Day 1 — Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Arrive in cosmopolitan Toronto, Canada’s largest city, and settle into your cabin this afternoon. Set sail on Lake Ontario in the early evening. (D) 

Day 2 — Port Colborne and Niagara Falls

Transit the Welland Canal and arrive in the small port town of Port Colborne early this morning. From here, set out for one of the most famous sites in North America: Niagara Falls, a group of three waterfalls that straddle the border between Ontario and New York. Pass through Chippawa, site of an important battle in the War of 1812, on the drive to the falls. Then board a specially designed vessel for an exhilarating ride to within feet of Horseshoe Falls, the largest and most powerful of the three falls. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon cruising on Lake Erie. Relax with a book in the library, or find a spot on deck to admire the scenery. (B,L,D) 

Day 3 — Sailing through Detroit and the St. Clair River

Sail right through Detroit as we navigate the Detroit River, an important commercial waterway linking Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair to Lake Huron. Enjoy panoramic views of the skyscrapers of Motor City, where Henry Ford revolutionized the automobile industry and Motown was born. Admire the Ambassador Bridge, which spans the river—and two countries. This steel suspension bridge, more than a mile long, was constructed in 1929 and today carries over 25% of trade between the United States and Canada. Cruise the St. Clair River, which was used by French fur traders in the 18th century to facilitate trade with American Indian tribes. More recently, it has served as integral part of the Great Lakes Waterway, a conduit for freighters transporting lumber, iron ore, and copper from the Great Lakes region to the cities of the Rust Belt. (B,L,D)

Day 4 — Lake Huron: Parry Sound and Georgian Bay

One of the largest freshwater lakes in the world, Lake Huron separates Michigan’s Upper Peninsula from Ontario. Comprising the main lake, Saginaw Bay, the North Channel, and Georgian Bay, Lake Huron offers a variety of coastal landscapes, from lush woodlands and rocky crags to the spectacular cliffs. Dock in Parry Sound and set out on the excursion of your choice. Cruise the specially designed Island Queen on Georgian Bay, home to The Thirty Thousand Islands—the largest freshwater archipelago in the world. Navigate this maze of bays, inlets, sounds, and shoals that lie along the southern edge of the Precambrian Canadian Shield. The captain will maneuver close to the islands, allowing for great views of their forests, wetlands, and rocks, as well as their abundant biodiversity. Alternatively, visit Killbear Provincial Park, a World Heritage Biosphere Reserve on the eastern shores of Georgian Bay. On a nature walk here, learn about the unusual geology of the park and learn to read the signs of glacial scouring. Discover beaches, rugged shoreline, windswept pines, and views of The Thirty Thousand Islands. Learn more about the area’s flora and fauna on a visit to the Visitor Center.(B,L,D)

Day 5 — Little Current and Manitoulin Island

Little Current is the gateway to Manitoulin Island, the largest freshwater island in the world. Get acquainted with the indigenous Ojibwe people, part of the M’Chigeeng First Nation. Visit the excellent exhibition and art gallery at the Ojibwe Cultural Foundation and see traditional crafts like bead working and making dreamcatchers. Take part in a smudging ceremony (a cleansing and healing ritual) and watch a demonstration of a traditional powwow, a Native American social event featuring dances, music, and other activities . Then enjoy free time in Little Current to stroll the waterfront. Or hike the Cup and Saucer Trail to the highest point on the island—about 1,160 feet—and take in incredible views across forests and lakes. Then sample a selection of Canadian wines, beers, and cheeses, along with locally smoked rainbow trout and whitefish. Alternatively, head to the village of Kagawong for a kayaking expedition on the upper Kagawong River. Paddle calm waters through wetlands and keep your eye out for wildlife. Then walk the riverside trail to the viewing platform for Bridal Veil Falls. Stop at a family-owned chocolate business for a cup of hot cocoa or coffee and a chocolate tasting.(B,L,D)

Day 6 — Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, U.S.

