FLY & RIDE TOUR
MACKINAC ISLAND & THE GRAND HOTEL
Partnered w/ Premier World Discovery
October 5 – 12, 2025
HOW TO REGISTER
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TOUR DESCRIPTION
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the heart of the Midwest, exploring iconic destinations and immersing yourself in American history, culture, and natural beauty. Your adventure begins in Detroit, where you’ll delve into the automotive heritage of the city. Visit the Ford River Rouge Plant, a modern marvel of 21st-century manufacturing, and explore the Henry Ford Museum, a treasure trove of American artifacts. Step back in time to the Victorian era on Mackinac Island, a charming town preserved with horse-drawn carriages and elegant architecture. Explore the island’s historic sites, take a scenic carriage ride, or simply relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. Marvel at the breathtaking power of Niagara Falls, one of the world’s most famous natural wonders. Experience the unique Journey Behind the Falls, feel the thunderous vibration of the Horseshoe Falls, and take a thrilling boat tour for an up-close encounter. Discover the charming Bavarian-style town of Frankenmuth, known for its festive atmosphere, unique shops, and delicious German cuisine. Explore Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland, the world’s largest Christmas store, or stroll along the River Place. As you journey through the scenic landscapes of Michigan and Ontario, Canada, you’ll encounter a diverse range of cultural experiences. Visit the quaint town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, known for its historic charm and wineries. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, providing something for everyone. Whether you’re a history buff, automotive enthusiast, nature lover, or simply seeking a memorable vacation, this journey promises to leave you with lasting memories.
HIGHLIGHTS
2 Nights at the Grand Hotel * 2 Nights in Niagara Falls * Henry Ford Museum * Horse Drawn Carriage on Mackinac Island * Niagara Falls Cruise * Niagara Area Tour * Niagara-on-the-Lake * River Rouge Truck Plant * Skylon Tower Dinner at Niagara Falls * Bavarian town of Frankenmuth, MI * Ferry ride to Mackinac Island * Journey Behind the Falls * White Water Walk * Greenfield Village
OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS
2 Nights – Doubletree by Hilton, Dearborn
2 Nights – Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island
1 Night – Drury Inn & Suites, Frankenmuth
2 Nights – Marriott on the Falls, Doubletree Niagara Falls or Sheraton on the Falls, Niagara Falls
(On some dates, alternate hotels may be used.)
PRICING * DISCOUNTS * INCLUSIONS
SINGLE OCCUPANCY: $5,549 Per Person DOUBLE OCCUPANCY: $4,599 Per Person
DEPOSIT REQUIRED @ REGISTRATION: $400 Per Person REMAINING BALANCE DUE: July 5, 2025
SEAT REDUCTION DATE: April 5, 2025 (For reservations after this date, please call for availability & rates.)
A deposit of $400 per person is due upon reservation. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis. Reservations are always made based on availability at time of reservation request. NO RISK DEPOSIT: Deposits are fully refundable up until April 5, 2025. After April 5, 2025, the deposit full value can be used as a Future Travel Credit with Premier World Discovery. Final payment due by July 5, 2025.
BOOKING DISCOUNT: Make your Final Payment by check prior to the Final Payment Due Date & receive $200 per couple / $100 per person Booking Discount! Initial Deposit can be made by check or credit card to be eligible. Payments after Initial Deposit are considered part of Final Payment & must be made by check.
PRICING INCLUDES: Transportation Between Tyler & DFW International Airport * Round Trip Airfare (In/Out DFW International) * 11 Meals (7 Breakfasts & 4 Dinners) * Professional “Premier World Discovery” Tour Director * Luxurious Motor-Coach Transportation * Hotel Transfers * Admissions Per Itinerary * Sightseeing Per Itinerary * 7 Nights Hotel Accommodations * Baggage Handling @ Hotels * Complimentary Secured Parking @ American Tours
IMPORTANT CONDITIONS: Your price is guaranteed once deposit is received and booking confirmed by Premier World Discovery. Your price is not subject to increase after the deposit is received and booking confirmed, except for charges resulting from increases in government-imposed taxes or fees. (See registration form for consent.) All Rates are Per Person and are subject to change, based on air inclusive package from DFW.
