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Day 1
ARRIVE HONOLULU - WAIKIKI (4 NIGHTS)
Welcome to Hawaii! In the traditional Aloha spirit, you'll be greeted at the airport with a fragrant 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, explore The International Market Place in Waikiki or relax with a tropical drink poolside. At 6 p.m., gather at the hotel for a Hawaiian-style Welcome Reception.
M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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Day 2
OAHU SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME
Begin your exploration of Oahu today. Traverse the island, passing through colourful villages, rainforests and pineapple plantations. See panoramic views of the deep blue waters from rugged cliffs, marvel at idyllic golden beaches and look out on the world-famous surf along the North Shore, known for its huge waves during the winter. Back in Waikiki, the rest of your day is a free; swim in the gentle waves or perhaps explore the shops and artisan stands at The International Market Place.
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Day 3
HONOLULU FREE TIME
Enjoy a full day today to explore on your own. For the more adventurous, try an outrigger canoe ride, take a surfing lesson or grab a snorkel and mask to spot sea turtles and dazzling tropical fish at Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve.
Day 4
PEARL HARBOR & HONOLULU SIGHTSEEING
Begin your day with a visit to Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial, a moving tribute to the military personnel who lost their lives in the 1941 attack that launched the U.S. into World War II. Travel on to Punchbowl Crater and the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. Return to downtown Honolulu to see the splendid Iolani Palace, the iconic King Kamehameha I statue, and the state capitol building. Visit a coral jewellery workshop to see how expert artisans transform a treasure of the sea into a priceless Local Speciality. Spend the rest of the afternoon on your own. Tonight, join your travel companions for a Highlight Dinner.
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Day 5
OAHU - HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK - KONA (2 NIGHTS)
Your morning begins with a short, scenic flight to the Big Island of Hawaii followed by an included lunch. Travel through forest preserves before arriving at Volcanoes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site that's home to both the world's largest volcano and its most active. At an interpretive museum, learn about the fiery geology of the islands and walk through a real lava tube. After an included lunch, learn how the high elevations and volcanic soil around Kona produce some of the world's best coffee. Visit a local coffee farm and mill and savour a tasting of 100% Kona coffee, a Local Speciality. Late this afternoon, reach the coast and check into your oceanfront resort.
M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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Day 6
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: Tour a Hawaiian temple in the seaside town of Kailua, don a snorkel to commune with some of Hawaii's colourful marine life, look for green sea turtles at Kaloko-Honokohau Park, descend into the depths on a submarine or just relax and enjoy your resort. If you like, take to the seas on a spectacular sunset cruise this evening.
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Day 7
KONA - MAUI (3 NIGHTS)
Soar high above the Pacific again as you fly to Maui, the Magic Isle. Enjoy a Unique Insight during a visit to the Kahanu Aina Organic Sprouts in Maui and learn how the family-run operation turned their backyard organic and urban alfalfa farm into the largest compost-grown operation in the state. Travel into the countryside to visit a local farm and learn about the sustainable agriculture on the islands. Then toast your host with a glass of wine during a special Be My Guest lunch featuring the finest local ingredients. 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.
M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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Day 8 to Day 9
MAUI FREE TIME
Enjoy two full days 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. See the sunrise from the summit of Mount Haleakala. Or make the scenic journey to the remote town of Hana. Maybe get a bird's-eye view of Maui on a helicopter excursion. During your stay, you'll gather with a Local Expert and learn about the flora and fauna of the islands. On one evening, join your travelling companions for a Luau Highlight Dinner, featuring a sumptuous buffet, tropical cocktails and the songs and dances of old Hawaii and the South Pacific.
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Day 10
MAUI - KAUAI (3 NIGHTS)
A brief flight takes you to the Garden Isle of Kauai. Head into the interior on a Wailua River cruise, passing by rainforests and the Sleeping Giant mountain ridge. Stroll to the gorgeous Fern Grotto. In this natural amphitheatre, Hawaiian dancers, and singers will perform traditional songs and hula. A riverside lunch completes the day's events before heading to your beautiful oceanfront resort.
M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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Day 11 to Day 12
KAUAI AT LEISURE
Spend two glorious days on Kauai, savouring its many natural wonders. Maybe take a trip to immense Waimea Canyon, resplendent in the changing island light. Or travel by boat or helicopter to the Na Pali Coast, where Jurassic Park was filmed. And don't forget to leave some time to enjoy Kauai's lovely beach and your resort's stunning pool and gardens. On your final night on Kauai, join your Travel Director and travelling companions for a festive Farewell Dinner.
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Day 13
DEPART KAUAI
A hui hou… until we meet again. Take your complimentary transfer to the airport or relax at the hotel for guests extending their stay.