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Victory Great Lakes Grand Discovery Itinerary

(Victory Cruise Lines  "Great Lakes Grand Discovery" 
13 Day Cruise - Chicago to Montreal (or Reverse) - 2021



​City skylines ebb into lazy lake shores as we sail beneath empyrean ether. Marvel at the singular beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and the southern Canadian coast. Mackinac Island tenders a peace rarely found on the mainland. Niagara Falls inspires awe at every visit. These bounties and more await when you step aboard this VICTORY CRUISE LINES voyage.
BOOK NOW AND SAVE - RISK FREE*
Book early and save up to $1,400 per person*
 on your 2021 cruise experience,  
You can change or cancel your voyage up to 
​121 days before departure
 - and receive a full 
100% refund.  Best Savings Are Right Now, but you must Act Quickly. 
* Terms & Conditions apply.

Midwest Majesty Route Map
Navigational Waterways include: Lake Michigan,
Straits of Mackinac, Lake Huron, Detroit River, St. Claire River, Lake Erie, Welland Canal and
Lake Ontario

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​Day 1 - Hotel Stay in Chicago, Illinois 
Day 2 - Embark in Chicago, Illinois
Day 3 - Scenic Sailing on Lake Michigan
Day 4 - Mackinac Island, Michigan
Day 5 - Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan 
Day 6 - Little Current, Manitoulin Island, Ontario
Day 7 - Scenic Sailing on Lake Huron
Day 8 - Detroit, Michigan  
Day 9 - Cleveland, Ohio
Day 10 - Niagara Falls (Port Colborne), Ontario  
Day 11 - Toronto, Ontario
Day 12 - Scenic Sailing of Lake Ontario  
Day 13 - Disembark in Montreal, Quebec 

                                 Map of Niagara Falls
 


Detailed Itinerary  

Day 1 - Hotel Stay in Chicago, Illinois  (Included in the Cruise Fare)

​Arrive the day prior to your cruise and enjoy a complimentary stay at the pre-cruise hotel. The evening allows time to become acquainted with the city. For your convenience, our Hospitality Desk will be located in the hotel, and our friendly staff can assist with everything from general questions about the upcoming voyage to reservation of premium experiences. Representatives will be available to provide suggestions for dining, entertainment and sightseeing options to maximize your time here. ​  

Day 2 - Embarkation in Chicago, Illinois

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Situated at the mouth of the Chicago River, on the southern coast of Lake Michigan, Chicago is a city of art, music, and industry. After breakfast, disembark  and choose your adventure in Chi town. Visit the Michigan Mile or get to know the city's rich architectural history with a river boat tour. With shopping, museums, dining, music and theater, there's something for every taste in this iconic American city.

OPTIONAL UPGRADE - PREMIUM SHORE EXCURSION
​Join us on a narrated driving tour of Chicago as we visit some of its most iconic attractions at the upgrade rate of USD $79.00 per person.​  Please call for reservations.

Day 3 - Scenic Cruise of Lake Michigan

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As we traverse across the aqua, turquoise and cerulean shades of Lake Michigan, watch dunes of sand slowly become lost in the horizon while sunlight plays upon the deck. Lake Michigan is the third largest of the Great Lakes, and the only lake that does not share a border with Canada. Its shoreline has one of the largest collections of freshwater sand dunes in the world. Though culturally they are treated as separate lakes, Lake Michigan and Lake Huron actually form one continuous body of water, connected by the wide Straights of Mackinac. 

Day 4 - Mackinac Island, Michigan

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Cars are forbidden on Mackinac Island, Michigan, to preserve the quaint Victorian ambiance. Traveling from the port by foot, bicycle or horse-drawn carriage, make your way to the island's famous Grand Hotel. On a clear day, don't forget to ascend to the cupola to take in the extraordinary view. History lovers will enjoy a tour of Fort Mackinac--the site of battles in both the American Revolutionary War and the War of 1812. ​​

Day 5 - Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan

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The "Soo" locks allow ships to bypass the rapids of St. Mary's River as they make their way between Lake Superior and Lake Huron. The locks accommodate nearly 10,000 ships each year. In Sault Ste Marie, Ontario, the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre tells the story of Ontario’s rich bushplane and firefighting history. The Ermatinger Old Stone House and Clergue Blockhouse include the oldest stone buildings west of Toronto. ​

Day 6 - Little Current, Manitoulin Island, Ontario

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Manitoulin Island is the largest freshwater island in the world and Little Current is home to a rich history of first nation cultures and nautical exploration. Join local guides for a narrated drive through Manitoulin's picturesque countryside. We'll stop at the Immaculate Conception Church, which unites Ojibwe with European Catholic traditions, and visit the Ojibwe Cultural Foundation for a tour and intertribal dance & drum presentation. 

