America's Great Lakes Cruise
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A chauffeured transfer takes you from the airport to downtown Chicago where the mv Victory I awaits. Settle in to your stateroom before sitting down to a congenial dinner with free-flowing wines, cocktails and beverages as we chart a northward course on Lake Michigan. Meals D
Take in the scenery from the Observation Deck or as you enjoy a cocktail in the Lounge. You can also join enriching talks with our Great Lakes experts. Meals B+L+D
With no cars allowed on the island, your horse-drawn carriage tour is a great way to experience the Victorian ambience of this National Historic Landmark. Learn about the island’s history and see turn-of-the-century summer homes built by early captains of American ind...
You might wish to arise early this morning as the mv Victory I transits through the historic Soo Locks where freighters, barges and tugboats traverse the 21-foot drop of the St. Mary’s River between Lake Superior and Lake Huron. The first lock here was built in 1855 a...
Early this morning finds our ship navigating through the waters and islands that lead into picturesque Georgian Bay, sheltered by the rocky shores and forested hills of Ontario’s Bruce Peninsula and Manitoulin Island. After breakfast you’ll step ashore in Little Curre...
Indulge in another delightful day of cruising aboard the mv Victory I. Meals B+L+D
From Windsor, Ontario, the original home of the Ford Motor Company, we’ll cross the bridge into the United States and visit the Henry Ford Museum. More than just a showcase of the auto industry, this museum explores 300 years of history, culture and innovation. Among ...
Industrial landmarks from its days as a lakeside manufacturing town still stand in testament to Cleveland’s roots. But the city of today is also filled with stately homes, grand architectural landmarks and unique urban spaces like Public Square and the Warehouse Distr...
Opened in 1829, the Welland Canal continues to play a vital role, allowing goods to travel from Great Lakes ports like Cleveland and Detroit to the ocean ports of Montreal and Quebec. As our ship begins its Canal transit, you’ll step off in Port Colborne for a scenic ...
Disembark in Toronto where we’ll take you to the airport or your hotel. Meals B
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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Alexander + Roberts Reviews & Ratings
Review of America's Great Lakes Cruise
The Victory 1 ship was wonderful. The staff, food and excursions were great. We had so much fun. Tresa Reed and Mike from Alexander Roberts were the best. Very e...
Review of America's Great Lakes Cruise
Niagara Falls and Mackinac Island were highlights.
Review of America's Great Lakes Cruise
Great how easy it was to get around the ship from stateroom to dining room or to the Compass Room. Also, the friendliness of the crew (dining waiters, stateroom att...
Review of America's Great Lakes Cruise
As a solo traveler, and being in the travel industry for 50 years, I find it quite wise to experience the products I sell as a fully paid passenger (not identified a...
Review of America's Great Lakes Cruise
The level of service was delightful.
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Alexander Harris founded General Tours in 1947 with the conviction that travel could build bridges of cross-cultural understanding. Since our first-of-its-kind tours to the Soviet Union, we’ve remained at the forefront of international travel, helping culturally inquisitive Americans to explore far-flung lands on six continents including new emerging destinations like Tibet, Cuba, Sri Lanka, Myanmar and Uzbekistan.
From the start, we have always strived to understand and anticipate our travelers’ needs. The result is our unique portfolio of enriching journeys that allow you to enjoy the world more.
We designed to evoke our personal approach in crafting upscale journeys filled with genuine engagement, unforgettable exhilaration and personal revelation.
Innovative: Our original itineraries encompass a wide range of exotic global destinations.
Personable: We’re well-informed and flexible in meeting your diverse needs and desires.
Refined: The personal experiences we craft for our small group tours with never more than 16 guests and private journeys are honed by nearly 70 years of expertise.
Authentic: We enrich your travels with genuine cultural engagement and real opportunities for learning.
We're committed to value:
Providing our guests with superior value has always been and will always remain at the heart of our company. That is why all of our trips include extensive expertly-guided sightseeeing, unique experiences you won’t find on other tours, and congenial meals that reflect authentic regional flavors. Everywhere we go, we search out the finest accommodations to enhance your journey… from the most evocative luxury hotels and historic boutique properties to the best safari camps and small ships.
We often hear from travelers that our guides are the best! They hail from the lands you’ll visit and speak English easily and casually. Because they’re lifelong residents, they have the knowledge and passion to engage you comfortably and more deeply with the people, history, traditions and natural wonders of their homelands.
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