Travel us to Frankenmuth, Michigan - Aug 5-9, 2024

GERMAN AMERICAN MUSICIANS

TRAVEL WITH US TO FRANKENMUTH, MICHIGAN
AUGUST 5-9, 2024

Join the German American Musicians for this fantastic excursion to Frankenmuth, MI for 2024.

*Sample itinerary (note: final itinerary will be provided along with luggage tags two weeks prior to trip date)

Day 1, Monday, August 5, 2024:

Depart from Western New York for Frankenmuth, MI. Please note that we will travel the most direct route to Michigan, through Canada. Please let us know if that is not your plan (price is subject to increase)

Independent Dinner Stop en route.

Check into the SpringHill Suites Frankenmuth for 4 Nights

HI      Day 2, Tuesday, August 6, 2024:  

Breakfast included at the Hotel this morning.

Pretzel Making Class - Transform your group into German bakers. Our team will lead them through the proper pretzel-rolling method, and then it is their turn to match the technique. After they are baked, guests can pick up their piping hot pretzels and reap the rewards of their hard work.

Locally Guided Tour of Frankenmuth – Learn about the city, stop at the St. Lorenz Lutheran Church (Many times people ask where the name St. Lorenz (pronounced like the man’s name Lawrence) came from. In 1845, the original settlers of Frankenmuth brought that name with them from Germany, where it was the name of the Lutheran churches in three cities. The name comes from St. Laurentius, a Christian who was martyred (killed for his faith) in the third century A.D.)

Independent Lunch

Bavarian Belle Historic Boat tour down the Cass River.

Dine at Zehnder’s for their world famous chicken dinner.

Drive down Bronner’s Christmas Lane and view the 100,000 lights that light up the half-mile stretch.

Catch the Glockenspiel performance at 9 pm if missed during the city tour. - The Bavarian Inn Glockenspiel Tower houses a magnificent 35-bell carillon, a beautiful figurine movement and an illuminated clock, all imported from Germany! The sound of the Glockenspiel can be heard for miles around Frankenmuth with lively German and American tunes and hymns. The sound originates from a 50-foot bell tower where installation of specially cast carillon bells and figurework for the Pied Piper of Hameln was completed in October 1967. The tower, which was built in traditional Bavarian style architecture, can be seen from roads leading into Frankenmuth from the south. Before striking the hour, and on each quarter hour, the clock sounds the 5-bell Westminster chime. At Noon, 3 p.m., 6 p.m., and 9 p.m. each day the Bavarian Inn Glockenspiel plays several selections which are immediately followed by figurine movement depicting the legend of the Pied Piper of Hameln.

HI      Day 3, Wednesday, August 7, 2024:

Breakfast is included at the Hotel

Depart for Bay City, MI

Guided Tour of The Historical Museum of Bay County – We're very pleased to announce that The Historical Museum has become the official home of the "Michigan Rock and Roll Legends Hall of Fame" exhibit. Exhibit includes photos of the 120 inductees, poster art of Michigan artist Dennis Loren, and a drive-in movie theatre for visitors to watch "The Motown Time Capsule 1960-1979" which gives a look back at 20 years of the famous Detroit record label, and "The Mysterious Death of Del Shannon" which may be viewed using a mobile device.

Return to Frankenmuth

Lunch included at Frankenmuth Brewery - As Michigan's oldest brewery, we have been offering award-winning Ales & Lagers since 1862!

Visit Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland - head into the World’s Largest Christmas Store and gaze upon more than 50,000 gifts, trims, and decor, walk across the parking lot to Silent Night Memorial Chapel, a 56-foot-tall landmark, is nestled on the southern tip of Bronner's 27 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. It is a replica of the original chapel in Oberndorf/Salzburg, Austria, which marks the site where “Silent Night” was first sung on Christmas Eve in 1818. The remainder of the day is yours to explore and enjoy dinner at own expense.

HI      Day 4, Thursday, August 8, 2024:

Breakfast is included at the Hotel

Morning at your leisure

Admission for the Frankenmuth Summer Music Fest – The Frankenmuth Summer Music Fest offers a wide variety of acts for the music lover in you. Whether you take in a polka act whose German and Polish tunes invoke the rich traditions of Eastern European culture, that will keep you spinning freely into the night like you did during the ‘Summer of FUN’, you’re sure to be immersed in the tradition and nostalgia this year’s entertainers provide. (Opens at 1 pm) Tom Wood Catering will be on site offering a complete menu of items to satisfy your hunger during the Summer Music Fest. Sandwiches, snacks, and more!  Meals on own at the Music Festival.

HI      Day 5, Friday, August 9, 2024:

Breakfast is included at the Hotel followed by checkout and departure.

We will make pay on own meal stops and comfort stops en route.  Again, our group will travel the most direct route through Canada. Early evening arrival home.

HI      Tour Includes:

• Motor Coach Transportation
• 4 Night’s Lodging
• 6 Meals: 4 Hotel Breakfasts, 1 Lunch & 1 Dinner
• Admissions and Tours per Itinerary
• Standard Taxes and Included Meal Gratuities

Proof of citizenship is required as we are traveling through Canada to our destination.

Excursion cost per person:

• Double: $1,259.00
• Triple $1,169.00
• Single $1,695.00

For booking or more information, contact SCENIC EXCURSIONS, 716-649-9694. To speak to a group representative of the German American Musicians Group, please feel free to contact Julie Miszuk, 716-866-5837.

A $100 deposit is required to secure your seat(s) on this fantastic group excursion. Final payment is required June 1, 2024. Payment for excursion, once paid is non-refundable.

Travel protection is available to help protect your investment, your belongings, and most importantly, you. The full plan details can be viewed under About / Travel Protection Plan. Rates are per person and based on the excursion price & length, and the guest’s age at the time of booking. Travel protection must be purchased at the time of booking and paid in full with the excursion deposit.

Trip protection is available at an additional cost. Please note that trip protection plan is offered by Trip Assure, A TripMate brand and pricing is subject to change prior to booking. Please inquire with your reservationist.