Hawaiian Explorer
Experience Overview
Waikiki and Maui, Pearl Harbor and the volcanic energy of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park are yours to discover on this Hawaii tour. Sip a fragrant brew at a Kona coffee plantation and visit Punalu'u Beach Park - home to black sand and sea turtles basking in the sun - topped off with a classic Hawaiian luau.
Highlights
Dining Summary
- 3 Dinner (D)
- 7 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
Be My Guest
- Kona: Born in Hilo and raised on the homestead of Keaukaha, Ipo is the Tour Director and Ambassador of Aloha at Kona Salt Farm. Watch the salt production process and taste different salts to explore the flavor profiles. Learn how salt is produced from deep ocean water and how this differs from salt produced in other locations. Enhance your visit over a food-truck lunch with tempting options including a dim sum box or katsu chicken with furikake rice and somen noodles.
Iconic Experience
- Pearl Harbour: Unlock the significance of a historic event visiting Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial. Pay homage and reflect upon those who lost their lives over on a moving and unforgettable experience. View the USS Arizona which, when it was commissioned in 1916, was the largest ship in the navy’s fleet, with a length of 608 feet.
- Pearl Harbour: Explore the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, located in Punchbowl Crater, on a scenic drive. This burial in a national cemetery is for members of the armed forces who have met a minimum active-duty service requirement.
- Honolulu: The history of Hawaii springs to life viewing the historically significant Iolanai Palace, the only royal palace in the United States. Even from outside, feel the energy of grand balls and hula performances, as well as the time of Liliuokalani’s overthrow and imprisonment. Continue your Honolulu Walking Tour viewing the State Capitol Building and the 18-foot, bronze King Kamehameha Statue commemorating a great warrior, diplomat and leader.
- Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park brings new sights as you unlock the geology of the Islands. This UNESCO-listed park and designated International Biosphere Reserve protects some of the most unique geological, biological and cherished cultural landscapes in the world and encompasses the summits of two of the world's most active volcanoes - Kīlauea and Mauna Loa. You’ll love experiencing this wonder for yourself, viewing the Steam Vents and Kilauea Crater.
- Keauhou: Unlock the beauty of the must-see Punalu’u Beach Park, famous for its black sand and green sea turtles. Stroll along the black sand beach made of fragments of old lava flow. Then perhaps pause in a shady spot under the palm trees and keep your eyes peeled for endangered Hawksbill turtles and green turtles basking in the sun on the beach.
- Keauhou: Discover the world of the giant manta rays (mobula alfredi) that come to the Kona shores at the Manta Ray Learning Center at the
. Under the guidance of your Local Specialist, learn the manta ray’s life cycle, the history of the rays in the area and how the center supports educational programs and funding scientists for research with a mission to support mantas in their natural environment. To top it all off, the lights from the resort shine into the water, attracting plankton which in turn attracts manta rays to the water right off the hotel. - Kona: Lose yourself in the moment as your embrace the lively tradition of the Hawaiian Luau and enjoy a dinner featuring local flavors and tropical cocktails. Under the hala tress and a canopy of stars, listen to heart-pumping drums, watch Polynesian dancing, listen to the sound of the conch shell and feast on delicious island food right on Keauhou Bay on the Kona coast.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
- Kona: Step into Greenwell Farms, where over 150 years of coffee tradition meets modern sustainability. On this immersive tour, you’ll discover the journey from coffee plant seed to cup, taste 100% Kona Coffee, and learn about eco-friendly practices like water reclamation, mulching and solar-powered operations. You’ll explore how Kona Coffee supports the local community and fosters a diverse ecosystem with crops like pepper and vanilla. Every sip you take is a taste of history, aloha spirit and a commitment to sustainable growth. Your visit directly supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.
Must-see Highlights
- Discover Honolulu
- Explore a local coffee plantation on Big Island of Hawaii and the wonders of Manta Rays in Keauhou Beach with a Local Specialist
- See Black Sand beach and dine poolside at Kaanapali beach
- View Iolani Palace
- Visit Pearl Harbor National Memorial, USS Arizona Memorial, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Punalu'u Beach - Hawaii's most famous black sand beach frequented by sea turtles basking in the sun, Ioa Valley State Park
Trafalgar Difference
- Kona: Perched above the lava cliffs of Keauhou Bay on 22 acres of Kona coastline is the Outrigger Kona Resort. You’re in for a treat here on Keauhou Bay as it’s one of the only places in the world where you can view giant manta rays feeding. Enjoy this magnificent spectacle directly from Pa'akai Point at the hotel. You can choose to take a dip in the multi-level fantasy pool with a 200-foot water slide or go local with an on-site hula or ukulele lesson.
