Experience Overview
Hawaii’s traditional greeting, Aloha, embodies hospitality, respect, love and welcome. Experience the magic of these tropical islands and meet its gentle people on your unforgettable Hawaiian guided vacation. Look beyond the swaying hula dancers, ukuleles and floral shirts to celebrate local traditions and flavors. An incredible journey awaits as you get to know Oahu and Maui intimately while having time to relax at your oceanfront resorts.
Highlights
Dining Summary
- 4 Dinner (D)
- 9 Breakfast (B)
- 3 Lunch (L)
Choice Highlights
- Choose between two carefully selected activities
- Maui: Choose to visit Haleakala National Park offering an astonishing volcanic landscape.
- Maui: Cruise to the scenic coastline of Lanaʻi island and snorkel a dazzling coral reef, home to abundant sea life. Wild dolphins are found in bays and offshore, including acrobatic spinner dolphins, friendly bottlenose dolphins, and curious spotted dolphins. Sightings of humpback whales are also common from December to April.
Additional Included Highlights
- Prices included economy inter-island airfares and all related charges for Honolulu - Kahului and Kahului - Kona. Flights are subject to change without notice until time of booking. Inter-island airlines charge a baggage handling fee of USD $25 per first checked suitcase on each inter-island flight. This fee is not covered by the prices is the responsibility of the guest. See Terms and Conditions for details.This trip experiences high elevations, we recommend guests with preexisting medical conditions talk with a doctor prior to travel.
Authentic Dining
- Oahu: Dive into an al fresco, sustainably sourced Farm-to-Table lunch while enjoying epic views of the North Shore.
- Maui: You are invited to choose your own dining experience from a selection of restaurants for your Dine-Around evening. Your options include a magical evening at the Wailele Luau for a taste of traditional Polynesian cuisine and dance or one of your resort’s other acclaimed restaurants.
- Maui: If there were an award for "exceptional Maui restaurant in the unlikeliest of locations," Hali'imaile General Store would definitely take the cake. Instead, this longtime Maui dining classic has been lauded as everything from "Best Hawaiian Regional" to "Best Restaurant on Maui." Chef Beverly Gannon is Maui's favorite chef, bar none. One of Hawaii's most heralded chefs, this restaurant has drawn dining aficionados from around the world for over 32 years, as well as locals. Maui’s original farm-to-table restaurant, the menu exclusively features locally sourced Hawaiian produce, meats and products. Our dishes are an unique blend of fresh Hawaiian flavors, local Asian influences, and modern preparations.
Insight Choice
- Maui: Choose to visit Haleakala National Park offering an astonishing volcanic landscape.
- Maui: Cruise to the scenic coastline of Lanaʻi island and snorkel a dazzling coral reef, home to abundant sea life. Wild dolphins are found in bays and offshore, including acrobatic spinner dolphins, friendly bottlenose dolphins, and curious spotted dolphins. Sightings of humpback whales are also common from December to April.
Insight Experiences
- Maui: Visit one of the last working pineapple farms with a fun and knowledgeable Local Expert. Discover the impact these plantations had on the islands and sample some of the extra sweet Maui Gold variant.
- Kona: Join a Local Expert to learn about incredible Kona coffee. Enjoy a tasting of this gourmet specialty and see native plants, fruits and the organic coffee fields on your tour around the plantation.
Make Travel Matter
- Oahu: MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® as you join an eco-tour with your Local Expert in a Hawaiian Legacy Forest and plant a native tree contributing to the healing of the local ecosystem. Your experience advances UN Global Goal 15: Life on Land.
Top Rated Highlights
- Maui: Visit Ioa Valley State Park, burial site of Hawaii's chiefs for centuries
- Honolulu: Visit Pearl Harbor and step aboard the USS Arizona Memorial and recount the events that led the US to join World War II.
- Honolulu: See the Punchbowl National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, honoring all those who served in the US Armed Forces and lost their lives during World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War.
- Oahu: On your journey around Oahu take in epic views from Pali Lookout. Travel beneath the towering Ko’olau Mountains and along the rugged Windward Coast. Reach the North Shore and visit Haleiwa, the social and artistic hub of the North Shore.
