Explore the iconic sights and culture of northern Michigan and the mighty Niagara Falls during a beautiful time of year. We’ll learn about Henry Ford’s Detroit, go back in time on the car-free Mackinac Island, unwind on the front porch of one of the country’s most famous hotels, stroll the Bavarian-style streets of Frankenmuth, Michigan, and marvel at the power and beauty of North America’s largest waterfall.
June 5-12, 2026
Itinerary Highlights:
- Two nights at the Grand Hotel
- Two nights at Niagara Falls
- Henry Ford Museum
- Greenfield Village
- River Rouge Truck Plant
- Mackinac Island, crossing by ferry
- Mighty Mac Suspension Bridge
- Horse-drawn carriage ride on Mackinac Island
- Bavarian town of Frankenmuth, Michigan
- Niagara area tour
- Skylon Tower dinner
- Niagara Falls boat tour
- Journey Behind the Falls
Package Includes:
- Round-trip airfare from Raleigh-Durham International Airport or Charlotte Douglas International Airport
- Seven nights’ hotel accommodations
- 11 meals: seven breakfasts and four dinners
- All sightseeing and admissions per itinerary
- Deluxe motor coach transportation
- Professional tour guide and driver
- Our State host
- Baggage handling and hotel transfers
Accommodations:
- Two nights in Dearborn: Doubletree by Hilton or similar
- Two nights on Mackinac Island: Grand Hotel
- One night in Frankenmuth: Drury Inn & Suites or similar
- Two nights at Niagara Falls: Marriott on the Falls or similar
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Detroit
Friday, June 5, 2026
Upon arrival in Detroit, meet your tour director and transfer to your hotel in Dearborn for a two-night stay. Tonight, enjoy a wine and beer reception and a welcome dinner with fellow Our State travelers.
Meals: Dinner
Overnight: Doubletree by Hilton or similar in Dearborn
Day 2: Ford Factory & Village
Saturday, June 6, 2026
This morning, visit the famous Ford River Rouge complex, a modern marvel of 21st-century manufacturing where Ford F-150 trucks are built. Then, visit the Henry Ford Museum, known as the greatest auto collection documenting the American experience. See the very bus where Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat in 1955, the chair in which Abraham Lincoln was assassinated, the limousine where President Kennedy was shot, and much more. Then, visit Greenfield Village, established by Henry Ford in 1929 as a living history museum to celebrate the American spirit from pioneer days to modern times. Plus, take a ride in a Model T car!
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Doubletree by Hilton or similar in Dearborn
Day 3: Mackinac Island
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Today, journey north to Mackinac Island. Your adventure begins with a 16-minute ferry ride in the shadow of the Mackinac Bridge. You’ll be greeted with the sights and sounds of the Victorian era, where transportation was by horse-drawn carriage or bicycle. Step back in time for two nights at the Grand Hotel, Mackinac’s finest and most famous resort property. Dress up for an elegant dinner this evening. Each meal is truly special, and few dining locations are more picturesque than the Grand Hotel’s main dining room. It overlooks the world’s longest porch, displaying the hotel’s many American flags, as well as the glistening Straits of Mackinac. Dine to the sounds of the Grand Hotel Orchestra. You may even catch a glimpse of the bellmen taking down the flags for the day — a sunset tradition.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight: Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island
Day 4: Mackinac Island
Monday, June 8, 2026
Begin today with a horse-drawn carriage tour of Mackinac Island. Your private carriage will take you on a scenic tour of the famous West Bluff Victorian homes. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore the quaint town and more of the island. Don’t forget to try the fudge! Tonight’s dinner is in the main dining room.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight: Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island
Day 5: Frankenmuth
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
After breakfast, ride the ferry back to the mainland. Cross the Mighty Mac, one of the world’s longest suspension bridges, and later arrive in Frankenmuth. Enjoy this small city settled by Germans from the Bavarian region. The streets are lined with Bavarian-style shops, including Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland and Frankenmuth River Place.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Drury Inn & Suites or similar in Frankenmuth
Day 6: Niagara Falls
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Motor coach into Ontario, Canada, and drive east to Niagara Falls, one of the natural wonders of the world. Later, enjoy the unique “Journey Behind the Falls” experience, where you descend 125 feet and explore 130-year-old tunnels carved through the bedrock. Feel the thunderous vibration of Horseshoe Falls before arriving at the observation deck for an up-close — and possibly wet — view of the falls. Later, check into your hotel for two nights in Niagara Falls.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Marriott on the Falls or similar in Niagara Falls
Day 7: Niagara Falls area
Thursday, June 11, 2026
A full day of incredible Niagara Falls area sightseeing awaits as you drive the scenic Niagara Parkway with stops at the Hydro Floral Clock and a visit the quaint town of Niagara- on-the-Lake, which sits on Lake Ontario at the mouth of the Niagara River. Stop to experience the White Water Walk, which offers a firsthand lesson on the Niagara River’s whitewater rapids. Walk on a quarter-mile boardwalk with incredible views that will take your breath away! Later, experience the legendary Niagara Falls Boat Tour for an up-close encounter with the awe-inspiring, thundering falls. Other than the falls themselves, the boat excursion is the most famous attraction in the area. Formed by ancient glaciers more than 10,000 years ago, these three majestic falls produce the highest flow rate of any waterfall on Earth. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner at the world-famous revolving Skylon Tower, which combines an exhilarating 52 second ride with the awe of seeing Niagara from 775 feet above the mighty falls.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight: Marriott on the Falls or similar in Niagara Falls
Day 8: Niagara Falls • Departure
Friday, June 12, 2026
Today, cross the border back into the U.S. Visit Goat Island in Niagara Falls, New York, for more views of the amazing falls. Then drive to the Buffalo airport for your flight home.
