September 30-October 3, 2010
Day 1: To Sault Ste. Marie, ON
Today we depart Ottawa traveling up through the Upper Ottawa Valley ablaze with colour on our journey to Sault Ste. Marie. We’ll spend the next three nights at the Comfort Suites and Conference Centre.
Day 2: Agawa Canyon Rail Excursion
All aboard the world famous Agawa Canyon Train! Sit back and experience a one-day Canadian wilderness rail excursion with superb scenery and blazing fall foliage. The large picture windows will give you an exceptional view as you experience the vastness in this wilderness region. The train follows an incredible route through stretches of thick forest, colourful cliffs, waterfalls, over towering trestles and into fjord-like ravines to the awesome Agawa Canyon. This natural wilderness park is maintained by the railway and cannot be reached by any other means. A two hour stopover will provide adequate time to enjoy the beauty that surrounds you. Enjoy breakfast and lunch aboard the train. Be sure to bring your camera for the breathtaking scenery. Spend a leisurely evening at the hotel. (B,L)
Day 3: Mackinac Island, MI
This morning we cross the border into the Great Lakes State and travel to St. Ignace to board the ferry for our crossing to Mackinac Island. Time all but stands still on this magical three mile island where automobiles are banned. Sit back and experience the history and legends of Mackinac Island, also known as the “Bermuda of the North,” on a scenic horse-drawn carriage tour that awaits us upon our arrival. We’ll visit Fort Mackinac, a national historic landmark to experience American Military life of the 1800’s where costume re-enactments bring that era back to life. Enjoy a fabulous buffet lunch at the historical Grand Hotel. We return to Sault Ste. Marie for the evening. (B, L)
Day 4: To Ottawa, ON
This morning, we depart for home sharing many memories with your friends of your magical Michigan and awesome rail adventure getaway. (B)
A Valid Passport is required.
Twin $855. Triple $785. Quad $755. Single $1095.
Cost per PersonYour Ultimate Holiday Experience Includes:
- Transportation aboard a Deluxe Motorcoach
- 3 Nights Accommodation
- 3 Breakfasts
- 2 Lunches (Including the Historical Grand Hotel)
- Agawa Canyon Rail Excursion
- Mackinac Island Ferry Crossing
- Horse Drawn Carriage Tour
- Admission to Fort Mackinac
- Bellman’s Gratuities for 1 piece of luggage
- Services of an Ottawa Valley Tour Director
- All Taxes
- Priced in Canadian Dollars
