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Active Hawaii: Big Island & Kauai

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Island of Hawaii (Big Island), Kauai

  • Trek the world-famous volcanoes of Big Island with your private guide.
  • Take your adventure to new heights in a heli-tour of Kilauea & the Kohala Coast.
  • Marvel at the splendor of the Napali Coast in a rafting & sea cave expedition.
  • Hike the polychromatic Waimea Canyon for unforgettable panoramic views.
  • Featuring a curated selection of premier accommodations.
Itinerary at a Glance

DAY 1

  • ISLAND OF HAWAII (BIG ISLAND) The Adventure Begins
  • Airport Car Rental: SUV
  • Waikoloa Beach Resort Amenities

DAY 2

  • ISLAND OF HAWAII (BIG ISLAND) Lace Up for Some Fresh Air
  • Kona's Coffee & Crater Hike (with Lunch, 9 hrs) - Private

DAY 3

  • ISLAND OF HAWAII (BIG ISLAND) Underwater Wonderland
  • Waikoloa Beach at Leisure
  • Manta Ray Snorkeling (4 hrs) - Shared

DAY 4

  • ISLAND OF HAWAII (BIG ISLAND) A Bird’s Eye View
  • Kilauea & Kohala Coast by Helicopter (2 hrs) - Small Group Tour

DAY 5

  • ISLAND OF HAWAII (BIG ISLAND) TO KAUAI Onward and Upward
  • Airport Car Rental Drop-off
  • Air - Island of Hawaii (Big Island) - Kauai [1 hr] - Separate Purchase
  • Airport Car Rental: SUV

DAY 6

  • KAUAI Venture into the Outdoors
  • Hiking Waimea Canyon (with Lunch, 7.5 hrs) - Private

DAY 7

  • KAUAI Sail the Seas
  • Napali Coast Rafting & Sea Cave Expedition (with Lunch, 4 hrs) - Shared

DAY 8

  • KAUAI Beach Bliss
  • Poipu Beach at Leisure

DAY 9

  • KAUAI Until Next Time…
  • Airport Car Rental Drop-off

DAY 1

  • ISLAND OF HAWAII (BIG ISLAND)

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Pools
Pools
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Pools
Pools
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Pools
Pools
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
  • The Adventure Begins
  • Pick-up your rental car and prepare to explore the beautiful oasis of Hawaii Island. An SUV (or similar) will be reserved in your name. Please speak with your Destination Expert if you are interested in an upgrade option.
  • The Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa offers a selection of inviting amenities and modern comforts to ensure a memorable stay on the Big Island. Make a splash at three sparkling outdoor pools or soak in the scene beachside. Tee off at two championship golf courses, pamper yourself with a soothing spa treatment, or keep your wellness goals on track with a visit to the on-site fitness center. Play a round or two on the tennis court or unwind in the comfort of your scenic hotel suite. As night falls, attend Waikoloa 's Sunset Luau for music, dancing and classic Big Island fare.

DAY 2

  • ISLAND OF HAWAII (BIG ISLAND)

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Coffee Beans
Coffee Beans
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Coffee Beans
Coffee Beans
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Coffee Beans
Coffee Beans
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
  • Lace Up for Some Fresh Air
  • Set out with your private guide for a rocky hike up the cool and misty slopes of Hualālai Volcano. Enjoy exclusive access and explore a private trail at 6,500ft above the Kona coast. Cross surreal scenes of black lava flows, pass pit craters, and stroll through lush native forest. Learn how lava flows from the early 19th-century re-shaped the spectacular coastline below you. Marvel at magnificent vistas, walk amid stunning geological formations, and savor the symphony of forest birdsong before heading down the mountain to visit an award-winning coffee farm. Enjoy a private tour and see firsthand how the farm produces delicious 100% Kona coffee, learning how Kona's local farmers have perfected this sweet craft. Observe how they skillfully transform the bean into a delicious cup of coffee. This adventure-filled day is a true treat for all the senses.

DAY 3

  • ISLAND OF HAWAII (BIG ISLAND)

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Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Waikoloa Beach
Waikoloa Beach
Snorkeling With Manta Rays
Snorkeling With Manta Rays
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Waikoloa Beach
Waikoloa Beach
  • Underwater Wonderland
  • Spend time at leisure strolling the inviting golden sands of Waikoloa Beach. One of the most popular and cherished beaches on the Big Island, this enchanting shore offers miles of pristine sand and deep blue seas. Nestled on the South Kohala coast, Waikoloa is home to many notable cultural and geologic features of ancient Hawaiian culture, including aquaculture fishponds and petroglyphs. Bask in the beauty of this historic locale and take to the waters for incredible aquatic activity.
  • Venture into an underwater world where reef manta rays are waiting to greet you. Enjoy a snorkeling excursion as twilight begins to fall on Big Island. Join a small group of fellow adventurers on a boat ride along the Kona coast, sailing to a dedicated manta viewing site. Slip into the water with your snorkel guide and float above noble manta rays as they somersault, glide, and pivot in the light below. These majestic creatures are filter feeders and feed on plankton attracted to light. Watch in wonder as these stingless sea-dwellers put on a one-of-a-kind show.

