5-Day ChicagoMichigan Tours (Chicago departure) AP5CH

5-Day ChicagoMichigan Tours (Chicago departure) AP5CH

1. Historic City Chicago

2. The Mother Road, Route 66

3. Harley-Davidson Museum, Miller Brewing Company

4. Lake Geneva

5. Visit the largest Gilmore Car Museum

6. Innovation Holland Village In-depth Walking Tour

ITINERARY for Tuesday departure

D1 Hometown – Chicago

D2 Chicago City Tour

D3 Milwaukee Lake Geneva Tour

D4 Amish House &Farm -- Indiana Dunes National Park

D5 Route 66 Tour

ITINERARY for Thursday departure

D1 Hometown – Chicago

D2 Amish House &Farm -- Indiana Dunes National Park

D3 Route 66 Tour

D4 Chicago City Tour

D5 Milwaukee Lake Geneva Tour

Itinerary

Day 1: Home- Chicago

Pass By: Holiday Inn Express Chicago-Schaumburg, 1550 N Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60195, USA
Airport Pickup Information：

1. Complementary airport pickup is provided between 9:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. at O‟Hare Airport. (You may have to wait for other guests.) No complementary pick-up service at Midway airport.

2. 24-hour charged pick-up service is available for the first two persons at $120 with $10 for each additional person.

The first day’s itinerary is for your reference only; the schedule is subject to change upon your arrival.

Fly from home to Chicago. For passengers arriving with domestic flights, please wait at Baggage Claim area; for passengers taking International flight, please wait at the Exit doors after retrieving your luggage. Tour guide will lead you to the meeting point.

For those guests who arrive at O‟Hare meeting point before 3:00pm, you will receive an additional gift - free transportation to the Fashion Outlets of Chicago which features many shopping and dining options, there‟s no complementary airport pickup and shopping option for Midway Airport arrival.

For passengers who arrive before 5:00pm, you are invited to join the night tour of Chicago at $25 per person. (*To arrange the night tour, it requires at least 4 guests enrolled.)

Stop At: Millennium Park, 201 East Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60601-6530
Chicago Night Tour
Start from the Crown Fountain at Millennium Park, we will set off for Michigan Avenue where you can have a wonderful view of the Magnificent Mile in the night and take a walk alongside the Chicago River. The last stop will be the Michigan Lakeside with the panoramic view of the world-class city skyline of Chicago.

Itinerary:

Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain（20 mins）→ Magnificent Mile（30 mins）→ Lake Michigan Observatory（20 mins）
Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Wyndham Garden Elk Grove Village - O'Hare Or equivalentt


Day 2: Route 66

Stop At: IL Route 66 Association Hall of Fame & Museum, 110 W Howard St, Pontiac, IL 61764-1820
It was originally established by the Illinois Route 66 association at the Dixie Truckers Home on the former US Route 66, relocated in June 2004 to early-1900s fire hall, and is now located in the former Pontiac City Hall and Fire Station, now known as the Pontiac Museum Complex. You can learn the history of Route 66 in Illinois, see images of the road's wonderful history, and hear a few great stories about life in America when Route 66 was the most important highway in the nation.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Pontiac-Oakland Automobile Museum, 205 N Mill St, Pontiac, IL 61764-1906
The museum features antique and classic cars, and lots of automotive artifacts. The Resource Center Library has several thousand old highway maps, sales brochures, original design drawings, and service and owner's manuals. There are thousands of Pontiac and Oakland related items, and a wonderful display of over 2,000 oil cans to see. It changes the displays several times a year, so there is always something new in the museum.
Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Joliet Prison, 1125 Collins St, Joliet, IL 60432-1266
Built in 1858, the iconic Old Joliet Prison was built as a powerful showpiece. It was designed to not only intimidate the inmates the inmates on inside, but those outside. Your chance to do time has come, go inside the prison gates and see where famous inmates and some famous television shows called home.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Pass By: Route 66
(All day schedule)U.S. Route 66 (US 66 or Route 66) nicknamed the Mother Road, was one of the original highways within the U.S. Highway System. The highway began from Chicago and ran all the way to Santa Monica, California, covering a total of 2,448 miles (3,940 km).

Itinerary:

Chicago downtown → The crossing of Adams Street and Michigan Avenue（15 mins） → Lou Mitchell's（Optional, 45 mins） → Joliet → the Old Joliet Prison Park where the famous TV series Prison Break was made, Old Joliet Prison (Optional, 75 mins) → Pontiac → Route 66 Hall of Fame （Optional, 60 mins）→ the Pontiac Oakland Automobile Museum （45 mins）→ the Museum of the Gilding Art（45 mins）→ Chicago

Special Notes: Old Joliet Prison will be closed on certain dates, thus we will visit the attraction outside only. Already known dates: June 1st, June 8th and June 29th, July 20th and July 27th, August 24th, October 19th.

