Mackinac Island & the Great Lakes

Mackinac Island & the Great Lakes

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Mackinac Island & the Great Lakes

8 Days

Visiting: Detroit, Dearborn, Frankenmuth, Mackinac Island, Mackinaw City, Charlevoix, Petoskey, Traverse City, Grand Rapids, Chicago, North America

Tour operator:

Globus

Tour code:

NM-2024

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

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$3695
$3211 (USD) Operator discount: -$393 The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$91 -13%
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Tour Overview

Experience life in the fast and slow lanes as you venture to where the automobile was born and where it’s been banned since 1898. This tour of Mackinac Island and the Great Lakes gets your engines revving with a visit to Detroit’s Henry Ford Museum and an overnight at the elegant Dearborn Inn, built by Ford on the lush former grounds of the Ford Motor Company. Switch gears as you board a ferry for Mackinac Island, the Jewel of the Great Lakes and one of the nation’s most popular summer resorts. With horse-drawn carriages and bicycles as the island’s only means of transportation, you’ll have no choice but to fuel up on lunch at the famous Grand Hotel, military history at the restored Fort Mackinac, and the decadent fudge the charming island is known for. Other sweet detours include the Bavarian town of Frankenmuth, the coastal resort of Petoskey, and the faster-paced cities of Grand Rapids and Chicago.

Places You'll See

Detroit Marriott At The Renaissance Center

Island House Hotel

Bavarian Inn Lodge

Stafford's Perry Hotel

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection By Hilton

Palmer House Hilton Chicago

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive In Detroit/Dearborn,Michigan

Location: Detroit

At 6 pm, meet your fellow travel companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming journey. Spend tonight at the historic Dearborn Inn. Built by Henry Ford in 1931, this luxury Inn is situated on 23 acres of landscaped countryside.

Day 2: Dearborn,Frankenmuth

Location: Dearborn, Frankenmuth

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Visit the Henry Ford Museum, the ultimate place to experience America’s past and present. See the world’s premier automotive exhibition, the JFK Presidential Limousine, an original camp bed used by George Washington, and the Rosa Parks Bus. Continue to the little Bavarian town of Frankenmuth, founded by German immigrants in 1845. This evening, enjoy an authentic [LF] Bavarian dinner to experience fine German cuisine and a wine tasting.

Day 3: Frankenmuth,Mackinac Island

Location: Frankenmuth, Mackinac Island

Meals Included: Breakfast

Visit Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland, a one stop shop for everything Christmas. Leave the motorcoach behind and take a ferry to beautiful Mackinac Island.

Day 4: Mackinac Island

Location: Mackinac Island

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

This morning is at leisure. Rent a bicycle to explore on your own, visit Fort Mackinac, or sample some of the island’s famous fudge. Travel by horse and carriage for lunch at the elegant Grand Hotel. After lunch, enjoy a horse-drawn carriage tour of this celebrated island. See the Avenue of Flags, the Governor’s Mansion, and enjoy a stop at Arch Rock, one of the most photographed spots on the island.

Day 5: Mackinac Island,Mackinaw City,Charlevoix-Petoskey

Location: Mackinac Island, Mackinaw City, Charlevoix

Meals Included: Breakfast

Depart by ferry from Mackinac Island, returning to mainland Michigan. Visit Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse State Park, a guiding beacon for ships since 1889. Stop at the historic [LF] Legs Inn for incredible views of Lake Michigan. Learn about the inn’s fascinating history and sample some Polish and other Old World specialties. Visit Charlevoix where a sightseeing tour with a Local Guide introduces you to the city’s Victorian summer resorts and renowned “Mushroom Houses.” Continue to your historic hotel in Petoskey, perched high on a bluff overlooking Lake Michigan.

Day 6: Petoskey,Traverse City,Grand Rapids

Location: Petoskey, Traverse City, Grand Rapids

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning, travel to Traverse City, located on the shores of Grand Traverse Bay of Lake Michigan. Enjoy free time for lunch on your own before continuing to Grand Rapids. Visit to the Gerald Ford Presidential Library and Museum. The museum lets you participate in history while learning about the lives of President and Mrs. Ford.

Day 7: Grand Rapids,Chicago,Illinois

Location: Grand Rapids, Chicago, Chicago

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Travel through Indiana to Chicago for a sightseeing tour of the “Windy City.” Enjoy an overnight at the [LF] historic Palmer House Hilton. Tonight, join your Tour Director and travel companions for a farewell dinner. During dinner, learn how one of America’s favorite desserts was created here - then enjoy a taste for yourself!

