Hawaii Islands New Years Singles Cruise
Hawaii Islands New Years Singles Cruise
Hawaii Islands New Years Singles Cruise
8 Days Starting and ending in Honolulu, Oahu
Visiting: Honolulu, Kahului, Hilo, Kailua-Kona, Hawaiian Beaches
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Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
5 - 35
Physical rating:
Medium
Age range:
40-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Kosher
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Tour Overview
Winter can be cold, but not on a Hawaiian Island Singles Cruise with Best Single Travel. Make new friends and create memories as we overnight onboard in both Maui and Kauai and cruise to Oahu and the Big Island of Hawaii. Discover cascading waterfalls, active volcanoes, black, green and white sand beaches, historic sites and unspoiled nature.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Honolulu, Oahu (Saturday: December 26, 2020 / Departure 7:00Pm)
Location: Honolulu
Accommodation: Cruise Ship
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
The big, blue Pacific and stunning Koolau mountains serve as a dramatic setting for Hawaii's largest and capital city, Honolulu, on Oahu’s south shore, The Waikiki neighborhood is its center for nightlife and shopping, famed for its iconic crescent beach backed by palm trees and high-rise hotels, with volcanic Diamond Head looming in the distance. Sites relating to the World War II attack on Pearl Harbor include the USS Arizona Memorial. Catch a glimpse of history by visiting Pearl Harbor and the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific.
Board Norweigian Cruise Line's Pride Of America (2:00pm - 5:00pm)
Day 2 : Kahului, Maui (Sunday: December 27, 2019 / 8:00Am - )
Location: Kahului
Accommodation: Cruise Ship
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Maui, an island in the mid-Pacific is part of the Hawaiian island chain known for beach resorts, diverse geography and outdoor activities ranging from hiking and biking to windsurfing and snorkeling. Sprawling Haleakala National Park encompasses the island’s highest peak, Mt. Haleakala, as well as the pools and waterfalls of Oheo Gulch, accessed via scenic, winding Hana Highway.
Included Shore Excursion - Road to Hana (9 hours) - Take the drive around a beautiful region of the “Magic Isle” of Maui and view some of the most scenic spots found on any of the Hawaiian Islands. As we travel along on our 68-mile trip, our driver will narrate along the way.
There are more than 600 curves in the road to Hana. We’ll weave through the surrounding forest and cross a total of 59 bridges while making our way along the eastern coast of the island. It does take time to navigate the route, so sit back, relax, and enjoy the lush landscape as it passes by your window. Keanae Valley Lookout and Waianapanapa State Park provide grand views of the ocean and surrounding hills. We’ll see Wailua Falls, Puuohokomoa Falls, Waikani Falls, and the Ohea Stream and Pools, fascinating natural elements that add to the serenity of the landscape. We’ll also pass Hookipa Beach, famous for its great windsurfing. Once we reach the town of Hana we’ll have some time to take in all the charm of this sleepy, rural village.
Day 3 : Kahului, Maui (Monday December 28, 2020 / - 6:00Pm)
Location: Kahului
Accommodation: Cruise Ship
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
A surplus of natural splendor and the genuine hospitality of its people have helped to make Maui Hawaii's second most popular island. Explore the fascinating history of the town of Lahaina. Plant yourself on a pristine beach, or play one of the world's most beautiful golf courses.
Included Shore Excursions - Molokini Turtle Snorkel Adventure (6 1/2 hours) or Iao Valley & Maui Tropical Plantation Tram Tour (5 hours)
Visit two of Maui’s most beautiful and popular attractions on the Iao Valley and Tropical Plantation tour. Our cruise excursion begins with a guided drive to Iao Valley State Park. Here, we see a Maui icon, the Iao Needle, a 2,250 foot cinder cone pinnacle that dominates the surrounding lush terrain. Enjoy a walk in the park and take in the impressive views of the valley and beyond. Then visit one of Maui’s most interesting sites: The Maui Tropical Plantation. Take a 35-minute narrated tram tour through fruit fields and flower orchards. View fields of coffee, bananas, macadamia nuts, papayas, mangoes, orchids, and more as the tropical aromas lure you through the plantation. Your guide stops along the way for a coconut husking demonstration and photo opportunities. After the tram tour, walk through beautifully landscaped gardens.
