Experience the best of Florida on this customisable holiday, which takes you through the most popular holiday spots in the region.
Start off by exploring Miami’s exciting culinary scene, beautiful beaches, spectacular architecture, and the serene beauty of the Everglades. At your next stop, Naples, enjoy an excursion to spot dolphins and manatees.
Browse some interesting museums in the Florida Keys. If you are in an adventurous mood, you can choose to go snorkelling. Enjoy a perfect balance of relaxation and recreation at your final stop- Key West, where you can indulge in more beach hopping, kayaking, snorkelling, and more.
Trip Highlights
- Go on an exciting airboat tour to explore the beauty of the Everglades
- Sample Miami’s Cuban-inspired cuisine and visit popular local eateries
- Experience the best of Naples on a self-guided tour of the city
- Head off into the Gulf of Mexico in search of dolphins, manatees, water birds and other wildlife
- Swim, snorkel and kayak in the waters of the Florida Keys and Key West
- Visit interesting museums and gardens in the Florida Keys
Start your Journey
Miami, FL
Sunny, sandy and spectacular, Miami is renowned for its beachside activities and electrifying nightlife.
Personalised Tour of Everglades National Park With Airboat Ride
Discover Miami beyond its beaches and chic neighbourhoods. Embark on an exciting tour of Everglades National Park. Hop onto a sturdy airboat and explore the Blue Shanty Canal. Watch the scenery change as you make your way to the centre of the park and stop at various viewpoints to admire the serene waterscapes.
Your expert guide will tell you all about the uniqueness of this ecosystem and keep an eye out for the local wildlife that includes alligators, raccoons, turtles, deer and more. Hike to the observation platform that affords an aerial view of the River of Grass. Spend time browsing through the exhibits at the visitor centre and watch an informative documentary on alligators.
Group Food and Art Deco Tour of South Beach
Explore a different side of Miami with a food and art tour of South Beach. This upscale neighbourhood boasts high-end retail outlets, restaurants helmed by celebrity chefs and an electrifying nightlife scene. Start your urban adventure from Ocean Drive and stop by the Versace mansion, Congress Hostel, the Essex House, the Breakwater and some popular movie locations.
You might be tempted to step into some of the neighbourhood's most popular eateries and savour their specialities - from Cuban beef and smoked potato empanadas to fresh passion fruit ceviche and flavourful beef ropa vieja with plantain tostones. Enjoy a satisfying meal at Il Pastaiolo, a family-run Italian restaurant known for its authentic pasta and other Sicilian-style dishes. End your day on a sweet note with a bowl of what is widely considered as the best gelato in Miami Beach!
Naples, FL
Drive yourself in your rental car from Miami, FL, to Naples, FL.
It takes about 2-3 hours to get to Naples from Miami. You can take Interstate I 75, also known as Alligator Alley or the Tamiami Trail (US 41). Interstate I 75 is the faster of the two routes. Both take you through the Everglades, though we recommend US 41 because the drive is more scenic.
Exploring Naples on your own
From beaches and museums to outdoor activities and retail therapy, Naples offers visitors plenty of options for relaxation and recreation. Step onto its sandy beaches and try out a range of water activities. If you are feeling adventurous, try jet skiing in the Gulf of Mexico, or head out on an excursion to spot dolphins and manatees. Go kayaking in the back bays or try your hand at fishing for giant groupers. If you prefer something more laidback, you can simply cast a line off the 100-year-old Naples Pier and enjoy the glorious sunset.
Start one of your days early, so you can get the most out of exploring the fabulous Naples Botanical Garden, a 170-acre expanse of greenery with an award-winning plant collection. Take a journey back in time at the Naples Depot Museum, which showcases rail travel from the 1920s. History enthusiasts can visit the Holocaust Museum & Cohen Education Center, which houses over a thousand photographs and artefacts related to World War II and the Holocaust. You can also tee off at any of the 90+ golf courses or shop at Tin City, a waterfront retail complex known for its antiques, unique handmade items and gifts.
Group Dolphin and Shelling Boat Tour
Discover the flora and fauna of Florida's Ten Thousand Islands Refuge, a vast ecosystem covering over 10,000 islands. The tour begins at Goodland Boating Park, and you will be accompanied by a guide who is a Florida Master Naturalist. Keep an eye out for dolphins and manatees, which appear regularly during the warmer months. The waters attract a fabulous assortment of birds, including herons, pelicans, spoonbills, eagles and ospreys. One of the stops is at an uninhabited barrier island, where you can pick up shells while your guide tells you some interesting facts about the islands and beaches.
Group Manatee Sightseeing Eco-Adventure Tour
Marvel at the rich wildlife and natural beauty of the Florida Everglades on this interesting eco-adventure. Your guide will highlight the region's distinctive features as you glide through marshy channels and estuaries. Look out for manatees swimming in the shallow waters of these mangroves. These waters are also home to a variety of birds, such as wood storks, egrets, herons and spoonbills.
Florida Keys, FL
Drive yourself in your rental car from Naples, FL, to Florida Keys, FL. It will take you about three hours to reach your destination.
Explore the Florida Keys on your own
With a large number of outdoor adventure options, historical sites and art galleries to choose from, there is plenty to see and do in the Florida Keys. Delve into the exciting history of the region with a guided tour of the Hemingway Home and Museum, the residence of the famous American novelist and writer. While you are there, you might even end up spotting the descendants of his equally famous six-toed cat. Browse through an amazing collection of art and prints at the Audubon House & Tropical Gardens, and learn about the region’s maritime history at the beautiful Key West Art & History Museum, which was built in 1891. Connect with nature at the Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservancy, which is home to over 60 butterfly and 20 bird species.
Try your hand at fishing for bonefish, tarpon, snook and redfish at Florida Bay, or go snorkelling at the only living coral barrier reef in the Continental United States. End your day with a soul-satisfying meal that consists of the choicest seafood dishes. The pink shrimp and stone crab are local delicacies that you should definitely try as well.
Group Snorkelling Trip
Explore the mesmerising world under the waves at Islamorada. This charming seaside village is dubbed as the ‘Sport Fishing Capital of the World’, and is known for its vast network of coral reefs. Savour the experience of swimming alongside schools of French grunt, goatfish, parrot fish, snook, and more. Look out for green moray eels and loggerhead sea turtles as well. If you are lucky, you might even spot reclusive nurse sharks beneath the overhangs.
Key West, FL
Drive from Key Largo to Key West in your rental car. It will take you about two and a half hours to reach Key West.
Explore Key West on your own
Whether you are looking to relax or indulge in recreational activities, Key West, a picturesque city with a long coastline, has plenty of options for you. Pack a picnic basket and spend a few hours at Smathers Beach, the most popular beach in the city. Dive into the sparkling waters for a snorkelling session or go on a dolphin spotting tour. Go kayaking in the open water or paddle through backcountry mangroves.
If you prefer to remain on dry land, you can tour the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum, and learn about the life of one of America’s presidents at the Harry S. Truman Little White House. Explore the impressive Audubon House & Tropical Gardens, which was once home to one of the wealthiest families in Key West. End your day at Mallory Square, a lively waterfront plaza dotted with food stalls. This is a great place to enjoy the sunset, watch street performers and shop for souvenirs.
Group Snorkelling and Kayaking Tour
Explore the incredible beauty of the mangrove islands off Key West on this memorable snorkelling and kayaking trip. Your adventure begins as soon as you board a lovely 65-foot boat, which will take you through this picturesque region. Paddle through the narrow canals, listen to the soothing sounds of birds, and soak in the serene atmosphere. You can also go snorkelling to admire the beautiful corals and marine life that the mangroves are home to.
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