Day 8: Chicago

Location: Chicago

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

Small Group

Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select North America dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.

Meals

Breakfast daily, 1 lunch, 2 dinners

Accommodation

Dearborn:The Dearborn Inn, A Marriott Hotel
Frankenmuth:Bavarian Inn Lodge
Mackinac Island:Island House Hotel
Petoskey:Stafford's Perry Hotel
Grand Rapids:Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Chicago:Palmer House Hilton Chicago

Check out our Q&As

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    For over 90 years.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.

Reviews of this Operator

Lisset  

Great Value for your Money

19-Dec-2022

This is my second time travelling with Globus, would have been my third if not for COVID. The way they plan everything is super organized, the tour managers are very caring and knowledgeable. We always enjoy all the site visits planned for each trip. They start by picking you up from the airport and from then on everything is taken care of up until the last day of your trip, even dropping you off at the airport not matter the time of day or night. The hotels at every city are always great and centrally located so you can walk around during your free time or plan your own visits to different sites.

Joan Cupp (Google Reviewer)  

My go-to escorted travel Co My...

01-Mar-2024

My go-to escorted travel Co My 4th trip with Globus and the did not disappoint. The sales deals they offer make it affordable for me to travel. All of the guides are well versed in the history of the area you travel in.

David R  

What a wonderful trip, thanks Globus

10-Jan-2023

Globus is my favorite travel agency. I tried others, but always come back to Globus. It is a 100% stress free one-stop shop. Easy booking with flight, hotel, transportation and travel insurance all in one place. Great customer service at reasonable prices. Lots of information prepared for the trip to handle travel logistics. I planned and booked my trip within 24 hours. Highly recommended to everyon

Alexander Wright  

Great guide, accommodations, and tours.

28-Dec-2022

We had a fantastic guide, with a great mix of free time and guided tours.

CTRTeach 11  

Globus exceeded my expectations!

20-Dec-2022

This is my first Globus tour. I was pleasantly surprised with the depth and quality. The hotels were top notch, and the cruise on the Nile exceeded my expectations. The cabins were roomy and comfortable, and the food was very good.

Nancy Arias  

The experience was amazing!!

30-Dec-2022

The trip was amazing. Our tour guide was so kind and very knowledgeable. I needed to attend a very important meeting via zoom. She was very understanding and accommodating to my needs and made it happen. I was very grateful! Our driver was by far the best driver I’ve ever encountered! I was beyond impressed with our guide, driver and trip!! I will definitely be back for another adventure!!

Irish Beth Maddock (Google Reviewer)  

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30-Sep-2023

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Dates & Availability

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Sunday - Sunday

Jun 01, 2025 - Jun 08, 2025
$3695 $3211 (USD)

Operator discount: -$393 (USD)

The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$91 (USD)

Sunday - Sunday

Jun 08, 2025 - Jun 15, 2025
$3695 $3211 (USD)

Operator discount: -$393 (USD)

The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$91 (USD)

Sunday - Sunday

Jun 22, 2025 - Jun 29, 2025
$4213 $3665 (USD)

Operator discount: -$445 (USD)

The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$104 (USD)

Sunday - Sunday

Jul 06, 2025 - Jul 13, 2025
$3765 $3269 (USD)

Operator discount: -$403 (USD)

The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$92 (USD)

Sunday - Sunday

Jul 27, 2025 - Aug 03, 2025
$4213 $3665 (USD)

Operator discount: -$445 (USD)

The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$104 (USD)

Sunday - Sunday

Aug 03, 2025 - Aug 10, 2025
$3765 $3269 (USD)

Operator discount: -$403 (USD)

The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$92 (USD)

Sunday - Sunday

Aug 17, 2025 - Aug 24, 2025
$3765 $3269 (USD)

Operator discount: -$403 (USD)

The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$92 (USD)

Sunday - Sunday

Aug 31, 2025 - Sep 07, 2025
$4213 $3665 (USD)

Operator discount: -$445 (USD)

The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$104 (USD)

Sunday - Sunday

Sep 07, 2025 - Sep 14, 2025
$3695 $3211 (USD)

Operator discount: -$393 (USD)

The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$91 (USD)

Sunday - Sunday

Sep 14, 2025 - Sep 21, 2025
$4213 $3665 (USD)

Operator discount: -$445 (USD)

The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$104 (USD)

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  • Low Deposit

    Globus requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of globus charges.

    Up to 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 89 days before tour starts: Forfeit 20% of booking price.

    At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.

    At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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