Overview
Experience the laidback lifestyle of the Hawaiians on this leisurely tour that shows you the best of the islands.
Discover the lush rain-forests and pineapple fields of Oahu, lounge on the warm sandy beaches of Honolulu, and take in some history at Pearl Harbor. See how coffee is made in Kona and enjoy plenty of free time in captivating Maui.
Visit the "best of Hawaii" on this tour!
Stay in our selection of First Class accommodations and enjoy 14 meals including Welcome Reception, 9 Full Breakfasts, 2 Highlight Lunches, 1 Three-Course Dinner, 1 Highlight Dinner with wine and 1 Farewell Luau Dinner with open bar. To ensure a comfortable travel experience, our motorcoaches are equipped with large panoramic windows, reclining seats, air-conditioning and restroom facilities.
Tour price is per person and is based on two people sharing a twin-bedded room. Single rooms are available at a supplement.
***This tour is operated by our sister company.
Your Tour Price Includes
VIP Door-to-Door TransferTransfers you from your door step to select airports. Start your vacation in style with our outbound VIP Door-to-Door Town Car airport transfer service available on every tour from over 40 cities throughout the USA. Our service will collect your from you home and transfer you to your departure airport. We will arrange a pick-up time from your home that suits you, and your driver will meet you at your front door and assist with your bags before transporting you to the airport with ample time for check-in. |
Loud & ClearThis tour utilizes our personal audio system allowing you to roam and explore sites (within 60 feet) without missing any insight from your Tour Director or local guide. |
| Inter-Tour Flights |
Travel DocumentsTravel wallet, travel planner & map. $100 Frequent Traveler Discount upon return for a future tour. |
TransportationMotor-coach with A/C, panoramic windows, reclining seats & emergency restroom. Airport transfers on arrival and departure days. |
First Class HotelsYour tour includes First Class Hotels with Partial Ocean View rooms with private bath. |
Professional Tour DirectorYour tour will be conducted by some of the most experienced Tour Directors in the world. These dedicated professionals will manage the intricate details of your tour and delight you with their anecdotes and stories. Their vast knowledge of the region will enhance your entire travel experience, allowing you to have a vacation that is education, entertaining and fun! |
14 MealsIncludes Welcome Reception, 9 Breakfasts, 2 Highlight Lunches, 1 Three-Course Dinner, 1 Highlight Dinner with wine and 1 Farewell Luau Dinner with open bar. |
Local Expert Guide/Driver: Oahu, Hawaii and MauiLocal Expert Guide/Driver: Oahu, Hawaii and Maui. |
Included Tour Highlights
| Oahu Tour |
Visit Lahaina & tour an urban farmVisit a local organic urban farm followed by lunch in the historic whaling town of Lahaina. |
Honolulu Tour including Pearl HarborVisit Pearl Harbor, the USS Arizona Memorial, Punchbowl National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific and downtown Honolulu; visit a coral jewelry workshop. |
Enjoy an authentic Hawaiian Luau |
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park & a Kona coffee farmVisit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, stop at the active Kilauea Volcano; visit the Thomas A. Jaggar Museum and walk through an actual lava tube. Visit a Kona coffee farm and enjoy Kona coffee tasting. |
Optional Excursions
Optional excursions can be purchased upon arrival.
The list below is a sampling of excursions that may be offered by your tour director.
Oahu - Society of Seven Las Vegas Dinner ShowRepeatedly voted the best show in Waikiki, the SOS enthralls fans with their high energy performances, which include everything from the pizzazz of Las Vegas-style numbers and Broadway hits to their own blend of dramatic and comedic skills. This dazzling group has headlined at the Outrigger Main Showroom for more than three decades! Transportation to the venue is included. Closed Sun – Tue. Tour length: 2 hours. |
Kona - Evening at Kahua Ranch Sunset DinnerJoin us for a fun-filled sunset dinner on this beautiful 8,500-acre working cattle ranch nestled in the Kohala Mountains. Ascend to rolling green pastures and lush cinder-cones at a cool 3,200 feet. History comes alive with stories of the introduction of cattle to Hawaii in 1793 and the arrival of the Paniolo (Hawaiian Cowboy). Enjoy live music, dine and watch the sun set into the Pacific. After diner, kick up your heels for line dancing and participate in Paniolo activities like learning how to rope, pitching horse-shoes, and singing along while roasting marshmallows for s\'mores by the campfire. Enjoy the night sky by peering through a Celestron Telescope and see why the Big Island is the best place on earth for stargazing! Operates Wednesdays only. Tour length: 5.5 hours. |
Oahu - Magic of Polynesia Dinner ShowExperience the Magic of Polynesia, Hawaii's "must see" stage spectacular and a show that's mystical, romantic, majestic and exotic all at the same time. Witness expert hula, chanting and songs by one of Hawaii's most talented performing troupes. Sit mesmerized as they illustrate the history and lore of the Islands. Absorb the Polynesian experience conveyed with the magic of internationally acclaimed illusionist John Hirokawa, winner of the International Magicians Society "Most Original" Merlin Award - the Oscar of Magic. Transportation to venue included. Operates daily. Tour length: 4.5 hours. |
