The Complete Coastal Escape.
This itinerary explores the stunning coastline of Southern Florida starting right with a night in Miami, then on to the Florida Keys and Everglades before finishing with time to relax in the Gulf of Mexico.
DAY 1
Depart the UK for your flight to Miami. On arrival collect your hire car from the depot located at the airport.
Enjoy the rest of your day at your leisure to enjoy Miami, visit vibrant South Beach know for neon-clad architecture, legendary nightlife, and balmy beaches.
Check in at your hotel The Setai.
DAY 2
Take a helicopter flight from Opa/Locka airport where you will take in the sights of Upper Miami - the Sun LIfe Stadium, Aventura, and Gulfstream Park.
Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your leisure, explore Coconut Grove or Bayside Market place in the downtown Miami area.
DAY 3
Travel south to the tip of Florida: Key West, known for its coral reefs a great place for snorkeling and diving.
Take a Key West sunset cruise without the crowds on a catamaran. See the first stars appear above the ocean whilst sipping on a chilled glass of champagne.
Check-in at your hotel La Mer and Dewey House
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DAY 4
Take a day trip to Dry Tortugas National park situated 70 west off Key West.
Made up of seven small Islands. It is one of the worlds most eco-attractions. Its crown jewel, the historic Fort Jefferson was once used as a prison in the Civil War. The park offers some of the best snorkeling and skin diving in North America you will see an abundance of colourful fish and coral.
DAY 5
Drive Northwards to Islamorada. a village which encompasses 6 of the Florida Keys.
Take a guided tour of the Theatre of the Sea, here you will encounter Dolphins, Turtles, Sharks, and Stingrays.
Check-in at The Islander Resort.
DAY 6
Head inland for a private Airboat Tour of the grasslands and Everglades. You will experience wildlife in its natural habitat, Alligators, rare birds, and the beautiful flora.
Make the short journey to Naples on the West coast. Famous for its white sand beaches, waterfront homes, and upmarket shops and restaurants.
Check in at The Bellasera Hotel.
DAY 7
Take a boat trip to the harbour area where you will be able to observe Manatees, Dolphins and Alligators in their natural environment, then continue on to Ten Thousand Islands where
you will see one of the largest mangrove forests in North America.
DAY 8
Cross the causeway to the beautiful islands of Sanibel and Captiva, 15 miles of unspoiled beaches, 25 miles of bike paths and an abundance of wildlife.
Check in at your hotel The Sanibel Island Beach Resort.
DAY 9
Enjoy the next few days enjoying the beautiful Sanibel and Captiva including JN Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge famed for their seashells with over 200 varieties on their beaches.
DAY 10
Take a trip to the Sanibel Historical Museum and Village and then spend the afternoon at the farmers market.
DAY 11
Try a segway tour of Sanibel and stop in the Clam Shack for a spot of lunch
DAY 12
Travel back to the mainland and on to Clearwater. Take a visit to the Clearwater Aquarium and see "Winter" the world famous dolphin from the film " A Dolphin Tale"
Check in at The Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach
DAY 13
Travel to Tampa where you will board your onward flight.
You can return your car at the car hire depot at the airport.
DAY 14
Arrive in the UK.
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