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Backstage Magic:
The 'Rolls Royce' of all tours covers every conceivable area of support and backstage experiences at Epcot, the Disney-MGM Studios, and the Magic Kingdom. The ultimate tour for the ultimate Disney fan!
Monday - Friday at 10:00 a.m.
$199.00
(Includes lunch, 7 hours, must be 16+, Park admission not required.)

Disney's Yuletide Fantasy:
How do they do their transformation into a 'winter wonderland' every year? Find out!
Daily tours in December
$59.00
(3 hours, must be 16+, Park admission not required.)
Guest under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

VIP Tour Services
(Daily, 6 hour minimum)
Disney now offers VIP Tour Services at Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom and Epcot. A team will customize and plan your vacation for you. Upon arrival your personal VIP Guide will be there to take care of everything from itineraries to obtaining seats for parades and shows.

Cost: $125 per hour. Special discount may apply for Resort Guests, during non-holiday periods. Theme park admission is required.

VIP Tours cancelled with less than 24 hours advance notice are subject to a fee equal to 2 hours at the booked rate per VIP Tour Guide. To schedule a VIP Tour, call Disney VIP Tour Services at (407) 560-4033 or e-mail WDW.VIP.Tours@Disney.com.

Magic Kingdom

Keys to the Kingdom:
THE first tour at Walt Disney World covers just about every topic you could ask - while you learn about the 'magic' behind the Magic Kingdom! The "Keys to the Kingdom" tour takes Guests in a full circle across the Magic Kingdom with stops for "backstage" experiences and attraction visits. This 4½ - 5-hour walking tour is a fascinating journey, allowing Guests to "unlock" the door to the Magic Kingdom Park’s history, trivia, and backstage secrets. Guests hear intriguing stories of Walt Disney, his visions, his philosophies, and his accomplishments.

Guests must be at least 16 years old to attend this program. Guests are required to have a photo ID in their possession during the program. Large bags and cameras are not permitted. This is an outdoor walking program.

Daily at 8:30, 9:00 & 9:30 a.m.
$60.00

Disney's "The Magic Behind Our Steam Trains":
Learn about Walt's passion for steam trains, and join the opening crew as they prepare for another day at the Magic Kingdom! This tour also offers the rare opportunity to visit our backstage "roundhouse".
Held Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Saturdays at the Magic Kingdom.
Meet at the park turnstiles at 7:30 a.m.
$40.00
(2 hours, must be 10+, park admission required)

Disney Family Magic Tour:
Guests can take their families on a 2-hour journey through the Magic Kingdom Park. This one-of-a-kind interactive experience takes guests through the park's theme lands in a search for clues.
Daily - 10 a.m.
$27.00 per person.
(Park admission required.)

Mickey's Magical Milestones:
An interactive tour focusing on the history of Mickey Mouse.
Although all ages will be welcome to take the two hour tour, it is
recommended for children ages 10 and older.
Monday, Wednesday & Friday -- 9:00 a.m.
$25 per person
(Park admission required.)

Epcot

Around the World at Epcot on a Segway
During the first hour of this tour participants will learn safety rules and also receive a practice session riding the Segway. The second hour is spent touring around World Showcase on the Segway before the park opens.
Location: Epcot's World Showcase
Duration: 2 hours
Time: Twice Daily - 8:30 & 9:30 AM
Cost: $80 per person
Restrictions: Minimum age is 16
(A guardian must sign a waiver for persons 16 or 17)
Maximum weight 250 pounds.

Simply Segway Experience
A beginner class on using the Segway.
The class includes indoor training and riding only.
Location: Epcot's World Showcase
Duration: One hour
Time: Wednesday - Monday - 12:30 p.m.
Cost: $30 per person
Restrictions: Minimum age is 16
Helmets are required and will be provided.
Class is limited to 10 participants.
(A guardian must sign a waiver for persons 16 or 17)
Due to Segway design specifications there is a Maximum weight of 250 lbs. per participant.

Due to safety concerns expectant mothers and persons with special needs may not participate in the tour.
A photo ID is required.

