Day 1 : Fly to Honolulu

Arrive in Oahu and receive a traditional lei greeting before checking in to our beautiful Waikiki Beach hotel for a four-night stay.

Day 2 : Pearl Harbor

After a delicious included breakfast, we embark on a city tour of Honolulu including 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. Enjoy a documentary film and a Navy launch out to the USS Arizona Memorial to observe the sunken battleship. This afternoon, mingle with new friends over a Holiday Vacations Welcome Lunch in Honolulu. We continue our city tour, bringing 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 also visit the Punchbowl, an extinct volcano and home of the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. *Tickets to the USS Arizona Memorial are subject to availability through National Park Service and confirmed the day prior.

Day 3 : Oahu

Today is yours for individual pursuits! Soak up the sunshine on famous Waikiki Beach, delight your taste buds with a regional food tour, explore the ocean with a snorkeling excursion, or embark on a scenic hike at Diamond Head. After working up an appetite, enjoy an included dinner at the resort tonight.

Day 4 : Polynesian Cultural Center

This morning, we enjoy a scenic drive along Oahu’s North Shore and make a stop at Dole Pineapple Visitor Center. We then continue our journey to the Polynesian Cultural Center where we have lunch and learn about the ancient cultures of six Pacific Island nations. Afterward, we return to our hotel and have the evening at leisure.

Day 5 : Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

This morning, we fly to Hilo on the Big Island of Hawaii. Following a delicious lunch just outside Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, we head inside for a stop at the visitor center and pause along the way to appreciate the dramatic overlook. The unique landscape of the park features volcanic craters, dried lava flows, and steam vents. Later, we travel to Kona to check in to our fantastic accommodations for the next two evenings.

Day 6 : The Big Island

Relax and savor an included breakfast at the hotel this morning, then venture out to explore the Big Island on your own. Take a stroll through historic Kailua-Kona Village to shop or dine, visit Moku’aikaua Church, tour a coffee farm, swim with manta rays, or embark on a flightseeing excursion.

Day 7 : Waimea Canyon

This morning, we fly 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 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. Later, we check in to our upscale accommodations for the next two nights.

Depart Kauai Coffee for island tour with driver/guide.

Day 8 : Kauai

Following breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure on the second-wettest place on Earth, Kauai. There are endless spectacular sights to take in with its lush rainforest, breathtaking scenery, and balmy breezes. Enjoy a stroll through a botanical garden, take a boat ride to Smith’s Fern Grotto and hear stories of ancient Hawaii, step aboard a helicopter for aerial views of the vistas below, or relax by the pool at our resort hotel. This evening, we gather as a group for a wonderful included dinner at the hotel.

Day 9 : Maui

We fly to Maui today, nicknamed the Valley Isle for the valleys carved into its mountains. We enjoy lunch at the Maui Ocean Center, then get an up-close view of the marine life that calls Hawaii home. We have the opportunity to meet some of the most notable visitors to these waters during the 3D Humpbacks of Hawaii experience. After checking in to our spectacular hotel for the next three evenings, the remainder of the day is at leisure.

Day 10 : The Valley Isle

Wake up well-rested and savor an included breakfast at our oceanfront hotel, situated along a three-mile stretch of world-renowned Ka’anapali Beach. We have the day to soak up the sun, play a round on a championship golf course, go on a snorkeling expedition, travel the winding Road to Hana, or watch the sunset on a dinner cruise.

Day 11 : Traditional Luau

The morning and afternoon are yours for leisure or exploration. Our hotel is conveniently located just a short stroll from Whalers Village, where you can visit shops, grab a bite to eat, or enjoy live entertainment. Tonight, say farewell Hawaii-style at Drums of the Pacific luau and Polynesian show. Indulge in tropical drinks and the exotic flavors of native Hawaiian cuisine. Our evening ends with authentic music and dances of the South Pacific!

Day 12 : Aloha Hawaii

Wake up well-rested and enjoy one last morning to spend as you please in tropical paradise. Later, we spend time exploring Maui Tropical Plantation on a narrated tram tour, learning about the island’s iconic fruits and plants. We also gather for a fantastic Farewell Meal to commemorate our adventure on the islands of Aloha before boarding our overnight flight to the mainland.

Day 13 : Arrive Home

A hui hou (until we meet again).