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

Program No. 1410RJ
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Duration
21 days
Program Begins
Hilo, Hawaii
Program Concludes
Honolulu
Meals
53 ( 18B, 17L, 18D )
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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.
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.
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Glenn Miyashiro
Glenn Miyashiro was born and raised in Halawa, Aiea on the island of Oahu. He is third-generation Okinawan with Filipino ancestry. He has spent most of his career as an entertainer in Waikiki with various groups including the popular variety show "Society of Seven" from the 1980s to 2013. He has been associated with Hawaii's Road Scholar programs since 2010. He enjoys seeing people happy and enjoying themselves and is a fountain of knowledge in many topics.
Please Note:
This expert may not be available for every date of the program
Please Note:
These experts may not be available for every date of the program
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.
Glenn Miyashiro was born and raised in Halawa, Aiea on the island of Oahu. He is third-generation Okinawan with Filipino ancestry. He has spent most of his career as an entertainer in Waikiki with various groups including the popular variety show "Society of Seven" from the 1980s to 2013. He has been associated with Hawaii's Road Scholar programs since 2010. He enjoys seeing people happy and enjoying themselves and is a fountain of knowledge in many topics.
Pat Lau was born and raised on the island of Oahu. Pat has Chinese, Japanese, and Hawaiian ancestry. She enjoys sharing her experiences of growing up amid the cultural diversity in the islands. A business professional, she excelled in customer service training. She has been a Road Scholar group leader since 2010. Her personal travels have taken her to China, Japan, East Asia, India, Egypt, Europe, Canada, Bahamas, Mexico, the Western Caribbean, and several cities across the continental United States. 
Activity Level
On Your Feet
Walking up to 2 miles per day over varied terrain including paved paths, sidewalks, park trails, and some uneven, rocky and sandy or damp sections. Standing up to 2 hours per day. Program will require approximately 23 miles of walking over 20 days. Snorkeling in local bay for up to 2 hours. Elevations up to 10,000 feet. Expect varied temperatures and humidity from warm coastal environments to cold with wind chill at high elevations. Travel requires boarding and disembarking motorcoaches and minibuses several times a day and unavoidable use of stairs. Must be physically capable of participating in all planned program activities.
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  • Peace of Mind

    We want your Road Scholar learning adventure to be something to look forward to—not worry about. That’s why we go to the ends of the earth to give you peace of mind, from the moment you enroll until the day you return home.

    An illustration of a hand using a pen to check off the final item on a clipboard checklist
  • Assurance Plan

    Road Scholar is committed to the well-being of every participant, whether on a program in the United States or abroad. That’s why all participants are covered under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan, which provides 24-hour assistance in the event of an emergency during your program, as well as insurance for emergency medical evacuation.

    An illustration of an elderly man sitting at a computer with a pair of binoculars beside him
  • Want to Protect Your Investment?

    Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.

    An illustration of an elderly woman holding a piggy bank, with the Eiffel Tower in the background
  • Sustainable Travel

    We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.

    An illustration of a hand holding a globe with a small bird flying around it