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Michigan's Lakes & Mackinac Island

The Michigan’s Lakes and Mackinac Island tour is an 8 day vacation from Tauck tours that offers up some of the most picturesque landscapes in all of North America. Your luxury tour will highlight the countryside as well as the lakefront. Check out the Ford Factory tour to see the technology and engineering that helped build up much of this area.

Your Michigan’s Lakes and Mackinac Island tour kicks off in Traverse City, Michigan where you’ll stay in the luxurious Grand Traverse Resort & Spa. Your next stop is the glorious sand dunes and beaches of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Then on to one of the most popular destinations in the area, Mackinac Island where you’ll spend several days getting to know the area through exclusive tours and excursions. Book your Michigan’s Lakes and Mackinac Island tour now to see what is so great about this part of America.

8 Days • fr. $4,890

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Tour Includes

• Two nights in Tower Rooms at the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, set on 900 scenic acres
• TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – Private live Motown band performance during dinner in Dearborn
• Wine-pairing dinner at Chateau Chantal winery on the Old Mission Peninsula
• Private horse-drawn carriage tour of Mackinac Island
• A private presentation by a local historian during a two-stay at the legendary Grand Hotel
• Ford Rouge Factory Tour of state-of-the-art production facilities
• Private tall ship sailing aboard the Manitou on Grand Traverse Bay
• City orientation tour of Detroit
• Guided visit including a ride aboard a vintage Model T at The Henry Ford in Dearborn
• Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as detailed
• All customary gratuities for hotel and restaurant staff and local guides are included.

Not Included

• The customary gratuities for the Tauck Director and local drivers are not included. We ask that gratuities be extended on a voluntary, individual basis and not as a group.
• All items of a personal nature (room service, beverages, telephone charges, laundry, dry cleaning, special food requests, etc.) and meals not specified on the tour itinerary are not included and must be paid by the client.
• Airline excess luggage charges, vaccinations, visa fees and services, airport arrival and departure taxes, individual airport transfers (when applicable), and other optional or incidental extras are not included.
• All rates exclude airfare unless expressly noted.

Meal Inclusions

• 7 breakfasts

Hotel Details

• Grand Traverse Resort & Spa in Traverse City, Michigan (2 nights)
• Grand Hotel in Mackinac Island, Michigan (2 nights)
• The H Hotel, Dolce Hotels & Resorts in Midland, Michigan (1 night)
• The Dearborn Inn, a Marriott Hotel in Dearborn, Michigan (2 nights)

Welcome to Michigan! Location Information Description

Traverse City, United States

Your marvelous Michigan tour begins at 5:15 PM at the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa. A transfer is included from the Cherry Capital Airport to the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa in Traverse City, set amidst 900 acres of lush landscapes. Tauck has reserved Tower Rooms for your two nights at this great resort, named among the top 50 domestic destinations by Condé Nast Traveler. Join us tonight for a welcome cocktail reception and dinner.

GRAND TRAVERSE RESORT & SPA

Dunes, tall ships & wine on Lake Michigan Location Information Description

Traverse Bay, United States

You might be surprised to learn on your Michigan tour that the state's western coast is a land of vineyards and sandy beaches as well as really impressive sand dunes. This morning you’ll see some of the spectacular Lake Michigan shoreline as you travel along the Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive and through the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore; ranging in color from the palest champagne to vibrant sienna, the constantly shifting dunes can be as high as 400 feet! This afternoon, board the 114-foot schooner Manitou for a private tall ship cruise on the sparkling waters of Lake Michigan's Grand Traverse Bay. Wind up a great day with a winery tour and wine-pairing dinner at Chateau Chantal Winery on the Old Mission Peninsula in Grand Traverse Bay.

Breakfast, Dinner

Old-time music, Petoskey & Mackinac Island Location Information Description

On your first stop today, music fills the air at the Music House Museum, displaying rare antique musical instruments and music-making machines from between 1870 and 1930; feel free to hum along during your visit! Then wind your way along the shoreline of beautiful Grand Traverse Bay as your Michigan tour continues toward the historic Straits of Mackinac; this strip of water connecting Lake Michigan and Lake Huron saw both booming commerce and some pretty spirited conflicts during the active fur-trading era of centuries ago.

Location Information Description

Mackinac Island, United States

Stop in quaint Petoskey for lunch en route to Mackinaw City, from which a ferry carries you across the strategically important straits to historic Mackinac Island, where no cars are allowed... so you'll ride a horse-drawn carriage to your accommodation at the world-famous Grand Hotel, among the most celebrated hotels in America! This stately hotel's front porch, reputed to be the longest of its kind when it was built in 1887, is still a very popular gathering place for guests and local residents alike.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

GRAND HOTEL

Back in time on magical Mackinac Island Location Information Description

The tiny treasure known as Mackinac (pronounced "Mackinaw") Island remains much as it was when the first Europeans settled the island centuries ago. Folks get around here by foot, by bicycle or by horse... because motorized vehicles are not permitted on the island. Although the year-round human population is only about 600 residents, the horse population can be as high as 500 during the summer months!

A sightseeing tour by horse-drawn carriage reveals all that is magical about Mackinac Island and is sure to be a highlight of your Michigan tour. You'll see Fort Mackinac, built by the British to guard the Straits of Mackinac during the American Revolution, as well as "downtown" Mackinac Island with many historic homes and grand Victorian cottages. You'll also learn more about your celebrated hotel at a presentation by a local resident historian who shares unique anecdotes about this famous landmark. The remainder of the day is yours to explore the island as you please; you're bound to discover things that capture your interest.

An architectural gem in Midland Location Information Description

Midland, United States

Leaving peaceful Mackinac Island behind via ferry to the mainland, continue on to Midland, where you’ll explore the home and studio of noted 20th-century architect Alden B. Dow, son of the founder of the Dow Chemical Company, who was a student of Frank Lloyd Wright. Dow's innovative use of geometric planes, angles and landscaping elements to integrate his home into its natural surroundings has earned the home the designation as a National Historic Landmark. Arrive late afternoon at your riverfront hotel in Bay City, where you'll have dinner at your leisure this evening.

DOUBLETREE BY HILTON HOTEL BAY CITY – RIVERFRONT

Bavarian Frankenmuth & The Henry Ford Location Information Description

Frankenmuth, United States

You might think you've landed in Bavaria today when you visit the little village of Frankenmuth, founded by German pioneers in the 1840s, for lunch and some free time to poke around.

Dearborn, United States

Continue on to Dearborn, a city instrumental in America's automobile culture, where a guided visit to The Henry Ford is a fascinating, "must-do" experience on any Michigan tour. Historic trains, automobiles, airplanes and more help illustrate the American experience of progress and innovation between 1800 and 1950 – along with Dymaxion House, created by R. Buckminster Fuller; and the homes and workplaces of ground-breaking innovators such as Thomas Edison, the Wright Brothers and Harvey Firestone.

Tonight you'll begin a two-night stay at The Dearborn Inn on the Ford Motor Company grounds. During dinner at the hotel tonight, enjoy a Tauck Exclusive – a private Motown musical performance by a live band.

THE DEARBORN INN, A MARRIOTT HOTEL

Dearborn, The Ford Rouge Factory & Detroit Location Information Description

Begin the day with a look at a state-of-the-art automotive manufacturing facility when you take the impressive Ford Rouge Factory Tour in Dearborn, connecting the innovation of the past with the technology of the present and future.

