Mackinac Island & More – May 12-19, 2025
From
Duration
Tour Type
Overview
Mackinac Island & More
This is going to be an epic swing through Michigan and into Chicago! First up, we will start with our regular pick up locations and head to the airport. From there you and the group will fly into Detroit. While in Detroit, enjoy a full day of exploration of the Ford Rouge Factory and Village – a renowned part of American history. After leaving Detroit, the group will head north to Mackinac Island. You will stay two nights in the Grand Hotel and step back in time to enjoy all the island has to offer. Upon leaving Mackinac Island you will make your way to Grand Rapids, but first you’ll explore Charlevoix City. The next day you will explore the Frederick Meijer gardens in Grand Rapids, before making the final push into Chicago. While in Chicago, you will take a cruise up the Chicago River while learning about the famed architecture of the city along the waterway. Your last day in Chicago will see you visiting the Magnificent Mile, Navy Pier and the Chicago Art Institute. This is going to be a really fun tour!
Itinerary
Day One – May 12, 2025: Arrive in Detroit
Today we will leave our homes and head off to Detroit for the first part of this excellent tour! We will be staying in Southfield, MI about 20 minutes outside of downtown Detroit. The Westin Southfield is a nice hotel in a very safe area. Tonight we will enjoy dinner together at a local restaurant.
This morning after breakfast at the hotel, the group will depart for Livonia and the Henry Ford Museum. There are three distinct parts to this museum – the Henry Ford Museum, Greenfield Village and the Rouge Factory Tour. The heart of American innovation from the early 1900’s, this tour will not disappoint as you learn about Ford, his process and what life was like through the living history museum – Greenfield Village. The Rouge Factory Tour is also highly interesting and enjoyable. After returning to the hotel you will have some time to rest and relax before the group heads out for another memorable dinner!
Day Three – May 14, 2025: Mackinac Island Day 1
Today, the group will leave Detroit and travel to Mackinac City, where everyone will disembark the coach and walk onto the ferry and back in time. Once on Mackinac Island you will be whisked away to the Grand Hotel for a two night stay at this majestic and highly sought-after hotel. Enjoy the next two days exploring the island, learning the history of the Grand Hotel, enjoying time with the group and having time to explore on your own. Tonight we will have dinner as a group in the Grand Hotel.
This morning start your day off with a great breakfast at the hotel before climbing aboard a horse-drawn carriage for a tour of the island. After the tour this afternoon and evening are free until we come together as a group to enjoy dinner and share experiences from the day. There is so much to see and do in downtown Mackinac Island. There are carriage taxis available all day between the Grand Hotel and downtown to make getting there easy and memorable!
Day Five – May 16, 2025: Frederic Meijer Museum and Gardens
After breakfast at the hotel, we will head back to Mackinac City on the ferry and get ready for the next part of the tour: Grand Rapids and the Frederick Meijer Museum and Sculpture Gardens. Rated as one of the top museums and art intsallations in the country, this will be a great afternoon. Tonight we will have dinner together at a local restaurant and have the remainder of the evening to rest and relax.
After breakfast at the hotel, the group will head to Chicago. Upon arrival, you will enjoy lunch together with some famous Chicago eats before taking a river cruise up the Chicago River while learning about the famous city and her truly impressive architecture. This afternoon, settle in to your Chicago hotel and freshen up before heading out for a group dinner in the city! The remainder of the evening will be free for rest or more exploration!
Day 7 – May 18, 2025: Chicago Day 2
Day 8 – May 19, 2025: Heading Home