10 Day Trips from in Florida That You Shouldn't Miss

July 14, 2021 Yuk Petri

Not just for retirees and theme park enthusiasts, the Sunshine State offers beautiful beaches, pristine diving conditions, and sizzling nightlife. Salsa the night away in a smokin’ hot Miami club, or swing away at one of Kissimmee’s many premium golf courses. An airboat tour of the Everglades is an unforgettable adventure – just look out for alligators! For the risk-averse, a lazy day spent on the soft sands of an Emerald Coast beach is as rejuvenating as a spa treatment.
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1. Full Day Everglades: Wet Walk with a Naturalist and Two 1-Hour Boat Trips

Wild Lime Adventures
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This incredible real eco adventure starts with an amazing wet walk led by an experienced naturalist. Here you’ll have the opportunity to see rare orchids, other amazing epiphytes, and incredible wildlife; all under a beautiful canopy of cypress trees few get to see. This wet walk in this amazing ecosystem is a bucket list item that will change your life! Next, take a spectacular guided 1-hour boat tour of the 10,000 Islands in Everglades National Park with a multi-generational boat captain guide. Chance to see pods of dolphins, manatees, saw tooth fish, roseate spoonbills, white pelicans, and more. Visit a historic trading post, and a scenic narrated drive through Big Cypress National Preserve for wildlife viewing and photography. A wonderful local lunch and other eco stops are included. Then wrap up the day with a 1-hour air boat trip way out in the real Everglades; with a stop at a Native tree island village or two where they used to live. Small group and personalized.

Inclusions: National Park fees, Regular water, sparkling water, soda, Snacks, Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off, All necessary gear: walking sticks, binoculars, and more., Sunscreen, Insect repellent (in case needed), National park maps to keep, Wild Lime eco-bottles to keep

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities

Reviewed By Penske2005

Thoroughly enjoyed the half day tour with Ben. After being picked up from our hotel, we drove ~45 minutes out to the Everglades for a nature walk followed by the airboat ride. Ben was very knowledgeable, funny, and accommodating, even providing some snacks and drinks throughout the day. We look forward to booking another tour with Wild Lime when we come back to the area, and would definitely recommend to friends.

2. Private Tour: Experience the Best of the Upper Florida Keys

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Take a personalized tour of the world famous Florida Keys! Travel south through the southern edge of the Everglades to exotic locations in Key Largo, Tavernier, and Islamorada. Being surrounded by the stunning beauty of the Atlantic Ocean AND the Florida Bay is simply breathtaking.  Explore the local ecology and the Florida Keys culture. Try unique and incredibly fresh seafood dishes and world famous Key Lime Pie. Visit the most popular destinations in the upper and middle Keys! This tour allows you to experience what makes the Florida Keys so much fun!

Inclusions: Bottled water, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks (unless specified), Snorkel / Glass bottom boat tour (unless specified), Kayak adventure (unless specified), Gratuities

Reviewed By NancyW891

Awesome jeep rental! Quick response to any questions, and extremely easy pick up and return of vehicle. So much better than doing a rental car and the jeep was super fun to drive with the top off! I would highly recommend and I would definitely rent a jeep again from this company!

3. Private Tour of Florida Keys from Key West: 7-Mile Bridge, Beach, and Key Deer

Up The Keys
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Private, exclusive tour of the islands near Key West. The only land-based tour in the Florida Keys, operating from Key West. Small groups of up to 12 travel in a comfortable customized air-conditioned vehicle along the Overseas Highway. Drivers are professional tour guides who share fun and interesting information about the Florida Keys and the islands we traverse. Experience the iconic 7-Mile Bridge, relax on the world-famous Bahia Honda Beach, and photograph endangered Key Deer on Big Pine Key. Children are welcome. This tour is customizable. You'll love this tour so much, you'll book it again next year!

Inclusions: Variety of sandwiches & chips, water & sodas, Entry Fees, Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel Pick-Up

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Reviewed By N7806XTaaronj

The Tour Guide (Rick) was personally, knowable and very informative about Key West. He asked us what were some of our interests and incorporated in the tour. He advised us that we could stop at any point on the tour if we had a need.

4. Real Safari in the Everglades w / pick up airboat, swamp buggy, storytelling

Banana Joe Tours
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Our Everglades Safari Tour is conducted by a real tour guide with over 10 years of Miami experience. Personal contact is very important to us, which is why our tours are offered in small to medium-sized tour groups so that every question can be answered. We look forward to seeing you. Your Banana Joe team

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Tour guide with over 10 years of Miami experience, Airboat, Swamp buggy, Insider knowledge

Exclusions: Pick-Up from Hollywood / Miami Beach / Miami area available at extra cost

Reviewed By 540saschag

We loved our Miami City Tour with Hagen! He showed us Miami from a local point of view!! The tour was very informative and engaging. Highly recommended!!

5. Miami & Florida Everglades Adventure Package

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We specialize in providing a private, high-end tour with amazing sightseeing and very intelligent interpretation. We combine the opportunity to learn and see all things related to the Florida Everglades as well as an in depth view of Miami and its unique facets. Our Jeeps make this tour Tons of Fun as we can easily do it safari style with the top down, or a comfortable ride with air conditioning in a brand new vehicle. Travelers that are looking to pack a lot into one day should consider this tour as it offers the best of both worlds. The Everglades portion is very popular and year after year we have proved that our knowledge of the area results in magnificent sightings of birds, alligators, and various mammal species. We are also the original Jeep tour company in Miami and have been backed by the park service which issues our permits and re-certifies our guides every two years. Once in the city, this tour is simply the best. We are able to showcase the city like no one else.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By NancyW891

Awesome jeep rental! Quick response to any questions, and extremely easy pick up and return of vehicle. So much better than doing a rental car and the jeep was super fun to drive with the top off! I would highly recommend and I would definitely rent a jeep again from this company!

