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- Intra-Air: Prices include economy inter-island airfares and all related charges as applicable as of 20 May, 2017 for Honolulu-Kona and Hilo-Kahului flights and are subject to change without notice. Inter-island airlines charge a baggage handling fee of USD$25 per first checked suitcase on each inter-island flight that is not covered in the prices and is the responsibility of the guest. Please reference the Terms and Conditions for more information.
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- Hotel Room Categories: CV: City View RV: Resort View POV: Partial Ocean View PV: Pool View OV: Ocean View DOV: Deluxe Ocean View LV:Lagoon View MV: Mountain View
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Travel to Europe often requires an overnight flight. Please arrange your flights to arrive on or before day 1.
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- Itineraries, durations, hotels and inclusions may vary. Please inquire at the time of booking.
- Intra-Air: Prices include economy inter-island airfares and all related charges as applicable as of 20 May, 2017 for Honolulu-Kona and Hilo-Kahului flights and are subject to change without notice. Inter-island airlines charge a baggage handling fee of USD$25 per first checked suitcase on each inter-island flight that is not covered in the prices and is the responsibility of the guest. Please reference the Terms and Conditions for more information.
- Guaranteed Room Share is not available on this trip.
- Hotel Room Categories: CV: City View RV: Resort View POV: Partial Ocean View PV: Pool View OV: Ocean View DOV: Deluxe Ocean View LV:Lagoon View MV: Mountain View
- Trip prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and reflect applicable discount. Discounts are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice.
- Trip prices are correct at the time of the products going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. All trip information is correct at time of trips going live, however are subject to change - please confirm all details at time of booking.
- For full terms and conditions, please refer to our Website Terms of Use page.
- Double-share option not available for trips to South America, Costa Rica, Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii or for any holiday & cruise combination, or in Asia and Eastern Mediterranean except Highlights of Turkey (without cruise) & Best of Turkey. It's also not available on Small Group trips. Guided Vacations included in this restriction are Newfoundland and Labrador (DNLA) as well as Panama, the Canal & Beyond (LPAN).
- For trips that are part of our Guaranteed Room Share, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms. Solo travel is not accepted on guided Family Experiences holidays unless traveling as part of a family group.
- Travel to Europe often requires an overnight flight. Please arrange your flights to arrive on or before day 1.
About this trip
The highlights of Hawaii-trendy Waikiki, World War II history revealed at Pearl Harbor and live volcanic action at the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park-are yours to discover on this island hop in Pacific paradise, but not without some free time to relax on the beaches of Kona and Kaanapali.
Trip type: Country Explorer i
Trip code: DHSM
7 Nights
accommodation
11 Meals
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7 full breakfasts
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2 dinners
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2 lunches (including Be My Guest)
On-trip Transport
All transport shown.
Highlights
What's Included
Sightseeing Highlights
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Orientation of Honolulu, Kailua-Kona
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Visit Pearl Harbor, USS Arizona Memorial, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Jaggar Museum, Maui Ocean Center, Thurston Lava Tube, Kilauea Volcano, a local farm on Maui
What's Included
Dining
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7 full breakfasts
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2 dinners
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2 lunches
(including Be My Guest)
What's Included
Travel Highlights
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Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing
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Daily breakfast and an average of 50% of evening meals
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
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Aloha Welcome with a flower lei on arrival at Honolulu International Airport on Day 1
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A Trafalgar Bonus - All inter-island flights: Honolulu-Hilo and Hilo-Kahului including all airport transfers
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Your choice of three hotel categories: Moderate, First Class and Premier accommodation including two-bedded rooms with private facilities, all hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes
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Cherry-picked hotels all tried and trusted
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Hand-picked Insider Experiences
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Optional Experiences and free time
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All porterage and local charges included
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
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An expert Travel Director and separate Driver
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All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
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Airport transfers on the first and last day of your guided holiday
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VIP entry to many sights
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Specific transfer information can be found on the airport transfers page
Airport Transfers
Hawaiian Explorer Moderate
Your Itinerary
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Day 1
Arrive Honolulu, Oahu – Waikiki (2 Nights) Day 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. At 6 p.m., gather for a Hawaiian-style Welcome Reception with your Travel Director and fellow travellers.
