Islands in the Sun

Welcome to Honolulu. You have 2 nights to explore the city.

The big, blue Pacific and stunning Koolau mountains serve as a dramatic setting for Hawaii’s largest city. Climb to the top of Diamond Head. Take a romantic sunset stroll on Waikiki Beach. Catch a glimpse of history by visiting Pearl Harbor and the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. Check out our amazing Hawaii itinerary.

A surplus of natural splendor and the genuine hospitality of its people have helped to make Maui Hawaii’s second most popular island. Explore the fascinating history of the town of Lahaina. Plant yourself on a pristine beach, or play one of the world’s most beautiful golf courses. Check out our amazing Hawaii itinerary.

A second day on the Garden Island opens up the island’s interior. The Waimea Canyon; sometimes called the Grand Canyon of the Pacific — cuts 16 kilometres through Kauai’s western highlands and rewards the drive with views that are hard to believe. For something quieter, the Hanalei Valley lookout on the north shore frames taro fields and mountain ridges that have appeared in more films than most actors. The Napali Coast is best seen from the water on the return sail; keep your eyes on the horizon as the ship passes through.

The entire city of Hilo is like one giant greenhouse with spectacular tropical flowers at every turn. Visit the town’s well-preserved historic buildings, which date back to the turn of the century and showcase Hawaii’s unique architecture. Just 30 miles away the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is the home of the active Kilauea Volcano. Check out our amazing Hawaii itinerary.

Kailua-Kona is a town on the west coast of Hawaii Island (the Big Island). Hulihee Palace is a former royal vacation home dating from 1838. Mokuaikaua Church, from the 1800s, is Hawaii’s oldest Christian church. On Kailua Bay, reconstructed thatched houses at Kamakahonu National Historic Landmark mark King Kamehameha I’s residence. Colorful coral lies off Kamakahonu Beach. Kailua Pier has boat moorings.

Named after the Wiliwili trees, which once lined its picturesque harbour, this lovely port of Kaua`i is your gateway to what many believe to be Hawaii’s most beautiful island. On “The Garden Island,” nature is truly the star, from the dramatic mountains of Kokee to the cool rainforests of Haena. And the tradition of the luau adds lively entertainment unique to Hawaii. Check out our amazing Hawaii itinerary.

A second day on the Garden Island opens up the island’s interior. Waimea Canyon, sometimes called the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, cuts 16 kilometres through Kauai’s western highlands and rewards the drive with views that are hard to believe. For something quieter, the Hanalei Valley lookout on the north shore frames taro fields and mountain ridges that have appeared in more films than most actors. The Napali Coast is best seen from the water on the return sail, so keep your eyes on the horizon as the ship passes through.

Nāpali Coast State Wilderness Park lies in the northwest of Kauai Island, Hawaii. It’s known for its towering pali, or sea cliffs, punctuated by narrow valleys, streams and cascading waterfalls. The Kalalau Trail is a steep footpath running through the park, between nearby Ke’e Beach and sandy Kalalau Beach. It cuts through 5 valleys, including the Hanakoa Valley, with its native plants and old agricultural terraces.

The big, blue Pacific and stunning Koolau mountains serve as a dramatic setting for Hawaii’s largest city. Climb to the top of Diamond Head. Take a romantic sunset stroll on Waikiki Beach. Catch a glimpse of history by visiting Pearl Harbor and the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. Check out our amazing Hawaii itinerary.