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DAY 1 -
ARRIVAL DAY
Arrive in Oahu, Hawaii and transfer to our hotel.
DINNER is included at Gordon Biersch
this evening.
With
breathtaking views of Diamond Head, Waikiki Beach and Honolulu's famous skyline,
Sarento's brings a bit of Italy to Hawaii with style.  Old
country warmth, hospitality and live piano music are part of the atmosphere that
makes this fine dining establishment one of Hawaii's most celebrated. The
casual elegance yet superior service coupled with the outstanding culinary
offerings has earned Sarento's numerous accolades from the community. Regarded
not only as a major destination by visitors but also the first choice in Italian
cuisine by local residents, Sarento's enjoys a myriad of guests. Whether
it be an intimate romantic dinner, a family celebration or a business function,
Sarento's is an incomparable dining experience.
DAY 2 - ARIZONA MEMORIAL
AND THE
BATTLESHIP MISSOURI TOUR
 Join us
for a day of naval history, with a visit to the USS Arizona Memorial and USS
Battleship Missouri, icons of the beginning and end of World War II.
This tour will take us to Pearl Harbor, the headquarters of the US Navy
Pacific Fleet. You will visit the
memorial, built to honor the 1,100
crew members who perished when the battleship was sunk on the morning of
December 7, 1941. Fifty years
later, oil still seeps from her fuel tanks, which were filled to the brim right
before the attack, as a reminder of the gallant men below. After viewing the film, you will take a shuttle and board the
actual memorial. The museum is also
a must see. Read actual letters
from sailors involved in the battle, see aerial photography and a scale model of
the Arizona.
 We
will then board an exclusive open-air trolley to cross the harbor to Ford Island
and see one of the most incredible battleships of the US Navy, the celebrated
USS Missouri – “Mighty MO”. Be
swept back in spirit to September 2, 1945, the day that documents were signed
and exchanged bringing an end to World War II.
A personal guide will describe related facts and share
some of the many tales of this “grand dame” of the sea.
We also offer in addition the opportunity for our Navy History buffs a
premium tour that will take them into the heart of the battleship restricted for
all other visitors.
 Explorer’s
Tour – gives you an exclusive behind the scenes look into the ship’s
impressive fire rooms, machinery, and working areas.
After donning special equipment and using flashlights to assist in
penetrating the depths of the Mighty Mo, you will visit areas of the ship
restricted for all other visitors. During
this 90-minute tour, you will view Missouri’s post office, walk through a
crew’s berthing area as if was left in 1992 at the ship’s decommissioning. You will be able to see the machine shop and descend within
the armored belt to “Broadway.” You
will see switchboards and original analog computers that controlled the
battleship’s gigantic 16-inch gun turrets and 5-inch guns.
Finally, you will also be able to see the crew’s galley, brig,
barbershop, Chief’s Mess and laundry. The
guided portion of the tour ends on Missouri’s Surrender Deck.
Time will be allowed for exploring at your own pace and for a Chief’s Snack on
the dock at the Mighty Mo Snack Shop. Take
home souveinirs of this special day spent back in history.
 Adding
to the completion of this tour, you’ll drive through the National Cemetery of
the Pacific and you driver will narrate through downtown Honolulu's historic
highlights. You’ll view the
Iolani Palace, the only Royal Palace on American Soil and stop at the King
Kamehameha Statue for a photo opportunity of Hawaii’s History.
You view the 11th largest city in America at it’s busiest,
the center of it’s financial district, vibrant and yet so carefare. Your tour
will end with a special appreciation for this Aloha State.
DINNER this evening is the 2 Royal
Sunset Dinner Sail.
 Enjoy the beautiful sunset
while dining at sea on the Navatek! Experience
a romantic Hawaiian Evening aboard the sleek and state-of-the-art vessel, the
Navatek I. This 140’ high-tech
vessel, is hailed by Forbes magazine as “reinventing the boat”, using a
breakthrough design insuring passengers will enjoy the
smoothest cruise in the islands. It’s the ONLY dinner cruise that in addition to sailing
along Waikiki Beach, one of the most famous and romantic beaches in the world, goes beyond Diamond Head
where few people see the hidden shores of the Kahala Coastline home to
Hawaii’s rich and famous..
The sparkling lights of Honolulu and Waikiki along
with the balmy Hawaiian Breeze are the perfect combination for a paradise dream.
