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7 Days. 4 Great Lakes. The Most Epic Cruise You’ve Never Heard Of

Visit With Us (Rich and Helen)
Visit With Us (Rich and Helen)
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👁️ 323K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 54:56

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Editorial Summary

The creators document a seven day expedition through the Great Lakes aboard the Viking Polaris, traveling from Milwaukee to Toronto. The journey begins in Milwaukee, where they explore the city's brewing history and visit the Harley-Davidson Museum. The itinerary includes sailing through multiple lakes and visiting various ports of call. On Mackinac Island, they experience a car-free environment by taking horse-drawn carriage tours and riding tandem bicycles. The voyage also features a visit to the Henry Ford Museum in Detroit to view historical American innovations and a trip to Point Pelee for kayaking and zodiac excursions. Onboard activities include observing weather balloon deployments and utilizing the ship's extensive spa facilities. The trip concludes with a high-energy excursion to Niagara Falls, where the creators participate in a boat ride through the mist of the Horseshoe Falls. They conclude that the Great Lakes offer a unique combination of urban culture, hidden gems, and natural beauty that provides a significant sense of discovery.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Viking Cruise Lines
Bacon Bliss
All-time creator consensus for Viking Cruise Lines
A Nibble

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsFull Ship Review🏅Authority CreatorSponsored
❤️ Best for CoupleOther · Summer · 7 nightsFrom MilwaukeeVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We were invited by Viking UK to experience an itinerary we knew almost nothing about in a part of the world we never thought we'd visit.

This wasn't just a cruise. It was an adventure we didn't know we needed until we were right in the middle of it.

I think it's one of the the nicest locations we have ever visited.

This wasn't just a cruise. It was a journey through the heart of a less seen North America.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book a tandem bike on Mackinac Island for a fun, car-free experience.
Try the Coney Island hot dog at the World Cafe for a true American legend.
Use the spa on Viking Polaris—it's included and offers stunning water views.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Riding a tandem bike for the first timeMackinac Island is perfect for learning, as there are no cars.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to cruise the Great Lakes on an expedition ship?
QIs a Great Lakes cruise worth it for someone who has never considered it?
QWhat activities and excursions are available on a Viking Polaris itinerary?

Topics Covered

Excursions4½ Happy BaconService Crew4½ Happy BaconShip Condition4½ Happy BaconDining Main4 Happy BaconSpa Fitness4½ Happy BaconItinerary Route4 Happy BaconPort Destination4½ Happy BaconCabin Suite4½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Detroit3½ Happy Bacon
Top: Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation
Mackinac Island4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Horse-drawn carriage tour
Milwaukee4 Happy Bacon
Top: Panoramic coach tour of Milwaukee
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