SUNDAY: An early afternoon arrival in Dearborn presents a choice of attractions. With a rich and diverse offering of exhibits, demonstrations, programs and reenactments, The HENRY FORD MUSEUM celebrates yesterday’s traditions as well as today’s innovations. The Museum houses one of the largest collections of its kind ever assembled, the museum showcases the people and ideas that have fired our imaginations and changed our lives. Or you may choose GREENFIELD VILLAGE, which is spread over more than 90-acres, and comes alive with the unforgettable sights, sounds and settings of America’s past. (D)

MONDAY: This morning we travel north to MACKINAW CITY. This leisurely ride will take us near FLINT, SAGINAW and a stop in GAYLORD. Here you will have lunch and learn about the making of beer at a MICROBREWERY. Our next stop will be at Mackinaw City where we will take a FERRY RIDE TO MACKINAC ISLAND. The remainder of the day is free to explore the island. An optional dinner can be added at the Grand Hotel. (B, L)

TUESDAY: Today we board a horse drawn carriage for a narrated tour of the island. We will visit ARCH ROCK, SURREY HILL, THE GOVERNOR’S MANSION and FORT MACKINAW. This afternoon we will depart for SAULT SAINT MARIE. here we will ride through the largest waterway traffic system in the world, the SOO LOCKS. This entertaining dinner cruise will feature a narration as we travel through the locks. You will be alongside ocean vessels as you rise twenty-one feet straight up. (B, D)

WEDNESDAY: We begin today with a visit to PETOSKEY. Located on the western coast of Michigan the area is characterized by rolling hills, wooded terrain and inland lakes, including a 38-mile inland waterway. We will STOP AT A CASTLE for a narrated tour and lunch. Traveling further down the coast we enter TRAVERSE CITY for glimpse and a taste of the Cherry Industry. This evening we will arrive and overnight in Bavarian styled Frankenmuth. (B,L,D)

THURSDAY: We will have a guided tour of the charming city of FRANKENMUTH and time to purchase any Christmas decoration you can imagine at BRONNER’S CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND.

*Optional Dinner at the Grand Hotel $  This five-course dinner features a menu renowned for its range and excellence. After dinner, guests are welcome in the Parlor for nightly demitasse and music performed by The Grand hotel Orchestra.
Evening Attire: Eveningwear is required in all areas of the hotel: coat and tie for gentlemen, and dresses or pantsuits for ladies.