The U.S. is a country of 50 states covering a vast swath of North America, with Alaska in the extreme Northwest and Hawaii extending the nation’s presence into the Pacific Ocean. Major cities include New York, a global finance and culture center, and Washington, DC, the capital, both on the Atlantic Coast; Los Angeles, famed for filmmaking, on the Pacific Coast; and the Midwestern metropolis Chicago.
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The U.S. is a country of 50 states covering a vast swath of North America, with Alaska in the extreme Northwest and Hawaii extending the nation’s presence into the Pacific Ocean. Major cities include New York, a global finance and culture center, and Washington, DC, the capital, both on the Atlantic Coast; Los Angeles, famed for filmmaking, on the Pacific Coast; and the Midwestern metropolis Chicago.
Facts about the U.S.A.
Capital: Washington, D.C.
Independence Day: July 4, 1776
Motto: In God We Trust
National Bird: Bald Eagle
National Flower: Rose
National Anthem: The Star-Spangled Banner
Area (50 states and District of Columbia only): 9,631,418 sq km *Note: Area of China: 9,596,960 sq km Area of HK: 1,092 sq km
Comparative Size: About one-half the size of Russia; about three-tenths the size of Africa; about one-half the size of South America (or slightly larger than Brazil); slightly larger than China; about two and one-half times the size of Western Europe.
Largest State: Alaska
Smallest State: Rhode Island
Largest Cities: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, Philadelphia,
Border Countries and Oceans: Canada, Mexico, Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Pacific San Diego, Detroit, Dallas, Phoenix, San Antonio Ocean *Note: World's third-largest country by size (after Russia and Canada) and by population (after China and India); Mt. McKinley is highest point in North America and Death Valley the lowest point on the continent.
Population: 295,734,134 (July 2005 est.)
Languages: English 82.1%, Spanish 10.7%, other Indo-European 3.8%, Asian and Pacific island 2.7%, other 0.7% (2000 census)
Religions: Protestant 52%, Roman Catholic 24%, Mormon 2%, Jewish 1%, Muslim 1%, other 10%, none 10% (2002 est.)
Day 01 – Welcome To Hawaii
Welcome to Oahu Island! Oahu is a mix of natural, historical and cultural experiences. You’ll enjoy Waikiki beach and the picturesque Pali lookout to name a few points of interest. Wherever you go, whatever you do on Oahu, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to enjoy this island’s treasures all the while being showered with the Aloha Spirit of Hawaii. (Meals: B)
Day 02 – Pearl Harbor & Historical Honolulu City Tour
Today you will take a tour to visit the Arizona Memorial & Pearl Harbor we will transport you to the morning of December 7, 1941 as you re-live the moment that thrust America into World War II. Your journey continues with a visit to Punchbowl National Cemetery of the Pacific & Courts of the Missing. Then you will see Honolulu's historic district which drive by `Iolani Palace, the only royal palace on American soil, Kawaiahao Church, the State Library and Archives and much more. (Meals: B)
Day 03 – Polynesian Cultural Show & Deluxe Circle Island Tour
Today you will go on the Circle Island Tour lets you explore the historical, scenic, & cultural highlights of Oahu. The tour includes Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, Dole Plantation, famous North Shore beaches, the Hawai'i Temple & more. Then you will experience Hā a Polynesian Cultural Show, the symbolic story of Mana and his beloved Lani, punctuated by Polynesian dance, music & blazing fire knives, featuring over 100 Polynesian natives, special effects, animation & surround sound. It is a Pacific isle saga of birth & death, love & family, triumph & tragedy. (Meals: B)
Day 04 – Diamond Head Scenic Coast Tour
Today you will head east towards Makapuu Point, Oahu's southeastern tip & an amazing lookout point. Then you're off to the nearby Halona Blowhole, an underwater lava tube that shoots water high into the air when waves flow into it. From here you also have a great view of Sandy Beach. Your tour guide will show you Kahala, the Beverly Hills of Oahu. It's where Hawaii's millionaires have their multi-million dollar mansions, surrounded by meticulously manicured, tropical gardens. (Meals: B)
Day 05 – Departure from Honolulu
After breakfast depart for the airport to board your flight for next Destination. (Meals: B)
Common Inclusions –
- Accommodation at centrally located hotels
- Daily breakfast at restaurant in the hotel
- Transfers on S.I.C basis.
- Sightseeing tours on S.I.C. basis with English speaking driver/guide
- Applicable entrance fees to visit attractions as per itinerary.
- Hotel Taxes except Resort Fees
Exclusions:
- Entrance fees at the monuments/ Parks etc which not mentioned in Inclusions
- Meals not mentioned above
- Airfare (International & Doemstic)
- Expenses of personal nature such as laundry telephone calls, drinks, tipping etc.
- Any kind of insurance
- Anything not mentioned in the itinerary
- Any activity which not mentioned
- Any increase in the govt. taxes & peak season Surcharge
- 4.50% Govt Service tax