Maui - Spectaculr Heleakala Sunrise TourRising over 10,000 feet from sea level, Haleakala is renowned for its raw beauty and unique scenery, moving Mark Twain to write that his 1866 visit to this dormant volcano was "…the sublimest spectacle I ever witnessed.” Dress warmly for the summit as the temperature averages 20-40 degrees F. Please note that we do not guarantee that the weather will allow us to view the sunrise. Includes complimentary coffee and pastry, transportation and admission to Haleakala National Park. Operates weather conditions permitting; closed Sun - Mon. Tour length: 7.5 hours. |
Oahu - One Day Tour to Kauai Waimea Canyon and Wailua RiverEnjoy a day filled with the beauty, legends and the saga of Kauai, the “Garden Island!” Tour Waimea Canyon, see Spouting Horn and cruise the Wailua River to the famed Fern Grotto (cruise fare included). Experience beautiful Opaekaa Falls. Lunch is on your own. (Limited availability.Tour price is based on airfare and can be confirmed only at the time of booking. Airline policies allow little flexibility and require full legal name per government issued photo ID along with date of birth for each person. Cancellations within 48 hours of departure will be subject to 100% cancellation policy. Passengers who are denied boarding due to a lack of proper identification – government issued, with photo – are also subject to 100% cancellation penalty.) Closed Thu. (Child prices valid for age 5-11) Tour length: 14 hours. |
Maui - Premium Morning Snorkel to MolokiniMolokini, with its exceptionally clear water often exceeding 150 feet in visibility, presents a rare opportunity to snorkel and view marine life and coral formations not found at other Maui snorkel destinations -- or anywhere else in the world! On this 7 ½ hour adventure, you’ll snorkel around Molokini Crater and its flourishing coral reef where thousands of colorful fish and marine animals cohabitate. Your tour includes continental breakfast, buffet lunch and beverages. Schedule varies. Operates daily weather conditions permitting. Transportation to tour start is included. Tour length: 7.5 hours. |
Oahu - Deluxe Little Circle IslandCome join us for a beautiful afternoon capturing picturesque views of Oahu and the surrounding blue Pacific. Have your camera ready as this tour stops or passes by the slopes of iconic Diamond Head, Kahala, sparkling Hanauma Bay, the Halona "Blow Hole" Lookout; "From Here to Eternity" Beach, Sandy Beach, Makapu'u Lookout, Waimanalo Hawaiian Homestead, Nu'uanu Pali Lookout and Valley and stunning rain forests. Departs at 2-2:20 p.m. and returns approximately at 5:30 p.m. Transportation to the tour start is included. Operates daily. Tour length: 4 hours. |
Maui - Whale Watching CruiseDon’t miss this opportunity to watch and listen to the world’s most interesting and acrobatic great whale, the 40-ton humpback whale! Each year, from late December through early April, some 5,000 whales visit the Hawaiian Islands. Aboard these fascinating whale watch cruises led by certified marine naturalists, you’ll see and learn about humpbacks as they interact with each other in their native marine habitat. Soak in the dramatic coastline of Maui and enjoy smooth riding state-of-the-art eco friendly catamarans designed for optimal whale watching views, equipped with on board underwater hydrophones so passengers can listen to live whale song. All profits benefit Pacific Whale Foundation’s marine research and education programs. Seasonal: Generally operates daily from late December to late March, weather conditions permitting. Transportation to tour start is included. Tour length: 3 hours. |
Oahu - Polynesian Cultural Center PackageImmerse yourself in the images, history and hospitality of seven Pacific cultures -- Tonga, Tahiti, the Marquesas, Fiji, New Zealand (Aotearoa), Samoa and Hawaii -- at the 42-acre Polynesian Cultural Center. See islanders reenact war dances and wedding ceremonies, rub sticks to create fire, carve tiki figures, wield fire knives and climb four-story trees in their barefeet. Go at your own pace through the villages, take a break on a leisurely canoe ride down the center's tropical river, or watch an incredible Hawaii IMAX™ film in the cool theater.Transportation to venue is included. Closed Sun. Tour length: 10-12 hours. |
Maui - Hana Haleakala Helicopter Flight (45 min)Discover Maui’s stunning hidden interior landscapes This is a 45-minute flight in an Astar Helicopter. Maui is a diverse landscape of dormant volcanoes, rugged lava flows, lush tropical rainforests, and deep valleys full of cascading waterfalls. However, 75% of Maui's land area is isolated and inaccessible due to extreme terrain and rainforests. With no roads and few trails, it is impossible to see this hidden interior landscape...except by helicopter. This flight covers the most requested sights on Maui, including Haleakala Crater, tropical Hana Rainforests and spectacular waterfalls. Tour times vary based on availability. Operates daily, weather conditions permitting. Transportation to tour start is included. Tour length: 3.5 hours. |
Oahu - Moonlight and Magic ComboEnjoy two amazing activities for one price. First, board the Polynesian Ali`i Kai Catamaran for a gorgeous sunset cruise along Waikiki's famed coastline with a delicious buffet dinner and an exciting Polynesian show. When the cruise ends, the fun continues as the festivities move to the Magic of Polynesia Showroom where you will see bewildering illusions, accompanied by Hawaiian and Polynesian dance and chant. (The illusionist performer may vary.) Operates daily. Tour length: 5 hours. |
