Hawaiian Explorer First Class

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The soft sands of Waikiki Beach recede to tropical forests, the world's largest volcano at Mount Haleakala, on this relaxed exploration of Oahu, Hawaii and Maui. You'll enjoy Insider moments like... finding out about the organic farming principles Ancil employs at O'o Farm, in the lush forests of Waipoli. Learning about Maui cuisine as Chef JJ whips up loca...

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

    • Orientations of Honolulu and Kailua-Kona
    • Visit Pearl Harbor, the USS Arizona Memorial, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Jaggar Museum and Thurston Lava Tube
    • View the Kilauea and Haleakala Volcano

What's this trip about?

    The soft sands of Waikiki Beach recede to tropical forests, the world's largest volcano at Mount Haleakala, on this relaxed exploration of Oahu, Hawaii and Maui. You'll enjoy Insider moments like... finding out about the organic farming principles Ancil employs at O'o Farm, in the lush forests of Waipoli. Learning about Maui cuisine as Chef JJ whips up local dishes, then dining in the open air as the scent of fresh home-grown coffee floats on the breeze. And discovering more about Hawaii's military past and the historic events of 1941 – on an in-depth visit to Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona.

Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityHawaii
End CityMaui

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • 50 Plus
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • History
  • Nature

Trip includes

    • Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
    • Hand-picked 4 and 5 star accommodation
    • Hand-picked Insider Experiences
    • Optional Experiences and free time
    • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
    • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
    • An expert Travel Director and separate Driver
    • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
    • Airport transfers on the first and last day of your guided holiday
    • VIP entry to many sights
    • Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing
    • 7 Nights First Class accommodation
    • Your choice of three hotel categories: Moderate, First Class and Premier accommodation
    • A Trafalgar Bonus – All inter-island flights: Honolulu-Hilo and Hilo-Kahului including all airport transfers
    • Aloha Welcome with a flower lei on arrival at Honolulu International Airport on Day 1

