Tours to Key West from Miami

[cvpends]

Call us crazy, but we really want to take one of those really long day tours from Miami to Key West before our cruise in June. There are several tours that look about the same, so I'm coming to you for advice. Have any of you taken one or more of these tours, and if so, which one, and would you recommend or not recommend it, and why?

 

http://www.viator.com/tours/Miami/Key-West-Day-Trip/d662-5221KEYWEST

 

http://keywestbustour.com/1-day-from-miami.html

 

http://miamitourcompany.com/key-west-1-day.html

 

Thanks so much!

[cvpends]

Here's another one I found:

http://www.toursales.com/Miami-Tours-1-Day-Key-West-Trip-from-Miami-p/LNAUSMI518KWDAY.htm

[brunello22]

Call us crazy, but we really want to take one of those really long day tours from Miami to Key West before our cruise in June. There are several tours that look about the same, so I'm coming to you for advice. Have any of you taken one or more of these tours, and if so, which one, and would you recommend or not recommend it, and why?

 

http://www.viator.com/tours/Miami/Key-West-Day-Trip/d662-5221KEYWEST

 

http://keywestbustour.com/1-day-from-miami.html

 

http://miamitourcompany.com/key-west-1-day.html

 

Thanks so much!

 

How about just renting a car and doing the drive on your own? The drive to/from the Keys is the best part of the trip. This way you can stop at different spots along the way, at your leisure.

[BlueHerons]

This is the only tour company I trust http://www.MiamiBeach411.com and they do a day trip. You can also go by water.

[cvpends]

This is the only tour company I trust http://www.MiamiBeach411.com and they do a day trip. You can also go by water.

 

Dear BlueHerons,

 

Thank you so much for your response. I have two questions:

 

1) What is the reason you prefer and trust this company?

 

2) Does this company do its own tours, or sell the tours of others?

 

I ask the second question because I notice that the photos are the same for their tour as another tour, so I'm not sure who is selling whose tours. Here are the URL's of the two tours that have the same photos so you can see what I mean.

http://secure.miamibeach411.com/miami-to-key-west.html

http://miamitourcompany.com/key-west-1-day.html

 

Thanks again!

[Mapleleaf5]

Dear BlueHerons,

 

Thank you so much for your response. I have two questions:

 

1) What is the reason you prefer and trust this company?

 

2) Does this company do its own tours, or sell the tours of others?

 

I ask the second question because I notice that the photos are the same for their tour as another tour, so I'm not sure who is selling whose tours. Here are the URL's of the two tours that have the same photos so you can see what I mean.

http://secure.miamibeach411.com/miami-to-key-west.html

http://miamitourcompany.com/key-west-1-day.html

 

Thanks again!

 

 

Check with the concierge at your hotel. We did this tour couple yrs ago through the hotel. Leave at 7am back at 11pm - gave us enough time to get a

taste of Key West. Plus you leave the driving to someone else.

 

Joanne

[eandj]

I ask the second question because I notice that the photos are the same for their tour as another tour, so I'm not sure who is selling whose tours. Here are the URL's of the two tours that have the same photos so you can see what I mean.

http://secure.miamibeach411.com/miami-to-key-west.html

http://miamitourcompany.com/key-west-1-day.html

 

Thanks again!

 

 

http://www.miamibeach411.com/mb411/index.html Check this out.

 

We are doing the same day trip during our stay in Feb. due to limited time. You will see on this page (above link) that the 411 and miamitour company are related. So either site books you on the same tour. We are doing this one. And feel confident.

[cvpends]

http://www.miamibeach411.com/mb411/index.html Check this out.

 

We are doing the same day trip during our stay in Feb. due to limited time. You will see on this page (above link) that the 411 and miamitour company are related. So either site books you on the same tour. We are doing this one. And feel confident.

 

Thank you! It would be FABULOUS if you could report back about the tour when you return :)

[BlueHerons]

Dear BlueHerons,

 

Thank you so much for your response. I have two questions:

 

1) What is the reason you prefer and trust this company?

 

2) Does this company do its own tours, or sell the tours of others?

 

I ask the second question because I notice that the photos are the same for their tour as another tour, so I'm not sure who is selling whose tours. Here are the URL's of the two tours that have the same photos so you can see what I mean.

http://secure.miamibeach411.com/miami-to-key-west.html

http://miamitourcompany.com/key-west-1-day.html

 

Thanks again!