Maui - West Maui Moloki Helicopter FlightThis flight covers the West Maui Mountains, then crosses the Pailolo Channel to explore the magnificent sea cliffs and waterfalls of Molokai’s rugged north shore. Tour times vary based on availability. Operates daily, weather conditions permitting. Transportation to tour start is included. Tour length: 4 hours. |
Kona - Atlantis Submarine TourClimb aboard an Atlantis submarine and immerse yourself In Kona’s crystal clear waters teeming with marine life. As featured in National Geographic specials, the submarine descends 120 feet below sea level to explore 25 acres of coral reef gardens inhabited by hundreds of species of tropical fish, corals and other sea life. With a spacious air-conditioned interior, large view-ports and comfortable seating, you’ll be treated to a diver’s-eye-view of Hawaii's sea life. Actual time underwater is 35 minutes. Transportation to the tour start is included. Operates daily, weather conditions permitting; times vary. Tour length: 2 hours. |
Maui - Hana Adventure TourThe lush tropical beauty and constantly changing vistas of the Hana Coast are rightfully world famous and best experienced with one of our knowledgeable driver guides, allowing you to focus on the breathtaking scenery. See Paia Town, Oheo Stream (Seven Pools), and Hana ranch lands. Bring a swimsuit and towel as you may swim, time and weather permitting. No-host lunch. Operates daily. Transportation to tour start is included. (Tour traverses on rough roads and is not recommended for pregnant women and those with back problems.) Operates daily, weather conditions permitting. Tour length: 11 hours. |
Kona - Body Glove Sunset Cocktail Cruise from Kailua KonaJoin us for this fun cocktail cruise and enjoy the sights of the beautiful Kona coast. Look out for Humpback Whales (in season), Spinner Dolphins, and other marine life while you listen to live music and watch the tropical sunset. Snack on heavy pupus like smoked turkey and basil wraps, lava soaked chicken wings, teriyaki glazed meatballs, assorted hand rolled sushi and plenty of tropical fruit. Transportation to the tour start is included. Operates daily, weather conditions permitting. Tour length: 3 hours. |
Maui - Ulalena Premium Seating“Ulalena” is the ancient Hawaiian name for the wind peculiar to Maui that rises at twilight. Blowing between daylight and night, it is portrayed as hopeful and cleansing. Also the name of the newest stage production to come from Hawaii in decades, “'Ulalena” reveals the mythic creation of the islands and rolls through successive waves of voyagers who have found their way to these shores. The critically acclaimed show weaves theater, acrobatic feats, modern dance, rich costumes, lighting and stage design into a filigree of fantastic images drawn from Hawaiian legend and history, pulling the viewer into the imagination of the ancient Hawaiian storytellers. Closed Sun, Mon and Thu. Transportation not included. Show length: 1. 5 hours. |
Kona - Kona Historical TourTake a very special journey back in time as your turn the pages of Hawaiian history and learn its astounding legends. Discover the serene beauty of Kona that once served as a retreat for the Hawaiian royal family. Then visit The Original Hawaiian Chocolate Factory and learn how its Hawaiian grown cocoa beans are grown, hand-picked and processed. Travel on to Puuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park (City of Refuge). Step back in time to learn how this pristine place served as a sanctuary of Hawaii’s where past law-breakers sought refuge from punishment and death. Then enjoy St. Benedict’s Painted Church with its unique artwork done by Father Velghe. Operates Wednesdays, weather-permitting. (Minimum: 12 passengers) Tour length: 3.5 hours. |
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Honolulu

VIP Door-to-Door Transfer to
your local airport for your flight to
Honolulu. In the traditional Aloha
spirit, you’ll be greeted at the airport
with a fragrant lei and your
complimentary transfer will take
you to your tour hotel in the heart
of Waikiki. Meet your Tour Director
who will answer any questions
and spend the rest of the afternoon
as you like: maybe dive into the
warm Pacific, shop at The International
Market Place in Waikiki or
just relax into Hawaiian Time. At 6
p.m., gather at the hotel with your
Tour Director and fellow travelers
for a Welcome Reception.
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort
Welcome Reception Included
Day 2 Honolulu (Oahu Excursion Included)

Traverse the island today on
a grand tour of Oahu. See
panoramic views of the deep blue
waters from rugged cliffs, marvel
at idyllic golden beaches and look
out on the famous break at the
North Shore. On your journey
through this tropical splendor, pass verdant pineapple plantations,
swaying palm trees and lushly
forested hills. Back in vibrant
Waikiki, enjoy the afternoon and
evening at leisure.
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort
Full Breakfast Included
Day 3 Honolulu Free Day

Enjoy a full day today to explore
on your own. Spend some
time lazing in the sun on Waikiki
Beach; spot sea turtles, colorful
coral and dazzling tropical fish
while snorkeling at Hanauma Bay
Nature Preserve. This evening,
join your Tour Director and travel
companions for a Highlight Dinner
at a local restaurant.
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort
Full Breakfast and Highlight Dinner Included
Day 4 Honolulu (Pearl Harbor Excursion Included)

Begin your day with a guided visit to Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona
Memorial, a moving tribute
to the military personnel who lost
their lives in the 1941 attack that
launched the U.S. into World War
II.
