Ford Rouge Factory & Greenfield Village
Ford Rouge Factory Tour

Departing from The Henry Ford, our group begins the journey aboard a video equipped bus, viewing the epic story of the Rouge. Once on site, 2 state-of-the-art theaters chronicle both the history & future of auto manufacturing in awe-inspiring, multi-sensory film experiences. A short elevator ride up to the Rouge Visitor Center's observation deck provides a panoramic view of the 10 acre, environmentally inspired, "living roof" (the world's largest) on top of the final assembly building. Finally, an elevated walkway takes us high above a world-class assembly line, giving all an up-close look at how F-150 trucks are built. As the tour ends, walk through a gallery of legendary vehicles produced at the Rouge including the Ford Model A, Thunderbird, Mustang & the Ford F-150.

Greenfield Village (adjacent to Henry Ford Museum)

Rediscover America at this restored treasure! With over 81 historic buildings, parlors, gardens, workshops, farms & more, America's most powerful & inspiring stories are now impeccably preserved surrounding you with authentic detail. Stroll down Main Street bustling with automobiles & carriages, events & amusements. See the porches & parlors from humble early dwellings from the 1700's to homes of the 1930's. Witness a variety of products being created by skilled artisans or View Henry Ford's Model T.

Please be advised that the Ford Rouge Factory assembly line may not be in operation during our visit due to vacations, malfunctions, or closures. If this happens, guests will still be able to visit the complex, they will just not see the actual production line.

Mackinac Island Ferry
Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferries zip you safely to Mackinac Island in just 16 minutes! You may choose from the cushioned seats and wide aisles of the main deck lounge, or experience a spectacular panoramic view of the Straits of Mackinac from the open-air top-deck seating area


Horse drawn Carriage ride
Since motor vehicles are not permitted to intrude on the natural beauty of Mackinac Island, there is no better way to visit this historic isle and see the legendary points of interest than by horse drawn carriages. You'll be taken to areas you may not discover on bicycle or on foot. Your tour will be expertly narrated and you'll travel in comfortable, charming carriages "with the fringe on top." You'll see Surrey Hill, Arch Rock, Fort Mackinac and the renowned Grand Hotel. See historic Market Street, Skull Cave and the Governor's Mansion. Bring your camera!
The tour lasts approx 1 hour.


Grand Hotel's Luncheon Buffet
Enjoy the Grand Hotel's famous buffet luncheon served in the Main Dining Room overlooking the Straits of Mackinac. This bountiful Grand Buffet, extending nearly 100 feet, offers an assortment of hot entrees, meats and poultry sliced to perfection, crisp salads, soups, fruits, veggies, cheeses, soups, and breads.
The dessert table is incomparable with over 20 different selections, all freshly baked each day in their own bakery.



Mackinac Island Butterfly House
The Mackinac Island Butterfly House is the third oldest live butterfly exhibit in the United States. The world renowned facility has 1800 square feet of tropical garden filled with hundreds of live butterflies from around the world.

Visit this fairy tale garden where beautiful butterflies of every imaginable size and color "dance" to classical music and the sound of falling water, fluttering and lighting on fragrant blossoms and the marvelous stone waterfall that centers the garden.


Frankenmuth, MI
Frankenmuth, "Michigan's Little Bavaria", delights over 3 million visitors annually with its flower-lined streets and Bavarian hospitality. Come experience another world with unique attractions, shopping, restaurants, and family fun!



Bronner's Christmas Wonderland
Visit the largest Christmas Store in the World with thousands of shimmering lights, sparkling ornaments, hundreds of whimsical animated figures and a worldwide selection of over 50,000 trims and gifts, displayed in a European marketplace atmosphere.

Take time to visit Bronner's replica of Oberndorf, Austria's Silent Night Memorial Chapel. Also, see an 18 minute multi-image presentation, "World of Bronners," a delight of sights and sounds highlighting the design and production of Bronner's worldwide selection.



Dinner at Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn
Established in 1888 and known for it's famous ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT Frankenmuth-style chicken dinners and German specialties. Seven dining rooms and Roof Garden. Mini Village of shops located in lower level.

Restaurant is the home of Frankenmuth's Glockenspiel tower. Bavarian Inn's Glockenspiel Tower houses a magnificent 35-bell carillon, a beautiful figurine movement and an illuminated clock, all imported from Germany! Before striking the hour, and on each quarter hour, the clock sounds the 5-bell Westminster chime.