Hawaii Four Island Holiday

Day 1 : Fly to Honolulu

We are welcomed to the islands of Aloha with a traditional lei greeting before checking in to our Honolulu hotel for a four-night stay.

Day 2 : Pearl Harbor

After a delicious included breakfast we tour the Honolulu area beginning with the most moving site on Oahu, Pearl Harbor National Memorial. At the visitor center, we view the galleries and exhibits that recall December 7, 1941, the day that catapulted the U.S. into World War II. A documentary film precedes our Navy launch out to the USS Arizona Memorial to observe the sunken battleship. Afterward, mingle with new friends over a Holiday Vacations Welcome Lunch in Honolulu. The afternoon brings us past the volcanic shaped Hawaiian State Capitol building and Iolani Palace, the only palace in the U.S. once inhabited by a reigning monarch. We then visit the Punchbowl, an extinct volcano and home of the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific.

Day 3 : Polynesian Cultural Center

Enjoy a scenic drive along Oahu’s North Shore followed by a visit to the Polynesian Cultural Center where we have lunch and learn about the ancient cultures of six Pacific island nations.

Day 4 : Oahu

Follow your own desires today. Perhaps return to see more of Iolani Palace or explore Diamond Head. Tonight’s dinner is included at the resort.

Day 5 : Volcanoes National Park

This morning we fly to Hilo on the Big Island of Hawaii. We stop for a delicious lunch just outside Volcanoes National Park. Once inside the park, pause along the way to appreciate the dramatic overlooks and visitor center. The unique landscape of the park features volcanic craters, dried lava flows and steam vents. Afterwards we check in to our Kona hotel for a two-night stay.

Day 6 : Big Island

Breakfast is included this morning at our hotel. The Big Island is yours to explore today. Perhaps tour a coffee plantation, visit Historic Kailua Village or Kona’s Mokuaikaua Church, the oldest Christian church in Hawaii.

Day 7 : Waimea Canyon

Fly this morning to Kauai, known as the Garden Isle for its lush landscapes. Following an included lunch we are invited to sample coffee at the Kauai Coffee Company’s Visitor Center, the country’s largest coffee grower. Next we're off to witness the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, Waimea Canyon. This vast gorge is a striking palette of red rock and emerald green vegetation.

Day 8 : Kauai

Kauai is the second-wettest place on Earth, resulting in lush rainforest, breathtaking scenery, and balmy breezes. Our included excursion features a visit to Smith’s Fern Grotto. This pleasant boat ride includes songs and stories of ancient Hawaii. A short stroll through the rainforest opens up to a lush Fern Grotto. Spend the rest of the day at leisure touring a botanical garden, flightseeing by helicopter, or relaxing by the pool at our resort hotel.

Day 9 : Maui

We fly to Maui today, nicknamed the Valley Isle for the valleys carved into its mountains. We enjoy lunch and explore the Maui Ocean Center for an up-close view of the marine life that calls Hawaii home. Meet some of the most notable visitors to these waters during the 3D Humpbacks of Hawaii experience. Next we drive through Lahaina, an old whaling port dotted with historical landmarks, shops and galleries. The town is especially known for its gigantic Banyan tree with branches spanning an entire city block! Later we arrive at the fabulous Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa for three nights. Enjoy 40 oceanfront acres of lavish swimming pools, tropical gardens, shopping and dining, plus a private lanai with every room.

Day 10 : The Valley Isle

Begin with a delicious breakfast buffet at our hotel’s Swan Court. The Hyatt is located on Ka’anapali Beach, a three mile stretch of gorgeous sand that many consider among the world’s best beaches. We have the day to relax at the hotel, play on a championship golf course, go on a snorkeling expedition, or travel the winding Road to Hana.

Day 11 : Traditional Luau

The morning and afternoon are yours for relaxation, exploration, and adventure. Tonight, say farewell Hawaii style at the Drums of the Pacific Luau and Polynesian Show. Enjoy tropical drinks and the exotic flavors of native Hawaiian cuisine. Our evening ends with music and dances of the South Pacific!

Day 12 : Aloha Hawaii

After a morning of leisure we depart the hotel for a Holiday Vacations Farewell Lunch with our new friends. Board a tram this afternoon for a guided tour to explore the Maui Tropical Plantation to discover more about the diverse fruits and plants that grow here. View bananas, papaya, macadamia nuts and taro as they grow, and witness a live coconut husking demonstration! Then we say aloha to Hawaii and travel to the airport for our overnight flight to the mainland.

Day 13 : Arrive Home

A Hui Hou (until we meet again).