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Double	$780
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Adult	$420
Child (Age 0-12)	$420
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Child (Age 0-12)	$420

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Day 7

Day 1: Chicago

Guest who fly into O'Hare Airport will meet our guide in baggage claim area and transfer to Fashion outlet for a shopping tour . Those who fly into Midway Airport will have to arrange their own transportation to the hotel. There is an optional night tour for those who arrival before 5:00pm.

Chicago, IL

Chicago is a city of color and history. The largest city in the American Midwest, it sits on Lake Michigan. It is home to one of the world's tallest buildings, the Willis Tower, and many other amazing activities.

Chicago Night Tour

Beginning downtown, we will first head to Grant Park. The fountain here is illuminated in the evening by colorful lights. Then, we will go to the 360 Chicago observation deck to see a panoramic view of the city at night!

Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $35; Child $35

Day 2: Chicago

Today, we will get to see the magnificent architecture of Chicago over the course of one day. We will visit places like the Willis Tower, Millennium Park, the Chicago Board of Trade, the Bulls Arena, the campus of the University of Chicago, Navy Pier, Grant Park, Buckingham Fountain, the Old Chicago Water Tower, and Michigan Avenue. If time permits, we will also get the chance to take an optional Cruise of Lake Michigan.

Chicago, IL

Chicago is a city of color and history. The largest city in the American Midwest, it sits on Lake Michigan. It is home to one of the world's tallest buildings, the Willis Tower, and many other amazing activities.

Willis Tower

At the time of its construction in 1973, Chicago, IL's Willis Tower was the tallest building in the world and remained so for twenty-five years. It is still the second-tallest in the US and eighth-tallest in the world.

Admission (Optional): Adult $23; Child (3-11 yrs) $15; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $23

Museum Campus

The Museum Campus provides 57-acres of scenic greens and footpaths near three natural science museums: Adler Planetarium, the Shedd Aquarium, and the Field Museum of Natural History. Situated near Lake Michigan, it also offers a view of the Chicago skyline.

Millennium Park

Located in Chicago's busy Loop area, Millennium Park was opened in 2004 and is a state-of-the-art park. The Pavilion and Great Lawn is now a popular spot to host concerts, and the iconic Cloud Gate is located in this park.

Chicago Board of Trade Building

This iconic Art Deco building in downtown Chicago was constructed in 1930. As its name suggests, it is the headquarters of the Board of Trade. In 1978, it was made a National Historic Landmark.

Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 8:00am - 2:00pm

United Center

This arena is home to the Chicago Bulls of the NBA and the Blackhawks of the NHL. It was built in 1994. The plaza in front of the stadium has statues of athletes like Michael Jordan and Bobby Hull.

University of Chicago

Consistently ranked among the world's top 10 universities, the University of Chicago dates back to 1892. It has been associated with 89 Nobel Laureates, 49 Rhodes Scholars, and 9 Fields Medalists, and has made incredible contributions to the sciences.

Navy Pier

Both a designated Chicago Landmark and a member of the US National Register of Historic Places, this is Chicago's most popular tourist spot. It is home to a small theme park and fairground, as well as a minigolf course.

Wrigley Building

This lovely cream-white building sits right along the Chicago River and marks the beginning of the Magnificent Mile. It was built to hosue the Wrigley Gum Company. Its tower was designed to resemble the Giralda of Spain's Sevilla Cathedral.

Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm

Merchandise Mart

Merchandise Mart for a longtime was the largest building in the world and has always been a Chicago landmark. Rich in history and gorgeous to behold.

Marina City

Completed in 1964, these very distinctive towers were the first buildings in the US to be built with tower cranes. The apartment complex covers an entire city block and gets its name from the marina at its base.

Tribune Tower

It is the home of the Chicago Tribune, Tribune Media, and tronc, Inc. The Tribune Tower is a neo-Gothic structure, listed as a Chicago Landmark and is a contributing property to the Michigan - Wacker Historic District.

Grant Park

Nicknamed "Chicago's front yard," Grant Park sits right on Chicago's waterfront. It is home to gardens, museums, live performance venues, several pieces of art, like a monument to Abraham Lincoln and the Agora, a collection of headless statues.

Buckingham Fountain

Buckingham Fountain in Chicago's Grant Park is one of the largest fountains in the world and one of Chicago's most popular tourist attractions. It throws as much as 15,000 gallons of water into the air every minute.

Chicago Avenue Water Tower

The Chicago Avenue Water Tower and Pumping Station was built in 1869 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. Now defunct, the building serves as an art gallery for locals and tourists alike.

Michigan Avenue

Part of Chicago's Magnificent Mile, Michigan Avenue is one of the city's major roadways, running north-to-south through the heart of downtown. It is home to many famous buildings and upscale shops.

Lake Michigan Cruise

Visitors to the Chicago, IL area can enjoy scenic ventures out on the waters of Lake Michigan, one of the United States' "Great Lakes." This unique view of the wonderful Chicago skyline is a fantastic opportunity for photos.

