America’s Great Lakes and
St Lawrence River Cruising
aboard the Luxurious MS Saint Laurent
11 DAYS • 28 MEALS
2015 Departure Date: August 28
America’s Great Lakes and St Lawrence River Cruising
aboard the Luxurious MS Saint Laurent
Explore Mackinac Island
Cruise from Chicago to Montreal
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
4 28 Meals (10 dinners, 8 lunches and 10 breakfasts)
4 Depart Chicago, Illinois, from Navy Pier
4 Experience America’s Great Lakes on a 9-night cruise from the
comfort of the luxurious MS Saint Laurent
4 Pass through the famed Soo Locks, located on the St. Mary’s
River which sees an average of 10,000 ships per year and cruise
on beautiful Georgian Bay
4 Navigate the 1000 Islands Region, and sail along the St.
Lawrence River to Montreal
4 Spend 1 night in Monreal with a guided tour including
Old Montreal, Notre Dame Basilica and dinner at Le Festin
du Gouverneur
4 $55 in Mayflower Money
CRUISE AMERICA’S FIVE GREAT LAKES:
4 Michigan, located entirely within the U.S.
4 Superior, the largest of the Great Lakes
4 Huron, named for the native Huron people
4 Erie, the smallest of the Great Lakes
4 Ontario, whose name means “Lake of Shining Waters”
DAY ONE – Board the MS Saint Laurent in Chicago at Navy Pier
Arrive into Chicago O’Hare Airport by 1:00 p.m. today and transfer to
the newly refurbished MS Saint Laurent, a luxurious 210-guest vessel
featuring 85 staff members, expert-led shore excursions and all meals
and drinks while onboard. We are welcomed with a sumptuous gourmet dinner onboard our ship. Dinner
DAY TWO – Cruising Scenic Lake Michigan
Our first day of cruising is on Lake Michigan. The only of the five Great
Lakes located entirely within the United States, its name is believed to
have come from the native Ojibwe word “Mishigami” meaning "Great
Water". All meals onboard
DAY THREE – Explore Mackinac Island
Today is spent on Mackinac Island, a National Historic Landmark is
perfectly preserved in the charm of the bygone Victorian Era. With no
cars allowed, we explore by horse-drawn carriage. Learn the history of
Fort Mackinac, visit the island’s crown jewel, The Grand Hotel, and try
some of the Island’s world famous fudge. All meals onboard
DAY FOUR – The Soo Locks and Lake Superior
Lake Superior come into view today as we pass through the Soo Locks, a
set of parallel locks which pass an average of 10,000 ships per year. In Sault
Ste. Marie, the oldest city in the Midwest, we visit the Valley Camp Museum
Ship, whose huge cargo hold contains hundreds of interesting artifacts
related to maritime history. We also visit the River of History Museum and
spend some free time on historic Water Street. All meals onboard
ALL SHORE EXCURSIONS ARE INCLUDED:
4 Full day on Mackinac Island with horse-drawn carriage tour,
visit to Fort Mackinac and stop at the majestic Grand Hotel
4 Visit the Valley Camp Museum Ship and River of History
Museum in Sault Ste. Marie
4 Experience Ojibwe customs and culture at a traditional
“smudging ceremony” on Manitoulin Island
4 Visit the Henry Ford Museum, the National Historic Landmark
named for noted automobile industrialist Henry Ford
4 Take the “Voyage to the Falls” sailing to the foot of magnificent
Niagara Falls aboard the new Hornblower cruise vessel
Lighthouse overlooking Lake Superior’s scenic shoreline
Visit the Henry Ford Museum
Sail through the 1000 Islands Region
DAY FIVE – Manitoulin Island and Georgian Bay
On Manitoulin Island, we become immersed in the Ojibwe culture. We
visit Immaculate Conception Church, a spiritual focal point of the
native community and the Ojibwe Cultural Foundation for a unique
native smudging ceremony to clear away any negative energy and invite
peace and harmony. Enjoy some free time in Little Current before some
scenic cruising through Georgian Bay. All meals onboard
thundering roar and feel the misty spray at the very foot of Niagara. We
enjoy dinner in a local restaurant while our vessel traverses the Welland
Canal, built in 1824 to bypass Niagara.
Breakfast and lunch onboard, dinner on shore
DAY SIX – Cruising Scenic Lake Huron
Today we sail through Lake Huron. Named by early French explorers
for the Huron people inhabiting the region, it is known for its sport fishing. The main outlet of Huron is through the St. Clair River which flows
into Lake St. Clair, where we continue our cruising. All meals onboard
DAY SEVEN – The Henry Ford Museum and Lake Erie
Today brings us to the Henry Ford Museum, the National Historic
Landmark named for its founder and noted automobile industrialist
Henry Ford. The museum’s collection contains rare pieces including
JFK's presidential limousine, Lincoln's chair from Ford's Theatre and
Thomas Edison's laboratory. Returning to our vessel we continue our
lake cruising on Erie, the smallest of the Great Lakes. All meals onboard
DAY EIGHT – Niagara Falls and Welland Canal
At spectacular Niagara Falls today, we enjoy an exciting “Voyage to the
Falls” excursion aboard the new Hornblower cruise vessel. Hear the
Witness the natural wonder of Niagara Falls
DAY NINE – Lake Ontario and the 1000 Islands
Called “Lake of Shining Waters” by the native Wyandot people, Ontario
brings us to the beautiful 1000 Islands Region. Rich in scenic beauty, it
is known as the “Garden of the Great Spirit” by the native people.
