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Top Great Lakes Trips & Tours in August 2026

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Discover Great Lakes in August 2026 on one of these 6 tours hand-selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore the best of during August 2026 as you enjoy Urban Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, Local Market Visits, and Village Visits. Prices for trips in August 2026 range from $7,299 to $50,995 for a vacation of 9 to 15 days. Choose any of the below 6 itineraries in August 2026 and customize it when you contact one of Adventure Life's expert Great Lakes trip planners.
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Mackinac Island, Michigan
from $7,299
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All Five Great Lakes

Chicago to Toronto - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • Explore Navy Pier and city skyline
  • Visit Milwaukee craft breweries
  • Lake Michigan sailing
  • Enjoy Escanaba waterfront views
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Chicago / Toronto
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Embark on an 11-day Great Lakes cruise aboard Victory II from Chicago to Toronto. Explore Detroit, Cleveland, Mackinac Island, Niagara Falls, and Milwaukee. Sail Lake Michigan, Huron, and Superior. Participate in cultural programs, enjoy scenic decks, and witness engineering marvels at the Soo Locks.
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Look for the lighthouses of the Great Lakes
from $9,680
$1000 SBC
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A Voyage Along the Great Lakes – with Smithsonian Journeys

Toronto - Milwaukee - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Discover Toronto’s diversity
  • Explore Port Colborne beauty
  • Navigate Detroit River panoramas
  • Cruise Lake Michigan grandeur
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Toronto / Milwaukee
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Small Ship Sailing
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Set sail on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Bellot to uncover the Great Lakes' stunning landscapes and rich history. Highlights include Niagara Falls, Lake Huron's UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Mackinac Island's Victorian charm, and Milwaukee's vibrant culture, making this an unforgettable journey.
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Explore the rocky shores and clear waters of Lake Superior
from $7,299
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All Five Great Lakes

Toronto to Chicago - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • See powerful Niagara Falls
  • Explore Cleveland’s rock history
  • Tour Milwaukee’s lakefront gems
  • Visit peaceful Mackinac Island
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Toronto / Chicago
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Cruise the Great Lakes from Toronto to Chicago on an 11-day cruise aboard Victory I. Explore museums, historic districts, and natural wonders while enjoying relaxing scenic days at sea.
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Relax on the shores of the Great Lakes
from $7,299
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All Five Great Lakes Reverse

Toronto to Chicago - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • Cruise all five Great Lakes
  • Visit Niagara Falls up close
  • Tour Cleveland’s museums
  • Visit Mackinac Island
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Toronto / Chicago
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Archaeological Site Visits
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Embark on an 11-day All Five Great Lakes cruise aboard Victory II and explore cultural hubs like Cleveland and Detroit, visit Niagara Falls, and relax on car-free Mackinac Island. Enjoy scenic days on Lake Ontario, Erie, Huron, Michigan, and Superior.
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Explore Toronto
from $7,299
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All Five Great Lakes

Chicago to Toronto - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • Explore Mackinac Island by bike
  • Lake Huron sailing
  • Learn Detroit creative revival
  • Experience Niagara Falls
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Chicago / Toronto
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Local Market Visits
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Sail the Great Lakes on an 11-day cruise aboard Victory I, exploring Chicago, Milwaukee, Mackinac Island, Detroit, Cleveland, Niagara Falls, and Toronto. You experience historic locks, island cycling, cultural cities, and scenic lake passages across interconnected inland seas.
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Door Peninsula, cliffs, forests, and clear Lake Michigan waters
from $17,995
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Great Lakes Collection

Canada to Minnesota - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes
  • Cruise Niagara Falls
  • Explore Mackinac Island
  • Kayak Killarney’s turquoise waters
  • Enjoy Sleeping Giant hike views
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Toronto / Duluth
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Urban Exploration, Biking, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Kayaking, Citizen Science, Wine Tasting, Fishing
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Set sail on a 15-day voyage aboard a Viking Great Lakes cruise ship, starting in Toronto and exploring North America’s inland seas. Visit Niagara Falls, Detroit, Mackinac Island, and enjoy scenic hikes, vineyards, and optional excursions like helicopter rides on this enriching cultural voyage.
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