Admission (Optional): Adult $36; Child $36; Senior $36

Day 3: Chicago - Madison - Wisconsin Dells - Wausau (302 miles)

Today, we will travel to Madison, the capital of Wisconsin, one of the most livable cities in the country and home to the University of Wisconsin. Here, we will see visionary architecture at the House on the Rock, where we will hear the incredible story of this fascinating locale. Wisconsin Dells has the country's largest water park, and people from all over the world come here to enjoy the summer. Later, in Wausau, we will visit a local ginseng farm.

Madison, WI

Madison is the capital of Wisconsin. It consistently ranks among the best places to live in the US. It is the home of the main campus of the University of Wisconsin.

House on the Rock

The House on the Rock is a tourist attraction located between the cities of Dodgeville and Spring Green, Wisconsin. Opened in 1959, it is a complex of architecturally distinct rooms, streets, gardens, and shops designed by Alex Jordan, Jr.

Admission (Optional): Adult $28; Child (4-17 yrs) $15; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $28
Wausau, WI

Wausau, located in central Wisconsin, is a center for the cultivation of American ginseng production and home to 37 city parks, including Whitewater Park: a class I-II+ rapid along the Wisconsin River. Interestingly, Hmong Americans are the largest ethnic minority in Wausau.

Ginseng Farm

Wausau is birth place of ginseng, only 10% ginseng from wausau in herbs market that we can say it's really rare.

Day 4: Lake Superior - Sault Ste Marie (378 miles)

Today, we will drive to Lake Superior, where we will take a boat to the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore on Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Tahquamenon Falls is the second largest waterfall in the eastern half of the US, behind only Niagara Falls. The Soo Locks are one of the great engineering wonders of the world and an important waterway traffic system. In the evening, we will arrive in Sault Ste. Marie, situated on the border between the US and Canada.

Lake Superior, MI

The largest of the 5 Great Lakes, Lake Superior straddles the border between the U.S. and Canada. It is renowned for its beautiful stretches of shoreline.

Pictured Rocks National Shoreline

This stretch of shoreline on the coast of Lake Superior in Michigan is known for its exquisite beauty and bountiful forest, full of oceanview trails.

Admission (Optional): Adult $40; Child (6-12 yrs) $10; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $40; Sightseeing Boat

Tahquamenon Falls State Park

This state park on the Upper Arm of Michigan covers a total area of 46,179 acres. It is named for the waterfalls located within the park which pass an immense volume of water.

Admission (Optional): Adult $15; Child $10; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $10|Opening Hours: Mon - Sun 8:00am - 10:00pm
Sault Ste. Marie, MI

Sault Ste. Marie is a city in, and the county seat of, Chippewa County in the U.S. state of Michigan.It is situated on the northeastern end of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, on the Canada–US border, and separated from its twin city of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, by the St. Marys River.

Soo Locks

The Soo Locks are a set of parallel locks which enable ships to travel between Lake Superior and the lower Great Lakes. They are located on the St. Marys River between Lake Superior and Lake Huron, between the Upper Peninsula of the US state of Michigan and the Canadian province of Ontario.

Day 5: Mackinaw Island - Traverse City (141 miles)

Today, we will go to Mackinac Island, where the automobile never replaced the horse and carriage. It is the jewel of the Great Lakes and one of the most popular vacation islands in the world. After seeing the farm field and fruit yard, we will arrive in Traverse City, also known as "Cherry City," which offers a variety of wineries and outdoor activities.

Mackinaw City, MI

A popular tourist city in the state of Michigan.

Mackinac Bridge

This suspension bridge, the fifth longest in the world, spans more than 26,000 feet above the Straits of Mackinac to connect the upper and lower peninsulas of Michigan.

Mackinac Island

Mackinack Island, just off Michigan's shoreline, is only accessible by ferry or plane. A unique local law prohibits the use of motor vehicles, so be ready to either walk, bike, or horseback ride. Regular musical acts spice up the nightlife.

Admission (Optional): Adult $53; Child (5-12 yrs) $24; Senior $53
Traverse City, MI

This city in Michigan is the largest producer of tart cherries in the U.S., hosting the National Cherry Festival during the first week of harvest in July. It is also one of the Midwest's largest wine producers.

Wine Tasting

Get the chance to taste some of the finest wines of the region surrounding Traverse City, Michigan and learn about the region's history of wine-making.

Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $15; Child $12; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $15

Day 6: Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park - Holland Village (189 miles)

Today, we will go to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park , which features miles of sandy beaches, lush forests and more to make up a beautiful locale. Later on, we will travel to the Dutch Village in Holland, MI, passing the largest windmill in the US on our way.

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, MI

It was named the "Most Beautiful Place in America" on ABC's Good Morning America. Miles of sand beach, lush forests, clear inland lake, unique flora and fauna make up the beautiful natural world.
Holland, MI

Holland is a city in the western region of the Lower Peninsula of the U.S. state of Michigan. It is situated near the eastern shore of Lake Michigan on Lake Macatawa.