Continue along the St. Lawrence River for an overnight sailing to
Montreal. All meals onboard
DAY TEN – Montreal and Le Festin du Gouverneur
Leaving the MS Saint Laurent, a local guide joins us for a narrated tour
of Montreal. We see Old Montreal, dating from the 18th-century, Notre
Dame Basilica, St. Joseph Oratory, the site of the 1976 Olympics and
enjoy a panoramic vista of the city from Mount Royal. This afternoon,
enjoy free time to explore on your own or shop in some of Montreal’s
many stores and boutiques. Tonight, enjoy laughter and dinner at a
Montreal tradition, Le Festin du Gouverneur. Breakfast and dinner
DAY ELEVEN – Travel Home
After breakfast, a group transfer to Montreal’s Dorval Airport is included for flights out after 12:00 p.m. Breakfast
Notre Dame Basilica, Montreal
America’s Great Lakes and St Lawrence River Cruising
aboard the Luxurious MS Saint Laurent
MS Saint Laurent
Small ship exploration just got more exciting with the addition of
Haimark’s newest vessel, the luxurious MS Saint Laurent.
Designed with the traveler in mind, this intimate 210-guest cruising vessel features 90 staff taking care of your every need.
QUEBEC
Sault Ste. Marie
Little Current
Mackinac Island
The staterooms are smartly designed, tastefully decorated and
feature premium mattresses with high thread-count bedding and
L’Occitane bath amenities.
MICHIGAN
Niagara Falls
9
Dearborn
Off the ship, all of the included shore excursions are custom-tailored, expert-led and include personal listening devices to ensure
you won’t miss a single word while on tour.
Start City
Windsor
Chicago
End City
Overnights
9 Cruise Overnights
ILLINOIS
Onboard, your meals and drinks are included, so enjoy a drink in
the cozy pub, with its casual comfort or the lounge, with its simple sophistication. Take your meals in the formal dining room,
with its comfortable elegance or the outdoor Cliff Rock Grill,
which features the unique style of ”hot rock” cooking and provides a fresh and healthy outdoor dining experience.
Montreal 1
ONTARIO
Visit
Cruise Route
YOUR PORTS OF CALL
FRIDAY
Embark MS Saint Laurent in Chicago
SATURDAY
Cruising on Lake Michigan
SUNDAY
Mackinac Island, Michigan
MONDAY
Soo Locks / Lake Superior
TUESDAY
Manitoulin Island, Ontario
WEDNESDAY Cruising on Lake Huron
THURSDAY
Dearborn, Michigan
FRIDAY
Niagara Falls / Welland Canal, Ontario
SATURDAY
Cruising on Lake Ontario and St. Lawrence Seaway
SUNDAY
Disembark MS Saint Laurent in Montreal
STATEROOM CATEGORY
PER PERSON
TWIN ROOM
SINGLE
ROOM
Category H Inside Cabin Deck 3
Category F Outside Cabin Deck 1
Category D Outside Cabin Deck 2
Category C Outside Cabin Deck 3
Category B Outside Cabin Deck 3
Category AA Outside Cabin Deck 4
$4,399
$5,499
$6,169
$6,449
$6,739
$7,399
add $1,299
add $1,699
add $1,869
add $1,959
add $2,049
add $4,449
2015 DEPARTURE
August 28
Add $399 per person for government taxes and fees, which is subject to change.
Call for air rates and schedules for your city
to Chicago and from Montreal.
HOTEL AND CRUISE ACCOMMODATIONS
Days One through Nine – MS Saint Laurent
Day Ten – Hotel Gouverneur Place Dupuis, Montreal, Quebec
FOR RESERVATIONS
OR INFORMATION CONTACT:
Call for pre-night optional availability in Chicago
Terms and Conditions
• 91 days or more: Deposit Amount
• 90 to 46 days prior: 30% of tour cost
• 45 to 16 days prior: 50% of tour cost
• 15 to Day of Departure: 100% of tour cost
• No refund on unused portions of the tour
Since the America’s Great Lakes and St Lawrence River Cruising is not covered under Mayflower’s
Travelers Protection Plan, we make available and highly recommend that you purchase the MS Ross
Travel Insurance Plan to protect your investment. Policy and enrollment information about the MH
Ross Travel Insurance Plan will be enclosed with your deposit receipt.
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