Keys to the kingdom tour

[MrsJobba1]

hi
Has anyone done this, what happens and what is the cost? Thanks

 

[LucyBC80]

$99 per person and the youngest you can be is 16yo.

I haven't done it yet but have plans to when we're back in November.

 

[hiroMYhero]

Here's a recent thread:
http://www.disboards.com/threads/which-tour-should-i-take.3572552

 

[cdnjason]

I've done it. It was fascinating. I would be happy to walk you through the tour, but don't want to ruin it for you. Just do it. It's well worth it.

 

[MrsJobba1]

Thanks I have arthritis and am a little concerned about the amount of walking- 5hrs? Is there plenty of rests & can u explain what happens with lunch? Thanks also if u book and it gets cancelled due to weather- r u refunded or is it just lost?

 

[disneyseniors]

Hi OP, we have done it and I have arthritis, severe form of fibromyalgia, and my husband has a bad back with nerve pain.
However, we did it too 3 years ago and it was totally worth it to us. We were nervous at first, just like you are, about all the walking. They stress that there is a lot of walking and no frequent rests. However, we found that we did rest a bit throughout the 5 hours. We didn't feel like we were on a strenuous walk at all. You get lunch at Columbia Harbour House, which was terrific and you get quite a rest there. We sat with another couple who were worried about the walking too, and they were fine. I don't want to spoil it for you, but this is in the information. You get to sit when you get to ride on a couple of attractions, too.
Honestly, I can't think of a time when I felt like just sitting down! My husband and I were tired at the end of it, but it was hot and humid out. We just rested the rest of the day. I can't make the decision for you as everyone's physical situation is different, but we did fine. Our tour guide made the tour unique and fabulous. Hope this helps

 

[cdnjason]

Lunch is now at Tomorrowland Terrace. There is substantial walking, but nothing strenuous. Plenty of opportunities to sit and listen.

 

[NickEslick]

I have done it. Well worth it! Great time and you learn a lot of interesting things.

 

[Gina Starr]

Lunch is now at Tomorrowland Terrace. There is substantial walking, but nothing strenuous. Plenty of opportunities to sit and listen.

Do you know when that started?

 

[Psychodisney]

We did it a couple of weeks ago. The walking is not fast but you do walk a lot. I found the standing to be more fatiguing than the walking. There are discounts available such as annual pass, DVC, Disney Visa. My DD17 and I loved the tour. Our lunch was at Tomorrowland Terrace. When you check in, they take your lunch order prior to the tour. Also gave everyone a bottle of water to help you stay hydrated during the tour. My DD and I both ordered the chicken ceasar salad. I would NOT recommend it. Anyway, when you get over to lunch, your lunch is set up and waiting. We had a nice long break.

 

[chris springer]

We did this and thoroughly enjoyed it, well worth the price. There is a great deal of walking but that's the fun of the tour. You also get to see places that most others can't.

 

[alliecat523]

I did the tour in october and we ate at Tomorrowland Terrace as well.

Lots of walking but we had lots of breaks/rest spots as well. They do try to stop and talk in area where you can sit.

 

[tchrrx]

Can you tell me about how far into the tour you were before you stopped for lunch? We're doing the first tour, so I'm trying to get a feel for if we'll eat breakfast beforehand or maybe eat a little snack while we walk.
Can you carry bags/snacks on this tour?

 

[Dug720]

Question about lunch... Are there gluten-free options? Or options that can be made gluten-free as they would if you were just eating there?

 

[alliecat523]

Can you tell me about how far into the tour you were before you stopped for lunch? We're doing the first tour, so I'm trying to get a feel for if we'll eat breakfast beforehand or maybe eat a little snack while we walk.
Can you carry bags/snacks on this tour?

I was in the 8am tour and we stopped for lunch just around 11.

ETA: I grabbed a muffin and coffee prior to the tour. OtherA had some snacks they ate along the way.

 

[alliecat523]

Question about lunch... Are there gluten-free options? Or options that can be made gluten-free as they would if you were just eating there?

We were presented with the menu prior to the start of the tour to make our selections. I believe there were gluten free options.

 

[Maistre Gracey]

The first time we did this it was fantastic. We walked extensively through the utilidors and saw some great stuff.
The second time we did it was shortly after 9/11 and the utilidor time was extremely minimal. They said due to new security procedures.
Not sure about today's tour, as my experiences were many years ago.

MG

 

[cdnjason]

Do you know when that started?

Not exactly sure. I did the tour last August and lunch was at TT.

 

[CMNJ]

Do you know when that started?

Some time last summer-we were did the tour in early May 2016 and at that time lunch was still served at Columbia Harbor House.

 

[**Courtney**]

I did this tour almost 8 years ago, and my friends and I still talk about how awesome it was to this day! You learn so really interesting facts, and the tour through the Utildoors was quick, but still so amazing to see! I loved our tour guide, and could do this tour every time I go, as I am sure different tour guides have some different information!! Loved it! Couldnt rave about it enough!