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Hawaiian Explorer

8 days
From Honolulu to Kahului
4.1
18 traveler reviews

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Explorer
Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 50
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Honolulu

    Meals
    Dinner (Hawaiian-style dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Twin Fin Waikiki - Moderate (City View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))

    Included Activities

    • Receive traditional flower lei greeting
    • Explore Waikiki Beach
    • Hawaiian-style dinner with Travel Director and group
    Landmarks
    Waikiki Beach
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  2. Day 2

    Honolulu

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Twin Fin Waikiki - Moderate (City View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))

    Included Activities

    • Pearl Harbor National Memorial multimedia audio tour
    • National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific visit
    • Walking tour of downtown Honolulu
    • Iolani Palace viewing
    • King Kamehameha I Statue viewing
    • State Capitol Building viewing

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Waikiki Beach
    Landmarks
    Pearl Harbor National Memorial
    National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific
    Iolani Palace
    King Kamehameha I Statue
    State Capitol Building
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  3. Day 3

    Hilo to Kona

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa - Moderate (Mountain View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))

    Included Activities

    • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park visit
    • Punalu'u Beach Park visit

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch in Hilo on own
    Landmarks
    Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
    Punalu'u Beach Park
  4. Day 4

    Kona

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Kona Sea Salt)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa - Moderate (Mountain View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))

    Included Activities

    • Manta Ray Learning Center experience
    • Kona Sea Salt Be My Guest experience with lunch
    • Coffee plantation tour and tasting
    Landmarks
    Kona Sea Salt Farm
    Greenwell Farms
  5. Day 5

    Kona

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Hawaiian Luau featuring local flavors and tropical cocktails)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa - Moderate (Mountain View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))

    Included Activities

    • Hawaiian Luau dinner with local flavors and tropical cocktails

    Optional Activities

    • Kohala off-road adventure with waterfall and Pololu Valley overlook
    • Snorkeling at Pu'uhonua O Honaunau and Kealakekua Bay
    Landmarks
    Kohala
    Pololu Valley
    Pu'uhonua O Honaunau
    Kealakekua Bay
  6. Day 6

    Kona to Maui

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa - Moderate (Resort View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))

    Included Activities

    • Iao Valley State Park visit

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Whalers Village
    • Beach stroll
    Landmarks
    Iao Valley State Park
    Whalers Village
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  7. Day 7

    Maui

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner featuring local flavors)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa - Moderate (Resort View), First Class (Partial Ocean View), Premier (Ocean View))

    Included Activities

    • Dinner featuring local flavors

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Maui's landscapes on own
    • Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa pool
    • Full-service oceanfront spa and salon
    • Rooftop stargazing
    • Oceanfront golf
  8. Day 8

    Maui

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Extend stay in Maui

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What's Included

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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

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Operated by

Trafalgar

Platinum Operator
Rating
4.5(2,218 reviews)
Response time
8 hours
Response rate
80%
Cancellation policy

Traveler Moments

Traveler Reviews

4.1
Overall rating based on 18 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.2
  • Transport
    4.3
  • Guide
    4.2
  • Accommodation
    4.1
  • Food
    3.8
  • 4.5

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  • Hawaiian Explorer reviewer 1
    September 22nd, 2023
    Great tour guide, Michael M. Great hotels. Wish we had more time on the beach, for swim and that we would stop for...
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    Traveled in August 2023
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    We thank you for your review during your time in Hawaii. We are delighted to learn that our Travel Director's exceptional professionalism and enthusiasm contributed to making it a memorable experience, and their passion for travel significantly enhanced your overall enjoyment of the trip. We are sorry that you were not able to enjoy all aspects of what Hawaii offers due to the unfortunate fire circumstances. That said, we hope that you have returned home with unforgettable memories and new friendships from your time away with us.
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  • K
    September 28th, 2022
    The tour itself was good, It was just that the islands didn’t really live up to my expectations.
    Traveled in August 2022
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    We appreciate your feedback, and whilst we are saddened that the Hawaii islands did not meet your expectations, we are happy that you enjoyed the trip. Moreover, we hope you made some new friendships and unforgettable memories during your time away with us.
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  • Hawaiian Explorer reviewer 3
    September 8th, 2022
    Awful. This company is a rip off. I cancelled my trip in March and still have not received my refund even though I...
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    Traveled in May 2022
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    Thank you for sharing your experience here with us. We can certainly appreciate the frustration that may have been felt on this occasion, as you had cancelled your trip and awaited reimbursement. Our teams are doing everything they can across the board to make sure our guests are being taken care of, and that any refunds that are due are being processed in a timely manner. That said, we regret that yours may have still taken some time to be processed, and we genuinely hope that it has reached you since. We appreciate your custom, and hope to have the chance to travel with you some day.
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  • W
    July 1st, 2022
    Conflicting information; poor or no itinerary; lousy hotel - this is not what I paid a premium price for. One of our...
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    Traveled in June 2022
  • Hawaiian Explorer reviewer 5
    June 19th, 2022
    Hawaii was beautiful. The tour was great but heavy scheduled and always early in the morning. We saw and learned alot...
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    Traveled in June 2022
  • Hawaiian Explorer reviewer 6
    January 28th, 2022
    We were told by Tour Radar that we could not plan “individual outings” before our trip. “Wait until you get there and...
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    Traveled in January 2022
  • Hawaiian Explorer reviewer 7
    November 22nd, 2021
    Well planned and executed. Good mix of group activities, optionals, and individual time. Excellent tour guide....
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    Traveled in October 2021
  • B
    November 12th, 2021
    great trafalgar tour
    Traveled in October 2021
  • R
    October 26th, 2021
    michael was the best guide. always there for us kept the tour moving always had commentary on the location we were at...
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    Traveled in October 2021
  • Hawaiian Explorer reviewer 10
    September 5th, 2021
    Fun trip, Trafalgar tour guide and health director did a wonderful job guiding and managing the trip. Oahu /...
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    Traveled in August 2021

