Ride the scenic Overseas Highway all the way to the island of Key West on a1-day tour of the Florida Keys with an exciting Cool Key West Miami to Key West Day Trip.
Highlights
Complementary pickup from most major Miami Beach and Downtown Miami hotels
Safe, luxurious round-trip transportation from Miami
Amazing sightseeing along the Overseas Highway
Professionally-narrated tour of the Florida Keys
Tropical fun and excitement in unique Key West
Description
This great Cool Key West Miami to Key West Day Trip will be the highlight of any visit to the Miami or Fort Lauderdale area. Don’t pass up the chance to explore the Florida Keys and take in the sights and sounds of colorful Key West, America’s Caribbean Island paradise. Pack a lot of fun into one convenient day trip as you experience the incredible Overseas Highway and the Lower Florida Keys then shop, dine, party and play the afternoon away in exciting, eccentric Key West.
Relax and watch the scenery go by from the smooth-riding safety and air-conditioned comfort of a luxury touring coach with an experienced professional at the wheel. It’s the ultimate way to experience one of America’s most renowned road trips, and you can arrive in Key West rested and ready to enjoy the island then return to Miami in the evening refreshed. It’s the easiest, most economical way to make a Key West side trip from Miami, and the world-class views from the Overseas Highway are priceless.
Plan an early departure point check in with complementary pickup service from any hotel in Miami Beach, or Downtown Miami. Be sure to pack your favorite travel accessories – camera, smart phone, tablet, reading material – as well as a swim suit, towel, and sunblock if you plan to get some beach time or enjoy watersports. After check in, you can board the modern touring coach and settle into a soft, comfortable seat for a 7:45am departure on the interesting 4-hour cruise down the entire length of the Florida Keys.
Catch the ever-changing views as the coach heads south through the Miami suburbs and cuts across the Southern Everglades on U.S. Highway 1. Soon, blue water appears on both sides of the coach and you enter a different world as you cross onto Key Largo and begin traveling down the famous Overseas Highway.
The coach threads its way down the Keys along a series of narrow islands with the waters of the Straits of Florida and the Gulf of Mexico nearly always in sight. The Overseas Highway crosses open water on 43 bridges, but nothing compares to climbing from the western tip of Marathon Key onto one of the most dramatic crossings in the world – the incredible Seven Mile Bridge.
Millions have been amazed by it in many television shows and action movies like the Fast and Furious series, but nothing compares to experiencing the Seven Mile Bridge in person. You get an awesome feeling of flight as miles of emerald blue water pass below and the coach swoops smoothly towards a return to land at the bridge’s Little Duck Key off ramp. The road continues west through the small villages and lush foliage of the Lower Keys, and you can listen to the narrated tour to get a feel of old Florida, when small fishing camps, farming operations, and the natural world of blue water, white sand and tropical wilderness were primary themes of life in the Keys.
Time flies on this scenic expedition, and soon you arrive in the tiny island city of Key West. Get ready to explore the historic harbor town where a distinct Caribbean atmosphere gives visitors the feeling of being somewhere beyond the borders of America. Dining, shopping, bar crawls, and many famous attractions and historic landmarks will keep you busy all afternoon long. Be sure to visit the Southernmost Point, most photographed spot on the island, and take a walk around legendary Mallory Square.
You can upgrade your Miami to Key West Day Trip to include a tour on the Key West Trolley. If the water is calling, reserve a snorkeling trip, parasailing flight, glass-bottom boat tour, or some jet skiing. Cool Key West makes it fast and easy to complete all your arrangements through our 100% secure online booking system. Book your Key West day tour now and cast off for the islands!
Schedule
Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including address, Google map, and parking information - will be included in your final confirmation email.
Duration: 6 Hours in Key West
Check-in time: Must be there by 7:15 am to check-in, boarding time will be at 7:40 am.
What's Included
Round trip transportation from Miami
6 hours in Key West
Narrated tour of the Florida Keys
Pick Up and Drop Off at most Miami hotels
What To Bring
Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
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Hotel Pickup
Hotel pick-up is offered for this tour. Note: if you are booking within 24 hours of the tour/activity departure time, we cannot guarantee hotel pick-up. Once your purchase is complete, we will send you complete contact information (phone number, email address, etc.) for our local operator to organize pick-up arrangements.
Additional Info
Likely To Sell Out
Spaces are extremely limited this time of year so book early to ensure the date you want.
Voucher Confirmation Info
This tour accepts both printed and electronic vouchers (e-vouchers). You can either print the voucher and present a paper copy on the day of travel. Or, if you travel with a mobile device, simply show your Photo ID and present your voucher on your Smartphone or tablet on the day of travel.
Local Operator Information
Complete operator information, including local telephone number, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given to customers' questions.
Will you take me back to my hotel after the tour?
Yes, after the tour, we will return you back to the hotel that we picked you up from. Cool Key West offers complimentary drop-off service to all hotels in Miami Beach and Downtown Miami.
Will you pick me up from my hotel?
Yes. Free pick-up is available from all hotels in South Beach, Miami Beach, and Downtown Miami.
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Miami to Key West Day Trip will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Key West. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Where can I park my car?
If required, parking instructions for the Miami to Key West Day Trip will be included in your confirmation email.
What is the weather cancellation policy?
If the Miami to Key West Day Trip must be canceled due to bad weather, and you cannot go on another day or time, you will be issued a refund by Cool Key West.
What is there to see in Key West?
You’ll have approximately 6 hours to explore Key West. Famous for its history, this tropical island is home to famous landmarks such as the Southernmost Point in the United States, Mel Fisher’s Treasure Hunting Museum, Ernest Hemingway’s House with the 6-toed cats, Fort Zachary Taylor, and a spooky above ground cemetery just to name a few. There’s also fun water activities, like snorkeling, a glass bottom boat ride, jet ski tours, and parasailing.
What happens if only my activity in Key West is cancelled?
On occasion, the activities in Key West will be canceled for bad weather. In those cases, you will be given a refund for the canceled part of your trip. Those refunds are as follows:
If Glass Bottom Boat Cruise is canceled due to weather you will be issued a $29 refund.
If Snorkeling Trip is canceled due to weather you will be issued a $29 refund.
If Parasailing is canceled due to weather you will be issued a $39 refund.
If Trolley is canceled due to weather you will be issued a $25 refund.
What are some good items to bring on the drive to Key West?
Here are some good things to bring to keep you comfortable on the trip: a smartphone, tablet computer, MP3 player, books, magazines, camera, snacks, sleeping shades, and a travel pillow.
How much free time do we have in Key West?
You’ll have approximately 6 hours to explore Key West at your leisure.
How long does it take to drive to Key West?
The road trip takes about 4 hours. Driving the Overseas Highway is a one-of-a-kind experience. You will see some of the most spectacular scenery in the State. You will literally be driving right over the ocean and across a thin chain of islands and bridges, including the famous 7-Mile Bridge. These bridges connect 34 islands that make up the Florida Keys.
How do people dress in Key West?
Key West is super casual. A sundress for ladies and khaki shorts for the gets is as dressed up as anyone usually gets.
Do we stop on the way to Key West?
It depends. If passengers wish to take a break, we will stop at the McDonalds in Tavernier at approximately 9:00 AM. There is also a convince store and a grocery store in the same vicinity.
Can I bring luggage on the bus?
Yes, you may bring one piece of luggage and one carry on bag, per person.
Are there beaches in Key West?
There are several beaches in Key West, with the most popular being located at Fort Zachary Taylor State Park. Key West is a great watersports destination, so bring a bathing suit and sunscreen, if you plan to get wet.
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