Best of Hawaii - Moderate

Hawaii promises gorgeous scenery, island breezes and fabulous food. Immerse yourself in the Aloha Spirit as you don a flower lei from your Travel Director to mark your arrival in Honolulu. This evening, join your Travel Director at dinner in Waikiki Beach to kick-start your epic Hawaii tour.

Diamond Head, where surfers and amazing views come together to signal your arrival in paradise. Start after a photo stop at the dramatic Halona Blowhole, follow the scenic coast of Oahu before heading to the North Shore, famous amongst surfers for its huge waves. Then return to Waikiki along Oahu’s windward coast or unlock more of the island with an Optional Experience. Why not visit the Polynesian Cultural Center to get up close to local villages and watch artisans from six Pacific cultures demonstrate dancing with fire, making clothing from plants, jewelry making and preserving history without a written language. Or, add on to your experience with a meal as you’re entertained by Hā: Breath of Life, full of captivating songs and dances.

• Oahu Full Island Sightseeing

With a full day free, unlock the heritage of the real Hawaii, experiencing first-hand the history, culture and hospitality of the warm Polynesian locals. Relax with beach time in Waikiki or look for surf legend Duke Paoa Kahanamoku's Statue, the father of international surfing. Tonight, it’s colorful drinks, ocean breezes and tropical flavors all around as you join your fellow travelers for a dinner featuring local fare.

There’s no better way to learn about history on your Hawaii tour than visiting places where pivotal events occurred. Today, pay homage to the thousands of brave soldiers who lost their lives in the surprise military strike at Pearl Harbor as you visit the Pearl Harbor National Memorial and the USS Arizona Memorial. Continue through the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, located in Punchbowl Crater, before heading to downtown Honolulu to connect with the spiritual and cultural heart of Hawaii. During a guided walking tour of the area, pass by Iolani Palace, the former home of Hawaii’s last-reigning monarchs and the only royal palace in the United States, and see other notable landmarks including the King Kamehameha I Statue and the State Capitol Building. Later, kick back in your hotel overlooking Waikiki Beach or head out to explore the shoreline at your leisure.

• Pearl Harbor and USS Arizona Memorial
• Drive Through National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific
• See Iolani Palace

The Big Island of Hawaii brings new sights, landscapes and wildlife. Arrive in the town of Hilo and enjoy lunch on your own, perhaps seeking out the classic loco moco meal. Then visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Hawaii Volcanoes National Park to learn about the geology of the Islands. Continue along Saddle Road which takes you between the two highest peaks in the Hawaiian Islands, Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea before heading to your resort. The Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa welcomes you with their multi-level fantasy pool with a 200-foot water slide, manta-ray viewing and sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean.

• Visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
• Outrigger Kona Resort

Unlock the secrets of marine life as you learn about the Mobula alfredi manta rays, the second largest in the world, that come to the Kona shores to feed each day. Next up, enjoy a Be My Guest experience at Kona Sea Salt to uncover the importance of salt in Hawaiian culture accompanied by a tasty lunch. You’ll not only get to see the salt production but also taste different salts to explore the flavor profiles. Continue your discovery during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at a coffee plantation, learning about how some of the world's best coffee is grown and roasted.

• Learn About Hawaiian Manta Rays
• Experience Kona Coffee
• Meet Ipolani at Kona Sea Salt

Get ready to embrace your outdoor adventurer on an invigorating day on your Hawaii tour exploring the Big Island on your own or with an Optional Experience. Take in Kohala’s beauty and history on a fun, off-road adventure and relaxed trail walk to a hidden waterfall and scenic overlook of Pololu Valley. Or, discover what’s beneath these gorgeous waters with a snorkeling trip in the pristine Puʻuhonua O Honaunau and Kealakekua Bay featuring lava tubes and sea caves. This evening, lose yourself in the moment as you embrace the tradition of the Hawaiian Luau over dinner of local flavors and tropical cocktails.

• Enjoy a Traditional Luau

Maui, an island where dormant volcanoes, black sand beaches and whale watching lure explorers just like you. Fly from Kona to Maui this morning and visit Iao Valley State Park before settling into your hotel. This evening, as the sun sets over the Pacific, take a walk to the nearby Whalers Village or enjoy a relaxing stroll along the beach.

Unlock the natural beauty of paradise, charting your own course through Maui’s landscapes. This evening, enjoy a dinner featuring local flavors. You’ll love making the most of your stay at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa. Cool off in their half-acre pool, relax at Maui's only oceanfront full-service spa and salon, strargaze on the rooftop, or enjoy oceanfront golf.

Bid a fond hui hou (until we meet again) to Hawaii and make your way to Kahului Airport or extend your stay in Maui.