Located on the northern coast of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Sault Ste. Marie is one of the oldest cities in the United States. After passing through passport control, embark on one of two excursions. Take a scenic drive to Tahquamenon Falls State Park for a visit to the stunning Upper and Lower Falls and enjoy a leisurely forest walk. Continue to the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum to learn about the maritime history of the area. Visit the lightkeeper's quarters Whitefish Point Light Station, and if you wish, climb the lighthouse tower, in continuous operation for 155 years. Or drive to the Sault Lock Viewing Station and Interpretive Center to experience the engineering marvel of the Soo Locks. Visit the Valley Camp Museum Ship, a freighter that served on the Great Lakes for almost 50 years. Its massive cargo holds now contain 20,000 square feet of exhibits, displaying artifacts, paintings, and other items related to the maritime history of Lake Superior. Then board a chartered  SOO Locks boat for a cruise to the Soo Locks, where your boat is raised 21 feet to enable it to enter Lake Superior. Return to the harbor via the historic Canadian Lock, and sail past St. Mary’s rapids to Sault Ste. Marie.(B,L,D)

Day 7 — Mackinac Island and Lake Michigan

Step back in time on tiny Mackinac Island, a former fur trading center located between Michigan’s Upper and Lower Peninsula. Originally inhabited by American Indians, then occupied by French and British colonists, this island still retains an atmosphere of yesteryear, with Victorian-style buildings and elegant horse-drawn carriages. Climb aboard a horse-drawn carriage for a guided tour of the island. View the iconic Grand Hotel, which has hosted five U.S. presidents, Thomas Edison, and Mark Twain. Enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Huron from Arch Rock. Then venture into the living museum of Fort Mackinac, the site of an important battle during the War of 1812. See exhibits and re-enactments that illustrate what life was like for the families who lived in this army outpost — from military training and battles to medical treatments and the challenges of family life. This afternoon, sail Lake Michigan past cliffs, beaches, and dunes as far as the eye can see. (B,L,D)

Day 8 — Milwaukee, Wisconsin/Return Home

Disembark in Milwaukee, nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan, and transfer to airport for your flight home. (B) 

Day 1 — Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S.

Arrive in Milwaukee, nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan, and settle into your cabin this afternoon. Set sail on Lake Michigan in the early evening. (D)

Day 2 — Lake Michigan and Mackinac Island

This morning, sail Lake Michigan past forests bright with fall colors, cliffs, and beaches and dunes as far as the eye can see. Step back in time on tiny Mackinac Island, a former fur trading center located between Michigan’s Upper and Lower Peninsula. Originally inhabited by American Indians, then occupied by French and British colonists, this island still retains an atmosphere of yesteryear, with Victorian-style buildings and elegant horse-drawn carriages. Climb aboard a horse-drawn carriage for a guided tour of the island. View the iconic Grand Hotel, which has hosted five U.S. presidents, Thomas Edison, and Mark Twain. Enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Huron from Arch Rock. Then venture into the living museum of Fort Mackinac, the site of an important battle during the War of 1812. See exhibits and re-enactments that illustrate what life was like for the families who lived in this army outpost — from military training and battles to medical treatments and the challenges of family life. (B,L,D)

Day 3 — Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan

Located on the northern coast of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Sault Ste. Marie is one of the oldest cities in the United States. After passing through passport control, embark on one of two excursions. Take a scenic drive to Tahquamenon Falls State Park for a visit to the stunning Upper and Lower Falls and enjoy a leisurely forest walk. Continue to the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum to learn about the maritime history of the area. Visit the lightkeeper's quarters Whitefish Point Light Station, and if you wish, climb the lighthouse tower, in continuous operation for 155 years. Or drive to the Sault Lock Viewing Station and Interpretive Center to experience the engineering marvel of the Soo Locks. Visit the Valley Camp Museum Ship, a freighter that served on the Great Lakes for almost 50 years. Its massive cargo holds now contain 20,000 square feet of exhibits, displaying artifacts, paintings, and other items related to the maritime history of Lake Superior. Then board a chartered SOO Locks boat for a cruise to the Soo Locks, where your boat is raised 21 feet to enable it to enter Lake Superior. Return to the harbor via the historic Canadian Lock, and sail past St. Mary’s rapids to Sault Ste. Marie. (B,L,D)

Day 4 — Little Current and Manitoulin Island, Canada

Little Current is the gateway to Manitoulin Island, the largest freshwater island in the world. Get acquainted with the indigenous Ojibwe people, part of the M’Chigeeng First Nation. Visit the excellent exhibition and art gallery at the Ojibwe Cultural Foundation and see traditional crafts like bead working and making dreamcatchers. Take part in a smudging ceremony (a cleansing and healing ritual) and watch a demonstration of a traditional powwow, a Native American social event featuring dances, music, and other activities. Then enjoy free time in Little Current to stroll the waterfront. Or hike the Cup and Saucer Trail to the highest point on the island—about 1,160 feet—and take in incredible views across forests and lakes. Then sample a selection of Canadian wines, beers, and cheeses, along with locally smoked rainbow trout and whitefish. Alternatively, head to the village of Kagawong for a kayaking expedition on the upper Kagawong River. Paddle calm waters through wetlands and keep your eye out for wildlife. Then walk the riverside trail to the viewing platform for Bridal Veil Falls. Stop at a family-owned chocolate business for a cup of hot cocoa or coffee and a chocolate tasting. (B,L,D)

