Aloha Hawaii

After your arrival at Honolulu Airport, the traditional lei greeting at your Travel Director's Welcome Desk kicks off your Hawaii vacation. Your hotel during your time on Oahu was the setting for Blue Hawaii, Elvis Presley’s 1961 movie and it is the birthplace of the legendary cocktail of the same name. 

Tonight, join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Dinner.

Included Meals - Welcome Reception, Dinner with Wne

Pearl Harbor

Enjoy a relaxed start this morning followed by a visit to the Pearl Harbor National Memorial, commemorating the tragic day of December 7th 1941. Walk through the Visitor Center and take a short boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial, the final resting place of 1,102 sailors and marines. USS Arizona tickets are subject to NPS availability not known till day before visit. Spend time at the superb visitor center and explore exhibits that recount the events that led the US to join World War II. 

As part of today's adventure you'll see the Punchbowl National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. It honours all those who served in the US Armed Forces and lost their lives during WWII, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. Return to Waikiki and spend the rest of your day at leisure.

Included Meals - Breakfast 

A Trip Around Oahu

After a relaxed start this morning, set out to explore Oahu 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 a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience with your Local Expert in a Hawaiian Legacy Forest and partake in the sacred planting ceremony of a native tree contributing to the healing of the local ecosystem. Delve into an al fresco, sustainably sourced picnic lunch while enjoying views of the Legacy Forest. Continue to North Shore where in the winter months waves can reach 30ft making it a favorite spot among big wave surfers worldwide. Visit Haleiwa, the social and artistic hub of the North Shore. 

Stroll among small boutiques and plantation-era buildings to soak up the laid-back ambiance. Finally, return to Waikiki after your eventful day and enjoy your evening at leisure.

Included Meals - Breakfast, Lunch

Maui, the Valley Isle

Take a short flight to Kahului on Maui. This slice of Hawaiian island paradise offers 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. 

This green-mantled rock outcropping overlooks sacred lands and was used as a burial site for Hawaii’s chiefs for centuries. In the evening you are invited to choose your own dining experience from a selection of restaurants for your Dine-Around Evening. 

Your 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.

Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner with Wine

Upcountry Maui

This morning, head to Upcountry Maui and discover a different face of the island. 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. 

At its peak, Hawaii produced 75% of the world’s pineapples and the tropical fruit became a symbol for the state. Next we indulge in a Farm-to-Table lunch at the Hali’imaile General Store. Originally a plantation shop in the early 20th century, the restaurant is known for its outstanding island cuisine. 

Return to your resort and spend the evening at your leisure.

Included Meals - Breakfast, Lunch 

Insight Choice in Maui

Explore Maui with Insight Choice. Choose to explore sunrise at Haleakala National Park, offering an astonishing volcanic landscape. Hear the Hawaiian legends about the active volcano and see the unique Haleakalā Silversword plant. Alternatively, cruise to the scenic coastline of Lanaʻi island and snorkel a dazzling coral reef, home to abundant sea life.

Tonight, get together with your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Celebration Dinner. Toast to your fantastic Hawaiian holiday.

Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner with Wine

Depart Maui

Bid a fond a hui hou... until we meet again to Hawaii and take a transfer to Kahului Airport or extend your stay in Maui. 

Included Meals - Breakfast 

• Accommodations, Tours and Meals listed
  
  
• Internal Air from Oahu to Maui
  
  
• From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
  
  
• Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give. Also included are all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
  
  
• Your bags are carried to your rooms for you.
  
  
• The Travel Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide.
  
  
• Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Experts fascinating commentary.
  
  
• Stay connected with friends and family with complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).

Note: Accommodations and schedule are subject to change

• Your round-trip flights from home
  
  
• No early check in/late checkout
  
  
• Meals that are not listed
  
  
• Baggage fees
  
  
• Alcoholic beverages not listed, laundry, incidentals, spa services, personal phone calls or other activities not mentioned
  
  
• Souvenirs and shopping sprees
  
  
• Gratuities to Travel Director, Drivers and local Experts
  
  
• Personal, medical or trip cancellation insurance (which is strongly recommended)

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort, Oahu (or similar)

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali (or similar)