Great Lakes Masterpiece

Enjoy a complimentary stay at the pre-cruise hotel. The evening allows time to become acquainted with the city. For your convenience, our Hospitality Desk will be located in the hotel, and our friendly staff can assist with everything from general questions about the upcoming voyage to reservation of premium experiences. Representatives will be available to provide suggestions for dining, entertainment and sightseeing options to maximize your time here. 

Make the most of an experience to Niagara Falls. See Earth’s raw power on display during an unforgettable encounter with a natural wonder of the world Thoughts swirl in the surreal roar of rushing water as it crashes into the jade-green lake below. Excitement escalates as we climb aboard our Hornblower catamaran to sail into the mesmerizing mist. How many shimmering rainbows can you spot in the refreshing spray? Afterward, reflect on your experience as we drive past some local attractions and explore local shops for the perfect souvenir to remind you of your journey. 

Step off the ship onto what some call America’s “North Coast” and discover why Clevelanders are so fiercely proud of their home. The reinvented city reverberates with vitality and a cool new atmosphere. Expand your mind at the world-class Cleveland Museum of Art, with over 45,000 works to explore. You can also feel the backbeat at the museum devoted to one of America’s finest gifts to the world – the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. An optional premium experience to Geauga County offers a glimpse into a simpler way of life with a visit to an Amish home for a traditional wedding feast. 

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Cleveland Included Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Majestically situated on the south shore of Lake Erie, just between the Welland Canal and Detroit, Cleveland offers visitors much to behold. Cleveland has often been underrated due to its colder climate and dissipated industry. However, the city is resilient just like its citizens and is filled with its own beauty, culture and charm that you will not find anywhere else.

There’s no better place than the Motor City to choose an optional premium experience to explore the captivating history of the automotive industry – and so much more – at The Henry Ford. Be astounded by the museum’s vast and varied artifacts of American heritage. The extraordinary exhibits chronicle the lifespan of a nation. All guests may choose the included excursion to the Detroit Institute of Arts and its 100-plus galleries, the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, the West Canfield Historic District and other city highlights.

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Detroit Included Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Detroit was once the automotive capital of the world, and today, the city is approaching the vibrancy of its past. Brim with renewed energy, Detroit is made up of unique cultural communities and architectural wonders. Discover the largest city in Michigan, one that without a doubt helped build America.

Today we slip our moorings to survey the sapphire canvas of a boundless empire. Scenic sailing invites visitors to navigate the day as we cruise through the second-largest arena of inland sea in America’s Great Lakes. Engage in laissez faire, and curl up with a nautical novel on the deck as the rhythmic slap of spray keeps pace. 

Trapped in time and surrounded by staggeringly beautiful landscapes, Mackinac Island centers the spirit and soothes the soul. Settle into the tranquil pace of this treasured destination on a tour by horse-drawn carriage. Fill up on fresh, local flavor with a lunch to remember at the island’s legendary Grand Hotel. Afterward, let your gaze lazily wander across the stunning vistas from its colossal porch – the world’s largest.

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Mackinac Island Included Tour
Located on Lake Huron, Mackinac Island is one of the leading tourist destinations in the mid-western United States. This island has undergone extensive historical preservation, and as a result the entire island has been listed as a National Historic Landmark. Here, you will find various architectural styles such as that of the famous Victorian Grand Hotel. Mackinac has a well-known ban on motor vehicles, so horses and bicycles are the primary modes of transportation used on the island.

Anthems of green and gold ring proud, but the song of the city harmonizes the whole spectrum. Experience the many colors of the city, from red-flowing wineries to shades of local cultivators in markets filled with man- and nature-made goods year-round. This pelican’s playground is home to craft breweries, boutiques and, of course, fresh sea fare. 

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Green Bay Included Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Green Bay is well known for its famous football team, the Green Bay Packers. However, the city of Green Bay offers much more than just football. In fact, Green Bay is the oldest settlement in Wisconsin. Inhabitants of the city have long used the area's access to local waterways to grow the community with an entrepreneurial spirit. Green Bay is continuously developing and prides itself on its progressive atmosphere and the growth of itself and the surrounding communities.

This outdoor lovers’ haven on Lake Michigan’s eastern shore offers multiple state parks and trails, two paddle sport rivers, 26 miles of beaches and a winter sports park. Maritime history lovers gravitate here to tour the USS LST (Landing Ship, Tank) 393 Veterans Museum. An optional premium experience finds guests traveling by motorcoach to Grand Rapids to visit the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum to learn about the life of America’s 38th president and pay respects at his burial site. Afterward, enjoy a narrated driving tour of the city.

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Muskegon Included Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Muskegon, Michigan is located in the western side of the state on the border of Lake Michigan. Featuring an active and vibrant downtown and waterfront, Muskegon has no shortage of recreational options. From water sports, to beach lounging, the city has an entertaining option for everyone!

As the journey concludes, there are additional opportunities for you to take in the town. Consider a post-cruise premium experience with airport transfer, or enhance your vacation with a Chicago City Stay Package.