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    Brett

    Asked on September 3rd, 2025

    I am writing to request help to plan a romantic honeymoon and proposal for a couple to Hawaii next year April. He wants to visit Maui island and Oahu.

    Other
    Tour Details
    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten September 2025

      We sincerely apologize, but Trafalgar Tours specializes in guided group tours with set itineraries, and we are unable to accommodate customized travel arrangements or tailor-made packages such as the one you've described.

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    Georgia

    Asked on July 25th, 2025

    Is there any "bus trips" or vehicles involved. I see plane travel but is the remainder JUST walking?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten July 2025

      transportation for this trip will be provided by both plane and motorcoach (bus).

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    Fiona

    Asked on March 26th, 2025

    prefer premium. will take first class if premium sold out

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    Price / Availability
    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten March 2025

      Upon review, the cost for the Hawaiian Explorer Premium is US$3,912.00 per person, and the Hawaiian Explorer First Class is US$3,912.00 per person, both based on twin room occupancy. Please note that the status for both trips is currently "on request" and may take 3-4 business days to be confirmed or declined.

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    Kate

    Asked on March 26th, 2025

    What does the tour do in case of an itinerary change due to unforeseen events?

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    Travel Support
    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten March 2025

      Trafalgar sets up alternative plans like re-routing the tour to different locations and ensures that all planned activities and meals are accordingly adjusted.

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    Ali

    Asked on March 23rd, 2025

    Are there accommodations arranged for Kauai instead of Maui due to itinerary changes?

    Accommodation
    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten March 2025

      Yes, all included activities and meals that were scheduled for Maui will take place in Kauai, and accommodations have been arranged accordingly.

  • R

    Rubén

    Asked on February 15th, 2025

    How does Trafalgar handle emergencies or medical issues during the tour?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten February 2025

      In the event of emergencies or medical issues, Trafalgar takes proactive steps by advising guests to fill out the Specific Requirements Form and ensures the travel director is informed.

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    Geert

    Asked on February 14th, 2025

    Is there a fee for checked luggage?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten February 2025

      The luggage allowance is size: 30"x18"x10" (76x46x25cm), weight: 50lbs. (23kg).

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    Janice

    Asked on January 29th, 2025

    What should customers do regarding their return flight from Maui that has now changed?

    Flights / Transfers
    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten January 2025

      Customers should amend their return flights to leave from Kauai LIH Airport as the trip will now end in Kauai.

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    Viola

    Asked on January 28th, 2025

    Are there special accommodations for guests traveling from different locations?

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    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten January 2025

      Trafalgar arranges suitable travel plans such as modifying travel itineraries based on guests' incoming flights or other travel arrangements.

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    Ray

    Asked on January 20th, 2025

    How much extra for single rooms?

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      Ray

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      What are the prices for each? Besides the view is there any difference in the rooms accommodations?

    • R

      Ray

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      How much do the flights between the islands usually cost? Is there very much free time on each of the islands to do additional sightseeing?

    • TrafalgarOperatorWritten January 2025

      Below are the costs for a single room for the Hawaiian Explorer trip: • Hawaiian Explorer First Class: $5,469.00 • Hawaiian Explorer Moderate: $5,088.00 • Hawaiian Explorer Premium: $5,897.00 The primary difference between these options lies in the room level: first class, moderate, and premium. Please rest assured that the intra flights are included in the trip rate.

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