Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Honolulu
You'll arrive in Honolulu and get greeted with a flower lei when you step off the plane. Your Travel Director will be there to welcome you, and later this evening you'll head to Waikiki Beach with your group for dinner to celebrate the start of your Hawaiian trip.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner in Waikiki Beach)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Twin Fin Waikiki - Moderate (City View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))
Landmarks Waikiki Beach 
- Day 2
North Shore and Windward Coast
This morning you'll stop for photos at Halona Blowhole, then drive along Oahu's scenic coast to the North Shore where the waves are massive and surfer culture is everywhere. You can see Diamond Head from the shore, then head back through the windward side. Or if you prefer, choose the Polynesian Cultural Center instead to see traditional villages and watch craftspeople from six Pacific island cultures show their work and perform.
- 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 drive along Oahu coast
- Visit to North Shore
Optional Activities
- Polynesian Cultural Center visit with demonstrations of dancing with fire, clothing making from plants, jewelry making and history preservation
- Meal and entertainment package with Hā: Breath of Life show featuring captivating songs and dances at Polynesian Cultural Center
Landmarks Halona Blowhole Diamond Head North Shore Polynesian Cultural Center - Day 3
Free Day in Waikiki
The whole day is yours to spend however you want. Relax on Waikiki Beach, walk around and find Duke Paoa Kahanamoku's Statue (known as the father of modern surfing), or just soak in the local hospitality and explore what interests you. By evening you'll join the group for dinner with local food and tropical drinks.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner featuring local fare and tropical flavors)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Twin Fin Waikiki - Moderate (City View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))
Optional Activities
- Beach time in Waikiki
- Visit to Duke Paoa Kahanamoku's Statue
- Self-guided exploration of Hawaiian heritage and culture
Landmarks Waikiki Beach Duke Paoa Kahanamoku's Statue - Day 4
Pearl Harbor and Historic Honolulu
Today focuses on Hawaii's history and the events that shaped the islands. You'll pay your respects at Pearl Harbor National Memorial and the USS Arizona Memorial, then visit the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific up in Punchbowl Crater. After that, walk through downtown Honolulu to see Iolani Palace (the only royal palace in the US), the King Kamehameha I Statue, and the State Capitol Building. Later you can relax back at your hotel or take a stroll along Waikiki Beach.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Twin Fin Waikiki - Moderate (City View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))
Included Activities
- Visit to Pearl Harbor National Memorial
- USS Arizona Memorial visit
- National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific visit
- Walking tour of downtown Honolulu
- Iolani Palace viewing
- King Kamehameha I Statue viewing
- State Capitol Building viewing
Optional Activities
- Relax at hotel overlooking Waikiki Beach
- Explore the shore
Landmarks 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 to Kona
You'll fly to the Big Island and land in Hilo, then grab lunch on your own (the local loco moco is worth trying). From there, head to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to learn about the islands' geology and see Steam Vents and Kilauea Crater. Later you'll drive down the coast to Punalu'u Beach Park with its black sand and green sea turtles, then check into the Outrigger Kona Resort with its fantasy pool, water slide, and manta ray viewing areas.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa - Moderate (Mountain View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))
Included Activities
- Visit to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Visit to Punalu'u Beach Park
- Manta-ray viewing at resort
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Hilo on own, including classic loco moco meal
Landmarks Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Kilauea Crater Punalu'u Beach Park 
- Day 6
Manta Rays, Salt Farm, and Kona Coffee
Start at the Manta Ray Learning Center to learn about the massive manta rays that come to feed off Kona's shores. Then visit Kona Sea Salt for a Be My Guest experience to see how salt connects to Hawaiian culture and taste different varieties. After that, tour Greenwell Farms coffee plantation to see how some of the world's best coffee gets grown and roasted, from seed all the way to the final cup.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Kona Sea Salt as part of Be My Guest experience)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa - Moderate (Mountain View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))
Included Activities
- Manta Ray Learning Center visit
- Be My Guest experience at Kona Sea Salt with lunch
- Coffee plantation tour at Greenwell Farms
Landmarks Manta Ray Learning Center Kona Sea Salt Greenwell Farms - Day 7
Big Island Adventure and Hawaiian Luau
You can pick an optional adventure or take it easy. Go off-road in Kohala for a trail walk to a hidden waterfall and overlook of Pololu Valley, or snorkel in Pu'uhonua O Honaunau and Kealakekua Bay with lava tubes and sea caves. Or just relax at the resort. This evening, enjoy a Hawaiian luau on Keauhou Bay with local food, tropical cocktails, and entertainment under the stars.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Hawaiian Luau dinner featuring local flavors and tropical cocktails on Keauhou Bay)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa - Moderate (Mountain View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))
Included Activities
- Hawaiian Luau dinner featuring local flavors and tropical cocktails
Optional Activities
- Off-road adventure in Kohala with trail walk to hidden waterfall
- Scenic overlook of Pololu Valley
- Snorkeling at Pu'uhonua O Honaunau
- Snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay with lava tubes and sea caves
- Self-guided exploration of Big Island
Landmarks Kohala Pololu Valley Pu'uhonua O Honaunau Kealakekua Bay 
- Day 8
Iao Valley State Park
You'll fly from Kona to Maui this morning and visit Iao Valley State Park before settling in at your hotel. As the sun goes down, take a walk over to Whalers Village or stroll along the beach to ease into your final stop.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa - Moderate (Resort View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))
Included Activities
- Visit to Iao Valley State Park
Optional Activities
- Walk to nearby Whalers Village
- Relaxing stroll along the beach
Landmarks Iao Valley State Park Whalers Village 
- Day 9
Free Day in Maui
This is another free day on Maui to explore at your own pace and check out what the island has to offer. You can use the Hyatt Regency's half-acre pool, their oceanfront spa, or stargaze from the rooftop. Dinner tonight will feature local flavors and give you time to relax before heading home.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner featuring local flavors)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa - Moderate (Resort View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))
Included Activities
- Access to half-acre pool at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa
- Access to Maui's only oceanfront full-service spa and salon
- Rooftop stargazing at resort
- Oceanfront golf at resort
Optional Activities
- Self-guided exploration of Maui's landscapes
- Day 10
Departure from Maui
Time to say aloha and head to Kahului Airport, or if you want to extend your stay on Maui, you can arrange that too.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Extend stay in Maui
Landmarks Kahului Airport
