Itinerary
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Day 1
Miami Upon confirmation of your trip, you will be sent a package with details of your trip. You will be provided with a pre-departure package which will include all necessary information that you will need for your trip including materials such as vouchers, maps, train tickets (if relevant) etc. Enjoy a meet and greet at the airport with a private driver and car and be taken to your hotel in Miami. Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Located in the heart of the Art Deco District on famous Ocean Drive and adjacent to Casa Casuarina, the Hotel Victor (4*) was formerly the Versace Mansion. The hotel offers an abundance of natural beauty including access to the area's most beautiful white sand beaches. With only 88 guestrooms, care has been taken to ensure that each will feel like a sumptuous retreat. While style is key, guests' comfort and enjoyment is paramount, with indulgence favored over austerity. The hotel has an onsite spa - Spa V with its signature Hamam treatment and Vichy treatment and has 6,000 sq ft of space, including a fully equipped gym. There is also a heated outdoor infinity edge pool overlooking Ocean Drive. Miami is the southernmost of Florida's major cities. A very Latin city with a large Spanish speaking population, the city ranges from spectacular wealth to tough neighbourhoods. The neighbourhood of South Beach is the most popular tourist destination, with its warm sandy beaches, shops and cafes. There are many large malls for shopping, great golf courses, and a selection of museums and sporting events. Nearby Everglades and Fort Lauderdale are both popular sights. The Port of Miami is also the starting point for many Caribbean cruises.
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Day 2
Miami The best way to understand and appreciate the buildings of the Art Deco District is to view them at close-range. Enjoy an hour and a half private guided walking tour introducing you to the Art Deco, Mediterranean Revival, and Miami Modern (MiMo) styles found within the Miami Beach Architectural Historic District. Explore hotels, restaurants, and other commercial structures with a visit to a number of interiors. The tour is typically conducted by local historians, architects, and trained guides, so you can be sure that you are in good hands! If you prefer to learn about the history of Miami, consider the Lincoln walking tour. Alternatively, The Collins walking tour covers Collins Avenue that epitomizes the glamour of the 1940s. Please speak to your Kensington Tours Sales Advisor if you prefer one of these latter tours. Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Enjoy a great day in the great outdoors, on a private tour starting with a relaxing guided bike tour and finishing with an amazing two hour Kayak tour. Don’t forget to bring your bathing suit and a camera! (Price includes a bike for the day and the kayak tour).
Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Overnight at Hotel Victor (4*).
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 Miami Art Deco buildings |
 Miami: South Beach |
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Day 3
Miami There are lots to see and do in Miami. Consider a half day shared trip to the Everglades and see all kinds of wildlife such as: alligators, turtles, snakes, fish and exotic birds as you take an airboat ride deep into the Everglades National Park, or a how about a behind the scenes guided tour of magnificent Art in Public Places installations created by renowned artists in Miami as you visit theatres and see star´s dressing rooms, private meeting rooms and lounges not open to the public. Alternatively, consider a cruise along Miami's Biscayne Bay in a lovely two level yacht, and see the luxurious homes of the rich and famous. If you are feeling adventurous, why not consider stand up paddle surfing to explore the Biscayne bay? Please speak to your Kensington Tours Sales Advisor if any of these tour options are of interest. Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Overnight at Hotel Victor (4*).
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Day 4
Key West Enjoy the freedom of the road with a car rental for the day. Enjoy the coastal views as you make your way from Miami to Key West. Travel 113 miles of roadway and cross 42 bridges to travel from Miami to the southernmost point in Key West. The highway trip can be done in less than four hours from Miami. However, you should allow time to experience the natural beauty of the ever-changing scenery of the seas and wilderness bordering the roadway. Sunrise and sunset are particularly beautiful times of the day to be on the road. Stop off en route and stretch your legs on The Heritage Trail - a paved recreational path along old Flagler railroad bridges and the Florida Department of Transportation right-of-way that features crossways between bay side and ocean side. Consider spending some time at the Everglade national Park where you can do an airboat tour and see all kinds of wildlife such as: alligators, turtles, snakes, fish and exotic birds. Continue southwards to Key West - your destination for the night. Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Located in Key West’s popular Old Town district, and along the waterfront the Hyatt Key West Resort & Spa (4*) faces sunsets on the Gulf of Mexico, a block off Duval Street and two blocks from Mallory Square. The Hyatt Key West Resort and Spa offers 120 guestrooms in three pastel-colored, four-story buildings. All rooms include private balconies furnished with two chairs and a cocktail table. Views are of the Gulf of Mexico or Key West. Decor features pale-wood wainscoting with matching furniture, cream-colored walls, pastel prints, and green-and-gold fabrics, including carpets. Guests can parasail, snorkel, and Jet Ski from two piers; sunset cruises are available on a 60-foot sailboat. Comfortable rooms with upholstered reading chairs have balconies with views of the Gulf, Key West, or the hotel courtyard. Cream-colored walls highlight fabrics of green and gold. Key West is the southernmost island of the Florida Keys, is the southernmost city in continental United States and enjoys a mild, tropical climate. It is a great place for families and couples alike as there is plenty to during the day, and a very lively nightlife. The old town is compact and easily explored on foot. There are a wide range of ocean activities from swimming to deep sea fishing, dolphin encounters, marine parks, and much more.
