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Daily Tours to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

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Traverse City, USA

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6 to 7 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

With 35 Miles of coastline designated as Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Where should I go? What should I see? Our tour provides access to all of it. As well, you'll be accompanied by a guide well-versed in the area History, Flora & Fauna and geologic formation of the Great lakes and Dune formations. Sleeping Bear is fantastic in and of itself, but having a guide to explain everything from the Native Tribes that once roamed the area, to the geologic forces that leave us with the Great Lakes we know today, greatly enhances ours guests visit to Sleeping Bear. Oh, and guests rave about our catered lunch. It's delicious!

What's Included

  • Lunch Snacks, drinks and lunch included.
  • Private transportation
  • All Fees and Taxes

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    We do pick up from certain "in Town" Air B&B's. Please call the office to determine if we can pick up from your location. For traveler's not within our pick up area, we have 2 designated meeting locations. 1. 4900 M-72 E, Williamsburg, MI 49690 - The west side of the Meijer. parking lot. 2. 615 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49686 - The West Bay Beach Resort parking lot.

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    Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

    A guided tour of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Tour includes round trip transportation from Traverse City with snacks and drinks provided. Stops include an easy walk out to Empire Bluffs, Scenic Pierce Stocking Drive, Lake Michigan overlook, Glen Lke overlook, Sleeping Bear Dune overlook, Lunch on the beach in the village of Empire, Dune Climb, Historic Village of Glen Haven and Glen Arbor.
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    5 hours • Admission Ticket Included

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Participants must be 6 years or older. We do not accommodate infants.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Daily Tours to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-180066P1

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    • Service animals allowed
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    • Walking is required to access the vista at Empire Bluffs. The trail is designated as "Easy". Expect to walk 1.5 miles over a dirt and sand Trail.
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