Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Honolulu
You'll arrive in Honolulu and get greeted with a lei from your Travel Director, which is a nice way to start things off. That evening, head to Waikiki Beach with your group for dinner to kick off your Hawaii trip.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner in Waikiki Beach)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Twin Fin Waikiki - Moderate (City View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))
Included Activities
- Receive lei greeting from Travel Director upon arrival
- Dinner in Waikiki Beach with Travel Director and fellow travelers
Landmarks/POIs Waikiki Beach - Day 2
Halona Blowhole, North Shore, Polynesian Cultural Center
Stop for photos at Halona Blowhole, then drive along Oahu's coast to the North Shore where you'll see the big waves and surfers. You can choose to head back to Waikiki or visit Polynesian Cultural Center to see six Pacific cultures with artisans showing traditional crafts and performances. There's an optional dinner show with Hā: Breath of Life if you're interested.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Twin Fin Waikiki - Moderate (City View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))
Included Activities
- Photo stop at Halona Blowhole
- Scenic coast drive of Oahu
- North Shore sightseeing
Optional Activities
- Visit Polynesian Cultural Center with village tours and artisan demonstrations (fire dancing, clothing making from plants, jewelry making, history preservation)
- Dinner and evening entertainment show - Hā: Breath of Life
Landmarks/POIs Halona Blowhole North Shore of Oahu Polynesian Cultural Center - Day 3
Free Day in Waikiki
This day is yours to explore Hawaii however you want. Spend time at Waikiki Beach, find Duke Paoa Kahanamoku's Statue and learn about the father of surfing, or check out the island's heritage and Polynesian culture on your own. Later, you'll join other travelers for dinner with local Hawaiian food.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner featuring local Hawaiian fare)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Twin Fin Waikiki - Moderate (City View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))
Included Activities
- Beach time in Waikiki
- Dinner with local Hawaiian fare
Optional Activities
- Visit Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue
- Explore Hawaii's heritage and Polynesian history and culture
Landmarks/POIs Waikiki Beach Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue - Day 4
Pearl Harbor, Downtown Honolulu, Iolani Palace
Pay your respects at Pearl Harbor National Memorial and the USS Arizona Memorial. Then you'll go through the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific in Punchbowl Crater, followed by a walking tour of downtown Honolulu where you'll see Iolani Palace (the only royal palace in the US), the King Kamehameha I Statue, and the State Capitol Building. The afternoon is free to relax at your hotel or walk along the beach.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Twin Fin Waikiki - Moderate (City View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))
Included Activities
- Visit Pearl Harbor National Memorial and USS Arizona Memorial
- Visit National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific in Punchbowl Crater
- Walking tour of downtown Honolulu including Iolani Palace
- View King Kamehameha I Statue
- View State Capitol Building
Optional Activities
- Explore Waikiki Beach and surrounding shore
Landmarks/POIs Pearl Harbor National Memorial USS Arizona Memorial National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific Iolani Palace King Kamehameha I Statue State Capitol Building - Day 5
Hilo, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Punalu'u Beach, Kona
Fly to the Big Island and arrive in Hilo where you'll have lunch on your own (try the local loco moco). Visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park to see Steam Vents and Kilauea Crater, then head to Punalu'u Beach Park to see the black sand and green sea turtles. You'll stay at Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa with its pools, water slide, and manta ray viewing area.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa - Moderate (Mountain View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))
Included Activities
- Visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - UNESCO World Heritage Site
- View Steam Vents and Kilauea Crater
- Visit Punalu'u Beach Park with black sand beach
- Observe Hawaiian green sea turtles at Punalu'u Beach Park
Optional Activities
- Lunch on own in Hilo (loco moco meal suggested)
Landmarks/POIs Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Kilauea Crater Punalu'u Beach Park 
- Day 6
Manta Rays, Kona Sea Salt, Coffee Plantation
Learn about the giant Mobula manta rays that come to Kona shores daily. Visit Kona Sea Salt to discover how salt connects to Hawaiian culture, watch production, and taste different salts with lunch. After that, explore Greenwell Farms or a local coffee plantation to see how Kona Coffee is grown and roasted, then taste 100% Kona Coffee yourself.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Kona Sea Salt with tasty meal)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa - Moderate (Mountain View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))
Included Activities
- Manta Ray Learning Center experience with Local Specialist
- Learn about Mobula alfredi manta rays at Manta Ray Learning Center
- Kona Sea Salt Be My Guest experience with salt production viewing
- Taste different salt varieties with lunch at Kona Sea Salt
- Coffee plantation tour (Greenwell Farms or similar) with 100% Kona Coffee tasting
- Learn about coffee production from seed to cup
Landmarks/POIs Manta Ray Learning Center at Outrigger Kona Resort Kona Sea Salt Greenwell Farms - Day 7
Kohala, Waterfall, Snorkeling, Hawaiian Luau
Pick between two options for a full day out: an off-road adventure to Kohala with a walk to a hidden waterfall and views of Pololu Valley, or snorkeling in Pu'uhonua O Honaunau and Kealakekua Bay to see lava tubes and sea caves. Later, you'll have dinner at a Hawaiian luau with local food and tropical cocktails under the stars.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Hawaiian Luau dinner featuring local flavors and tropical cocktails on Keauhou Bay, Kona coast)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa - Moderate (Mountain View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))
Included Activities
- Hawaiian Luau dinner with local flavors and tropical cocktails
- Traditional Hawaiian luau experience
Optional Activities
- Off-road adventure in Kohala with trail walk to hidden waterfall
- Scenic overlook of Pololu Valley
- Snorkeling in Pu'uhonua O Honaunau
- Snorkeling in Kealakekua Bay with lava tubes and sea caves
Landmarks/POIs Kohala Pololu Valley Pu'uhonua O Honaunau Kealakekua Bay - Day 8
Iao Valley State Park
Fly from Kona to Maui this morning and visit Iao Valley State Park. Check into Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa. This evening, you can walk to nearby Whalers Village or take a stroll along the beach as the sun goes down over the ocean.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa - Moderate (Resort View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))
Included Activities
- Fly to Maui
- Visit Iao Valley State Park
Optional Activities
- Walk to nearby Whalers Village
- Beach stroll at sunset
Landmarks/POIs Iao Valley State Park Whalers Village - Day 9
Maui Free Day
The day is open for you to explore Maui however you'd like. Take advantage of the Hyatt's half-acre pool, get a spa treatment, try the rooftop stargazing, or play some oceanfront golf. Later, you'll have dinner with local Hawaiian flavors.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner featuring local Hawaiian flavors)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa - Moderate (Resort View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))
Included Activities
- Dinner featuring local Hawaiian flavors
Optional Activities
- Swim in half-acre pool
- Visit oceanfront full-service spa and salon
- Rooftop stargazing
- Oceanfront golf
- Explore Maui's landscapes and natural beauty
- Day 10
Departure from Maui
Say aloha to Hawaii this morning. Head to Kahului Airport for your departure or choose to stay longer in Maui if you'd like to extend your trip.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Extend your stay in Maui
Landmarks/POIs Kahului Airport
