Samoa Royal Tours Programme
03 June - 11June
WELCOME TO SAMOA. FOUND IN THE HEART OF THE PACIFIC OCEAN BELOW THE EQUATOR, OUR ISLANDS ARE HALF WAY BETWEEN NEW ZEALAND AND HAWAII.
Talofa lava and welcome to Beautiful Samoa. Samoa is considered the heart of Polynesia. It has a 3000-year-old way of life called Faʻa Samoa that underpins a memorable visitor experience. Samoa is a postcard of natural beauty consisting of ten islands, each offering very distinct and different environments to explore.
Blessed with stunning land and seascapes, and friendly people who are proud of their country, there are many versions of paradise to discover. Drive around in a day, or take a leisurely trip over a few days or even tour by cycle for a week, or just base yourself at a resort and relax. From the rugged volcanic mountain peaks of Savaii to the vast valleys leading down to Upoluʻs coastline ringed with a necklace of white sandy beaches, there is endless natural beauty to see. Explore Samoa lush green fertile valleys where banyan trees tower above the tropical rainforest canopy.
Take time to cool down at a watering hole next to one of Samoas many cascading waterfalls that drop into rivers cutting jagged lines through the valley floor as they make their way to the ocean. We trust you will enjoy your visit to our beautiful island paradise.
Fa’afetai tele,
Toleafoa Pativaine Petaia Tevita
Chief Executive Officer
SAMOA TOURISM AUTHORITY
Email: pativaine@samoa.travel
Contact: (685) 63531
GENERAL INFORMATION THINGS THAT YOU WILL NEED *Protective sunscreen *Insect repellent *Bottled Water - it will be very warm and most likely quite humid and you will need plenty of fluids – although the tap water is clean, it is not recommended to drink.
Day 1 (Saturday)
19:10
Flight HU435 arrives at Faleolo International Airport
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Welcome ceremony by Samoa Tourism Authority (Greetings by performance group, Miss Samoa and leis and also Entertainment)
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Private transportation to hotel
20:30
Travel from Airport to Hotels
22:00
Hotel check-in, Dinner
GENERAL INFORMATION THINGS THAT YOU WILL NEED *Protective sunscreen *Insect repellent *Bottled Water - it will be very warm and most likely quite humid and you will need plenty of fluids – although the tap water is clean, it is not recommended to drink.
Day 2 (Sunday) Transit Hotel
07:00
Breakfast
10:00
Check out From Transit Hotel
11:00
Robert Louis Stevenson Museum
Take a tour of the home of the famous Scottish author who spent his final years in Samoa. Known as “Tusitala” (Samoan for “teller of tales”) his works include Kidnapped, Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde and Treasure Island. His beautiful mansion Vailima has been recovered into a Museum set within lush gardens and is open to the public
12:00
14:00
Botanical Garden tour
16:00
Tour of the town area
17:00
Check into main stay Hotel
Day 3 (Monday)
07:00
Breakfast
09:00
Optional - Botanical Garden tour
12:00
Lunch
14:00
Fugalei Produce Market & Flea Market
​• The produce market in Apia is open every day of the week. One offer is a dazzling array of fresh local produce as well as some cooked Samoan favourites to nibble on.Walk along the aisles of family owned and operated stalls and marvel at the sheer number of bananas, coconuts and taro in all shapes, colours and sizes, as well as a plethora of other exotic tropical fruits and vegetables
• This is also a wonderful outdoor market that sells a variety of traditional
• hand-made Samoan goods using natural materials.
16:00
Return to hotel
Free Time
Day 4 (Tuesday)
07:00
Breakfast
09:00
Samoa-China Agriculture Technical Aid Project Visit
This bilateral agreement was signed by the Chinese and Samoan government, the Chinese government authorized the Hunan Provincial Foreign Agricultural Economic Cooperation Center (HPAFECC) through public bidding to implement the project phases I-IV since 2010. After 10 years, SCATAP have established 1 demonstration farm and 9 agricultural stations; supported 100 model farmers; promoted a large number of new crop varieties, new technologies, new agricultural machineries and new facilities; and trained more than 10,000 person/times for local farmers and technicians.The China-Samoa Demonstration Farm at Nu’u village has become the largest and most comprehensive demonstration farm aided by China in the Pacific Island Countries
13:00
The beach is a picturesque white sand beach lined with beach fales and magnificent views of the smaller outer islands located on the south coast of Upolu. Voted by Lonely Planet as one of the top 10 Beach Destinations of the World.
Optional activities: swimming, snorkelling and kayaking
14:00
Piula Fresh Water Pool
18:00
Welcome Dinner and Ava Ceremony
Enjoy a traditional Welcome Ava Ceremony hosted by the Minister of Tourism The Ava Ceremony is one of the most important customs of Samoa. It is a solemn ritual in which a ceremonial beverage is shared to mark important occasions in Samoan society. Experience traditional Samoan food/ Samoan Siva/ Fire knife dancing
12:00
Lunch
* Please remember to take Swim wear, Towel, Sunscreen and a hat for swimming and jandals / flip flops
16:00
Return to Hotel
Day 5 (Wednesday)
* Please remember to take sunscreen,sun hat, swimming attire and towel, also comfortable walking shoes
07:00
09:00
10:00
11:00
12:00
13:00
15:00
18:00
20:00
Breakfast
Sopo’aga Waterfall
The powerful Sopo’aga Falls are found at Lotofaga village. Alongside the path to the viewing area are many different types of Samoan plants and trees which are labelled by their Samoan and scientific names
To Sua Ocean Trench
• To Sua Giant Swimming Hole. A stunning attraction site featuring a unique land formation consisting of two giant holes joined via an ancient lava tube cave. One without water and the other a beautiful 30m deep swimming hole with turquoise water accessed by a ladder. This site also offers lush gardens, day fales with cliff top views, blowholes, sea arches and rock pools to explore.
• Optional: Swim
• The beach is a picturesque white sand beach lined with beach fales and magnificent views of the smaller outer islands located on the south coast of Upolu. Voted by Lonely Planet as one of the top 10 Beach Destinations of the World • Optional activities: swimming, snorkelling and kayaking
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Day 6 (Thursday)
07:00
09:00
11:30
Breakfast
Leulumoega School of Fine Arts & Museum
The EFKS Museum is situated approximately twelve miles west of the capital of Apia and about the same distance east of Faleolo International Airport. It is Samoa’s largest Museum.
14:00
The experience will showcase authentic demonstrations of traditional Samoan activities including wood carving, basket weaving, tapa making and a traditional tattoo exhibition. Additionally, treat yourself to a meal straight out of the Umu (earth oven). Meet and interact with Matai (Chiefs), Tatau Masters, Carvers and Siapo (tapa) and elei (traditional designs on fabric) Markers at the Cultural Village.
16:00
Return to Hotel
18:00
Dinner
Day 7 (Friday)
Please make sure you visit all the shops around town Same shops as last week, Also visit Treasure Box
06:00
09:30
10:00
Breakfast
12:00
13:00
Lunch & Resting
Downtown Shopping
15:00
18:00
Return to hotel
Dinner
Day 8 (Saturday)
* Please remember to take sunscreen,sun hat, swimming attire and towel, also comfortable walking shoes
07:00
)9:30
12:00
14:00
18:00
Breakfast
Return to Hotel
Farewell Dinner
20:30
Return to Hotel
Day 9 (Sunday)
06:30
09:00
11:30
Breakfast
Christianity is the mainstream religion in Samoa, and every visitor to Samoa should experience a Sunday Church service. See the locals in their beautiful Sunday attire and listen to their angelic voices singing from their hearts. It will be an unforgettable experience.