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BEST OF HAWAII
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This Hawaii vacation package incorporates natural and historical sights, exclusive cultural experiences, and free days to pursue your own passions on four islands – Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island of Hawaii. View the biggest dormant volcano in the world; experience one of the most poignant chapters of World War II history at the USS Arizona Memorial in Pearl Harbor; visit the whaling town of Lahaina; enjoy a catamaran sail along Waikiki Beach; attend a traditional luau - and as a Exclusive - enjoy a private evening with dinner at the Bishop Museum!

Day 1: Aloha Honolulu
This Hawaii vacation package begins at The Royal Hawaiian. A transfer is included from Honolulu International Airport to your extraordinary resort, The Royal Hawaiian – affectionately known as the "Pink Palace of the Pacific" – set on the white sand shores of Waikiki Beach. Stay in your choice of garden or oceanfront accommodations (see Prices for details) , and enjoy dinner in The Surf Room, a Waikiki legend in its own right.
Meals: Dinner
Lodging: The Royal Hawaiian (Historic Garden Rooms or Tower Oceanfront Rooms), Waikiki Beach, Oahu

Day 2: Memories of Pearl Harbor & a night at the museum
Visit the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor, a tribute to the military personnel who were killed in the December 7, 1941 attack, called the Day of Infamy. Further Honolulu sightseeing includes Iolani Palace, Washington Place, and the sumptuous state capitol building. Tonight, Tauck welcomes you to our ultimate Hawaii vacation package with an exclusive private evening at Honolulu's renowned Bishop Museum, one of the world's finest anthropological museums, complete with traditional entertainment, cultural demonstrations, cocktails and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Lodging: The Royal Hawaiian (Historic Garden Rooms or Tower Oceanfront Rooms), Waikiki Beach, Oahu

Day 3: A morning on Waikiki and Honolulu at leisure
Kick off the day on Waikiki Beach when you meet a "beach boy" who will "talk-story" for you, then take a ride in Waikiki's celebrated surf aboard a traditional outrigger canoe. The rest of the day and evening are yours to explore Honolulu and its environs as you please – perhaps walking up Diamond Head for a bird’s-eye view of the Pacific and Waikiki, selecting one of the area's fine restaurants for dinner on your own, or checking out the local nightlife.
Meals: Breakfast
Lodging: The Royal Hawaiian (Historic Garden Rooms or Tower Oceanfront Rooms), Waikiki Beach, Oahu

Day 4: Kauai calls and Kilohana answers
Fly to the Garden Isle of Kauai, whose lush landscapes featuring orchids, hibiscus and plumeria are often used as a setting for Hollywood films depicting tropical paradise. A visit to the beautifully restored Kilohana sugar plantation -- home to lovely gardens, historic cottages and Kauai's grandest 20th-century mansion -- takes you back to a simpler time; have lunch and tour the 35-acre estate by wagon. See Spouting Horn, a fascinating volcanic blowhole, and pass through the Tunnel of Trees – formed by walls of 150-year-old eucalyptus towering above the roadway – en route to your beachfront resort on renowned Poipu Beach.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Lodging: Sheraton Kauai Resort (Ocean-View Rooms), Poipu Beach, Kauai

Day 5: Ecological discoveries and leisure time on Kauai
Your Hawaii vacation package continues with a RAVEN-series lecture on the ecology of the Hawaiian Archipelago. The rest of the day is yours – you may want to swim, snorkel, sunbathe, spot Poipu Beach's abundant marine life from monk seals to green sea turtles, or simply enjoy all your resort has to offer. Or you may want to embark on an optional 30-minute helicopter flightseeing adventure over the rainforests and mountains of the lush "Garden Isle" (available for an additional charge of $299 per person; see Available Tour Options for details).
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Lodging: Sheraton Kauai Resort (Ocean-View Rooms), Poipu Beach, Kauai

Day 6: Explore Maui, the "Valley Isle"
Fly to Maui, named for an ancient god, and have your camera at the ready as you travel through the mist-shrouded Iao Valley. Visit the historic port of Lahaina, an old whaling center and former island capital, with time to explore as you please. Ocean-view rooms offering Pacific vistas await at your resort home for the next three nights, set amidst 40 lush acres on Kaanapali Beach.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Lodging: Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa (Ocean-View Rooms), Lahaina, Maui

Day 7: A day as you please on Maui, and a traditional luau tonight
During a free day amidst the natural beauty of Maui, the "Valley Isle," you might engage in some of the many optional activities available in the area (some at an additional charge) – perhaps taking a whale-watching cruise, going scuba diving, taking a tennis lesson from a pro, trying the hula, or wandering through Lahaina’s art galleries. In the evening, learn about Hawaiian culture at a luau featuring traditional food, music, and dance, surrounded by tiki torches and palm trees.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Lodging: Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa (Ocean-View Rooms), Lahaina, Maui

Day 8: Impressive Mount Haleakala
This Hawaii vacation package highlights include a journey to the 10,023-foot-high rim of Mount Haleakala, the world’s largest dormant volcano and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The crater is more than seven miles across, and hosts two endangered species, the nene (Hawaiian wild goose), and the silversword, a specially adapted plant. After enjoying extraordinary views from the mountaintop, learn about island agriculture as you descend through Maui's upcountry farmland and return to your oceanfront resort on Kaanapali Beach for an evening at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast
Lodging: Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa (Ocean-View Rooms), Lahaina, Maui