Detroit, United States

Next head to Detroit, where a city orientation tour introduces you to the "Motor City," historic home to the American automobile industry; see the Renaissance Center, Comerica Park (home of the Detroit Tigers), the Fox Theatre and more.

Return to Dearborn, where the afternoon is free for your own further exploration and discovery amidst the living history and Americana of Greenfield Village; in true Tauck Style, when you take an included spin in a Model T, you won't have to pay for the gas! Please join us at our farewell cocktail reception and dinner this evening, and enjoy the opportunity to share your memories of your Michigan tour with those who shared the adventure with you.

Journey home Location Information Description

Tauck's comprehensive Michigan tour ends in Detroit. Fly home anytime. A transfer from The Dearborn Inn, A Marriott Hotel to Detroit Metro Airport is included. Please allow two hours for flight check-in.

• All rates listed are per person based on double occupancy and are subject to change without notice. Your land package pricing will be confirmed and guaranteed once your deposit is received and applied to the booking, except where price increases may result from increases in government taxes or fees. Room configurations are subject to availability. Guests added to your party after the booking are priced at the prevailing rate at the time they are added.
• Reserve your preferred 2020 departure date and we will advise you once the 2020 trip is finalized and priced. You will then have two weeks to cancel; should you cancel, you'll receive a full refund of your trip deposit and the cost of the Travel Protection Product (if purchased with Tauck Tours). If you are making your own air arrangements, do not book your flights until this trip is finalized as start and end cities may change.

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Cancellation policy.

• 60 days or more before departure: $350.00 per person
• 59-8 days before departure: $600.00 per person
• 7-1 days before departure: $900.00 per person
• On departure day and later: 100% of total price
• Any changes or cancellations to airline reservations made through Tauck either before or after departure are subject to the cancellation / change policies of the individual airlines. In n some instances these cancellation / change fees may be up to 100% of the ticket price.
• Cancellation fees may also apply to any additional services, including extra night accommodations, independently supplied services, and optional excursions reserved prior to, during, and after the tour. If flight changes, including, but not limited to, flight cancellations or name changes, are requested after full land and air deposits are received, revision fees, change fees, or airline cancellation fees will apply.
• All cancellations must be received in writing prior to tour departure. The cancellation policy will apply according to the date that the cancellation notification is received. The MINIMUM cancellation penalty is the deposit amount.
• The purchase to trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.

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• Land only “from price” is per person based on two people sharing a room together and does not include airfare unless expressly stated.
• All prices are in US Dollars.
• A $350 non-refundable, non-transferable, per-person, per-vacation deposit is required to reserve space for you. Payment of the deposit indicates you have read and accepted all Terms & Conditions. Your booking is not confirmed until the deposit payment is processed and you receive a confirmation invoice.
• Final payment is due 75 days prior to departure. Within the final payment date, payment in full is required at time of booking to reserve space. Reservations (land, cruise, and air) are canceled if final payment is not received by the due date.
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Michigan’s Lakes & Mackinac Island | Tauck ®

Escorted by chris & tracy archer.

  Get set for a tour through the lush Michigan countryside and along panoramic beaches with sand dunes stretching along the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan. What’s fascinating about this tour? You get to step back in time with a visit to Mackinac Island and to the tiny “Bavarian” village of Frankenmuth. Enjoy wine pairings with dinner and old-time music. Explore the architecture of Alden B. Dow. And last, but not least, discover the stories behind the automobile industry at the Henry Ford and the Ford Rouge Factory.

And stay at amazing hotels along the way including the historic Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. .

Michigan’s Lakes & Mackinac Island

August 17-24, 2024 · Traverse City to Detroit

Exclusive Tauck Experiences beginning at $5,590 per person, double occupancy*

Per Person, Double Occupancy

• Travel Protection $349 per person
• Protection Fee subject to change

Single Occupancy

Inclusions in Your Fare*

• Two nights in Tower Rooms at the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, set on 900 scenic acres
• Wine-pairing dinner at Chateau Chantal winery on the Old Mission Peninsula 
• Private horse-drawn carriage tour of Mackinac Island
• A private presentation by a local historian during a two-night stay at the legendary Grand Hotel 
• Ford Rouge Factory Tour of state-of-the-art production facilities
• Private tall ship sailing aboard the Manitou on Grand Traverse Bay 
• City orientation tour of Detroit
• Guided visit including a ride aboard a vintage Model T at The Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn
• Airport transfers upon arrival and departure 
• 17 meals; service charges, gratuities to local guides, admission fees, taxes and porterage
• Extra Special : Private live Motown band performance during dinner in Dearborn

View from the verandah of the Grand Hotel

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Your Itinerary

Day 1 - TOUR BEGINS IN TRAVERSE CITY

Tour begins: 5:15 PM, Grand Traverse Resort & Spa. A transfer is included upon arrival from the Cherry capital Airport to your hotel where we have reserved a Tower Room for your 2-night stay. Join us for a Welcome Cocktail and Dinner. MEALS: Dinner ACCOMMODATION: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa , Traverse City

Day 2 - DUNES, TALL SHIPS & WINE on LAKE MICHIGAN

Discover Michigan state’s west coast, a land of vineyards, sandy beaches, and impressive sand dunes. In the morning travel along Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. In the afternoon, enjoy a sail on Grand Traverse Bay aboard the tall ship, schooner Manitou . Later enjoy a winery tour and wine-pairing dinner at the Chateau Chantal Winery . MEALS: Breakfast, Dinner ACCOMMODATION: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa , Traverse City

Day 3 - OLD TIME MUSIC, PETOSKEY, & MACKINAC ISLAND

Begin your day with a visit to the Music House Museum which celebrates music and musical instruments from  the periods 1870 to 1930. Continue along a scenic route to the town of Petroskey for lunch and where you will board a ferry over to Mackinac Island. Automobiles are forbidden on the island so you will enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride from the ferry terminal to your historic hotel, the Grand Hotel. MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner ACCOMMODATION: Grand Hotel,  Mackinac Island

Day 4 - MAGICAL MACKINAC ISLAND

Enjoy a sight-seeing tour this day by horse-drawn carriage. Explore “downtown”, and Fort Mackinac, built by the British to guard the Straits of Mackinac during the Revolutionary War. Discover the history of the Grand Hotel with a talk by a local resident historian.  Explore the island with free time. MEALS: Breakfast, Dinner ACCOMMODATION: Grand Hotel

Day 5 - MIDLAND'S ARCHITECTURAL GEM

Today is exploring the architecture of Alden B Dow, son of the founder of Dow Chemicals, and a one-time student of Frank Lloyd Wright. Explore his house, a study in angles. geometry, and integration into the landscape. It is a National Historic Landmark. Arrive at your hotel late afternoon. MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner ACCOMMODATION: Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Bay City, Bay City Waterfront

Day 6 - BAVARIAN FRANKENMUTH & THE HENRY FORD

Enjoy lunch and free time in the village of Frankenmuth settled by Bavarian immigrants in the 1840’s. Later, experience a guided tour of The Henry Ford museum in Dearborn. See the houses and workplaces of Thomas Edison, the Wright Brothers, and Harvey Firestone. Your 2-night stay in the heart of Dearborn is at the magnificent The Henry, Autograph Collection where you will enjoy your exclusive Tauck­ treat – a live band with a private Motown musical performance during dinner. MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner ACCOMMODATION: The Henry, Autograph Collection

Day 7 - DEARBORN & DETROIT

Start the day with a visit to the Ford Rouge Factory where you will learn about automobile manufacturing, past present and future. Continue on to “Motor City”, Detroit, for a city tour. See the Renaissance Center, Comerica Park, Fox Theatre, and more. Later return to Dearborn for some free time to explore on your own. Take a ride in a Model T then enjoy the Farewell Cocktail Reception and Dinner. MEALS: Breakfast, Dinner ACCOMMODATION: The Henry, Autograph Collection

Day 8 - HOMEWARD BOUND

Transfer from the Dearborn Inn, A Marriott Hotel to the Metro airport in Detroit at anytime during the day to catch your flight home. Please allow 2 hours pre-flight check in. Ground transfer to the airport is included. MEALS:  Breakfast

Note: Schedules and itinerary subject to change .

