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We Went On A $7300 Private VIP Tour At Universal EPIC Universe! | Worth It? Perks & Cost Breakdown!

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Editorial Summary

The creators document their experience on a private VIP tour at Universal Epic Universe, which cost approximately $7,300 for a party of five. The tour includes an eight hour duration, access to a VIP lounge called Club Jupiter, and meals at various sit down restaurants within the park. Because the VIP lounge was not yet fully operational during their visit, the group ate breakfast at Oaken Star. The creators explore several themed lands, including Dark Universe, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Super Nintendo World, and the Isle of Berk. They highlight specific perks such as a dedicated security entrance, a knowledgeable tour guide named Logan, and the ability to bypass lines for major attractions. The video also provides a detailed cost breakdown, comparing the total tour price to the individual costs of food, valet, photo passes, and express passes. Ultimately, the creators conclude that while the tour provided a fantastic and unique experience with deep lore and backstage access, the high price point makes it difficult to justify from a purely financial perspective.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Disney Cruise Line
No strong opinion
All-time creator consensus for Disney Cruise Line
A Nibble

This review is more critical than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

I had a fantastic time. Our tour guide, Logan, was wonderful. I would highly recommend asking for Logan to be your tour guide if you're going to be doing a tour.

Was it worth it? No. Should you do it? Yes.

The experience was worth it, right? But financially, nope. Not a good idea.

Creator's Tips & Advice

If you do a VIP tour, consider skipping sit-down lunch to save time and use quick service instead.
Ask for Logan as your tour guide for a great experience.
End your night at Epic Universe with a ride on Stardust Racers, preferably the green side.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

High cost of the VIP tourConsider the value based on wait times; if wait times are low, the tour may not be worth the cost.
Time spent on sit-down mealsOpt for quick service for lunch to save time and maximize ride opportunities.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWas the $7,300 private VIP tour at Universal Epic Universe worth it?
QWhat are the perks and cost breakdown of the VIP tour?
QShould you book a VIP tour at Epic Universe?

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