Dutch Village

The Dutch Village in historic Holland, MI is a living museum that pays tribute to the people who settled this quaint town. From wooden shoe factories to cheese-making, guests will think they've stepped into 18th-century Holland!

Day 7: Milwaukee - Lake Geneva - Chicago (119 miles)

Today, we will drive to Milwaukee, traveling along the coast of Lake Michigan. When we arrive, we will visit the Miller Brewery and the Harley Davidson Museum. At the largest cheese market in Wisconsin, we can sample a unique collection of cheeses. Afterwards, we will travel to Lake Geneva to take a cruise. Then, we will transfer to Chicago, where the tour will come to an end.

Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee is the largest city in the State of Wisconsin and the fifth-largest city in the Midwestern United States. It is the county seat of Milwaukee County and is located on the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan.

Miller Brewery

This facility was the first brewery for the Miller Company, one of the most successful beer brewers in the U.S. Visitors can tour to learn about the company's history and the brewery process.

Harley-Davidson Museum

The Harley Davidson Motorcycle Company has over 100 years of history, making some of the finest "choppers" - a style of motorcycle - in the world. This museum chronicles that history through exhibits, real motorcycles, and other artifacts.

Admission (Optional): Adult $20; Child (5-17 yrs) $10; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $14
Lake Geneva, WI

Lake Geneva is a city in Walworth County, Wisconsin, USA. The population was 7,651 at the 2010 census. A resort city located on Geneva Lake, it is popular with tourists from metropolitan Chicago and Milwaukee.

Lake Geneva Bay Cruise

Beautiful estates, mansions and natural scenery that only be viewed from the lake unfold through a descriptive and insightful narrated tour or provide the backdrop for an unforgettable party or wedding celebration.

Departure & Return

Airport Pickup: Free pickup from O'Hare is available between 9:00am and 9:00pm. Outside this window, the transfer costs $120 per group of four people.
There is no free transfer from Midway Airport. Guest may pay $120 per group of four people if needed.
Return Flight Arrangement: please book a flight that departs after 7:00pm from Chicago O'Hare.

Includes & Excludes

Price Includes

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Airport transfer
Local transportation
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Price Excludes

Chicago, IL
Destination	Adult	Child	Senior
Chicago Night Tour (Optional)	$35	$35	/
Lake Michigan Cruise (Optional)	$36	$36	$36
Willis Tower (Optional)	$23	$15 (3-11 yrs)	$23 (Over 65 yrs)
Lake Superior, MI
Pictured Rocks National Shoreline (Optional) Sightseeing Boat	$40	$10 (6-12 yrs)	$40 (Over 65 yrs)
Tahquamenon Falls State Park (Optional)	$15	$10	$10 (Over 65 yrs)
Mackinaw City, MI
Mackinac Island (Optional)	$53	$24 (5-12 yrs)	$53
Madison, WI
House on the Rock (Optional)	$28	$15 (4-17 yrs)	$28 (Over 65 yrs)
Milwaukee, WI
Harley-Davidson Museum (Optional)	$20	$10 (5-17 yrs)	$14 (Over 65 yrs)
Traverse City, MI
Wine Tasting (Optional)	$15	$12	$15 (Over 65 yrs)

Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
If you would like to join the optional activities, please pay the fee in cash to the tour guide. You cannot buy / use the tickets on your own or use City Passes. The tour guide will arrange the tickets for the group.

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7-Day Mackinac Island, Traverse City, Milwaukee, The Great Lakes Tour from Chicago Tour Code: 862-5466

Day 1: Chicago

Chicago, IL

Chicago Night Tour

Day 2: Chicago

Chicago, IL

Willis Tower

Museum Campus

Millennium Park

Chicago Board of Trade Building

United Center

University of Chicago

Navy Pier

Wrigley Building

Merchandise Mart

Marina City

Tribune Tower

Grant Park

Buckingham Fountain

Chicago Avenue Water Tower

Michigan Avenue

Lake Michigan Cruise

Day 3: Chicago - Madison - Wisconsin Dells - Wausau (302 miles)

Madison, WI

House on the Rock

Wausau, WI

Ginseng Farm

Day 4: Lake Superior - Sault Ste Marie (378 miles)

Lake Superior, MI

Pictured Rocks National Shoreline

Tahquamenon Falls State Park

Sault Ste. Marie, MI

Soo Locks

Day 5: Mackinaw Island - Traverse City (141 miles)

Mackinaw City, MI

Mackinac Bridge

Mackinac Island

Traverse City, MI

Wine Tasting

Day 6: Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park - Holland Village (189 miles)

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, MI

Holland, MI

Dutch Village

Day 7: Milwaukee - Lake Geneva - Chicago (119 miles)

Milwaukee, WI

Miller Brewery

Harley-Davidson Museum

Lake Geneva, WI

Lake Geneva Bay Cruise

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