Day 1 : Island Greetings In Honolulu, Oahu
Ease into the warm embrace of Hawaii’s 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 dinner with your Travel Director and fellow travellers this evening.
Accommodation : The Twin Fin Waikiki - Moderate (City View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Day 2 : Uncover Hawaii's History
There’s no better way to learn about history on your Hawaii tour than visiting places 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 epicentre of Hawaii. On your walking tour, see Iolani Palace, the former home of Hawaii’s 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.
Accommodation : The Twin Fin Waikiki - Moderate (City View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
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 Punalu’u Beach Park, famous for its black sand and Hawaiian green sea turtles. The Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa welcomes you with their multi-level fantasy pool with a 200-foot water slide, manta-ray viewing and sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean.
Accommodation : Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa - Moderate (Mountain View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Day 4 : Experience the Sights, Flavours and Wildlife of Hawaii
Unlock the secrets of marine life learning about the Mobula alfredi manta rays, the second largest in the world, that come to the Kona shores to feed each day. Next up, enjoy a Be My Guest experience at Kona Sea Salt to uncover the importance of salt in Hawaiian culture accompanied by a tasty food truck lunch. You’ll not only get to see the salt production, but also taste different salts to explore the flavour profiles. Continue your discovery during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at a coffee plantation, learning about how some of the world's best coffee is grown and roasted.
Accommodation : Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa - Moderate (Mountain View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Day 5 : 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 Kohala’s beauty and history on a fun, off-road adventure and relaxed trail walk to a hidden waterfall and scenic overlook of Pololu Valley. Or, discover what’s beneath these gorgeous waters with a snorkelling trip in the pristine Pu?uhonua O Honaunau and Kealakekua Bay 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. This evening, lose yourself in the moment as you embrace the tradition of the Hawaiian Luau over dinner of local flavours and tropical cocktails.
Accommodation : Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa - Moderate (Mountain View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Day 6 : Upcountry Maui
Maui: an island where dormant volcanoes, black sand beaches and whale watching lure explorers just like you. Fly from Kona to Maui this morning, with a free afternoon to settle into your surroundings. This evening, as the sun sets over the Pacific, take a walk to the nearby Whalers Village or enjoy a relaxing stroll along the beach.
Accommodation : Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa - Moderate (Resort View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Day 7 : A Traditional Maui Day
Unlock the natural beauty of paradise, charting your own course through Maui’s landscapes. This evening, enjoy a dinner featuring local flavours. You’ll love making the most of your stay at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa cooling off in their half-acre pool or Maui's only oceanfront full- service spa and salon, rooftop stargazing or oceanfront golf.
Accommodation : Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa - Moderate (Resort View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Day 8 : Until We Meet Again
Bid a fond a hui hou... until we meet again to Hawaii and make your way to Kahului Airport or extend your stay in Maui.
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