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Ocean Navigator

Category SSF - Seven Seas Suite Forward
Seven Seas Suite (Forward)

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12 Night Great Lakes Grand Discovery Chicago to Montreal Cruise and Land Tour from Chicago

Ship: Ocean Navigator

Cruise Line: American Queen Voyages

Sailed: Wednesday, Aug 23, 2023 from Chicago, United States

Ended: Monday, Sep 4, 2023

The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Wednesday, Aug 23, 2023 departure of the Ocean Navigator. If American Queen Voyages modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.

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Day 1 - Wednesday - Aug 23, 2023

Chicago, United States

Enjoy a complimentary stay at the pre-cruise hotel. The evening allows time to become acquainted with the city. For your convenience, the Hospitality Desk will be located in the hotel, and the friendly staff can assist with everything from general questions about the upcoming voyage to reservation of premium experiences. Representatives will be available to provide suggestions for dining, entertainment, and sightseeing options to maximize your time here.

Day 2 - Thursday - Aug 24, 2023

Chicago, United States

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Chicago, United States

Bold, brazen, and distinctly American, Chicago has personality to spare. From our embarkation point at Navy Pier to towering skyscrapers to regional cuisine and a quirky dialect, this city represents the heart and soul of the Midwest. Chicagoans are easy to recognize and quick with a smile and a lighthearted quip. Shopping on the Magnificent Mile is an adventure to remember, and the locals know the hidden mom-and-pop gems serving the best deep-dish pizza, Italian beef, and signature Chicago dogs.

Day 3 - Friday - Aug 25, 2023

Lake Michigan, United States

As we traverse across the aqua, turquoise, and cerulean shades of Lake Michigan, watch dunes of sand slowly become lost in the horizon while sunlight plays upon the deck. You may choose to visit the fitness center for a workout, or pamper yourself with a soothing massage in the spa. Regardless of preference, embrace the relaxation that scenic sailing offers to all.

Day 4 - Saturday - Aug 26, 2023

Mackinac Island, Michigan

Trapped in time and surrounded by staggeringly beautiful landscapes, Mackinac Island centers the spirit and soothes the soul. Settle into the tranquil pace of this treasured destination on a tour by horse-drawn carriage. Fill up on fresh, local flavor with a lunch to remember at the island's legendary Grand Hotel. Afterward, let your gaze lazily wander across the stunning vistas from its colossal porch - the world's largest.

Day 5 - Sunday - Aug 27, 2023

Sault Ste. Marie, United States

A city divided presents duality in experience; Sault Ste. Marie, MI, and ON, bridged together by name and commerce, are diverse waterfront communities that harbor a flood of opportunity. Culture beats through street veins that connect these harbors to the distinctly different North American countryside beyond each border. Join the included tour, and admire the view from the Soo Locks observation deck, or peer into the past in the preserved fur traders' settlement homes on Water Street. Drink in the atmosphere, and encounter life in Sault Ste. Marie.

Day 6 - Monday - Aug 28, 2023

Little Current, Manitoulin Island, Ontario, Canada, Canada

The raw beauty of Georgian Bay leads to the world's largest freshwater island - Manitoulin - featuring picturesque granite outcrops and rolling farmland. In its largest town, Little Current, indigenous life and legend meld with European history, with Immaculate Conception Church and its distinctive tepee-like architecture as a symbol. Venerated rhythms of the ages come to life in the talented hands and feet of Native drummers and dancers on an island considered sacred by the native Anishinaabe people.

Day 7 - Tuesday - Aug 29, 2023

Lake Huron, United States

Today we slip our moorings to survey the sapphire canvas of a boundless empire. Scenic sailing invites visitors to navigate the day as we cruise through the second-largest arena of inland sea in America's Great Lakes. Engage in laissez faire, and curl up with a nautical novel on the deck as the rhythmic slap of spray keeps pace.

Day 8 - Wednesday - Aug 30, 2023

Detroit, United States

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. All guests may choose the included excursion to the Detroit Institute of Arts and its 100-plus galleries, the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, the West Canfield Historic District, and other city highlights.

Day 9 - Thursday - Aug 31, 2023

Cleveland, United States

Step off the ship onto what some call America's "North Coast" and discover why Clevelanders are so fiercely proud of their home. The reinvented city reverberates with vitality and a cool new atmosphere. Expand your mind at the world-class Cleveland Museum of Art, with over 45,000 works to explore. You can also feel the backbeat at the museum devoted to one of America's finest gifts to the world - the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. An optional premium experience to Geauga County offers a glimpse into a simpler way of life with a visit to an Amish home for a traditional wedding feast.

Day 10 - Friday - Sep 1, 2023

Port Colborne, Ontario, Canada, Canada

Begin your day in breathtaking Niagara Falls, which attracts millions of visitors each year. An optional pre-cruise premium experience takes you to the heart of its splendor for a Hornblower catamaran ride into the mist. Afterward, take lunch for a spin in the rotating Skylon Tower, followed by a tasting at local winery and shopping at Niagara-on-the-Lake. Deluxe motorcoaches will transport guests a short distance to the ship in Port Colborne.

Day 11 - Saturday - Sep 2, 2023

Toronto, Canada

Ever-expanding Toronto is a gift to the senses. It's become a canvas for the many artisans who've made it home and taken every opportunity to captivate uniqueness and beauty throughout its core. A quirky amalgam of culture flows freely through every inch of adventure throughout the metropolis. From freshness in farmers' markers to boldness of cityscape, each visitor will certainly fall in love with a little piece of this smashing destination.

Day 12 - Sunday - Sep 3, 2023

Lake Ontario, Canada

The lower reaches of the St. Lawrence Seaway give way to unspeakable splendor at Thousand Islands, the glorious corridor leading us onto the lake. Search the intricate maze of lichen-cloaked mounds for glimpses of their bounty of wildlife.

Day 13 - Monday - Sep 4, 2023

Montreal, Canada

As the journey concludes, there are other opportunities for you to take in the town. Enjoy the city at your leisure, or consider a post-cruise premium experience with airport transfer.

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