With 2 Nights at the Grand Hotel – Lake-View Rooms!
For centuries, visitors have enjoyed this national treasure, home to historic Fort Mackinac, world-famous Mackinac Island fudge, and charming car-free streets filled with horse-drawn carriages. This idyllic vacation destination offers breathtaking natural beauty, awe-inspiring sunrises, unforgettable sunsets, unique shopping, delightful dining, and memorable evenings. It’s no wonder Travel + Leisure has consistently ranked Mackinac Island among America’s most beloved island destinations.
Day 1: Monday, August 23, 2027
We begin our journey this morning, traveling northward, with our overnight at the beautiful Essenhaus Inn in Middlebury, Indiana. This evening, we will enjoy a delicious family-style Amish dinner at Indiana’s largest restaurant, Das Essenhaus. (D)
Day 2: Tuesday, August 24, 2027
We continue our journey this morning, arriving in Mackinaw City, Michigan tonight. We will overnight within a short walking distance to Mackinaw Crossings and the downtown area, where there are several restaurants available for dinner on your own. (B)
Day 3: Wednesday, August 25, 2027
We board the ferry to Mackinac Island this morning! Upon arrival, we will take a horse-drawn tour of the island. There will then be time for lunch on your own and shopping in the downtown area of Mackinac Island. This afternoon, a taxi ticket will be provided for your transportation to the beautiful Grand Hotel, the crown jewel of pristine, secluded Mackinac Island, for the next two nights. The Grand Hotel has been America’s Summer Place since 1887. This evening, dress in your finest for dinner off the menu in the Main Dining Room (sport coat or suit and tie for men). After dinner, enjoy coffee service (demitasse) along with a lovely recital in the parlor. Later, choose from the intimate piano bar in the cupola or dancing to the full orchestra in the ballroom (Terrace Room). (B, D)
Day 4: Thursday, August 26, 2027
Rise and Shine coffee service is available for early risers in the parlor this morning. A full breakfast is included in the Main Dining Room. Enjoy your day visiting the gardens, stables, and galleries of the hotel. Or perhaps sit on the longest front porch in the world and enjoy a bottle of Coke from the antique Coke cart. Today is free for you to explore this glorious island and beautiful hotel! This evening, dinner is included in the Main Dining Room, with after-dinner activities available. (B, D)
Day 5: Friday, August 27, 2027
Following breakfast this morning, we ferry to Mackinaw City to depart for Frankenmuth, Michigan, “Michigan’s Little Bavaria” and the state’s number one tourist attraction. Upon arrival, we will visit Bronner’s CHRISTmas Wonderland, the world’s largest Christmas store. The Bavarian Inn Lodge is our home tonight, nestled on the banks of the Cass River. The lodge has created an authentic German atmosphere including hand-carved woodwork, imported German wall décor, and Old World hospitality. Dinner is included tonight at the Bavarian Inn Restaurant. (B, D)
This morning, enjoy a German Breakfast Buffet at the hotel before departing for home. We will arrive in Southern Illinois late afternoon. (B)
INCLUDES:
• 5 nights accommodations/baggage handling, including two nights at the beautiful Grand Hotel – Lake-View Rooms!
• 9 Meals: 5 Breakfasts and 4 Dinners
• Breakfasts and dinners are included at the Grand Hotel
• One taxi carriage ticket on Mackinac Island
• Horse-drawn carriage tour of Mackinac Island
• Ferry to/from Mackinac Island
• Frankenmuth, Michigan
• Bronner’s CHRISTmas Wonderland
• Deluxe motorcoach transportation/driver’s gratuity
• Fully escorted by Jane’s Journeys
PRICE PER PERSON:
DOUBLE: $2,675
TRIPLE: $2,330
QUAD: Not Available
SINGLE: $3,850
$500 deposit with reservation.
Final payment due May 14, 2027.
Trip Protection is recommended and available for purchase:
$187 per person double
$163 per person triple
$270 per person single
Trip Protection payment due with deposit. Trip Protection price subject to change.