Travel on
to Punchbowl
Crater and
the National Memorial
Cemetery of the Pacific. Return
to Honolulu to see the splendid
Iolani Palace, the iconic King
Kamehameha I statue and the
current state capitol building. The
crafting of exquisite coral jewelry
has always been a backbone of
the islands’ economy; visit a coral
workshop to see how expert artisans
transform a treasure of the sea
into a priceless memento. Spend
the rest of the afternoon at leisure.
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort
Full Breakfast Included
Day 5 Oahu - Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - Kona

Your morning begins with a short,
scenic flight to the Big Island of
Hawaii. Travel from Hilo to the
exquisite western coast, passing
through forest preserves before arriving
at Volcanoes National Park, Museum. Then take a short walk
to get inside an ancient cave-like
lava tube. After a Highlight Lunch,
learn how the rich volcanic soil
around Kona produces some of the
world’s best coffee. Savor a tasting
when you visit a local coffee farm
and mill to learn how Kona coffee
is grown, harvested and processed.
Reach the golden Kona coast and
your stunning oceanfront resort.
Royal Kona Resort
Full Breakfast, Highlight Lunch and Dinner Included
Day 6 Kona Free Day

Wake to the sound of the sea and
explore one of the most beautiful
areas in the world on your
own today. Options abound:
Tour a native Hawaiian temple,
don a snorkel and mask to commune
with Hawaii’s colorful and varied marine life, look for green
sea turtles at Kaloko-Honokohau
National Historical Park, descend
into the depths on a submarine or
just relax and enjoy your oceanfront
resort. This evening, as the
sky grows red in the west, why not
take an optional cruise to relish
one of Kona’s magnificent sunsets?
Royal Kona Resort
Full Breakfast Included
Day 7 Kona - Maui

Fly to Maui,
the Magic
Isle, home to
endless whitesand
beaches,
crystal-clear
waters and
luxuriant
tropical foliage.
Travel along
country roads
to visit a local farm and learn
about sustainable agriculture
on the islands. Then toast your
host with a glass of wine and
indulge in a special Highlight
Lunch featuring the finest local
ingredients. Formerly a royal
retreat, spectacular Kaanapali
Beach is often ranked as one of
America’s finest beaches. Check
into your beachfront resort and
relax for the evening.
Royal Lahaina Resort
Full Breakfast and Highlight Lunch Included
Day 8 & 9 Maui

Savor two full days in paradise
as you chart your own course
through Maui’s wonderlands.
The possibilities are endless.
Spend some time walking along
the long white-sand beaches
or relaxing by the pool. Take
an afternoon to explore the
old whaling village of Lahaina
with its trendy art galleries and
welcoming cafes. Play 18 holes
at a championship golf course
overlooking the sea. Rise early and
ascend to the summit of Mount
Haleakala to see the sunrise. Or
make the scenic journey to the
remote town of Hana on Maui’s
rugged eastern coast. Maybe get
a bird’s-eye view of Maui on a
helicopter flightseeing excursion.
During your stay, meet with a
naturalist and learn about the
exotic flora and fauna of the
islands. On one evening, join
your traveling companions for
a festive Farewell Luau Dinner,
featuring a sumptuous buffet,
tropical cocktails and the songs
and dances of old Hawaii and the
South Pacific. Relish the scene as
the rising moon transforms the
seas into liquid silver, and marvel
as the stars begin to brighten the
great night sky.
Royal Lahaina Resort
Full Breakfast and 1 Farewell Dinner Included
Day 10 Depart Maui

A hui hou… until we meet again.
As your vacation ends with a complimentary transfer to
Kahului Airport, begin planning
your next visit!
photo credits:
image for Day 3 - Hawaii Tourist Authority (HTA) Sri Maiciva Rusclen
image for Day 7 - Hawaii Tourist Authority (HTA) Joe Soleri
Dates & Prices
of $300 per couple when you book by
June 15, 2012.
| Depart Return |
Land Only Price | Price includes savings of: | Request a Quote or Book Now |
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Fri 05/25/12 |
$2,725 | $150 |
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Fri 06/01/12 |
$2,725 | $150 |
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Fri 06/15/12 |
$2,725 | $150 |
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Fri 06/22/12 |
$2,726 | $150 |
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Fri 06/29/12 |
$2,725 | $150 | |
Fri 07/06/12 |
$2,725 | $150 | |
Fri 07/13/12 |
$2,726 | $150 | |
Fri 07/20/12 |
$2,725 | $150 | |
Fri 07/27/12 |
$2,725 | $150 | |
Fri 08/03/12 |
$2,725 | $150 | |
Fri 08/17/12 |
$2,725 | $150 | |
Fri 08/24/12 |
$2,725 | $150 | |
Fri 08/31/12 |
$2,725 | $150 | |
Fri 09/07/12 |
$2,725 | $150 | |
Fri 09/14/12 |
$2,725 | $150 | |
Fri 09/21/12 |
$2,725 | $150 | |
Fri 09/28/12 |
$2,725 | $150 | |
Fri 10/05/12 |
$2,725 | $150 | |
Fri 10/12/12 |
$2,725 | $150 | |
Fri 10/19/12 |
$2,725 | $150 | |
Fri 10/26/12 |
$2,725 | $150 | |
Fri 11/02/12 |
$2,725 | $150 | |
Fri 11/09/12 |
$2,725 | $150 | |
Fri 11/16/12 |
$2,725 | $150 | |
Fri 11/30/12 |
$2,725 | $150 | |
Fri 12/07/12 |
$2,725 | $150 | |
Fri 12/14/12 |
$2,725 | $150 |
Departure Details
Departures are available May 2012 through March 2013.
