Day 1
Fly to Honolulu, O‘ahu Island, Hawai‘i
Arrive in Honolulu and independently make your way to your oceanfront hotel on Waikiki Beach. This evening join your Travelling Concierge and fellow travellers for a Welcome Dinner with the Pacific Ocean as your backdrop
Overnight: Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort or similar (Welcome Dinner with wine included)
Day 2
Pearl Harbour visit and leisure time
Today starts with a visit to Pearl Harbour national Monument, a moving museum and memorial to those killed in the 1941 attack, including the underwater wreck of the USS Arizona. Next, you’ll head to the Punchbowl, the crater that is home to the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. The afternoon is at leisure to enjoy Waikiki Beach – sunbathe, surf or shop to your hearts content.
Overnight: Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort or similar (Breakfast included)
Day 3
O‘ahu Island Sightseeing
A day to enjoy exploring the island of O‘ahu on an exciting island tour. Take in the epic views from Pali Lookout towards the Kaneohe Bay and the Windward Coast. The valley below was the scene of a bloody battle in 1795 when King Kamehameha I extended his rule over the island with an army of 10,000 men. Journey beneath the towering Ko’olau Cliffs and along the rugged coastline. Join an eco-tour with a Local Expert in the Hawaiian Legacy Forest and plant a native Milo tree contributing to the healing of the local ecosystem. Enjoy an al fresco Farm-to-Table lunch while enjoying epic views of the North Shore. Continue to Sunset Beach where in the winter months waves can reach 30 feet making it a favourite spot among big wave surfers worldwide. Visit Haleiwa, the social and artistic hub of the North Shore, where you can savour some shaved ice and stroll among small boutiques and plantation-era buildings. Finally, return to Waikiki for an evening at leisure.
Overnight: Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort or similar (Breakfast and lunch included)
Day 4
Maui
Take a short flight to Kahului on Maui - a slice of Hawaiian island paradise offering magnificent nature and a wide variety of activities. Visit the awe-inspiring Iao Valley State Park and see the 1,200-foot landmark Iao Needle - a green-mantled rocky outcrop overlooking sacred lands and used as a burial site for Hawai‘i’s chiefs for centuries. Visit Lahaina, once a busy whaling port and plantation settlement. Join your Travel Director for a walk through the Historic District before continuing to your oceanfront resort. This evening you are invited to choose your own dining experience from a selection of local restaurants- options include a magical evening at the Wailele Luau for a taste of traditional Polynesian cuisine, dance and storytelling, or one of the resort’s other acclaimed restaurants.
Overnight: The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali Beach or similar (Breakfast & Dinner with wine included)
Day 5
Maui
Enjoy a relaxed start and then late morning you will head to Upcountry Maui. Enjoy a Farm-to-Table lunch at the Hali’imaile General Store, originally a plantation shop in the early 20th century, now known for its outstanding island cuisine. At its peak, Hawaii produced 75% of the world’s pineapples and the tropical fruit became a symbol for the state. Visit one of the last working pineapple farms with a fun and knowledgeable Local Expert. Discover the deep impact these plantations had on the islands and sample some of the extra sweet Maui Gold variant. Return to your resort and spend the evening at your leisure.
Overnight: The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali Beach or similar (Breakfast & lunch included)
Day 6
Maui
Today you can choose to visit the Haleakala National Park offering an astonishing volcanic landscape, hear the Hawaiian legends about the dormant volcano and see the unique Haleakala Silversword plant. Alternatively, you could set sail to the crescent shaped Molokini island for a memorable snorkelling trip. Marvel at the colourful tropical fish and enjoy a light lunch on board. Tonight, get together with your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Highlight Dinner.
Overnight: The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali Beach or similar (Breakfast & Dinner with wine included)
Day 7
Hawai‘i Island
Take a short flight to Hawai‘i, the largest island of the archipelago. Upon arrival, spend time in easy-going Kailua-Kona, once the home of Kamehameha I, Hawai‘i's great ruler. Travel from the beach to the cloud forest and join a Local Expert to learn about Kona coffee. Enjoy a tasting of this gourmet speciality that only grows on the slopes of two local active volcanoes. See native plants, fruits and the organic coffee fields on your tour around the plantation. Continue to your hotel and enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.
Overnight: Hilton Waikaloa Village or similar (Breakfast included)
Day 8
Hawai‘i Island
Rise early for an unforgettable trip around the island. Journey through the historic Parker Ranch, a huge working cattle farm spread across 130,000 acres. Marvel at the beauty of the Hamakua Coast as you travel past lush tropical rainforests and tranquil green valleys. After a delicious lunch enter the UNESCO World Heritage listed Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. Take the stunning Crater Rim Drive around the Kilauea Caldera and walk through the otherworldly Thurston lava tube. Hear the legends of Pele, the goddess of volcanoes and fire and the creator of the Hawaiian Islands. Stop by the magical Rainbow Falls on your way back to your resort.
Overnight: Hilton Waikaloa Village or similar (Breakfast & lunch included)
Day 9
Hawai‘i Island
Spend your day by the pool, enjoy a spa treatment or snorkel in the local lagoon looking for the rare green sea turtles. You can also join an Optional Experience to the summit of Mauna Kea, Hawaii’s highest point. Tonight, come together at an oceanfront restaurant for a Celebration Dinner and toast to your travels.
Overnight: Hilton Waikaloa Village or similar (Breakfast & Dinner with wine included)
Day 10
Fly home
Make your way to Kona Airport for your flight home
(Breakfast included)
