Historic Hawaii

8 Days / 7 Nights
5-nights Mauna Kea Beach Resort, Kona
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2-nights Moana Surfrider Hotel, Waikiki

Whether you have visited these islands once or multiple times, Hawaii never disappoints. The Big Island of Hawaii has 21 of the world’s 23 possible climactic zones. The food products grown and raised here are phenomenal, along with the pleasant dry climate of the Kona Coast and Volcano National Park. Finish your two-island vacation in always interesting and diverse Waikiki, one of the best people-watching places on planet Earth. This unique program combines two of the finest and most historic resort properties in the Hawaiian Islands:

THE MAUNA KEA BEACH HOTEL
Constructed in 1965 by Laurence Rockefeller, the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel was one of the first “Rock Resorts”. The building is a masterpiece of mid-modern architecture overlooking what is arguably one of the world’s great beaches. Guests are privy to enjoy the crystalline warm water and great snorkeling, with prolific manta rays so close to shore they are visible at night. Integrated into the surrounding volcanic landscape, this classic Hawaiian resort is filled with wonderful historic artifacts and artwork. The Mauna Kea is a special place which has continually delivered a world-class vacation experience to multiple generations of visitors to the Big Island of Hawaii.

THE MOANA SURFRIDER RESORT & SPA
Built in the late 19th century as the first hotel in Waikiki, the Moana opened in 1901 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The original building is currently part of the resort complex today named the Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa. The Moana’s architecture was influenced by popular 19th century European styles, with Ionic columns, intricate woodwork and ornate plaster detailing. The original hotel’s grand porte cochere faces the street side and has wide lānais on the ocean side. The oceanfront courtyard is dominated by a 75′ Banyan Tree, a signature feature of this historic property. The original building has 75 guest rooms with the newer “tower” offering larger, more spacious rooms and suites, many with dramatic views of Diamond Head and Honolulu.

PROPOSED ITINERARY

Sunday to Sunday with breakfast daily

DAY 1 – Arrive Kona International Airport (KOA)
Transfers to Mauna Kea Beach Resort
Welcome Cocktail Party & Dinner on the lawn (weather permitting)
5 nights Mauna Kea Beach Resort

DAY 2 – Private catamaran snorkeling excursion along the Kona Coast (5 hours)
5pm Your Wine Tasting event (90 minutes)
Dinner at leisure

DAY 3 – Tour day visiting a Mauna Kea Winery, Black Sand Beach and Volcano National Park
A long but worthwhile day (12 hours) visiting the major sites of the Big Island with
great photo opportunities.
BBQ Dinner tonight

DAY 4 – Day at leisure to enjoy the resort and its Mauna Kea Spa by Mandara
Activities include golf, tennis, bicycling, horseback riding and optional tours including
Merriman’s Farm to Table tour (5 hours duration)
Special group dinner tonight at the Manta Restaurant paired with your wines

DAY 5 – Morning Kona Brew Tour sampling local beer, coffee and chocolate makers with
special stops along the way. Lunch is included.
Dine independently tonight

DAY 6 – Transfer to Kona Airport for the 45-minute flight to Honolulu
Aloha Oahu cocktail reception
Dine independently tonight

DAY 7 – Pearl Harbor and North Shore excursion
Farewell Dinner tonight at Alan Wong’s paired with your wines or wine selection

DAY 8 – Check Out
Transfers to Honolulu International Airport
Tour ends