Essentials

Tour Info

Summary of nights

Chicago 3; Milwaukee 2; Minneapolis 2; Grand Rapids 1; Ashland 1; Marquette 1; St Ignace 2; Detroit 1; Holland 1.

Transport

Rental car of your choosing for the duration of your trip.

Guides

Certain tours and guided experiences are included with this holiday. Please see Included Excursions. Recommended excursions can be done independently or speak to your consultant to arrange optional guided experiences where possible.

Clothing & special equipment

Good hiking boots and warm clothing are important if visiting outside summer.

Weather

The best time to visit the Great Lakes is April to October when the weather is warmest with the most sunshine. Spring arrives between mid-March and early April until May with an average temperature of 10°C but can vary widely 2-20°C. Summer (June – early September) brings average temperatures ranging 18-28°C but can be hot, especially in July. The towns and cities have a range of festivals in summer and autumn. The weather in autumn (September and October) is a comfortable average of 12°C, but can range 5-20°C, and the colours make this an attractive time to visit. Winter temperatures (November to March) range 10°C to -10°C with harsher conditions further north and cold winds off the lakes. Snow is most common December-February, offering winter sports on higher ground.