PREMIER WORLD DISCOVERY “COMPASS CLUB”: TRAVEL AND SAVE!
The Premier Compass Club rewards our valued guests with special recognition and a Compass Club Loyalty Credit on future tours and cruises. Guests that have completed a trip will automatically be enrolled and will receive an additional $100 per person or $200 per couple Compass Club Loyalty Credit applied to their next Premier World Discovery tour or River Cruise. Loyalty Credit is valid for 24 months from your last tour. For more details and information visit: premierworlddiscovery.com.
ITINERARY
DAY 1: ARRIVE DETROIT
Upon arrival in Detroit, meet your Tour Director and transfer to your hotel in Dearborn for a two-night stay. Dinner is included this evening. (D) Overnight: Dearborn
DAY 2: FORD FACTORY & VILLAGE
This morning, visit the famous River Rouge Plant, a modern marvel of 21st century manufacturing where Ford F-150 trucks are built. Then, visit the Henry Ford Museum, known as the greatest auto collection documenting the American experience. See the Rosa Parks bus, the chair in which Abraham Lincoln was assassinated, the limousine where President Kennedy was shot, and much more. Later visit Greenfield Village*, established by Henry Ford in 1929 as a living history museum to celebrate the American spirit from pioneer days to modern times. Tonight enjoy a Welcome Dinner with your fellow travelers. (B,D) Overnight: Dearborn
DAY 3: DEARBORN – MACKINAC ISLAND
Today, journey north to Mackinac Island. Your adventure begins with a 16-minute ferry ride in the shadow of the Mackinac Bridge. You’ll be greeted with the sights and sounds of the Victorian era, where transportation was by horse drawn carriage or bicycle. Step back in time for two nights at The Grand Hotel, Mackinac’s finest & most famous resort property. The Grand Hotel provides an elegant dining experience for dinner this evening. (B,D) Overnight: Mackinac Island
DAY 4: MACKINAC ISLAND CARRIAGE RIDE – TIME AT LEISURE
Begin today with a Horse Drawn Carriage Tour of Mackinac Island. Your private carriage will take you on a scenic tour of the famous West Bluff Victorian homes. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore the quaint town and more of the island. This ideal vacation spot is a paradise of exploration with incredible natural landmarks, unique shopping, diverse dining and famous fudge! (B) Overnight: Mackinac Island
DAY 5: MACKINAC TO FRANKENMUTH
After breakfast, ride the ferry back to the mainland. Cross the Mighty Mac, one of the world’s longest suspension bridges, and later arrive in Frankenmuth. Enjoy this small city settled by Germans from the Bavarian region. The streets are lined with Bavarian
style shops including Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland and Frankenmuth Riverplace. (B) Overnight: Frankenmuth
DAY 6: FRANKENMUTH – NIAGARA FALLS
Motorcoach into Ontario, Canada**, and drive east to Niagara Falls, one of the natural wonders of the world. Enjoy the unique Journey Behind the Falls experience where you descend 125-feet and explore 130-yearold tunnels carved through the bedrock. Feel
the thunderous vibration of the Horseshoe Falls before arriving at the observation deck for an up close and possibly wet view of the falls. Later check into your hotel for two nights in Niagara Falls. (B) Overnight: Niagara Falls
DAY 7: NIAGARA FALLS AREA