Guests dine in the regal elegance of the Royal Ali’I Room in the
tradition of old Hawaii, and savor a prime rib and lobster dinner served by the
friendliest crew. Navatek features
a Hawaiian and contemporary revue of music and dance. It’s the smoothest
ride. The best views. Exceptional
service.
DAY
3 CIRCLE ISLAND WITH POLYNESIAN
CULTURAL
CENTER
 Our DAY starts with a modified circle island tour
leaving our hotel to The Central
Plateau and North Shore of Oahu. Look for signs saying Wahiawa there you’ll travel pass Scholfield Army Barracks
and Wheeler Airfield. (Burt
Lancaster was filmed on the roof “From Here To Eternity.”there).
Just pass Scholfield your tour stops for 1 hour 15 minutes, for you to
enjoy a visit at the Dole Plantation. Included
in your tour is the Pineapple Express. The Pineapple Express train tour that is
a two-mile, 20 minute train ride that is fun and exciting for everyone. It is a
fully narrated train tour, educational and very informative. Along the route,
you'll learn about the history of the pineapple, the agriculture in Hawaii and
hear the story of James Dole, who pioneered the pineapple industry in Hawaii.
You'll travel through a working plantation, and you'll see a variety of other
crops, often including plants in early stages of growth and fields under
preparation for planting. Time will
allow for souvenir shopping, pineapple tasting or additional option tour of the
gardens if time allows.
Your tour will continue on down to the
shoreline with a stop in Old Haleiwa Town, a Historic yet quaint town, now known
as the Surfing town of the North Shore. Here’s
another chance to do souvenir shopping in any of the many boutiques that line
its western front shops. You might
enjoy a cool “Shave Ice” (Sno Cone) from the famous Matsuomoto’s, check
out the Wylan’s Art Gallery or as time will allow, maybe a bite to eat at the
many eateries in town.
We’ll
continue along the North Shore where you will see the many famous Surfing
Beaches, such as Pipeline, Waimea Bay, Sunset all made famous for their Winter
Swells of over 40 feet high. A stop
at the famous Sunset Beach for photographs, you just might get lucky and get
that shot of a surfer doing a hang ten or wipeout.
Twenty
minutes later you will arrive at the Polynesian Cultural Center.
Built in 1963 by labor missionaries of the Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints, or Mormons, for the education of their Polynesian Saints. The
center is is a one of a kind in the pacific, where you will experience the 7
south sea cultures that collectively shaped our island home.
Within this 42-acre site you can visit Tonga, Tahiti, the Marquesas,
Fiji, New Zealand, Samoa and Hawaii. Each village
authentically depicts the lifestyle of its people and offers interactive
entertainment and unsurpassed Polynesian-style hospitality that delights
visitors of all ages. We will be entertained, educated and truly enjoy your
visit in Polynesia until late into the night as it ends with the largest
Polynesian Revue in Hawaii of more then 150 cast members. After the show you’ll return directly to your hotel, tired but totally
enjoyed.
DAY
4 - SOUTH SHORE TOUR
  Today’s tour will take you along
the South Shore of Oahu, passing under the Most Famous Postcard Icon of
Diamond Head Crater. Stop at
the Amelia Earhart monument lookout for photographs of the beautiful blue
pacific ocean. We’ll continue on along the “Gold Coast” of Honolulu,
known for its muli-million dollar beach front realty and homes of many well know
celebrities. These
coveted residences not only offer breathtaking vistas of the ocean and sandy
beaches but also lush park views and the twinkling lights of the city beyond.
World renowned restaurants and hotels are within walking distance and all the
city's attractions are minutes away.
We’ll view from above Hanauma Bay, this "Curved" bay was declared a
protected marine life conservation area and underwater park in 1967. This is THE
BEST protected cove if you are new to scuba diving or snorkeling with a diverse
population of marine life and a large, rich coral reef. The bay floor is
actually the crater of an ancient volcano that flooded when the exterior wall
collapsed and the ocean rushed in.
 More
photo opportunities with a stop at the Blow Hole lookout where the beautiful
beaches of Koko Head force their way through a tiny hole in a lava ledge and
blows miniature geysers high into the air.
Also at the same location, the famous “Here to Eternity” beach where
Burt Lancaster kisses the girl.
We now arrive at our destination, Sea Life Park, where  Hawaii's marine life comes alive
in a
dazzling display that will entertain and delight. Sea Life Park is a world-class
marine attraction perched between the majestic Koolau Mountain Range and
breathtaking Makapuu Beach. See dolphins dance, sea lions sing, and penguins
perform in this magical place by the sea. Enjoy all the exhibits and shows that Sea Life Park has to
offer. Also available to anyone who
has ever dreamed of swimming with the dolphins.
