Michigan Bike Tour

This trip is for:

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16+ (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

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Luxury & Deluxe Hotels

3 nights, Luxury Hotels
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Michigan Bike Tour

This trip is for:

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16+ (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

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We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.

Activity Levels None (White)

See this trip's Activity Options & Terrain for more details.

Luxury & Deluxe Hotels

3 nights, Luxury Hotels
2 nights, Deluxe Hotel

Learn more about where you'll stay.

2027: Sep-Oct

From $4,999 - $5,249/person

Mackinac Island, Wine Country & Great Lake Beauty

From the vineyards and cherry orchards of Traverse City to the charm of Mackinac Island, pedal through the scenic corners of northern Michigan along country roads, lakeshores and small towns.

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Highlights

  • Pedal scenic trails through vineyards, cherry orchards and along the shores of Lake Michigan
  • Cruise the quiet, car-free loop around Mackinac Island, with views of historic cottages, limestone bluffs and the turquoise waters of Lake Huron
  • Travel by horse-drawn carriage through Mackinac Island’s storied streets and learn about the island’s unique no-cars culture
  • Unwind at lakeside retreats, from a vineyard estate on the Leelanau Peninsula to a historic blufftop property overlooking the Straits of Mackinac
  • Savor farm-fresh Michigan flavors at lakeside picnics and sunset dinners 
Michigan Great Lakes & Mackinac Island Bike Tour map

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Start/End Traverse City

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Boats on a harbor

Days 1-2

Description

Meet in Traverse City, a lively waterfront town known for its vibrant arts scene • Bike the scenic TART Trail past cherry orchards, vineyards and views of Grand Traverse Bay • Ride toward Suttons Bay and historic Leland, where Fishtown’s weathered fish shanties and harborfront ice cream shops capture the spirit of region • Cycle sections of the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail through forests, farmland and lakeshore landscapes to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore • Climb the towering sands of the famous Dune Climb for sweeping views of Lake Michigan • Relax at our peaceful hotel on the Leelanau Peninsula.

Accommodations
The Inn at Black Star Farms

(2 nights, Deluxe Hotel)

Nights 1-2

The Inn at Black Star Farms
Suttons Bay
*Deluxe Hotel

Surrounded by vineyards, orchards and rolling countryside on Michigan's Leelanau Peninsula, this intimate inn offers elegant rooms and peaceful grounds on a working winery and farm estate.

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Empty road in the middle of a forest, with a wooden arch over a bridge

Day 3

Description

Bike Old Mission Peninsula, a narrow finger of land dividing the waters of Grand Traverse Bay • Pedal past iconic Northern Michigan scenery en route to Mission Point Lighthouse • Enjoy a tasting at a local vineyard • Explore Traverse City’s Dennos Museum Center, home to an acclaimed collection of Inuit art and contemporary exhibitions.

Accommodations
Hotel Walloon

(1 night, Luxury Hotel)

Night 3

Hotel Walloon
Walloon Lake
Luxury Hotel

Set along the shores of Walloon Lake, this welcoming lakeside hotel reflects the region's classic summer-resort character, with comfortable rooms and easy access to the water and countryside.

Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.

A town with tall trees and white houses, with the ocean in the distance

Days 4-6

Description

Ride the Little Traverse Wheelway, which links waterfront towns and quiet stretches of countryside • Spin beneath a canopy of hardwood forest along the legendary Tunnel of Trees, stopping at a nostalgic roadside market known for its homemade pies and classic Up North charm • Ferry to enchanting, car-free Mackinac Island, home to our elegant blufftop retreat overlooking the Straits of Mackinac • Bike the island’s iconic shoreline loop (and the nation’s only car-free state highway) • Explore wooded interior trails, browse charming shops and fudge stores, or simply relax and settle into island time • Walk through forests and historic sites, including Arch Rock, Sugar Loaf, Point Lookout and Fort Holmes • Visit Surrey Hills Museum, the Grand Hotel’s Carriage Museum and historic Fort Mackinac.

Accommodations
The Inn at Stonecliffe

(2 nights, Luxury Hotel)

Nights 4-5

The Inn at Stonecliffe
Mackinac Island
Luxury Hotel

This peaceful escape on Mackinac Island offers elegant rooms, sweeping views of the Straits of Mackinac and easy access to nature trails.

Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.

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Unplugged

Unplugged dates are perfect for guests who want to ride an acoustic bike.
E-bikes are available to travel companions by request only.

Solo Room Savings

We’ve made it even easier to go solo or enjoy your own space on select dates with reduced private room fees.

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