Your Escorts , Chris & Tracy Archer

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Terms & Conditions:* Fares are in USD per person based on double occupancy or single occupancy as indicated. Triples may be quoted. Prices include: all accommodations; airport transfers and land transportation as detailed in the Trip itinerary; basic internet where available in hotel rooms and aboard riverboats (service levels are not guaranteed); entertainment and special dinners as arranged by Tauck; shore excursions and sightseeing; standard luggage handling (inquire about Luggage Policy); services of Tauck Directors, Cruise Directors and local guides. Tauck Director and Driver gratuities are not included and are voluntary for all land tours. Meals are included as specified in itinerary.  All appropriate gratuities for luggage handling, bellmen, doormen, dining room servers and local guides are included. The fare covers all inclusions as listed above but does not include your airfare, travel protection, passports, visas (if required) or items of a personal nature. Airfare and travel protection as quoted can be purchased separately, please inquire. Tauck will make every effort to operate the tour as published. Tauck reserves the right to alter or curtail the itinerary, or substitute sightseeing, hotels, and / or conveyances as deemed necessary. Once booked, subsequent cancellation will be monetarily penalized as per Tauck guidelines, please inquire.

Final payment date is June 18. 2024. 

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Michigan's Lakes & Mackinac Island - A Tauck Escorted Tour

From: £4695

Did you know, Michigan has the longest freshwater coast of any US state?  Four of the Great Lakes frame Michigan and provide an incredible holiday backdrop.  Not only will you discover life on the lakes, but the lush Michigan countryside and the incredible sand dunes stretching along the shores of Lake Michigan. Add in some tall ships, lighthouses, wineries, locally sourced mid-west produce and just enough city life and you'll wonder what took you so long to discover Michigan.  

Price per person includes :

• Return flights from the UK 
• Accommodation for 7 nights
• Meal inclusions advised at time of booking
• Attraction inclusions advised based on specific travel dates

Please call Bon Voyage to check availability for your dates of travel. All tours and inclusions are subject to change - the itinerary below is a sample.

Pre/post-travel options are available.

Day 1 : Traverse City, Michigan

Welcome to Michigan!  You have time to get settled in your hotel before joining your fellow travellers for a cocktail reception and dinner.  

Day 2 : Great Lakes Dunes, A Scooner & Wines

You might be surprised to learn that Michigan's western coast is a land of vineyards and sandy beaches as well as really impressive sand dunes. This morning you’ll see some of the spectacular Lake Michigan shoreline as you travel along the Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive and through the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.  Ranging in colour from the palest champagne to vibrant sienna, the constantly shifting dunes can be as high as 400 feet! 

This afternoon, board the 114-foot schooner Manitou for a private tall ship cruise on the sparkling waters of Lake Michigan's Grand Traverse Bay. Wind up a great day with a winery tour and wine-pairing dinner at Chateau Chantal Winery on the Old Mission Peninsula in Grand Traverse Bay. 

Day 3 : Petoskey and on to Mackinac Island

On your first stop today, music fills the air at the Music House Museum, displaying rare antique musical instruments and music-making machines from between 1870 and 1930. Then wind your way along the shoreline of beautiful Grand Traverse Bay as your tour continues toward the historic Straits of Mackinac; this strip of water connecting Lake Michigan and Lake Huron saw both booming commerce and some pretty spirited conflicts during the active fur-trading era of centuries ago. Stop in quaint Petoskey for lunch en route to Mackinaw City, from which a ferry carries you across the strategically important straits to historic Mackinac Island, where no cars are allowed... so you'll ride a horse-drawn carriage to your accommodation at the world-famous Grand Hotel, one of the most famous hotels in the USA. This stately hotel's front porch, reputed to be the longest of its kind when it was built in 1887, and a popular place to gather on the rocking chairs for a glass of wine as you watch the sunset.

Day 4 : Magical Mackinac Island

The tiny gem known as Mackinac Island remains much as it was when the first Europeans settled the island centuries ago. Here you can explore by horse, bicycle only as cars are strictly not allowed. Which adds to its charm! Here too the horse population is nearly as high as the humans. On your horse-drawn sightseeing tour you’ll learn about this magical island. You'll see Fort Mackinac, built by the British to guard the Straits of Mackinac during the American Revolution, as well as "downtown" Mackinac Island with many historic homes and grand Victorian cottages. You'll also get to tour your celebrated hotel lead by a local historian who will share fascinating tales and anecdotes about this legendary landmark and its famous guests. The remainder of the day is yours to explore the island as you please.

Day 5 : An architectural gem in Midland

Day 6 : Frankenmuth, Ford & A Motown Band

Founded in the 1840s by German pioneers, you’ll probably think you’ve landed in Bavaria in the charming village of Frankenmuth. Here you’ll have time for a stroll around the quaint boutiques and a spot of lunch in one of the cosy cafes. We continue onto Dearborn, a city instrumental in America's automobile culture, where a guided visit to The Henry Ford is a fascinating, "must-do" experience..

Historic trains, automobiles, airplanes and more help illustrate the American experience of progress and innovation between 1800 and 1950 – along with Dymaxion House, and the homes and workplaces of ground-breaking innovators such as Thomas Edison, the Wright Brothers and Harvey Firestone.

Your stay for the next two nights is at The Dearborn Inn on the Ford Motor Company grounds. We’ve a treat in store for you here at dinner tonight, a private Motown musical performance by a local band. 

Day 7 : Ford Rouge Factory and a test drive

Begin the day with a stroll around the automotive manufacturing facility at the impressive Ford Rouge Factory in Dearborn, here the innovation of the past connects with the technology of the present and future.

It’s off next to ‘Motor City’, Detroit; where you’ll enjoy a leisurely city tour which includes visits to the Renaissance Center, Comerica Park (home of the Detroit Tigers), the Fox Theatre and more. Return to Dearborn, with an afternoon at leisure to explore the living history and Americana of Greenfield Village. 

In the evening join your group for a farewell cocktail reception and dinner. 

Day 8 : Homeward bound

Your tour ends today with a transfer to Detroit Airport.

Not ready to go home?  All Bon Voyage holidays are tailor-made, so it doesn't have to stop here.  Extend your time through the Great Lakes, add in a train journey out west or down south.  Ask your Bon Voyage consultant to chat through your options.  

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Get set for a tour through the lush Michigan countryside and along panoramic beaches with sand dunes stretching along the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan. Take the impressive Ford Rouge Factory Tour, connecting the innovation of the past with the technology of the present and future; enjoy a private horse-drawn carriage tour on Mackinac Island; discover Detroit on a city highlights tour; spend two nights at the famed Grand Hotel, where a historian shares unique anecdotes about this historic landmark. Explore two centuries of American history and invention at The Henry Ford in Greenfield Village – with a ride on a Model T... discover fine Michigan wines at a wine-pairing dinner at Chateau Chantal... enjoy "Tower" rooms at the Grand Traverse Resort, and much more on Tauck's merry Michigan tour!

