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Group Leader: Beverly S. Rother

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HawaiiTransit@AstronomicalTours.net

Transit of Venus 2012 - Hawaii

June 2 - June 9, 2012
9 days, 7 nights at Hawaii's Big Island Hilton Waikoloa
$1757* per person Double Occupancy

June 2, 2012 - Arrive and transfer to Hilton Waikoloa

June 3 - Day at leisure at Hilton Wailoloa

June 4 - After enjoying time in the sun, enjoy the Mauna Kea Summit & Stars stargazing tour:  Stargazing Tour includes transfers and Dinner included
The summit of Mauna Kea is renowned as the world’s greatest astronomical observation site. It is also one of Hawaii’s most sacred cultural sites. Learn about the remarkable evolution and changes our island’s natural world has experienced. Our dinner stop is at a historic ranch outpost. After dinner we make our way to the top for a sensational sunset. Stand in awe at the top of the world’s tallest volcano amidst the largest collection of telescopes on earth and some of the most dramatic scenery you’ll ever witness. And then, at a lower elevation, your Interpretive Naturalist will reveal the wonders and world-class clarity of our Hawaiian night skies.
Overnight, Hilton Wailoloa.

*Must be 16 years or older. Not advised for those with respiratory or heart conditions, pregnancy, or in poor health. Scuba divers please note that summit altitude is over 13,000 feet (4000 meters). Sunset & Star viewing subject to weather conditions.

June 5 - Transit day.  Our location offers good viewing of the entire transit from ingress to egress from the grounds of the vast Hilton Waikoloa resort.   This evening enjoy a traditional local celebration Luau at the resort. Enjoy the exotic Polynesian dances and music of the Pacific Rim, highlighted by an expansive Waikoloa luau buffet. Experience the traditional imu presentation - the native underground oven, featuring kalua pig. Sample island favorites perfectly accompanied by thrilling acts by professional performers.
Overnight, Hilton Wailoloa.

June 6 - Day at leisure at Hilton Wailoloa

June 7 - Today, we visit to Kilauea Volcano where sulfurous steam billowing out from deep fissures in the earth recreates a primeval setting. A cruise through Hilo Town, the floral center of the islands, displays vast fields of colorful orchids and vibrant anthuriums. A stop will be made at the Akatsuka Nursery and Big Island Candies. Time permitting, you’ll view delicate fans of sun-streaked rainbows hovering over Rainbow Falls as it plunges 80 feet over a volcanic cliff.

A no-host lunch stop will be made at the renowned Volcano House restaurant for a meal that will satisfy even the heartiest of appetites.
Overnight, Hilton Wailoloa.

June 8 - Day at leisure at Hilton Wailoloa

June 9, 2012 - Check out and departure


* Prices valid at time of posting.  
Subject to change until confirmed by deposit


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