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On the Road: Best of Hawaii, Maui, Kauai and Oahu

Program No. 1410RJ
Hit the road for an in-depth exploration of four Hawaiian islands, learning about traditional culture, active volcanoes, vibrant wildlife and the true essence of this paradise on earth.
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National ParksRegional StudiesOn the RoadNature & Environment
Length
21 days
Rating (4.95)
Activity Level
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14,199
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21 days
20 nights
53 meals
18B 17L 18D
1
Check-in, Registration, Orientation, Welcome Dinner
Hilo, Hawaii
2
Lyman Museum, Rainbow Falls, Hawaii’s Ancient Places
Hilo, Hawaii
3
North Hawaii Field Trip, Akaka Falls, Kamehameha’s Temple
Hilo, Hawaii
4
Tsunami Museum, Native Hawaiian Plant Garden
Hilo, Hawaii
5
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Kona
Kona, Hawaii
6
Snorkeling, Historical Kailua-Kona Walk
Kona, Hawaii
7
Free Day
Kona, Hawaii
8
Pu'uhonua o Honaunau NHP, Kona Coffee Farm
Kona, Hawaii
9
Fly to Maui Island
Maui
10
Humpback Whales, free afternoon for whale watching
Maui
11
Historical Lahaina, Sugar Museum
Maui
12
Haleakala National Park
Maui
13
Fly to Kaua’i, Spouting Horn Blowhole, Botanical Garden
Kaua'i
14
Free Day
Kaua'i
15
Waimea Canyon, Koke'e State Parks
Kaua'i
16
Hanalei Town and Bay & National Wildlife Refuge
Kaua'i
17
Fly to O'ahu Island, Pearl Harbor Memorial
Honolulu
18
Bishop Museum, Waikiki Aquarium, Luau
Honolulu
19
Pali Lookout, 'Iolani Palace, Chinatown
Honolulu
20
Windward & North Shore O'ahu, Waimea Valley Park and Gardens
Honolulu
21
Program Concludes
Honolulu
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At a Glance

Explore the unique beauty of four Hawaiian Islands: the Big Island of Hawaii, the Valley Isle of Maui, the Garden Isle of Kauai and Oahu, the Gathering Place. Hear the stories of Hawaii as told in song and dance and savor the “mana” or spiritual essence of the land. Experience aspects of the islands’ culture and environment not seen by the casual visitor, as you learn from local experts about ecology, language and history. Experience the spectacular beauty and vibrant history of Hawaii’s four main islands.
Activity Level
On Your Feet
Walking up to one-half mile on uneven terrain. Elevations of 4,000-10,000 feet.

Best of all, you’ll…

  • Visit Kilauea, the world's most active volcano, and Haleakala, the great dormant volcano with a summit of 10,000 feet.
  • Experience Waimea, the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific.”
  • Honor those who lost their lives at Pearl Harbor in December 1941 at the USS Arizona Memorial.
Featured Expert
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John Stallman
John Stallman has been an Interpretive Ranger at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. His background is biology and native plants of Hawaii, particularly sandalwood. He is a frequent lecturer on the natural history of Hawaii and a much sought after speaker on native Ohi'a trees. John currently lives in Puna on Hawaii Island, and advises community groups on ways to preserve the native landscape.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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John Stallman View biography
John Stallman has been an Interpretive Ranger at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. His background is biology and native plants of Hawaii, particularly sandalwood. He is a frequent lecturer on the natural history of Hawaii and a much sought after speaker on native Ohi'a trees. John currently lives in Puna on Hawaii Island, and advises community groups on ways to preserve the native landscape.
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Susan McGovern View biography
Susan McGovern was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, of Chinese-Hawaiian ancestry. She has been leading Road Scholar groups since 1985. A former Park Ranger, she enjoys sharing the unique native plant and animal environment of Hawaii, as well as the values and traditions of her native culture. She and her Irish-born husband Rob have lived in Volcano for nearly 30 years, and continue to enjoy the dynamic life on the Big Island.
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Jay Robinson View biography
Jay Robinson graduated from Guilford College with a B.S. in biology with an emphasis in environmental studies, after which he became a Ranger with the National Park Service. Over his 40-year career, he has worked across the nation in parks including Great Smoky Mountains, Cape Hatteras, Joshua Tree, Everglades, Denali, Katmai, Gate of the Arctic, and Cape Lookout National Seashore. Jay retired after the 2018 eruption of Kilauea. Today, he volunteers in the Rotary Club of Volcano and the Volcano Community Foundation.
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