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This classic Midwestern tour features Illinois and Michigan. Savor two incredible nights amid the luxury of the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. Enjoy a horse and buggy tour of Mackinac Island. Explore the wonderful city of Chicago with a local guide. Visit the Bavarian-influenced town of Frankenmuth. In Dearborn, experience the inspirational Henry Ford Museum and view historic homes at Greenfield Village including the famous American workshops of Thomas Edison, Henry Ford and Robert Frost.

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Spend two nights at the glorious Victorian-era resort, the Grand Hotel.

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Experience the architectural artistry of Alden B. Dow’s home during a guided tour.

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Visit the Henry Ford Museum and explore Greenfield Village.

Climb aboard your horse-drawn carriage for an island tour.

Explore the many gardens of the Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park.

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• Get set for a tour through the lush Michigan countryside and along panoramic beaches with sand dunes stretching along the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan.Take the impressive Ford Rouge Factory Tour
• connecting the innovation of the past with the technology of the present and future; enjoy a private horse-drawn carriage tour on Mackinac Island; discover Detroit on a city highlights tour; spend two nights at the famed Grand Hotel
• where a historian shares unique anecdotes about this historic landmark. Explore two centuries of American history and invention at The Henry Ford in Greenfield Village – with a ride on a Model T... discover fine Michigan wines at a wine-pairing dinner at Chateau Chantal... enjoy 'Tower' rooms at the Grand Traverse Resort
• and much more on Tauck's merry Michigan tour!

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• TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – Private live Motown band performance during dinner in Dearborn Two nights in Tower Rooms at the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, set on 900 scenic acres Wine-pairing dinner at Chateau Chantal winery on the Old Mission Peninsula Private horse-drawn carriage tour of Mackinac Island A private presentation by a local historian during a two-night stay at the legendary Grand Hotel Ford Rouge Factory Tour of state-of-the-art production facilities Private tall ship sailing aboard the Manitou on Grand Traverse Bay

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It's easy to see the world's sights. To stand in long lines, push through the crowds, and generally have the same standard-issue vacation as everyone else. But that's not good enough for us, and it's not good enough for you. We believe that travel should be easy. It should be fun. It should be worth your time and the price you paid. It should re-energize and transform. And above all else, it should be beyond the ordinary. Because how you see the world matters.

In 1882, Herman Tauck arrived in New York City from Germany in search of the American dream. His determination and values were passed on to his son, Arthur Tauck, who would realize that dream. With ingenuity and an innovative spirit, Arthur started Tauck Motor Tours, a travel company that would give birth to a new industry. The first tour, through the back roads of New England, was created by this 27-year-old in 1925. It embodied the same successful formula used by Tauck today: do the right thing. Craft a life-enriching travel experience; provide it at a single all-inclusive price; ensure there is great value for money; and rely on recommendations of satisfied customers to build a following and grow the business.

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Mackinac Island welcomes first cruise ship of the season, and it’s a big one

• Updated: Apr. 30, 2024, 5:41 p.m. |
• Published: Apr. 30, 2024, 1:42 p.m.

The Viking Octantis was the first ship to call on Mackinac Island for the 2024 Great Lakes cruising season on Tuesday, April 30. The 665-foot ship anchored and brought passengers to shore by tender boat. Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau

• Justine Lofton | [email protected]

MACKINAC ISLAND, MI – Mackinac Island welcomed its first cruise ship of the season on Tuesday.

The Viking Octantis, one of the largest cruise ships on the Great Lakes, anchored off the shores of Mackinac Island and used tender boats to take passengers to the island for a day visit, which began with a carriage tour.

“We’re excited to be a stop along their journey and look forward to having folks visit from near and far!” Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau said on Facebook.

Mackinac Island is Michigan’s most popular cruise destination.

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In 2023, around 20,000 cruise ship passengers visited the National Historic Landmark island, making an economic impact of nearly $2 million. Nine cruise ships each visited dozens of times for a total of around 100 calls.

The Great Lakes cruising season continues through October.

At 665 feet long, the Viking Octantis shares the title of the largest cruise ship on the Great Lakes with its identical sister ship the Viking Polaris.

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Explore Michigan, a region famed for its 11,000 inland lakes and 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, featuring two-night stays at the world-famous Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island and the award-winning Grand Traverse Resort & Spa.

Get set for a tour through the lush Michigan countryside and along panoramic beaches with sand dunes stretching along the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan. Take the impressive Ford Rouge Factory Tour, connecting the innovation of the past with the technology of the present and future; enjoy a private horse-drawn carriage tour on Mackinac Island; discover Detroit on a city highlights tour; spend two nights at the famed Grand Hotel, where a historian shares unique anecdotes about this historic landmark. Explore two centuries of American history and invention at The Henry Ford in Greenfield Village – with a ride on a Model T... discover fine Michigan wines at a wine-pairing dinner at Chateau Chantal... enjoy "Tower" rooms at the Grand Traverse Resort, and much more on Tauck's merry Michigan tour!

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Tour begins: 5:15 PM , Grand Traverse Resort & Spa.  A transfer is included from the Cherry Capital Airport to the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa in Traverse City, set amidst 900 acres of lush landscapes. Tauck has reserved Tower Rooms for your two nights at this great resort, named among the top 50 domestic destinations by Condé Nast Traveler . Join us tonight for a welcome cocktail reception and dinner.

You might be surprised to learn on your Michigan tour that the state's western coast is a land of vineyards and sandy beaches as well as really impressive sand dunes. This morning you'll see some of the spectacular Lake Michigan shoreline as you travel along the Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive and through the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore; ranging in color from the palest champagne to vibrant sienna, the constantly shifting dunes can be as high as 400 feet! This afternoon, board the 114-foot schooner Manitou for a private tall ship cruise on the sparkling waters of Lake Michigan's Grand Traverse Bay. Wind up a great day with a winery tour and wine-pairing dinner at Chateau Chantal Winery on the Old Mission Peninsula in Grand Traverse Bay.

On your first stop today, music fills the air at the Music House Museum, displaying rare antique musical instruments and music-making machines from between 1870 and 1930; feel free to hum along during your visit! Then wind your way along the shoreline of beautiful Grand Traverse Bay as your Michigan tour continues toward the historic Straits of Mackinac; this strip of water connecting Lake Michigan and Lake Huron saw both booming commerce and some pretty spirited conflicts during the active fur-trading era of centuries ago. Stop in quaint Petoskey for lunch en route to Mackinaw City, from which a ferry carries you across the strategically important straits to historic Mackinac Island, where no cars are allowed... so you'll ride a horse-drawn carriage to your accommodation at the world-famous Grand Hotel, among the most celebrated hotels in America! This stately hotel's front porch, reputed to be the longest of its kind when it was built in 1887, is still a very popular gathering place for guests and local residents alike.

The tiny treasure known as Mackinac (pronounced "Mackinaw") Island remains much as it was when the first Europeans settled the island centuries ago. Folks get around here by foot, by bicycle or by horse... because motorized vehicles are not permitted on the island. Although the year-round human population is only about 600 residents, the horse population can be as high as 500 during the summer months! A sightseeing tour by horse-drawn carriage reveals all that is magical about Mackinac Island and is sure to be a highlight of your Michigan tour. You'll see Fort Mackinac, built by the British to guard the Straits of Mackinac during the American Revolution, as well as "downtown" Mackinac Island with many historic homes and grand Victorian cottages. You'll also learn more about your celebrated hotel at a presentation by a local resident historian who shares unique anecdotes about this famous landmark. The remainder of the day is yours to explore the island as you please; you're bound to discover things that capture your interest.

