04/06/2024
HAWAIIAN EXPLORER GUIDED TOUR
8 Days
9 Cities
1 Country
8 Day Premium Hawaii Tour from Honolulu to Maui
7 Breakfasts, 1 Welcome Reception, 1 Lunch, 3 Dinners
Day 1
ISLAND GREETINGS IN HONOLULU, OAHU
Ease into the warm embrace of Hawaiiâs Aloha spirit, donning a flower lei will kick-start your love affair with the Pacific islands. Explore the golden beaches of Waikiki before gathering for a Hawaiian-style Welcome Reception with your Travel Director and fellow travelers this evening.
Day 2
DISCOVER THE HISTORY OF HONOLULU
Thereâs no better place to learn about history on your Hawaii tour than visiting where events occurred. Today, pay homage to the thousands of brave soldiers who lost their lives in the surprise military strike at Pearl Harbor visiting Pearl Harbor National Memorial and the USS Arizona Memorial. Continue through the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, located in Punchbowl Crater, and to downtown Honolulu to connect with the spiritual epicenter of Hawaii. On your walking tour, see Iolani Palace, the former home of Hawaiiâs last-reigning monarchs and the only royal palace in the United States, as well as the King Kamehameha I Statue and the State Capitol Building. Kick back in your hotel overlooking Waikiki Beach or get out and explore the shore.
Day 3
SEE THE VOLCANIC BEAUTY OF HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK
The Big Island of Hawaii brings new sights, landscapes and wildlife. Arrive in the town of Hilo and enjoy lunch on your own, perhaps seeking out the classic loco moco meal. Then visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Hawaii Volcanoes National Park to learn about the geology of the Islands. Continue along the coast to Punaluâu Beach Park, famous for its black sand and Hawaiian green sea turtles. The Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa welcome you with their multi-level fantasy pool with a 200-foot water slide, manta-ray viewing and sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean.
Day 4
UNWIND AND PLAY IN KONA
Get ready to embrace your outdoor adventurer on an invigorating day on your Hawaii tour exploring the Big Island on your own or with an Optional Experience. Take in Kohalaâs beauty and history on a fun, off-road adventure and relaxed trail walk to a hidden waterfall and scenic overlook of Pololu Valley. Youâll love trekking across bridges and past bright green taro terraces. Finish the adventure cooling off in a waterfall. Or, discover whatâs beneath these gorgeous waters with a snorkelling trip in the pristine PuÊ»uhonua O Honaunau (The Place of Refuge) and Kealakekua Bay (Captain Cooks Monument) featuring lava tubes and sea caves or on a Night Manta Experience viewing the incredible feeding frenzy in the warm waters of the Pacific Ocean.
Day 5
EXPERIENCE THE SIGHTS, FLAVORS AND WILDLIFE OF HAWAII
Explore the world of the giant mobula alfredi manta rays that come to the Kona shores to feed each day. On a MAKE TRAVEL MATTERÂź Experience, visit the Hawaii Ocean Science and Technology Parkâs Sea Salt farm to learn about the importance of salt in Hawaiian culture and discover how prized salt is produced from the deep ocean water. Youâll not only see the salt production process, but also sample different salts in a curated tasting to explore the flavor profiles of this Hawaiian Sea Salt prized by gourmet chefs for the purity and unique mineral content. Head to the unique Kona Joe coffee plantation where youâll learn how some of the world's best coffee is grown and roasted. This evening, lose yourself in the moment as we embrace the wonderful tradition of the Hawaiian Luau and enjoy a dinner featuring local flavors and tropical cocktails.
Day 6
HIGH COUNTRY MAUI
Maui. An island where dormant volcanos, black sand beaches and whale watching lure explorers just like you. Start your discovery with a Be My Guest experience at Oâo Farms, a local sustainable farm in the high country of Maui. Have a delicious and healthy farm-to-fork experience helping to gather fresh produce for your al fresco lunch. Then journey to our resort on stunning Kaanapali beach. As the sun sets over the Pacific, take a gentle stroll to nearby Whalers Village or enjoy a relaxing beach stroll.
Day 7
ENJOY FREE TIME IN MAUI
Indulge in a full day on your terms to do as little or as much as you want in paradise. Rise before dawn and journey up the summit of HaleakalÄ or live your passions, exploring art, culture and heritage in picturesque surrounds. Give yourself permission to connect with your surroundings without worrying about a thing. This evening, celebrate an encounter with Hawaii, joining your travel companions for a lively Farewell Dinner
Day 8
FAREWELL MAUI
For now itâs time to say a fond a hui hou... until we meet again. Make your way to Kahului Airport or consider extending your stay in Maui.
Dates Available May 2024 Through December 2025
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