Central Florida: Coast to Coast

DAY 1: WELCOME TO SUNNY FLORIDA!

Arrive in Orlando for dinner and an overnight stay. D

DAY 2: ALLIGATOR SIGHTING/BOK TOWER GARDENS/FLORIDA’S NATURAL GROVE HOUSE

Begin your day with an exhilarating airboat ride on Lake Tohopekaliga, where you’ll search for the great Florida alligator in its natural habitat. Then, immerse yourself in the beauty of Bok Tower Gardens, home to a stunning 205-foot singing tower adorned with a 60-bell carillon. Next, we’ll discover the journey of Florida’s iconic oranges from crate to carton, and even sample some sweet juices, at Florida’s Natural Grove House. Then it’s on to Davidson of Dundee, a beloved family-owned factory crafting delectable candies and jellies from citrus juice since the 1960s. B, L, D

DAY 3: EL RELOJ CIGAR FACTORY/CHIHULY GLASS

Today, immerse yourself in the vibrant Cuban culture of Tampa at El Reloj, America’s oldest family-owned premium cigar maker. Take a tour of Tampa’s last operating cigar factory, where you’ll witness the craft of cigar-making, both by machine and by hand. After the tour, we’ll enjoy a meal at Columbia, a Spanish restaurant that has been serving up delicious cuisine since 1905. Next, we’ll travel to St. Petersburg to explore the world of Chihuly glass. Discover the intricate artistry behind his work, with a live glass-blowing demonstration showcasing the mastery of the craft. B, L

DAY 4: CLEARWATER MARINE AQUARIUM/TARPON SPRINGS

Start your day by enjoying the picturesque views of Clearwater Bay and the Gulf of Mexico during a relaxing morning spent at your resort. Later, we’ll visit the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, an institution dedicated to its mission of rescue, rehabilitation, and release for over 50 years. Together we’ll encounter dolphins, sea turtles, otters, pelicans, and more. Over in Tarpon Springs, we’ll explore the World-Famous Sponge Docks, an active working waterfront since the 1800s. On our tour, you’ll discover the rich Greek culture of the area, learn about the dangers of sponge diving, gain insights into the evolution of this industry, and partake in a traditional Greek meal. Opa! B, L, D

DAY 5: THE MANATEE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD

This morning we’ll journey to Crystal River to encounter Florida’s beloved gentle giant, the manatee! Hop aboard our private manatee viewing cruise as we explore the waters of Kings Bay Refuge, led by our expert Master Captain. Have your cameras ready for the chance to capture the diverse array of Florida wildlife, including the 1,000+ “sea cows” who migrate here during the winter months and have earned Crystal River the title of “The Manatee Capital of the World.” Later today, we’ll venture across the state to the historic city of St. Augustine and enjoy a group dinner to cap off the day. B, L, D

DAY 6: ST. AUGUSTINE/DAYTONA

Spend this morning exploring St. Augustine with a hop-on hop-off trolley that lets you explore as you like. This afternoon, we’ll head to Daytona, where we’ll step into the adrenaline-charged world of NASCAR at the iconic Daytona International Speedway. Here, we’ll tour the speedway’s legendary infield, featuring its 31-degree high banks and behind-the-scenes access to the NASCAR garages at this revered “World Center of Racing.” Tonight, enjoy dinner on the shores of “The World’s Most Famous Beach,” as we soak in panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. B, D

DAY 7: A JOURNEY TO THE STARS/RETURN HOME

Our journey to Florida is not complete without a visit to the renowned Kennedy Space Center. Here, you’ll delve into the history and groundbreaking innovations of NASA. Wander at your leisure among towering rockets from NASA’s Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo programs. Experience the excitement of the space race as you witness the historic launch of Apollo 8 from the firing room and relive the final few minutes leading up to the first words ever spoken from the surface of the Moon, “…the Eagle has landed.” After our time of space exploration, say goodbye to sunny Florida and return home. B

Quality Accommodations
Night 1: Hyatt House Orlando Airport, Orlando
Night 2: Courtyard by Marriott, Winter Haven
Night 3: Clearwater Beach Marriott Suites on Sand Key, Clearwater
Night 4: Hampton Inn & Suites, Tarpon Springs
Night 5: Hampton Inn and Suites St. Augustine Vilano Beach, St. Augustine
Night 6: Hampton Inn by Hilton Daytona/Ormond Beach, Daytona

Departure Cities:

• St. Louis
• Kansas City

Dates:

• Depart: November 9, 2025
• Return: November 15, 2025

Price Per Person:

• Double: $2,999
• Triple/Quad: $2,779
• Single: $3,499

*Price includes roundtrip airfare from STL/MCI (call for other gateways)

Walking Distance
Moderate walking is required to fully enjoy this tour. Some walking will also be on uneven paths. While walking canes are allowed, we are unable to accommodate travelers using other mobility devices, including walkers and wheelchairs.

Average Temps
High of 75°, low of 57°

Time Zone
Eastern

Hotel Amenities
Each hotel has a hair dryer, iron, ironing boards, swimming pool and Wi-Fi.

Other General Information
We will send 3 key communications for your tour; “Get Ready” is your email confirmation and initial tour information sent upon registration, “Get Set” email will be sent about two months before departure, “Go” trip documentation mailing is sent via USPS 3-4 weeks before departure and will include your daily itinerary, luggage tags and final departure information.

Travel Protection is optional and highly recommended and can be purchased until the day before departure. We offer Travel Guard from AIG, which costs 8.5% of your tour, information about which will be sent with your Get Ready email.

Unless otherwise noted, your Sunrise Tour includes: Professional Sunrise Tour Director, meals as indicated, local step on guides including gratuity (international tour guide gratuity inclusion vary by tour), deluxe motorcoach transportation w/rest room, admission to activities and events as indicated, airfare from designated airports, transportation to/from designated airports from our convenient local pickup points*, luggage handling at hotels when available

We believe tipping is a personal and discretionary interaction between our guests and our staff. A typical gratuity for your Sunrise Tour Director and motorcoach driver may be $5-$7per person, per day on tour. Sunrise Shuttle drivers appreciate gratuities (suggest $5 per person) for excellent service as well. Our staff will not solicit gratuities or pass out envelopes.

We are happy to offer refreshments on most motorcoach travel days on tour. We recommend you bring a refillable water bottle to maintain healthy hydration.

If less than 4 people request a pickup point, we may ask that you choose another pickup point from which to join your Sunrise Tour.

If you would like to join a tour from a city not listed as a departure point, we would love to have you along! Please discuss arrangements with our friendly reservation team. From a departure city not listed, typical airfare will be +$100 higher than our published fare for domestic tours, and +$200 for international tours.

If you have a TSA precheck or Airline Rewards numbers, you MUST give those numbers to our reservations team at least 60 days before departure, otherwise they may not be applied.

Preferred seating may not be available on group air. In some cases, seats are not assigned until the airport. Your tour fare includes an economy seat on the flight; it does not include seat selection. Seat upgrades may be available at an additional cost.

To help make our tours the most comfortable in the business, we limit Sunrise Tours motorcoaches to 80% capacity, or 44 passengers on a coach built for 55. We reserve the right to amend this practice.

Your Tour Director will rotate seats on the motorcoach each day of your tour. A single fare does not guarantee two seats on the coach; you may be seated next to another friendly Sunrise Tours guest.

Terms and Conditions
Please refer to our policies HERE for more information on our terms and conditions.