We offer in addition to this tour two (2) interactive programs.
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Splash U- See how Sea Life Park trainers use positive reinforcement techniques to
train the dolphins and learn about the research and education programs provided
by the park. Learn how trainers use
positive reinforcement techniques to train the dolphins.
Learn the signals that dolphins respond to when performing in shows.
Experience training lessons with trainers during shallow water
interaction. Opportunity to reward
dolphin behavior with a variety of reinforcements including fish! (Shorts or
swimsuit, no swimming required)
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 Dophins Adventure - This program offers an in-depth
interaction with the animals. Participants will enter the dolphin's environment
during a deep water encounter and learn about dolphin anatomy, physiology,
training and conservation. Experience a personal training lesson with Sea Life
Park trainers and have a chance to view the dolphins underwater and up close
with "dive masks!" (Swimsuit required)
Time is allotted
to participate in any of the programs, have lunch at the Galley Buffet plus
enjoy the parks shows and exhibits at your own pace.
Your exclusive mini-coach will be ready for your return to your hotel at
1:15pm
Jonathon Von Brana has
been hailed by national media like Life magazine, Las Vegas Review
and Los Angeles Times as one of the greatest living Elvis impersonators,
and when you catch his Blue Hawaii show you'll understand exactly why! This
talented young man belts out all of Elvis' greatest hits, backed by a
world-class cast of exciting dancers and musicians. You'll have a great time
singing along to romantic ballads and rock and roll anthems that the King
himself made famous in the movies and concerts that he filmed right here in the
Island.
DAY 5 FISH MARKET
 Tour
begins before the birds or the sunrises in the east. Bundled warmly with non-slip shoes you’ll witness a amazing
showcase to Hawaii’s fishing industry, This
morning at the newly built and relocated United Fishery refrigerated facility,
fishing boats will be unloaded, the fish weighed and labeled for sale.
The bell will open the bidding at 5:30am.
Ahi, Aku, Marlin, Wahoo, Swordfish, Opah, Monchong and Opakapaka will be
iced and displayed on plastic pallets as they have in days gone by.
Dozens of commercial buyers will squeeze sample chunks of ahi to assess
their firmness, color and desirable oil content before bidding.
You’ll see one whole tuna, much less a room full of them. Longline,
deep-sea bottom fish and small-boat commercial fisheries both island and foreign
supply the auction with as little as a few thousand pounds to as much as 160,000
pounds of fish on a daily basis. The
group
would be divided up as our guide will lead us through this everyday business
transaction. You’ll leave with
new knowledge about that next can of tuna you purchase at the grocery store.
Before heading over to Kualoa
Ranch, you’ll travel into the lush Nuuanu Valley as we drive into and through
a tropical rainforest and through an actual tree tunnel. We will stop for a continental
breakfast of pastries, fruit, coffee and jucie at the famous Nuuanu Pali Lookout
(“Cool Height Cliff”).  Described by Mark Twain as one of
the most beautiful views on Earth, you will see the turquoise waters of
Kaneohe Bay and the jagged, 2000
foot vertical cliffs of the majestic Koolau volcano mountain range.
Overlooking the 985 foot cliffs of the pali, it was here in 1795 that
King Kamehameha and his warriors defeated the O'ahu armies by sending them over
these steep, forested cliffs and claiming his victory and uniting the Hawaiian
Islands. The breathtaking sight and the gruesome history of the battle fought
here is enough to cause a chill to run up your spine. Add to that the incredible
winds that often pass through the Pali and you may be swept off your feet!
We will venture over the
Pali to Kualoa Ranch. Kualoa is one
of the most historically significant destinations on Oahu, and in ancient times,
one of the most sacred places on the island. In 1850, Dr. Gerrit P. Judd
purchased the land from King Kamehameha III and the property has remained in the family every since. The
current family owners strive to be role model stewards of the ‘aina (land), by
preserving and protecting it from development.
Kualoa means 'long back', with it’s deep valleys and beautiful
mountains.
 We’ll board an unconventional green bus for the Ranch/
Movie Set/Garden tour that will take you through the fascinating ranch complex,
view an old WWII military defense bunker made into a mini museum, with Hawaiian
historical exhibits, drive by the old Sugar Mill established in 1863, and hear
stories of the ranch's background with Hawaiian legends and more.
