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Thunder Bay Fall Color Tour

Visitors board a deluxe motor coach for a scenic tour making stops at Our Lady of the Woods Shrine, an Amish creamery, and Thunder Bay Resort. At the resort, guests take a horse-drawn carriage ride through the Elk Preserve to view bull elk before arriving at the Elk Antler Log Cabin. Inside the rustic riverside cabin, guests warm themselves by the split-stone fireplace, listen to storytelling, and enjoy a five-course meal prepared on antique wood cook stoves alongside local wine tastings.

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When

Tickets

$225.00 per person. The trip includes deluxe motor coach transportation to Hillman, MI; escort by John Henry of Route 23 Tours; horse-drawn carriage through the Elk Preserve; elk viewing and fall colors; a five-course gourmet meal and wine tasting; and stops at Our Lady in the Woods Shrine, The Amish Farmer’s Creamery, and The Jerky Outlet. The creamery stop is cash only.

Hours

7:00 am - 7:30 pm; itinerary: 7:00 AM pickup; 9:30 AM to 10:15 AM Our Lady of the Woods Shrine; 10:20 AM to 10:50 AM The Farmer’s Amish Creamery; 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM Thunder Bay Resort; 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM The Jerky Outlet; 7:30 PM return to Meijer Davison.

Food & Drink

Guests are offered coffee and a cookie at the shrine and enjoy a five-course gourmet dinner prepared on antique wood cook stoves with six wine tastings and cabin bar service.

Parking

Pickup is at Meijer Davison (Lot H); no parking information is given.

Going?

Location

Meijer – Davison · 8089 Lapeer Road, Davison, MI 48423 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (2/5)

Best For

Adult day-trippers and scenic tour lovers

Vibe

Rustic, relaxing, and scenic

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Bring cash if you plan to shop at The Farmer's Amish Creamery.
  • Bring a camera for photo opportunities of the elk and Our Lady of the Woods Shrine.
  • Check in directly at the bus on the day of the trip, where attendee names will be on a list.

Links & Contact

Run by John Henry of Route 23 Tours

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Frequently Asked Questions

What stops are made during the trip?

The tour includes stops at Our Lady of the Woods Shrine in Mio, The Farmer's Creamery, Thunder Bay Resort, and The Jerky Outlet.

What is included in the visit to Thunder Bay Resort?

Guests take a horse-drawn carriage ride across the Thunder Bay River and into the Elk Preserve for elk viewing, followed by a five-course gourmet meal, storytelling, and wine tasting at the Elk Antler Log Cabin.

What wines are served with the meal?

Guests sample six locally produced wines from Michigan's Sunrise Side during the five-course dinner.

What form of payment is needed at The Farmer's Creamery?

The Farmer's Amish Creamery accepts cash only.

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