Hotel
Outrigger Waikiki Beach (Moderate – CV, First Class – POV, Premier – DOV)
Meals
- Welcome Reception
Hotel
Outrigger Waikiki Beach (Moderate – CV, First Class – POV, Premier – DOV)
Meals
- Welcome Reception
Day 2
Pearl Harbor and Honolulu Sightseeing Day 2 - Pearl Harbor and Honolulu SightseeingBegin your exploration of Oahu 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. After a drive through the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, located in Punchbowl Crater, return to downtown Honolulu to see the splendid Iolani Palace, the iconic King Kamehameha I Statue and the state capitol building. Spend the rest of the afternoon enjoying Waikiki.
Meals
- Full Breakfast
Meals
- Full Breakfast
Optional Experiences
Magic Of Polynesia Show Only
In the heart of Waikiki you’ll discover the Magic of Polynesia. As you enter this uniquely Polynesian world, you’ll find surprises, humor, and plenty of island spirit. Merlin Award-Winning Illusionist, John Hirokawa, will amaze you with incomparable illusions, levitation, and even some dazzling pyrotechnics sure to keep you on the edge of your seat. In addition, a troupe of entertainers will bring you a taste of Polynesia through song and dance. No Dinner (No Minimum)
Adult Price: US$61.00
Day 3
Oahu – Kona – Keauhou Bay, Hawaii (2 Nights) Day 3 - Oahu – Kona – Keauhou Bay, Hawaii (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 charming town. Kona is famous for its tasty coffee and you'll learn more about these fragrant beans and the process of growing them at a local coffee plantation with a Local Specialist. Later, check in to your oceanside resort and perhaps get a glimpse of the most famous guests about the property: the manta rays. Meet your Local Specialist at the hotel's Manta Ray Learning Center for an exciting presentation about these large and graceful animals. In the evening, enjoy rich island flavours at Rays on the Bay with views of these resident sea creatures.
Hotel
Sheraton Kona Resort and Spa (Moderate – MV, First Class – POV, Premier – OV)
Meals
- Full Breakfast
- Dinner
Hotel
Sheraton Kona Resort and Spa (Moderate – MV, First Class – POV, Premier – OV)
Meals
- Full Breakfast
- Dinner
Day 4
Kona Day 4 - KonaWake 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 the Big Island or just relax and enjoy the pool and other facilities at your oceanside resort.
Meals
- Full Breakfast
Meals
- Full Breakfast
Optional Experiences
Big Island Spectacular Astar Helicopter Tour with Transportation*
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. Flight duration 2 hours. (Minimum 2 Guests)
Adult Price: US$591.00
Big Island Spectacular Astar Helicopter Tour with Transportation; Over 249 Lbs*
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. Flight duration 2 hours. (Minimum 2 Guests)
Adult Price: US$885.50
Manta Ray Snorkel Adventure
Join your professional/certified guides in the water as you snorkel with the majestic hahalua (manta rays). Our small tour sizes of only 6 guests per trip help to ensure that you get the personalized experience that you deserve. Come and experience what the Travel Channel has called “One of the top ten things to do in your lifetime!” (No Minimum)
Adult Price: US$116.00
Day 5
Keauhou Bay – Hawaii Volcanoes National Park – Hilo – Kaanapali Beach, Maui (3 Nights) Day 5 - Keauhou Bay – Hawaii Volcanoes National Park – Hilo – Kaanapali Beach, 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. Afterward, enjoy lunch at The Rim restaurant offering unparalleled views of the Kilauea caldera. Later, travel to Hilo where you board your flight to Maui, the Valley 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.
