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Hawaii
Explore the rich history and culture of two of Hawaii's stunning islands
Learn about the indigenous people of Hawaii, experience the history of the islands, all while gaining a greater understanding of the unique geography and culture of the U.S. far west
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Program Highlights
- Historic hiking trail, stunning coastal views, and military history at Diamond Head Trail
- Explore authentic Hawaiian villages at the Polynesian Cultural Center
- Hawaiian music and hula cultural entertainment
- Two full days at Pearl Harbor National Historic Monuments
- Pearl Harbor Visitor Center Museums
- USS Bowfin Submarine
- Waterfront Memorial
- USS Arizona Memorial
- Battleship Missouri Memorial
- Pacific Aviation Museum
- Hotel Firework show
- Ulalena Cultural and Acrobatic show
- Tour the Maui Arts & Cultural Center
- Tour the the Maui Ocean Center in Maalaea
- Enjoy a day trip to Hana, including historical sites, waterfalls, and more
- Embark on a half day snorkel cruise, with educational commentary
- Tour Lahaina’s National Historic Places
- Watch the ancient Hawaiin cultural Black Rock cliff diving
- Enjoy a traditional Hawaiian Luau
- Hike along the Kapalua Coastal Trail
- Beach time & souvenir shopping
Sample Itinerary
Hawaii
Day 1: Travel to Honolulu
Arrive in Honolulu. Aloha!
Day 2: Explore Honolulu
Hike up the Diamondhead trail, known for its historic hiking trail, stunning coastal views, and military history.
Explore authentic villages from 6 Pacific cultures at the Polynesian Cultural Center as they demonstrate their arts, music, history and games.
Day 3: Pearl Harbor Day 1
Start at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center museums - explore the two museums chock full of interesting facts, maps, artifacts, and videos. Visit the USS Bowfin submarine, dubbed “the Pearl Harbor Avenger". Visit the Royal Hawaiian Center for dinner and live cultural entertainment.
Day 4: Pearl Harbor Day 2
Tour the USS Arizona Memorial, one of the main reasons the U.S became involved in WWII. Tour the Battleship Missouri Memorial, the site of the formal signing of the “Instrument of Surrender”. Visit the Ala Moana Shopping Center tonight.
Day 5: Travel to Maui
We travel to Maui via flight. Get settled in on our new island. Enjoy the Ulalena Cultural and Acrobatic show tonight.
Day 6: Maui
Tour the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. Tour the the Maui Ocean Center, providing a view of historical and modern Hawaiian marine life. Watch the daily sunset cliff diving ceremony this evening.
Day 7: Hana Day Trip
Travel to Hana through flourishing rain-forests, flowing waterfalls, plunging pools and dramatic seascapes. Visit historic St. Sophia’s Church and Hale Piilani, the state’s largest heiau (Hawaiian temple). Explore the town for souvenirs and visit a local waterfall before returning from the day.
Day 8: Maui
Enjoy a leisurely snorkel and take in the beauty of the island’s vibrant coral and plentiful marine life. Tour Lahaina, the former royal capitol of the Hawaiian Kingdom until 1845. Enjoy a traditional Hawaiian Luau tonight.
Day 9: Nature & Beach
Hike along the Kapalua Coastal Trail. Lunch and Beach Time. Free time for souvenir shopping. Dinner and borard our overnight flight home
Day 10: Arrive home
Arrive home after an amazing trip to Hawaii together.
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Learning Objectives
Hawaii is unlike any other U.S. state, or country in the world for that matter. From the geology, to the culture and its white sandy beaches: Hawaii is a knock out trip every time!
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