On the Road: Best of Hawaii, Maui, Kauai and Oahu

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Hit the road for an in-depth exploration of four Hawaiian islands, learning about traditional culture, active volcanoes, vibrant wildlife and the true essence of this paradise on earth.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • I’m comfortable with some walking throughout the day
    • I expect to get on and off of a coach, and I’m ready to stroll through cities and to stand for a few hours when we’re learning in museums

What's this trip about?

    Hit the road for an in-depth exploration of four Hawaiian islands, learning about traditional culture, active volcanoes, vibrant wildlife and the true essence of this paradise on earth.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityHilo, Hawaii
End CityHonolulu

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Train & Rail Journeys
  • High Adventure

Destinations

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Hiking
  • Nature
  • Trains & Rail

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 Check-in, Registration, Orientation, Welcome Dinner Hilo, Hawaii

Hotel check-in from 3:00 p.m. Walking up to 1 mile throughout the day; flat terrain.

Program Registration. 4:00 p.m. After you have your room assignment, come to the Road Scholar table in the lobby to register with the program staff and get your welcome packet c...

Day 2 Lyman Museum, Rainbow Falls, Hawaii’s Ancient Places Hilo, Hawaii

Walking up to 1.5 miles throughout the day; sidewalks; stairs in the 2-storey museum; elevators if needed; maintained trails. Getting on/off motorcoach; driving approx. 10 miles; about 1.5 hours aboard throughout the day with multiple stops.

At the hotel, we’ll ...

Day 3 North Hawaii Field Trip, Waipio Valley, Kamehameha’s Temple Hilo, Hawaii

Walking up to 1.5 miles throughout the day; sidewalks, paved paths, park trails. Getting on/off motorcoach; driving approx. 200 miles; about 5 hours aboard throughout the day with multiple stops.

Beginning our full day North Hawaii field trip via motorcoach, we’...

Day 4 Astronomy Center of Hilo, Native Hawaiian Plant Garden Hilo, Hawaii

Walking about ½ mile on garden pathways; periods of standing.

With our Study Leader at the hotel, we’ll start our day with an introduction to the Hawaiian language during which we will learn about proper pronunciation and other tips to aid us throughout our jour...

Day 5 Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Kona Kona, Hawaii

Walking about 1 mile throughout the day; uneven, damp, potentially dark terrain, park trails. Driving approx. 100 miles throughout the day with stops; about 3-4 hours total aboard motorcoach.

After checking out of the hotel, we’ll board our motorcoach and set ou...

Day 6 Snorkeling, Historical Kailua-Kona Walk Kona, Hawaii

Walking about 2 miles throughout the day; paved sidewalks. Snorkeling at local bay for 1-2 hours; swimming distance dependent on personal preference.

We’ll start out by traveling a short distance from Kailua-Kona by motorcoach to Kahalu’u Bay for a snorkeling cl...

Day 7 Free Day Kona, Hawaii

Dependent on personal preference.

Free Time. Take this opportunity for personal independent exploration to see and do what interests you most. The Group Leader will be happy to offer suggestions. You might like to attend local church services, visit the farmers ...

Day 8 Pu'uhonua o Honaunau NHP, Kona Coffee Farm Kona, Hawaii

Walking about 1 mile throughout the day; rocky, sandy terrain in coastal environment. Typically very warm; bring sun protection, water, etc. Driving approx. 30 miles throughout the day with stops; about 2 hours total aboard motorcoach.

Setting out from the hotel...

Day 9 Fly to Maui Island Maui

Inter-island flight to Maui Island; about 1 hour. Driving about 40 miles throughout the day; approx. 1.5 hours total.

After checking out of the hotel, we’ll transfer via motorcoach to the Kona airport (10 miles, ½ hour) for our flight to Maui.

Upon arrival...