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Wyndham Garden Elk Grove Village - O'HareOr equivalent

Day 3: Chicago City Tour

Stop At: Millennium Park, 201 East Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60601-6530
Three square blocks of open lakefront complete with a Ferris Wheel, outdoor music pavillion and ice skating rink; expected to become one of the city's most popular sites.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Grant Park, 337 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601
Grant Park is a large urban park in the city's central business district. t was renamed in 1901 to honor US President Ulysses S. Grant. The park contains performance venues, gardens, art work, sporting, and harbor facilities. It hosts public gatherings and several large annual events and is popularly referred to as "Chicago's front yard".
Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: The Chicago Theatre, 175 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601-3623
In the busy Loop area of Chicago is the city's namesake theater with its iconic marquee, which has become an unofficial symbol of the city. It hosts performances of all kinds, including drama, comedy, dance, and more.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: The Art Institute of Chicago, 111 S Michigan Ave 159 East Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60603-6110
The Art Institute is the 2nd-largest art museum in the US after the Met in New York. It houses pieces by renowned painters such as Van Gogh, Monet, and Cezanne, as well as an extensive collection of African-American art.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Chicago Architecture River Cruise, Riverwalk, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
The Architectural Cruise of Chicago is a perfect way to view one of America's most formidable cities, all from the comfort of a boat leisurely sailing down the Chicago River, either during the day or at twilight.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Stop At: 360 Chicago Observation Deck, 875 N Michigan Avenue 94th Floor, Chicago, IL 60611-1803
This observsation deck sits atop the John Hancock Tower in Chicago, providing exquisite aerial views of the city's skyline that you can't get anywhere else. The new LIFT feature extends out above the city below for an exhilirating experience.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Stop At: Chicago Helicopter Experience, 2420 South Halsted, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
The helicopter tour provides the most spectacular and unique views of the world’s best skyline. Amazing panoramas of the city, scenic waterfront, and historic landmarks await you from the optimal vantage point in the sky.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: United Center, 1901 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60612-2459
United Center is an indoor arena on the Near West Side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. It is home to the Chicago Bulls of the National Basketball Association and the Chicago Blackhawks of the National Hockey League, named after its corporate sponsor, United Airlines.
Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Giordano's Pizza Rogers Park, 6836 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60626, USA
Giordano’s Pizza
Giordano's is an American pizzeria chain founded in 1974 and based in Chicago, Illinois that specializes in Chicago-style stuffed pizza. Giordano's was voted "Chicago's Best Pizza" by NBC, CBS Chicago, New York Times, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Magazine, Chicago Eater and Home & Garden Magazine. The stuffed pizza at Giordino's has a top and bottom crust with cheese stuffed in between and the option of additional toppings in the middle such as pepperoni, Italian sausage, and spinach, while sauce and parmesan are added on top of the crust.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Garrett Popcorn Shops, Fashion Centre at Pentagon City, 1100 S Hayes St, Arlington, VA 22202, USA
Garrett Popcorn
At Garrett Popcorn Shops, it has maintained the dedication to fresh, delicious popcorn since they first opened at 10 West Madison Street in Chicago. The continue use of only the highest quality ingredients from local producers as Garrett Popcorn handcraft their gourmet popcorn in old-fashioned copper kettles. The best seller is the Garrett Mix: a blend of the famous CaramelCrisp and CheeseCorn recipes.
Duration: 1 day 6 hours

Stop At: Portillo's Hot Dogs, 100 W Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
Portillo’s Hot Dog
Portillo's is home to America's favorite Italian beef, burgers, salads, Chicago-style hot dogs, and chocolate cake. The first Portillo's hot dog stand known as "The Dog House" opens in 1963 on North Avenue in Villa Park.
Duration: 40 minutes

Pass By: Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
(All day schedule)This tour will show you the best of Chicago in one day. This is a world’s top architecture city with bold architectures. You will take a walk in the Millennium Park, see the Cloud Gate, enjoy the urban view of the city from 360 Chicago,and grab a bite of authentic Chicago at Giordano’s Pizza, Garrett Popcorn, Portillo's Hot Dog.

