Hawaiian Islands

11 Days •

Unique highlights include a visit the USS Arizona while in Oahu that is now a memorial dedicated to those who perished at Pearl Harbor. Explore legendary Waikiki Beach and tour Chinatown. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is home to the historic Kilauea Crater and is sure to leave a lasting impression. Go snorkeling while in delightful Kona and watch a beautiful sunset from Mauna Kea Crater. Visit Waimea Canyon and Hanalei Bay while in Kauai and let Maui entice you with her breathtaking beaches, plentiful boutiques, art galleries and whale-watching tours. Welcome to Hawaii and see why this glorious paradise beckons travelers!

Tour Includes

Traditional lei greeting upon arrival in Honolulu
A guided sightseeing tour including a visit to the USS Arizona Memorial & Museum in Honolulu
A visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park in Kona
Sightseeing in Kauai including a visit to Waimea Canyon and a photo opportunity at Spouting Horn
Sightseeing in Maui including a visit to IAO Valley and Lahaina
Private, deluxe, air-conditioned motorcoach while touring with free Wi-Fi

Not Included

Gratuities are included for services during the land stay of your vacation, except on Cosmos Lite vacations and unless otherwise noted. This includes wait staff at included meals, and porterage at hotels for one suitcase per person. Gratuities for your Tour Director, Local Hosts®, Local Guides, driver, and ship’s crew are not included in the vacation price (unless otherwise noted in pricing details) and are discretionary.
All items of a personal nature (room service, beverages, telephone charges, laundry, special food requests, etc.) and meals not specified on the tour itinerary are not included and must be paid by the client.
All rates exclude airfare unless expressly noted.

Meal Inclusions

This Cosmos travel package does not include meals. Most of the hotels offer anything from coffee to a full breakfast, so you can start the day the way you like best. At most lunch stops, your Tour Director will have information on local restaurants. Dinnertime is your chance to sample local cuisine. Sometimes your Tour Director will offer an optional dinner outing.

Hotel Details

Sheraton Princess Kaiulani in Oahu, HI (3 nights)
Royal Kona Resort in Kona, HI (3 nights)
Kauai Shores Hotel in Kapaa, Kauai, HI (2 nights)
Kaanapali Beach Hotel in Lahaina, Maui, HI (2 nights)
The hotels listed are intended to be used on all departures however Cosmos reserves the right to substitute other hotels than those listed. If a change becomes necessary for any reason, the hotel substituted will be of equivalent quality to those listed. No refunds are provided for hotel changes and full cancellation penalties apply.

Day 1

ARRIVAL IN HONOLULU

Honolulu, United States

Aloha—welcome to Hawaii! Upon arrival at Honolulu International Airport, you will be greeted with a fresh flower lei and transferred to your hotel in Waikiki. Your Tour Director is on hand late this afternoon to answer any questions.

Sheraton Princess Kaiulani

Day 2

HONOLULU

Honolulu, United States

Today is at leisure. Your Tour Director will have suggestions, including activities near world-famous Waikiki Beach or a full-day optional outing to the Polynesian Cultural Center on the North Shore, where you’ll enjoy a dinner buffet and the colorful Ha: Breath of Life stage show.

Sheraton Princess Kaiulani

Day 3

HONOLULU

Honolulu, United States

Sheraton Princess Kaiulani

Day 4

HONOLULU TO HILO

Honolulu, United States

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.

Hilo, United States

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.

Kailua/Hawaii, United States

Arrive in Kona on the sunny side of the “Big Island” in the early evening.

Royal Kona Resort

Day 5

KONA

Kailua/Hawaii, United States

The following two days are free to explore the charming and historic town of Kailua-Kona. Optional activities include a snorkeling cruise to a coral reef to view magnificent tropical fish; or a helicopter ride along the Kohala coastline—over the famed Parker Ranch and an active volcano. For a true adventure, join the afternoon optional excursion to the summit of Mauna Kea Crater (13,796 feet) to view the sunset, then visit the Ellison Onizuka Visitor Center (9,200 feet) to stargaze in the evening.

Royal Kona Resort

Day 6

KONA

Kailua/Hawaii, United States

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.

Royal Kona Resort

Day 7

KONA TO KAUAI

Kailua/Hawaii, United States

Morning transfer to Kona International Airport for the flight to the “Garden Isle” of Kauai.

Waimea Canyon, United States

Upon arrival 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 Waimea Canyon, known as the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific,” the lush and fertile Hanapepe Valley, and a photo stop at Spouting Horn, a dramatic blowhole on the ocean’s edge.

Kauai, United States

Later, arrive at your oceanside hotel in Kapa’a.

