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Explore the amazing wildlife of Great Lakes on one of these 9 tours to Lake Erie, Lake Huron, Lake Michigan, Lake Ontario, and Mackinac Island in 2025-2026. Prices for a wildlife viewing trip in Great Lakes range from $7,299 to $54,870 for a trip of 8 to 15 days. Choose one of the below 9 Great Lakes wildlife safari tours and make it your own unique experience with the help of one of Adventure Life's expert Great Lakes trip planners.
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Enjoy the stunning scenery of Lake Superior
from $7,299
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All Five Great Lakes

Chicago - Toronto - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • Discover Michigan's Upper Peninsula
  • Explore Detroit's Henry Ford Museum
  • Stroll Chicago’s Navy Pier
  • Visit Niagara Falls up close
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Chicago / Toronto
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Embark on an 11-day Great Lakes cruise from Chicago to Toronto aboard Victory I, exploring cities, islands, and historical sites. Enjoy scenic sailings and unique excursions.
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Golden light over the Chicago skyline
from $7,299
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All Five Great Lakes

Toronto - Chicago - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • Discover the diverse food scene
  • Enjoy the vibrant nightlife
  • Visit Niagara Falls
  • Explore Niagara Peninsula
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Toronto / Chicago
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Biking
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Embark on an 11-day All Five Great Lakes cruise from Toronto to Chicago aboard Victory I, exploring vibrant cities and stunning natural landscapes. Enjoy historical tours and scenic sailing on this unique cruise through the heart of North America.
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Detroit, Michigan at Dusk
from $7,299
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All Five Great Lakes

Milwaukee to Toronto - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • Rock out in Cleveland
  • Visit Sault Ste. Marie
  • Niagara Falls boat adventure
  • Mackinac Island carriage rides
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Chicago / Toronto
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Set out from Chicago and sail the Great Lakes on an 11-day cruise aboard Victory I. Along the way, enjoy scenic sailing on Lake Michigan, Superior, Huron, and Ontario, each offering beautiful views and rich history.
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Mackinac Island, Michigan
from $10,570
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A Voyage Along the Great Lakes – with Smithsonian Journeys

Toronto - Milwaukee - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Explore Toronto's vibrant museums
  • Admire Niagara Falls' splendor
  • Navigate Detroit's waterways
  • Enjoy Chicago's urban elegance
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Toronto / Milwaukee
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Hiking
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Champlain to explore the breathtaking Great Lakes. Begin in vibrant Toronto, marvel at Niagara Falls, explore Manitoulin Island, traverse the Soo Locks into Lake Superior, and relive Mackinac Island’s Victorian charm before concluding in Milwaukee.
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Enjoy stunning views of Niagara Falls
from $9,499
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Five Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway

Chicago to Quebec - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • Cruise scenic Lake Huron
  • Explore old Montreal
  • Experience Detroit’s rich heritage
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Chicago / Quebec City
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Wildlife Viewing, Urban Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits
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Sail from Chicago to Quebec on a 15-day cruise through the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway aboard Victory II. Visit iconic destinations like Mackinac Island, Niagara Falls, and Montreal. Explore vibrant cities, historic sites, and scenic waterways.
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Look for the lighthouses of the Great Lakes
from $9,100
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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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Variable
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 parks around Quebec City for a view of the city
from $9,499
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Five Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway

Quebec City to Chicago - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • Visit Montreal’s Botanical Gardens
  • Experience Soo Locks views
  • Explore Detroit's landscapes
  • Walk Toronto’s waterfront trails
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Quebec City / Chicago
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Variable
Explore the Great Lakes on a 15-day cruise from Quebec City to Chicago aboard Victory II. Visit Montreal, Niagara Falls, Cleveland, Detroit, Mackinac Island, and Milwaukee. Sail across Lakes Ontario, Erie, Huron, Superior, and Michigan. Experience iconic cities, rich history, scenic cruising, and cultural landmarks.
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Explore beautiful and historic Montreal
from $17,100
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Fall Foliage on the St. Lawrence: Québec to the Canadian Maritimes – with Smithsonian Journeys

Toronto - Boston - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Join the St. Lawrence River Cruise
  • Visit Montréal’s Old Town
  • Visit Old Quebec, Saguenay Fjord
  • Experience Charlottetown
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Toronto / Boston
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Variable
Cruise the St. Lawrence River in 2025 on a scenic small ship journey from Toronto to Boston. Explore Montréal, Québec City, and the Saguenay Fjord on a classic St. Lawrence Seaway cruise, similar to Viking river cruise routes. Discover Acadian culture in Charlottetown and Cap-aux-Meules.
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from $12,670
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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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Village Visits
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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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