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Hawaiian Islands Land & Cruise
Breathtaking Vistas
Leisure Time
Local Flavors
USS Arizona Memorial & Visitor Center at Pearl Harbor
Honolulu City Tour
Discover four beautiful Hawaiian Islands aboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s Pride of America with the perfect blend of leisure time and activities, plus all meals included on the ship. Fly into Honolulu, where we embark on a city tour with a visit to Pearl Harbor National Memorial. Our luxurious cruise ship then takes us on an incredible seven-night journey, featuring ports of call on Oahu, Maui, the Big Island, and Kauai. There is plenty of leisure time on each island to spend as you wish, and we also enjoy two amazing shore excursions as a group: an exclusive Hawaii Volcanoes National Park tour on the Big Island and an authentic luau with dinner at Luau Kalamaku. After disembarking in Honolulu, we conclude our time in paradise with a private tour of Oahu’s North Shore.
Trip overview may vary by departure.
Highlights
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation
This estate dates back to 1864 when Gaylord Wilcox began growing sugar cane in the midst of Hawaii’s sugar boom. He built Kauai’s first mansion in the early 1900s, which has been immaculately persevered. Enjoy a stroll through the tropical gardens before witnessing a customary imu ceremony, followed by a delicious dinner with drinks and dessert. Our night concludes with an authentic luau performance that transports us back to ancient Polynesia while telling the story of those who voyaged from Tahiti to Kauai. The high-energy show includes authentic costumes, hula dancers, chants, and a fire-knife routine!
Norwegian Cruise Line’s Pride of America
Explore multiple islands with ease on the only U.S-flagged cruise ship, boasting a Hawaiian theme. Be immersed in the culture and spirit of the Islands with hula and lei-making classes, a Polynesian show, and discussions with an onboard Native ambassador who provides exclusive insight. You may also enjoy attending a Broadway show, getting pampered at the spa, socializing with friends in the bars or lounges, sipping a Mai Tai by the pool under the warm sun, or simply soaking up breathtaking views. As hunger strikes, Freestyle Dining allows you to indulge in culinary delights where you want, when you want.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Named an International Biosphere Reserve and UNESCO World Heritage Site for its extraordinary natural diversity, this protected landscape encompasses six climate zones! From lava fields and craters to deserts and lush rainforest along rugged coastline, there’s no shortage of natural wonders. It’s also home to one of Earth’s most active volcanoes, Kilauea. We may even get a chance to walk through a 500-year-old lava cave, Thurston Lava Tube!
Oahu’s North Shore Private Tour
Embark on a picturesque journey with exclusive local insights along this laid-back stretch of coastline featuring over 50 beaches that span roughly 11 miles. Surfers from around the globe come here for the massive waves and professional surfing contests at Waimea Bay and Sunset Beach! We also discover “Old Hawaii” in historic Haleiwa, the social and artistic hub of the North Shore that’s brimming with galleries and charming shops.
- Day 1: Fly to OahuA traditional lei greeting welcomes us to the Islands of Aloha. We check in to our beautiful hotel for the next two nights, nestled along the white sands of Waikiki Beach with views of Diamond Head crater. Enjoy soaking up the warm Hawaiian breeze from your private lanai.
- Day 2: Pearl Harbor & City TourToday, we explore Honolulu’s must-see attractions and get to know fellow travelers over a delicious Welcome Lunch. Journey to the most moving site on Oahu: Pearl Harbor National Memorial. At the visitor center, browse exhibits that recall the pivotal day that catapulted the United States into World War II and take a Navy launch to the USS Arizona Memorial, which spans the sunken battleship. On our city tour, view the volcanic-shaped Hawaiian State Capitol building as well as Iolani Palace, the only palace in the country once inhabited by a reigning monarch. We also drive through the Punchbowl, an extinct volcano and home of the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. The evening is at your leisure. After an included breakfast, we embark on a tour of the capital city that includes the most moving site on Oahu: Pearl Harbor National Memorial. At the visitor center, view galleries and exhibits that recall December 7, 1941, the day that catapulted the United States into World War II. We enjoy a documentary film and a Navy launch out to the USS Arizona Memorial to observe the sunken battleship. This afternoon, get to know fellow travelers over a Welcome Lunch. Our city tour continues with views of the volcanic-shaped Hawaii State Capitol building and Iolani Palace, home to Hawaii's last reigning monarchs. We also drive through the Punchbowl, an extinct volcano and home of the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. *Navy launch to the USS Arizona Memorial is subject to weather and availability through the National Park Service. Tickets are confirmed the day prior.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
- Day 3: Pride of AmericaWe indulge in a relaxing morning before transferring to the only U.S.-flagged cruise ship, Norwegian Cruise Line's Pride of America, for our seven-night cruise. Enjoy all the benefits of NCL’s Freestyle Cruising, where you set your own schedule with a variety of activities and dining options. There are countless ways to spend your time on board such as getting pampered at the spa, listening to live music, joining one of the ship’s popular deck parties, sipping a mai tai at the bar, or learning about local culture from a Native ambassador.