Leaving peaceful Mackinac Island behind via ferry to the mainland, continue on to Midland, where you'll explore the home and studio of noted 20th-century architect Alden B. Dow, son of the founder of the Dow Chemical Company, who was a student of Frank Lloyd Wright. Dow's innovative use of geometric planes, angles and landscaping elements to integrate his home into its natural surroundings has earned the home the designation as a National Historic Landmark. Arrive late afternoon at your riverfront hotel in Bay City, where you'll have dinner at your leisure this evening.

You might think you've landed in Bavaria today when you visit the little village of Frankenmuth, founded by German pioneers in the 1840s, for lunch and some free time to poke around. Continue on to Dearborn, a city instrumental in America's automobile culture, where a guided visit to The Henry Ford is a fascinating, "must-do" experience on any Michigan tour. Historic trains, automobiles, airplanes and more help illustrate the American experience of progress and innovation between 1800 and 1950 – along with Dymaxion House, created by R. Buckminster Fuller; and the homes and workplaces of ground-breaking innovators such as Thomas Edison, the Wright Brothers and Harvey Firestone. Tonight you'll begin a two-night stay at The Henry, Autograph Collection located just steps away from both Fairlane Town Center and the campus of the University of Michigan-Dearborn, putting you in the center of this premier city. During dinner at the hotel tonight, enjoy a Tauck Exclusive – a private Motown musical performance by a live band.

Begin the day with a look at a state-of-the-art automotive manufacturing facility when you take the impressive Ford Rouge Factory Tour in Dearborn, connecting the innovation of the past with the technology of the present and future. Then head to Detroit, where a city orientation tour introduces you to the "Motor City," historic home to the American automobile industry; see the Renaissance Center, Comerica Park (home of the Detroit Tigers), the Fox Theatre and more. Return to Dearborn, where the afternoon is free for your own further exploration and discovery amidst the living history and Americana of Greenfield Village; in true Tauck Style, when you take an included spin in a Model T, you won't have to pay for the gas! Please join us at our farewell cocktail reception and dinner this evening, and enjoy the opportunity to share your memories of your Michigan tour with those who shared the adventure with you.

Tour ends : Detroit. Fly home anytime. A transfer from The Henry, Autograph Collection to Detroit Metro Airport is included. Please allow two hours for flight check-in.

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Two nights in Tower Rooms at the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, set on 900 scenic acres

Wine-pairing dinner at Chateau Chantal winery on the Old Mission Peninsula

Private horse-drawn carriage tour of Mackinac Island

A private presentation by a local historian during a two-night stay at the legendary Grand Hotel

Ford Rouge Factory Tour of state-of-the-art production facilities

Private tall ship sailing aboard the Manitou on Grand Traverse Bay

City orientation tour of Detroit

Guided visit including a ride aboard a vintage Model T at The Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn

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Ancient, breathtakingly beautiful, and culturally rich , Greece travel is full of endless opportunities. You will enjoy sightseeing, island hopping, and fabulous meals. The trip starts and ends in Athens, an ancient city you will discover on a fascinating guided tour. Visit historic sites and charming neighborhoods, with plenty of time left to relax on your own at a local taverna. From Athens, embark on your adventure to the spectacular Greek Islands. Take a ferry to Mykonos, which is small in size but rich with charm and beautiful views. Visit one of the island’s legendary windmills, stroll through the villages past whitewashed buildings looking out to the sea, or relax at the beach. The deep blue waters of the Aegean are warm and welcoming. Next you explore Santorini, which many consider the finest island in the world. Look out at the caldera at sunset or stroll on a black sand beach. Experience the island at its best when you book a waterfront table to enjoy tzatziki , fresh fish, and delicious roasted meats with a magnificent view. When your tour ends in Athens, you’ll take home memories from this Greece vacation you’ll cherish for the rest of your life.

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Experience the stunning beauty of Channel Islands National Park on our Adventure Sea Caves Kayak Tour at Scorpion Anchorage. On this tour, you’ll spend 2.5-3 hours exploring the unparalleled natural wonders of this unique area. With more sea cave kayaking opportunities than any other part of the park, Scorpion Anchorage is the ultimate destination for nature lovers, adventurers, and kayaking enthusiasts.

Availability Meets on Santa Cruz Island daily at 10:30am and select days at 9:30am.

Tour Time (~4 hours)

~1 hr – Orientation, gearing up, and paddle talk ~2.5-3 hours – Kayaking

Paddling Distance

2.5-3 miles

Level of Difficulty

Beginner through advanced levels. Children under age 5 not permitted.

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$205 per adult + ferry transportation ($66)* $187 per child 12 and under + ferry transportation ($53)*

*Ferry tickets must be purchased to get to the island. You’ll have the option to add your ferry ticket to your cart. If you already have ferry tickets directly through Island Packers you can select to not add ferry tickets to your cart.

Ferry Tickets The 10:30am tour requires a ferry departure of 9am or earlier from Ventura Harbor. The 9:30am tour requires a ferry departure of 8am. Check-in is one hour prior to departure.

Ferry return times vary daily and will depart anywhere between 3:30pm and 5:00pm (arrival in Ventura between 4:30pm and 7:00pm). If you would like to know your exact ferry return time for a specific date, please call or email us.

What if I want to snorkel? Snorkel gear is available for rent at our storefront on the island. Please note that there is no time for snorkeling during the Adventure Tour. However, you are welcome to snorkel before or after your tour if time allows. Please tell your guide at check-in if you are interested in snorkeling.

Snorkel rental pricing:* • Snorkel & Mask – $19 • Fins only – $19 • Snorkel, Mask and Fins – $37 • Three-Piece 7mm Wetsuit – $37 • Full package (mask, snorkel, fins, wetsuit) – $69

*Our storefront accepts all major credit cards, but we do NOT accept cash for snorkel rentals. All snorkel rentals include a flotation belt.

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Channel Islands Adventure Company is the sole kayak guide and outfitter concessionaire for the Channel Islands National Park at Scorpion Anchorage. We are the number one choice for Channel Islands National Park outfitting and tours. Dangerous conditions may exist at any time of the year, and we cannot guarantee cave exploration. This overview serves as a general guideline to you help plan your island trip and is subject to change on a day-to-day basis or at the guide’s discretion.

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“It was an awesome experience that allowed us to explore and enjoy nature while having fun.”

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Our Discovery Sea Caves Kayak Tour is a shortened version of our Adventure Sea Caves Kayak Tour. For 1-1.5 hours you’ll kayak through stunning sea caves, kelp forests, and pristine coastlines. Perfect for first-timers visiting the island, this tour allows you to pack in multiple experiences into one day, from hiking and snorkeling to birding and exploring endemic species. Don’t miss out on the rich history and breathtaking scenery that this national park has to offer.

Availability February-November: Most days

Meets on Santa Cruz Island at 9:30am and/or 10:30am as well as 12:30pm and/or 1:30pm (meet times depend on the ferry schedule to Santa Cruz Island – Scorpion Anchorage)

Tour Time (~2.5 hours)

~1 hr – Orientation, gearing up, and paddle talk ~1-1.5 hours – Kayaking

$145 per adult + ferry transportation ($66)* $127 per child 12 and under + ferry transportation ($53)*

Ferry Tickets The 9:30am tour requires an 8:00am ferry departure (7am check-in time). The 12:30pm tour requires a 10:00am ferry departure or earlier (check-in is one hour prior to ferry departure). Ferry options typically will be 8:00am, 9:00am or 10:00am. The 1:30pm tour requires a 4:30pm or later return from the island.

