Splendors of the Hawaiian Islands with extended stay in Maui

SPLENDORS OF THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS WITH EXTENDED STAY IN MAUI
15 DAYS FROM $2,199 US
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Discover the tropical beauty of Hawaii during this magnificent vacation. On this Splendors of the Hawaiian Islands vacation, enjoy pure tropical bliss as you island hop by air from Oahu to Kauai and Hawaii to Maui. Start your trip in Honolulu with a typical Hawaiian greeting—a fresh flower lei. Walk along Honolulu’s world-famous Waikiki Beach and enjoy a sightseeing tour of Honolulu. Visit Pearl Harbor and its memorial, Honolulu Lookout, Chinatown, and more. After a day of leisure in Honolulu, fly to Kauai, take an excursion to Waimea Canyon, and attend a luau feast. Cruise up the Wailua River to a lava rock grotto covered with tropical fern. After a day of leisure in Kauai, fly to the big island of Hawaii. Tour Hawaii’s Volcanoes National Park and enjoy a full day to explore Kona. Finally, travel to Maui to see the lush 'Iao Valley and tour Haleakala National Park, site of the huge volcanic Haleakala Crater. Spend an additional two nights and two full days at leisure in Maui enjoying the beauty of this tropical paradise with its 80 named beaches. From luaus and snorkeling to aquariums and volcanoes to beaches and lush rain forests, this is a vacation that has something for everyone. Sit back, relax, and enjoy paradise!

Day 1 Thu. HONOLULU
Aloha and welcome to Hawaii! Upon arrival at Honolulu International Airport you will be greeted with a fresh flower lei and transferred to your hotel in Waikiki. Your Tour Director will be on hand to assist with check-in.

Day 2 Fri. HONOLULU
Enjoy a full day at leisure. Your Tour Director will have suggestions, including activities near world-famous Waikiki Beach or a full-day optional outing to the Polynesian Cultural Center on the island’s north shore, where you’ll enjoy a dinner buffet and the colorful Horizons stage show.

Day 3 Sat. HONOLULU
This morning, your sightseeing excursion features the sunken USS ARIZONA and its impressive memorial to the men still entombed there, Punchbowl National Cemetery, and Honolulu Lookout. Other sights include bustling Chinatown, 'Iolani Palace, and the Kamehameha Statue. The afternoon is free for independent activities. Tonight, join the optional sunset dinner cruise along the shores of Waikiki.

Day 4 Sun. HONOLULU
One last day to enjoy Waikiki, the world’s most famous beach. Your Tour Director has ideas to make your day memorable

Day 5 Mon. HONOLULU–KAUAI
Morning transfer to Honolulu Airport for the flight to the “Garden Isle” of Kauai. Then, drive along the scenic southern shore via Poipu Beach to Waimea, once the Polynesian capital of Kauai and the site where Captain Cook landed on the islands in 1778. Sightseeing highlights include WAIMEA CANYON, known as the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific,” the lush and fertile Hanapepe Valley, and a photo stop at SPOUTING HORN, a dramatic blowhole on the ocean’s edge. Later, arrive at your oceanside hotel in Kapa’a. Tonight, attend a LUAU feast, considered one of Hawaii’s best. After dinner, sit back and watch a captivating international revue of dancers and musicians. (D)

NOTE: Due to air schedules on inter-island flights between Honolulu and Kauai, the luau could be moved to Day 9 on the island of Hawaii.

Day 6 Tue. KAUAI
Kauai has a lot to offer, and your Tour Director will suggest several optional outings for the duration of your stay, including a trip to Hanalei Bay, the filming location of many Hollywood movies, such as South Pacific and The Thornbirds. Other activities include helicopter flightseeing and snorkeling on the Na Pali coastline.

Day 7 Wed. KAUAI–HILO–KONA. HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK VISIT
Early this morning, depart for Hilo and the island of Hawaii. Then, tour HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK. See Kilauea Crater, rising 4,090 feet above a volcanic wonderland of steaming fire pits, lava tubes, and fern forests. Arrive in Kona on the sunny side of the “Big Island” in the late afternoon.

