Great Lakes

Ancient civilizations. Mysterious creatures. Eons of legends and lore. Explore our mystical “inland seas” – the Great Lakes. Native cultures and regional traditions create unparalleled connections to sacred spaces. Wildlife flourishes in immense expanses of freshwater and boundless stretches of diverse shoreline. Stop to appreciate every splendid sunset on a bucket-list voyage brimming with tranquility and adventure alike.

Niagara Falls See Earth’s raw power on full display during an unforgettable encounter with a natural wonder of the world. Thoughts swirl in the surreal roar of rushing water as it crashes into the jade-green lake below. Excitement escalates as we climb aboard our Hornblower catamaran to sail into the mesmerizing mist.

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (Cleveland) A glistening pyramid on Lake Erie’s shores reflects the mood of the sky – and the contributions of countless musical innovators and geniuses throughout the decades. Feet tap, fists pump and hearts pound around every corner of this remarkable experience, so choose the exhibits that stir your soul on this unforgettable tour.

The Henry Ford (Detroit) There’s no better place than the Motor City to choose an optional premium experience to explore the captivating history of the automotive industry – and so much more – at The Henry Ford. Be astounded by the museum’s vast and varied artifacts of American heritage. The extraordinary exhibits chronicle the lifespan of a nation.

Tour North America’s Inland Seas

Fanned across the eastern border between Canada and the United States, Earth’s largest freshwater system anchors a realm all its own. Commerce and culture, flora and fauna, islands and inlets find common ground in an uncommonly glorious setting. We invite you to discover a diverse, eccentric region that draws visitors in...and beckons them back.

LAKE SUPERIOR

Lake Superior lives up to its name not only in its place as the largest of the Great Lakes, but also by its surface area – the largest of any freshwater lake in the world. A traveler on these waters touches nearly 3,000 cubic miles of water. And with an average depth of 500 feet, it features a nautical playground for a variety of marine life.

LAKE MICHIGAN

Less deep, and less cold than its Superior counterpart, Lake Michigan, the second largest Great Lake by volume is the only one whose borders lie entirely within the United States. This lake is a conduit for water travelers seeking to visit iconic American cities – Milwaukee, Muskegon and Chicago.

LAKE HURON

Sandy beaches and rocky bluffs border this freshwater fantasyland. Of the 35,000 islands peppering the Great Lakes, 30,000 spring from Lake Huron. The largest island on the lake also happens to be the largest freshwater island in the world – Manitoulin. It is home to six First Nation tribes and a year-round population in excess of 13,000.

LAKE ERIE

The southernmost of the Great Lakes is also the shallowest and smallest in terms of volume. Its size allows it to both warm and freeze rapidly in conjunction with the weather. Its allure draws island hoppers, birdwatchers, fishermen and one legendary creature – Bessie, a 40-ft. long, a foot-thick serpent.

LAKE ONTARIO

This lake of shining waters – as its Iroquoian name implies – harbors pieces of each of the other Great Lakes within it. All of the water in the Great Lakes flows through this body of water. And the dunes, wetlands and rocky forests that surround it are recreational wonders for guests year-around.

Splendor of the Great Lakes CHICAGO, IL, TO TORONTO, ON (OR REVERSE) Fares from $4,999 per person

CRUISE ALL FIVE GREAT LAKES!

Dive into North America’s maritime legacy on board our sleek ships. Your vacation begins as we prepare to set sail on a Great Lakes adventure, stopping at Sault Ste. Marie, Mackinac Island and other intoxicating ports along the way. We invite you to indulge in relaxation, engage in experience and cultivate the soul on this unforgettable journey.

DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY

1 Chicago, IL (hotel stay) 2 Chicago, IL (embark) 3 Scenic Sailing on Lake Michigan 4 Mackinac Island, MI 5 Sault Ste. Marie, MI 6 Little Current (Manitoulin Island), ON 7 Scenic Sailing on Lake Huron 8 Detroit, MI 9 Cleveland, OH 10 Niagara Falls (Port Colborne), ON 11 Toronto, ON (disembark)

CRUISE DATES

Victory I: May 27; Jun 5,* 14, 23* Victory II: May 5, 14*, 23; June 1,* 10, 19*; Jul 20, 29*; Aug 7, 16,* 25; Sep 3,* 12, 21*, 30; Oct 9*

*Reverse itinerary. June 23 voyage disembarks in Milwaukee, WI.

See full fares on pages 40 and 41.

Great Lakes Grand Discovery MONTREAL, QC, TO CHICAGO, IL (OR REVERSE) Fares from $5,999 per person

CRUISE ALL FIVE GREAT LAKES!

City skylines ebb into lazy lakeshores as we sail beneath empyrean ether. Marvel at the singular beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and the southern Canadian coast. Mackinac Island tenders a peace rarely found on the mainland. Niagara Falls inspires awe at every visit. These bounties and more await when you step aboard.

DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY

1 Montreal, QC (hotel stay) 2 Montreal, QC (embark) 3 Scenic Sailing on the St. Lawrence Seaway 4 Brockville, ON 5 Niagara Falls (Port Colborne), ON 6 Cleveland, OH 7 Detroit, MI 8 Scenic Sailing on Lake Huron 9 Little Current (Manitoulin Island), ON 10 Sault Ste. Marie, MI 11 Mackinac Island, MI 12 Muskegon, MI 13 Chicago, IL (disembark)

CRUISE DATES

Victory I: Jul 16,* 27; Aug 7,* 18 Victory II: Apr 24; Jun 28*; Jul 9; Oct 18*

*Reverse itinerary. Itinerary varies slightly by departure and between ships. July 16 and August 7 voyages embark in Milwaukee, WI, and July 27 voyage disembarks in Milwaukee, WI.

See full fares on pages 40 and 41.

Great Lakes Masterpiece NIAGARA FALLS, ON, TO CHICAGO, IL (OR REVERSE) **

Fares from $4,099 per person

This dynamic itinerary offers an experience at Niagara Falls, and features bastions of metropolitan American flair bridged by halcyon horizons on the liquid mirrors beyond. Spirited Detroit, progressive Cleveland, proud Green Bay and cultured Chicago blend comfortably with peaceful throwback oases such as Mackinac Island and Muskegon for a vacation that’s just right for any taste.

DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY

1 Niagara Falls, ON (hotel stay) 2 Niagara Falls (Port Colborne), ON (embark) 3 Cleveland, OH 4 Detroit, MI 5 Scenic Sailing on Lake Huron 6 Mackinac Island, MI 7 Green Bay, WI 8 Muskegon, MI 9 Chicago, IL (disembark)

CRUISE DATES

Victory I: May 19**; Aug 29*; Sep 5, 12*

*Reverse itinerary. ** 10-day voyage; itinerary varies slightly.

See full fares on page 40.

Lakeside Treasures ROUNDTRIP CHICAGO, IL Fares from $6,699 per person

Urban allure launches this remarkable voyage, fusing with mystic Michigan hideaways. Join us on this true Lake Superior showcase to discover its hidden treasures. The down-home charm remains authentic and precious in bewitching stops such as Duluth, Thunder Bay and Houghton. This is a journey for dreamers and discoverers alike.

CRUISE DATE Victory I: Jul 2

See full fares on page 40.

DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY

1 Chicago, IL (hotel stay) 2 Chicago (Milwaukee), IL (embark) 3 Muskegon, MI 4 Scenic Sailing on Lake Michigan 5 Sault Ste. Marie, MI 6 Houghton, MI 7 Duluth, MN 8 Thunder Bay, ON 9 Marquette, MI 10 Scenic Sailing on Lake Superior 11 Mackinac Island, MI 12 Green Bay, WI 13 Holland (Grand Haven), MI 14 Milwaukee, WI 15 Scenic Sailing on Lake Michigan 16 Chicago (Milwaukee), IL (disembark)