What if I want to snorkel? Snorkel gear is available for rent at our storefront on the island. Please note that there is no time for snorkeling during the Discovery Tour. However, you are welcome to snorkel before or after your tour if time allows. Please tell your guide at check-in if you are interested in snorkeling.

The longest of our kayaking tour options, the Ultimate Sea Caves Kayak Tour is for the true ocean adventurer. We’ll explore incredible sea caves and kelp forests along our route to the famous Potato Harbor, a remote area of the park that allows for a truly breathtaking and memorable experience with its aqua-colored cove and pristine shoreline.

This tour is best for

1. Intermediate-Advanced kayakers who are looking for a longer day on the water, must have 8am ferry departure and 4:30pm return 2. Campers on their 2nd day at the island, so they can enjoy a first full day exploring the island on land

Availability This tour is offered on Friday-Sunday and Wednesdays from May through November. Meets on Santa Cruz Island at 9:30am.

Tour Time (~5 hours)

~1 hr – Orientation, gearing up, and paddle talk ~3-4 hours – Kayaking

Intermediate – Advanced

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$275 per person + ferry transportation (adults $66 / children 12 and under $53)*

Ferry Tickets This tour requires a ferry departure of 8am (check-in at 7am) or prior nights camping on Santa Cruz Island. This tour also requires a 4:30pm or later ferry return. 

When booking ferry tickets on our website, the return times vary daily and will depart anywhere between 4:30pm and 5:00pm (arrival in Ventura between 5:00pm and 7:00pm). If you would like to know your exact ferry return time for a specific date, please call or email us.

What if I want to snorkel? Snorkel gear is available for rent at our storefront on the island. Please note there is no time for those snorkeling if you are on the Ultimate Tour unless you are camping.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of kelp forests and pristine coastlines on our Guided Snorkel Excursion at Scorpion Anchorage. Our expert guides offer a wealth of knowledge on marine ecology and the natural history of the islands, allowing you to gain a deeper appreciation of the underwater world. Explore the island’s vibrant sea life and create lasting memories on this educational and scenic adventure.

Availability Our Guided Snorkel Excursion run every Sunday starting at 11am and 1:30pm from mid-June through September 30th.

Snorkel Snorkel Excursion Time (~3 hours)

~1 hr – Orientation, gearing up, and paddle talk ~1-1.5 hr – Snorkeling ~30 min – Gearing down

Intermediate through advanced experience levels recommended. Minimum age 10; children 12 and under must be escorted by an adult guardian on the excursion. All guests MUST know how to swim. Prior snorkeling experience is REQUIRED .

• Snorkel & Mask* • Fins • 3-piece, 7mm Wetsuit • Snorkel flotation device • Knowledgeable guide(s) on the local natural history and marine ecology *We do not have prescription masks. If you have contact lenses, you should wear them. *We provide wetsuits and snorkel masks; however, if you would like to bring your own, you are more than welcome to do so.

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$151 per person + ferry transportation (adults $66 / children 12 and under $53)*

Ferry Tickets The morning excursion requires a 9:30am or earlier ferry departure (check-in 1hr prior to departure). The afternoon excursion requires a 4:30pm or later return from the island.

Ferry return times vary daily and will depart anywhere between 4:00pm and 5:00pm (arrival in Ventura between 5:00pm and 7:00pm). If you would like to know your exact ferry return time for a specific date, please call or email us.

What if I don’t want a guide but want to rent snorkel equipment? Snorkel gear is available for rent at our storefront on the island.

Explore Channel Islands National Park both above and below the ocean’s surface on our expert-led Kayak & Snorkel Tour at Scorpion Anchorage. Kayak through vibrant kelp forests, sea caves, and the island’s pristine coastlines. Our knowledgeable guides will take you on a journey through marine ecology and the rich history of the island. Get up close with sea life and leave with a deeper understanding and appreciation of the underwater world.

1. Guests who already have previous kayaking and snorkeling experience. Guests should be comfortable in the ocean and comfortable swimming with a snorkel. 2. Campers who are already on the island and want a full day of adventure on & in the water

Availability Our Snorkel & Kayak Tours run every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 9:30am from mid-June through September 30th on days when there is an 8am ferry departure.

Snorkel & Kayak Tour Time (~5 hours)

~1 hr 45 min – Orientation, gearing up, and paddle talk ~1-1.5 hr – Kayaking ~15 min – Lunch ~45 min – Snorkeling ~30 min – Gearing down

Intermediate through advanced experience levels recommended. Minimum age 10; children 12 and under must be escorted by an adult guardian on the tour. All guests MUST know how to swim. Prior snorkeling experience is REQUIRED .

• Snorkel & Mask* • Fins • 3-piece, 7mm Wetsuit • Snorkel flotation device • PFD (personal flotation device) for kayaking • Ocean kayak** • Knowledgeable guide(s) on exploring sea caves as well as the local natural history and marine ecology

*We do not have prescription masks. If you have contact lenses, you should wear them. *We provide wetsuits and snorkel masks; however, if you would like to bring your own, you are more than welcome to do so. **By default, even-numbered parties will be paired in a tandem (2-person) kayak. For single or odd-numbered parties, single (1-person) kayaks will be provided.

Ferry Tickets This tour requires an 8am ferry departure (7am check-in) or prior nights camping on Santa Cruz Island. This tour also requires a 4:30pm or later ferry return.

What if I don’t want a tour but want to rent snorkel equipment? Snorkel gear is available for rent at our storefront on the island.

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A Celebration of Roses

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TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – Welcome cocktail reception followed by dinner at the illustrious Beverly Wilshire hotel 

TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – Tauck's private gala New Year's Eve "Roaring 20s" Party with dinner, dancing, and music in a ballroom at the Beverly Wilshire, a Four Seasons Hotel

TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – Behind-the-scenes visit to the Parade Float Construction Barns

TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – Farewell cocktail reception and dinner with a special surprise

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Guests should be able to easily walk one to two miles, which may include climbing one or two flights of stairs and walking over uneven pavement, groomed hiking trails or cobblestones. Standing up to one hour or more may be required.

Often robust – may include long days, active sightseeing, early starts, evening activities, significant travel times.

Welcome to Tauck's Celebration of Roses Event

We could think of no better way to launch our 100th anniversary year than by bringing back A Celebration of Roses , combining small group sightseeing tracks by day with exclusive private gala evening events held in premier venues. Images of Hollywood's halcyon days come to life in Beverly Hills and Hollywood, evoking a nostalgic look at the film industry and the stars who made movies shine... ringing in the New Year at an exclusive Roaring 20s themed party... and having the "Best day Ever!" from premier Grandstand seating at the 136th Rose Parade.

Stay in a historic landmark hotel steps from glamorous Rodeo Drive as you indulge in the celebrity-oriented five-star service of the Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel that pampers your imagination with movie-set locations during your four-night stay. Take a trip back in time to when the talkies made history on a guided tour of Warner Bros. Studio and visit The Huntington, where rare books, art and gardens promise a feast for the senses. Stop to smell the roses at the Parade Barn, where a behind-the-scenes visit reveals make-up secrets of the Rose Parade floral stars. Attend an exclusive Roaring 20s New Years Eve party... the 136th Rose Parade from premier Grandstand seating... have lunch at a four-generation family-owned winery... visit the Academy Awards Museum, Peterson Automotive Museum or LA County Museum of Art as you choose – and have lunch at a sought-after beach club oceanfront in Santa Monica or optional tickets to the 111th Rose Bowl Game® in Tauck's optional reserved seats, picnic lunch in hand. Make the start of 2025 truly the best year ever with us at a "Celebration of Roses."

