Fort Myers Extended Stay

Day 1 : Fly to Fort Myers

We board our flight to Fort Myers and the beautiful Sunshine State of Florida.

Our fabulous accommodations are at the Embassy Suites Fort Myers. This deluxe property features complimentary WiFi, made-to-order breakfast, and an evening reception offering refreshments, cocktails and light snacks.

Day 2 : Edison & Ford Estates

Our next stop is Sun Harvest Citrus, where we have the opportunity to sample fresh and delicious Florida fruit.

Enjoy an included cooked to order breakfast at our hotel every morning.

We set out on our visit to the Edison and Ford Winter Estates. Thomas Edison began wintering here in 1886 and in 1916, his friend Henry Ford built his winter home next door. Discover Edison’s colorful botanical garden and see his laboratory just as he left it.

We return to our hotel with the remainder of the day at our leisure.

Day 3 : Sanibel Island

Located on Southwest Florida’s gulf is charming Sanibel Island, world-renowned for its beaches, shelling and wildlife. While on the island we visit the renowned J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bird Sanctuary. We'll go on an adventurous tram tour through the refuge.

Our included lunch features oceanside dining at the Thistle Lodge Beachfront Restaurant.

We stop at Sanibel Seashell, truly a collector’s paradise, before returning to Fort Myers.

Day 4 : Fort Myers Beach

Enjoy time at Fort Myers Beach to stroll the shops, beach, pier and restaurants.

Get set for a fantastic experience tonight at the Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre!

Day 5 : Captiva Island

Today we visit Captiva Island, the smaller sister to Sanibel Island.

Enjoy a relaxing mid-morning cruise to Useppa Island, once a 1920’s sport fishing haven for the rich and famous. The island’s aristocratic ambiance is captured with picturesque white cottages, pink pathways and lush vegetation. The museum here tells the story of early inhabitants through present day on the island.

Day 6 : The Everglades

Today we visit one of the most impressive ecosystems in the world, the Florida Everglades. We board airboats for a narrated excursion through this expansive water habitat to learn about the environment and local wildlife.

After, enjoy a walking tour of the Audubon Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary. One of the great conservation success stories, this 13,000-acre preserve is home to the largest old growth Bald Cypress in North America and dates back more than 500 years. This area offers close up views of alligators, otters, turtles and many types of birds.

Enjoy some leisure time this afternoon to enjoy the beautiful surroundings and explore the local area.

Day 7 : Naples Zoo

Breakfast is included before setting off for the Naples Zoo.

This nationally accredited zoo combines conservation and recreation and has a variety of exhibits, ranging from lions and kangaroos to the fosas of Madagascar. We board a catamaran for the Primate Expedition Cruise, gently floating around the islands to view a variety of primate species. Recreated natural habitats reveal monkeys, lemurs and apes.

There’s time to explore Naples’ historic pier and stroll along the pristine beach.

Tonight, we reminisce with new friends at our special Holiday Vacations Farewell Dinner.

Day 8 : Fly Home

Relish the Florida sun this morning before departing for the airport and our flight home. We will long remember our getaway in the Sunshine State.