As we travel to Ka'a'awa Valley
you'll see aquaculture ponds in the distance and pass by 30 acres of orchids
grown for world-wide distribution. You may also see cattle grazing in the fields
and you'll stop near the Hawaiian Village while the guide explains the different
structures.
 You'll continue deep into the
valley where JURASSIC PARK, MIGHTY JOE YOUNG, PEARL HARBOR, WINDTALKERS and
other feature films were made. There are remnants of some of the more recent
films and guides will point out filming locations of previous movies. There are
several stops for photographs so bring your camera.
 From deep within the valley we’ll travel to the ocean shore and view tropical gardens and an ancient
Hawaiian fishpond. Learn the
history of the land, the ancient people and the family who owns the land that
Kualoa sits on. We’ll enjoy
our
informative guide, who could just be one of the owners himself, a Polynesian
prince or ranch hand, but all as entertaining and informative as the other.
On our return to the main
ranch house, you’ll enjoy a scrumptious ranch style BBQ lunch, that can be
enjoyed inside in cool air-conditioned comfort or on the veranda relaxing and
overlooking the ocean and ranch with Chinaman’s Hat island in the background.
It’s ultimately unbelievable, to be a part of this paradise, to be
standing beneath the beauty of these mountains with the blue pacific ocean at
your feet.
It’s been a long morning
and now you’ll travel back over the mountains to the city.
Enjoy the view and keep the memories of this forgotten paradise for you
won’t be back this way for a long, long time.
EVENING 5 DON HO DINNER SHOW
Tourists came, but so did locals and, after a while, visiting Hollywood
stars--any of whom might take to the stage.
Those rowdy years brought stardom to Don and made Duke's Hawaii's most
popular nightclub. In 1966, Don
erupted on the national show biz scene when he broke all previous attendance
records at Hollywood's Cocoanut Grove. Other
star turns naturally followed; return engagements at the Grove, feature spots at
the Sands in Las Vegas, Harrah's at Lake Tahoe, the Palmer House in Chicago, the
Americana Hotel's Royal Box in New York, TV guest appearances with Johnny
Carson, Joey Bishop and Art Linkletter, and his own hour-long color TV special.
DAY 6 DAY OF LEISURE
OR OPTIONAL TOURS
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ONE-DAY
VOLCANO TOUR
$ 280.00 PP
Explore one of the world’s most active volcano. The Big Island of
Hawaii share with its visitors its hidden treasures, volcanoes and its tropical
rainforest. this fully narrated adventure features a special visit to the recent
lava flows, small craters, a waterfall, beautiful nurseries, lovely villages,
black sand beaches and much more. Visit and Discover the following sights &
stops
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HELICOPTER
TOUR
$ 138.00 PP
Oahu helicopter
tour, and offers an amazing combination of history and wilderness. You’ll
travel along the south coast towards Waikiki and Diamond Head Crater. The
helicopter will circle the popular snorkeling place Hanauma Bay then continue
with miles of white sandy beaches along the east coast, as well as a spectacular
view of the Ko’olau mountain chain, and the historically important Nu’uanu
Pali Pass. The last part of your flight takes you over tropical valleys back to
the starting point of your trip and allows you to see Pearl Harbor and the
Arizona Memorial before landing.
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WHALE
WATCH
$60.00 PP
Have lunch with
Hawaii’s largest visitors -- the great humpback whales!
During whale watching season from January through April, you’ll have an
opportunity to see these giant sea mammals from your vantage point aboard the
American Dream. Avid whale fans
will hear lively and informative descriptions of unusual whale behavior provided
by expert naturalists, and see upclose views of these magnificent creatures as
they nurse and play with their young.
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IOLANI PALACE TOUR
$ 20.00 PP
'Iolani Palace is the only true royal
palace in the United States and the last official residence of the kings and
queens who ruled Hawaii. King Kalakaua and Queen Kapiolani completed the palace
in 1882. The design of the palace was influenced by King Kalakaua's world
travels and was the first to be equipped with telephones and electric lights. It
served as the monarch residence until the dethronement of Queen Lili'uokalani in
1893 by American businessmen. The Queen surrendered to the United States to
prevent the bloodshed of her people and hence, Hawaii became a territory of the
U.S. The building then served as the Capitol, first for the Territory and then
the State. The new State Capitol was built in 1969 and the palace was restored
to its royal grandeur.The palace grounds include the 'Iolani Barracks, Royal
Tomb, Coronation Pavilion, and gift shop. To the right is a picture of the
Coronation Pavilion for King David Kalakaua, the Merry Monarch, and Queen
Kapi'olani in 1883.
