Wisconsin Dells & Lake Geneva
Resorts of Wisconsin
5 Days | April-June | September-October
Starting At $Flexible Pricing
Featuring Wisconsin Dells, a famous family resort with plenty of natural beauty and attractions for all, combined with Lake Geneva a resort city in southeastern Wisconsin. Here the lakeside Shore Path is dotted with Gilded Age mansions, many built by wealthy Chicagoans.
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Itinerary
Day 1 – Wisconsin Dells, WI
Arrive today in Wisconsin Dells, WI where you enjoy a two-night stay. Enjoy dinner this evening at a local restaurant. (B,D)
Day 2 – Lost Canyon Tour – Market Square Cheese – The Upper Dells Boat Tour – Fawn Creek Winery – Free Evening in Downtown Wisconsin Dells
After breakfast this morning, you take a carriage tour through Lost Canyon. At Lost Canyon, you ride through a mile of cliff-walled gorges in comfortable yet quaint horse-drawn carriages. At the narrowest passages, the guides must talk the horses through the tight squeeze. In some of the deeper parts, the sheer rock and sandstone wall have not felt the touch of the sun in more than 50,000 years.
Then stop at Market Square Cheese where you can sample over 100 varieties of cheese from over 20 factories throughout Wisconsin. They also have a wonderful selection of homemade fudge and candies, and 16 flavors of ice cream.
After a breakfast for lunch on own, the afternoon features a boat ride on the Upper Dells. Marvel at the high cliffs and dramatic formations, navigate through the treacherous Devil’s Elbow, and go ashore to explore mysterious Witches Gulch and see the famous dog leap at Stand Rock.
Also included today is a visit to the Fawn Creek Winery. Enjoy a glass of their award-winning wine while savoring the peace and quiet of the woods on their outdoor deck overlooking the vineyard.
Enjoy a free evening in Downtown Wisconsin Dells. Downtown Wisconsin Dells offers a unique and eclectic mix of shopping options. Stroll through the area and discover a variety of shops, galleries and boutiques plus many dining options. Make sure you stop at the new Elm Street Plaza, home to many fan-favorite events including nightly summer entertainment, Farmers’ Market, pop-up specialty markets, seasonal celebrations, and plenty of other downtown events.
The plaza also has Wisconsin’s largest Kugel Ball fountain, along with a giant mural featuring Wisconsin Dells-inspired artwork throughout. And those looking for a laid-back experience will be happy to know it’s also a fantastic spot to sit back, relax, and enjoy shaded seating. (B)
Day 3 – The Fireside Dinner Theatre – Lake Geneva
Following breakfast, depart Wisconsin Dells for Lake Geneva, but your first stop will be in Fort Atkinson and the Fireside Dinner Theatre. Here you enjoy an early lunch in their restaurant followed by a show in the 700 seat theatre. There are three permanent gift shops offering the region’s most complete selection of gifts and collectibles for all ages or occasions. The 2024 show schedule has not yet been announced.
Travel continues this afternoon to Lake Geneva, WI where you check onto your downtown hotel for a two-night stay. You are just steps away from the beautiful Geneva Lake.
Tonight, you enjoy the evening on your own. Lake Geneva’s ever popular, quaint downtown is a delight for the seasoned shopper as well as the reluctant tag-a-long. With blocks of charming boutiques mixed in with unique eateries as well as a beach, park and library, the town’s charming shopping district offers entertainment for all. Plus, you can enjoy the beautiful evening views of the lake. (B,L)
Day 4 – Geneva Lake Museum – Lake Geneva Cruise – Dancing Horses Dinner Show
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel this morning before touring the Geneva Lake Museum. Step onto the brick pavement and step back in time. Begin with Potawatami Indian artifacts and Frontier cabin. Then walking along “Main Street” where you can not only peek into historic stores, homes, a school room and other places, but you can actually go into them for a close up look at furniture, clothing, tools, machines, merchandise, photos and other artifacts of daily living. You will get a real feeling for life and lifestyles in the late 19th and early 20th century in the Geneva Lake area.
Lunch is included today at a local restaurant. Following lunch, enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Geneva. You will see the entire 20-mile shoreline of Geneva Lake and hear about the history that has made this area famous and gave the area the name “Newport of the West.”
Tonight, enjoy the Dancing Horses Dinner Show. Enjoy a delicious meal and the most amazing Vegas-style show in the area and Lake Geneva’s most unique attraction! Experience the beauty of The Dancing Horses, as they take you on a magical journey. Experience the pageantry, and elaborate glitter and rhinestone costumes of The Dancing Horses show. This dazzling spectacle features an array of horse breeds who perform alongside their trainers in this fantastic showing of equestrian artistry. (B,L,D)
Day 5 – Depart for Home
After breakfast at the hotel, you depart for home. (B)