Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Honolulu

Welcome to Hawaii! Arrive in Honolulu and transfer to your hotel in Waikiki.

Tonight, sit down to a welcome dinner with your group.

Day 2: Sightseeing tour of Oahu

This morning, explore Polynesian culture and visit Pearl Harbor, the site of the surprise military attack that led to the United States’ entry to WWII. Stop by the Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum to learn about Hawaiian culture. Take a short boat ride to the USS Arizona memorial site for a one-hour guided tour (weather permitting). Head toward Oahu’s eastern shore for a guided sightseeing of the island.

Day 3: Free day in Honolulu

Spend a free day on Oahu or add excursions.

Day 4: Flight to Hilo & sightseeing tour

This morning, board your flight to Hilo, the largest city on the Big Island. Then, join your Tour Director to explore the city. See Waianuenue Falls, a roaring waterfall where visitors can often spot a rainbow in the surrounding mist. Walk through Liliuokalani Park and Gardens to see the Japanese style architectural elements. Walk through the local marketplace where you’ll have free time to visit some of the shops

Day 5: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park & Pu‘uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park visits

En route to Kona, head south to discover some of the island’s most beautiful parks.

Peer into the Kilauea Caldera, the island’s most active volcano and is said to be the home of Pele, the Hawaiian Goddess of Fire. Stop at Punaluʻu Beach to try to spot turtles sunning themselves on the black, sandy shores. Step into a local coffee shop for a tasting of the island’s famous coffee. Enter the Puʻuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park, one of the most sacred heiau (places of worship) on the islands

Day 6: Free day in Kona

Spend a free day in Kona or add an excursion.

Day 7: Flight to Maui

After a quick flight to Maui, transfer to Ka`anapali. Enjoy a free time for the rest of the day to explore the island at your leisure.

Day 8: Haleakala National Park visit

Experience the culture and customs of Maui’s southeastern side.

Day 9: Free day on Maui

Enjoy a full free day on Maui or add an excursion.

Day 10: Departure

Enjoy a free morning in Maui. Then, transfer to the airport for your flight home