Summer and Autumn 2026
Discover the magic of Mackinac Island and Frankenmuth with four unforgettable departures available this summer and autumn! This charming getaway includes a dining voucher for select Mackinac Island restaurants, a legendary buffet lunch at the iconic Grand Hotel, and a narrated horse-drawn carriage tour of the island. Enjoy roundtrip ferry service, visits to Fort Mackinac and the Butterfly House, and access to historic downtown attractions. You’ll also set sail on a scenic Sip-N-Sail cruise with live music and enjoy leisure time to explore and shop in both Mackinac and Frankenmuth.
Summertime Mackinac Magic – June 27 – July 2, 2026
Summertime Mackinac Magic – July 25-30, 2026
Summertime Mackinac Magic – August 15-20, 2026
Autumn Mackinac Magic – September 12-17, 2026
- Roundtrip motorcoach transportation from Syracuse, Rochester, or Buffalo
- 5-nights hotel accommodations
- 5 meals: 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 2 dinners
- $50 voucher for meals on Mackinac Island at select restaurants
- Legendary luncheon buffet at the historic Grand Hotel
- Narrated tour of Mackinac Island onboard a horse drawn carriage
- Roundtrip ferry service to Mackinac Island
- Free time to explore, shop, and dine on Mackinac Island
- Straights of Mackinac Sip-N-Sail cruise with live music and one drink ticket
- Admission to the Butterfly House on Mackinac Island
- Admission to Fort Mackinac
- Admission to Historic Downtown Mackinac attractions such as the Biddle House featuring the Mackinac Island Native American Museum, the Benjamin Blacksmith Shop, The Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum, the American Fur Co. Store & Dr Beaumont Museum*, and the McGulpin House*
- Free time in Frankenmuth to explore the village or River Place shops
- Baggage handling (1 piece per person)
- Services of a AAA Group Travel Tour Host
- Services and Gratuities for a Professional Motorcoach Driver
- All applicable taxes, fees, and included meal gratuities
ACTIVITY LEVEL: 3
ACTIVE: moderate pace; good mobility needed; stairs and prolonged standing for more than 2 hours at a time; some longer days involving early mornings and/or late evenings; some walking on varied terrain. This Activity Level is not recommended for travelers with mobility issues such as someone who uses a cane, walker, or wheelchair.
HOTEL:
Hampton Inn, Oregon, OH or similar (1 night)
Lake View Hotel, Mackinac Island, MI (3 nights)
Bavarian Inn Lodge, Frankenmuth, MI (1 night)
PRICING:
Summertime Mackinac Magic – June 27-July 2, 2026 * July 25-30, 2026 * August 15-20, 2026
Double $1,999
Single $3,099
Triple $1,669
Quad $1,499
AAA Group Travel Tour Host pre-paid gratuities $24
Autumn Mackinac Magic – September 12-17, 2026
Double $1,799
Single $2,669
Triple $1,529
Quad $1,399
AAA Group Travel Tour Host pre-paid gratuities $24
Rates are per person based on occupancy and include the AAA Member Discount. $500 per person deposit due at time of booking. Final payment is due 75 days prior to travel.
TMC1961 * TMC1962 * TMC1963 * TMC1964
NOTE: This tour is booked as the above inclusions state. It is possible due to unforeseen circumstances that some inclusions may change in future months. Should that happen, AAA Group Travel will take all necessary steps to find a suitable replacement for the tour. *The American Fur Co. Store & Dr Beaumont Museum and the McGulpin House on Mackinac Island are not included on the September tour date.
PICK-UP LOCATIONS:
Buffalo
AAA Travel & Insurance Center
100 International Drive, Williamsville
Rochester
RIT Inn & Conference Center
5257 West Henrietta Rd., Henrietta
Please refer to final travel documents for tour boarding and return timing.
CALL: 1-800-937-1222
VISIT: Local AAA Western and Central New York Travel & Insurance Center
Start: June 27, 2026 End: July 2, 2026 Price: $1,999 pp Price My Trip |
Start: July 25, 2026 End: July 30, 2026 Price: $1,999 pp Price My Trip |
Start: August 15, 2026 End: August 20, 2026 Price: $1,999 pp Price My Trip |
Start: September 12, 2026 End: September 17, 2026 Price: $1,799 pp Price My Trip |
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June 27 Departure
Day of Deposit to 3-1-26 / $150 Administrative Fee Per Person
3-2-26 to 4-13-26 / Loss of Deposit Per Person
4-14-26 to Day of Departure / 100% Non-Refundable Per Person
July 25 Departure
Day of Deposit to 4-1-26 / $150 Administrative Fee Per Person
4-2-26 days to 5-11-26 / Loss of Deposit Per Person
5-12-26 to Day of Departure / 100% Non-Refundable Per Person
August 15 Departure
Day of Deposit to 4-15-26 / $150 Administrative Fee Per Person
4-16-26 days to 6-1-26 / Loss of Deposit Per Person
6-2-26 to Day of Departure / 100% Non-Refundable Per Person
September 12 Departure
Day of Deposit to 5-15-26 / $150 Administrative Fee Per Person
5-16-26 days to 6-29-26 / Loss of Deposit Per Person
6-30-26 to Day of Departure / 100% Non-Refundable Per Person