Itinerary:

(Winter:11/15/2019 - 4/1/2020)

Millennium Park & Cloud Gate (30 mins) → 360 Chicago (Optional, 75 mins, including Tilt) → Lunch: Giordano’s Pizza & Garrett Popcorn (90 mins) → The Art Institute of Chicago (Optional, 120 mins) → United Center (40 mins) → Helicopter Experience Tour（Optional, minimum 2 people）→ Dinner: Portillo’s Hot Dog (40 mins)

(Summer:4/2/2020 -11/15/2020)

Millennium Park & Cloud Gate (20 mins) → Grant Park (10 mins) → Chicago Theater (Optional, 60 mins) → The Art Institute of Chicago (Optional, 120 mins) → Chicago Water Tower (15 mins) → Michigan Avenue (30 mins) → Chicago Cruise (Optional, 75 mins) → 360 Chicago (Optional, 75 mins, including Tilt) → Helicopter Experience Tour（Optional, minimum 2 people）

We will pass by: Navy Pier, Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain, Marina City, Trump International Hotel and Tower, Willis Tower Observation Deck

Special Notice: Chicago Cruise will be closed in Winter.

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Wyndham Garden Elk Grove Village - O'Hare Or equivalent

Day 4: Harley Davidson- Lake Geneva

Stop At: Harley-Davidson Museum, 400 W Canal St At the corner of 6th and Canal, Milwaukee, WI 53203-3208
The Harley Davidson Motorcycle Company has over 100 years of history, making some of the finest "choppers" - a style of motorcycle - in the world. This museum collects more than 450 motorcycles and artifacts including the oldest known Harley Davidson motorcycle and attracts more than 3000 tourists all over the world every year.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Stop At: Miller Brewery Tour, 4251 W State St, Milwaukee, WI 53208-3137
The Miller Brewing Company is an American beer brewing company headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Here in Miller Valley you will experience an indoor/outdoor guided walking tour of over 155 years of brewing history. Ice-cold refreshing samples of our finest brews will be served at various stops along the tour (and after!) for those 21 and older. Water and soft drinks are available for guests under 21 or upon request.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Stop At: Lake Geneva Cruise Line, 812 Wrigley Dr, Lake Geneva, WI 53147, USA
The Lake Geneva was first nicknamed the “big footprint” by the aborigines. Later, because of the construction of the railway, it was favored by commercial circles in the 19th century. Logs, livestock, oil, steel, cement, manufacturing, and other business giants have built spectacular and luxurious holiday villas here. We will have the opportunity to take the cruise (closed in winter) and admire the many different styles of holiday houses that are spread over the lake.
Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Milwaukee, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
(All day schedule)We will start in the morning towards Milwaukee, the largest city of Wisconsin State, a state where you get to see true American spirit. Milwaukee is the birthplace of Haley-Davidson motorcycles. We will first visit the Harley Davidson Museum that showcases the American legendary motorcycle brand by collection of 450 motorcycles and artifacts including the oldest known Harley Davidson motorcycle. We will then visit the historical brewery of the Miller Brewing Company, another pride of Wisconsin. After lunch, we will go towards Lake Geneva, a favorite resort city for Chicagoans.

Itinerary:

Milwaukee → Harley-Davidson Museum（Optional, 75 mins）→Miller Brewery（75 mins）→ Lake Geneva → Lake Geneva Bay Cruise（Optional, 60 mins）

Special notes：Lake Geneva Bay Cruise Winter（Usually closed during November 1 to April 30).

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Wyndham Garden Elk Grove Village - O'Hare Or equivalent

Day 5: Holand - Gilmore Car Museum

Pass By: Gilmore Car Museum, 6865 W Hickory Rd, Hickory Corners, MI 49060-9788
(All day schedule)In the morning, we will head to Michigan, America’s automobile state, visiting Gilmore Car Museum. In the afternoon, we will travel to Holland, Michigan. Holland is a city famous for its Dutch heritage. You will also have plenty of time taking a walk around the beautiful gardens on the island. There don’t miss a variety of workshops inspired by traditional Dutch industry, including wooden shoe-making.

2019

Itinerary:

Chicago → Gilmore Car Museum (Optional, 60 mins)→ Holland (Optional, 40-60mins) → Windmill Island (Optional, 90mins)

2020

Itinerary:

Chicago → Indiana → Amish House &Farm (Optional, 180 mins) → Indiana Dunes National Park （120 mins）→ Chicago

Stop At: The Amish Farm and House, 2395 Covered Bridge Dr, Lancaster, PA 17602-1174
Historic Amish farm with picnic areas & children's activities including a playground & board games.
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Indiana Dunes National Park, 1215 N State Road 49, Porter, IN 46304-1369
Indiana Dunes National Park is a United States National Park located in Northwestern Indiana, managed by the National Park Service. It was authorized by Congress in 1966 as the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, the name by which it was known until it was designated the nation's newest and 61st national park on February 15, 2019. The park runs for nearly 25 miles (40 km) along the southern shore of Lake Michigan; it contains approximately 15,000 acres (6,100 ha). Its visitors center is in Porter, Indiana. Located in the park are sand dune, wetland, prairie, river, and forest ecosystems.
Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.