Seat Sale Discounts, if applicable, will be highlighted above. Some restrictions may apply please call for details.
Pricing Details
The prices above are for the land only portion of the tour and include the Early Booking Discount of $150 per person. In order to qualify for the discount you must book and deposit by June 15, 2012.
Tour price is per person and is based on two people sharing a twin bedded room. Single rooms are available at a supplement.
Single Room Supplement: from $1,065
This tour offers 3 categories of hotels: Included, First Class, and Premier.
Included............included in your tour price
First Class........upgrade for $175 per person, from $1,250 for single
Premier.............upgrade for $549 per person, from $1,600 for single
At times we offer discounted departures where the price has been discounted to reflect savings. Discounted rates are valid for new bookings only and are not combinable with any other offers.
Baggage Fees: Hawaiian Airlines charges a baggage handling fee of $17 for the first checked suitcase per flight (subject to change per the airline). This fee is not included in the tour price. Once you have joined the tour your Tour Director will collect these fees and can assist you with any questions.
Please Note: All inter-tour air related charges in economy class for Honolulu - Hilo and Kona - Kahului are included in the Land Only price shown based on accurate airfare as of April 6, 2012. At the time you purchase your tour the inter-tour air prices may be higher.
Please Note: This tour is operated by our sister company.
Accomodations
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Your Choice of Hotels
Your Choice of Hotels On this tour you have your choice of three hotel categories: Included in the tour price is First Class Hotel with Partial Ocean Views in Kona and Maui and Standard Room in Oahu. On this tour you have your choice of three hotel categories: Included in the tour price is First Class Hotel with Partial Ocean Views in Kona and Maui and Standard Room in Oahu. |
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| 1-4 | Honolulu | Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort (Standard Room - Run of House) - Included Hotel | |||||||||||||||||||||
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort (Standard Room - Run of House) - Included Hotel
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort (Standard Room - Run of House) - Included Hotel *This is a first class hotel with Run of House Rooms. Hotel Amenities
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| 1-4 | Honolulu | Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort (POV) - Upgrade to Partial Ocean View Room | |||||||||||||||||||||
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort (POV) - Upgrade to Partial Ocean View Room
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort (POV) - Upgrade to Partial Ocean View Room *This is an upgrade from the included Standard (Run-of-House) Room to the Partial Ocean View Room. Hotel Amenities
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| 1-4 | Honolulu | Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort - Upgrade to Premier Hotel | |||||||||||||||||||||
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort - Upgrade to Premier Hotel
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort - Upgrade to Premier Hotel *This is a Premier Class Hotel with Partial Ocean View Rooms. Hotel Amenities
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| 5,6 | Kailua-Kona | Royal Kona Resort (POV) - Included Hotel | |||||||||||||||||||||
Royal Kona Resort (POV) - Included Hotel
Royal Kona Resort (POV) - Included Hotel *This is a first class hotel with Partial Ocean View Rooms. Hotel Amenities
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| 5,6 | Kailua-Kona | Royal Kona Resort (OV) - Upgrade to Ocean View Room | |||||||||||||||||||||
Royal Kona Resort (OV) - Upgrade to Ocean View Room
Royal Kona Resort (OV) - Upgrade to Ocean View Room *This is an upgrade from the included Partial View Room to an Ocean View Room. Hotel Amenities
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| 5,6 | Kailua-Kona | Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort - Upgrade to Premier Hotel | |||||||||||||||||||||
Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort - Upgrade to Premier Hotel
Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort - Upgrade to Premier Hotel *This is a Premier Class Hotel with Ocean View Rooms. Hotel Amenities
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| 7-9 | Lahaina | Royal Lahaina Resort (POV) - Included Hotel | |||||||||||||||||||||
Royal Lahaina Resort (POV) - Included Hotel
Royal Lahaina Resort (POV) - Included Hotel *This is a first class hotel with Partial Ocean View Rooms. Hotel Amenities
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| 7-9 | Lahaina | Royal Lahaina Resort (OV) - Upgrade to Ocean View Room | |||||||||||||||||||||
Royal Lahaina Resort (OV) - Upgrade to Ocean View Room
Royal Lahaina Resort (OV) - Upgrade to Ocean View Room *This is an upgrade from the included Partial View Room to an Ocean View Room. Hotel Amenities
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| 7-9 | Lahaina, Maui | Westin Maui Resort & Spa - Upgrade to Premier Hotel | |||||||||||||||||||||
Westin Maui Resort & Spa - Upgrade to Premier Hotel
Westin Maui Resort & Spa - Upgrade to Premier Hotel *This is a Premier Class Hotel. In-Room Amenities
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Terms and Conditions
After selecting your tour and departure date, simply call 1-800-552-5545 and a Travel Specialist will take your reservation over the phone. You can pay your $350.00 deposit by credit card, or alternately you can mail a check made payable to Grand European Tours to the following address: GRAND EUROPEAN TOURS 6000 Meadows Road, Suite 520 Lake Oswego, OR 97035 USA. Please make your reservations as early as possible since many of our tours are completely filled 4 to 6 months before departure.