DAY 4

  • ISLAND OF HAWAII (BIG ISLAND)

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Laupahoehoe Nui Landing
Laupahoehoe Nui Landing
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Laupahoehoe Nui Landing
Laupahoehoe Nui Landing
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Laupahoehoe Nui Landing
Laupahoehoe Nui Landing
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
  • A Bird’s Eye View
  • Take to the skies and discover Big Island's natural beauty and volcanic might during an unforgettable helicopter tour. Join a small group of fellow adventurers for an up-close look at the famous Kilauea volcano, which has been continuously erupting since 1983. Experience unparalleled panoramas of black sand beaches, Madame Pele’s amazing volcanic badlands, the lush rainforests of the Hamakua Coast and the meandering valleys of the Kohala Mountains. Today's adventure also includes a landing at Laupahoehoe Nui on the Kohala Coast, boasting a majestic 1200-ft. waterfall and once-in-a-lifetime photo opportunities. Savor a birds-eye-view of spectacular Hawaii: unspoiled, untouched, and wondrous.

DAY 5

  • ISLAND OF HAWAII (BIG ISLAND) TO KAUAI

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Sheraton Kauai Resort
  • Onward and Upward
  • After driving through quintessential Hawaiian beauty, make your way to the rental car drop-off center and return your vehicle.
  • Board a flight from Kona, Big Island with service to Lihue, Kauai. Approximate flight time is 55 minutes. Please note this flight is not included in your itinerary price and must be purchased separately.
  • Pick-up your rental car and prepare to explore the beautiful oasis of Kauai. An SUV (or similar) will be reserved in your name. Please speak with your Destination Expert if you are interested in an upgrade option.

DAY 6

  • KAUAI

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Waimea Canyon
Waimea Canyon
Sheraton Kauai Resort
Waimea Canyon
Waimea Canyon
Sheraton Kauai Resort
Waimea Canyon
Waimea Canyon
Sheraton Kauai Resort
  • Venture into the Outdoors
  • Explore the captivating "Grand Canyon of the Pacific" during today's privately guided hike. Immerse yourself in the splendor of the polychromatic Waimea Canyon, one of Hawaii's most treasured geological wonders. Ascend the trailhead with your private guide, pausing at several lookouts to drink in the splendor of the canyon and the Koke'e highlands. Admire panoramic views of crested buttes, rugged crags and deep valley gorges. Keep alert for possible sightings of the whitetail tropic bird as it soars over the canyon. On arrival to the lookout, unwind amid the tranquility, fuel up with a light lunch, and take a dip in a natural pool perched by the canyon's edge.

DAY 7

  • KAUAI

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Napali Adventure
Napali Adventure
Sheraton Kauai Resort
Napali Adventure
Napali Adventure
Sheraton Kauai Resort
Napali Adventure
Napali Adventure
Sheraton Kauai Resort
  • Sail the Seas
  • Prepare for adventure along the dazzling Napali Coast. Get up close and personal to this majestic coastline while exploring sea caves, lava tunnels, waterfalls, and hidden beaches. The day begins as you board a shuttle catamaran and cruise along Hanalei River into the bay. After a short briefing from your Captain, it's time to hit the coast in search of spinner dolphins, turtles, and sea birds. Sit back and enjoy the legends and lore behind the coast, gaining insight into local wildlife, and learning how this beautiful island was created. Navigate under cascading waterfalls and explore all the nooks and crannies of breathtaking Napali. Somewhere along the shore, your Captain will use his or her discretion and pick out the optimal snorkeling location for the day. Immerse yourself in a magical underwater world, keeping alert for potential sightings of endemic fish species found nowhere else in the world. Those that don't want to snorkel can kick back on the boat and soak in all the majesty of the Napali Coast. Indulge in a fresh deli-style lunch before setting sail back to beautiful Hanalei Bay.

DAY 8

  • KAUAI

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Sea Turtle at Poipu Beach
Sea Turtle at Poipu Beach
Sheraton Kauai Resort
Sea Turtle at Poipu Beach
Sea Turtle at Poipu Beach
Sheraton Kauai Resort
Sea Turtle at Poipu Beach
Sea Turtle at Poipu Beach
Sheraton Kauai Resort
  • Beach Bliss
  • Experience the shimmering turquoise water and powder-soft white sand of Poipu Beach with time at leisure. Divided into two bays, the beach is not just a favorite for locals and vacationers, but also a beloved lounging spot for Hawaiian monk seals and sea turtles. Poipu Beach is ideal for family fun thanks to a highly protected area called “Baby Beach”, where even the littlest ones can safely dip their toes in the water. Spend a day at leisure exploring this picturesque oasis, take the plunge into inviting waters, or simply soak up the sun in the paradise of Poipu.

    While you may occasionally spot a green sea turtle on the beach during the day, the best time to spot them here begins at dusk. Perhaps opt to take a shuttle to Brennecke's Beach across from Poipu Beach Park, where a group of turtles generally come ashore at dusk before retreating back into the waves again at sunrise.

DAY 9

  • KAUAI
  • Until Next Time…
  • After driving through quintessential Hawaiian beauty, make your way to the rental car drop-off center and return your vehicle.

Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

Sheraton Kauai Resort

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