Day 5 — Lake Huron: Parry Sound and Georgian Bay

One of the largest freshwater lakes in the world, Lake Huron, separates Michigan’s Upper Peninsula from Ontario. Comprising the main lake, Saginaw Bay, the North Channel, and Georgian Bay, Lake Huron offers a variety of coastal landscapes, from lush woodlands and rocky crags to the spectacular cliffs. Dock in Parry Sound and set out on the excursion of your choice. Cruise the specially designed Island Queen on Georgian Bay, home to The Thirty Thousand Islands—the largest freshwater archipelago in the world. Navigate this maze of bays, inlets, sounds, and shoals that lie along the southern edge of the Precambrian Canadian Shield. The captain will maneuver close to the islands, allowing for great views of their forests, wetlands, and rocks, as well as their abundant biodiversity. Alternatively, visit Killbear Provincial Park, a World Heritage Biosphere Reserve on the eastern shores of Georgian Bay. On a nature walk here, learn about the unusual geology of the park and learn to read the signs of glacial scouring. Discover beaches, rugged shoreline, windswept pines, and views of The Thirty Thousand Islands. Learn more about the area’s flora and fauna on a visit to the Visitor Center. (B,L,D)

Day 6 — Sailing through the St. Clair River and Detroit

Cruise the St. Clair River, which was used by French fur traders in the 18th century to facilitate trade with American Indian tribes. More recently, it has served as integral part of the Great Lakes Waterway, a conduit for freighters transporting lumber, iron ore, and copper from the Great Lakes region to the cities of the Rust Belt. Sail right through Detroit as we navigate the Detroit River, an important commercial waterway linking Lake Huron and Lake St. Clair to Lake Erie. Enjoy panoramic views of the skyscrapers of Motor City, where Henry Ford revolutionized the automobile industry and Motown was born. Admire the Ambassador Bridge, which spans the river—and two countries. This steel suspension bridge, more than a mile long, was constructed in 1929 and today carries over 25% of trade between the United States and Canada. (B,L,D)

Day 7 — Port Colborne and Niagara Falls

Enjoy a relaxing morning cruising on Lake Erie. Relax with a book in the library, or find a spot on deck to admire the scenery. Arrive in the small port town of Port Colborne early this morning. From here, set out for one of the most famous sites in North America: Niagara Falls, a group of three waterfalls that straddle the border between Ontario and New York. Pass through Chippawa, site of an important battle in the War of 1812, on the drive to the falls. Then board a specially designed vessel for an exhilarating ride to within feet of Horseshoe Falls, the largest and most powerful of the three falls. Transit the Welland Canal this evening. (B,L,D)

Day 8 — Toronto, Ontario / Return Home

Disembark in cosmopolitan Toronto, Canada’s largest city, and transfer to airport for your flight home. (B)

Day 1 — Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Arrive in cosmopolitan Toronto, Canada’s largest city, and settle into your cabin this afternoon. Set sail on Lake Ontario in the early evening. (D) 

Day 2 — Port Colborne and Niagara Falls

Transit the Welland Canal and arrive in the small port town of Port Colborne early this morning. From here, set out for one of the most famous sites in North America: Niagara Falls, a group of three waterfalls that straddle the border between Ontario and New York. Pass through Chippawa, site of an important battle in the War of 1812, on the drive to the falls. Then board a specially designed vessel for an exhilarating ride to within feet of Horseshoe Falls, the largest and most powerful of the three falls. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon cruising on Lake Erie. Relax with a book in the library, or find a spot on deck to admire the scenery. (B,L,D) 

Day 3 — Sailing through Detroit and the St. Clair River

Sail right through Detroit as we navigate the Detroit River, an important commercial waterway linking Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair to Lake Huron. Enjoy panoramic views of the skyscrapers of Motor City, where Henry Ford revolutionized the automobile industry and Motown was born. Admire the Ambassador Bridge, which spans the river—and two countries. This steel suspension bridge, more than a mile long, was constructed in 1929 and today carries over 25% of trade between the United States and Canada. Cruise the St. Clair River, which was used by French fur traders in the 18th century to facilitate trade with American Indian tribes. More recently, it has served as integral part of the Great Lakes Waterway, a conduit for freighters transporting lumber, iron ore, and copper from the Great Lakes region to the cities of the Rust Belt. (B,L,D)