Upon receiving the $350.00 deposit per person, you will be sent a confirmation. VISA, MASTERCARD, American Express and DISCOVER CARD may be used for this deposit amount, however, final payment is preferred by check or money order and is due in our Oregon office 60 days prior to the departure date. If reservations are made less than 60 days prior to departure, payment in full is required at the time of booking. If final payments are not received on time, Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. may cancel the reservation and invoke the cancellation fee. For Highlights of South Africa tour and all River Cruises final payment is due 90 days prior to departure.
Land prices printed in this catalog are per person based on double occupancy. The Operator reserves the right to adjust prices due to fluctuations in foreign exchange rates, imposed fuel surcharges, taxes, charges and levies imposed by any third party including government and its agencies. Should these change the price of your tour by more than 10% you may cancel without penalty within 7 days after we notify you of the increase.
If a cancellation in writing is received by Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. 30 days or less after your reservation has been made, your $350.00 deposit will be FULLY REFUNDED. *See Air Reservations section for specific change fee information for air reservations. For cancellations or changes thereafter but more than 61 days prior to departure there will be a $350.00 per person fee assessed. If you must withdraw or make a change 60 days or less prior to departure (90 days or less for River Cruises and Highlights of South Africa), the following fees will apply:
| Number of Days Prior to Departure | Cancellation/Change Land Tours – Per Person |
| 31 - 60 Days | 25% of tour cost |
| 15 - 30 Days | 50% of tour cost |
| Less than 15 Days | 100% of tour cost |
| Number of Days Prior to Departure | Cancellation/Change River Cruises – Per Person |
| 89 – 60 Days | 35% of the cost |
| 59 – 30 Days | 50% of the cost |
| 100% of the cost |
Air Add-On prices listed in this catalog were effective on April 6, 2012 and their availability is limited. At the time you purchase your tour, air prices may be higher. Air Add-On prices shown include September 11th Security fee, government fees, taxes and airline fuel surcharges based on destination and routing. The total price at time of purchase may vary slightly due to fluctuations in currency exchange. For the most competitive and up to date pricing from your departure city call our toll free number at 1-800-552-5545. Quoted air reservation prices are inclusive of all taxes and fees and are subject to change before payment is made in full. Air transportation is in economy class by scheduled airlines. Business class is available upon request. Some tours are not available from all of the airports. Requests for specific airlines, non-stop or direct flights and/or seat assignments are accepted as preferences only and cannot be guaranteed. Frequent flyer programs are under the control of the respective airlines. Your airline tickets will be electronically issued in lieu of paper tickets. Please note that your airline tickets and other tour documentation must bear your FULL name as it appears on your passport. Please note that airline reservations can only be made for dates less than 331 days out.
The following charges apply for cancellations or changes to airline arrangements made by Grand European Tours: • Prior to Airline Ticketing: service fee of $50 per person • After Airline Ticketing: service fee of $75 per person plus any airline imposed penalties which may be up to 100% of the airline ticket value.
The Department of Transportation requires us to inform you of the following conditions. The package price is subject to change as a result of increases in fuel surcharges and/or government taxes until it has been paid in full. You must consent to the possibility that, until you pay for your package in full, your price could go up. Once you have paid in full we would only pass along increases in government taxes if applicable at that time. You have 7 days from receipt of the first invoice to revoke your consent and request a refund, at which time we would cancel your booking.
A valid U.S passport is required for traveling outside of the U.S.; including to Canada & Mexico. Passport application forms may be obtained from your local post office. All passports must contain at least 3 blank visa pages and must be valid for 6 months after the completion of your tour. Entry visa application forms will be sent prior to your departure for U.S. passport holders visiting the following countries: Russia ($218*), China ($193*), Brazil ($220*) and Vietnam & Cambodia ($283*). An entry fee is required upon arrival at the airport in Egypt ($15*), Turkey ($20*) and Zimbabwe ($30*), these countries prefer payment in U.S. dollars rather than local currency. A per person Departure Tax is required at Costa Rica ($26*) and Peru ($31*) paid at the airport. A onetime Reciprocity Tax is required upon entry at the airport in Buenos Aires, Argentina ($140*) and Santiago, Chile ($131*); the fee can be paid in local currency, US Dollars, credit card or traveler check; the tax is valid for multiple entries for 10 years or until your passport expires. Australia requires an electronic visa ($0*) which is obtained at the time of airline ticket purchase. *All visa costs and entry/exit requirements can change at any time. Please visit travel.state.gov for current information. Individuals who do not hold a U.S. passport should contact CIBT/ZVS at 1-866-788-1100 to see if visas are required.
Approximately 15 days prior to the departure date you will receive a travel information package that will include your airline itinerary, travel tips, hotel list, baggage tag, travel wallet, etc. Visas, when required, will be distributed as soon as they are issued by the countries involved. Please note that your airline tickets and other tour documentation must bear your FULL name as it appears on your passport.
These tours require a blend of adventuresome spirit, physical fitness, walking ability, mental alertness, and a capacity for accepting situations as they exist and not, necessarily, as we would find them in America. If you have health concerns, we suggest that you contact your physician to help determine the suitability of one of these tours for you. We regret that we are unable to accept requests for special diets or itinerary variations. Disabled travelers requiring special attention or treatment on any tour must be reported when reservations are made. A companion who is able to provide the required assistance must accompany any person who is unable to travel independently or who needs any type of assistance.
