Great Lakes Adventure 2026
Our Journey
September 14–26, 2026 · Chicago to Toronto
Our Great Lakes trip begins in Chicago on September 14 and ends in Toronto on September 26. We'll spend three nights in Chicago before boarding Le Bellot on September 17. We'll be traveling with Susan & Mike Plumlee.
Our Ship
Le Bellot
Le Bellot is a small expedition ship carrying approximately 184 passengers. It will be our home from September 17 through September 24 as we travel from Milwaukee through the Great Lakes to Toronto.
The Itinerary
Chicago
Fly from Los Angeles to Chicago. Stay at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago.
Chicago
Tauck tour begins. Welcome reception and dinner.
Chicago
History of the River sightseeing tour. Afternoon and evening free.
Chicago / Milwaukee
Chicago River architecture cruise and deep-dish pizza lunch. Transfer to Milwaukee and board Le Bellot.
Muskegon, Michigan
Best of Muskegon excursion.
Mackinac Island, Michigan
Carriage ride around Mackinac Island, visit Fort Mackinac and lunch at the Grand Hotel.
Lake Huron
Full day cruising aboard Le Bellot.
Detroit, Michigan
Detroit City Tour.
Cleveland, Ohio
Visit the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame followed by Cleveland's Cultural Gems excursion.
Welland Canal
Full-day transit through the Welland Canal and its eight locks.
Niagara Falls / Toronto
Disembark Le Bellot in Toronto, travel to Niagara Falls for the boat excursion and lunch, then return to Toronto and check into the Four Seasons Hotel.
Toronto
Toronto sightseeing and Royal Ontario Museum. Farewell dinner at Casa Loma.
Toronto / Home
Transfer to Toronto Pearson Airport and fly home via Detroit.