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

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

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.
• View a short film on the site’s tragic history at the Pearl Harbor Memorial Theater.
• Take a short boat ride to the USS Arizona memorial site for a one-hour guided tour (weather permitting).
• Sit down at a local restaurant for an included lunch.

Head toward Oahu’s eastern shore for a guided sightseeing of the island.

• Stop at Nu‘uanu Pali, where Kamehameha I fought to conquer Oahu.
• Try to spot the island of Molokai in the distance from Makapu‘u Point.
• Pass by beautiful Hanauma Bay to see Halona Blowhole and the surrounding natural rock formations.
• Take in views of Diamond Head, the island’s towering volcanic ash cone.

Please note: The order of activities is subject to change. Due to dock damage and other on-site restrictions the boat taxi to the USS Arizona is not guaranteed.

Enjoy a full free day to explore Honolulu on your own, or add an excursion.

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.
• View Coconut Island.
• Walk through the local marketplace where you’ll have free time to visit some of the shops.

Enjoy a free afternoon to explore Hilo.

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.
• Enjoy an included lunch at a local restaurant.
• Stop at Punalu‘u 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 Pu‘uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park, one of the most sacred heiau (places of worship) on the islands.

Spend a free day in Kona or add an excursion.

Sit down for an included dinner at an authentic Hawaiian luau this evening.

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.

Please note: Depending on flight availability, the flight to Maui may take place in either the morning or afternoon.

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

• Stop at the Haleakalā National Park Visitor Center, located 9,740 feet above sea level, to view the impressive crater.
• Enjoy an included barbecue lunch.
• Visit a farm on the slopes of Haleakala, where the higher elevation allows for a wider variety of crops and spectacular views of Maui and the ocean
• Learn about the growing cycle of pineapples and cultivation techniques followed by a tasting of the delicious fruit.

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

This evening, rejoin your group to celebrate your trip with a farewell dinner.

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

Arrive home this morning.