American Great Lakes (Milwaukee to Buffalo)

📅 Wednesday, July 8, 2026 🏁 Saturday, July 18, 2026 🌙 12 Nights Milwaukee, Wisconsin 🚢 American Patriot
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Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1
Milwaukee, Wisconsin United States Tour the world-class Milwaukee Art Museum with its iconic white wings that open and close like a ship in motion.
Arrive 2026-07-08 00:00:00
Day 2
Milwaukee, Wisconsin United States Tour the world-class Milwaukee Art Museum with its iconic white wings that open and close like a ship in motion.
Arrive 2026-07-09 00:00:00
Day 3
🌊 At Sea
Day 4
Muskegon, Michigan United States Explore stunning shipwrecks and pristine beaches along Lake Michigan's historic gold coast.
Arrive 2026-07-11 00:00:00
Day 5
🌊 At Sea
Day 6
Mackinac Island, Michigan United States Horse-drawn carriages clip-clop past Victorian mansions while the aroma of fresh fudge drifts through car-free streets lined with century-old charm.
Arrive 2026-07-13 00:00:00
Day 7
Sault-Sainte-Marie, Ontario Canada Navigate the magnificent Sault Locks and witness massive cargo ships rise and fall through one of the world's busiest waterway engineering marvels.
Arrive 2026-07-14 00:00:00
Day 8
🌊 At Sea
Day 9
Alpena, Michigan United States Explore shipwrecks and maritime history in the clear waters of Thunder Bay, a diver's paradise with over 200 sunken vessels.
Arrive 2026-07-16 00:00:00
Day 10
🌊 At Sea
Day 11
Detroit, Michigan United States Explore the world-class Detroit Institute of Arts, home to Diego Rivera's stunning Detroit Industry Murals and thousands of masterpieces.
Arrive 2026-07-18 00:00:00
Day 12
🌊 At Sea
Day 13
🌊 At Sea

About This Cruise

Experience the wonders of three Great Lakes on a 14-day journey that combines scenic coastlines, remote islands, and maritime landmarks. Begin in Buffalo, settling into your hotel and exploring the city at your own pace. From there, board your ship and cruise to Toledo to enjoy its vibrant downtown waterfront. In Detroit, immerse yourself in the world-class collections or the Detroit Institute of Arts or explore the legendary Motown Museum. Sail to Alpena to discover nautical history at the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Witness enormous freighters navigating the Soo Locks at Sault Ste. Marie, then step back in time on Mackinac Island, with horse-drawn carriages traversing the Grand Hotel and charming fudge shops lining the streets. Continue to Muskegon to tour the historic USS LST 393 or wander along sandy dunes. In Holland, stroll tulip-lined avenues, admire Dutch windmills, and soak in the unique waterfront charm. Your journey concludes in Milwaukee, featuring the Harley-Davidson Museum, craft breweries, and the striking architecture of the Milwaukee Art Museum.
From $11,325 per person 12 nights on American Patriot with American Cruise Lines
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