Cosmos Arrow 2008: North America Vacations Arrow 2008: HIGHLIGHTS OF SUNNY FLORIDA WITH ORLANDO EXTENSION (8405)
2008: HIGHLIGHTS OF SUNNY FLORIDA WITH ORLANDO EXTENSION (8405)
12 days from Orlando to Orlando
Join us on this 12-day trip around Florida, from west to east coasts. Begin in Orlando, the "capital" of Disney's entertainment parks, and travel north to Augustine, situated on the Atlantic Coast. Next, enjoy a NASA tour at Cape Canaveral and overnight in Cocoa Beach. Turn south and visit Hollywood and Miami Beach before crossing 42 bridges to Key West, only 90 miles from Cuba. Be on the lookout for sunbathing alligators as you cross the Everglades to Naples. Travel along the Gulf Coast with stops in Naples, Sarasota, St. Pete, and Tampa before your trip concludes in Orlando with an extended stay. The sunshine state awaits.

HOTELS
Twin-bedded rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, service charges, and tips for baggage handling. Listed hotels or equivalent.

ORLANDO Courtyard Lake Buena Vista (MF); COCOA BEACH Days Inn (ST);
HOLLYWOOD BEACH Ramada Hollwood Beach (MF); KEY WEST Inn at Key West (ST); NAPLES Quality Inn & Suites (F); ST. PETE BEACH Dolphin Beach Resort (ST)
Call (203) 238-1251 for more information or to book today! Mention code 7275446
Tour OperatorCosmos
Duration
12 Days
Escorted
Escorted - Yes
Itinerary
DayDestinationDescription
Day 1OrlandoEnjoy some time at leisure to relax or do some independent exploring. Your Tour Director is on hand this evening to answer any questions.
Day 2ORLANDO-ST AUGUSTINE-COCOA BEACHThis morning, head to picturesque St. Augustine, the oldest European city in the United States, founded by Juan Ponce de Leon in his search for the legendary Fountain of Youth. You'll visit the OLDEST HOUSE in the U.S. and the 17th-century CASTILLO DE SAN MARCOS NATIONAL MONUMENT-the oldest masonry fort in the United States. End the day with a walk on sandy Cocoa Beach.
Day 3COCOA BEACH-CAPE CANAVERAL-HOLLYWOOD BEACHCape Canaveral and the KENNEDY SPACE CENTER are the hub of America's space operations. Enjoy a NASA tour, which provides insight into the achievements of America's space program. After your tour, head south to Hollywood Beach, where you will stay for the next two nights.
Day 4HOLLYWOOD BEACH MIAMI BEACH EXCURSIONThis morning, join our included excursion to Miami Beach with its colorful art deco buildings, and stop at Miami's lively Bayside Market. Afterward, return to Hollywood Beach. Since the rest of the day is at leisure, enjoy the Florida sun while relaxing by your hotel pool.
Day 5HOLLYWOOD BEACH-KEY LARGO-KEY WESTThis morning, it's south to the Overseas Highway, crossing 42 bridges through the Florida Keys to picturesque Key West, the southernmost town in the continental U.S. Our suggestion for this evening: visit Mallory Square to view the spectacular sunset and then stroll along Duval Street with its colorful cafes.
Day 6Key WestOn this morning's optional sightseeing tour, sit back and relax on the open-air trolley and view some of Key West's most famous sights, including Ernest Hemingway's home; Fort Zachary; Southernmost Point, situated less that 90 miles north of Cuba; and the Audubon House and Gardens. Spend the afternoon beachcombing or visit the many boutiques and museums. Be sure to sample the delicious Caribbean cuisine for which this semitropical paradise is so famous.
Day 7KEY WEST-EVERGLADES-NAPLESHead back to the mainland to the subtropical wilderness of the EVERGLADES. Board your airboat for a thrilling sightseeing ride through the extensive swamplands. Sleepy alligators basking on the banks of the waterways are a common sight. Overnight in Naples.
Day 8NAPLES-ST PETE BEACHBefore leaving Naples, visit famous inventor THOMAS EDISON'S WINTER HOME AND LABORATORY. Then, step through the always-open "Friendship Gate" to visit HENRY FORD'S WINTER HOME. Don't miss the enormous banyan tree in the garden. Tonight, your Tour Director suggests an optional dinner cruise.
Day 9ST PETE BEACHA full day to relax at your seaside hotel in a resort city that offers a fine selection of warm-weather activities. Your Tour Director will have suggestions on the best places to shop and dine.
Day 10ST PETE BEACH-ORLANDOThis morning, head to the Orlando. Check into your Orlando hotel, the Courtyard Lake Buena Vista.
Day 11OrlandoRelax and explore the many sights in the Orlando area. With so many attractions to choose from, Cosmos has put together a varied and exciting selection of optional outings. Excursions are available to Disney's huge entertainment parks, including Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Epcot, or MGM Studios. Also on the list are SeaWorld (America's biggest marine life park), and fabulous Universal Studios. Your Local Host will help with suggestions and reservations as well as offer advice on the best places to shop and eat.
Day 12OrlandoThe trip ends today with guests departing on individual schedules. Transfers are provided to Orlando International Airport.
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Prices are for all land arrangements. Cosmos may be able to provide you with flight arrangements.

Single Room Supplement:
$858.

Triple Room reduction per person:
$112.

Additional accommodations before or after your tour may be available.

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Additional Information:
-Departure/arrival taxes and fares from other cities will be advised at the time of booking.
-2008, 2009 & 2010 vacation itineraries and prices are subject to change.

Guaranteed Air-Inclusive Price:
Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th fee up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure and other government imposed fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. Please see the Applicable Airfare Taxes and Fee link above for more information.

Air booked in conjunction with a land vacation is considered an air-inclusive vacation. Air can only be booked by Globus in conjunction with a land package and is only available for passengers traveling from the United States. For vacation departures in 2008, your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your air schedule had been confirmed and your entire vacation package has been paid in full. For vacation departures in 2009, an additional $250 non-refundable deposit (total $500 non-refundable) is required for air booked in conjunction with any land vacation and your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your flight information is confirmed and Globus has received your full land and air deposit.

Not Included in the Vacation Price:
Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; International Air Transportation tax; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; airport taxes and fees including the September 11th Security fee up to $10 per person, Passenger facility charges up to $18 per person, Federal domestic flight segment fees up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure, and other government imposed fees up to $300 per person; port taxes; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted Globus menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); optional excursions; airport transfers on non-qualifying flights; porterage at airports and train stations; Travel Protection premiums; all airline imposed baggage fees (including internal flights); and all other items of a personal nature.
  

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