Due to limited motorcoach storage capacity, each tour member is permitted one large suitcase not to exceed 50 pounds in weight nor 30”x22”x10” in dimension on European tours. Handling of this bag by hotel porters is included in the tour price. In addition, each person is allowed one small piece of carry-on size luggage that does not exceed the dimensions of 12”x11”x6” and is the complete responsibility of the tour member and must be taken on the motorcoach with you. Carryons with telescopic handles and wheels will not fit in the overhead compartments and therefore cannot be accepted as carry-on luggage for safety reasons. Please note, North America, Mexico and Egypt tours have smaller baggage dimensions which are noted in your pre-tour documentation. Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. does not assume any responsibility for loss or damage to baggage or passengers’ belongings. Please note: It is your responsibility to verify the baggage weight restrictions for the individual airlines that you will be traveling on as in some instances baggage is restricted. Airline baggage charges collected at check-in are not included and are at passengers own expense.
The VIP Door-to-Door Transfer service is available for all customers departing from the 41 airports highlighted on page 12 and living within a 25 mile radius from point of departure to your chosen airport. It is an outbound service only. Maximum passengers in one car can not exceed four. For bookings with more than four people, further vehicles may be necessary and further supplementary charges will apply. For any journeys greater than 25 miles a supplementary cost for additional mileage will apply and will be advised within 48 hours of booking if necessary. Mileage is based on journey information from www.mapquest. com. Should you not use the VIP Door-to-Door Transfer we will deduct $50 per person from your tour price (this must be advised at time of booking). Cancellation of service or changes must be made 72 hours before scheduled pick-up.
If you wish to depart early or extend your stay in Europe, flight and hotel arrangements can be made by contacting our Oregon office. Airport transfers are not included but may be purchased through GET. On most tours you can reserve up to 3 additional nights at the hotel where your tour starts and ends, however space may be limited and is subject to availability. Please call for our low cost rates and availability. Luggage handling and breakfast is not included on North American tour extensions.
If you wish to make independent flight arrangements, you may still reserve the land portion of a tour. Hotel-airport transfers are subject to availability and flight details must be provided in writing at least 45 days prior to departure. See tour page for specific transfer times.
Complimentary airport arrival and departure transfers are included in the tour price when you purchase our land/air package and operate at Terms and Conditions 91 xed times on the rst and last day of your tour. See the individual tour pages for details. For those making their own ight arrangements or extending at GET hotels, transfers can be purchased; please call for details. London Heathrow Airport Arrivals: For tours commencing in London, we have included a free group shuttle to/from LHR for clients that have booked our combined land/air packages. For clients that have made their own ight arrangements GET has negotiated special rates for shuttle transfers from LHR to your London hotel (which must be booked through GET) at a price of $40 per person per single trip to/from LHR. London Gatwick Airport Arrivals: Clients arriving at LGW who have booked our combined land/air packages are provided with a Gatwick Express train voucher to Victoria Station, and will need to make their own way from Victoria Station to the tour hotel. For clients that have made their own ight arrangements we suggest you visit www.gatwickexpress. com for transfer information.
Please note that we do not permit smoking on our motorcoaches, however, frequent stops are made while touring.
Ground arrangements are provided by Grand European Operations Ltd., a separate company, and include inter-city travel by private motorcoach with air-conditioning and an emergency restroom*, ferry, train, and ship as per the itinerary. Activities on days indicated in the itinerary as being “at leisure or optional” are le to your discretion. *Some exceptions apply.
During local or national holidays some museums, restaurants or sightseeing may be limited or not available. Alternatives will be offered wherever possible. At times, some itineraries may be operated in reverse; you will be advised at the time of booking. Nile River Cruises: due to the unreliability of domestic air scheduling, religious festivals and other unforeseen circumstances, the order of some itineraries may need to change at short notice; on occasion an alternative cruise boat of equal standing may be used.
The hotels reserved for our tours are rated as European Standard First Class. All hotel rooms provide a private bath (and/or shower) and toilet. ese hotels are clean, comfortable and located so as to best facilitate guided sightseeing of the area. Hotels reserved for each tour are indicated in the Day-By-Day Itinerary. If, for any reason, it becomes necessary to use other hotels, they will be of a similar standard, where possible. We only contract non-smoking rooms. All accommodations, meals and services have been designated as rst class in Russia, Eastern Europe and provincial areas though some tourism facilities are less developed than what might normally be expected in this category. Tours in North and South America use Standard First Class hotels.
A limited number of single rooms are available at the supplement shown for each tour. While single rooms provide privacy, they are o en smaller than twin-bedded rooms. We do o er the option to join our non-smoking Room Share Program (see page 13 for details). e Room Share Program is not available on tours/cruises to Greece, Egypt, Mexico, Hawaii, Costa Rica, Peru, South America, South Africa, China, Select London & Paris, Select London, Paris & Rome, all European River Cruises and all pre or post tour extensions.
Triple room accommodations are available on a limited basis at a reduced price. Triple rooms usually consist of a twin-bedded room with an additional folding bed or cot for the third person. ey may not be comfortable for three adults. Triple rooms are not available on cruises.
