Things to do in Grand Traverse County, Grand Traverse County: The Best Tours

Join us as we visit Traverse City's darker past filled with exciting ghost stories! We use real ghost hunting equipment as we investigate Traverse City's first official cemetery and visit some of the more haunted sites in Traverse City.

Inclusions: Ghost Hunting Equipment

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Enjoy the best wineries & breweries throughout Traverse City with our custom private group tour. Whether its a birthday party, anniversary, bachelor or bachelorette party or just because you want a day to let loose with friends, we have you covered! This is your trip, so you chose the stops. We will take your group on a 4 hour tour and visit up to 4 wineries or breweries. Tours start at 10am/11am/12pm/5pm (You Choose).

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Wine or beer flights and any snacks or food are not included. The bus has a cooler on board and you can fill it with ice & beverages of your choice.

What is the Weird 101 Walking Tour? The Weird comes with all the unique and strange happenings in Traverse City's history. 101 is the intro courses in a university, this tour is all about learning the basics of Traverse City. Put them together and Weird+101=Fun Time in TC! Experience a one hour short walking tour through downtown Traverse City. While visiting downtown Traverse City, come for a short walk with our outdoor walking tour that tells of the history of Traverse City plus strange and unusual paranormal stories unfolding throughout Traverse City's History. Why the West Grand Traverse Bay boiled, learn more about our very own Loch Ness Monster, a sweet bank heist and the unusual items lurking under the waves of Grand Traverse Bay! The history, locations, and stories of those that lived before us are sure to entertain everyone!

Inclusions: Experienced guide

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TOURS DEPART AT 12PM SUNDAY-FRIDAY & 11AM ON SATURDAY Sit back and enjoy the gentle slopes, winding country roads and Caribbean-like views on a Leelanau Peninsula Wine Tour. The Magic Shuttle Bus is a chauffeur service with an entire fleet ready to take your group around Leelanau Peninsula's Wine Country. The 45th Parallel runs through the peninsula, same as for the Bordeaux wine-growing region in France. Wine grapes, tart cherries, apples and peaches are among the many fruits grown in the region, seemingly designed for just that. The peninsula boasts over 25 wineries, many with tasting rooms open to the public. *DISCLAIMER: While most of our tours are full; If we have only 4 or fewer guests booked for a tour, we will change to a 4 hour tour and skip the last Winery/Vineyard. DISCLAIMER: Wineries are subject to change based on availability. *GRATUITY of 20 percent for the driver is recommended but not required.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Drinking and Snacking is allowed on the bus, Appointments (Not reservations) are made by Magic Shuttle Bus for all customers on the tour

Exclusions: Leelanau Cellars: Wine By The Glass - $5-$10, 45 North Winery: 5 tastes for $7, Suttons Bay Ciders: Tasting flight of 4-$6 Tasting flight of 6-$10 Single Taste $2 , Rove Estate Winery: 5 tastes for $8, $1 per additional taste, Gratuity (20% for the driver is recommended but not required), Wine tastings are not included and are purchased individually at each vineyard. The price for each tasting ranges from $5 to $10 per tasting.

The Riviera is Jackson Kayak’s blend of easy and FUN! Designed for its simplicity, the Riviera is a great option for those looking for an easy to use and comfortable sit on top. The high back on the seat gives you the comfort and support you need to to enjoy your paddling adventures. We have a variety of Stand Up Paddleboards to chose from in several different lengths. Wether you take one out for a morning paddle on a perfectly calm lake or out on the Bay you'll be bound to enjoy your experience. Sun Bikes offers up the perfect mix of style and value to create a cruiser that's simple and fun to ride. An extra long wheel base, super wide tires, and upright riding position make the bikes comfortable, durable, and easy to ride, exactly what's needed for just cruising around. Hybrids are also available for those looking to take a longer trip.

Inclusions: Kayak, life jacket and paddle

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We drive your car for wine, brew, distillery and cidery tours. We help you create your perfect itinerary which, can be changed on the fly. No pressure, stay as long as you want.... this is your day! Let's do exactly what you want to do. NOTE: Additional hours past the 5 included will be charged separately through Designated Driver TC via cash or credit card.

Inclusions: Designated Driver for 5 Hours

Exclusions: Tasting Fees NOT Included, Driver gratuity not included but greatly appreciated!

TOURS DEPART AT 12PM SUNDAY-FRIDAY & 11AM ON SATURDAY Sit back and enjoy the gentle slopes, winding country roads and Caribbean-like views on a Traverse City Wine Tour. The Magic Shuttle Bus is a chauffeur service with an entire fleet ready to take your group around Old Mission Peninsula. The 45th parallel, is home to the worlds most famous wine-making regions AND Traverse City. Grape vines planted in the region enjoy the perfect amount of sunlight for optimal growth. When coupled with micro-climates created by Grand Traverse Bay, and fertile soil, this sets the perfect stage for delicious award-winning wines that rival centuries old grapes produced in Europe & California. *DISCLAIMER: While most of our tours are full; If we have only 4 or fewer guests booked for a tour, we will change to a 4 hour tour and skip the last Winery/Vineyard. DISCLAIMER: Wineries are subject to change based on availability. *GRATUITY of 15%-20% for the driver is strongly recommended

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Premium Limo Style Bus , Local Tour Guide, Yeti Style Cooler for Customer Use

Exclusions: Wine tastings are not included and are purchased individually at each vineyard. The price for each tasting ranges from $5 to $10 per tasting., Gratuity (15%-20% for the driver is strongly recommended), Chateau Chantal Winery: $10 with $2 tip for a flight of 3 wines or a glass of wine via reservation , Bowers Harbor Vineyards: Wine by the Glass- $8-$10/Flights (5 pours or 2.5 glasses of wine)- $22-$28, Brys Estate Winery: Wine by the Glass- $9-$11/Frose'-$10/Wine Country Snack Box- $9, Bonobo Vineyards: Wine by the Glass- $9-$13 (Souvenir wine glass included), Hawthorne Vineyards: Wine By The Glass -$10, Mari Vineyards: Wine By The Glass- $8-$15

Looking for the best way to see TC? Look no further...this is the very first thing you should do when arriving to TC to get your lay of the land and pick out things you want to go back and visit while here. On this tour we highlight 5 beautiful areas of Traverse City including: • Downtown Front Street • The Warehouse District • The GT Commons area (old asylum) • The Open Space & Clinch Park/Marina area • Old Towne As you ride, your driver will share info about the areas attractions, neighborhoods, history, architecture, food & beverage scene (very HOT in TC) and anything else you want to know. This is the perfect way to get to know the town and then figure out what else you want to do. Comfortably seats 2 people per rickshaw (a small 3rd person works sometimes also). NOTE: Pricing does not include your guide/drivers gratuity. Although a gratuity is not mandatory, 20% is the industry average for a job well done ツ GOOD TO NOTE Each cab seats 2 adults comfortably

Inclusions: Pedicab, Driver, Local Downtown Discount Booklet, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Guide gratuity is NOT included but much appreciated at time of service :)

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!

Inclusions: Snacks, drinks and lunch included., Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

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We don’t focus on just one area. If you love what you saw on one trip you can pick another lake to experience next time. Also..... our kayaks are clear!!! How cool is that! It is made of 100% lexan. Which is what is used for racing windshields.

Inclusions: Kayak,paddles

Exclusions: We do not offer anything on the general rentals but reach out if you are looking for other things