Day 10 Lahaina, Printing Press Museum, Humpback Whale Talk Maui

Walking about 1.5 miles throughout the day; flat terrain; standing approx. 1 hour in the museum. Driving approx. 10 miles throughout the day, about 1 hour total; motorcoach and use of local bus.

After breakfast, we’ll board a motorcoach to begin exploring histor...

Day 11 Free Time, History of Sugar & Plantation Life Maui

Driving about 30 miles one way; 1 hour. Minimal walking; standing in small museum (tight spaces) for 1 hour.

Free Time. Take this opportunity to relax, enjoy the area and do what interests you most. Inquire at hotel front desk for morning whale watching tours (o...

Day 12 Haleakala National Park Maui

Driving to Haleakala National Park is approx. 70 miles; about 2 hours each way. Slow and limited walking at 10,000 feet elevation with temperatures often in the 40s Fahrenheit with wind chill; bring some warm clothes.

To begin our day, we’ll travel via motorcoac...

Day 13 Fly to Kaua’i, Spouting Horn Blowhole, Botanical Garden Kaua'i

Driving to Maui airport is approx. 40 miles; about 1 hour. Inter-island flight to Kaua’i Island is about 1 hour. Drive from Kaua’i airport to the hotel is approx. 40 miles; about 2 hours with stops. Walking about 1 mile total throughout the day; paved paths.

Hot...

Day 14 Free Day Kaua'i

Dependent on personal preference

Free Time. Take the day to see and do what interests you most.

Free time.

At leisure.

On your own to enjoy what you like.

On your own to explore the local fare.

On your own.

Day 15 Waimea Canyon, Koke'e State Parks Kaua'i

Walking about 1.5 miles; approx. 1 hour; park trails at 4,000 feet elevation. Drive to Waimea is approx. 50 miles each way; about 1.5 hours.

En route to the Waimea Canyon, we'll detour through picturesque Hanapepe Town with historic plantation style store fronts...

Day 16 Kilauea and Hanalei National Wildlife Refuges Kaua'i

Walking about 1.5 miles throughout the day; beach and paved paths. Driving via school bus approx. 50 miles; 2-3 hours over the course of the day.

After transferring via school bus to Hanalei National Wildlife Refuge, witness some of the best birding opportunitie...

Day 17 Fly to O'ahu Island, Pearl Harbor Memorial Honolulu

Inter-island flight to O'ahu Island is about 1 hour. Driving approx. 15 miles; about 2 hours with stops. Walking about 1 mile throughout the day; on street and beach sidewalks.

After checking out of the hotel, we’ll transfer to the Lihu’e airport for our flight ...

Day 18 Bishop Museum, Waikiki Aquarium, Luau Honolulu

Walking and standing in museums for about 1-2 hours. Driving approx. 15 miles, about 1 hour throughout the day.

Our first stop will be the Bishop Museum, Hawaii's State Museum. A docent will lead a visit over three floors through this commemoration of Hawaii’s n...

Day 19 Hawaii State Capitol, Hawaiian Band Concert, 'Iolani Palace Honolulu

Walking and standing in historic buildings for about 2 hours. Driving approx. 15 miles roundtrip, about 1 hour.

After transferring to Pali Lookout, a local expert will provide an on site explanation of its geological formation. In addition to the scientific comp...

Day 20 Windward & North Shore O'ahu, Waimea Valley Park and Gardens Honolulu

Walking about 1-2 miles throughout the day; paved paths and garden trails. Driving approx. 80 miles, about 2-3 hours over the course of the day with stops.

While traveling aboard the motorcoach, a local expert will share information regarding the geology and his...

Day 21 Program Concludes Honolulu

Hotel check-out by 11:00 a.m. Independent departures to Honolulu Airport available by taxi, no reservation required. Transfer to the airport is included for those who booked transportation through Road Scholar Air.

We hope you enjoy Road Scholar learning adventu...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $9,999
Price per day$476
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 18
  • Number of Lunch: 17
  • Number of Dinner: 18
Age Requirements
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