11-Day Major League Madness Baseball Tour Through the Midwest

Course Description: 11-Day Major League Madness Baseball Tour Through the Midwest

Baseball Tour Through the Midwest ⚾🇺🇸

Immerse yourself in the heart of America’s favorite pastime on this ultimate traveling baseball adventure for teens. Catch foul balls, meet players during batting practice, explore legendary stadiums, and experience the thrill of 6 MLB games and 2 MiLB matchups. Between ballparks, enjoy amusement parks, lakefront cities, and classic Midwestern charm — all while bonding with a supportive, sports-loving group. Whether you're a die-hard fan or simply love the excitement of live sports, this baseball road trip delivers an unforgettable summer.

Teens on this trip join the first 11 days of the longer 18-day Major League Madness program.

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Program Highlights ✨

• Get your favorite player’s autograph during batting practice.

• Sit in the dugout on behind-the-scenes stadium tours.

• Watch games at 5 iconic MLB stadiums.

• Tour the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

• Explore legendary Wrigley Field on an exclusive tour.

• Watch future stars at Triple-A & High-A MiLB games.

• Savor must-try ballpark food across multiple stadiums.

• Ride record-breaking coasters at Cedar Point 🎢

• Cruise the Chicago waterfront on a thrilling jetboat ride 🚤

• Walk through the tunnel and onto the field at Ohio Stadium 🏈

Stadiums Featured:

• Guaranteed Rate Field – Chicago White Sox

• American Family Field – Milwaukee Brewers

• Wrigley Field – Chicago Cubs

• Progressive Field – Cleveland Guardians

• Great American Ball Park – Cincinnati Reds

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Itinerary 🧭

Days 1–4 – Chicago, IL & Milwaukee, WI

Games:

Kansas City Royals vs. Chicago White Sox

Chicago Cubs vs. Milwaukee Brewers

San Diego Padres vs. Chicago Cubs

Begin your baseball journey in Chicago, meeting your group through fun welcome activities. Go behind the scenes at Wrigley Field, then watch the Chicago White Sox take on the Kansas City Royals. Take a day trip to Milwaukee for a tour and game at American Family Field as the Cubs face the Brewers. Ride a high-speed jetboat on Lake Michigan before returning to Wrigley Field for an unforgettable night game: Padres vs. Cubs under the lights ⚾🌆

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Days 5–7 – Cleveland, OH

Games:

Chicago White Sox vs. Cleveland Guardians

Texas Rangers vs. Cleveland Guardians

Travel to Cleveland, stopping for a full day at Cedar Point 🎢. Visit the Pro Football Hall of Fame, then immerse yourself in Progressive Field as the Guardians host the White Sox. Spend a relaxing afternoon at Edgewater Park, enjoying Lake Erie’s beach culture before returning to the ballpark for Guardians vs. Rangers. Try the ballpark’s famous Slider Dog if you're feeling bold! 🌭

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Days 8–9 – Columbus & Cincinnati, OH

Games:

Lansing Lugnuts vs. Dayton Dragons (MiLB)

Baltimore Orioles vs. Cincinnati Reds

Start in Columbus with a special tour of Ohio Stadium, then continue to Cincinnati for a High-A MiLB game featuring the Lansing Lugnuts vs. Dayton Dragons. Explore Great American Ball Park on a private tour before cheering on the Reds vs. Orioles that evening. Snap a photo with Mr. Redlegs and soak in Cincinnati’s baseball legacy ⚾❤️

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Days 10–11 – Toledo & Detroit, MI

Game:

Iowa Cubs vs. Toledo Mud Hens (MiLB)

Close out your baseball road trip with a Triple-A MiLB game as the Toledo Mud Hens face the Iowa Cubs. Celebrate your final days together with friends before heading to Detroit for your return flights. A memorable finish to an incredible baseball summer! 🚌⚾✨

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Accommodations 🏨

Chicago, Illinois – Hyatt Place Lombard

Indoor pool, fitness center, and a welcoming space to relax after big game days.

Cleveland, Ohio – Hyatt Place Lyndhurst

Modern rooms and great comfort after Cedar Point and Guardians games.

Cincinnati, Ohio – Embassy Suites Cincinnati RiverCenter

Minutes from Great American Ball Park, with an indoor pool and spacious suites.

Detroit, Michigan – Hyatt Place Detroit/Livonia

Convenient location between Detroit and Ann Arbor, perfect for the program’s final nights.

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What It’s Like 🌟

An adrenaline-filled trip with iconic stadiums, thrilling activities, and a fun, sports-loving group that bonds quickly.

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Baseball ⚾

A dream itinerary for MLB fans, featuring multiple games, exclusive tours, Minor League experiences, and iconic ballparks across the Midwest.

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Meals 🍽️

• Breakfast and dinner daily.

• Breakfasts are hotel buffet-style.

• On game nights, dinner takes place at the ballpark.

• Other evenings feature family-style meals or popular local restaurants.

• Lunches are not included; teens choose from ballpark options, food courts, or local eateries.

Most dietary needs (vegetarian, allergies, lactose-free, gluten-free, kosher-style) can be accommodated.

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Activities 🎒

All recreational activities listed — stadium tours, Cedar Point, Lakefront activities, Hall of Fame visit, and more — are included.

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Transportation 🚌

A chartered, deluxe, air-conditioned motor coach with a professional driver throughout the program.

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Group Size 👥

22–38 participants.

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Dietary Options 🌱

Most dietary preferences and allergies can be accommodated.

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Program Specifics ✈️

Start in Chicago

• Teens fly into Chicago within designated arrival times.

• Based on enrollment, a chaperoned flight may be available from New York.

• Teens from other regions may connect to the chaperoned flight or fly in directly for staff greeting.

Return from Detroit

• Leaders assist with check-in and stay at the airport until all designated-window flights have departed.

MLB Schedule Notice

Final game schedule is subject to the confirmed 2026 MLB schedule.

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Laundry 🧺

Weekly visits to laundromats, with detergent and dryer sheets provided. Staff help anyone new to doing laundry.

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What’s Included ✅

• All lodging

• Breakfast & dinner daily

• All listed activities

• Stadium tours

• MLB & MiLB game tickets

• Airport transfers at designated times

• Gratuities & taxes

Not Included ❌

• Application fee

• Flights to Chicago & from Detroit

• Lunches and snacks

• Personal spending money

• Laundry costs

• Optional travel insurance