Sunshine States

Meet the crew and get ready to get down, the New Orleans way. Tonight, a the legendary party vibes of Bourbon Street await, so arm yourself with a Hand Grenade cocktail and get those toes tapping.

Today’s the day to tick off any leftover items on your ‘things I MUST do in the Bayou’ list. Swing dance in NOLA, creep yourself out in one of the ‘Cities of the Dead’, find out what a steam calliope sounds like, or just have a taste of true New Orleans crawfish. Today’s optionals? We’re glad you asked. Choose from a swamp tour, a cooking demo or a paddleboat cruise.

Today we’re off to seek out turquoise waters and sandy beaches. At Panama City Beach you can while away the afternoon shopping, exploring or just plain lying around doing very little.

If Panama City Beach did the job of recharging your batteries, throw yourself into the nightlife at one of Florida Gulf Coast’s many beach bars.

Bienvenidos a Miami, where the weather is hot and the characters are colourful. Tonight we roll into the land of ice cream-toned art deco buildings and Cuban deliciousness.

Take a trip to Little Havana to people-watch in the cafés, stroll by the pretty pastel houses or attempt to dodge the Speedo-clad skaters at South Beach. If you’re feeling a need for speed, why not hop on an optional speedboat ride? Whatever you do, make sure to work up an appetite – we’ve got an authentic Cuban dinner to look forward to this evening.

Take an airboat tour, shoot across the Everglades and (almost) get tangled in the mangroves. This is the closest you’ll get to flying, without actually leaving the ground. After that, we’ll make a beeline for the candy floss and roller coasters of Orlando.

If you’ve got your swimmers, get splash-tastic at one of Orlando’s water parks or visit a galaxy that’s not so far, far away and check out the Star Wars attractions at Walt Disney World. If theme parks just aren’t your bag, there’s always wine bars, spas and shopping. Also an option: explore Kennedy Space Center.

Wave goodbye to the Magic Kingdom – you’re en route to the bona fide southern belle that is Savannah, so get ready to see plenty of 18th century buildings and dreamy tree-lined walkways.

Slow the pace with an optional Slow Ride pub crawl, or simply take a wander around the city. Watch out for horse-drawn carriages!

Swap Savannah for North Carolina’s biggest city. Take it easy with a stroll around Charlotte’s museums and sample some old-school foodie classics, or opt in to go fast and furious on a Speedway tour.

In our sights today: the bright lights of the US capital. Tomorrow you’ll have the chance to explore Washington by day, but tonight it’s all about crossing the Potomac River into DC and enjoying an illuminated tour of the capital’s monuments. The White House at night is a sight not to be missed, trust us.

‘Gram yourself in front of some of the USA’s most iconic buildings, recreate famous movie moments, play spot the senator... Today you can get a real feel for the powerhouse that is DC. Get your bearings and tick off all the must-see places with an optional segway or bike tour. However you travel, this is the place to clue yourself up on all things American history and visit some of the many memorials, monuments and museums.

It’s time to leave the capital behind for a pitstop in Philly, complete with – you guessed it – a driving tour. For a bird’s eye view of the city, you can also choose to head up to the One Liberty Observation Deck. After Philadelphia, there’s just one stop left: NYC, where we officially sign off from Topdecker duty. Sob.

Meet with the gang bright and early in NYC before we hit the road to Philadelphia. Note: cheesesteak recommended. Tonight, see Washington all lit up on an illumination tour and make the most of your night with a chance to bond with the crew over dinner.

‘Gram yourself in front of some of the USA’s most iconic buildings, recreate famous movie moments, play spot the senator... Today you can get a real feel for the powerhouse that is DC. Get your bearings and tick off all the must-see places with an optional segway or bike tour. However you travel, this is the place to clue yourself up on all things American history and visit some of the many memorials, monuments and museums.

Swap the capital for North Carolina’s biggest city. Take it easy with a stroll around Charlotte’s museums and sample some old-school foodie classics, or opt in to go fast and furious on a Speedway tour.

Sample the charm of Charleston, then it’s onwards to Savannah.

Slow the pace with an optional Slow Ride pub crawl, or simply take a wander around the city. Watch out for horse-drawn carriages!

Roll into Orlando today, where there’s year-round sunshine and a certain friendly mouse reigns supreme.

Opt in to spend the day with the characters you loved as a kid at Walt Disney World – or, for the thrill-seeking option, make sure you check out Universal Studios to unleash your inner movie buff. Did we mention you can also go to the Kennedy Space Center today if you so choose? So. Many. Options.

B’bye Magic Kingdom and mouse ears, we’re off for an Everglades airboat tour on the way to Miami. After a driving tour of the city, you can thank Miami’s distinct Latin flair for our seriously tasty dinner.

Take a trip to Little Havana to people-watch in the cafés, stroll by pretty pastel houses and dodge the Speedo-clad skaters of South Beach, or take an optional speed boat trip. After an authentic Cuban dinner, see Miami come to life at night (if this place could get more lively) and join a club crawl.

Ease into things in Florida’s Gulf Coast by throwing yourself into the nightlife at one of its many beach bars.

‘Gators, begone! We’re off to seek out turquoise waters and sandy beaches. At Panama City Beach you can while away the afternoon shopping, exploring or just plain lying around doing very little.

A relaxing day by the beach will just about ready you for the awesome assault on the senses that is New Orleans. Music lovers will be spoilt for choice with all of the city’s jazz clubs and dancing spots. Foodies will have a hard time picking between gumbo and po-boys, jambalaya and muffulettas, beignets and bananas Foster. Maybe just try ‘em all.

Today’s the day to tick off any leftover items on your ‘things I MUST do in the Bayou’ list. Swing dance in NOLA, creep yourself out in one of the ‘Cities of the Dead’, find out what a steam calliope sounds like, or just have a taste of true New Orleans crawfish. Today’s optionals? We’re glad you asked. Choose from a swamp tour, a cooking demo or a paddleboat cruise.

One more breakfast, then we’re outta here. Swap numbers and start planning the next grand adventure.