Day 8 Thu. KONA
The following two days are free to explore the charming and historic town of Kailua-Kona. Optional activities include a snorkeling cruise to a coral reef to view magnificent tropical fish, or a helicopter ride along the Kohala coastline and over the famous Parker Ranch and an active volcano.

Day 9 Fri. KONA
Today you may choose to take in the breathtaking views of the Pacific while you relax on the decks of your resort’s oceanfront split-level swimming pool or at the private beach and saltwater swimming lagoon. For an unforgettable adventure, join the afternoon optional to the summit of Mauna Kea Crater (13,796 ft.) to view the sunset, then visit the Ellison Onizuka Visitor Center (9,200 ft.) to stargaze in the evening.

Day 10 Sat. KONA–MAUI
This morning, fly to Maui, the “Valley Island.” On arrival, sightseeing begins with a visit to the 'IAO VALLEY, the “Yosemite of the Pacific,” to view the 'lao Needle. Then, through lush farm country and along the shoreline via Maalaea Boat Harbor to Lahaina, once a whaling center and capital of the Hawaiian monarchy. Free time to explore this colorful town.

Day 11 Sun. MAUI
A full day at leisure to enjoy Maui’s splendid beaches or to relax by the pool at the hotel. There is a variety of optional outings, including the Road to Hana, one of the world’s most spectacular scenic drives with 54 bridges and many waterfalls. From January to mid-April, whale watching is offered.

Day 12 Mon. MAUI. HALEAKALA NATIONAL PARK VISIT
This morning is dedicated to HALEAKALA NATIONAL PARK, the volcano known to islanders as the “House of the Sun,” and its vast Haleakala Crater. The parkland is located in a setting of stunning natural beauty, ranging from a landscape of cinder cones to dense rainforest. Return to Kihei in the early afternoon with the balance of the day at leisure.

Days 13-14 Tue. & Wed. MAUI
Remain at your Maui hotel, the Sheraton Maui, for the next two nights. Two full days at leisure, with plenty of activities to choose from. Optional sightseeing tours to many of Maui’s attractions are available, including a submarine ride over a coral reef, and a snorkeling trip to Molokini.

Day 15 Thu. MAUI
The trip ends this morning with guests departing on individual schedules. Transfer to Maui’s airport in Kahului for your homebound flight.

INCLUDED FEATURES
In Honolulu, Kauai, Hawaii, and Maui; visits to Pearl Harbor, Waimea Canyon, Hilo, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Kona, `Iao Valley, Lahaina, Haleakala National Park. Inside visits as shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.

YOUR HOTEL ON MAUI The Sheraton Maui offers one of the best beach locations on the Hawaiian Islands. Situated on a long stretch of the white sands of Ka’anapali Beach, the hotel is also within easy walking distance of Whaler’s Village with its many shops and restaurants. Hotel facilities include a health club, outdoor pool and hot tub adjacent to the beach, and tennis courts. There are two poolside restaurants and bars as well as American and Japanese restaurants in the hotel.

SCENIC HIGHLIGHTS
Waikiki Beach, Honolulu Lookout, Poipu Beach, Hanapepe Valley, Kona coastline.

INSIDE VISITS
Inside visits and special features are shown in the description, including admission charges when applicable.

GUIDES
Services of a professional Tour Director. Host service in Maui, where information is provided for independent exploration and dining.

STANDARD INCLUDED FEATURES
Learn more about transportation, hotels, and other standard included features offered.

MEALS - (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner
Luau with Polynesian revue on Kauai (D)

HOTELS - (F) First-Class (ST) Superior Tourist-Class (T) Tourist Class
Honolulu Sheraton Princess Kaiulani (F); Kauai Aston Kauai Beach at Makaiwa (F); Kona Royal Kona (F); Maui Sheraton Maui (SF)

TRANSPORTATION
All airport transfers. Land-only price includes all inter-island flights. Private, deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach when touring.

DEPARTURE DATES
January - March
May - December

PRICES
From approx $2,199 US per person double occupancy