Hawaiian Explorer First Class
Hawaiian Explorer First Class
Waikiki
National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, burial site for war veterans, Honolulu, Hawaii
Iolani Palace in Honolulu, Hawaii, US
Pearl Harbor
Waikiki beach and Honolulu's skyline
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Majesitc Rainbow Falls waterfall in Hilo, Wailuku River State Park, Hawaii.
Punalu'u Beach Park
Pele’s Well near Kona
Hawaiian sunset in Kona
Pololu Valley
Pu'uhonua O Honaunau
Kealakekua Bay, Hawaii
Kona Point
Honolua Bay on the Island of Maui
Whalers Village
Tropical Kamaole Beach, Maui
$3875
Tour Overview
Embark on the "Hawaiian Explorer First Class" tour and immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty and rich culture of Hawaii. Begin your journey in Honolulu, where you'll explore iconic sites like Pearl Harbor and Iolani Palace. Discover the volcanic wonders of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and the black sands of Punalu'u Beach on the Big Island. Experience the unique flavors of Kona coffee and sea salt, and witness the majestic manta rays at Keauhou Bay. In Maui, enjoy the serene landscapes and indulge in a farm-to-fork experience. With luxury accommodations and expert guidance, this tour offers a perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, and cultural exploration. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Island Greetings In Honolulu, Oahu
Location: Honolulu, Waikiki
Accommodation: The Twin Fin Waikiki - Moderate (City View) First Class (Partial Ocean View) Premier (Ocean View)
Accommodation Name: The Twin Fin Waikiki - Moderate (City View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Meals Included: Dinner
Ease into the warm embrace of Hawaii’s Aloha Spirit and don a flower lei to kick-start your love affair with the Pacific islands. Explore the golden beaches of Waikiki before gathering for a Hawaiian-style dinner with your Travel Director and fellow travelers.
Day 2: Uncover Hawaii's History
Location: Pearl Harbor, National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, Honolulu, Iolani Palace, King Kamehameha I Statue, State Capitol Building, Waikiki Beach
Accommodation: The Twin Fin Waikiki - Moderate (City View) First Class (Partial Ocean View) Premier (Ocean View)
Accommodation Name: The Twin Fin Waikiki - Moderate (City View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Meals Included: Breakfast
There’s no better way to learn about history on your Hawaii tour than visiting places where events occurred. Today, pay homage to the thousands of brave soldiers who lost their lives in the surprise military strike at Pearl Harbor visiting Pearl Harbor National Memorial and the USS Arizona Memorial. Continue through the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, located in Punchbowl Crater, and to downtown Honolulu to connect with the spiritual epicenter of Hawaii. On your walking tour, see Iolani Palace, the former home of Hawaii’s last-reigning monarchs and the only royal palace in the United States, as well as the King Kamehameha I Statue and the State Capitol Building. Kick back in your hotel overlooking Waikiki Beach or get out and explore the shore.
Day 3: See the Volcanic Beauty of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Location: Hilo, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Punalu'u Beach Park, Kona
Accommodation: Resort, Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa - Moderate (Mountain View) First Class (Partial Ocean View) Premier (Ocean View)
Accommodation Name: Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa - Moderate (Mountain View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Meals Included: Breakfast
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 the coast to Punalu’u Beach Park, famous for its black sand and Hawaiian green sea turtles. 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.
Day 4: Experience the Sights, Flavors and Wildlife of Hawaii
Location: Kona
Accommodation Name: Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa - Moderate (Mountain View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Unlock the secrets of marine life learning 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 food truck 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.
Day 5: Unwind and Play in Kona
Location: Kona, Pololu Valley, Pu'uhonua O Honaunau, Kealakekua Bay
Accommodation: Resort, ResortHyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa - Moderate (Resort View) First Class (Partial Ocean View) Premier (Ocean View)
Accommodation Name: Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa - Moderate (Mountain View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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 snorkelling trip in the pristine Puʻuhonua O Honaunau and Kealakekua Bay featuring lava tubes and sea caves or on a Night Manta Experience viewing the incredible feeding frenzy in the warm waters of the Pacific Ocean. This evening, lose yourself in the moment as you embrace the tradition of the Hawaiian Luau over dinner of local flavors and tropical cocktails.
