Luxury Excursion Travel Society
South Pacific Holland America October 14, 2026
Viking - Paris to Switzerland
Our prices include:
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Extra night hotel at gateway city prior to start of tour (allows an extra day for delays)
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Gratuities on ship
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Trip cancellation insurance
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Pre departure dinner
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$900 airfare credit - flights Orlando to San Diego (Delta Comfort Class including 2 suitcases and 1 carry-on)
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Baggage Handling
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Round trip transfers from your home to Orlando Airport
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Transfers from hotel/airport to ship
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Excursions at each stop (14 total)
Additional charges incurred will be for additional tours not included in Itinerary, as well as dinners and or drink packages not listed in the itinerary.
If you want to add a beverage package, there are better options available before sailing.
Prices may vary due to availability at the time of booking. Prices of the cruise are confirmed when your deposit is applied.
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Flight from Orlando
San Diego
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Nawiliwili, Kaiai
Honolulu, Hawaii
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Kahului, Maui
Kona, Hawaii
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Crossing International Dateline, Cruising
Fanning Island, Kiribati
Crossing International Dateline, Cruising
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Rangiora, Society Islands
Huahine, Society Islands
Bora Bora, Society Islands
Raiatea, Society Islands
Papeete, Tahiti
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Moorea, Society Islands
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Fakarava, Tuamotu Islands
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Nuku Hiva, Marquesas Islands
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San Diego, California
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Holland America Zaandam Departing San Diego October 15th for 35 nights
Starting at $11,900.00 for Ocean view midship.
Veranda sold out!
Kauai Deluxe Sightseeing Flight
Enjoy a bird’s-eye view of Kauai’s unique scenery and see a side of the island most tourists miss out on. Tick natural wonders like the Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, Hanalei Bay, and tropical waterfalls off your sightseeing bucket list as you and a small group soar over the "Garden Island" in an aircraft specially designed for sightseeing. Your pilot provides narration through high-tech headsets during the flight, so you can enjoy their local insights.
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Guaranteed window seat with huge bubble windows for excellent views
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Slow flying for optimal picture-taking opportunities over Kauai
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Expert agricultural narration from a research scientist
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Two-way intercom system with state-of-the-art Bose noise-canceling headsets
Choose one of the following tours
Mauka Warriors Luau
Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Hawaii with this unforgettable luau experience. Indulging in delicious island cuisine, you’ll witness Polynesia's history of wars and warriors through the art of hula and fire dancing, embracing the spirit of aloha. Taking place on the sacred site of the Battle of Kipapa, you’ll experience mesmerizing music, warm hospitality, and the chance to connect with the heart and soul of the islands.
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Enjoy an authentic Hawaiian feast, all-you-can-eat style
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Witness fire-knife performances, Hawaiian war history, and traditional dance
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Learn about the Great Battle of Kipapa, King Kamehameha I, and more
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Hassle-free transfers available from select locations across Honolulu
Polynesian Culture Center
Located on O‘ahu’s North Shore, the Polynesian Cultural Center is a one-of-a-kind attraction showcasing the people, culture, arts, and crafts of Polynesia. Since 1963, it has welcomed millions of visitors and remains a favorite for both locals and tourists. As a non-profit, 100% of its revenue supports daily operations and the education of its student employees from nearby Brigham Young University-Hawaii. The Islands of Polynesia villages & HA: Breath of Life Package offers a full day of immersive experiences, including hands-on activities and cultural presentations across six Polynesian Island Villages. Conclude your evening with the spectacular HĀ: Breath of Life show, a breathtaking performance by over 100 talented Pacific Island performers in our open-air theater, bringing Polynesian stories to life.
Pearl Harbor
Tour the Pearl Harbor National Memorial with hotel pickup from Waikiki, the cruise port, or Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. See the two Pearl Harbor Museums, explore the Visitor Center, and watch an optional 23-minute documentary about the 1941 attack.
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Learn more about the attack on Pearl Harbor from your guide
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Ride a shuttle boat to the Arizona Memorial
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Get to and from the tour in a small group of no more than 14 people
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Plenty of time to reflect on what you see and learn
Heavenly Hana
The Hana Highway weaves along the northeast coast of Maui, and it’s well known on the island for the postcard-perfect waterfalls that punctuate it. Spend your day exploring these dramatic natural highlights and swimming in their pools on this fully-chauffeured tour. Instead of hiring your own expensive rental car and trying to drive this winding and unfamiliar road yourself, navigate the winding scenic roads of the Hana Highway with your guide at the wheel.