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Itinerary

1. ARRIVE HONOLULU, OAHU – WAIKIKI (2 NIGHTS) Welcome to Hawaii. In the traditional Aloha spirit, you'll be greeted at the airport with a flower lei. Explore your hotel in the heart of Waikiki Beach and spend the rest of the afternoon as you like: dive into the warm gentle waves of the Pacific or relax with a tropical drink poolside. At 6 p.m., gather for a Hawaiian-style Welcome Reception and dinner with your Travel Director and fellow travellers. Meal(s) Welcome Reception Dinner 2. PEARL HARBOR AND HONOLULU SIGHTSEEING Today, begin your exploration of Oahu. During a visit to Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial, you'll be moved by this memorial to the World War II military personnel still entombed in the ship's hull since the fatal attack in 1941. After driving through the National Memorial Cemetery in the Punchbowl Crater, make your way back to Honolulu to see the splendid Iolani Palace, former home to Hawaii's last monarchs, and the iconic King Kamehameha I statue at Aliiolani Hale. View the current state capitol building, built in a Hawaiian version of modernist Bauhaus architecture. The rest of the afternoon is yours to spend relaxing on the beach, doing some shopping or just exploring. Meal(s) Full Breakfast 3. OAHU – KONA – KEAUHOU BAY (2 NIGHTS) Your morning begins with a short, scenic flight to the Big Island of Hawaii. Upon arrival, enjoy an orientation tour of the lively seaside village of Kailua-Kona followed by time to explore the local shops in this quaint and bustling town. Kona is famous for its tasty coffee and you'll learn more about this fragrant bean and the process of growing them on a Kona coffee plantation with a Local Specialist. Later, check in to your oceanfront resort and perhaps get a glimpse of the most famous guests on the property: the manta rays. Speaking of rays, get an up close view of these majestic sea creatures with a dinner at Rays on the Bay. Meal(s) Full Breakfast Dinner 4. KONA FREE TIME Wake to the sound of the sea and explore one of the most beautiful areas in the world on your own today. Options abound: don a snorkel and mask to see some of Hawaii's colourful and varied marine life, experience a spectacular helicopter flightseeing excursion over Big Island or just relax and enjoy the pool and other facilities at your oceanfront resort. This evening, perhaps join an optional experience to visit a historic working cattle ranch in the highlands for dinner and entertainment. Learn all about one of the ocean's most unique animals, the manta ray, from a Local Specialist at the hotel's Manta Ray Learning Center. Meal(s) Full Breakfast 5. KEAUHOU BAY – HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK - HILO - MAUI (3 NIGHTS) Bid farewell to Kona as you make your way to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that's home to the world's largest volcano. On the way, see the immense stretches of black sand beaches the island is known for and enjoy a stop at the southernmost bakery in the United States. Once inside the park, learn about the fiery geology of the islands and walk through a real lava tube followed by a visit to an interpretive museum. Afterwards, enjoy a savoury lunch at The Rim restaurant, offering unparalleled views of the Kilauea caldera. Later, travel to Hilo where you board your flight to Maui, the Magic Isle. Formerly a royal retreat, magnificent Kaanapali Beach is often ranked as one of America's finest beaches. Check in to your beachfront resort and relax for the evening. Meal(s) Full Breakfast Lunch 6. MAUI SIGHTSEEING This morning, set off for another of Hawaii's most famous volcanoes: Haleakala, which means "house of the sun". The volcano itself is the world's largest dormant volcano and the National Park is home to the island's highest peak at 10,023 feet (3,055 metres) above sea level. Travel into the countryside next to visit a local farm and learn about the sustainable agriculture on the islands. Then toast your host with a glass of wine and indulge in a Be My Guest lunch serving up delicious Hawaiian specialities made with the freshest local ingredients. After lunch, visit the lush emerald peaks of Iao Valley State Park. Join your travelling companions this evening for a luau Regional Meal, featuring a sumptuous buffet, tropical cocktails and the songs and dances of old Hawaii and the South Pacific. Meal(s) Full Breakfast Be My Guest Dining Regional Meal 7. MAUI FREE TIME Enjoy a full free day in paradise as you chart your own course through Maui's wonderlands. Spend some time on the long white-sand beaches. Explore the old whaling village of Lahaina with its trendy art galleries and welcoming cafés. Play 18 holes at a championship golf course overlooking the sea or maybe embark on a whale watching cruise. This evening, toast your travel adventures with your newfound friends at a festive Farewell Dinner. Meal(s) Full Breakfast Farewell Dinner 8. DEPART MAUI A hui hou…until we meet again. Take your transfer to the airport or extend your stay in Maui. Meal(s) Full Breakfast

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  • 7 full breakfasts.
  • 2 lunches (including Be My Guest).
  • 4 dinners.
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Optional Experiences are subject to change. Your Travel Director will supply you with a final list of Optional Experiences available on your trip. Optional Experiences cannot be booked online; they can be purchased during your trip through your Travel Director.

 

HAWAII

Big Island Spectacular Astar Helicopter Tour with Transportation

Adult Price: US$466.00 Discover both the Big Island's beauty and its volcanic fury. Tour the most geologically active environment on earth-the famous Kilauea volcano, which has been continuously erupting since 1983. View lava flows and black sand beaches. Experience all the awesome spectacle of Madame Pele's lava and volcanic badlands, then explore the lush rainforests of the Hamakua Coast. The towering sea cliffs open into the dramatically deep and meandering valleys of the Kohala Mountains. Beautiful waterfalls cascade thousands of feet into the rainforest below and remnants of ancient Hawaiian settlements are still visible. Total Duration: Approximately 2 hours. (Minimum: 2 guests)

 

Big Island Spectacular Astar Helicopter Tour with Transportation; Over 249 Lbs

Adult Price: US$698.00 Discover both the Big Island's beauty and its volcanic fury. Tour the most geologically active environment on earth-the famous Kilauea volcano, which has been continuously erupting since 1983. View lava flows and black sand beaches. Experience all the awesome spectacle of Madame Pele's lava and volcanic badlands, then explore the lush rainforests of the Hamakua Coast. The towering sea cliffs open into the dramatically deep and meandering valleys of the Kohala Mountains. Beautiful waterfalls cascade thousands of feet into the rainforest below and remnants of ancient Hawaiian settlements are still visible. Total duration: Approximately 2 hours. (Minimum: 2 guests)

 

Evening At Kahua Ranch Sunset Dinner

Adult Price: US$137.00 Please join us for an exciting and fun-filled evening under the stars in the Waimea countryside at this spectacular working ranch. Inviting pastures with views of the western coastline and rolling Kohala Mountains await you. History comes alive as we share stories of the introduction of cattle in 1793 and the emergence of the paniolo (Hawaiian Cowboy). A wonderful evening under the stars you will not forget. Available on Wednesday only. Duration: Approximately 6.5 hours.