Day 7 - Scenic Cruise on Lake Huron

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Today we slip our moorings to survey the sapphire canvas of a boundless empire. Scenic sailing invites visitors to navigate the day as we cruise through the second-largest arena of inland sea in America’s Great Lakes. Engage in laissez faire, and curl up with a nautical novel on the deck as the rhythmic slap of spray keeps pace.  

Day 8 - Detroit, Michigan

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There’s no better place than the Motor City to choose an optional premium experience to explore the captivating history of the automotive industry – and so much more – at The Henry Ford. Be astounded by the museum’s vast and varied artifacts of American heritage. The extraordinary exhibits chronicle the lifespan of a nation. All guests may choose the included excursion to the Detroit Institute of Arts and its 100-plus galleries, the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, the West Canfield Historic District and other city highlights. ​

Day 9 - Cleveland, Ohio 

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Step off the ship onto what some call America’s “North Coast” and discover why Clevelanders are so fiercely proud of their home. The reinvented city reverberates with vitality and a cool new atmosphere. Expand your mind at the world-class Cleveland Museum of Art, with over 45,000 works to explore. You can also feel the backbeat at the museum devoted to one of America’s finest gifts to the world – the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

An optional premium experience to Geauga County offers a glimpse into a simpler way of life with a visit to an Amish home for a traditional wedding feast.  

Day 10 - Niagara Falls, Ontario

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Begin your day in breathtaking Niagara Falls, which attracts millions of visitors each year. An optional pre-cruise premium experience takes you to the heart of its splendor for a Hornblower catamaran ride into the mist. Afterward, take lunch for a spin in the rotating Skylon Tower, followed by a tasting at local winery and shopping at Niagara-on-the-Lake. Deluxe motor coaches will transport guests a short distance to the ship in Port Colborne. 

OPTIONAL UPGRADE - PREMIUM SHORE EXCURSION
Meeting the Mist: Enjoy the Hornblower Boat Ride followed by a tour of Skylon Tower a Wine Tasting and Shopping at Niagara-on-the-Lake at the upgrade rate of USD $149.00​ per person.  Please call for reservations.

Day 11 - Toronto, Ontario 

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​Ever-expanding Toronto is a gift to the senses. It’s become a canvas for the many artisans who’ve made it home and taken every opportunity to captivate uniqueness and beauty throughout its core. A quirky amalgam of culture flows freely through every inch of adventure throughout the metropolis. From freshness in farmers’ markers to boldness of cityscape, each visitor will certainly fall in love with a little piece of this smashing destination. 

Day 12 - Scenic Cruise on Lake Ontario 

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​The lower reaches of the St. Lawrence Seaway give way to unspeakable splendor at Thousand Islands, the glorious corridor leading us onto the lake. Search the intricate maze of lichen-cloaked mounds for glimpses of their bounty of wildlife. 

Day 13 - Disembark in Montreal, Quebec

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​As the journey concludes, there are other opportunities for you to take in the town. Enjoy the city at your leisure, or consider a post-cruise premium experience with airport transfer.
​For reservations and more Information please call our
​Travel Specialist at 918-393-2900 or Toll Free 1-888-756-9008
Email: Info@GreatLakesCruises.com



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13 Day - Great Lakes Grand Discovery Itinerary   
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Victory II
Departing From: Chicago to Montreal  (Or Reversed)
Ports of Call: 
Chicago, IL, Mackinac Island, MI, Sault Ste. Marie, MI, Little Current, Manitoulin Island, ON, Detroit, MI, Cleveland, OH,  Niagara Falls (Port Colborne), ON, Toronto, ON, Montreal, Quebec
Sailing Dates:  April 24-May 5,   June 28-July 10,   July 9-21,  Oct 18-30, 2021   
Port Charges: $559.00 Per Person
Starting at 
​USD $5,999.00 - $12,199.00 
Per Person, based on double occupancy *
WHAT'S INCLUDED
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13 Day - Great Lakes Grand Discovery Itinerary   
​
Victory II
Departing From: Chicago to Montreal  (Or Reversed)
Ports of Call: 
Chicago, IL, Mackinac Island, MI, Sault Ste. Marie, MI, Little Current, Manitoulin Island, ON, Detroit, MI, Cleveland, OH,  Niagara Falls (Port Colborne), ON, Toronto, ON, Montreal, Quebec
Sailing Dates:   July 16-28,   July 27-Aug 8,   Aug 7-19,   Aug 18-30, 2021
Port Charges: $559.00 Per Person
Starting at 
​USD $6,399.00 - $11,599.00 
Per Person, based on double occupancy *
WHAT'S INCLUDED
​BOOK NOW!

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​* Cruise fares quoted are in U.S. dollars, per person (based on double occupancy).  Single Supplements also available.  
Cruise Fares do not include government taxes and fees, port charges, airfare, travel insurance, gratuites, 
personal expenditures or transportation costs incurred while traveling to and from embarkation ports.
Rates and Schedules are subject to change at any time.

Updated: Sept. 4, 2020 - LLS 

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