Kona Coffee Chocolate Tour
Hawaii is renowned for its coffee and chocolate, and this tour takes you behind the scenes of a traditional plantation. Learn how coffee is grown and produced, discover the chocolate-making journey from bean to bar, and have a chance to sample both delicacies. At the end of the tour, spend as much time as you like in the gift shop, where you can purchase homemade soaps and other products.
Fanning Island (Explore on your own)
Kiribati is for travellers – those who have a passion for exploring and discovering, people who like an adventure off the tourist trail to places where few have been before, and people who want to understand a country – not just see it. Kiribati will challenge your view of how life should be and show you a less complicated way of living where family and community come first.
Situated in the equatorial pacific, in the east Kiribati offers world class fishing (both game and bone fishing) from Kiritimati Island. In the west is the Gilbert Group of islands, which offer amazing and unique cultural experiences. The country’s capital of Tarawa has historic sites and artefacts where one of the bloodiest battles of World War II , the Battle of Tarawa.
If you are visiting as part of your work, we would encourage you to explore Kiribati to experience these delights – South Tarawa should not be the only Atoll you visit when you have 33 to choose from, even the nearby North Tarawa offers a very different perspective!
There are many adventures to be had on and around the islands that make up the nation of Kiribati. In a nation with the biggest water to land ratio in the world, water is a dominant feature in the lives of the I-Kiribati, and for all visitors.
Fishing is world class – centred on Kiritimati (Christmas) Island, one of the few places in the world you can saltwater fly fish, for the mighty fighting bone fish! The deeper waters around Kiritimati and the Gilbert Islands are also great places for record breaking game fishing.
For those looking for some culture, there is plenty to see and do around the island. Culture in Kiribati is still very uncommodified – the best way to experience a relatively untouched culture is to take a domestic flight or ferry across to an outer island and meet the ever friendly local people. If you come at the right time of year you may also be able to witness local celebrations, in religious holidays such as Easter or Christmas; or national celebrations such as Kiribati Independence. If you would like to take a bit the culture home with you, there amazing handicrafts for sale, still made the traditional way.
The Gilbert group of islands host a number of World War II historical sites. Tarawa, Makin (now called Butaritari), Abemama (also the ocean island of Banaba) were invaded by the Japanese in 1941, just after they bombed Pearl Harbour. After the Japanese fortified the atolls, In 1942 and 1943 US Marines conducted a number of large scale raids to remove the Japanese presence. Today, relics of the battles and forts can be visited.
Kiribati is also host to the Phoenix group of islands – including the Phoenix Islands Protected Area (PIPA), the world’s largest marine protected area. For bird lovers, this area hosts nesting and feeding grounds for 19 species of wild sea birds. For those that like it underwater, a vast playground hosting a rich diversity of fish (509 identified species) and other marine life (mammals, sharks, invertebrates, plant life) in plentiful numbers in windward, leeward and lagoon habitats.
If you like it on top of the water, there is amazing surf breaks off Fanning island.
Rangiora Island
Overview
SHARKS & BIRDS SPECIALIST
PINK SAND BEACH AT THE BLUE LAGOON (Only here on private island)
LOCAL LUNCH WITH COCONUT CRAB & WINE
CRUISERS
PICK UP AT THE DOCK IS INCLUDED
PICK UP AT 8 : 30
WE CAN ADJUST THE HOURS TO SUIT YOUR CRUISE
Nature lovers, our team will be happy to help you discover our paradise.
Huahine
Step off your ship at Huahine Port and settle into a comfortable 4x4 for a compact 3.5-hour circuit that blends culture, scenery, and island flavors. A local driver-guide keeps the pace easy with short walks and photo stops—ideal when shore time is limited.
Explore laid-back Fare, the Maeva archaeological area, a vanilla plantation, traditional fish traps, and a black pearl farm, then pause at the Belvedere for fresh fruit and juice. Enjoy gentle coastal views between stops and return to the wharf right on schedule for all-aboard. All visits are short, relaxed, and perfectly suited to families and small groups.
