Kauai Holidays
Sample itineraries
The Best of Hawaii-Tauck Escorted Tour
From £3795
The Best of Hawaii-Tauck Escorted Tour
From £3975
per person (based on two sharing)
Price includes:
- Return flights from the UK to Hawaii and internal flights within the Islands
- 11 nights deluxe accommodation in fine locations
- Private evening with cocktails and dinner at Honolulu’s Iolani Palace, a National Historic Landmark that reigns as the only official state residence of royalty in the U.S.
- An authentic island experience on Oahu, where you'll listen to a local Waikiki beach boy’s “talk-story” about life on the beach – then have fun in the sun and the surf aboard a Hawaiian outrigger canoe
- A lecture presentation on the ecology of the islands in Kauai that takes a look at the island's unique features
- A gourmet cooking presentation and lunch at the acclaimed Roy's of Kahana restaurant on Maui
- A catamaran sail and historical tour on the Big Island of Hawaii
- Ocean-view accommodations at beachfront resorts on Kauai, Maui and the Big Island, with a choice of Garden-view or Ocean-front Tower rooms at The Royal Hawaiian
- Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as detailed
- 21 meals, service charges, gratuities to local guides, admission fees, taxes and porterage
Prices are based on low season-please call or email for your preferred date of travel.
Itinerary summary:
- Kauai-"The Garden Isle"
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Oahu- "The Gathering Place"
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Maui- "The Valley Island"
- The Island of Hawaii-"The Big Island"
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Optional Helicopter Flightseeing*
Book your flightseeing when making your reservation.
KAUAI –RAINFORESTS & MOUNTAINS - £180.00 per person
Enjoy an amazing 30-minute helicopter adventure into a world of lush tropical rainforests, jagged mountains, sea cliffs, beaches and craters. Music and narration combine as you soar into Waimea Canyon and view the Na Pali Cliffs.
HAWAII – VOLCANOES & VALLEYS - £300.00 per person
2-hour Helicopter Adventure. Witness the fiery lava vents of Kilauea, the island’s active volcano, and soar over the hidden tropical valleys of the Kohala Mountains and the beautiful rainforests of the Hamakua Coast. The island boasts 11 out of earth’s 13 climate zones – this excursion is an adventure you don’t want to miss!
*Note: Participation is at your own risk and a signed liability waiver will be required.
Day 1 Arrive Honolulu
A transfer is included upon arrival from Honolulu International Airport to The Royal Hawaiian, a regal landmark located oceanfront on Waikiki Beach; a choice of Royal Hawaiian Garden or Oceanfront rooms rewards with luxurious comfort during your three-night stay (prices vary). Enjoy an à la carte dinner amidst stunning views of the beach and sea tonight at the hotel’s acclaimed Azure restaurant, a special culinary treat on your first night on Oahu.
Meals: Dinner
Stay: 3 nights
Hotels: The Royal Hawaiian (Historic Garden Rooms or Tower Oceanfront Rooms), Waikiki Beach, Oahu
Day 2 Pearl Harbor/Royal Palace Dinner
Few experiences are as poignant as standing on the deck of the USS Arizona Memorial in Pearl Harbor; begin your day with a sightseeing excursion out to this hallowed site, honoring thosewho lost their lives in the attack of December 7, 1941. Drive through the capitol district of downtown Honolulu this afternoon, seeing the historic sea captain’s mansion and former governor’s residence at Washington Place and the grandiose state capitol building. A special Tauck evening awaits at a private reception and dinner at Iolani Palace, where you’ll receive a royal welcome. Built in 1882, this National Historic Landmark reigns as the only official state residence of royalty in the United States.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Hotel: The Royal Hawaiian (Historic Garden Rooms or Tower Oceanfront Rooms), Waikiki Beach, Oahu
Day 3 Waikiki/Outrigger Ride
It’s off to the windward side of Oahu this morning for a scenic tour of southeastern beaches, bays and birds. Sights include the famous Halona Blow Hole and the romantic beach immortalized in the movie From Here to Eternity. Authentic Hawaiiana comes to life today on Waikiki. Meet a “beach boy” for a talk about the waterskills required for this coveted Hawaiian job, then experience a glimpse of their passion when you board a traditional outrigger canoe for a ride out to sea
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: The Royal Hawaiian (Historic Garden Rooms or Tower Oceanfront Rooms), Waikiki Beach, Oahu
Day 4 Garden Isle of Kauai/Hanalei Bay
A fragrant botanical world of manicured gardens, lush valleys and tropical rainforests welcomes you to Kauai today; one glimpse and you’ll know why it is referred to as the “Garden Isle.” Travel north for lunch at Princeville, overlooking crescent-shaped Hanalei Bay. Stop at 40-foot Opaekaa Falls, ringed by a backdrop of mountain peaks; see Spouting Horn, a 30-foot surf-driven geyser, and pass through the “Tunnel of Trees” formed by magnificent eucalyptus trees, en route to your award-winning resort. Set oceanfront on a southern beach, the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa entices with beautiful grounds, plentiful pools and a natural lagoon perfect for an array of recreational activities. Spend the evening enjoying resort amenities as you please.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Stay: 2 nights
