Grand Hawaii

Tour Information

See the sights and relax in Honolulu, then travel to Kona for a visit to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. While there, tour a working coffee farm and enjoy a traditional luau. Next, head to the “Garden Isle” of Kauai, where you will visit a guava plantation and view the spectacular Waimea Canyon. Then travel to Maui to see the lush Iao Valley and the spectacular Haleakala National Park. With a perfect balance of guided visits to local sights and leisure time to enjoy the beaches of this tropical paradise.

Tour includes many meals as per itinerary below:
B = Breakfast
L = Lunch
D = Dinner

Day 1

Flight to Los Angeles
Overnight in Los Angeles giving you the opportunity to explore the “City of Angels” tonight before your continuation to Hawaii tomorrow
Hotel: Marriott Airport Los Angeles

Day 2

Los Angeles – Honolulu
Upon arrival you are greeted in the traditional Polynesian way—with a warm aloha and a lei of fresh flowers. Transfer to your hotel in Waikiki. The remainder of your day is at leisure.
Hotel: Sheraton Waikiki

Day 3

Honolulu
A breakfast get-together with your Tour Director to review activities scheduled throughout your stay. The balance of the day is free to relax, swim, enjoy water sports, or laze on the beach. Take the optional excursion to the Polynesian Cultural Center for authentic island arts, crafts, history, music, a dinner buffet, and a spectacular Polynesian show with more than 100 performers. This evening, enjoy an optional sunset cruise with dinner, Hawaiian cocktails, and splendid views of the glittering Waikiki coastline and Diamond Head. (B)

Day 4

Honolulu
Begin with a tour of PEARL HARBOR’s famous battleship row. Listen to a narration of the dramatic air attack of December 7, 1941, and visit the USS Arizona and the impressive MEMORIAL dedicated to the 1,102 men still entombed. You will also have an opportunity to visit the MUSEUM, an excellent way to learn about Pearl Harbor Day, the Japanese strategy and military craft, and the individuals involved in the attack. Then it’s on to Punchbowl National Cemetery and Honolulu Lookout. Other sights include Chinatown, the Hawaii State Capitol, royal `Iolani Palace, and the statue of Kamehameha the Great. Tonight, a wonderful evening of dining and entertainment awaits! See the most popular show in Waikiki, the Society of Seven, with an evening of classic impersonations, comedy acts, Broadway show tunes, and today’s popular hits! (B,D)

Day 5

Honolulu–Kona
Board a morning flight to the “Big Island.” Arrive in Hilo and journey to HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK to see Kilauea Crater, steaming fire pits, and lava tubes. Kilauea is the world’s most active volcano. Enjoy lunch at the Volcano Golf and Country Club. (B,L)
Hotel: Sheraton Keauhu Beach Resort

Day 6

Kona
This morning is free for independent activities. Find a special place to relax poolside and enjoy the warm tropical sun and balmy breezes, or join the optional helicopter flightseeing excursion. Dinner tonight is a traditional LUAU feast with captivating Polynesian musicians and dancers. (B,D)

Day 7

Kona–Kauai
Morning flight to the “Garden Isle” of Kauai. View pretty `Opaeka`a Falls before proceeding to Princeville for lunch overlooking Bali Hai from the movie South Pacific. Then south to sunny Poipu Beach and your resort. (B,L)
Hotel: Sheraton Kauai

Day 8

Kauai
No activities have been scheduled today to give you time to relax and enjoy your oceanfront resort. Optional tours include helicopter flightseeing and snorkelling. (B,D)

Day 9

Kauai
Start the day with a drive to Waimea, once the Polynesian capital of Kauai and the site where Captain Cook landed in the islands in 1778. Sightseeing highlights include WAIMEA CANYON, the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific,” and Hanapepe Valley. A stop at the LARGEST COFFEE plantation in Hawaii, Kauai Coffee Company plantation includes time at the visitor center where you can view videos and learn all about coffee production and the history of the Kauai Coffee Company. With the afternoon free, your Tour Director will suggest an optional horseback ride on the trails and along the sandy beaches. (B,D)

Day 10

Kauai–Maui
A short, scenic flight takes you to the “Valley Island” of Maui. Drive to the lush `IAO VALLEY to see the `Iao Needle, a spectacular volcanic spire. Visit Lahaina and then continue on to Ka`anapali, your home for the next three nights. Balance of the day at leisure. (B,D)
Hotel: Sheraton Maui

Day 11

Maui
A full free day to swim and sunbathe at the beach or hotel pool. Consider our optional helicopter flightseeing excursion over Moloka`i for spectacular vistas of Kahiwa Falls and Kalaupapa National Historic Park. Another choice is the “Road to Hana,” one of the world’s most impressive drives with 54 bridges and numerous waterfalls. From mid-December to mid-April a humpback whale-watching cruise is available. (B)

Day 12

Maui
The morning is dedicated to HALEAKALA NATIONAL PARK, site of the huge volcanic Haleakala Crater, known as the “House of the Sun.” In 1980 this native ecosystem of cinder cones and dense rainforest was designated an International Biosphere Reserve. There’s plenty of time in the afternoon to relax and enjoy your hotel’s facilities, or to take the optional submarine ride over a coral reef. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a special GLOBUS FAREWELL CELEBRATION DINNER. Wonderful conversation and cuisine make the perfect finale to your holiday. (B,D)

Day 13

Maui–Homebound Flight
Transfer to Kahului Airport to connect with your homebound flight to the UK via Los Angeles. Overnight in Los Angeles for further exploration of the motion picture capital of the world (B)
Hotel: Marriott Airport Los Angeles

Day 14

Los Angeles – UK
Return flight to the UK today

What's Included

• Transatlantic flights from/to the UK
• Domestic flights from mainland USA to Hawaii and return
• All interisland flights in Hawaii
• Accommodation in 1st class hotels for 14 nights as listed above or similar standard
• Airport shuttle service to Los Angeles overnights
• All airport transfers in Hawaii
• Professional Tour Director throughout the tour
• Transportation in deluxe Motorcoach
• 11 Breakfasts; 2 Lunch; 6 Dinners (B,L,D)
• Breakfast get together day after arrival in Hawaii
• Traditional lei greeting on arrival in Honolulu
• Honolulu guided sightseeing
• Visit Pearl Harbor, and USS Arizona Memorial and Museum
• Dinner and show in Honolulu
• Lunch in Princeville overlooking Bali Hai
• Waimea Canyon and a luau
• Visit `Iao Valley
• Lahaina, and Haleakala National Park
• Globus Farewell Celebration Dinner