Hawaii Unplugged (Previously called The Big Kahuna)

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You've seen it in the movies and fantasised about it since forever, so why put it off any longer? Hawaii is the kind of island paradise that will have you dreaming of coming back as soon as you've left its shores, each time stealing another little piece of your heart. 9 days of sunshine, surf, coconuts and hula dancing are waiting...

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Entry into Volcanoes National Park
    • Flights & Transfers
    • Visit Punalu'u black sand beach

What's this trip about?

    You've seen it in the movies and fantasised about it since forever, so why put it off any longer? Hawaii is the kind of island paradise that will have you dreaming of coming back as soon as you've left its shores, each time stealing another little piece of your heart. 9 days of sunshine, surf, coconuts and hula dancing are waiting...

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start Cityhonolulu
End Cityhonolulu

Travel Themes

  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

  • North America
  • United States

Attractions

  • Hawaii
  • Kona
  • Maui

Activities

  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion

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Itinerary

Day 1: Honolulu to Waikiki

Well Aloha. Who's ready for 9 days of nothin' but good times and happy vibes? Fasten your seat belts, the ride is about to begin... You see those people over there? They're about to become your new BFF's. Awkward hello's soon making way for excited chats about your u...

Day 2: Waikiki

Today's all about living that sweet Hawaiian beach life as we make our way to Oahu's North Shore. Surfing fans, we know you'll be frothing at the sights you're about to see; waves of epic proportions (if you're lucky), surfers galore, and maybe even a surfing dog or t...

Day 3: Waikiki

Waikiki, what more can you offer us? With a full free day to explore, you'll soon find out. Maybe you're hungering for some Vitamin D and want nothing more than a towel and some hot rays, or of you're feeling adventurous, how about a surf lesson? This is after all the...

Day 4: Waikiki to Kona via Hilo

Honolulu you've been a dream, but the Big Island of Hawaii is calling us and we've got a plane to catch... Home of the Goddess of Fire, Pele, the Big Island boasts a tasty mix of vast craters, black beaches and flowing lava. Trust us, it's every bit as thrilling as ...

Day 5: Kona

Well good morning Kona! Famous for its Macadamia nuts and delicious coffee, the laid back vibes of this town will instantly win you over, making you wonder why you didn't come sooner. Today is a free day, but we hope we can tempt you with our Me Time snorkelling adve...

Day 6: Kona to Maui

From one island paradise to another, this morning we leave Kona on another included flight with the equally gorgeous Maui in our sights. Known as the Valley Isle, Maui is a lush tropical paradise and our home for the next 3 nights. First up we'll visit the Lao Valley...

Day 7: Maui

Rise and shine, because now you're operating on Maui time and trust us, you don't want to miss a second. Today is yours to roam as you please; maybe beach nap it out on Kaanapali beach, or take a leisurely trip to the spa. However, if you want to add a touch of YOLO t...

Day 8: Maui

Today is our last in Maui, so lets do this thing right. Another free day means yet more opportunities for DIY exploring. If you were sailing with us yesterday perhaps today you've got maxin relaxin in mind, but if you're still keen for more, we've got another down rig...

Day 9: Maui (Depart Kaanapali)

Don't cry because it's over, instead smile because it happened. Hearts heavy but with memories that'll last a lifetime, today our Contiki wolf pack will go our seperate ways. But you know what eases the travel blues? Planning which corner of the world to head to next...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,555
Price per day$284
Last Updated: 0/17/2022

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Meals Included
  • We’ll get 10 of your meals and you get the rest. You can refuel over breakfast and grab some authentic Hawaiian dinners from us but you’ll also get an opportunity to DIY your foodie adventure.
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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