Day 9: The Big Island and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Fly to the Big Island of Hawaii, and explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It showcases Mauna Loa, the most massive mountain on earth, and Kilauea, which has been erupting almost continually since 1983, producing rivers of fiery lava. Walk through the astounding volcanic terrain, exploring geological features from craters to lava tubes. Then travel along the stunning Hamakua shoreline to your renowned luxury resort – The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii, nestled on 32 oceanfront acres along the Big Island's famous Kohala Coast – for a three-night stay.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii, Kohala Coast, Big Island

Day 10: Big Island relaxation – or adventure – as you choose
Spend the day doing whatever interests you most on the Big Island of Hawaii. You can set off on an optional two-hour helicopter excursion for a thrilling view of Kilauea's fiery lava vents and the Big Island's coastal rainforests, available at an additional cost of $550 per person (see Available Tour Options). Or you can indulge in other optional activities offered by your resort (at additional cost) such as tennis, a round (or two) of golf on a 36-hole championship course, or a world-class spa treatment.
Meals: Breakfast
Lodging: The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii, Kohala Coast, Big Island

Day 11: Living history and traditions at a historic Kona coffee farm
Visit the intriguing Kona Coffee Living History Farm, a working seven-acre coffee and macadamia nut farm established in 1900, that illustrates traditional coffee farming and the lifestyles of its pioneering Japanese growers; guides provide a hands-on, living history experience as you explore the farm house, coffee orchards, processing mill and drying platforms. Later, enjoy free time in the harborside town of Kailua-Kona – once home to Hawaiian royalty – and explore the Kona Coast as you wish. This evening, your enriching four-island Hawaii vacation package concludes as you share memories with your fellow travelers at tonight's farewell reception and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Lodging: The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii, Kohala Coast, Big Island

Day 12: Mahalo Hawaii
Your Hawaiian vacation package ends on the Big Island. Fly home anytime; a transfer is included from The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii, to Kailua-Kona International Airport. Allow a minimum of two hours for departure flight check-in at the airport.
Meals: Breakfast

ACCOMMODATIONS

Night 1, 2, & 3: The Royal Hawaiian
Honolulu, Hawaii

A beloved Hawaiian landmark, the legendary “Pink Palace of the Pacific” has welcomed guests to Waikiki for over 75 years. Set right on famed Waikiki Beach, this elegant Grande Dame provides a gracious introduction to traditional Hawaii with its the prime beachfront location and its charming old-world ambiance. Guestrooms offer all the amenities that today’s travelers expect, including cable TV with movie channels and high-speed Internet access. The hotel offers a wide range of water sports and beach activities to enhance your leisure hours, with facilities including a private beach, inviting swimming pool, well-equipped Fitness Center and the Abhasa Waikiki Spa. Dining at the world-renowned Surf Room is a memorable experience, as is indulging in lovely ocean views at the Mai Tai Bar.

Night 4 & 5: Sheraton Kauai Resort
Poipu Beach, Kauai, Hawaii

Ideally located on Kauai’s famous Poipu Beach, the Sheraton Kauai Resort entices with its scenic beauty, host of resort activities and warm hospitality. Gracious guestrooms feature individually controlled air conditioning, color TV with cable, in-room refrigerator, iron and ironing board, hair dryer, waffle-weave bathrobes and in-room coffee maker. The fully equipped Fitness Center boasts views of Kauai’s southern coastline and two freshwater swimming pools await your pleasure. The Beach Activities Center is the place to go to obtain rental equipment to add to your fun as you enjoy Poipu Beach, named the #1 Beach by Doc Beach in USA TODAY. Be sure to visit the Hawaiian Culture Center to watch local artists at work creating Hawaiian arts and crafts. The Oasis Bar & Grill features an intriguing selections of island pupus (appetizers) and an array of tropical drinks in a delightful al fresco setting.

Night 6, 7 & 8: Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa
Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii

Hyatt Regency Maui is a consistent choice as one of the world’s 500 best hotels by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure. Its desirable beachfront location, attentive service, wide range of recreational facilities and luxurious atmosphere make it a perennial favorite among sophisticated visitors to Maui. The resort is set amidst landscaped grounds offering an array of recreational facilities including two swimming pools and tennis courts, plus cultural activities such as lei making and hula demonstrations. Refresh your mind and body at the oceanfront, full service spa or take advantage of all the fitness equipment at the Moana Athletic club. Enjoy a cocktail at one of the resorts many lounges prior to dining at one of its impressive restaurants.

Night 9, 10 & 11: The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii
Big Island, Hawaii

Nestled beachside on the sun-drenched Kohala Coast of the big Island, The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii extends a warm e komo mai (welcome) to today’s sophisticated travelers. Comfortable guestrooms, each with its own private lanai, feature waffle-weave tropical weight bathrobes, exclusive Fairmont toiletries, coffee maker, mini-bar / refreshment center, cable TV, hairdryer and iron / ironing board. From the beautiful beach to the 10,000-square-foot swimming pool to the world-class tennis courts to the award-winning 36-hole golf course, there is no shortage of enjoyable activities from which to choose. The unique Spa without Walls awaits with a wide range of rejuvenating treatments and services and the Fitness Center stands ready with an array of exercise equipment. Many guests enjoy admiring the views of the sea at the Ocean Bar or the Sunset Terrace. The discerning readers of Travel + Leisure consider The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii to be one of the 500-best hotels in the world.

DEPARTURE DATES
Year Round

PRICES
From approx $4,570 US per person double occupancy