Meals: Breakfast
Tour Rates:
Discounted rate*: $4,249 per person (based on double occupancy)
Regular rate: $4,349 per person (based on double occupancy)
Single rate: $5,249 ($5,349 with booking discount*)
*Make your final payment by check prior to the final payment due date and receive a booking discount of $100 per person.
For Reservations & More Information:
Premier World Discovery
Melissa Grant
(877) 953-8687, ext. 238 (Pacific Time)
mgrant@premierworlddiscovery.com
Online booking option: Click here and use booking number 201777 to make your deposit online.
Note: A valid U.S. passport is required for this tour.
For more information on physical requirements and what to expect on an Our State trip, click here.
Explore More
Get excited for your trip and learn more about your destination with our curated list of books, films, music, and more.
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Read
The Mackinac Island Novels by Dave McVeigh and Jim Bolone (2021-2024) — This best-selling young adult series follows the many misadventures of a boy growing up on Mackinac Island in the 1970s and ’80s. Across three heartwarming installments, Jack McGuinn and his friends solve mysteries and save local landmarks against the island’s picturesque backdrop.
The Loon Feather by Iola Fuller (1940) — Set on Mackinac Island during the early 1800s, this historical novel tells the story of Oneta, the fictional daughter of the late Shawnee chief Tecumseh, who famously resisted U.S. expansion into tribal lands. Raised and educated by white settlers, Oneta finds herself torn between the world she knows and her father’s legacy.
The Day the Falls Stood Still by Cathy Marie Buchanan (2009) — In 1915, Niagara Falls was undergoing rapid development in the hopes of harnessing hydroelectric power. This turbulent period provides the setting for an equally turbulent love story between a working-class riverman and a society woman whose family teeters on the brink of financial ruin.
Niagara Daredevils: Thrills & Spills Over Niagara Falls by Cheryl MacDonald (2003) — From plunging down the falls in barrels to walking across them on tightropes, adventurous souls have sought to conquer Niagara for centuries. This book recounts both their inspiring triumphs and their tragic failures.
Watch
Somewhere in Time (1980; Amazon Prime Video, rent online) — In this time-travel romance based on the novel by Richard Matheson, a playwright (Christopher Reeve) transports himself back to 1912 to meet an actress (Jane Seymour) after seeing her photo at Mackinac Island’s Grand Hotel.
Niagara (1953; Amazon Prime Video, free online) — Starring Marilyn Monroe as the femme fatale, this dark thriller centers on two couples who meet on vacation at Niagara Falls, where a trail of secrets and lies leads to a dramatic conclusion.
Henry Ford: Creator of First American Car (1994) — This 45-minute documentary details the fascinating life of automobile innovator Henry Ford, whose assembly line method revolutionized car production and profoundly influenced the identity of Detroit and the broader Great Lakes region.
PBS Nature: “Niagara Falls” (2023) — Witness the powerful beauty of Niagara Falls and learn about the mammals, birds, and reptiles that live there in this one-hour episode.
Listen
Voices of Mackinac Island (2020; Spotify, Apple Podcasts, free online) — Explore the modern-day stories behind some of Mackinac Island’s iconic experiences, from the historic Grand Hotel to horse-drawn carriage rides to the famous fudge.
Mackinac, I’ve Come Home by Roger MacNaughton (2020; Spotify, Apple Music) — During his two-week artist-in-residence program with Mackinac State Historic Parks, award-winning Michigan composer Roger McNaughton wrote this mostly instrumental album inspired by the quiet island life.
Voyageur Songs — Throughout the Great Lakes region, French-Canadian fur traders in the 19th century used music not only for entertainment and storytelling but also to keep time while paddling canoes. This playlist features traditional songs like “C’est l’Aviron,” which translates to “This Is Rowing.”
