Hawaii With Lori: Island-Hopping Through Paradise

11 days from Honolulu to Maui
Escorted by Lori Curtis, June 17-27, 2027

Day-to-day Itinerary

1 HONOLULU

• Aloha—welcome to Hawaii! Your Tour Director will be in the Lobby from 3-6pm to answer any questions.
  
  Once settled, perhaps begin your time in paradise with a visit to nearby Waikiki Beach or just relax by the hotel pool.

2 HONOLULU. EXCURSION TO THE USS ARIZONA MEMORIAL

• Morning orientation with your Tour Director. Your sightseeing excursion features Pearl Harbor, the sunken USS Arizona and its impressive memorial to the men still entombed there, as well as Punchbowl National Cemetery with its beautiful views of Honolulu. As part of Globus Family of Brands Lighthouse Project, this historic site is one example of our commitment to supporting the people and places we share with you. Other sightseeing today includes bustling Chinatown, ‘Iolani Palace, and the statue of King Kamehameha the Great.

3 HONOLULU

• Today is at leisure. Your Tour Director will have suggestions, including activities near world-famous Waikiki Beach. Consider an optional full-day trip to the North Shore’s Polynesian Cultural Center including dinner and breathtaking Polynesian performances with dance and fire in the colorful Ha: Breath of Life stage show.

4 HONOLULU–HILO–HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK–KONA

• This morning, depart for Hilo on the “Big Island” of Hawaii with its spectacular scenery that includes misty plateaus, craggy cliffs, tropical rainforests, bamboo groves, and lava deserts. On arrival, tour Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. See Kilauea Crater, rising 4,090 feet above a volcanic wonderland of steaming fire pits, lava tubes, and fern forests. Arrive in Kona on the sunny side of the “Big Island” in the early evening.

5 KONA

• Today is yours to relax and explore the resort area of Kailua, situated between Kailua Bay and the dormant Hualalai Volcano. Kailua is rich in history, featuring the historic Hulihe’e Palace, former vacation home of the Hawaiian Royal Family, and Ahu’ena Heiau, the restored personal temple of King Kamehameha the Great. This area is renowned for its famous Kona coffee, one of the most sought-after coffees in the world. Discover a colorful world below the surface with an optional snorkeling cruise to a coral reef brimming with a kaleidoscope of tropical fish; or take an optional scenic drive up the scenic Kohala coastline for a hike to discover stunning private waterfalls and delve into ancient Hawaiian history. Tonight, perhaps check out the numerous restaurants and shops in Kailua.

6 KONA–WAIMEA CANYON–KAUAI

• Morning transfer to Kona International Airport for the flight to the “Garden Isle” of Kauai. Drive along the scenic southern shore via Poipu Beach to Waimea, once the Polynesian capital of Kauai and the site where Captain Cook landed on the islands in 1778. Sightseeing highlights include colorful Waimea Canyon, which at ten miles long, a mile wide and 3,500 feet deep, is known as the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific.” Also see the lush and fertile Hanapepe Valley and take advantage of a photo stop at Spouting Horn, a dramatic blowhole on the ocean’s edge. Later, arrive at your oceanside hotel in Kapa’a.

7 KAUAI

• Have a free day to enjoy the natural beauty of Kauai. There are lots of things to do and your Tour Director will have suggestions, including a thrilling optional flightseeing helicopter tour of the waterfalls of the Garden Isle. Or opt to simply relax at the hotel pool or beach!

8 KAUAI–’IAO VALLEY–MAUI

• This morning, fly to Maui, the “Valley Island" and travel between the beautiful West Maui mountains and Haleakala Volcano. Sightseeing includes a visit to Iao Valley, a stunning landscape that Mark Twain called the "Yosemite of the Pacific" to view Iao Needle. Continue past Maalaea Harbor and see the offshore islands of Kahoolawe, Lanai, and Molokai before arriving at the Kaanapali Beach resort area.

9 MAUI

• Indulge in a full day at leisure to enjoy Maui’s splendid beaches, relax by the hotel pool, or take an optional scenic drive to explore the spectacular Road to Hana—known for its 54 bridges and beautiful waterfalls. Just a short stroll from the hotel is Whalers Village with Maui’s best assortment of art galleries, boutiques, and oceanfront restaurants. Ride the free Ka’anapali Trolley and see the former vacation place of the Royal Chiefs of Maui who enjoyed lawn bowling using stones on what are now the Ka’anapali Golf Courses. Be sure to catch the stunning sunset and ocean views.

10 MAUI

• Another free day in Maui! Your Tour Director will have suggestions for activities, like sailing on a catamaran to view abundant marine life on an optional Premium Snorkel Cruise or setting out to sea for the thrill of trade wind sailing on an optional Sunset Sail.

• While we include select excursions and must-see sights on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour. Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.

11 MAUI

• Your vacation ends this morning. You may choose to extend your vacation with extra nights and explore the Valley Island further.

All payments are made directly to wholesale suppliers and any cancellations or changes are subject to their fee schedule and policies. Please be aware that deposits are non-refundable. If insurance has been purchased you may be entitled to a credit up to the full amount paid, minus the cost of the insurance. Exceptions may be made for medical reasons, but it is at the sole discretion of the insurance company. The Joy of Travel, LLC does not have any control over insurance claims or payments.

Personally Escorted Experience
Our group tours are thoughtfully designed to be personally escorted by a Joy of Travel professional when minimum participation is met. If the group does not reach 20 travelers, the tour will still operate exactly as planned—with all included services, experiences, and guided touring—just without a Joy of Travel personal escort.