Tour starts and ends in Milwaukee, WI
2 nights - Milwaukee, 1 night - Madison, 1 night - Wisconsin Dells, 2 Nights - Green Bay
Days 1 & 2 – Milwaukee, WI.
Start your Wisconsin adventure with two amazing days in Milwaukee, recently recognized on National Geographic’s “Best of the World” list. There’s so much to do within your two days here, start by visiting the Harley-Davidson Museum, even for non-motorcycle fans this is one of Milwaukee’s standout attractions. Visitors could easily spend half a day here, where you’ll find hundreds of motorcycles, ranging from the very first models to celebrity bikes to more modern designs. The museum campus also includes the MOTOR Bar & Restaurant and scenic riverfront green space, making it an easy place to spend a relaxed few hour.
Slow your pace with a stroll along the Milwaukee Riverwalk, it’s one of the best ways to experience Milwaukee and its historic neighbourhoods. With a pedestrian-friendly path that runs for several miles, it offers seamless access to waterside dining, public art, and lively brewpubs.
The Milwaukee Public Market is an iconic, award-winning indoor food hall and artisanal marketplace located in the heart of the Historic Third Ward neighbourhood. Repeatedly voted the #1 Best Public Market in the Country, this vibrant community hub features 18 locally owned independent vendors offering diverse global cuisines, fresh regional specialties, and artisan retail items.
The Milwaukee Art Museum is a breath-taking, lakefront white post-modern masterpiece designed by Santiago Calatrava. In addition to the art collection, the museum features the iconic Burke Brise Soleil, a 90-ton moveable sunscreen with a 217-foot wingspan that resembles giant wings. The wings open with the museum at 10:00 AM, flap at noon, and fold closed at night.
2 Nights: Milwaukee
Hotel: Kimpton Journeyman Hotel, Room Only
Day 3 – Milwaukee, WI – Madison, WI (80 Miles)
This morning check out your hotel and head west along I-94 to Madison, your first stop has to be the Wisconsin State Capitol which is one of the most impressive building in Madison, built in early 1900’s its designed in a grand neoclassical style and is especially striking because its white granite dome is the tallest of any capitol building in the United States.
Stroll down State Street, a famous car-free pedestrian street that spans eight blocks that directly connects the Wisconsin State Capitol with the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus.
State Street ends at The Memorial Union Terrace, Madison’s premier lakeside gathering space located on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus. Famous for its iconic sunburst chairs, outdoor dining, seasonal concerts, breath-taking sunsets over Lake Mendota, and vibrant community atmosphere.
1 Night: Madison
Hotel: The Edgewater Hotel, Room Only
Day 4 – Madison, WI – Wisconsin Dells, WI. (55 Miles)
Leave the state capital in your rearview mirror and head toward the Wisconsin Dells, a premier destination widely known as the "Waterpark Capital of the World!®". Situated along the scenic, glacier-carved sandstone cliffs of the Wisconsin River, this vibrant resort city hosts visitors looking for high-energy waterpark entertainment combined with stunning natural rock formations and scenic boat tour excursions. The guided cruises take you past narrow gorges, cliffs and unique rock shapes carved by glaciers. The city’s many resorts are home to some of the world’s largest, tallest and fastest waterslides in the world.
If you fancy a short drive from the Wisconsin Dells, visit Devil’s Lake State Park, this is truly one of Wisconsin’s most beautiful natural areas, known for its clear lake surrounded by tall quartzite bluffs and hiking trails which end with stunning panoramic views when you reach the top!
1 Night: Madison
Hotel: Mirror Lake & Tamarack Resort, Room Only
Day 5 & 6 – Wisconsin Dells, WI – Green Bay, WI (140 Miles)
Head north today up to Green Bay, home of the famous NFL team the Green Bay Packers – and the only NFL team that is publicly owned as a community-backed non-profit corporation. The Lambeau Field Stadium Tours offer fans an insider look at the historic home of the team, with routes walking through the Lambeau Field Atrium, premium seating areas, and the iconic player tunnel. The Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame chronicles over a century of franchise history across nine permanent galleries, featuring interactive displays, legendary game artifacts, and the team's championship trophies which helps explain why the Packers are such a unique community-owned and loved football team.
If you want to take a scenic break from the sports theme, try the Fox River Trail, which runs along the Fox River and is great for walking, cycling or relaxing by the water. Make sure to explore the Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary, where you will be able to see local wildlife and walk through wetlands and wooded trails. The nearby Bay Beach Amusement Park is a historic, city-owned amusement park known for its retro charm and incredible affordability. The park's famous wooden roller coaster is an exact replica built from the blueprints of Elvis Presley’s favourite coaster from Memphis, Tennessee.
2 Nights: Green Bay
Hotel: Lodge Kohler, Room Only
Day 7 – Green Bay, WI – Milwaukee, WI. (120 Miles)
Optional stops on your drive back to Milwaukee: On your drive south, consider a short stop in Manitowoc to visit the Wisconsin Maritime Museum, home to the SS Cobia – a WW2 submarine, or enjoy some Lake Michigan beach-time at Kohler-Andrae State Park in Sheboygan – nicknamed “The Malibu of the Midwest”.
Arrive back in Milwaukee to fly home or extend your stay.
TOUR COST
All 'from' prices quoted below are per adult person, per package in £ GBP
The exact cost of the tour will depend on the date of travel and the availability at the time you book.
Your holiday includes:
Return flights to Milwaukee
6 Nights accommodation as above including all taxes
Breakfast as stated above
Car hire including all taxes, fees, unlimited mileage and breakdown cover.
October - March = From £1,299 per person based on 2 adults sharing
June - September = From £1,649 per person based on 2 adults sharing
Pre, post or extra nights
Pre, post & extra nights within the itinerary are available to be added to this tour, please let us know at time of booking if you would like to extend your stay anywhere and we will be happy to quote the extra nights.
