at the legendary Harry Caray’s Italian Steakhouse, a historic landmark building with a storied past and ties to Al Capone. Hotel: Hyatt Regency Chicago (Breakfast, Dinner)

Travel north as we make our way to the city of Grand Rapids. In the afternoon, take time to explore the many gardens, greenhouses, and art exhibits of the Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park. Hotel: Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown (Breakfast)

Enjoy a scenic drive before arriving at Mackinaw City, where you will have time to explore before boarding the ferry that will take you to Mackinac Island. Upon arrival, both the island and your hotel are National Historic Landmarks. Over eighty percent of the island is preserved by Mackinac State Park, a woodland paradise ringed by Lake Huron. After dinner at your hotel*, the evening is yours to enjoy. Hotel: Grand Hotel (Breakfast, Dinner)

*The Grand Hotel experience includes dressing up for dinner. After 6:30pm 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 expect the Cupola Bar, where casual dress is acceptable any time.

Climb aboard a horse-drawn carriage for an island tour including stops at the Surrey Hills Carriage Museum and Arch Rock. After the tour, savor some time to enjoy the brilliant views of Mackinac Island, or take a walk downtown to visit the shops. At night, dine at the elegant Salle a Manger, then enjoy a cup of coffee while listening to the sounds of the Grand Hotel’s orchestra. Hotel: Grand Hotel (Breakfast, Dinner)

Enjoy leisure time at the Grand Hotel and in town before departing for riverfront accommodations in Bay City. In the evening, enjoy a walk down the river, or explore downtown. Hotel: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bay City (Breakfast)

Explore the architecture of Alden B. Dow’s home and studio during a guided tour. This legendary architect’s home is a designated National Historic Landmark, and is the peak of Mid-Twentieth Century Architecture. Next, visit the quaint town of Frankenmuth, known as “Little Bavaria,” and the largest Christmas Store in the world, Bronner’s. Hotel: Westin Hotel Southfield Detroit (Breakfast)

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 Field Museum. At Greenfield Village, take in the historic homes and see the workshops of American icons like the Wright Brothers, Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, and Robert Frost. Enjoy a farewell dinner in the evening, and toast the end of a wonderful journey. Hotel: Westin Hotel Southfield Detroit (Breakfast, Dinner)

Your tour ends today as you travel home from Detroit Metropolitan Airport full of happy memories. (Breakfast)

*Air Schedule will be shared once available. Group air schedule is in economy class. Seat assignments are controlled by the airline. Specific seat requests cannot be guaranteed. Air upgrades may be available and are by request only and are not guaranteed. Air upgrade requests may not be on the same flight schedule as the rest of the group and must be requested at the time of the initial deposit.

*Hotels and itinerary are subject to change at any time without advanced notice and or compensation.