Insider Tours All Around The World!

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! ($199, 7 hours, must be 16, park admission not required)

Disney's Amazing Architecture:
Travel to many areas of Walt Disney World and
selected resorts. Learn more about entertainment architecture and the individual architects. ($49, 3 1/2 hours, must be 16, park admission not required)

Hidden Treasures of Epcot's World Showcase:
Visit the countries of the World
Showcase and learn about their often-overlooked details, art, architecture, and traditions. ($49 or $85, 3 or 5 hours, must be 16, park admission not required for the 5 hour tour)

Disney's Magical Storytelling:
Learn about the unknown storylines and theming
that were the basis for the designs of Main Street, U.S.A., Fantasyland, Liberty Square, and Frontierland. This one really opens your eyes to the 'magic' you never knew existed! ($150, 6 hours, must be 16, park admission not 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 search of clues.  Cost is $35.00 for adults, and $15.00 for children (ages 3-9).  For reservations call (407) WDW-TOUR.  Disney's Family magic tour is offered as an option to resort guests with the FLEX feature and the GRAND PLAN.

Walt's Hollywood Heritage:
Your walking tour through the Disney-MGM Studios
takes you back in time to Walt's Hollywood, and his impact on it. Includes lunch at one of the best restaurants in Walt Disney World! ($150, 6 hours, must be 16, park admission not required)

Gardens of the World:
An actual Disney horticulturist takes you on an
in-depth study of the gardens of the World Showcase. Learn how to apply their personal knowledge to your own garden back home. ($49, 3 hours, must be 16, park admission required)

Inside Animation:
Another opportunity to travel back in time to 1930's
Hollywood. Learn the history of the animation industry and experience cell painting at Feature Animation. ($49, 2 1/2 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! (Seasonal, $45, 3 hours, must be 16, park admission not required)

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! ($25, 2 hours, must be 10, park admission required)

Keys to the Kingdom:
THE first tour at Walt Disney World covers just about every topic you could ask about while you
learn about the 'magic' behind the Magic Kingdom! ($45, 5 hours, must be 16, park admission required)

Dolphins In Depth:
A behind-the-scenes chance to learn about the dolphins and
their research at the Living Seas in Epcot! ($140, 3 1/2 hours, must be 16, park admission not required)

Epcot DiveQuest:
Dive with the fish in the Living Seas aquarium for 30
minutes! Enough said! ($140, 2 1/2 hours, must be 16, park admission not required, proof of current SCUBA 'open water' adult certification required)

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? (1 hour, $6 ad, $4 ch, park admission required)

Backstage Safari at Disney's Animal Kingdom: 
Venture to the backstage animal
housing area, the food warehouse, and the Veterinary Hospital of this new park! ($60, 3 hours, must be 16, park admission required, only offered at 8:45 AM on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday.)

MGM Studios YOUTH EDUCATION SERIES (YES) Programs (grades K-12):
Offering Lights! Camera! Education!, a 2 hour career-discovery program in the entertainment industry; "Disney's production Art and Sciences", a 3-hour program in which students gain a hands-on understanding of the variety of talents and techniques involved in film and television production, and "Disney Animation Generation," a 3-hour program offering a fun-filled and informative look at the history and future of animation. Schools may make arrangements by calling Disney Youth Markets at 1-800-833-9806

CAMP DISNEY at the Disney Institute:
These learning adventures allow student ages 7 to 15 to see onstage and backstage resources in four areas: ART, NATURE, ENTERTAINMENT, and CULTURES.

Programs offered: Art surround, Broadway Bound, Discovery Island Kid, Venture, Face magic!, Swamp Stomp, Art Magic, Discovery Island Explores, The Funny Papers, Stealing the Show, Show Biz Magic, and Rock Climbing for youth. 

Tuition and length of course vary by program. Group rates are
available. 

For reservations call 407-WDW-tour

There are various discounts available on these tours for American Express™ cardholders, annual passport holders, members of the Disney Vacation Club, and members of the Magic Kingdom Club. Ask for details and current prices!

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