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About the event:

Mackinac Island & Frankenmuth
Mon – Thurs, August 10-14, 2025

Departing: Connellsville/Martins @ 4:45am
Greensburg/Walmart @ 6:00am

Returning: Greensburg/Walmart @ 8:00pm
Connellsville/Martins @ 9:00pm

Join us as we head to Michigan! Known as the Crown Jewel of the Great Lakes, Mackinac Island has been Michigan’s beloved summer vacation destination for centuries. No cars. No chain hotels. Just world-famous Mackinac. Explore our scenic island by horse-drawn carriage, by bike, or by stepping out for a stroll. Upon arriving on the island by ferry, we will be free to begin enjoying the island, as our luggage is being transported directly to the hotel for us. We will be staying at the beautiful Island House Hotel! Island House Hotel provides cozy historic charm, gorgeous waterfront views, and the ideal location to downtown. This family-operated estate is a Historic Hotels of America award winner, honored state landmark, and the only hotel located within the Mackinac Island State Park boundaries! Enjoy the indoor pool & hot tub, on-site bike rentals, stargaze by a cozy chiminea fire, relax in a rocking chair on the large front porch and more!

While Mackinac Island is certainly the main attraction, Frankenmuth will not disappoint! En route to AND from Mackinac Island, we will spend our first & last day/night in Frankenmuth, MI! We will visit the famed Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland & spend some time at Frankenmuth’s River Place Shops, where there is an assortment of shops featuring apparel, attractions/experiences, retail/gifts, dining, specialty treats & drinks! There will be some additional time to explore as you wish. We have scheduled a group dinner at the Bavarian Inn Restaurant, where among other things, we will get to try their famed Frankenmuth Chicken! Don’t forget to check out the Glockenspiel! The Bavarian Inn Glockenspiel Tower houses a magnificent 35-bell carillon, a beautiful figurine movement and an illuminated clock, all imported from Germany! The Glockenspiel can be heard for miles around Frankenmuth with lively German and American tunes and hymns. 12pm, 3 p.m., 6 p.m., and 9 p.m. are the magical moments when the Glockenspiel comes alive.

Inclusions:

Round trip Motorcoach Transportation, driver gratuity, games/prizes, snacks/water, two 1-night hotel stays in Frankenmuth, 2-night hotel stay on Mackinac Island, Dinner at the Bavarian Inn Restaurant, Dinner on-site at the Island House Hotel, 2 breakfasts in Frankenmuth (including hot & cold options), 2 Private Buffet Breakfasts at Island House Hotel, Roundtrip Ferry to Mackinac Island, Luggage Transfers to/from Island House Hotel. Soo Locks Boat Tour w/ boxed lunch, admission to the Museum Ship Valley Camp (exhibit from the SS Edmund Fitzgerald), Admission to the Tower of History, additional shopping opportunities. (Other unlisted meals NOT included).

Contact Carrie’s Bus Tours w/ questions at 724-640-8828 or carriesbustours@gmail.com

*Cancellation policy – see website at www.carriesbustours.com

Carrie’s Bus Tours/215 Glenn Fox Rd, New Stanton, PA 15672

OPTIONAL ADD-ON DETAILS:

1.) Carriage Ride Tour - $50pp -

Prepare yourself for a tour like no other! What you will experience is by far the most enjoyable and authentic way to view the island. This 1 hour & 45-minute tour includes stops at Surrey Hills Museum, Wings of Mackinac Butterfly Conservatory (includes admission), Arch Rock, Fort Mackinac Avenue of Flags (admission not included) & will wrap up at the Grand Hotel in town. (A self-guided Grand Hotel Tour is available on-site for an additional cost of $12pp, subject to change, or you can conclude your tour by walking down the hill to the downtown area for shopping, dining, etc. IF you are booking the Grand Luncheon Experience, your admission for the self-guided tour is already included with that add-on). Carriage Driver Gratuity NOT INCLUDED.

2.) Grand Luncheon Experience - $100 -

The Grand Luncheon Buffets offers daily changing items to include fresh salads, composed salads, delicate bite size appetizers, assorted and domestic cheeses and fruits, fresh seafood including oysters, mussels, and assorted smoked fish, a variety of hot items, a carver station, lavish and bountiful desserts & Beverages inclusive of La Colombe coffee, tea, and lemonade. Soft drinks, wine, beer and a full bar are available at an additional cost. Your admission for the self-guided tour is already included in this add-on. The Grand Luncheon Experience is a multiple-year winner of the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence. (note: Casual attire is acceptable, but please no midriff-baring tops, sweatpants, or cut-off shorts for ladies. For gentlemen, no sleeveless shirts, sweatpants, or cut-off shorts. ALL INCLUSIVE PRICE, but if you receive exceptional service, feel free to show your appreciation to your server in the way of monetary recognition.

NOTES:

*There is a LOT of walking involved on this trip, so please consider this before booking. Some of the hotel rooms will also require the use of stairs.

*Each person is permitted one piece of luggage & one carry-on. You will also want to bring a blanket & pillow for your comfort during travel.

*Luggage handling is NOT included for our stay in Frankenmuth.

*On Mackinac Island, we are staying just outside of the main downtown area.

*The INCLUDED Family Style Dinner in Frankenmuth at the Bavarian Inn Restaurant includes: Kasseler Rippchen (smoked pork loin), Sauerbraten (marinated roast beef), Jäger Schnitzel (breaded pork) and Bratwurst (pork sausage) plus Frankenmuth Chicken with potato cheese puffs. Plus, Homemade Bread, Noodle Soup, Cole Slaw, three Seasonal Salads, Mashed Potatoes, Baked Dressing (stuffing), Gravy, Hot Vegetable, Buttered Noodles, Sauerkraut, Frankenmuth Torte, Coffee, Tea, Milk or Fountain Soft Drinks.