- Maui: Visit the awe-inspiring Iao Valley State Park and see the 1,200-foot (366 meter) landmark Iao Needle, overlooking the final resting place of Hawaii’s native chiefs.
- Hawaii: Visit the UNESCO World Heritage listed Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Take in sights along Crater Rim Drive for views of the Kilauea Caldera.
Trip Details
Product Code: 34321
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Deluxe
Transport: Private
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles: Family, 55+, Luxury
Tour Operator: Insight Vacations (CA)
Supplier Code: 264.1603A
Starts: Honolulu, United States Of America
Finishes: Kona, United States Of America
Duration: 10 days
Departures: Not Guaranteed
Physical Rating: Easy
Includes
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $7,763 ($776 /day)
Itinerary
After your arrival at Honolulu Airport, the traditional lei greeting at your Travel Director's Welcome Desk kicks off your Hawaii vacation. Your hotel during your time on Oahu was the setting for Blue Hawaii, Elvis Presley’s 1961 movie and it is the birthplace of the legendary cocktail of the same name. Tonight, join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a dinner.
Accommodation: Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort, Oahu
Meals: Dinner
Enjoy a relaxed start this morning followed by a visit to the Pearl Harbor National Memorial, commemorating the tragic day of December 7th 1941. Walk through the Visitor Center and take a short boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial, the final resting place of 1,102 sailors and marines. USS Arizona tickets are subject to NPS; ticket timing availability not known until the day before visit. Spend time at the superb visitor center and explore exhibits that recount the events that led the US to join World War II. As part of today's adventure, you'll see the Punchbowl National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. It honours all those who served in the US Armed Forces and lost their lives during WWII, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. Return to Waikiki and spend the rest of your day at leisure.
Accommodation: Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort, Oahu
Meals: Breakfast
After a relaxed start this morning, set out to explore Oahu on an exciting island tour. Take in the epic views from Pali Lookout towards the Kaneohe Bay and the Windward Coast. The valley below was the scene of a bloody battle in 1795 when King Kamehameha I extended his rule over the island with an army of 10,000 men. Journey beneath the towering Ko’olau Cliffs and along the rugged coastline. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with your Local Expert in a Hawaiian Legacy Forest and partake in the sacred planting ceremony of a native tree contributing to the healing of the local ecosystem. Delve into an al fresco, sustainably sourced picnic lunch while enjoying views of the Legacy Forest. Continue to North Shore where in the winter months waves can reach 30ft making it a favorite spot among big wave surfers worldwide. Visit Haleiwa, the social and artistic hub of the North Shore. Stroll among small boutiques and plantation-era buildings to soak up the laid-back ambiance. Finally, return to Waikiki after your eventful day and enjoy your evening at leisure.
Accommodation: Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort, Oahu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Take a short flight to Kahului on Maui. This slice of Hawaiian island paradise offers magnificent nature and a wide variety of activities. Visit the awe-inspiring Iao Valley State Park and see the 1,200-foot landmark Iao Needle. This green-mantled rock outcropping overlooks sacred lands and was used as a burial site for Hawaii’s chiefs for centuries. In the evening you are invited to choose your own dining experience from a selection of restaurants for your Dine-Around Evening. Your options include a magical evening at the Wailele Luau for a taste of traditional Polynesian cuisine, dance and storytelling, or one of the resort’s other acclaimed restaurants.
Accommodation: The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali Beach, Maui
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, head to Upcountry Maui and discover a different face of the island. Visit one of the last working pineapple farms with a fun and knowledgeable Local Expert. Discover the deep impact these plantations had on the islands and sample some of the extra sweet Maui Gold variant. At its peak, Hawaii produced 75% of the world’s pineapples and the tropical fruit became a symbol for the state. Next we indulge in a Farm-to-Table lunch at the Hali’imaile General Store. Originally a plantation shop in the early 20th century, the restaurant is known for its outstanding island cuisine. Return to your resort and spend the evening at your leisure.
