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Classic Florida Family Road Trip

Drive from the wonderland of Orlando to the beachside metropolis of Miami

Say hello to Mickey and the thrilling theme parks of Orlando, spending as long as you like in this incredible fantasyland before hitting the road with the family and heading south to Miami. Here, you can slow your pace, unwind on the beaches, and indulge in some excellent dining. Then, you can drop off your hire car and fly home directly from Miami.

Self drive

Itinerary overview

Days 1-7

You’ll start your trip in Orlando, poised to take on the incredible theme parks. If it’s your fir...

Days 8-10

The 240-mile drive from Orlando to Miami will take around four hours without stopping. Make a day...

Extend your holiday

Miami is the largest and busiest cruise ports in the USA, with ships leaving for the islands of t...

Days 1-7

Orlando

You’ll start your trip in Orlando, poised to take on the incredible theme parks. If it’s your first visit, you’ll probably want at least a week, maybe more, to experience the best of what’s on offer at a reasonable pace. Remember, there are four parks and two waterparks comprising Walt Disney World (in an area the size of Manchester), and Universal Orlando Resort currently features two parks and a waterpark. The attractions in the parks will dazzle you. One moment, you’ll be on a Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge® adventure in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, then flying over Pandora from Avatar on the Flight of Passage in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, then meeting Mickey Mouse in the Magic Kingdom, or immersed in a chase through time with the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT.

Kennedy Space Centre
Orlando

From the Orlando, travel eastwards to Port Canaveral which is home to NASA's John F. Kennedy Space Center. This is an immersive, interactive and informative wonderland which takes you on a metaphorical journey into the universe, learning about past, present and future of space exploration. Highlights include (but are definitely not limited to) a Peanuts themed theatre show, the Apollo Treasures Gallery and the Space Shuttle Atlantis.

Enhance your experience by booking the Explore Tour, a behind-the-scenes adventure that takes you to various points of the spaceport, such as the Vehicle Assembly Building and the NASA Press Site, for once-in-a-lifetime photo opportunities. The tour route depends on the operational programme of the centre.

• Full day experience
• Operates year-round

Good to know 
Bookable with or without transfers; transfers run from various meeting points in International Drive, Kissimmee, Universal Orlando Resort, Lake Buena Vista and Walt Disney World.

Fun Spot America Theme Parks
Kissimmee

Up for some good old fashioned fun? Look no further that Kissimmee's theme park blast from the past, Fun Spot America Theme Park. This is proper old school Americana - think family fun fuelled by oh-so-bad but oh-so-good hot dogs, slices and soda. The rides may be less innovative than those at the poster-child theme parks but they're no less thrilling.

Have a go on the high-flying Headrush 360, throw your hands in the air like you just don't care on the Galaxy Spin coaster, or get competitive on the go karts and bumper cars. This is the perfect place to pair with an afternoon exploring Old Town Kissimmee when you are taking a day out from the main parks.

There are a selection of ticket options available including the Sampler which includes four rides, two drinks (draft beer or wine) or unlimited soft drinks. Chat to us for more details.

7-Day Magic Ticket
Orlando

Seven days of access to Disney’s theme parks across 15 days. Parks include Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon or Disney’s Blizzard Beach (whichever of the two water parks is open). A Disney Magic Ticket is also a Park Hopper ticket, which allows you to visit multiple theme parks and water parks on the same day. Children under three don’t need a ticket.

Magic Tickets include entry to Disney’s Oak Trail Golf Course and one round of mini golf at Disney’s Winter Summerland or Disney’s Fantasia Gardens daily.

An extra benefit of the Magic Ticket is Memory Maker, where you can download and keep digital copies of all your attraction photos and photographs taken by Disney PhotoPass photographers throughout the parks – perfect for getting professional family photos with everyone in them!

You won’t receive a paper ticket. Instead, your tickets and Walt Disney World arrangements are stored on your My Disney Experience account, which you’ll need to set up. Download the app where you can link and store your tickets. In addition, when you arrive, you can buy an optional MagicBand that you wear on your wrist that links to your My Disney Experience account so you can use it to scan into the parks and your Disney resort room, redeem your Disney Dining Plan (if selected), and make purchases in the parks.

Days 8-10

Miami

The 240-mile drive from Orlando to Miami will take around four hours without stopping. Make a day of the journey – you could even route past the incredible Kennedy Space Centre. Then, take Route 1 down Florida’s east coast and arrive in Miami via Fort Lauderdale. As well as unwinding from your Orlando escapades, you’ll probably want to spend some time splashing about in the pool or trying watersports. When you’re ready for more, head out of the city for an airboat tour of the Everglades or visit the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science.

Miami Guided City Tour
Miami

A thriving hub of art, history and culture, Miami also plays home to some of the USA’s most breathtaking beaches, which is where this guided adventure begins. Embrace the enchantments of the Magic City as you saunter its soft white sands barefoot before swapping the rolling ocean waves for a wander around the array of art deco buildings. Observe age-old hotels and establishments from times gone by before reentering the modern era to spectate the stunning skyscrapers that tower the vibrant city streets. You’ll also pay a visit to the lush enclave of Coconut Grove, as well as the city’s luscious green parks, The Kampong and the Barnacle Historic State Park. The next two stops on our itinerary explore Miami’s Spanish speaking community, where you’ll learn all there is to know about the city's Latin artists. The day will draw to a stylish close at Bayside Marketplace, where you’re free to shop til you drop or savour a thirst-quenching sip overlooking beautiful Biscayne Bay.

• Duration: Full day
• Departures vary, please enquire
• Operates year-round
• Group experience

Good to know
Days and timings are available upon request. Refreshments are not included but can be purchased on the day.

National Basketball Association (NBA) Tickets
Miami

If you are travelling to the United States or Canada between October and June, you may wish to include tickets to see a National Basketball Association (NBA) game. Subject to availability, we can arrange tickets so you can witness the speed of the game as the players power across the court to shoot at the hoop. As each quarter unfolds, the atmosphere being part of the crowd can be electrifying.

Extend your holiday

Add a cruise

Miami is the largest and busiest cruise ports in the USA, with ships leaving for the islands of the Caribbean, the shores of South America and beyond. It's easy to add a voyage to the end of your self-drive; a couple of our cruise partners that feature round-trips from here (or 30 miles up the I-95 in Fort Lauderdale) include luxe line Celebrity Cruises, and Royal Caribbean International with its facility packed ships that are a real favourite with families.

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