Immerse yourself in the natural splendor of Hawai’i as you explore four islands, venturing to emerald jungles and volcanic peaks and experiencing the islands’ history and cultural heritage firsthand.
Discovering Hawai’i: A Tailor-Made Journey to Four Islands
A Self Drive Journey
12 days from $5,400
Immerse yourself in the natural splendor of Hawai’i as you explore four islands, venturing to emerald jungles and volcanic peaks and experiencing the islands’ history and cultural heritage firsthand.
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Park Shore Waikiki
Honolulu, Waikiki, Hawaii,, United States
This well-appointed hotel has a great location at the eastern end of Waikiki, opposite Kapiolani Park. All rooms come with a private lanai (balcony) and good amenities including free WiFi, a mini-refrigerator, and LCD TV with movie library access. The Ocean View rooms offer spectacular views of the Pacific and majestic Diamond Head.Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
Honolulu, Waikiki, Hawaii, United States
An oasis of tranquility just steps from the beach in the heart of Waikiki, the Alohilani Resort offers spacious rooms with balconies, an award-winning design, and two restaurants conceived by acclaimed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto. Features include an open-air lobby, a 280,000 gallon Oceanarium, a saltwater infinity pool, and a destination pool deck with private cabanas. Situated on land once occupied by Queen Lili’uokalani the hotel is named after one of her beachside cottages, meaning “heavenly brightness” or “royal light,” and is committed to reforestation and returning indigenous trees to the Hawaiian Islands.
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Kuai, Hawaii, United States
On the eastern coast of Kauai, this relaxed 10-acre beachfront resort features private balconies in all rooms, open-air dining, a spa, an infinity pool and whirlpool surrounded by an oceanfront bar, lounge chairs and fire pits, and direct access to Coconut Beach. The property is set amid a century-old coconut grove and enjoys unparalleled views of the mountains and coastline, as well as easy access to Kapaa attractions like the Wailua Falls.
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Waikoloa Beach, Hawaii, United States
The Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa is a beachfront haven set on Anaeho'omalu Bay on the west coast of Hawaii’s Big Island. With two championship golf courses, three sparkling pools, a waterslide, and white-sand beaches, the resort provides plenty of places to enjoy the outdoors. Other amenities include two restaurants, luau-style evenings twice a week, and a fitness center and spa. Rooms are spacious and well-appointed and offer balconies with seating areas and lovely views.
Royal Lahaina Hotel
Maui, Hawaii, United States
Set amid palm trees on the golden sands of Ka'anapali Beach, the Royal Lahaina Resort has a distinctly Hawaiian feel. Whether you stay in the beachfront Lahaina Kai Tower or opt for a beach cottage, suites are appointed with teak furniture and locally inspired art and textiles, as well as modern amenities. The main restaurant offers nightly entertainment and gourmet cuisine, a beach bar serves up tropical drinks and light fare at poolside, and an al fresco ice cream shop provides tasty snacks all day. The resort features three swimming pools and a spa offering an array of treatments.
When you travel on a tailor-made journey, you will receive a Friends of the Smithsonian Archivist Circle membership*. Benefits include:
- A Smithsonian annual engagement calendar with full-color images of exceptional art and artifacts, mailed in the fall.
- Subscription to Smithsonian, the award-winning magazine of the arts, sciences, and history. Early access to Smithsonian magazine produced events.
- Invitations to four exclusive virtual programs for Friends of the Smithsonian members with Smithsonian experts.
- 10% discount in Smithsonian Museum Stores (good on purchases up to $200); 10% discount with the SmithsonianStore.com, and Folkways Recordings
- Recognition in the Friends of the Smithsonian Honor Roll, displayed electronically on the National Mall in the Membership Reception Center
- Special member rate for tickets to the Smithsonian’s IMAX® theaters and Einstein Planetarium.
- Free admission to the Cooper-Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York City.
- A complimentary copy of the annual Smithsonian museum guidebook.
- Invitation to a special welcome event for new members at a Smithsonian venue.
*Offer only available for first-time Smithsonian members.
WHAT OUR TRAVELERS SAY
- Kristin, K.Can't say enough +++ things about Smithsonian Journeys with Audley Travel. Will book again! -Kristin, K.
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For the convenience of our travelers, Smithsonian Journeys includes a basic medical expense and evacuation plan through Trip Mate, a Generali Global Assistance & Insurance Services brand, at no additional charge. This plan provides post-departure Medical and Dental coverage of $250,000 per person and Emergency Assistance and Transportation coverage of $1,000,000 per person (U.S. Residents Only). Note: For full details regarding these coverages please review the following Plan Documents here.
In addition, we recommend that travelers purchase a travel protection plan to help protect their travel investment from unforeseen events such as cancellation due to illness, flight delays due to adverse weather, baggage loss, and more. For your convenience, Smithsonian Journeys offers an optional Travel Protection Plan administered by Trip Mate, a Generali Global Assistance & Insurance Services brand. For those interested, optional "Cancel for Any Reason" coverage is available for an additional charge. Note: Certain eligibility requirements apply and Cancel for Any Reason coverage is not available to New York residents. For full details regarding this coverage please review the following Plan Documents here.
To learn more about the Travel Protection Plan, you may visit https://www.generalipartner.com/smithsonianjourneys or call the administrator, Trip Mate, a Generali Global Assistance & Insurance Services brand at (866) 501-3252.