About
Background
Nona's love for adventure and travel began at the age of five when her family sailed into New York harbor on a ship coming from South Hampton, England. Graduating from Rollins College in Central Florida with a degree in Foreign Languages/Political Science, Nona was well on her way to starting her own travel business.
How Nona got started
To become fluent in Spanish, Nona entered an exchange student program during college, living in Colombia, South America. There she further discovered her enthusiasm for foreign cultures and traditions. That still holds true today. Over the last 30 years Nona has traveled to every continent and taken groups along with her. Tours by Nona is a family owned and operated company that encompasses her years of experience in the industry as well as her passion for sharing the opportunity for others to see the world.
Plan your adventures
Utopia of the Seas
UTOPIA OF THE SEAS !
4 nights Dec 8-12, 2025
From Port Canaveral !
Join us for a holiday cruise aboard the fabulous UTOPIA OF THE SEAS – the newest addition to Royal Caribbean's award-winning Oasis Class. The world's biggest ship with the world's best features just got even better. If you have never experienced a megaship – now’s your chance! 8 unique neighborhoods, 5 pools, 8 hot tubs, 21 dining options, 2 casinos, 3 waterslides, 23 bars, Broadway show & so much more. It’s the only way to cruise the Caribbean! And to top off the experience -- a perfect day in COCOCAY. Royal Caribbean has reimagined and enhanced the unique experiences that has made them the best cruise line overall 15 years in a row. Take a tree-lined stroll through Central Park, or find your own haven in any of the other seven iconic onboard neighborhoods. Share every moment with friends back home with VOOM - the fastest Internet at sea. Reserve early for best choice of cabins. Ports of call are Nassau and their private island COCOCAY.
Rates starting at $825 p/p dbl including taxes & fees & $50 OBC Call for more options.
Iceland's Magical Nortnern Lights
Dates
Dec 5 – 11, 2026
Activity Level
3 - Active
Price Per Person
From $4,799
Duration:
7 days
Travel Style:
Classic
Experience the “land of fire and ice” and chase the aurora borealis across an ethereal wonderland. Spend your days surrounded by natural wonders and your nights in search of the elusive dancing lights.
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Nashville a Country Christmas
6 days December 13 -18, 2025 $1399 p/p dbl
Come along with Tours by Nona as we head to Music City, USA for an unforgettable holiday experience. We’ll spend three nights at the fabulous Gaylord Opryland Hotel enjoying their spectacular Christmas decorations, delightful shows and fine dining. Our overnight stops en route will be in North Atlanta. Truly a memorable time awaits you on this lovely “Country Christmas” tour.
Hawaii
7 Nights Jan 31-Feb 7, 2026
Cabins Starting from $2244 per person
Immerse yourself in the rich culture, incredible landscapes and delicious cuisine of HAWAII on this one-of-a-kind 7 day cruise from Honolulu on the PRIDE OF AMERICA – where you can explore an island every day of your vacation from the lush, fragrant vegetation of KAUAI to the Big Island’s (HAWAII) dramatic volcanoes and the famous beaches of OAHU – where you can enjoy overnight stays in MAUI and KAUAI, giving you even more time to discover the best of island living – where each day is spectacular and every night is legendary. Best of all Norwegian is all about freestyle cruising, giving you the freedom of choice. A great way to visit these four islands!
4 day Oahu Pkg + $1569 p/p (limited availability)
Airfare cost determined at time of booking. Book early for best rates!
Passport required!
$125 p/p is due at sign up. Final payment by Oct 1, 2025. Credit card or check accepted. Travel Protection is available and recommended at an additional cost. Please inquire about it at time of payment. To reserve your cabin contact: Tours by Nona, P. O. Box 1259, Eustis, FL 32727. Phone: 352-455-1810 or email: nona@toursbynona.com or call Nancy at 262-498-7339.
Neil Berg's 117 Years of Broadway
Tuesday, February 24, 2026 $95
Come along with Tours by Nona for an afternoon of super entertainment. Neil Berg’s 117 Years of Broadway returns to Ruth Eckerd Hall for its annual crowd thrilling celebration of Broadway’s greatest songs from its finest shows. This dazzling all new show, which sells out every year, features Broadway’sfinest stars performing songs from the best and most beloved Broadway musicals such as The Phantom of the Opera, Jersey Boys, Wicked, MAMMA MIA and Broadway classics from such composers as Jerome Kern, Rogers and Hammerstein, Kader & Ebb, Cole Porter, Stephen Sondheim, Andrew Lloyd Webber and more. Neil Berg never disappoints! We have great seats for this 1 p.m. matinee Brunch included before the show.
