Explore the Bay "Student Tour"
Day 1
P.M. Sail across the Elizabeth River on the American Rover Tall Ship Cruise, the largest passenger carrying topsail schooner operating under the US flag! This majestic, three-masted tall ship, modeled after the cargo schooners that once sailed the Chesapeake Bay, leaves from the downtown Norfolk pier for a narrated two-hour harbor cruise. Educational classes and pizza cruises are available for students.
Dinner
Jillian’s – a dream come true for students! Enjoy a student buffet with entertainment and games. A destination for fun and food and lots of enjoyment! (Group menus and private room available)
Day 2
A.M. Take a guided bus tour of the world’s largest naval installation, Naval Station Norfolk. A knowledgeable, active duty Navy sailor will board your motor coach at the Tour Office and give a narrated tour of the Base.
A.M. Explore the power of the sea at Nauticus, with one of many educational programs. Nauticus offers many educational programs including real scientist demonstrations for student groups. Nauticus also features more than 150 exhibits including computer and video interactive films on a giant screen, exotic aquaria, touch pools, shark petting, national-caliber traveling exhibits. Then stroll through 200 years of naval history at the Hampton Roads Naval Museum. (Student educated programs are available).
Next walk the teak decks and stand in the shoes of a real sailor aboard the USS Wisconsin, one of the last and largest battleships built by the US Navy. Stand beneath her 16-inch guns and feel the excitement of being aboard a historic warship.
Lunch
Watch the boats and ships on the decks of Nauticus with a boxed lunch.P.M. Add a little history in the program with The MacArthur Memorial. Discover the compelling story of General Douglas Macarthur, a five star general of the army and the millions of Americans who served our nation through five wars.
Dinner
Board the Spirit of Norfolk. Students can enjoy a nautical setting with dancing and live entertainment all while enjoying the panoramic skyline of Norfolk.Evening
Walk the cobblestone streets of the historic Freemason district and downtown Norfolk to learn about Sea Legends & Tales on a special Nauticus walk.
Day 3
A.M. Students can discover one of the largest collections of azaleas, camellias, roses and rhododendrons on the East Coast at Norfolk Botanical Garden. Experience 155 glorious acres by guided tours on foot, tram or boat. Students can get their hands dirty (or keep them clean) with an interactive educational programs presented by the Garden.
A.M. Get up close and personal with the animals at the Virginia Zoo. Add an educational program and learn a little more about the animals that make Virginia home.
