Great Lakes Collection

Legendary waters & scenic landscapes

Join Viking for a unique expedition across the historic waterways of all five of the majestic Great Lakes. Experience culture-rich urban centers and admire the awesome power of thundering Niagara Falls. Explore the granite islands and sheltered inlets of Georgian Bay and traverse the famous Soo Locks. Study the aquatic ecosystems of the lakes and venture into the dense boreal forests that line the shores of Lake Superior and Lake Michigan.

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We include more features & services than others

Viking Inclusive Value

We include more features & services than others

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Day by Day

To learn more about each port of call and our included as well as optional excursions, click on the individual days below.

1	Toronto, Ontario, Canada	Savor the diversity of Toronto’s food scene; see the city’s sights by bike.
2	Welland Canal, Canada	Navigate the locks of the Welland Canal, located between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie.
3	Niagara Falls (Port Colborne), Ontario	Get a close-up view of the majesty of the falls, including the largest, Horseshoe Falls.
4	Cleveland, Ohio, United States	Enjoy Cleveland’s scenic waterfront, or explore the river and trails of Cuyahoga Valley.
5	Detroit, Michigan, United States	Browse Americana exhibits at The Henry Ford museum, including JFK’s limousine.
6	Alpena, Michigan, United States	Visit the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center; kayak over shipwrecks in Thunder Bay.
7	Door Peninsula (Algoma), Wisconsin, United States	Admire the boreal forests, sandy beaches and rugged rock formations of the Door Peninsula
8	Mackinac Island, Michigan, United States	Explore this car-free island by carriage, bicycle or on foot; kayak along the shoreline.
9	Georgian Bay (Parry Sound), Ontario, Canada	Discover charming Parry Sound, or hike the winding trails of Algonquin Provincial Park.
10	Georgian Bay (Killarney), Ontario, Canada	Explore the waterways surrounding Killarney and admire the La Cloche Mountains.
11	Georgian Bay (Frazer Bay), Ontario, Canada	Travel to picturesque Manitoulin Island, the world’s largest freshwater lake island.
12	Scenic Sailing: Soo Locks	Sail the St. Mary’s River and cross the Soo Locks, between Canada and the United States.
13	Silver Islet, Ontario, Canada	Kayak over the remains of a submerged silver mine or visit the steep slopes of Ouimet Canyon.
14	Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada	Hike boreal forests, watch for wildlife and learn about Anishinaabe First Nations heritage.
15	Duluth, Minnesota, United States	Ride a vintage train, stroll the Downtown Waterfront or browse the Great Lakes Aquarium.

Itinerary and shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.

Pre & Post Cruise Extensions

Explore more before or after your expedition. Ask your Viking Expert for more information.
Pre & Post Cruise Extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.

Legendary waters & scenic landscapes

Legendary waters & scenic landscapes

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