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A yellow tour boat navigates the Chicago River, passing iconic skyscrapers under a clear blue sky during a Great Lakes Floating Campus voyage.

United States/Canada

A Great Lakes Voyage: Chicago to Niagara Falls

Program No. 25498RJ

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Golden evening light shines on the sandy shore of Lake Superior, where tall pine trees grow along the calm water's edge in the United States.

Map showing a Great Lakes voyage route from Chicago to Niagara Falls, traversing Lakes Michigan, Huron, Erie, and Ontario through the United States and Canada.

The Victory I cruise ship sails on the Great Lakes between the United States and Canada at sunset.

A lighthouse stands on a pier over Lake Michigan at sunset as seagulls fly across the colorful sky.

The rocky, tree-lined shore of Lake Superior in the United States/Canada under a bright blue sky.

A red lighthouse on a pier over Lake Michigan under a brilliant orange and yellow sky at dawn in the United States.

Tourists view the powerful, misty Niagara Falls from a scenic overlook, with the city skyline visible across the river in United States/Canada.

The Marblehead Lighthouse in Ohio stands on a rocky shoreline at sunset, with a partly cloudy sky overhead and waves lapping at the shore.

A horse-drawn carriage waits on a sunny street lined with shops and pedestrians on Mackinac Island in the United States.

Horse-drawn carriages travel along the waterfront in front of large, historic homes on a sunny day at Mackinac Island State Harbor.

A horse-drawn carriage travels down a sunny street in front of a grand, white hotel on Mackinac Island in the United States.

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2027

From Wednesday

Sep 1, 2027

To Saturday

Sep 11, 2027

From

12,999

Each

1 Traveler

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Itinerary Note

This departure will sail on the Victory II ship.

A Great Lakes Voyage: Chicago to Niagara Falls

Program No. 25498

Sep

BEGINS

Chicago, IL

Sep

CONCLUDES

Toronto, ON

Duration

11 days

10 nights

What's Included

29 meals ( 10B, 9L, 10D )

11 expert-led lectures

14 expert-led field trips

1 performance

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

Road Scholar Assurance Plan

Pay in Full 12,999

Pay Deposit 500

From Wednesday

Sep 1, 2027

To Saturday

Sep 11, 2027

From

9,899

Each

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2 Travelers

Ship Outside

Itinerary Note

This departure will sail on the Victory II ship.

A Great Lakes Voyage: Chicago to Niagara Falls

Program No. 25498

Sep

BEGINS

Chicago, IL

Sep

CONCLUDES

Toronto, ON

Duration

11 days

10 nights

What's Included

29 meals ( 10B, 9L, 10D )

11 expert-led lectures

14 expert-led field trips

1 performance

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

Road Scholar Assurance Plan

Pay in Full 19,798

Pay Deposit 500

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From Wednesday

Sep 1, 2027

To Saturday

Sep 11, 2027

From

14,999

Each

2 Travelers

Ship Suite

Itinerary Note

This departure will sail on the Victory II ship.

A Great Lakes Voyage: Chicago to Niagara Falls

Program No. 25498

Sep

BEGINS

Chicago, IL

Sep

CONCLUDES

Toronto, ON

Duration

11 days

10 nights

What's Included

29 meals ( 10B, 9L, 10D )

11 expert-led lectures

14 expert-led field trips

1 performance

An experienced Group Leader

Taxes and customary gratuity

Road Scholar Assurance Plan

Pay in Full 29,998

Pay Deposit 500

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Cruise Line Terms and Conditions of Carriage Road Scholar participants enrolling in this program are subject to Victory Cruise Line's terms and conditions of carriage, which include an assumption of risk agreement, waiver of liability, and other important information regarding your rights and obligations. Participants are therefore encouraged to carefully review them in advance of the program. A handout about Victory’s terms and conditions of carriage will be provided to enrolled participants in their pre-program materials. You may also view Victory Cruise Line’s terms & conditions by visiting their website: https://victorycruiselines.com/passenger-ticket-contract/

Passport

A passport is required for this program. It must be valid for at least 6 months after your return date.

This information about travel documents pertains to participants holding U.S. passports. Non-U.S. citizens should refer to their country's requirements to ensure they have the necessary documentation for travel.

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United States citizens don’t need a visa for any of the countries you’ll be visiting. Non-U.S. citizens should refer to their country's requirements to ensure they have the necessary documentation for travel.

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Arrival day is on Wednesday, September 1, 2027.

Meet the group at The Drake Hotel in Chicago, IL

Start of Trip: 4:00 p.m. hotel check-in & Program Registration; 6:00 p.m. Orientation; 7:00 p.m. Welcome Dinner.

Your trip ends on: Saturday, September 11, 2027 in Toronto, ON at Victory Cruise Lines Victory II

End of Trip: 8:30 a.m. or when disembarkation begins.

Ground Transportation Options

Program Arrival Airport

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

The estimated travel time to the check-in location is 40-50 minutes .

The estimated distance to the check-in location is 18 Miles .

303 Taxi

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Phone: 8473030303

Cost: Please call transfer service directly for rates. Prices subject to change.

*Advanced reservations are not required.

Please visit the following website for additional information: www.303taxi.com

Program Arrival Airport

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to the Drake Hotel

The estimated travel time to the check-in location is 60-70 minutes .

The estimated distance to the check-in location is 18 miles .

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Public Transportation

Phone: 8889687282

Cost: Please call Chicago Transit Agency directly for rates. Prices subject to change.

*Advanced reservations are not required.

Please visit the following website or call for current schedules and fare pricing: www.transitchicago.com, phone (888) 968-7282 - Start at O'Hare Station inside the airport - Board the CTA Blue Line train heading toward Forest Park - Exit at the Washington station - Exit the station and walk north on State Street to the intersection of State & Randolph - Board the 146 Bus heading toward the Berwyn Red Line - Get off at the Michigan & Delaware/Walton stop - Walk about 400 feet the entrance of The Drake at 140 E Walton Pl While public transportation is available, it is not recommended for this program due to the substantial number of stairs and walking required to reach the program location. Guests should plan accordingly and consider private transportation options.

Program Departure Airport

Toronto Pearson International Airport

Victory Cruise Lines

Commercial Van/Shuttle

*Advanced reservations are not required.

Toronto Pearson International Airport transfers provided by Victory Cruise Lines at 8 to 9 am from Toronto Port (8 Unwin Ave, Toronto, ON MSA 3L1). Subject to delays. Participants are advised to book flights after 2 pm on the last day of program in the case of delays. Price is included. The participants who do want a transfer need to let Victory Cruise Lines know when they are on board.

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