Trip Details
Product Code: 19073
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Deluxe
Transport: Private
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Family, 55+
Tour Operator:
Trafalgar (CA)
Supplier Code: 100.673B
Starts: Honolulu, United States Of America
Finishes: Kahului (Maui), United States Of America
Duration: 8 days
Departures: Not Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Easy
Includes
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $5,422 ($678 /day)
Itinerary
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.
Accommodation: The Twin Fin Waikiki - Moderate (City View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Meals: Dinner
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.
Accommodation: The Twin Fin Waikiki - Moderate (City View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Meals: 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.
Accommodation: Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa - Moderate (Mountain View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Meals: Breakfast
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.
Accommodation: Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa - Moderate (Mountain View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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.
Accommodation: Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa - Moderate (Mountain View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
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.
Accommodation: Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa - Moderate (Resort View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Meals: Breakfast
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.
Accommodation: Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa - Moderate (Resort View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
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.
Meals: Breakfast
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Reviews
Wayne Simeone - Traveled, January 2025
Trafalgar Offers Great Tours. We have now gone on two Trafalgar tours and have been very pleased with their service. We did book through AAA but we received all the information from Trafalgar in a timely manner with all everything to prepare us for our trip. The Hawaiian Explorer (7 nights/8 days) was amazing! Trafalgar included visiting 3 islands ~ Oahu, Big Island and Maui and seeing so many historic and beautiful sights. The timing at each sight was perfect and our Guide, Michael, was excellent. He is a native of Oahu so he provided us with so much interesting facts. Our hotels were in perfect locations and two were resorts adding to the tour. We highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to visit Hawaii!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/23/2025
Michael Hall - Traveled, January 2025
Tour Leaders. Important to the Tour Robert Lehur was an excellent tour guide. His sense of humor made the trip enjoyable. He was very helpful getting us integrated into the group when our departure was weather-delayed. We would take another tour led by him. A well-balanced schedule between historical sites, Nature, and human-interest. An itinerary that keeps you moving with times to just sit back and take it all in.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/24/2025
Kelsey Yates - Traveled, June 2024
It was great when we were there and *Personal information removed by Feefo* was amazing. Before communication was opened to him I thought it was a bit black boxed. Like we tried to do scuba and it seemed impossible to know when to do that. I thought it was great and *Personal information removed by Feefo* was awesome. I feel like you should use an app for the itinerary and meeting and communication channels to make it easier for people to remember. I loved all the farms and local tours as well.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/24/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, April 2024
*Personal information removed by Feefo*, our tour guide, was very organized, responsive and informative and made the trip stress free. There was enough time on 3 islands to get a feel for the differences and specialties of each one.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/24/2024
Juanita Barawid - Traveled, November 2024
Beautiful places to discover around the Glove. Gladly, remember people in our group has different opinion, I'm a seasoned traveler. Excellent, it's worth every penny, Hotel was very beautiful facing the beach, reception was very good and helpful, garden was amazing full of pretty flowers and the mall was really nice.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/20/2024
Chung - Traveled, October 2024
I like the trip director's knowledge of the Hawaiian islands. The trip director was with us everyday and he was very knowledgeable about the islands. He was born in Hawaii and had lived there all his life. So he had much to tell us. For about $7,000 for two persons, you could visit three key islands of Hawaii, starting from your arrival at Honolulu and ending in the island of Maui. You do need to pay for your flight to Honolulu in Oahu island and your flight back home from Maui. Most of the travelers in my trip were middle aged persons or senior citizens, including me and my wife. The moderate activities suited us well. If you are more active, you could join optional activities such as diving and snorkel. In 7 days, you can have a good picture of Hawaii.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/24/2024
Linda Price - Traveled, October 2024
Great adventure! Resorts that we stay at were excellent. Our tour guide Andrew was excellent. Seems to make everyone fell every special. The tour did have more walking than expected but was so glad I made the trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/24/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, September 2024
Trafalgar tour of Hawaii September 2024. Very good, was great not having to worry about your luggage when flying to the islands and was done so effectively and efficiently by the tour director and drivers. Very good tour of Hawaii.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/24/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, June 2024
Guide was great. He helped me with some specific problems I encountered. Varied activities things I probably wouldn't have done on my own. I was disappointed in the first hotel compared to the other two.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/24/2024
Jenniffer Mccaffrey - Traveled, June 2024
Great service Trafalgar is 100% with its customer once the trip is booked and stays with them every step of the way. Although I liked the location of the Twin Fin hotel in Waikiki, I was disappointed by its amenities and cleanliness. I would have preferred more time in Maui. Overall, I did enjoy the itinerary and loved Hawaii.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/26/2024
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