Mackinac Island featuring the Tulip Time Festival

What's Included

• Accommodation at the Grand Hotel

  Spend two nights at the glorious Victorian-era resort, the Grand Hotel.

• Guided Tour of Chicago

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

• Tulip Time Festival Visit

  View extraordinary flowers in bloom at Holland’s Tulip Time Festival.

• Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village

  Immerse yourself in generations of innovation during a visit to the Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village.

• Horse-drawn Carriage Tour on Mackinac Island

  Climb aboard your horse-drawn carriage, Mackinac Island’s local transportation, for a tour of the island.

• Visit to Frankenmuth

  Visit quaint Frankenmuth, home to the world's largest Christmas store.

• Dining at Harry Caray’s Italian Steakhouse

  Dine at Chicago’s famous Harry Caray’s Italian Steakhouse where 'sophistication, sports, and history blend to create a distinctive dining experience.'

• Dining at the Grand Hotel

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

What's Not Included

• Personal Expenses

  Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and activities not listed in the itinerary are not included.
  
  

• Travel Insurance

  Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.
  
  

• Optional Activities

  Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
  
  

• Transportation to Starting Point

  Transportation to the starting point of the tour in Chicago is not included.
  
  

Experiences

Immerse yourself in generations of innovation during a visit to the Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village.Climb aboard your horse-drawn carriage, Mackinac Island’s local transportation, for a tour of the island.Visit quaint Frankenmuth, home to the world's largest Christmas store.

Culinaries

Dine at Chicago’s famous Harry Caray’s Italian Steakhouse where “sophistication, sports, and history blend to create a distinctive dining experience.”Dine at the Grand Hotel where "every meal is an event."

Must See

Spend two nights at the glorious Victorian-era resort, the Grand Hotel.Enjoy a guided tour of Chicago's unique and remarkable landmarks.View extraordinary flowers in bloom at Holland’s Tulip Time Festival.

Choice Highlights

Chicago Located on Lake Michigan Chicago is the third largest city in the United States. During the 1800s Chicago grew at a phenomenal rate as it was perfectly positioned to take advantage of trading and commerce in connection with the country's westward expansion. Chicago was the beginning/end of historic Route 66. Today its skyline is dominated by one of the tallest buildings in the country, the Sears Tower, and surrounded by a mosaic of ethnic neighborhoods.

Millennium Park Devastated by the Great Fire of 1871, Chicago pushed much of the debris from this tragedy into landfill for some of the city's most distinctive locations, including Millennium Park. Today this park is the city's largest green space. Featuring the famous Cloud Gate, Lurie Garden and the Crown Fountain, this is a space for residents and visitors alike.

Holland's Tulip Time Festival An annual Michigan festival this town celebrates its Dutch heritage with its most famous flower. Introduced in 1927 based on the idea of a local biology teacher, Holland purchased 100,000 bulbs for its first festival. Today the event revives old Dutch traditions, dances and customs.

Mackinac Island Located in Lake Huron, this island resort area was once the home to a Native American settlement before European settlement began in the 17th century. The entire island is listed as a National Historic Landmark and 80% of the land is preserved as a state park. For the most part, motor vehicles have been prohibited on the island since 1898 adding to the resort's appeal.

Grand Hotel Stay for two nights in one of North America's most impressive hotels - the legendary Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. Built during America's Gilded Age, the Grand Hotel is an elegantly designed Victorian lodge made from Michigan white pine. The grand opening of the Grand Hotel took place on July 10, 1887 - with room rates starting at $3.00 a night. Guests arrive and depart the hotel by horse-drawn carriage – a romantic and whimsical nod to a simpler era. As you approach the majestic manor, the first thing you'll notice is the hotel's seemingly endless front porch. At 600 feet in length, it is the longest porch in the world. Five U.S. Presidents - Bill Clinton, George H. W. Bush, Gerald Ford, John Kennedy and Harry Truman - have all stayed at the Grand Hotel. The 1979 motion picture, Somewhere in Time, in which Christopher Reeve’s and Jane Seymour’s characters found love across time, was filmed here. Every October, fans of the film gather at the hotel for a weekend. Esther Williams’ 1949 film, This Time for Keeps, was also shot at the hotel. The heated 220 foot, serpentine shaped, 500,000 gallon swimming pool is named in her honor. Your stay at this historic landmark is sure to be the highlight of your trip!



Frankenmuth The town of Frankenmuth is home to unique German shops and Bronner’s, the biggest Christmas store in the world. While you’re there, take a walk down charming, flower lined main street and enjoy looking at the beautiful buildings.

Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village Experience living history - 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. This historic park is made up of 7 distinct districts. See 19th-century farm life, stroll a typical Main Street or visit the artisans in the craft works area. At the Ford Museum, learn about how the automobile forever changed American life and society as well as other significant events in America's past.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with a scenic drive to Mackinaw City, followed by a ferry ride to Mackinac Island. Explore the island with horse-drawn carriage tours, and enjoy comfortable transportation between destinations including Chicago, Holland, and Dearborn.

Accommodation

Experience the charm of the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, a Victorian-era resort and National Historic Landmark, offering luxurious accommodations with stunning views. Enjoy stays at the Hyatt Regency in Chicago, Canopy by Hilton in Grand Rapids, DoubleTree Bay City Riverfront, and Westin Hotel Southfield Detroit.