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The Program provider for Road Scholar International Programs is Pacific Islands Institute.  Road Scholar is the new name for the programs developed and offered by Elderhostel, Inc., the not-for-profit world leader in lifelong learning and educational travel since 1975.
 
 
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Exploring Polynesian Cultures: Cook Islands to Tahiti & Bora Bora

Program #3030 | Cook Islands, Tahiti, Bora Bora | 16 nights
Take a firsthand look at life in these two ancient Polynesian island groups. Maori people of the Cook Islands are historically and culturally linked to the Tahitians of French Polynesia. Compare and contrast their history and... Learn More 
 
 
 
Program #16226 | Tahiti, Bora Bora | 11 nights
Venture to the remote islands of the Pacific for insights into a culture and landscape worlds apart from the mainland. Expert-led lectures and excursions examine island geology and historic Polynesian life and traditions...Learn More 
 
 
 

Revealing the Mysteries of Polynesia: Tahiti and Easter Island

Program #16160 | Tahiti, Easter Island | 12 nights
The isolated island of Easter Island, or Rapa Nui, was left dotted with enormous stone statues called “moai” when the civilization that flourished for more than a millennium disappeared. Embark on a fascinating investigation into the latest discoveries on Rapa Nui and in Tahiti, studying ancient...Learn More
 
 
 
Program #3892 | Chile, Easter Island | 19 nights
We take a unique learning expedition through two of the world's most fascinating and enchanting places: the Atacama Desert and Easter Island. Exploring extremes of Chile's natural beauty opens our minds to the experience of ancient peoples that once inhabited these diverse places...Learn More 
 
 
 
Program #16289 | Easter Island | 12 nights
Join archaeologists and other researchers for a hands-on exploration of one of the world’s most mysterious and fascinating places. Located thousands of miles from the mainland, Easter Island (Rapa Nui) continues to reveal the culture of its inhabitants...Learn More
 
 
Program #18535 | Palau, Yap | 14 nights

Strung across the Western Pacific like a thousand green emeralds on a sea of blue are the islands of Micronesia, or “little islands.” These islands are steeped in ancient traditions and fascinating legends, and also offer some of the best snorkeling in the world. Dive in and discover two of these sparkling gems — Palau and Yap....Learn More

 

Below and Above Blue Waters: Snorkeling and Exploring in Fiji

Program #17863 | Fiji | 12 nights
Through your snorkel mask you scan the gently swaying tentacles of a sea anemone. You see a fiery orange head poke out into the clear, warm water — a clownfish. You remember your classroom lesson about symbiosis... Learn More 
 
 
Program #14177 | Aranui freighter – Tahiti, Marquesas, Tuamotu | 16 nights
Step aboard the Aranui 3, the inter-island freighter that is the lifeblood of the French Polynesian islands for a study cruise. Meet local residents and learn about their history, economy, agriculture, government and art against the backdrop of some of the most spectacular natural beauty you will ever encounter....Learn More