 

As eandj said, they are related. Same company I'm pretty sure.

[NayRN]

As eandj said, they are related. Same company I'm pretty sure.

 

Because I value all the information you are kind enough to share.....

 

Would you recommend doing this as a tour or simply renting a car for the day and driving? I'm torn....I love to drive but wonder what I'll "miss" seeing if I'm the driver. But, I like the freedom of being able to stop along the way if we see something interesting. If we took a tour, we wouldn't have to worry about any directions.....but if we rented a car, I don't think it would be too hard to find our way!!

 

See....confused as usual! Thanks BlueHerons....you've helped me tremendously with all my Miami questions throughout the years!!:D

[eandj]

We are using the bus this time just for the convenience of not having to drive and getting to watch the world go by. As well as familiarize ourselves with the drive and area. Later this year we are meeting family in Key West for a two day stay before heading to a Carib excursion wedding. Then we'll drive it to and from Miami and make our stops along the way.

Edited January 12, 2014 by eandj

[brunello22]

Because I value all the information you are kind enough to share.....

 

Would you recommend doing this as a tour or simply renting a car for the day and driving? I'm torn....I love to drive but wonder what I'll "miss" seeing if I'm the driver. But, I like the freedom of being able to stop along the way if we see something interesting. If we took a tour, we wouldn't have to worry about any directions.....but if we rented a car, I don't think it would be too hard to find our way!!

 

See....confused as usual! Thanks BlueHerons....you've helped me tremendously with all my Miami questions throughout the years!!:D

 

Drive! You have the freedom to stop whenever and wherever you like!

[BlueHerons]

Wow that is a tough question! We love driving because we usually have our chairs and the cooler in the car and love to stop and go for a swim.

 

I'd drive. You cannot get lost, it's nearly impossible. Just head south on the Turnpike and take Card Sound Road. Stop at Alabama Jacks for a beer and a burger. Enjoy the drive, stop where you want.

 

Lots of people like to rent a convertible but if you do, don't forget the sunblock!

[kendon]

How about just renting a car and doing the drive on your own? The drive to/from the Keys is the best part of the trip. This way you can stop at different spots along the way, at your leisure.

 

I agree!

[NayRN]

Wow that is a tough question! We love driving because we usually have our chairs and the cooler in the car and love to stop and go for a swim.

 

I'd drive. You cannot get lost, it's nearly impossible. Just head south on the Turnpike and take Card Sound Road. Stop at Alabama Jacks for a beer and a burger. Enjoy the drive, stop where you want.

 

Lots of people like to rent a convertible but if you do, don't forget the sunblock!

 

Well....now that we have a recommendation for a burger and beer, I think we'll just rent a car and drive....and I mean that sincerely!! It's all about stops along the way!!! No worries about sunburn - I'm not a fan of convertibles!!:cool:

 

Thanks....very, very much!!!

[BlueHerons]

Well....now that we have a recommendation for a burger and beer, I think we'll just rent a car and drive....and I mean that sincerely!! It's all about stops along the way!!! No worries about sunburn - I'm not a fan of convertibles!!:cool:

 

Thanks....very, very much!!!

 

You are welcome! Have a blast!!

 

http://www.floridabeachbar.com/bars/alabamajacks.asp

[JamesEM]

Thanks for the input everyone, DW and I will be doing this side trip in Oct and the info was most helpful.

[moon girl]

How far is from the port of Miami to Key West? This sounds kind of fun and we have a day to spend after our cruise before we fly home!

[NayRN]

How far is from the port of Miami to Key West? This sounds kind of fun and we have a day to spend after our cruise before we fly home!

 

I haven't looked at a map....but I'd guess about 150 miles......

[eandj]

How far is from the port of Miami to Key West? This sounds kind of fun and we have a day to spend after our cruise before we fly home!

 

It's about a four hour drive.

[phoenix_dream]

Yes, four hours in each direction. Not a very relaxing day IMHO but I guess if you are dying to see Key West.......Personally, I would take a ride out to the Everglades instead. I love to go out to Billie Swamp Safari and the Ah-Tha-Tiki museum (not sure if I got the spelling right). A lot closer and a lot of fun.

[cvpends]

Thanks so much for all the information and the advice, everyone! I would love to hear from someone who has done one of these tours. For example, when they say it is guided, what does that mean? Do they talk to you on the way down to tell you what you are looking at? Do they give you a tour of Key West? Also, do you stop at any other keys?