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C A R D I N A L W I N E TA S T I N G SOO LOCKS Gain insight into the fascinating histor y and operation of the famous Soo Lock s. First opened in 1798, the modern incarnation of this wonder of engineering and ingenuit y was completed in 1855, ushering in a new era of maritime transpor t on the Great Lakes. Travel to the visitor centre, where a permanent exhibit and a series of temporar y ones detail the lock s' construc tion and learn how the lock s work. STR AITS OF MACKINAC BY K AYAK Paddle into the Straits of Mackinac for a scenic journey around Mackinac Island. Depending on the weather, your guide will choose the best route for your excursion. You may enter the straits and paddle over under water caves and rock formations en route to Arch Rock. Or, enjoy striking views of the Mackinac Bridge, stoic island lighthouses and the West Bluf f as you glide over the water toward Devil's Kitchen. BIRD WATCHING AT POINT PELEE Grab your binoculars and head out into the "Warbler Capital of Nor th America." Established in 1918 on the southernmost point on the Canadian mainland, Point Pelee is an impor tant stopover site for migrator y birds. Depending on the time of day and season, you may see rare species such as the hermit or yellow-throated warbler, plus cormorants, pelicans and raptors. ALGOMA WINE & CHEESE Discover the Door Peninsula's vineyards and dair y makers and savour a taste of the finest local wines and cheese. Travel to a renowned cheese fac tor y, gain insight into the cheese produc tion process and learn why Wisconsin is famous for its cheddars, Colby, Muenster and more. Then visit one of the peninsula's oldest wineries, tour its vineyard and sample several dif ferent wines. NIAGAR A UP CLOSE Mar vel at the power of Horseshoe Falls during a thrilling boat ride to the turbulent pools at its base. An astounding 600,000 gallons per second wash over Horseshoe, the tallest of Niagara's three water falls. Don your rain poncho and gaze up in awe as the falls cascade from above, creating a wall of mist and a deafening roar. Af ter ward, you will return to shore and your ship. GREEN BAY & L AMBEAU FIELD Discover Green Bay during a panoramic drive to a beloved football shrine, Lambeau Field. Your guide will regale you with stories about the cit y's histor y while pointing out landmark s before arriving at Lambeau Field, home to the Green Bay Packers since 1957. Enjoy an oppor tunit y to stand at field level, imagining the excitement, noise and energy of Sunday game day. Shore excursions vary by each itinerary and are subject to change. S H O R E E X C U R S I O N S O N Y O U R J O U R N E Y 120 For complete itinerary details and videos, visit viking.com/expeditions

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