Itinerary
- Day 1
Kauai Arrival
You're arriving on Kauai today, the Garden Isle. Since there's nothing scheduled, you've got the freedom to get settled in at your own pace and do some initial exploring around your area. It's a good chance to grab lunch somewhere local, walk around, and get a feel for the island without any pressure.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Outrigger Kauai Beach Resort & Spa)
- Day 2
Kauai
Start early with a scenic cruise down the Wailua River on an open-air boat, and the captain fills you in on Kauai's history along the way. After that, you'll walk to the Fern Grotto, which is an ancient sacred site with some real cultural significance. Later you catch hula dancers performing this traditional Hawaiian art, then head to Kilohana plantation house for your welcome dinner at this historic location.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner at the historic Kilohana plantation house)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Outrigger Kauai Beach Resort & Spa)
Included Activities
- Cruise along the Wailua River
- Visit the Fern Grotto
- Hula dance demonstration
- Welcome dinner at Kilohana plantation house
Landmarks Wailua River Fern Grotto Kilohana Plantation House - Day 3
Kauai
This morning and early afternoon are yours to spend however you like, whether that's hanging out at the resort or heading to the beach for some relaxation. In the afternoon, make your way to Coconut Marketplace where you can choose between a lei making class or a hula lesson, both solid ways to connect with Hawaiian traditions and do something hands-on.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Outrigger Kauai Beach Resort & Spa)
Included Activities
- Lei making class OR hula class at Coconut Marketplace
Landmarks Coconut Marketplace - Day 4
Kauai
You'll explore Waimea Canyon, which stretches about 14 miles long and drops over 3,600 feet deep with these vibrant red and green cliffs that really stand out. Stop by Waimea Town and the Cook Landing Site, the spot where Europeans first arrived in the Hawaiian Islands. Back at the resort in the afternoon, you can unwind, then later enjoy a laid-back Hawaiian BBQ dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Hawaiian BBQ)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Outrigger Kauai Beach Resort & Spa)
Included Activities
- Visit Waimea Canyon
- Visit Waimea Town and Cook Landing Site
- Hawaiian BBQ dinner
Landmarks Waimea Canyon Waimea Town Cook Landing Site - Day 5
Kauai to Maui
An inter-island flight gets you to Maui. Once you land, you'll check out Iao Valley to see the iconic Iao Needle, then head to the Ka'anapali resort area where you'll check into your deluxe beachfront hotel. Spend the rest of your day settling in and taking in those ocean views from your room or the property.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sheraton Maui Resort and Spa)
Included Activities
- Inter-island flight to Maui
- Visit Iao Valley
- View Iao Needle
Landmarks Iao Valley Iao Needle Ka'anapali Beach - Day 6
Maui
This day shows you why locals say Maui no ka oi, meaning Maui is the best. You've got total flexibility here to relax at your resort, walk the beach, or do some souvenir shopping. If you're feeling more adventurous, there's an optional early morning cliffside drive on the legendary Road to Hana available to join.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sheraton Maui Resort and Spa)
Optional Activities
- Full-day cliffside drive on the Road to Hana ($240.00 pp)
Landmarks Road to Hana Ke'anae Lookout Wai'anapanapa State Park - Day 7
Maui
Explore Central Maui starting at a sugar museum to learn about the sugarcane industry and its history here. Next, you visit a macadamia nut farm where they show you sustainable agriculture, hydroponic greenhouses, and a macadamia orchard, plus you get to sample fresh Hawaiian fruits. Lunch comes food-truck style with farm-to-table options. In the afternoon, head to Haleakala National Park, the house of the sun, where you'll see scenic viewpoints and landscapes ranging from volcanic desert to lush rainforest.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Casual farm-to-table lunch, food-truck style at the macadamia nut farm)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sheraton Maui Resort and Spa)
Included Activities
- Sugar museum visit
- Macadamia nut farm tour
- Farm-to-table lunch (food-truck style)
- Haleakala National Park visit
Landmarks Haleakala National Park - Day 8
Maui
Your final full day in paradise is yours to shape. Relax at the resort if that's what you want, or join an optional sailing tour to the secluded island of Lanai with snorkeling and beach activities. Later this evening, you'll celebrate the end of your journey with a luau featuring traditional Polynesian music, dance, and cuisine.
- Meals
- Dinner (Luau with traditional Polynesian music, dance, and cuisine)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sheraton Maui Resort and Spa)
Included Activities
- Luau with traditional Polynesian music, dance, and cuisine
Optional Activities
- Lanai Adventure Sailing Tour ($389.00 pp)
Landmarks Hulopo'e Bay Pu'u Pehe (Sweetheart Rock) - Day 9
Tour End
Your Hawaiian island tour comes to an end today. Head to the airport for your departure, taking with you all those island memories.