WR=Welcome Reception. Breakfasts are served as: B=Breakfast, BB=Bu et Breakfast, CB=Continental Breakfast, SB=Scandinavian Bu et Breakfast, FB=Full Breakfast. Lunches (L) and three-course table d’hote (set menu) dinners (D), (FD) farewell dinners and (BD) bu et dinners are shown in the itinerary for each tour and are generally catered by the hotel in which you are residing. (HD)Highlight Dinner and (HL) Highlight Lunch will be catered at a local restaurant or special venue. (DA) Dine- Around dinners are catered at a selection of restaurants pre-selected by Grand European Tours. Please note in cases of early morning departures, FB may not be available. We are unable to accept requests for special menus to meet dietary or religious requirements.
Beverages and meals not detailed in the itinerary. Personal expenses including passport and visa fees, alcoholic beverages, optional sightseeing tours, laundry, phone calls, traditional end of the tour gratuity to your Tour Director and Motorcoach Driver, tips to local city guides, crew tips and all other items of a personal nature, airport tax, service & security charges and port taxes. (Subject to change.) Travel Insurance is also not included but is highly recommended.
Please read the Terms and Conditions carefully, as your deposit and payment for a trip constitutes consent to all conditions and general information contained in this brochure.
These trips are arranged by Grand European Operations Ltd. (“Operator”) in conjunction with Grand European Tours (2003) Inc. It has made the travel arrangements as agent for the transportation carriers and other suppliers of services connected with the tour (“suppliers”) all of which are independent contractors. The Operator in no way owns or operates the vehicles or facilities to be used during the trip, and does not guarantee or assume responsibility for the acts and/or omissions of suppliers, their employees, agents, etc. Transportation companies, airlines etc. are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board planes, transportation or conveyances. We rely on international convention which may apply to the services provided by us, our suppliers or agents with respect to any claim of any nature brought by you against us as a result of the provision of those services. International conventions which apply may include: Warsaw Convention 1929, (as amended by Hague Protocol and Montreal Protocol) in relation to air travel, or Montreal Convention; the Berne Convention for rail travel; Athens Convention 1974 for carriage by sea; the Geneva Convention for carriage by road and the Paris Convention 1962 for Hotels. We are to be regarded as having all bene t of these conventions on limiting our liability in relation to any claim for death, injury, loss, damage and delay to passengers and luggage. Enrollment in and payment for a tour shall constitute agreement and acceptance by the passenger of the terms and conditions set forth in this brochure which cannot be varied except in writing by an officer of the Company.
All bookings are accepted subject to the conditions imposed by suppliers and Operator, including airline, cruise line, rail, coach, hotel, restaurants, insurance and other companies, firms or persons concerned with the trip, and the Operator will make no refund in the event of their delay, cancellation, overbooking, strike, force majeure or for elements of the package not used by customer. If there is a difference between the Operator’s Conditions and those published by a supplier, the conditions of supplier shall apply. e Operator reserves the right to cancel a trip or change the itinerary whenever in its sole judgment conditions warrant, or if the Operator deems it necessary for your comfort, convenience or safety. Trips outside the USA require a valid passport. You are responsible for, and release the Operator from, passport, visa, vaccination requirements, and safety conditions in travel destinations. e Operator strongly recommends you purchase appropriate cancellation/medical/baggage insurance for the trip, which is available from the Operator. For medical information, call the Center for Disease Control at 800- 232-4636 or visit www.cdc.gov/travel, and for U.S. State Department travel advisories, call 202-647- 5225. e Operator reserves the right to decline to accept any person as a member of the tour, or to require any participant to withdraw from the trip at any time who presents a significant risk to the health or safety of himself or others which can not be eliminated or reduced to an acceptable level by the Operator’s reasonable accommodation. e Operator reserves the right to correct an error in the advertised price prior to your departure. Prices in this brochure are accurate at the time of printing and are subject to change without notice due to changes in market factors including but not limited to foreign currency and supplier cost fluctuations. Prices set forth in future brochures shall supersede the prices in this brochure. Airfare quotes, and Air Add-ons in this brochure are subject to airline capacity limitations and higher airfares may apply depending on seat availability at the time of reservation. A contract is made when your reservation and payment are accepted by the Operator at its office, and any dispute shall be governed by Oregon law and subject to the jurisdiction of Portland, Oregon. In calculating the cost of your trip, Operator has relied on your consent to these terms and in the absence of this release, the trip cost would have been higher. Operator reserves the right to substitute hotels of similar quality at any time or to make changes in itinerary of similar quality. Operator will not be responsible to any person for expense, loss of time, money or other circumstance resulting from a change in itinerary or change of tour arrangements. Operator also reserves the right to cancel a tour prior to departure, and in such cases all payments made to date will be refunded and shall constitute full settlement. If you purchase an airline ticket separately, ensure that your travel agent explains the conditions under which the ticket is issued, as the Operator assumes no responsibility for such airline ticket cancellation fees. Please understand that not all museums and attractions are open every day of the year. Operator reserves the right to vary the sequence of sightseeing and/ or to re-route the order of cities if that will enable you to visit all listed excursions. In either case, the itinerary content will be maintained to the extent possible and there are no refunds for any unused or unavailable excursions. Promotional offers subject to change. is brochure supersedes any other current brochure on the market.
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