Fri, Oct 1: Board your motorcoach in Indianapolis and head north to Michigan. Take the ferry to Mackinac Island and check in to the Bicycle Street Inn, ideally located on Main Street in the center of downtown. Enjoy a Welcome Dinner at the hotel. (Meal: Dinner)

Sat, Oct 2: This morning, take a horse-drawn carriage tour of the island. Have lunch at the Grand Hotel, a National Historic Landmark, and explore the property or simply relax and take in the spectacular views from a rocking chair on the world’s longest porch. The remainder of the day is free to shop for fudge and other goodies in the quaint town, or explore the island on your own. (B,L)

Sun, Oct 3: Spend the day at leisure exploring Mackinac Island and all it has to offer. (B)

Mon, Oct 4: After breakfast at the hotel, head back to the mainland. Cross the strait by ferry and board the motorcoach for the drive across the “Mighty Mac” bridge. Travel to Charlevoix for a tour of the town’s most historic locations. See the quirky Earl Young “mushroom” houses, built from 1918 to the 1950s, many of which have undulating stone walls capped by a mushroom-shaped cedar shake roof. Enjoy free time in town before transferring to Petoskey and checking in to Stafford’s Perry Hotel. Perched high on a bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, the Perry Hotel is listed on the National Register of Historic Sites. Have dinner with the group and an evening enjoying the beautiful lake views. (B,D)

Tue, Oct 5: Spend the morning at leisure in Petoskey, a resort destination for more than 100 years, overlooking the shores of Little Traverse Bay. Explore the shops, restaurants, parks, and art galleries of the Gaslight District. Visit the historical museum, hunt for Petoskey Stones along the waterfront, or discover Stafford’s Gallery of Art & History featuring antiques, works by Michigan artists, and an exclusive collection of historical photos and artifacts. Board the motorcoach and travel to Hillman, Michigan and check in to the Thunder Bay Resort. Travel through the resort by horse-drawn carriage as guides tell stories and the history of the territory. Cross a wooden bridge to view wild elk up close in the Preserve before arriving at a log cabin to enjoy dinner cooked frontier-style on twin antique wood stoves, served with a sampling of locally produced wines. Then board your carriage for the short ride back to your evening’s rest. (B,D)

Wed, Oct 6: After breakfast at the hotel depart for home, arriving early evening. (B)