Strawberry Festival
Thursday, March 5, 2026 $64 p/p
Come along with Tours by Nona for a fun-filled day at this super annual Florida festival. Held each year in Plant City, this colorful event is a “must see.” Steeped in six decades of tradition, this unique festival and fair boasts world famous music recording artists, agricultural competition and exhibits, an action-packed midway, a showcase for fabulous arts and crafts, and millions of luscious strawberries. Be sure to try a shake or one of their famous strawberry shortcakes. It’s a berry good day out! NOTE: Your ticket includes a performance by the renowned BILL HALEY AND THE COMETS on the main stage.
Approximate times: 8:00 am. – 5 pm
TAMPA BAY DOWNS!
Thoroughbred Horse Racing
$92
Wednesday March 18,2026
“And they’re off…” Come along as we gallop over to the West Coast for a day full of fun and entertainment at Tampa Bay Downs. This fabulous facility offers the best is thoroughbred horse racing. The day includes a delicious buffet luncheon, program and excellent seating in the Clubhouse. If you like, you can take a trip to the paddock and see the horses walk around the ring, and watch trainers and jockeys plan their strategies, then back to your seats to cheer on your favorite horse. It’s a grrrreat day! Sign up early.
TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: R/T deluxe motor coach transportation, reserved seating for viewing, buffet lunch, program, and the services of a tour guide. Gratuities for driver/guide are optional. Lunch served at 11:30 a.m.
Horse Country!
Thursday, March 19, 2026
$79 per person
Come along with Tours by Nona for a super outing to the “green slice of Florida,” beautiful Marion County and their magnificent thoroughbred horse farms. With a local guide we’ll tour some of these gorgeous facilities and get a “behind the scenes” look at this billion dollar industry. Following our tour we will enjoy lunch (on own) at one of the many restaurants at the World Equestrian Center. It’s grrrreat!
Shades of the English Countryside
Shades of the English Countryside
featuring London, Cornwall & The Cotswolds
Dates
Jun 24 – Jul 3, 2026
Activity Level
3 - Active
Price Per Person
From $5,599
Duration:
10 days
Travel Style:
Classic
From vibrant London to dramatic landscapes and quintessentially English villages of the Cotswolds, experience the best of the countryside of England. Encounter history, eat like the locals, and discover what English life is like on a journey from the capital to the southwestern coast of England and the Cotswolds.
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Spotlight on French Riviera
Spotlight on French Riviera
Shades of the English Countryside
Apr 29 – May 7, 2027
About This Tour
Duration:
9 days
Meals:
12
Travel Style:
Spotlight
Uncover the chic resorts, sun-soaked beaches, and elegant allure that attract the rich and famous to the exquisite French Riviera. Unpack for a leisurely multi-night stay, embracing the luxury and breathtaking beauty of the Côte d’Azur .
Essential Experiences
Explore Saint-Honorat Island, belonging to the monks of Lérins Abbey.
Learn the secrets of perfume making during a hands-on workshop.
Highlights
Nice Flower MarketTasting Tour in Old Town of NiceMonacoHilltop Village of ÉzePerfumery WorkshopSaint-Jean-Cap-FerratCannesWine TastingSt. Paul de Vence
Savannah by Train
3 days December 3-5, 2025 $799 p/p dbl
Few cities have maintained their history and charm like Savannah, Georgia. It’s a city that expresses “Southern Hospitality” like no other. We’ll begin our adventure as we are transferred to the Amtrak Train Station in Winter Park. We’ll have time to stroll on Park Avenue and have lunch (on own) before boarding our train bound for Savannah. Upon arrival our motor coach will be waiting to take us to our accommodations in the heart of the Historic District. After breakfast the next morning we’ll enjoy a narrated trolley tour of this fascinating city. We’ll see where “FORREST GUMP” was filmed, and “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil” took place. In the evening we’ll delight in a holiday performance at the renowned Savannah Theatre. Day three we will have time to shop and explore along River Street before departing for home on our deluxe motor coach. A super getaway at holiday time! .
ASIAN LANTERN FESTIVAL ! + Hollerbach’s German Restaurant
Wednesday, January 7, 2026 $115
Come along with Tours by Nona as we travel to Sanford for this very unique experience. Once again the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens will transform at night into THE ASIAN LANTERN FESTIVAL: Into the Wild. This is the only event in Central Florida celebrating the culture, art, and beauty of traditional lantern festivals celebrated throughout Asia for centuries. The gardens are transformed into a dazzling evening experience featuring more than 50 larger-than-life displays of illuminated sculptures depicting animals, plants and traditional Chinese elements. See dozens of all new hand-constructed lantern displays, luminated by thousands of LED lights. A truly memorable experience and one not to be missed! Note: walking path is ¾ of a mile. Dinner included at Hollerbach’s German Restaurant.
