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  Michigan is a state with a stark difference between the north and south. The south includes the large city of Detroit, another fairly large metro area of Grand Rapids and the state capital of Lansing. The north is far less populated but a popular tourist destination because of its wildlife, lakes and beaches. Riverboat tours can be found throughout the state, so no matter where a person is located there is sure to be a riverboat tour within an hour or two.
  
  

Riverboat Tour in the Upper Peninsula

• The Upper Peninsula (known as the U.P.) is a favorite destination of Michiganders and non residents alike. Tahquamenon Falls Wilderness Excursion offers riverboat tours. A short train tour is necessary to begin the six-and-a-half-hour trip. The riverboat will bring visitors through forests and Michigan's unspoiled landscapes, and the tour is narrated by the boat captain. Fully versed in Michigan history, he or she will point out areas of interest, including the habitats of the gray wolf, moose and deer as well as Native American history. The tour ends at the beautiful Tahquamenon waterfalls. It also includes a 75-minute stop for hiking and spans a total of 21 miles. Food and drinks are available on deck and the riverboat has an outdoor deck and well as a deck with covering. The Tahquamenon Falls Wilderness Excursion can be contacted here:
  
  Toonerville Trolley Riverboat Tour
  7195 County Road 381
  Soo Junction, MI 49868
  (888) 778-7246
  soojunction@lighthouse.net
  www.trainandboattours.com
  
  

Riverboat Tour in Lansing

• The Michigan Princess is a triple-deck boat docked in the state capital of Lansing in southern central Michigan. The Princess is able to carry 500 people at a time, and rooms on the boat are capable of hosting weddings, proms and other large parties but also serve couples, individuals and small groups for tours of the river. Live bands, dancing and murder mysteries are part of the entertainment schedule. The two-hour cruise goes up and down the Grand River of Michigan. Five dining rooms are available for dinner and entertainment, and the tour boat has more than 100 windows to maximize river views. The Michigan Princess can be contacted here:
  
  Grand River Park
  Lansing, MI 48922
  (517) 627-2154
  captainjohn@michiganprincess.com
  www.michiganprincess.com
  
  

Riverboat Tour in Detroit

• The Detroit Princess is a large riverboat that is open for day and evening cruises and has a capacity for 1,500 people, spanning four decks. It tours the Detroit River (southeast Michigan) and tours last from two to several hours, depending on the type of tour (lunch cruise, dinner cruise, special event cruise). Large dining rooms are available with full bars. Live bands, DJs and a focus on Motown music are available. Hotel and boat tour packages are at hand for those planning an overnight trip in Detroit. Special cruises like Valentine's and Sweetest Day are scheduled, as well as family cruises (with activities for kids) and fireworks tours. The Detroit Princess can be contacted here:
  
  CJC Cruises / Detroit Princess Riverboat
  P.O. Box C
  Grand Ledge, MI 48837
  (877) DET-BOAT or (877) 338-2628
  www.detroitprincess.com/index.php