Hotel
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa (Moderate – RV, First Class – POV, Premier – OV)
Meals
- Full Breakfast
- Lunch
Hotel
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa (Moderate – RV, First Class – POV, Premier – OV)
Meals
- Full Breakfast
- Lunch
Day 6
Maui Sightseeing Day 6 - Maui SightseeingThis morning, travel along the coast to the Maui Ocean Center. Here you'll be introduced to the center's conservation naturalists who are passionate in sharing the underwater world with you. The center is home to the world's largest collection of live Pacific corals, elusive Hawaiian green sea turtles, sharks and thousands of vibrant tropical fish. Next, head into the countryside to visit a local farm and learn about the sustainable agriculture on the islands. Toast your host with a glass of wine and indulge in a Be My Guest lunch serving up Hawaiian specialities made with the freshest local ingredients. This evening enjoy the sunset from your resort, stroll over to nearby Whalers Village or venture into old town Lahaina to try one of the many festive restaurants.
Meals
- Full Breakfast
- Be My Guest Dining
Meals
- Full Breakfast
- Be My Guest Dining
Day 7
Maui Day 7 - MauiEnjoy 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 or enjoy one of the other many exciting optional experiences offered. Perhaps rise well before the sun to journey up to the summit of Haleakala. At 10,023 feet (3,055 metres), it is the island's highest peak and assures the best sunrise view. Join your travelling companions this evening for a lively Hawaiian Luau, and Farewell Dinner, featuring a Hawaiian feast and tropical cocktails with the songs and dances of old Hawaii.
Meals
- Full Breakfast
- Farewell Dinner
Meals
- Full Breakfast
- Farewell Dinner
Optional Experiences
Day Time Whale Watch (Nov - Mar)
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! Total duration approximately 3 hours. Return transportation is not included. (No Minimum)
Adult Price: US$49.00
Sunrise Haleakala
Set your alarm and get ready to dress warmly as we prepare to make the 38 mile trip up to the summit of the dormant volcano known as Haleakala. The temperature stays around 20 degrees Fahrenheit, but the sight of the sun rising from 10,000 ft above sea level will soon warm you up. Breakfast Included. Total duration approximately 6 hours. (No Minimum)
Adult Price: US$173.00
Day 8
Depart Maui Day 8 - Depart MauiA hui hou... until we meet again. Take your transfer to the airport or extend your stay in Maui.
Meals
- Full Breakfast
Meals
- Full Breakfast
Optional Experiences
Sunset Sail (Apr - Oct)
Board the catamaran Queen's Treasure for a sunset sail off the coast of Maui. Depart from the beach and set sail. Pupus served along with an open bar featuring Hawaii's most popular beverage, the Mai Tai. Total duration approximately 3 hours. (No Minimum)
Adult Price: US$82.00
Premier Snorkel Sail
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.
Adult Price: US$147.00
Available Departures
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The Trafalgar Difference
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Be My Guest
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Hidden Treasures
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Local Specialists
Discover Kona coffee on a plantation tour and see a special presentation on the island's manta rays
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Highlights
What's Included
Sightseeing Highlights
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Orientation of Honolulu, Kailua-Kona
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Visit Pearl Harbor, USS Arizona Memorial, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Jaggar Museum, Maui Ocean Center, Thurston Lava Tube, Kilauea Volcano, a local farm on Maui
What's Included
Dining
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7 full breakfasts
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2 dinners
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2 lunches
(including Be My Guest)
What's Included
Travel Highlights
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Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing
-
Daily breakfast and an average of 50% of evening meals
-
Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
-
Aloha Welcome with a flower lei on arrival at Honolulu International Airport on Day 1
-
A Trafalgar Bonus - All inter-island flights: Honolulu-Hilo and Hilo-Kahului including all airport transfers
-
Your choice of three hotel categories: Moderate, First Class and Premier accommodation including two-bedded rooms with private facilities, all hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes
-
Cherry-picked hotels all tried and trusted
-
Hand-picked Insider Experiences
-
Optional Experiences and free time
-
All porterage and local charges included
-
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
-
Specific transfer information can be found on the airport transfers page
Airport Transfers
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Hawaiian Explorer Moderate