Tauck Exclusive – Rose Parade Float Barns

An exclusive look behind-the-scenes at the rose parade float construction barns.

Welcoming the New Year in like nothing else, Pasadena's Rose Parade has been drawing crowds for years with its creatively designed floral floats, every visible surface ingeniously covered with flowers, bark, leaves or seeds. With Tauck, you'll see the floats close-up, both before and during the Parade. First, learn what it takes to make these amazing floats when we take you behind-the-scenes at the Parade Float Construction Barns for an up-close look at the pre-parade preparations. Then, on New Year's Day, you'll see them in their full technicolor floral glory from the best seats along the parade route; we've reserved them especially for our guests!

Tauck Exclusive – Gala New Year's Party

Ring in the new year with our private gala new year's party.

Our "Celebration of Roses" Event is highlighted by the party of the year – our Tauck Exclusive New Year's Eve extravaganza at the Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel! Dress up in your dazzling Roaring 20s best and join us for a cocktail reception followed by dinner, before dancing the night away and toasting midnight in every US time zone with a glass of champagne and a memorable rendition of "Auld Lang Syne"!

Art masterpieces & spectacular gardens – a visit to The Huntington

Art museum... library... botanical gardens... explore the huntington.

Visit The Huntington in Pasadena, where an esteemed library of rare books and manuscripts include a Gutenberg Bible, a manuscript of the Canterbury Tales by Geoffrey Chaucer, books by Marco Polo and Christopher Columbus and numerous items relating to the US Civil War; an art museum of international renown showcases the works of European and American artists in galleries awe-inspiring to behold; and manicured gardens, meticulously curated like museums, are truly memorable

Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel

A fitting base for your "celebration of roses" event – beverly wilshire, a four seasons hotel.

If the historic Beverly Wilshire looks familiar, it might be for two reasons – its exceptional location and service – or because the hotel was the primary setting for the 1990s hit film "Pretty Woman." Originally built in 1928, the hotel has reinvented itself throughout the decades while retaining its popularity with the ever-changing "in" crowd. Located at the intersection of Wilshire Boulevard and Rodeo Drive, you'll spend four nights in what is thought to be the best location in the heart of Beverly Hills – with designer shopping, fine dining and postcard-worthy views at your doorstep.

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See your travel advisor, or call Tauck at 800-468-2825 to make a reservation.

At the time of booking, please have the following information ready for all members of your party:

• Tour Name and Departure Date
• Traveler's Name: First and last names as they appear on your passport or driver's license
• Traveler's Address(es)
• Email Address*
• Traveler's Phone Number(s)*
• Emergency Contact Information: Please provide the name and phone number  of a relative or friend (not travelling with you) whom we could contact during the tour in the unlikely event of an emergency
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Deposits & Final Payment

Deposits and fees for the optional Protection Plan or Cancel Fee Waiver [CFW] coverage are due at time of booking.

The deposit amount is $600 per person

Final Payments:

Final Payment is due to Tauck  90  days before departure for lands trips, and  120  days before departure for cruises and rail journeys. If your deposit was made by credit card, final payment will be automatic unless you opted out at time of booking. Bookings without full payment at this time may be subject to cancellation without notice. Failure to make payment will be a considered a cancellation by the guest and all applicable cancellation fees will apply.

Tauck Travel Protection Product / If You Have To Cancel

Effective for plans purchased as of July 1, 2023:

Tauck's Event Protection

Tauck's Event Protection Plan provides you with cancellation protection before your journey begins as well as insurance benefits while you are traveling. Guest Protection includes the following:

Cancellation Waiver – Provided by Tauck:

Under Tauck's Cancellation Fee Waiver you can cancel your tour for ANY REASON and Tauck will reduce the regular cancellation fees outlined herein, provided we are notified of cancellation before your cruise departs. Certain terms and restrictions apply (see below*).

*Extreme Circumstances:  In the event of an act of God, war (whether declared or undeclared), terrorism, accident, natural disaster, outbreak of disease, or other event or circumstance beyond our control that contributes to or results in cancellation rates above our historical cancellation rates in the absence of such event or occurrence, Tauck reserves the right to issue a credit to you in lieu of a money-back refund, applicable to a future Tauck journey.

Travel Insurance Benefits – Underwritten by United States Fire Insurance Company.

    •     Trip Cancellation –  Should you cancel for covered reasons, the plan reimburses cancellation fees imposed, up to your total trip cost.

    •     Trip Interruption –  If you have to interrupt your tour for covered reasons, the plan provides reimbursement to catch up to your tour or return home.

    •     Travel Delay –  Provides reimbursement for missed, prepaid travel arrangements if you are delayed by a common carrier, natural disaster, unannounced strike, or other reasons as cited in the plan.

    •     Medical Expense –  Reimburses covered medical expenses incurred in the event you become injured or sick during your trip.

    •     Baggage / Personal Effects Protection –  Provides reimbursement in the event your luggage or personal effects are, lost, stolen, damaged or delayed during your trip.

Worldwide Emergency Assistance Services –  Provided by Carefree Travel Assistance; 24-hour emergency telephone assistance hotline for medical and travel related problems.

The cost of Tauck's Event Protection Plan is $329  per person.

This plan provides cancellation coverage for your trip and other insurance coverages that apply only during the covered trip. You may have coverage from other sources that provides you with similar benefits but may be subject to different restrictions depending upon your other coverages. You may wish to compare the terms of this policy with your existing life, health, home and automobile policies. If you have any questions about your current coverage, call your insurer, insurance agent or broker.

This optional Event Protection must be requested at time of booking and fee must be included in initial payment. Details will be provided with written confirmation of your reservation. Event Protection does not protect travel agent commissions. Reimbursements will be made according to original method of payment. The amount of any refund shall be reduced by any recoveries obtained by you from any third parties.

If You Have To Cancel

Regardless of reason, cancellations result in costly charges from travel and hotel providers covering penalties and fees incurred by canceling confirmed bookings. Therefore, the fees listed will apply.

Guests choosing to purchase Tauck's Event Protection Plan will incur cancellation penalties per person as follows:

90 days or more before departure: $400 per person, plus loss of Event Protection fee, per person  89 – 45 days before departure: $800 per person, plus loss of Event Protection fee, per person 44 – 1 days before departure: $1,200 per person, plus loss of Event Protection fee, per person Cancellation Fees without Tauck's Event Protection Plan: 90 days or more before departure: $600 per person 89 – 45 days before departure: $1,000 per person 44 - 1 days before departure: $2,000 per person

Time of cancellation will be when notice is received in our Wilton Woods, CT office.

Note:  All Guests, regardless of residency, who book a Tauck journey have the option of purchasing the Cancellation Waiver provided by Tauck in the event they need to cancel their trip after making their reservations. Tauck's Cruise & Event Protection, which includes both the Cancellation Fee Waiver and the Travel Insurance Benefits and Assistance Services described above, is not available to residents of Puerto Rico.

To obtain your state-specific Certificate of Insurance that contains the complete terms, conditions, limitations and exclusions of the certificate, visit   affinitytravelcert.com/docs/TACCREDOM

If you purchased a Protection Plan prior to July 1, 2017,  click here to download Description of Coverage.