Day 6: Upcountry Maui
Location: Maui, Whalers Village
Accommodation: Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa - Moderate (Resort View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Accommodation Name: Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa - Moderate (Resort View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Maui: an island where dormant volcanoes, black sand beaches and whale watching lure explorers just like you. Fly from Kona to Maui this morning, with a free afternoon to settle into your surroundings. 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.
Day 7: A Traditional Maui Day
Location: Maui
Accommodation Name: Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa - Moderate (Resort View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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 cooling off in their half-acre pool or Maui's only oceanfront full- service spa and salon, rooftop stargazing or oceanfront golf.
Day 8: Until We Meet Again
Location: Maui
Meals Included: Breakfast
Bid a fond a hui hou... until we meet again to Hawaii and make your way to Kahului Airport or extend your stay in Maui.
What's Included
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Expert Travel Director and Driver
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included in the tour.
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Porterage and Gratuities
All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included.
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Hotel Tips and Taxes
All hotel tips, charges, and local taxes are included.
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Sightseeing
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras are included.
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Audio Headsets
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing are included.
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Transport and Transfers
All transport and transfers shown are included.
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Luxury Coach
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) is included.
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Optional Experiences and Free Time
Optional Experiences and free time are included.
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Travel in Style
Travel in style with a luxury air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi, ensuring comfort and connectivity as you explore the breathtaking landscapes of Hawaii.
What's Not Included
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Airfare
International airfare to/from the start/end of your tour is not included.
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Visas
Visas and other travel documentation are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is strongly recommended.
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Optional Experiences
The cost of Optional Experiences is not included.
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Extra Meals
Meals, other than those included in the itinerary, are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, mini-bar, room service, and other discretionary spending are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with a luxury air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi, ensuring comfort and connectivity as you explore the breathtaking landscapes of Hawaii. All transport and transfers as shown in the itinerary are included.
Accommodation
Stay in cherry-picked hotels like The Twin Fin Waikiki and Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa, offering options from moderate city views to premier ocean views, ensuring comfort and stunning vistas throughout your Hawaiian adventure.
Dining Summary
- 3 Dinner (D)
- 7 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
Check out our Q&As
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What unique experiences are included in the Hawaiian Explorer First Class tour?
The tour includes unique experiences such as exploring a local coffee plantation on the Big Island of Hawaii, viewing manta rays at Keauhou Bay, and visiting Kona Salt Farm to learn about salt production. Additionally, there is a farm-to-fork experience in Upcountry Maui where you can gather fresh produce for an al fresco lunch. ...more ...less
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
You will stay in cherry-picked hotels like The Twin Fin Waikiki and Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa, offering options from moderate city views to premier ocean views. The accommodation ensures comfort and stunning vistas throughout your Hawaiian adventure.
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Are there any special dining experiences included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes a Hawaiian-style dinner on the first day, a Be My Guest experience with a food truck lunch at Kona Sea Salt, and a traditional Hawaiian Luau dinner with local flavors and tropical cocktails.
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What wildlife experiences are part of the tour?
The tour offers the opportunity to view manta rays feeding at Keauhou Bay, visit Punalu'u Beach to see Hawaiian green sea turtles, and learn about marine life, including the Mobula alfredi manta rays, during the tour.
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What is the transportation like during the tour?
Transportation is provided in a luxury air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi, ensuring comfort and connectivity as you explore the breathtaking landscapes of Hawaii. All transport and transfers as shown in the itinerary are included.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Trafalgar requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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Hawaiian Explorer First Class
8 Days Starting in Honolulu, USA and ending in Kahului (Maui), USA
Visiting: Honolulu, Waikiki, Pearl Harbor, National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, Iolani Palace, King Kamehameha I Statue, State Capitol Building, Waikiki Beach, Hilo, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Punalu'u Beach Park, Kona, Pololu Valley, Pu'uhonua O Honaunau, Kealakekua Bay, Maui, Whalers Village ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
DHSFZN20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Beach Tours, Foodie and Wine Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, Wildlife Tours