Epcot Seas Aqua Tour:
Learn about and interact with ocean life in The Living Seas. Guests explore backstage facilities, watch a video about the pavilion's creatures and then explore the creature's environment using a Supplied-Air Snorkel system during a 30-minute swim through the main aquarium.

The cost of the tour is $100 per guest, and includes all required gear, refreshments, a T-shirt and a group photo of the experience. Guests must bring a bathing suit to participate and must be 8 years of age or older. No scuba-certificate is required for this tour.

The Epcot Seas Aqua Tour runs daily from 12:30 -3:00 p.m.
For more information or to make a reservation, call (407)WDW-TOUR.

Dolphins In Depth:
A behind-the-scenes chance to learn about the dolphins and their research at the Living Seas in Epcot!
Offered Monday - Friday at 9:45 a.m.
$150.00
(Includes videotape of the experience, refreshments and a T-shirt, 3 1/2 hours, must be 13+, park admission not required.)

Epcot DiveQuest:
Dive with the fish in the Living Seas aquarium for 30 minutes!
Enough said!
Daily at 4:30 & 5:30 p.m.
$140.00
(2 1/2 hours, must be 16+, Park admission not required, proof of current SCUBA 'open water' adult certification required, all diving equipment is provided.)

Undiscovered Future World:
Learn about the history of Epcot. See how each pavilion in Future World celebrates human accomplishment and presents the challenge of the future. Visit a VIP Lounge, get a backstage peek at Cast Services and the IllumiNations.
Monday, Tuesday, Friday & Saturday at 9:00 a.m.
$49.00 ages 16+
(Park admission required, 4-1/2 hours.)

Behind the Seeds Greenhouse Tour:
You saw a glimpse of the greenhouses at Epcot's 'The Land' on the boat ride, but wouldn't it be neat to go through them on foot and see how they grow their amazing plants?
(10:30 am to 4:00 pm - Daily - 1 Hour)
$12 adult - $10 child
(Park admission required, one hour.)

Animal Kingdom

Backstage Safari:
Venture to the backstage animal housing area, the food warehouse, and the Veterinary Hospital of this new park!
Guests are required to have a photo ID in their possession during the program. This is an outdoor program, including moderate walking and stair climbing. Guests with special needs can be accommodated with prior notice.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
8:30 a.m.
$65.00
(3 hours, must be 16+, Park admission required)

Wild by Design:
Learn the stories behind the making of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This walking tour will provide insight into the design and building of Disney’s newest Theme Park. You’ll get a glimpse into how the Staff cares for the animals and their habitats.
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday
This is an outdoor program, including moderate walking. Guests with special needs can be accommodated with prior notice.
$58.00
(Includes a light continental breakfast, 3 hours, Park admission required, must be 14+)

Resorts

Discovery Wildlife Excursion
Offered to ALL Concierge Guests

Concierge-level Guests can deeper explore the Kilimanjaro Safaris attraction at Animal Kingdom in the Wildlife Discovery Excursion. The one hour excursion is led by a safari guide and an animal expert. Wildlife Discovery Excursion takes Guests off the regular Kilimanjaro Safaris attraction path in a custom-designed vehicle, stopping at special observation and photo areas throughout the 110-acres of forest and savannah.
$45
Tuesday through Saturday - 10AM & 1PM
Advanced reservations are required.
All Guests must be at least 3-years old to participate.
Reservations can be made through the Itinerary Planning Office at your resort.

(Not included in Magic Your Way Packages)
A portion of the proceeds donated to the Disney Wildlife Conservation Fund.

Wilderness Back Trail Adventure

Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground

Climb aboard the Segway "x2" personal transporter. This new, two-hour tour is offered twice a day on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Following a training session, guests take the off-road Segways along the backwoods trails through Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground. Guests must be 16 years or older to participate. Reservations can be made up to 90 days in advance.
$85

General Information:

For reservations call 407-WDW-TOUR.

There are various discounts available on these tours for American Express cardholders, Annual Passholders, members of the Disney Vacation Club, and Disney Visa Card Members.

Some of these tours are very well known with returning guests and are reserved weeks or months in advance. You should call 407.WDW.TOUR for reservations and information as soon as possible.

Reservations with a credit card are required!

**All information was correct at the time of publication and is subject to change without notice**