14 days in Michigan Itinerary

On the 17th (Mon), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Trinity Church, then identify plant and animal life at The Original Mackinac Island Butterfly House & Insect World, then admire the majestic nature at Mackinac Island State Park, and finally explore the striking landscape at Arch Rock. On the 18th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the architecture and atmosphere at St Anne's Catholic Church, then steep yourself in history at Fort Mackinac, then look for gifts at Little Luxuries of Mackinac Island, and finally discover the deep blue sea with Great Turtle Kayak Tours.

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Brussels, Belgium to Mackinac Island is an approximately 18.5-hour combination of flight, car, bus, and ferry. You can also do a combination of train, flight, and ferry. Traveling from Brussels to Mackinac Island, you'll gain 6 hours due to the time zone difference. In July in Mackinac Island, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) early enough to travel to Munising.

Start off your visit on the 19th (Wed): contemplate the waterfront views at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Keep things going the next day: get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, then explore the striking landscape at Miners Castle Rock, and then admire the sheer force of Miners Falls.

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Getting from Mackinac Island to Munising by combination of ferry, bus, and car takes about 6.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry, bus, and taxi. In July, daily temperatures in Munising can reach 27°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Traverse City.

Change things up with these side-trips from Traverse City: Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail (in Glen Arbor) and Empire (Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Empire Bluff Trail, &more). There's lots more to do: head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, learn the secrets of beer at a beer tour and tasting, and don't miss a visit to Benjamin Twiggs, legendary cherry products.

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You can drive from Munising to Traverse City in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. Traveling from Munising in July, you will find days in Traverse City are a bit warmer (31°C), and nights are about the same (17°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) early enough to drive to Grand Rapids.

On the 24th (Mon), take in nature's colorful creations at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Holland State Park Beach. Keep things going the next day: tour the pleasant surroundings at Oval Beach, relax in the rural setting at Critter Barn, then examine the collection at Gilmore Car Museum, and finally walk around Cascade Peace Park.

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Traveling by car from Traverse City to Grand Rapids takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Grand Rapids can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Tue) early enough to drive to Frankenmuth.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Wed): kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, stop by Bronner's Christmas Wonderland, then learn about all things military at Michigan Heroes Museum, and finally get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

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Getting from Grand Rapids to Frankenmuth by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and taxi; or do a combination of bus, train, and taxi. In July, daily temperatures in Frankenmuth can reach 31°C, while at night they dip to 18°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Detroit.

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Thu): step off the mainland to explore Belle Isle Park, contemplate the long history of The Ford Piquette Avenue Plant, then steep yourself in history at Motown Museum, and finally take a leisurely stroll along Detroit RiverFront. Keep things going the next day: appreciate the extensive heritage of Greenfield Village, then see the interesting displays at The Henry Ford, then explore the world behind art at Detroit Institute of Arts, and finally browse the different shops at The Town Peddler Craft and Antique Mall.

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You can drive from Frankenmuth to Detroit in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly; or do a combination of taxi and bus. July in Detroit sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) early enough to fly back home.