To learn how Door County and Northeastern Wisconsin were settled, a trip by ferry to Washington Island is recommended for a tour group. Settlement began on Lake Michigan islands by fishermen in the early 1800's. By 1850, Washington Island was an active fishing, farming and logging community. Her several harbors were active with many ship arrivals and immigrants arriving from Scandinavian countries. An Island Tour Guide will explain settlement, Island living then and now, with stops at museums and shops.
Lunch is at a quaint Island inn with Norwegian carvings.
The tour is personalized, complete, and your Island guides are very knowledgeable. For a great day of history, shopping, lunch and fun, allow approximately six hours. Island Tour Guide Service also arranges step-on guide tours of the Peninsula. Group rate applies to 20 or more persons. Whether your group intends to tour Washington Island in their own motor coach with step-on guide, or by tour tram, reservations are a must so that all arrangements can be prepared for your arrival.