Day 4 — Lake Huron: Parry Sound and Georgian Bay

One of the largest freshwater lakes in the world, Lake Huron separates Michigan’s Upper Peninsula from Ontario. Comprising the main lake, Saginaw Bay, the North Channel, and Georgian Bay, Lake Huron offers a variety of coastal landscapes, from lush woodlands and rocky crags to the spectacular cliffs. Dock in Parry Sound and set out on the excursion of your choice. Cruise the specially designed Island Queen on Georgian Bay, home to The Thirty Thousand Islands—the largest freshwater archipelago in the world. Navigate this maze of bays, inlets, sounds, and shoals that lie along the southern edge of the Precambrian Canadian Shield. The captain will maneuver close to the islands, allowing for great views of their forests, wetlands, and rocks, as well as their abundant biodiversity. Alternatively, visit Killbear Provincial Park, a World Heritage Biosphere Reserve on the eastern shores of Georgian Bay. On a nature walk here, learn about the unusual geology of the park and learn to read the signs of glacial scouring. Discover beaches, rugged shoreline, windswept pines, and views of The Thirty Thousand Islands. Learn more about the area’s flora and fauna on a visit to the Visitor Center.(B,L,D)

Day 5 — Little Current and Manitoulin Island

Little Current is the gateway to Manitoulin Island, the largest freshwater island in the world. Get acquainted with the indigenous Ojibwe people, part of the M’Chigeeng First Nation. Visit the excellent exhibition and art gallery at the Ojibwe Cultural Foundation and see traditional crafts like bead working and making dreamcatchers. Take part in a smudging ceremony (a cleansing and healing ritual) and watch a demonstration of a traditional powwow, a Native American social event featuring dances, music, and other activities . Then enjoy free time in Little Current to stroll the waterfront. Or hike the Cup and Saucer Trail to the highest point on the island—about 1,160 feet—and take in incredible views across forests and lakes. Then sample a selection of Canadian wines, beers, and cheeses, along with locally smoked rainbow trout and whitefish. Alternatively, head to the village of Kagawong for a kayaking expedition on the upper Kagawong River. Paddle calm waters through wetlands and keep your eye out for wildlife. Then walk the riverside trail to the viewing platform for Bridal Veil Falls. Stop at a family-owned chocolate business for a cup of hot cocoa or coffee and a chocolate tasting.(B,L,D)

Day 6 — Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, U.S.

Located on the northern coast of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Sault Ste. Marie is one of the oldest cities in the United States. After passing through passport control, embark on one of two excursions. Take a scenic drive to Tahquamenon Falls State Park for a visit to the stunning Upper and Lower Falls and enjoy a leisurely forest walk. Continue to the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum to learn about the maritime history of the area. Visit the lightkeeper's quarters Whitefish Point Light Station, and if you wish, climb the lighthouse tower, in continuous operation for 155 years. Or drive to the Sault Lock Viewing Station and Interpretive Center to experience the engineering marvel of the Soo Locks. Visit the Valley Camp Museum Ship, a freighter that served on the Great Lakes for almost 50 years. Its massive cargo holds now contain 20,000 square feet of exhibits, displaying artifacts, paintings, and other items related to the maritime history of Lake Superior. Then board a chartered  SOO Locks boat for a cruise to the Soo Locks, where your boat is raised 21 feet to enable it to enter Lake Superior. Return to the harbor via the historic Canadian Lock, and sail past St. Mary’s rapids to Sault Ste. Marie.(B,L,D)

Day 7 — Mackinac Island and Lake Michigan

Step back in time on tiny Mackinac Island, a former fur trading center located between Michigan’s Upper and Lower Peninsula. Originally inhabited by American Indians, then occupied by French and British colonists, this island still retains an atmosphere of yesteryear, with Victorian-style buildings and elegant horse-drawn carriages. Climb aboard a horse-drawn carriage for a guided tour of the island. View the iconic Grand Hotel, which has hosted five U.S. presidents, Thomas Edison, and Mark Twain. Enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Huron from Arch Rock. Then venture into the living museum of Fort Mackinac, the site of an important battle during the War of 1812. See exhibits and re-enactments that illustrate what life was like for the families who lived in this army outpost — from military training and battles to medical treatments and the challenges of family life. This afternoon, sail Lake Michigan past cliffs, beaches, and dunes as far as the eye can see. (B,L,D)

Day 8 — Milwaukee, Wisconsin/Return Home

Disembark in Milwaukee, nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan, and transfer to airport for your flight home. (B)