Itinerary
- Day 1
Honolulu
You'll land in Hawaii and start easing into the Aloha Spirit right away. There's a flower lei greeting waiting for you, and then the rest of the afternoon is yours to explore Waikiki's golden beaches at whatever pace feels right. Later this evening, you'll meet up with your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Hawaiian-style dinner.
- Meals
- Dinner (Hawaiian-style dinner)
Included Activities
- Receive flower lei greeting
- Explore Waikiki beaches
- Hawaiian-style dinner with Travel Director and fellow travelers
Landmarks/POIs Waikiki Beach - Day 2
Honolulu
This morning involves paying respects at Pearl Harbor, visiting the Pearl Harbor National Memorial and USS Arizona Memorial to reflect on this significant military site. From there, you'll head through the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific in Punchbowl Crater, then walk around downtown Honolulu checking out Iolani Palace, the King Kamehameha I Statue, and the State Capitol Building. By afternoon, you can either relax back at your hotel or head to Waikiki Beach on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Pearl Harbor National Memorial
- Visit USS Arizona Memorial
- Explore National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific at Punchbowl Crater
- Walking tour of downtown Honolulu
- View Iolani Palace
- View King Kamehameha I Statue
- View State Capitol Building
Optional Activities
- Explore Waikiki Beach
Landmarks/POIs Pearl Harbor National Memorial USS Arizona Memorial National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific Iolani Palace King Kamehameha I Statue State Capitol Building Waikiki Beach - Day 3
Honolulu to Kona
You'll fly to the Big Island and arrive in Hilo, where lunch is on your own (loco moco is a local classic if you're curious). After that, it's off to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park to see the geology firsthand, check out the Steam Vents and Kilauea Crater. Later, you'll drive along the coast to Punalu'u Beach Park to see the black sand beaches and hopefully catch some Hawaiian green sea turtles. You'll check in at the Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa and have time to enjoy their fantasy pool with water slide, plus opportunities for manta ray viewing and ocean views.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
- View Steam Vents and Kilauea Crater
- Visit Punalu'u Beach Park
- View black sand beach and green sea turtles
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Hilo (own arrangement)
Landmarks/POIs Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Kilauea Crater Punalu'u Beach Park - Day 4
Kona
Start your day at the Manta Ray Learning Center with a Local Specialist, learning about giant manta rays and their life cycle and conservation. Then you'll head to Kona Sea Salt for a Be My Guest experience where you'll see how salt is made, taste different varieties, and have lunch there. Later in the day, you'll explore a local coffee plantation to see how some of the world's best coffee is grown and roasted right in this region.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Kona Sea Salt)
Included Activities
- Manta Ray Learning Center experience with Local Specialist
- Be My Guest experience at Kona Sea Salt with salt production tour and tasting
- Lunch at Kona Sea Salt
- Coffee plantation tour and tasting
Landmarks/POIs Kona Sea Salt Farm Greenwell Farms - Day 5
Kona
This is your outdoor adventure day on the Big Island. You can choose between an optional off-road Kohala adventure with trail walks to a hidden waterfall and Pololu Valley overlook, or head out snorkeling in the pristine waters of Pu'uhonua O Honaunau and Kealakekua Bay with lava tubes and sea caves. By evening, you'll experience the Hawaiian Luau tradition with dinner featuring local flavors and tropical cocktails.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Hawaiian Luau dinner featuring local flavors and tropical cocktails)
Included Activities
- Hawaiian Luau dinner with local flavors and tropical cocktails
Optional Activities
- Off-road Kohala adventure with trail walk to hidden waterfall and Pololu Valley scenic overlook
- Snorkeling trip at Pu'uhonua O Honaunau and Kealakekua Bay
Landmarks/POIs Pololu Valley Pu'uhonua O Honaunau Kealakekua Bay - Day 6
Kona to Maui
You'll fly from Kona to Maui this morning and check into your hotel after visiting Iao Valley State Park to explore this natural spot. This evening, take a walk over to Whalers Village or enjoy a relaxing stroll along the beach as the sun sets over the Pacific.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner featuring local flavors)
Included Activities
- Visit Iao Valley State Park
Optional Activities
- Walk to Whalers Village
- Stroll along the beach
Landmarks/POIs Iao Valley State Park Whalers Village - Day 7
Maui
Maui is yours to explore at your own pace today. You can chart your own course through the island's landscapes, finding what interests you most. Later this evening, you'll have dinner featuring local flavors. Meanwhile, the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa has plenty to offer if you want to stay put, including a half-acre pool, oceanfront spa and salon, rooftop stargazing, and oceanfront golf.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner featuring local flavors)
Included Activities
- Dinner featuring local flavors
Optional Activities
- Explore Maui's landscapes at own pace
- Use half-acre pool at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa
- Oceanfront spa and salon services
- Rooftop stargazing
- Oceanfront golf
- Day 8
Maui
It's time to say aloha and head to Kahului Airport for your departure. If you're not ready to leave, you have the option to extend your stay in Maui instead.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Extend stay in Maui
