Northern Lower Peninsula Vacation Packages 2026

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Your Northern Lower Peninsula Vacation

Make planning your next getaway simple with a Northern Lower Peninsula vacation package. If it's distilleries and craft breweries, adventure sports and fishing you're looking for, you won't be disappointed. With so many things to explore on a trip to Northern Lower Peninsula, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Kick off your travels in Traverse City at Front Street and Traverse City Beach — two leading attractions here. Another great city to add to your itinerary is Mackinaw City. Don't miss The Jewel at the Grand Hotel and Mackinac Bridge. Whether you're traveling for a few days or a few weeks, Expedia are here to help you tailor-make your next dream Northern Lower Peninsula vacation.

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Downtown Traverse City

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

If you're spending some time in Downtown Traverse City, Clinch Park Beach and City Opera House are top sights worth seeing.

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Bay Harbor

Bay Harbor is noteworthy for its waterfront views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lake Michigan and Great Lakes Center for the Arts.

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Traverse Heights

While visiting Traverse Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Traverse Area District Library and Boardman Lake.

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Oak Park

While Oak Park isn't home to many top sights, Front Street and Clinch Park Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Downtown Mackinac Island

While visiting Downtown Mackinac Island, you might make a stop by sights like Biddle House and Mackinac Island State Park.

Stay near popular Northern Lower Peninsula attractions

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Boyne Mountain

9.4/10 (312 reviews)

This all-season playground offers 60 ski runs, golf courses, and Michigan's longest suspension bridge. Treat yourself to a day at Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark after exploring the scenic Boyne Valley.

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Front Street

9.2/10 (3,678 reviews)

Front Street captivates with specialty shops in Victorian buildings along Traverse City's vibrant downtown. Explore boutiques, savor local cuisine, and time your visit with seasonal festivals like the National Cherry Festival.

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Crystal Mountain

9.0/10 (153 reviews)

This four-season Michigan resort features 59 ski slopes in winter and championship golf in summer. Rejuvenate at their award-winning spa or experience Michigan's only alpine slide for adventure and relaxation.

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Traverse City Beach

10.0/10 (1 review)

Traverse City's beaches offer crystal-clear waters along Grand Traverse Bay with sandy shores just steps from downtown. Enjoy Clinch Park's splash pad or West End's volleyball scene for a perfect summer day.

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Little River Casino

8.4/10 (298 reviews)

This lodge-style casino resort offers over 1,100 slot machines and table games in northwest Michigan. Unwind at the full-service spa or catch nationally recognized acts at the 1,600-seat event center.

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S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry

9.4/10 (500 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Ludington with a trip to S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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SkyBridge Michigan

Suspended 118 feet high, SkyBridge Michigan offers thrilling valley views across its 1,200-foot timber-towered span. Walk on the glass floor section for a heart-racing perspective of the wilderness below.

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Northern Lower Peninsula Hotel Deals

Delamar Traverse City

615 E Front Street Traverse City MI

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$187 nightly

$206 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,215 reviews)

"My check in and checkout process was horrible. My room got taken away despite the fact that I had called earlier that night saying I will be late. Couldn't get room keys until 10am the next day when the manager came and the keys still didn't work. At check out, they deactivated my room keys despite ..."

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2026

Hamilton Inn Select Beachfront Mackinaw City

701 S Huron Avenue Mackinaw City MI

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$87 nightly

$94 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

Grand Beach Resort Hotel

1683 US 31 N Traverse City MI

$79 nightly

$87 total

Nov 22 - Nov 23

Total with taxes and fees

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