Tour Information

King Kamehameha Basketball Classic

Honolulu, Hawaii
June 20-27, 2011

Below is the schedule for your tour in beautiful Honolulu, Hawaii. Please remember the schedule is subject to change. A final itinerary will be provided to you upon arrival.

Mon, June 20 | Depart Home; Arrive in Honolulu This Evening

Upon arrival at the Honolulu International Airport you will receive a traditional Hawaiian Lei Greeting and be taken directly to the hotel. An Elite Sports representative will greet you at the hotel and assist you with express check-in. You will then have the remainder of the afternoon and evening to explore the Waikiki Beach area.

Tue, June 21 | Sightseeing Tour - Evening Polynesian Show and Dinner

Today will be a full day of sightseeing and fun. The tour bus will leave the hotel at 9:30 AM for the Aloha Flea Market at Aloha Stadium. You will find all things Hawaiian at this shopping bonanza. This is a great place to do your shopping for the week. After your morning shopping spree we will stop for a brief lunch (on your own) at a local fast food restaurant. We will then continue on to the fabulous Pali Lookout. Here you will have the chance to take some breathtaking photos with your teammates. We will then continue on our sightseeing journey past some of Oahu’s most beautiful scenery which includes: the Halona Blow Hole, sandy beach.

Once you arrive back to the Waikiki area, the team will head to the Polynesian show and Dinner. This is sure to be one of the highlights of the week.

Wed, June 22 | Day at Leisure

You will have this day to explore the island of Oahu. Your team may want to take an optional sightseeing excursion such as snorkeling at Hanauma Bay, parasailing, swimming at the North Shore or maybe climb to the top of Diamond Head Crater. See the Elite Sports staff for help booking your sightseeing excursions. Whatever your choice, this day will be one to remember.

Thu, June 23 | Day at Leisure - King’s Jubilee at the Hilton Hawaiian Village

Today will be yours to again experience all Honolulu has to offer. See your Elite Sports tour guide for a list of activities to enjoy…Friday Evening - The King’s Jubilee…As a guest at the Hilton Hawaiian Village you will enjoy authentic Hawaiian entertainment and a beach front fireworks show. The color and pageantry of Hawaii’s monarchy are brought to life in this regal tribute to King David Kalakaua, featuring the music, song and dance of the Polynesian Islands and the exciting Samoan Fire Knife Dance. The grand finale of this evening is a stunning beach front fireworks display that lights up Waikiki Beach.

Fri, June 24 | Tournament Play Begins

You will depart for the gymnasium in the morning or early afternoon. Your team will play two games today during the opening round of the “King Kamehameha Basketball Classic.” This evening you and your team may want to eat at the Hard Rock Cafe or the Planet Hollywood or maybe one of Waikiki’s best local restaurants - “Dukes” named in honor of Hawaii’s legendary surfer, Duke Kahanamoku.

TOURNAMENT INFORMATION

Games will be played in a pool play format.
Each team will compete in a single elimination tournament or “Medal Round” to determine the tournament champion.
National High School Federation rules will be in effect.
Players will range from 16-19 years of age.
Teams are guaranteed 4 games.

Sat, June 25 | Championship Finals

Each Team will be seeded and placed in the “Championship Medal Round” in the mid-morning. The finals will be at approximately 4:00 p.m. The awards ceremony will follow the finals and will be the closing of this fine event. After the games are complete, you and your teammates will want to enjoy your last night in Hawaii at one of the islands fine restaurants.

Sun, June 26 | Day at Leisure - Depart for Home

You and your team will have this morning and afternoon free to get in one last swim or maybe take the surfing lesson you’ve put off all week. We depart for the airport and our flight home late this afternoon.