A full day of incredible Niagara Falls Area Sightseeing awaits as you drive the scenic Niagara Parkway with stops at the Hydro Floral Clock and a visit the quaint town of Niagara-on-the-Lake which sits on Lake Ontario at the mouth of the Niagara River. Stop to experience the White Water Walk which offers a first-hand lesson the Niagara River’s whitewater rapids. Walk on a quarter-mile boardwalk with incredible views that will take your breath away! Later experience the legendary Niagara Falls Boat Tour for an up close encounter with the awe-inspiring thundering falls. Other than the falls themselves the boat excursion is the most famous attraction in the area. The Niagara Falls were created by glacier activity over 10,000 years ago, and the 3 waterfalls combine to produce the highest flow rate of any waterfall on earth. Tonight enjoy a Farewell Dinner at the world-famous revolving Skylon Tower which combines an exhilarating 52 second ride with the awe of seeing Niagara from 775 feet above the mighty Falls. (B,D) Overnight: Niagara Falls
DAY 8: NIAGARA FALLS – BUFFALO – FLY HOME
Today motorcoach and cross the border back into the U.S. Visit Goat Island in Niagara Falls, NY for more views of the amazing falls. Then drive to the Buffalo airport for your flight home. (B)
*On some departures the Ford House, the estate of Edsel & Eleanor Ford will replace Greenfield Village
OPTIONAL INSURANCE
OPTIONAL “PREMIER WORLD DISCOVERY – TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN” AVAILABLE
This optional Travel Protection Plan is $375 per person, is not included in Tour Pricing, and is non-refundable.
For more information regarding the coverage provided by Premier’s TPP, please visit https://www.pwd.travel/tpp.html.
REQUIREMENTS * ACTIVITY LEVEL
*** PASSPORT REQUIRED ***
*** RECOMMEND PASSENGER AQUIRE “KNOWN TRAVELER NUMBER” ***
ACTIVITY LEVEL: The overall activity level of this tour is a LEVEL 3. This tour includes moderate physical activity. The itinerary blends some longer days with shorter days. You should be in good health, able to walk a flight of stairs (or more), and participate in walking tours of nature walks possibly over uneven ground and cobblestone streets with periods of standing. There could be some early and late activities as well as temperature and altitude changes.
PLEASE NOTE
BOOKING DISCOUNT: Make your Final Payment by check prior to the Final Payment Due Date & receive $200 per couple / $100 per person Booking Discount! Initial Deposit can be made by check or credit card to be eligible. Payments after Initial Deposit are considered part of Final Payment & must be made by check.
NO RISK DEPOSIT – NO CHANGE FEES: Deposits & TPP payments for any Bookings made for this tour are fully refundable until 180 days prior to departure. Should your plans change inside of 180 days you can use the full value (Future Travel Credit**) of your Deposit or TPP on a different program as long as you change plans or let us know prior to the Final Payment Due Date. Future Travel Credits are valid for 12 months from deposit date and are non-transferable.
CANCELATION FEES:
Cancellations not covered by the Travel Protection Plan (TPP) or if the TPP is not purchased, are subject to the following per person fees:
– Cancel more than 180 days prior to departure: Full Refund
– Cancel 179-90 days prior to departure: Deposit or TPP* is Retained**
– Cancel 89-60 days prior to departure: 25% of total price
– Cancel 59-30 days prior to departure: 50% of total price
– Cancel 29-15 days prior to departure: 75% of total price – Cancel 14 days or less prior to departure/no shows: No refunds
*If purchased **Future Travel Credit issued for Deposit or TPP* value
PREMIER’S TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN (TPP) of $375 per person (must purchase with Initial Deposit)
Part A – Cancellation Waiver provided by PWD
I. Trip Cancellation Waiver (TCW) – Guarantees full refund on all payments, except the Trip Cancellation Waiver Fee itself in case of cancellation up to the time and date of departure due to the passenger’s personal illness or death of an immediate family member. Medical/official documentation required.