Meals Included: Dinner
- Day 4: MauiOur first port of call is Kahului, Maui. The day is yours to explore the Valley Isle, named for its long blankets of green basins set against soaring mountains. You may enjoy playing a round of golf or soaking up the sun on a gorgeous beach while taking in views of the North Pacific Ocean, which is frequented by calving humpback whales throughout the winter.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 5: The Valley IsleTake advantage of another full day on Maui to spend as you please! Choose from NCL’s incredible excursions, explore independently, or relax on board with a variety of entertainment and dining options.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 6: Hawaii Volcanoes National ParkOur ship docks in Hilo on the Big Island this morning, the gateway to a fascinating world of active volcanoes. We board a comfortable motorcoach and travel to Rainbow Falls, hoping to see one of its colorful spectrums of light as the water cascades from 80 feet above. Our journey continues to a restaurant just outside of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park for lunch. Afterwards, our private driver-guide takes us inside the park to share fascinating insight about the creation of the islands as we witness how 70 million years of volcanic activity has shaped the landscape. Gaze upon volcanic craters, steam vents, eerie lava formations, and more. Back on the ship, we begin our cruise around the Big Island to Kona.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 7: The Big IslandWe anchor off the coast of the Big Island’s leeward (west) side this morning, taking tenders into the heart of Kailua-Kona. Spend the day pursuing personal interests with a variety of shore excursions and activities to choose from. You may enjoy a black sand beach hike, a glass-bottom reef tour, or an enriching coffee farm visit to make your own fresh roast. A tour of historic Kona is also an option, including sights of Old Hawaii at Pu’uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park and St. Benedict's historic painted church, noted for its colorful murals depicting biblical scenes.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 8: Authentic LuauThis morning’s port of call is Nawiliwili, Kauai. Known as the Garden Isle, this island is a lush paradise of rainforests, tropical flowers, magnificent canyons, and beaches. NCL provides many exciting options to make the most of your day, including an excursion to Waimea Canyon and Smith’s Fern Grotto. This evening, we travel to Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation for a traditional evening that immerses us in the flavors, culture, dancing, and sounds of Polynesia.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 9: The Garden IsleWe enjoy another full day to discover Kauai’s best treasures. This is a wonderful time to experience flightseeing on an optional Mokihana Helicopter adventure! Take in bird’s-eye views of the island’s stunning landscape, like the “Valley of the Lost Tribe,” shrouded in mystery. We board our ship this evening and begin cruising back to the beautiful island of Oahu.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 10: Oahu’s North ShoreOur cruise concludes in Honolulu this morning. We disembark to meet our driver-guide for an incredible private tour of Oahu’s North Shore, a mecca for surfers and those seeking a taste of Old Hawaii. Later, we board our overnight flight back to the mainland.
Meals Included: Breakfast
- Day 11: Arrive HomeA hui hou (until we meet again).
What's Included
All Accommodations
- 2 nights at Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
- 7 nights aboard Norwegian Cruise Line's Pride of America
Attractions & Highlights
- Pearl Harbor National Memorial
- Honolulu guided city tour
- Punchbowl Crater feat. National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific
- Waikiki Beach
- Ports of call: Kahului, Maui; Hilo, Big Island; Kona, Big Island (tender port); Nawiliwili, Kauai
- Rainbow Falls & private Hawaii Volcanoes National Park tour
- Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation
- Oahu North Shore private tour
22 Excellent Meals
- Welcome Lunch in Honolulu
- All meals included aboard the ship with Freestyle Dining
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