Lodging: Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa (Ocean-View Rooms), Koloa, Kauai
Day 5 Ecology Lecture
Get a bird’s-eye view of Kauai’s spectacular landscapes on an optional helicopter adventure* that soars over razor-thin cliffs, rushing waterfalls and canyons that are carved by ancient rivers – available for an additional £180 per person (see Optional Helicopter Flightseeing as above), or spend the day at leisure. An informative interpretive lecture this afternoon offers an in-depth introduction to the unique ecological features of the Pacific Ocean islands and the natural history that surrounds you. Dine à la carte this evening at your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Lodging: Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa (Ocean-View Rooms), Koloa, Kauai
Day 6 Maui, The Valley Island
Fly to nearby Maui this morning for a three-night stay. Maui wears her most distinctive landmark as a crown, weaving the majestic beauty of dormant Mount Haleakala into landscapes below, cloaked with legends and lore. See iconic Iao Needle on a drive into beautiful Iao Valley and pass sugar cane fields on the way to the old whaling town of Lahaina. Continue on to your resort, Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, situated beachfront on Kaanapali Beach. The remainder of the day is free; dine at your leisure this evening at the resort.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Stay: 3 nights
Lodging: Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa (Ocean View Rooms) Lahaina, Maui
Day 7 Island of Maui at Leisure
Life on Maui indulges with wildlife-rich waters, perfumed gardens and an average year-round temperature of 75 degrees – the perfect ingredients for delectable local culinary treats. Discover the secrets of authentic island cuisine by participating in an interactive gourmet cooking experience during lunch at a well-known restaurant. Return to your hotel, where the rest of the afternoon and evening is spent as you please.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Hotel: Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa (Ocean-View Rooms), Lahaina, Maui
Day 8 Mount Haleakala & Hawaiian Luau
Ascend to the summit of Mount Haleakala, Maui’s legendary House of the Sun, viewing the extraordinary volcanic landscapes of the crater. The haunting beauty of the world’s largest dormant volcano is unforgettable. Drive past vegetable farms nestled on the hillside en route back down to your resort. Enjoy a feast of Hawaiian traditions tonight, from food to song and dance, at an authentic luau set amidst a backdrop of tiki torches. swaying palms and oceanfront magic for a true taste of aloha.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Hotel: Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa (Ocean-View Rooms), Lahaina, Maui
Day 9 Big Island of Hawaii and Volcanoes National Park
Fly to the Big Island of Hawaii, once the playground of Hawaiian royalty, enticing visitors with both intense beauty and diverse geological landscapes. First up is a visit to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, where you’ll discover craters, lava tubes and even a few Hawaiian legends as you explore its surrealistic ecosystems. Arrive at your fabulous resort – nestled on 32 oceanfront acres along the Big Island’s breathtaking Kohala Coast, The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii epitomizes tropical bliss.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Stay:3 nights
Lodging: The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii, Kohala Coast, Big Island
Day 10 Big Island at Leisure
Experience paradise today, your way. Your resort is renowned for offering a wide array of optional activities, including an oceanfront 10,000-sq.-ft. swimming pool, world-class tennis courts, 36-hole golf course and its pampering “Spa Without Walls.” An optional helicopter flightseeing excursion* is available at an additional cost of £300 per person (see Optional Helicopter Flightseeing as above); Join us for a catamaran sail along the Kohala Coast as the sun sets on another perfect day in Hawaii. Dinner is on your own tonight.
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii, Kohala Coast, Big Island
Day 11 Historic Kona
Ancient Hawaiian traditions come to life today on a guided sightseeing tour of the temples and wooden images at Pu`uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park. Nearby, the Painted Church speaks volumes about the islanders’ spiritual beliefs, past and present, depicted in the paintings that adorn its walls. You’ll have time today to explore the seaside town of Kailua-Kona on your own before returning to the resort for Tauck’s farewell cocktail reception and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Hotel: The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii, Kohala Coast, Big Island
Day 12 Journey Home
Your Hawaiian holiday experience ends on the Big Island. Fly home anytime; a transfer is included from The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii, to Kailua-Kona International Airport. Allow a minimum of two hours for departure flight check-in at the airport.
Meals: Breakfast
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