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ViatorMichigan Lakeshore, M-22 Self-guided Driving Audio Tour
4.7(7)8 hours - 9 hoursFrankfort, United States- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From$15
Download the GuideAlong self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Michigan Lakeshore road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions play automatically along the M-22 Scenic Drive, all based on your location.
You'll be guided to all of the area's famous highlights as well as lessor known gems including a unique national park with huge climbable dunes, a winery trail of over 25 vineyards, one of the Great Lakes' oldest and most storied lighthouses, and a historic fishing town.
Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you.
✅ Stories, tips and directions play automatically based on your location ✅ Travel at your own pace ✅ Tour offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi needed ✅ Suggested itineraries for half, full or multi day use ✅ Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates ✅ Like having a tour guide along for the drive
Purchase one tour per vehicle.
our own itinerary along the tour route to match your interests and schedule.
Empire, United States
With towering dunes, endless beaches, wilderness islands and miles of trail to explore, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is definitely the main feature along the M-22 Scenic Drive.
It’s the most popular thing to do in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, and involves climbing a series of sand dunes with fantastic views of Lake Michigan in the distance.
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Empire, United States
A mini-drive within the main drive, the Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive was once nominated for the Most Beautiful Place in America series. This slow but extremely beautiful 7-mile loop drive is not to be missed, taking in viewpoints, dunes, a covered bridge, changing forests - including a ghost forest - and even the Sleeping Bear itself
ve is one of the best spots along this route to view rare and endangered species. The Arcadia Marsh is one of Lake Michigan’s few remaining coastal marshes, and visitors can access the marsh through a boardwalk trail that leads straight through the heart of the preserve.
This is one of the highest points along Lake Michigan so it offers one of the tallest views around. Climb the 120 steps to the top lookout platform for an even more dramatic view.
Visitors will find 25+ vineyards scattered throughout the peninsula specializing in riesling and ice wine, a sweet dessert wine unique to this region.
Visit the historic town to see preserved shanties along the shore, and be sure to leave room for some locally caught smoked fish or a fried fish sandwich.
3701 Point Betsie Rd, Frankfort, United States
The Point Betsie Lighthouse marks the southern entrance of the Manitou Passage, one of the Great Lakes' most treacherous stretches of water. It’s one of the most photographed lighthouses in Michigan and guided tours are available of the 19th century keeper’s residence and 34-step tower.
Traverse City, United States
Traverse City has long been known as the “Cherry Capital of the World”. In July and August, the countryside surrounding Traverse City is filled with fruit stands and markets brimming with baskets of sweet, dark cherries. All things cherry are celebrated in the annual National Cherry Festival held in Traverse City each July.
From Traverse City, join the tour and drive in reverse if preferred. The tour is designed to be driven in either direction, and you can also join anywhere along the route. After booking, search your email for “Download Audio Tour,” then preview the route in the app.
Includes an app-based self-guided experience, so there is no need to meet an in-person guide. It is recommended to start in Manistee for the fullest tour experience through Sleeping Bear to Traverse City. After booking, search your email for “Download Audio Tour,” then preview the route in the app.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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