Hardrock Casino & Gaming
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
$40 per person
Join Tours by Nona as we head to Tampa and the renowned Seminole Hard Rock Casino. At 190,000 sq. ft. it is the largest in Florida, 4th largest in the U.S. and 6thlargest in the world. Enjoy non-stop gaming action with over 5,000 Vegas-style slots, 110 table games including blackjack and Texas Hold ‘Em, and much more. As well as your favorite games you can enjoy lunch at one of their many eateries – RISE, Hard Rock Café, Shushi Bar, Noodle Bar, Sugar Factory or Food Court. A non-smoking section in the casino is available on the second floor and has been expanded.
Departs: 7:30 a.m. – Country Club Manor
Departs: 8:20 a.m. – Legacy - Hwy 27 – Leesburg
PRIVATE PICK UPS available for groups of 15 or more
Always call to confirm pick up!
DELEON SPRINGS Pancake Breakfast & Boat Ride !
Thursday, January 22, 2026 $95
Among other claims to fame, Florida holds the title of the state with the most springs. Come along with Tours by Nona to visit one of our most notable ones. Once called Acuera,or “Healing Waters,” by the Mayaca Indians who inhabited the area, DeLeon Springs is a place to cool off in clear waters, roam trails through a lush subtropical forest, and immerse oneself in a rich history. The spring run was once used to turn a sugar cane mill followed by a grist mill to turn corn into flour during the Civil War. The famous naturalist, John James Audubon, visited the springs in 1831, and recorded “This spring presents a circular basin, having a diameter of about 60 feet from the center of which the water is thrown up with great force, although it does not rise to a height of more than a few inches above the general level.” That description still rings true today. Our outing will include a scenic boat ride and pancake breakfast at the historic Sugar Mill Restaurant.
Spotlight on Tuscany
Mar 17 – 25, 2026
About This Tour
Duration:
9 days
Meals:
10
Travel Style:
Spotlight
Discover the rolling hills of Tuscany, home to sprawling vineyards, medieval hill towns, and enchanting cities. Steeped in history, culture and legend, this is Tuscany as you always imagined it.
Essential Experiences
Explore Saint-Honorat Island, belonging to the monks of Lérins Abbey.
Learn the secrets of perfume making during a hands-on workshop.
Highlights
Nice Flower MarketTasting Tour in Old Town of NiceMonacoHilltop Village of ÉzePerfumery WorkshopSaint-Jean-Cap-FerratCannesWine TastingSt. Paul de Vence
Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
12 days Sept. 29 – Oct. 10, 2026 $3499 p/p dbl
Come along with Tours by Nona as we join guests from around the world heading to Albuquerque to celebrate ballooning! This unique and grand event takes place at their 365-acre Balloon Fiesta Park with 600 hot air balloons, making it the largest ballooning event on earth, the most photographed event on earth and the largest annual international event held in the U.S! We’ll enjoy a mass ascension in which all the balloons are launched in two waves – a most spectacular display of sound and color, and balloon glows where pilots inflate the balloons at night and being lit from within appear as giant holiday ornaments. There are special shapes balloons, fireworks and tons of fun. This beautiful and magical moving picture show of hot air balloons sailing through the blue skies is a must-see event!
AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL !
15 Days
September 8-22, 2026
HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:
Atlanta, GA
St. Louis, MO
The Gateway Arch
Sioux City, IA
Keystone, SD- two nights
Mt. Rushmore
Crazy Horse Memorial
Badlands National Park
Needles Drive (Custer State Park)
Devils Tower
Buffalo, WY
Cody, WY - Buffalo Bill Museum**
Yellowstone National Park – two nights
Grand Tetons National Park
Jackson Hole, WY
Covered Wagon Ride & BBQ Dinner
Cheyenne, WY
Lincoln, NE
Branson, MO – Dinner & Show
Memphis, TN
Atlanta, GA
TOUR PRICE INCLUDES:
v Deluxe Motorcoach transportation
v 14 nights accommodations 3 star or above
v 12 breakfasts / 1 lunch / 4 lite dinners / 3 dinners
v Park entrances & Sightseeing as outlined
v Baggage / TBN Tour Guide
**Optional
Key West at it's Best!
4 Days November 16-18, 2026 $959 p/p dbl*
Just what the doctor ordered… a trip to the “Southernmost City” in the Continental United States, also known as “Margaritaville”. Aboard the Conch Train we’ll enjoy a guided tour through historic Old Town. Following our tour you will have time to explore on your own. Take in Hemingway’s House, shop on Duval Street or enjoy a sunset at Mallory Square. As we make our way home on day four we’ll stop en route to enjoy lunch and an airboat ride in the Everglades. A great trip with lots to see and do. You’ll love it! Note: walking involved in this tour.