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KO’OLAU GOLF TOUR
$ 125.00 PP
Carved out of a magnificent tropical rain forest, Ko‘olau Golf Club is
considered one of the most challenging courses in the nation.
Nestled directly below the popular Pali Lookout with breathtaking views
of cascading waterfalls, Ko‘olau’s par 72 layout is unlike any other in the
world. Ko‘olau has the
distinction of being named one of the top two golf courses in Hawaii by Golf
Digest (1997). Encompassing three
distinct climate zones, Ko‘olau features dramatic vistas of the windward-side
of the island and the Pacific Ocean, extreme elevation changes, winding ravines
and an abundance of lush native vegetation.
Ko‘olau Golf Club is consistently rated among the top golf courses in
Hawaii. The only course with bent
grass greens on the island of Oahu. Ko‘olau
provides any golfer not only a formidable challenge, but an unsurpassed
experience as well.
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SPA
TREATMENT
$ 98.00 UP
Pamper Yourself!
Mandara Spa, a
luxury resort spa management company, provides one of Hawaii's most beautiful
and complete spas. Upon entering the Spa, you'll be transported into a world of
relaxation and rejuvenation with a host of spa treatments that incorporate
Hawaiian, Asian, Western, European and Polynesian beauty and relaxation
concepts. Mandara Spa offers
exquisite Balinese-style service, as well as Asian spices and oils for masques,
scrubs, wraps and other treatments. You will also be able to experience massage
styles ranging from Swedish to Hawaiian lomi lomi as well as Mandara's trademark
Mandara Massage that features two therapists working in unison for the ultimate
pampering experience.
EVENING 6 EVERYONE IS ON THEIR OWN FOR DINNER
DAY 7 SHOP 'TIL YOU DROP' TOUR
 There’s no if’s,
and’s or but’s. The Aloha
Stadium Flea Market is a Must. You’ve
seen the beautiful sights, now’s it’s time to get down to business, and
we’ve got the best place to do it.
The
Aloha Stadium Flea Market is Hawaii's biggest outdoor swap meet with
unbelievable bargains! With hundreds of vendors selling everything from local
arts and crafts to clothing, souvenirs, jewelry, luggage, sunglasses, shoes,
accessories, housewares and much, much more the only thing you’ll leave
wishing you had more of is time to shop the great bargains! The Aloha Flea
Market has been a running event for over twenty years and attracts about 900
vendors and sellers and thousands of shoppers, buyers and visitors.
You will find the seller’s tents and stalls are set up in the Aloha
Stadium parking lot in four or five concentric circles. The Aloha Stadium is
right next to Pearl Harbor, but most visitors to Honolulu know Aloha Stadium as
the site of the NFL’s annual Pro Bowl. It’s
been played
here for over twenty years. Aloha
Stadium is also the home field of the University of Hawaii’s football them,
the Warriors. They are Hawaii’s
only Division I NCAA football team.You’ll be allowed 3 hours to shop or ‘til
you drop. It takes approximately 45
minutes to circle the stadium once. It
is recommended that you dress comfortably for it can get hot and sticky.
Wear sunscreen, have a large brim hat, bottle of water and comfortable
walking shoes.
On
the return to the hotel, we’ll make a stop at Hilo Hattie’s Factory Outlet.
You’ll be greeted with shell lei’s, witness the factory process and
see the largest Aloha Shirt ever made. You
will be able to shop in air-conditioned comfort
and given a discount coupon to apply to any of the Hilo Hattie Labeled items you
might find.
So
shoppers, get on your running shoes, because you’re going to SHOP ‘TIL YOU DROP
EVENING 7
ROYAL ALII LUAU
 The
Hawaii you’ve dreamed of still exists at Paradise Cove Luau Village, a
12acre beachfront Polynesian retreat on Oahu’s leeward coast.
The evening ahead is filled with fun and excitement.
Enjoy the lavish island, style feast and refreshing drinks and get
set for the highlight of the evening, the Spectacular Polynesian
Revue, featuring the unique hulas of Hawaii, Samoa, Tahiti and New Zealand, and
the thrilling, spine tingling fire knife dance.
DAY
8 DEPARTURE DAY
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