Travel & Grand Rapids
Fly into Grand Rapids, Michigan's second city, for a first taste of the state.
Michigan's western shoreline along Lake Michigan looks nothing like what most people picture when they think of the Midwest. The water is Caribbean blue-green. The dunes at Sleeping Bear are 450 feet tall and overlook miles of undeveloped coastline. The orchards of Traverse City produce some of the best cherries in the world, and the towns along the Leelanau Peninsula have been quietly charming visitors for generations. Eight days through one of the country's most underrated destinations.
Tour Highlights
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
- Lake Michigan — turquoise water and white sand beaches
- Traverse City and the Cherry Capital of the World
- Leelanau Peninsula wineries
- Mackinac Bridge — the longest suspension bridge in the Western Hemisphere
- Petoskey stones and the northern Michigan shore
What to Expect
Sleeping Bear Dunes
The centerpiece of the trip. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore — 35 miles of pristine Lake Michigan shoreline, with dunes rising 400+ feet above the water.
Traverse City & Leelanau
Cherry orchards, waterfront towns, and the wineries of the Leelanau Peninsula.
Mackinac Bridge & Return
Drive north past Petoskey and along the straits to the Mackinac Bridge before flying home.
What's Included
Included
- Roundtrip transportation
- 7 nights hotel
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
- Professional tour director
- All admissions listed
Not Included
- Meals (unless specified)
- Personal purchases
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much walking at Sleeping Bear Dunes?
The dune overlook is accessible by a short paved walk. Climbing the dunes themselves is optional and strenuous. We'll have options for all fitness levels.
What is the weather like in June in Michigan?
Northern Michigan in June is typically in the 60s–75s. Cool evenings, warm afternoons — bring layers.