Your westbound flight over the Pacific Ocean brings you to Honolulu, Hawaii. Upon arrival you are warmly welcomed with a fragrant fresh flower lei. Check into your hotel and meet your Tour Manager in the lobby who will offer dining suggestions.
Today you will be introduced to the city of Honolulu, a cosmopolitan locale, blended superbly with tropical ambiance. Honolulu is also home to one of the world’s best beaches, Waikiki Beach. Begin with a visit to Punchbowl National Cemetery, the impressive Iolani Palace and the King Kamehameha Statue. This evening, enjoy a festive evening featuring a troupe of entertainers offering a taste of Polynesia through food, song and dance. Meals: B, D
Today is yours to explore Honolulu at your leisure. Visit more historic sites or find a cozy spot to relax on Waikiki Beach. You may wish to arrange a visit to Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial. Tickets for this popular historic site may be requested through the National Park Service sixty days before your trip by calling 877-444-6777 or visiting www.recreation.gov. Meal: B
Today, fly to Kauai, “The Garden Isle.” The island encompasses roughly 550 square miles and is the oldest and most northerly of the Hawaiian Islands. Enjoy a relaxing scenic cruise on the Wailua River to visit the Fern Grotto, before continuing to the hotel and your Ocean View room. This evening, enjoy a traditional luau complete with authentic food, music and dancing of the Hawaiian people. Meals: B, D
At ten miles long and more than 3,500 feet deep, Waimea Canyon was described by Mark Twain as the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific.” Beyond its incredible grandeur, the ever-changing colors that dance along its peaks make this sight truly unforgettable. The late afternoon and evening are yours to enjoy the amenities of the hotel. Meals: B, L
This morning, fly to the island of Maui, “The Valley Isle,” where natural wonders will set your spirit free. Visit the lush Iao Valley where the famed “Battle of Kepaniwai” took place in 1790, now an enchanting and tranquil State Park. Then, check into your Ocean View room for your three-night stay. Meals: B, D
Today is yours to explore on your own or you may choose an optional excursion to Haleakala. Haleakala National Park encompasses more than 27,000 acres of the mountain of Haleakala, a massive volcano that is at the heart of Maui’s torso. The seven-mile-long crater is actually a valley created by erosion of wind and rain and home to the famous but endangered silver sword plant. The Observation Center located here provides a birds-eye view of the enormous crater and the surrounding area. Meal: B
Today is yours to do as you please. The hotel location allows easy access by shuttle to the historic town of Lahaina offering a wide variety of boutiques and cafes along the famous Front Street.This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner with your traveling companions. Meals: B, D