Accommodation: The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali Beach, Maui
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Explore Maui with Insight Choice. Choose to experience sunrise at Haleakala National Park, offering an astonishing volcanic landscape. Hear the Hawaiian legends about the active volcano and see the unique Haleakalā Silversword plant. Alternatively, cruise to the scenic coastline of Lana'i island and snorkel a dazzling coral reef, home to abundant sea life. Tonight, get together with your Travel Director and fellow travelers for dinner.
Accommodation: The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali Beach, Maui
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Take a short flight to Hawai’i, the largest island of the archipelago. Upon arrival, spend time in easy-going Kailua-Kona, once the home of Kamehameha I, Hawaii’s great ruler. Travel from the beach to the coffee growing area of Kona and join a Local Expert to learn about Kona coffee. Enjoy a tasting of this gourmet specialty that only grows on the slopes of two local active volcanoes. See native plants, fruits and the organic coffee fields on your tour around the plantation. Continue to your luxurious resort accommodation and enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.
Accommodation: Hilton Waikoloa Village, Island of Hawai'i
Meals: Breakfast
After a relaxed start, get ready for an unforgettable journey to the volcano. After a luscious lunch enter the UNESCO World Heritage listed Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Hear the legends of Pele, the goddess of volcanoes and fire and the creator of the Hawaiian Islands. Stop by the magical Rainbow Falls on your way back to your resort.
Accommodation: Hilton Waikoloa Village, Island of Hawai'i
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Enjoy a relaxed start and spend the day on island time, relaxing under the swaying palms. Lounge by the pool, enjoy a spa treatment, or snorkel in the local lagoon looking for the rare green sea turtles that call these waters home. Tonight, come together for dinner and toast to your travels.
Accommodation: Hilton Waikoloa Village, Island of Hawai'i
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Bid farewell to your fellow travelers and new friends and depart at leisure to the Kona airport filled with new memories and stories.
Meals: Breakfast
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Tour Operator
Insight Vacations (CA)
Part of The Travel Company (TTC) family of brands, Insight Vacations began operations in 1978 and is based in Cypress, CA. Journeys are featured to destinations, such as the U.S. and Canada, Europe, Latin America, North Africa, Asia, the UK and Ireland. The company offers are a variety of tours under the classifications of Regional Journeys, Country Roads, Discovery Journeys, Easy Pace trips, and Special Interest tours. Insight is the ideal name for the tour operator, as the journeys provided by Insight Vacations allow travelers to gain further insight into whatever destination they wish to explore. For example, Discovery Journeys are the ideal choice for first-time visitors to Europe. Itineraries include Dine-at-Home or Farm-to-Table experiences so travelers can learn more about how locals live and dine. Regional Journeys allow trip-goers to see a specific location in Europe that they have always wanted to see – Poland, Switzerland, Italy, etc. The carefully planned trips enable customers to immerse themselves in one specific region or country and to become acquainted with its culture, traditions, and people. For anyone seeking travel off the beaten track, Insight Vacations offers Country Roads – trips that lead travelers off the well-tread tourist trail to explore hidden gems where visitors can savor the local produce with Farm-to-Table dining. Some trips are offered under the Easy Pace travel style – the ideal trip choice for trip-goers who wish to slow their pace during their vacation. During these tours, vacationers stay at least 3 nights at each destination, giving them some additional time to explore a place and enjoy it. Regardless of the travel style, many of the vacations offered by Insight Vacations begin with Relaxed Starts – giving travelers time to sleep in a little, spend more time at breakfast, or explore an area on their own. The tour company prides itself on providing business class tours that features luxury coaches with 40 seats. While most coach touring operators provide vehicles with 53 seats, Insight Vacations has re-configured its motor coaches to hold up to 40 guests. This gives passengers extra leg room while traveling and offers them more space and privacy.
