About the Tour
Expert historians James M. Scott and Jonathan Parshall, two of the foremost international authorities on World War II in the Pacific, join you on daily touring and deliver a signature lecture series throughout the itinerary. Along the way, enjoy five-star accommodations, group flights, a comprehensive meal package, and exclusive touring throughout the itinerary. Create an even more comprehensive itinerary with our post-tour extension: The Battle for Peleliu.
Program Pricing
Price per person based on Double Occupancy
$16,999 $15,999*
Price per person based on Single Occupancy
$20,999 $19,999*
*$329 per person taxes and fees are additional.
Full Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Sunday, March 23, 2025
Arrival to Guam* / Group flight to Saipan
- Arrive by specific time (early afternoon) to board the group flight to Saipan (evening)
Accommodations: Kensington Hotel Saipan (D)
*Due to the long flight time from the continental US and crossing the International Date Line, it is strongly
recommended to arrive in Guam early to overcome jet lag and to avoid flight delays or cancellations. Contact the
Educational Travel Team for information on booking additional hotel nights, including airport transfers.
Day 2: Monday, March 24, 2025
Explore Saipan
Touring highlights include Mount Topochau, Kalabera Cave, American Memorial Park, Last Command Post and Hill 60, Purple Heart Highway, and Suicide Cliffs
Welcome sunset reception outside of the Ohas Bar and lobby
Accommodations: Kensington Hotel Saipan (B, L, R, D)
Day 3: Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Saipan
Touring includes the landing beaches in southern Saipan, the remains of Aslito Airfield, and American Memorial Park
Accommodations: Kensington Hotel Saipan (B, L, D)
Day 4: Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Tinian
White Beach, North Field, Atomic bomb pits, and Lunch at JC cafe
Accommodations: Kensington Hotel Saipan (B, L, D)
Day 5: Thursday, March 27, 2025
Tinian
Touring highlights include Marpo Point, House of Taga, Taga Beach BBQ and swim
Accommodations: Kensington Hotel Saipan (B, L, D)
Day 6: Friday, March 28, 2025
Saipan to Guam
Optional morning tank swim or Garapan Museum / Afternoon flight to Guam / Welcome Reception in Lobby bar
Accommodations: Dusit Thani Guam Resort (B, L, R)
Day 7: Saturday, March 29, 2025
Battle of Guam
Touring highlights include Piti Point, Guam National Park Museum, landing beaches, and Asan Overlook
Accommodations: Dusit Thani Guam Resort (B, L)
Day 8: Sunday, March 30, 2025
Hafa Adai Half-a-Day Tour - optional cultural touring Valley of the Latte
Evening Farewell Reception and Dinner
Accommodations: Dusit Thani Guam Resort (B, R, D)
Day 9: Monday, March 31, 2025
Departures
Return flight home or continue to Battle for Peleliu post-tour
(B)
Add The Battle for Peleliu 4-Night Optional Post-Tour Extension and experience a more comprehensive Pacific Theater of Operations tour at an unbeatable value.
Program Inclusions
- Travel with featured historians Jonathan Parshall and James Scott, with daily commentary and exclusive lecture series
- Five nights’ accommodations at the five-star Kensington Hotel in Saipan
- Three nights’ accommodations at the five-star Dusit Thani Guam Resort
- Roundtrip group air between Guam and Saipan, and Saipan and Tinian
- 8 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 3 receptions, and 6 dinners
- Beer, wine, coffee, water, tea, and soft drinks at all included meals and receptions
- Personal listening devices on all included touring
- Entrance fees to all sites, museums, and attractions included in the itinerary
- Video oral history presentations from the Museum’s collections
- Private, air-conditioned motor coach transportation, including bottled water on excursions
- All airport transportation throughout program itinerary, including arrival transfer (Guam/ Saipan) and departure transfer (Guam) when arriving and departing on scheduled program dates*
- Gratuities to local guides, drivers, porters, and included meal service
- Informative map book, including battlefield maps and archival images to be used throughout your journey
*airport transfers are included with additional hotel nights if booked through the Educational Travel Program
Download the Brochure
Download the official The Pacific Campaign brochure for a full listing of inclusions, accommodations, and other useful information.
Note: Brochure is a sample and does not reflect the 2025 or 2026 itinerary. Check back in February 2025 for updated digital brochure!