6. VIP Private Everglades Adventure Safari

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Your day tour starts in The Ft. Myers Area and takes you to one of the most beautiful and diverse national parks in The United States. This small group tour, no more than 4 guest. You will have your own tour guide as well as professional photographer. All fees, snacks, water, and transportation are included. You can expect to encounter many animals and see lots of unique plants. Lunch will be midway on the tour at a world famous soft shell crab restaurant. You have the opportunity to add an airboat ride the day of the tour.

Inclusions: Snacks, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes

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Reviewed By Cherie_Gigi_F

This was, by far, the best tour we have ever done. Our guide A.J., quickly became our friend. He is highly educated, fun and goes above and beyond to provide a one of a kind experience. We’re so grateful for the opportunity to spend the day seeing this beautiful place with such a wonderful and genuine person who loves nature and wildlife as much as we do.

7. VIP Private Tampa Historic Tour

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Private guided Day Tour of The city of Tampa. All the Grand highlights of the city. The guide serves as Driver, Tour Guide, and personal photographer. The largest group size is 4 and your booking party only. Enjoy the sunshine and history as told and shown by a Tampa native! The tour will show you all the historic sites. You can take a River taxi one way up The Hillsborough River, and add The Zoo, Aquarium, and or The Art Museum if you like.

Inclusions: Binoculars , Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Private transportation, Snacks, Soda/Pop

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Reviewed By Cherie_Gigi_F

This was, by far, the best tour we have ever done. Our guide A.J., quickly became our friend. He is highly educated, fun and goes above and beyond to provide a one of a kind experience. We’re so grateful for the opportunity to spend the day seeing this beautiful place with such a wonderful and genuine person who loves nature and wildlife as much as we do.

8. Las Vegas to Hollywood Tour

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Skip The Bus & Join Us, Be a star for a day and tour in one of our luxurious 7 passenger vehicles where you will begin with a light breakfast and scenic tour through the beautiful Mojave desert straight to the Pacific ocean. First stop is in Santa Monica where Baywatch was filmed. Then we cruise VIP style making many stops in Beverly Hills & Rodeo Dr. where the stars mansions are & where buses cannot go. Celebrity mansions featured include: Michael Jackson, Brittany Spears, Christina Aguilera, Jennifer Lopez & more. Then see the celebrity hot spots on the famous Sunset strip. Next stop is at the Grauman's Chinese Theater on Hollywood Blvd where you can shop around & explore the famous Walk Of Fame. (Full lunch provided) Then we cruise VIP style through Hollywood Hills to get an up close view of the iconic Hollywood Sign where you will you can take photos & spend time enjoying the view. Finally we will cruise to Warner Bros Studios where movies are made & back to in Vegas by 7pm.

Inclusions: Continental Breakfast / Full lunch and bottled water

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Reviewed By Ambassador794307

From beginning to end our 2 trips with Vegas to Hollywood tours was seemless. The booking process was easy and uncomplicated with email confirmation. We did the Grand Canyon West tour and they arranged a Grand Canyon South tour for us. I would highly recommend both. Our drivers name was L.T. , he was a consumate professional , he arrived early on both trips in a spotless suburban ,treated us like family while doing the covid 19 protocol and off we went. L.T. went the extra mile both days to make sure we got to see the most that we could in a safe and timely manner. If you are looking for a private tour just contact Vegastohollywood tours you can't go wrong. Don't forget to ask for L.T.

9. Clearwater Beach Day Trip from Orlando with Optional Upgrades

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Escape the theme parks and be transported to the white sands and turquoise waters of Clearwater Beach on the Gulf of Mexico. This transportation option gives you plenty of free time to enjoy one of America's highest rated beaches at your leisure. Whether you want to lie back and just relax all day on the beach, or have us set up your lunch or an afternoon activity, it can be done easily. From fast speedboat rides, visits to Winter the Dolphin aquarium, a deep sea fishing boat, a pirate ship boat ride or even a boat ride into the Gulf of Mexico searching for wild dolphins, all of these can be arranged.

Inclusions: Roundtrip transportation from Central Florida to Clearwater Beach, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Lots of free time to relax and enjoy the beach

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless lunch option is selected

Reviewed By gregdynes

The airboat ride was a blast, our boat pilot controlled the boat like a real vet. I had no idea that these boats were so quick and nimble. The zoo was a nice surprise and the facility was well organized and well kept.

10. Everglades Adventure Day Trip from Ft Lauderdale

Everglades Day Safari
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Explore the wilderness of the Everglades on a full day adventure from Ft Lauderdale. With your naturalist guide, take a thrilling airboat tour in Everglades National Park, spot wildlife on a drive through Big Cypress National Preserve, enjoy a nature walk through a towering cypress forest, and relax on a boat cruise along mangrove-lined waters to see manatees, dolphins and osprey. Learn about the Everglades from your guide and have lunch at a waterside restaurant, where you'll get to try some alligator appetizers!

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned 13-passenger van, Pickup and drop-off from select locations (limited to hotel locations listed only), Expert naturalist or biologist guide, 40-minute airboat ride, 1-hour boat cruise, Narrated van tour, Lunch

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Reviewed By Irene N

What a trip! We totally enjoyed our day with Zack our guide. Enjoyed the boat ride through the Everglades and saw many alligators along the way. Zack's extensive knowledge of the fauna/foliage of Florida's Everglades made this trip interesting and fun. Also enjoyed the hike and afternoon boat ride. Lunch that was provided was delicious. Highly recommend this trip with this tour company. You will not regret!

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