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 Hyatt Key West Resort & Spa |
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Day 5
Key West Discover the world of wild dolphins in Key West on a private boat excursion where you will have the possibility of swimming with these mythical creatures. Learn about the scientific, healing and spiritual aspects of dolphins. Enjoy swimming and snorkeling shallow reefs, small shipwrecks and sponge gardens teeming with marine life, explore the backcountry mangrove island habitats and uninhabited beaches. And finally, enjoy a picnic lunch on board as you listen to the sounds of nature all around. Enjoy lunch (included in tour price). Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Overnight at Hyatt Key West Resort & Spa (4*).
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Day 6
Fort Myers Take the ferry from Key West to Fort Myers. Duration is approximately 3.5 hours. The ferry is a sleek, clean, modern, air-conditioned high-speed ferry and features sundecks, snack bar, cocktails, and big-screen TVs. Key West is a veritable playground for the outdoors! Consider spending the day doing any of the following optional activities; Parasailing - an exciting way to get a bird's-eye view of the Keys & back country (solo and tandem flights available), Another option is snorkeling. The Key West coral reefs are part of the world's third largest reef system and are located in shallow water – about 30 feet. The seas at the reef are typically calm, crystal clear, and warm. While snorkeling Key West reefs, you will see a fascinating world of colorful fish and coral reef structure – even from the surface. Snorkeling requires only a mask, snorkel, fins and a safety vest, all provided by the boat. Choose from one of the following boat trips: catamaran, traditional sailboat or a private snorkel charter. Scuba diving is the perfect choice for those wanting to go beyond snorkeling but not quite comfortable with the idea of diving - the activity involves snorkeling while you breathe though air tanks on the surface. Consider a full and active day taking in snorkeling the coral reef, sailing, parasailing, jet skis, kayaks and big water toys with breakfast and lunch & beverages. For the more adventurous and experienced, scuba diving is an exciting way to see the waters of Key West. One of the most popular diving spots off Key West is Sand Key where, in 15 to 25 feet of water, you will see rock fingers, elkhorn and staghorn coral, sea turtles, rays and hundreds of varieties of tropical fish. At the nearby Western Dry Rocks, you will be able to dive deeper and see the Aquanaut, a tug sunk in 75 feet of water. Please note: Scuba diving requires certification from an approved facility. Trips are three to four hours in duration and offer you the choice of a two-tank two-reef dive, a double wreck dive or a combo wreck/reef dive. Please speak to your Kensington Tours Sales Advisor if you are interested in any of these optional tours.
Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Transfer using a local taxi (available and economical). Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). At Marriott’s Sanibel Harbor Resort & Spa, you will discover a serene waterscape overlooking Sanibel and Captiva Islands on Florida’s southwest Gulf Coast. You will be surrounded by a beautiful haven of gracious hospitality and relaxed luxury with world-class resort amenities embraced by 85 acres of lush gardens. Located in Lee County along Southwest Florida's Gulf coast, Fort Myers has been nicknamed the "City of Palms" for its palm-lined streets. The major attractions are the homes of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford along McGregor Boulevard, which are separated by a fence called "The Friendship Gate." The annual Edison Festival of Light Pageant celebrates the inventor's contributions to the city. For beach-goers, Fort Myers' beaches have a laid-back feel and act as a gateway to several islands, including Sanibel and Captiva Islands. The beach area is popular for the busy intersection of San Carlos Boulevard and Estero Boulevard, where you will have no problem finding hotels, beach apparel, as well as bars and restaurants.
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 Fort Myers |
 Snorkeling |
 Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa |
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Day 7
Fort Myers Transfer using a local taxi (available and economical). Kensington Tours donates a portion of proceeds to our charitable initiative www.kensingtoncares.com which supports education-based initiatives in disadvantaged communities. Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary.
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Trip Includes
Guaranteed departure – Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services
Trip Excludes
Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance
Trip Terms & Conditions
- Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $250). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure. We accept payment via credit card, certified check, wire transfer or money order.
- Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
- Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
- Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
- Cancellations 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund less any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise, or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of deposit. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to 100% of program price.
- Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.kensingtontours.com/terms-and-conditions
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