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Day 1 : Hometown - Chicago/Night Tour |
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At O’Hare Airport, meet the tour guide in baggage claim area, where free pick-up service will be available between 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, also can drop off at Fashion outlet but costs $120 for groups of 4 or less for nighttime pick-ups (9:00 PM to 9:00 AM); whereas at Midway Airport, transportation to the hotel will be managed by oneself or, for $120, pick-up service for groups of 4 or less. There will be an additional $120 charged for any group beyond 4 at both airports. Can’t wait to see the Windy City? Join our optional night tour for only $35 per person as long as you arrive at the hotel before 5:00 PM! * Night Tour: Chicago Skyline, Small Peninsula, Buckingham Fountain, Millennium Park, Navy Pier, Michigan Avenue, Chicago River. |
Hotel : Holiday Inn Express or similar. |
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Day 2 : Chicago full day tour |
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The city with the best architecture design – full day tour highlights, Chicago Skyline,Museum Campus, Lake of Michigan,Magnificent Miles,Navy Pier,Trump Tower,Bulls Stadium, Willis (Sears) Tower, Marine City(Corn Building), Wrigley Building, Millennium Park, Cloud Gate, Historic Route 66 Begin, Obama residence, University of Chicago. |
Hotel : Holiday Inn Express or similar. |
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Day 3 : Chicago - Madison- Wisconsin Dells - the Ginseng fields |
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Madison is the capital of Wisconsin, the most livable city in the States and the home of University of Wisconsin. Visionary architecture, eclectic collection and incredible stories await you at the House on the Rock, Alex Jordan’s imaginary, awe-inspiring man-made retreat. Wisconsin Dells has the largest water park in America, people from all over the world come here to enjoy their time with loved ones in summer. Then in Wausau where is the home of American Ginseng, we will visit the Ginseng fields and shops. |
Hotel : Days Inn & Suite or Similar |
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Day 4 : Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore - Tahquamenon Falls - The Soo Locks |
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Sandstone cliffs, beaches, sand dunes, waterfalls, lakes, forest, and shoreline beckon you to visit Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The lakeshore hugs the Lake Superior which is the largest, deepest, coldest, and most pristine of all the Great Lakes. Tahquamenon Falls is the second largest waterfall in Eastern America, with Niagara being the largest. The Soo Locks have been referred to as one of the great wonders of the world and are still the largest and one of the busiest waterway traffic system. Sault Ste Marie is situated on US- Canada border. |
Hotel : Ramada or Similar |
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Day 5 : Mackinac Island - cherry city |
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Mackinac Island where the automobile never replaced the horse and carriage is the jewel of Great lakes and one of the most popular vacation islands in the world. Following the farm field and fruit yard, we will arrive at Traverse City, also called “cherry city”, offers varieties of wineries and outdoor activities in wonderland. |
Hotel : Days inn Grayling or Similar . |
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Day 6 : Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park- Holland village |
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Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park 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. As we are going into Holland village, you will see the biggest windmill in the States, colorful tulips and tasteful art galleries. |
Hotel : Holiday Inn Express Or Similar |
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Day 7 : The University of Notre Dame - Amish village - Cleveland |
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The University of Notre Dame is a private research university inspired by its Catholic character to be a powerful force for good in the world. In Amish village, you will see horse-drawn buggies, men sporting suspenders and broad-brimmed straw hats, women clad in simple homemade dresses and modest bonnets, tables groaning under a bounty of fresh-from-the-farm food. Cleveland is the birthplace of Rock Music. We will visit the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum. |
Hotel : Best Western Inn or Similar |
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Diving to Niagara Falls, the Niagara River collects the water from the other four great lakes and flows into Lake Ontario. We will also see the American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls and Horseshoe Falls while aboard the world famous Maid of the Mist (boat ride - tickets required) and experience the breathtaking wonders of nature. |
Hotel : Comfort Inn or Similar |
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Day 9 : Detroit - Ann Arbor |
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Detroit is known for its world class museums and automobile culture. After decades of decline and population loss, Detroit has seen many of its historic buildings renovated, and its downtown core bustling with new developments and attractions. Then we will pass by Ann Arbor and visit the University of Michigan. |
Hotel : Holiday Inn Express or Similar |
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Day 10 : Northwestern University- Baha'i Temple -Mansion area . |
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Visit Northwestern University and the quaint little town of Evanston, then visit Baha’I Temple, the Baha’i headquarter in North America, be amazed by it’s magnificent architectural design. Mansion area is one of the top luxury residential areas in the United States. Jordan and some other stars once lived here. These mansions dwell in the forest by the Great Lakes and they are as pretty as a fairy tale world.
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Hotel : Holiday Inn Express or Similar |
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Day 11 : Ernest Hemingway’s Birth Plac - The Headquarter of McDonald - Chicago |
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Ernest Hemingway’s Birth Place;Frank Lloyd Wright’s Home and Studio;The Headquarter of McDonald;Naperville Village;The Tribune Family Estate. Thus ending your tour with a safe trip back to Chicago. Transfer to the airport, groups will either board the 7:00 PM flight the same night or another flight the next day at appropriate airports.
* The sequence of the itinerary might be changed according to the actual circumstance, the main attractions will stay the same.
- Costs include:
- Hotel accommodation, Comfort inn or similar hotel, rooms including two full size beds
- Airport and local transportation
- Local tour guides and driver
- Fee does not include:
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, soft drinks,alcoholic beverages, personal insurance costs, etc.
- Tips to guide and driver, total $ 8.00 per person per day.
- Meals, tickets and tips
- The tickets for the tour itinerary.
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Admission tickets:
Items |
Adults |
Children |
Senior
(65+) |
House on the Rock
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$28 |
$15 (4-17yrs) |
$28 |
Pictured Rocks Sightseeing Boat |
$40 |
$10 (6-12yrs) |
$40 |
Tahquamenon Falls
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$15 |
$10 |
$10 |
Mackinac Island |
$53 |
$24 (5-12yrs) |
$53 |
Wine Tasting in Traverse City
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$15 |
$0
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$15 |
Ford Automobile Museum
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$21 |
$16 (5-12yrs) |
$19(62+) |
Niagara Fall Cruise
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$19 |
$11 |
$19 |
Willis Tower |
$23 |
$15 (3-11yrs) |
$23 |
Chicago Boat
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$36 |
$17 |
$36 |
the Art Institute of Chicago |
$25 |
$19 |
$19 |
Tickets are subject to change without notice. |
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