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Explore remote villages on one of the below 5 unique Great Lakes cultural experiences for 2025 or 2026. Visit the local village, meet the people, experience local cuisine with a local English speaking guide on your own private tour or small group guided tour. Discover unique local cultures on trips that include activities like Wildlife Viewing, Urban Exploration, Citizen Science, Fishing, and Hiking and cost from $6,995 for experiences of 8 to 15 days. Tell us about your ideal Great Lakes cultural trip and our Great Lakes experts will help you plan every detail of your next trip.
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See the mighty Niagara Falls
from $6,995
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Niagara and the Great Lakes

Toronto - Milwaukee - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes
  • Toronto Exploration
  • Explore Mackinac Island
  • Niagara Falls & Welland Canal
  • Point Pelee Birdwatching
  • Detroit’s Innovation Legacy
  • Alpena’s Maritime Adventures
  • Mackinac Island & Milwaukee’s Charm
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Lake Ontario / Milwaukee
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Archaeological Site Visits
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On this 8-day Niagara and the Great Lakes cruise from Toronto to Milwaukee aboard the Viking Great Lakes, explore nature and culture. Navigate the Welland Canal, witness Niagara Falls, and spot migratory birds at Point Pelee. Visit Detroit’s Henry Ford Museum, kayak in Alpena, tour Mackinac Island, and explore Milwaukee’s waterfront history.
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Look for the lighthouses of the Great Lakes
from $9,150
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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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Local Market Visits, 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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Historic, car-free island with lake views in Mackinac Island, Michigan
from $7,995
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Great Lakes Treasures

Milwaukee to Milwaukee - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes
  • Stroll Milwaukee RiverWalk
  • Ride Mackinac Island Carriage
  • Explore shipwrecks & cliffs
  • Discover Soo Locks History
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Milwaukee / Milwaukee
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Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Urban Exploration, Kayaking, Hiking, Wine Tasting, Fishing, Citizen Science, Scuba Diving
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Discover the treasures of the Great Lakes on a 10-day Viking cruise, from Milwaukee’s RiverWalk and Mackinac Island’s timeless charm to kayaking Killarney’s lakes and exploring the shipwrecks of Fathom Five. End in Chicago after hiking, wine tasting, and uncovering rich history, natural beauty, and culture along the way.
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Door Peninsula, cliffs, forests, and clear Lake Michigan waters
from $13,995
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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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Biking
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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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from $13,440
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Fall Foliage on the St. Lawrence: Quebec to the Canadian Maritimes – with Smithsonian Journeys

Toronto - Boston - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Sail the scenic St. Lawrence Seaway
  • Visit Montreal, a cosmopolitan city
  • Explore Prince Edward Island
  • Experience the Acadian culture
  • Explore Nova Scotia and Lunenburg
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Toronto / Boston
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Variable
Explore eastern Canada and New England on a 13-day Smithsonian Journeys cruise. Sail from Toronto to Boston with stops in Quebec, PEI, Nova Scotia, and Cape Cod. Highlights include Montreal, Tadoussac, Magdalen Islands, Charlottetown, and Lunenburg. Includes expert talks and a shore excursion in each port.
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