II. Premier “Any Reason” Cancellation Waiver (ARCW) – Reimburses 75% of the cancellation fees in the form of a future travel credit certificate (FTCC) valid for 1 year, if you cancel more than 48 hours prior to scheduled depar- ture for any reason not eligible for cash refund under the TCW (Part A – I.). FTCC is non-transferable, may not be redeemed for cash and does not in- clude any credit for the Trip Cancellation Waiver Fee. The Trip Cancellation Waiver Fee must be paid for with Initial Deposit and is refundable until 180 days prior to departure. The Trip Cancellation Waiver does not cover any single supplement charges due to an individual’s traveling companion canceling prior to departure. The Trip Cancellation Waiver is non-transferable and valid for each applicant only. The Trip Cancellation Waiver does not cover any services such as airline tickets not purchased through PWD. Cancellations, Refunds & Inquiries under Part A will be handled by PWD. Certain Exclusions and Restrictions apply.
Part B – Post Departure Travel Protection Plan* provided by USI includes coverage for: Trip Interruption ($1,000); Trip Delay ($100/Day-Max $500); Baggage & Personal Effects ($2,000); Baggage Delay ($500); Emergency Accident/Sickness Medical Expense – excess coverage ($30,000); Emergency Evacuation/Repatriation ($150,000); Accidental Death & Dismember- ment ($25,000); Non-Insurance and Emergency Travel Assistance Services** (24/7). Claims & Inquiries under Part B will be administered by USI.
For full Part A and Part B plan details visit: www.premierworlddiscovery.com/TPP. All Benefits described on this page are for general information basis only. There are certain restrictions, exclusions and limitation that apply to all insurance coverages. Plan benefits, limits and provisions may vary by state jurisdiction
RESPONSIBILITY: Premier World Tours LLC dba Premier World Discovery (hereafter PWD), whose vouchers are used by respective agents for the passenger in all matters pertaining to hotel accommodations, sightseeing tours and transportation, hold themselves free of responsibility for any damages occasioned from any cause whatsoever. PWD will not be responsible for any damages or inconvenience caused by late arrivals, departures and change of schedule or other conditions nor will they be responsible for any act, omission, or event during the time the passenger is not on board their conveyance. The passage contract in use by the airline concerned, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the airline and the purchaser of this tour/cruise, and/or passenger. PWD does not hold any responsibility for the conduct of any of its members, hotel, motorcoach, cruiseline, train, airline or other personnel. PWD reserves the right to decline to accept or retain any person as a member of a tour/cruise at its discretion. PWD &/or its Tour Director retain the right to require any participant to withdraw from a tour/cruise at any time, if determined to be in the best interests of health, safety & general welfare of the tour/cruise group or of the individual participant. Arbitration – I/We agree, any and all disputes concerning this contract or any other material concerning the trip, or the trip itself must be resolved exclusively pursuant to binding arbitration in the state of California, pursuant to the then current rules of the American Arbitration Association. Payment of the deposit for this tour/cruise constitutes acceptance of these terms and conditions.
IMPORTANT CONDITIONS/NOTES: A valid US passport is required for this tour and is the responsibility of each passenger. Passports should be valid for up to six (6) months beyond the travel dates. All names must be submitted to Premier exactly as they appear on passenger passports. US Passport Cards are not accepted for Air Travel to / from Canada. Itinerary and hotels are subject to change.
AIR NOTE: Air Schedules may not be available until Final Trip Documentation is received. Air seats are assigned by the airline and sometimes not assigned until the day of travel. Air seat changes can only be attempted upon receipt of e-tickets and
Final Trip Documentation at which time availability may be limited. If specific seat assignments or airline choice is extremely important to your reservation, we recommend you book land only and make your own air reservations. Please make this adjustment to land only/own air at time of tour reservation.
A deposit of $400 per person is due upon reservation. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis. Reservations made after the deposit due date of December 1, 2024 are based upon availability. Final payment due by April 1, 2025. NO RISK DEPOSIT: Deposits are fully refundable up until December 1, 2024. After December 1, 2024, the deposit full value can be used as a Future Travel Credit with Premier World Discovery.
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