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Mackinac Island and Tulip Festivals May 7-13, 2026
Mackinac Island and Tulip Festivals May 7-13, 2026

When
May 7th, 2026 - May 13th, 2026
All Day

See ALL trips offered by WNAX by clicking HERE!

If you have questions about this trip, email Steve Crawford. His email address is crawford@wnax.com.  You can also text him at 605-857-0753.
If you’re ready to reserve your seats, call 800-843-0089!

Go with WNAX to the Holland, MI & Orange City, IA Tulip Festival PLUS a Mississippi Riverboat Cruise AND two nights on Mackinac Island!

Day 1
Depart Yankton
Stop: Amana Colonies in Amana, IA
Overnight: Naperville, IL area

Day 2
Stop: Touchdown Jesus!  Visit the campus of Notre Dame in South Bend, IN
Stop: Enjoy a lovely afternoon at the Holland, Michigan Tulip Festival – Brimming with Dutch Charm and Tradition! Authentic costumes, traditional foods and breathtaking colors that will captivate you!
Overnight: Grand Rapids, MI

Day 3
Stop: Visit The Cross in the Woods National Shrine. The Largest Crucifix in the World, standing 55 feet tall and 22 feet wide, the sculpture is carved from a single redwood tree and stands as the centerpiece of the shrine. The 28 feet tall bronze figure of Christ weighs over 7 tons and is a powerful site to behold.
Lunch break (on own) at Mackinaw Crossings – across the street from our Ferry to Mackinac Island!
Afternoon ride on Sheplers Ferry to Mackinac Island. Upon arrival, The Grand Hotel’s wonderful Bell Staff will collect our luggage and deliver it to your room while we ride our private horse-drawn taxi to the front steps of that famous front porch!
There will be a short welcome orientation then we are off to settle into our one-of-a-kind rooms to get freshened up for our first of 2 impeccable dinners we have during our stay!

Day 4
All day — Mackinac Island, where the horse is king and the streets have been car-free for over 100 years. It is a place where life moves at the clip-clop pace of a carriage, and on our morning Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour you’ll experience the history of centuries-old forts, ancient rock formations, ride alongside the island’s Victorian architecture and hear the fascinating stories behind them. The rest of the day is free to soak in the bliss of Mackinac Island! Rent a bike to ride around the island, shop the quaint shops, enjoy the Grand Hotel and explore at your own pace!

Day 5
Depart Mackinac Island on Shepler’s Ferry.
Stop: Mid-day visit to Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids, MI.
Beautiful evening boat cruise through downtown Chicago
Overnight in Chicago area

Day 6
Stop: Morning tour of Downtown Chicago
Stop: 6:30-9pm Captain’s Dinner and Dance Cruise aboard the Celebration Belle in Moline, IL
Overnight in Moline area

Day 7
Tulip Festival
in Orange City, IA
Stop: 4pm Arrive at Festival
Stop: 8pm Enjoy the night show featuring Anastasia!

Price: $2,499 per person double; $2,399 per person triple; $2,299 per person quad; $3,299 per person single

Itinerary subject to change.

WNAX Trip Assurance is available for $100 per person.  If you must cancel your trip due to a medical emergency prior to the trip, you’ll get a 40% cash refund and 40% credit on a future trip (minus the cost of the Trip Assurance).
If you would like to purchase traditional travel insurance (which is usually a 100% refund on the trip), you should visit with your local insurance company and usually costs around 10% of your trip package.

See ALL trips offered by WNAX by clicking HERE!

If you have questions about this trip, email Steve Crawford. His email address is crawford@wnax.com.  You can also text him at 605-857-0753.
If you’re ready to reserve your seats, call 800-843-0089!

TRIP TERMS AND CONDITIONS

General
Itinerary and hotels are subject to change. Alternatives may be offered due to closure or unexpected events.
Tour prices are subject to increased rate until booked with a deposit.
Booking a tour indicates you have read and agree with the terms.

Air Travel
Air fare is booked at Economy class group rate. Upgrades may be requested at additional cost.
One carry-on bag, meeting the airline specifications, is included in the trip price.
Additional charges for checked bags may be imposed by the airline and is the responsibility of the traveler.
Airlines may change departure times and/or layover sites. Please check the status one day prior to the flight.

Hotel Accommodations
Hotels are subject to change based on availability at time of reservation.
Elevators are not guaranteed at all properties.
Traveler is responsible for his/her luggage and may have to walk a short distance with their bag.

Special Requirements
All tours require some walking and traveler is responsible for their own luggage. Please request help from the host if needed.
If special accommodations are needed, please communicate this before booking.
Arrangements for special requirements may incur additional costs to the traveler.

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