In Business Since 1978
Reviews
Anonymous - Traveled, April 2025
The itinerary was great over all 3 islands with enough "own time" in the mix to make for a great holiday.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/22/2025
Anonymous - Traveled, April 2025
I think I pretty much said it all with my former comments. For anyone who has not been to Hawaii, just do. My suggestion if you use this tour group, arrive the day before Aston or miss the first day of the trip. We had an 11 hour flight and had a 3 hour delay so we didn't get to our Oahu hotel till 8ish pm. We missed the hello dinner. We don't travel much so we were surprised by some of the expense not known till just before we left. Tipping is a big part of the tour, for the tour director and the bus drivers that bring you to the visited destinations. We were told to pack our bags, then take half of the clothes out and double the cash you were going to bring. That is definitely the truth. Because we don't travel a lot, I was happy going to Hawaii with a tour group because you don't have to think about setting a schedule. It's all done for you. So if you've been thinking about traveling to Hawaii or somewhere else, go for it. Just book it.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/10/2025
Sindy McCrystle - Traveled, March 2025
Good guide, excellent itinerary, varied activities. Food wonderful. Good mix of group events & time on own. Leader was knowledgable, organized & personable! Last show at hotel was a highlight! Wonderful trip! Liked the planting & visit to the pineapple farm. Appreciated the gift of 2 pineapples. My husband liked the diving/water experience. The meals were wonderful! The show at the hotel was fabulous! A highlight which will be a lasting memory! Our guide was well organized, knowledgable & personalized the trip by sharing little momentos. The visit to the Pearl Harbor area & museum was very meaningful as Family & friend's fathers were fighting there during WW II. Bus drivers were excellent. It was an excellent experience & created wonderful memories.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/08/2025
Anonymous - Traveled, March 2025
Andrew was so caring and knowledgeable about Hawaii. I could not have enjoyed the trip more. I was well looked after
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/08/2025
Anonymous - Traveled, September 2024
*personal details removed by Feefo* knowledge of the culture and landscapes, flora, fauna and geology of Hawaii made this trip exceptional. Maybe change the Waikiki hotel for one less overwhelming and more central. Would have liked an optional helicopter flight. Beautiful journey into the culture of Hawaii.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/19/2024
Anonymous - Traveled, March 2025
If this is where I rate our tour guide, I would give him 4 stars and more. He was very knowledgable, very attentive and courteous. He was with us and we could text or call at anytime, he would respond quickly. He was on top of the transfers between islands and kept us informed of what was going on. I was disappointed in our room at the Hilton Waikoloa Village. It was old and it was dirty. Some people in our group got newly updated rooms. We did not. The bathroom fixtures had not been throughly cleaned, the phone was so dirty I could not read the numbers plus it kept saying we had a message (flashing red light) but we did not and the sliding glass door to the lai was dirty. Overall the room was not acceptable. I did not like the tram. We often gave up waiting for it and walked to the other places.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/26/2025
Timothy Bogs - Traveled, March 2025
We loved our trip. The hotels were amazing. A volcano was spilling out steam on the big island. The pineapple plantation was incredible on Maui. Oahu has Pearl Harbor and that is a must see.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/27/2025
Joan Blanton - Traveled, September 2024
The service was great. The only exception is having to provide our own transportation from the airport to the hotel upon arrival for our trip. In the past, Insight has always had someone waiting for us when we landed to take us to our destination. Setting this up ourselves was very trying because we do not travel frequently to far away places and finding services that do this was difficult. I hope that Insight will provide this service in the future. Each island is beautiful but very different. Our Travel Director, *Personal details removed by Feefo*, made the trip a pure pleasure. He was so organized and made transitions from one island to the next a pleasure. He is fantastic and very informative. The highlights of our trip was visiting Pearl Harbor on Oahu, the pineapple plantation on Maui, and the coffee plantation and volcano on the big island. The resorts were wonderful, food delicious, and service wonderful. The excursions around each island was wonderful. Andrew knew the history of the islands and helped us to really appreciate the uniqueness of each island. Actually, we thoroughly enjoyed the whole itinerary.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/26/2024
Phyllis Kombol - Traveled, September 2024
The tour guide, *Personal information removed by Feefo*, was excellent. This is the best direction to go. Add extra days at the end if you want to explore the Big Island more.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/26/2024
Mary Bogs - Traveled, March 2025
We loved everything about this trip! First of all, our travel leader, *Personal information removed by Feefo*, was amazing! He was so knowledgeable of the islands. He was a great leader of our group! The itinerary was perfect. We saw so much but still had time to relax or explore on our own. Our resorts were simply beautiful! I would highly recommend Insight Vacations. This was our third trip with them.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/27/2025
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