As of July 1, 2017, for guests purchasing the protection plan discussed above contain insurance benefits underwritten by the United States Fire Insurance Company. C&F and Crum & Forster are registered trademarks of United States Fire Insurance Company. The Crum & Forster group of companies is rated A (Excellent) by AM Best Company 2016. The plans may also contain a non-insurance Cancellation Waiver provided by Tauck as well as non-insurance Travel Assistance Services that are provided by Carefree Travel Assistance.  Please see the plan documents for complete terms, conditions, limitations and exclusions that apply. Coverage available may vary and not all coverage is available in all jurisdictions.

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Travel Requirements For This Tour

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Real ID Act - Effective May 3, 2023

Beginning in May, 2023, some state IDs will no longer permit you to board a domestic flight. Currently, some states are compliant, some have received extensions, and some are not compliant. Click here  to see the status of your state. If your state license is not compliant, you can use a passport in lieu of a valid state ID. 

Note: The federal government has extended the deadline to May 3, 2023 for domestic airline passengers to secure a Real ID driver's license for use as identification at the airport. Travelers without a verified license or ID card will also have the option of showing other identity documents, such as a passport or military ID to board a plane.

If you are a citizen of another country traveling to the U.S., you should contact an embassy or consulate of the U.S. to determine what travel documentation is necessary. You may also log on to the U.S. State Department's Internet site by clicking here .

If you are traveling by air to join and/or depart from this tour within the U.S., please read the section above entitled Airline Security Measures to determine what travel documentation is required.

If you are a citizen of the U.S. or Canada who travels frequently between the two countries , you may benefit from the NEXUS program, which is a joint initiative between the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency and the Canada Border Services Agency that allows pre-screened and approved travelers faster processing at designated highway lanes in high-volume border crossing locations, at a NEXUS kiosk at several airports, and at certain marine reporting locations in the Great Lakes and Seattle regions. For further information, you may log on to the Nexus Internet website by clicking here. Please note that longer stays abroad for any purpose may require additional travel documentation.

We recommend that you make at least two photocopies of all the travel documents that you bring with you. Include copies of the photo page of your passport that contains the date of issuance, the date of expiration and your citizenship. Secure one set of copies in the safe in your room while traveling and leave one set behind with someone at home who will assist you in the event your documents are misplaced, lost or stolen.

Please note that you must present a license or photo ID to enter Warner Bros. Studio on "Hooray for Hollywood" sightseeing track.

Travel with Children Age Recommendations – The minimum age requirement on this Tauck event is 5 years of age or older at the time of travel. Based upon our experience with family travelers, we have a minimum recommended age of 10 for this event to encourage comfort and enjoyment for all of our guests. All children must be accompanied on activities by a parent or guardian. At least one guest in the traveling party must be 21 years of age or older in order to make a reservation. Please Note: Children under 5 years of age are not permitted on the Warner Bros. Studio Tour. Babysitting – Our journeys are designed for adults and children to share the wonder of discovery together. If you require babysitting services, your Tauck Director will put you in contact with the appropriate hotel staff with whom you may make babysitting arrangements. There is usually an additional fee for these services. Many hotels do offer on-site babysitting services; however, babysitting services may not be available at all of our hotels. Please note that our Tauck Directors are not responsible for providing babysitting services.  Safety and Welfare Responsibility ― We welcome the participation of child travelers on our exciting excursions. If you are traveling with a child on a Tauck journey, you have the sole responsibility for ensuring that that the child with whom you are traveling follows all rules of safety throughout the tour. By traveling with us, you release Tauck, Inc. and our partners of all liability for any risks and/or injuries to the child with whom you are traveling. 

Weather in Southern California varies moderately with the seasons. December and January in the Los Angeles area are typically very comfortable with little rain, warm days and cool nights. In December and January the average high temperature is about 68 °F (20 °C) in the daytime and the average overnight low temperature is about 48 °F (9 °C). The region averages 1.9 in (49 mm) of rainfall in December and 3.3 in (85 mm) in January. The air is typically very dry, and the daytime temperatures can drop up to 20 °F or 11 °C by evening.

To read about current weather conditions, we suggest you log on to the Internet website, noaa.gov , by clicking here.

What To Pack

Dress for comfort and convenience with a wardrobe that is flexible and allows for layering. Casual, cotton resort wear is suggested. For the New Year's Eve Gala event, you may wish to dress up a bit – jacket and tie for men, casually-elegant outfit for ladies - but by all means be comfortable. A light jacket or sweater for late evenings or early mornings is recommended. Comfortable walking shoes that have already been broken-in are advisable.

Bathrobes and hairdryers are provided in each hotel room.

We recommend that you pack an adequate supply of your prescription medication in its original container to last through the entire event, together with a copy of your doctor's prescription (or a letter from your health-care provider on office stationery explaining that the medication has been prescribed for you), a list of the generic names of your medication, your travel documents and a change of clothing in your carry-on bag to avoid any inconvenience in the event that your flight or luggage is delayed.

Following is a list of recommended items to pack for the Celebration of Roses Event:

• Jacket and tie for men
• Casually-elegant outfit for ladies
• Casual daytime wear – shorts, slacks, long and short-sleeved shirts
• Sunglasses, sunscreen, hat
• A light sweater or jacket for cloudy weather or a breezy night
• Binoculars (7x50 preferably)
• Insect repellent
• Camera, lenses, batteries, memory cards and chargers
• Lightweight, comfortable, sturdy walking shoes that have already been broken-in
• Travel alarm clock/cell phone with alarm functions (many hotels do not have clocks in the rooms)
• Reusable zipper lock bags or other waterproof bags
• Rain poncho and collapsible umbrella
• Daypack for camera equipment
• Sundries and toiletries that may be difficult to find en route
• Copies of your travel documents that should be secured in the safe in your hotel room while traveling

Air Information and Luggage Restrictions

Checked Luggage – General

Due to space restrictions, we ask that you please limit your checked luggage to one suitcase per person weighing no more than 50 pounds (23 kg) and with overall dimensions (length + width + height) not exceeding 62 inches (158 cm).

Besides complying with the Tauck restriction noted above, you should also be sure to research and comply with all airline baggage restrictions relating to your flights to and from your Tauck journey. Airlines have become much more strict in enforcing size and weight limits in recent years, and luggage exceeding airline standards for size or weight may result in expensive overage fees or other consequences.

Airlines are free to revise luggage policies without notice, and certain airlines have different baggage allowances for different classes of service. Researching and complying with airline luggage restrictions is the responsibility of the guest, and Tauck cannot be held responsible for any costs or disruptions to travel caused by the failure to research and comply with airline policies.

Please be sure to attach your Tauck luggage tag to your suitcase before leaving home!

Carry-on Luggage - General

Although oversize bags and wheeled, carry-on luggage are popular for airline travel, they are often not convenient or appropriate for motor coach travel or for many on-tour flights. Most modern sightseeing motor coaches offer limited space for numerous or larger items. Space under seats or in the overhead rack is typically small, and designed to accommodate items like coats, hats, purses, and small camera bags, etc.

For your day-to-day travel while on tour, we recommend that you limit your hand luggage to a small, soft-sided carry-on piece, and that you bring only those items you need handy during the day such as make-up, medications, cameras, film, etc. Items too large to fit under the motor coach seat or on the overhead rack must be stored in the luggage bays beneath the motor coach, and may be inaccessible during daytime travel.

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