 

Kona

Deluxe Morning Luncheon and Snorkeling

Adult Price: US$148.00 Don’t miss the opportunity to experience this award winning snorkel cruise to historic Kealakekua Bay. This cruise departs from Keauhou Bay and includes 2-1/2 hours of snorkeling at pristine Kealakekua Bay, snorkel gear, instruction, and two 15’ water slides. Guests are served a tropical continental breakfast of bagels and cream cheese, muffins, egg frittatas, croissants, fresh island fruit, 100% Kona coffee grown on our estate farm, herbal tea, and juice. Lunch includes BBQ cheeseburgers, garden burgers (for vegetarians), hot dogs, complete condiments, pasta salad, fresh pineapple, chips, cookies, soft drinks, and tropical fruit juice. A no-host bar is open during the last hour of the cruise. Duration: Approximately 4.5 hours.

 

Maui

Heavenly Hana Tour

Adult Price: US$142.00 Take the journey of a lifetime to East Maui. There are more than 600 curves in the road to Hana. You’ll weave through the surrounding forest and cross a total of 59 bridges while making your way along the eastern coast of the island. There are usually stops at Keanae Valley Lookout and Waianapanapa State Park that provide grand views of the ocean and surrounding hills. Once you finally reach the town of Hana you’ll have some time to take in all the charm of this sleepy, rural village. Duration: Approximately 11 hours.

 

Premium Morning Snorkel Cruise (with Transportation)

Adult Price: US$148.00 Maui’s best snorkeling trip takes you to two exceptional sites, Molokini Crater and Turtle Town. It’s a journey to another world and one that you’ll never forget. Molokini is one of only three sheltered volcanic calderas in the world, with crystal clear water and a wealth of sea life. Afterwards, we’ll take you to meet the Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles at Turtle Town, a mesmerizing coral reef teeming with turtles and other aquatic life. You’ll be able to interact safely with the turtles in their own spectacular habitat. It’s an opportunity few people experience and no one ever forgets. Includes breakfast and lunch. Duration: Approximately 7.5 hours.

 

Premium Snorkel Sail

Adult Price: US$150.00 For those that love adventure and a great BBQ, this is definitely the trip for you and your family. The day starts with delicious Kona coffee, tropical juices and a continental breakfast. You will experience two premier snorkel destinations (seasonal) as our helpful crew takes care of all your needs. After dropping the anchor to snorkel, we fire up the grill and prepare a delicious BBQ meal for you right on the boat! We then open up the bar and enjoy an invigorating trade wind sail (seasonal) back to Ka’anapali. Total duration: 5 hours.

 

West Maui Snorkel Sail

Adult Price: US$128.00 Our experienced captains know where to find the best snorkel spots on West Maui, and our informative and helpful crew will get you ready for an incredible underwater adventure. All of our high quality snorkel equipment, floatation devices and lessons are included. After snorkeling, feast on a build-your-own deli style lunch, complete with an open bar. Then just sit back and relax as we sail back (seasonal) to Ka’anapali. Duration: 5 hours.

 

Whalewatch Lahaina With One Way Transportation To Lahaina (November Only)

Adult Price: US$40.00 Informative and fun, each two-hour classic whalewatch is led by a team of Pacific Whale Foundation's certified Marine Naturalists, who explain and interpret the social behavior of humpback whales. Listen to whale songs through underwater hydrophones, watch mothers and calves interact and see males compete for females. Every trip is different; you never know what you will experience! Duration: Approximately 3 hours.

 

Whalewatch Lahaina With One Way Transportation To Lahaina (Seasonal Dec-Mar)

Adult Price: US$51.00 Informative and fun, each two-hour classic whalewatch is led by a team of Pacific Whale Foundation's certified Marine Naturalists, who explain and interpret the social behavior of humpback whales. Listen to whale songs through underwater hydrophones, watch mothers and calves interact and see males compete for females. Every trip is different; you never know what you will experience! Duration: Approximately 3 hours.

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