Kauai Shores Hotel

Day 8

KAUAI

Kauai, United States

Kauai has a lot to offer, and your Tour Director will suggest several optional outings for the duration of your stay, including a trip to Hanalei Bay, the filming location of many Hollywood movies, such as South Pacific and The Thornbirds. Tonight, join the optional excursion and experience a traditional luau feast. After dinner, sit back and watch a captivating international revue of dancers and musicians.

Kauai Shores Hotel

Day 9

KAUAI TO 'IAO VALLEY

Kauai, United States

This morning, fly to Maui, the “Valley Island.”

IAO VALLEY, United States

On arrival, sightseeing begins with a visit to the ‘IAO VALLEY, the “Yosemite of the Pacific,” to view the ‘lao Needle.

Lahaina, United States

Then, head through lush farm country and along the shoreline via Maalaea Boat Harbor to Lahaina, once a whaling center and capital of the Hawaiian monarchy. Enjoy free time to explore this colorful island town.

Kaanapali Beach Hotel

Day 10

MAUI

Lahaina, United States

A full day at leisure to enjoy Maui’s splendid beaches or to relax by the pool at the hotel. A variety of optional outings includes the Road to Hana, one of the world’s most spectacular scenic drives, with 54 bridges and many waterfalls. Just a short stroll away is Whalers Village with Maui’s best assortment of art galleries, boutiques, and oceanfront restaurants.

Return to Lahaina town, and take a stroll down Front Street. Enjoy the stunning sunset and ocean views while visiting shops, art galleries, and restaurants. At Lahaina Harbor, you’ll find Maui whale-watching tours (seasonal, from Dec to May), snorkeling trips, surfing lessons, and fishing charters. You can also walk the Historical Trail, mapping Lahaina’s historical sites and ending at Banyan Tree Park, home to the second-largest Banyan tree in the world!

Kaanapali Beach Hotel

Day 11

MAUI

Lahaina, United States

Your vacation ends this morning. You can extend your vacation with extra nights and explore the Valley Island further.

Departure Date

Pricing

All rates listed are per person based on double occupancy and are subject to change without notice. Your land package pricing will be confirmed and guaranteed once your deposit is received and applied to the booking, except where price increases may result from increases in government taxes or fees. Room configurations are subject to availability. Guests added to your party after the booking are priced at the prevailing rate at the time they are added.

Important Information

ALL guests must carefully verify the existing identification requirements for their particular travel situation DIRECTLY WITH THEIR LOCAL CONSULATES OR EMBASSIES or with a visa service, as these requirements may change. Guests without proper documentation may be denied entry and will not be entitled to a refund

Cancellation Policy

45-22 days prior to commencement of services: 20% of total price*
21-8 days prior to commencement of services: 30% of total price*
7-1 days prior to commencement of services: 50% of total price*
On departure day and later: 100% of total price*
*Total price does not include any Instant Purchase Air or Instant Purchase Air service fees, which are non-refundable after 24 hours from purchase. Intra-vacation air is non-refundable after final payment.
Cancellation fees may also apply to any additional services, including extra night accommodations, independently supplied services, and optional excursions reserved prior to, during, and after the tour. If flight changes, including, but not limited to, flight cancellations or name changes, are requested after full land and air deposits are received, revision fees, change fees, or airline cancellation fees will apply.
In many instances, airline revision or change fees can be up to $300, but in some instances may be up to 100% of the ticket price. Cancellation penalties will be quoted at time of cancellation.
All cancellations must be received in writing prior to tour departure. The cancellation policy will apply according to the date that the cancellation notification is received. The MINIMUM cancellation penalty is the deposit amount.
The purchase to trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.

Terms and Conditions

Land only “from price” is per person based on two people sharing a room together and does not include airfare unless expressly stated.
All prices are in US Dollars.
A $250 non-refundable, non-transferable, per-person, per-vacation deposit is required to reserve space for you, with some limited exceptions, as noted below. Payment of the deposit indicates you have read and accepted theseall Terms & Conditions. Your booking is not confirmed until the deposit payment is processed and you receive a confirmation invoice.
Final payment is due 45 days prior to departure, with some limited exceptions, as noted below. Within the final payment date, payment in full is required at time of booking to reserve space. Reservations (land, cruise, and air) are canceled if final payment is not received by the due date. The payment policy may vary for group reservations.
Additional deposits or payments are required for international air added to the start and/or end of your vacation and/or for intra-vacation air, as specified in the itinerary (“air-inclusive vacations”). Air-inclusive vacation pricing is guaranteed upon receipt of full land plus air deposit or land deposit plus full airfare price, depending on type of airfare purchased (Flex-Air or Instant Purchase Air).
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