Molokini Turtle Snorkel Adventure ($70 extra) - Disembark our ship for this exceptional cruise excursion where we take a ride on the on a two-stop snorkel cruise! Discover the waters off of Maui as we sail to our first stop in the waters around Molokini, a volcanic cinder cone that has eroded over the years and now is a Marine Life Conservation District Seabird Sanctuary. Just three miles off the shores of Maui, it is a world-class dive location. Look for brightly colored tropical fish and perhaps monk seals, whale sharks, manta rays, and harmless white tip sharks. The second location is along the Makena/Wailea coastline, Keawala’i, where numerous green sea turtles can be spotted. Swim with our local sea life and enjoy a fun day.
Day 4 : Hilo, Hawaii (Tuesday: December 29, 2020 / 8:00Am - 6:00Pm)
Location: Hilo
Accommodation: Cruise Ship
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
The entire city of Hilo is like one giant greenhouse with spectacular tropical flowers at every turn. Visit the town's well-preserved historic buildings, which date back to the turn of the century and showcase Hawaii's unique architecture. Just 30 miles away the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is the home of the active Kilauea Volcano.
Included Shore Excursion - Volcanoes Nat'l Park & Rainbow Falls Tour (6.5 hours) - Visit the most famous attraction in Hawaii, Volcanoes National Park. We will drive through the 11 mile Crater Rim that circles Kilauea’s summit and stop along the way to experience firsthand the wonder and unique beauty of a volcano. View smooth and jagged lava, lava tubes, sulfur banks and bleak desert areas. Then we take a short walk through a rain forest path leading to the famed Thurston Lava Tube, a natural wonder unique to Hawaii. Visit the Thomas A. Jaggar Museum to view videos of volcanic eruptions, geologic displays, and working seismic equipment relating to the adjacent Hawaiian Volcano Observatory. Oval-shaped Kilauea Caldera is 2 to 2.5 miles across and about 400 feet deep in some places. Within this caldera is Halema’uma’u Crater, where you can smell brimstone and hear steam hissing out of fissures in the rock.
After the park we will explore more of Hilo’s surroundings, including Akatsuka Orchid Nursery and Rainbow Falls – a tropical rainforest wonder. Plus, Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Factory and gift shop.
Day 5 : Kona, Hawaii (Wednesday: December 30, 2020 / 7:00Am - 5:30Pm)
Location: Kailua-Kona
Accommodation: Cruise Ship
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Kona offers the quintessential Hawaii experience. Sunny, warm weather and crystal blue waters entice visitors to partake in a variety of surf side fun. Snorkel amongst a kaleidoscope of tropical marine life. Take a surfing lesson, a kayaking trip or head out to deeper waters for some deep-sea fishing.
Choose Included Shore Excursion - Kona Historic Tour or Kona Snorkel Rafting Adventure (4 hours)
Kona Historic Tour - Travel back in time at Puuhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park – an ancient Hawaiian village of refuge for kapu (law) breakers.
Enjoy a beautiful scenic view overlooking Kealakekua Bay – an underwater preserve and a monument to Captain Cook. Visit the Painted Church, a tiny church Belgian priests painted to be a grand cathedral.
Of course, we have to visit the Kona coffee factory.
Kona Snorkel Rafting Adventure ($70 extra) - Get up close and personal with the coastline and marine life of the Big Island with this state of the art and environmentally friendly rafting adventure. Come along as experienced captains and crews lead us to discover the awe-inspiring natural beauty of Hawaii. Enjoy snorkeling in Kealakekua Bay, sea cave and lava tube exploration by raft, and friendly narration of Hawaii’s history and folklore. This is definitely a wet and wild adventure that you won’t want to miss!
Day 6 : Nawiliwili, Kauai (Thursday: December 31, 2020 / 8:00Am - ) New Year's Eve
Location: Hawaiian Beaches
Accommodation: Cruise Ship
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Nawiliwili, Kauai is really the name of the harbor rather than the name of a town, located on the south-east coast of the island of Kauai.. The port lies outside of Lihue, the main town on Kauai. While the port resides in Nawiliwili Bay, so does Kalapaki Beach
Included Shore Excursion - Wailua River Cruise & Luau (7 hours) - Take a leisurely cruise down the Wailua River to the botanical beauty of the Fern Grotto. Here, the “Hawaiian Wedding Song”, a natural match in this lush environment. The overlook at Opaekaa Falls, a 151–foot waterfall that flows over basalt from volcanic eruptions. Enjoy the views of Hawaiian plants, trees, and flowers on this nature cruise of Wailua River.
Then enjoy a one-of-a-kind luau experience for dinner featuring the best of traditional Hawaiian dishes and local favorites as well as entertainment highlighting Polynesian culture. Experience Polynesia through song and dance of different cultures. Watch the torch lighting ceremony, hula dancing, and fire knife dances. Set in an oceanfront location the buffet offers authentic Hawaiian food and local favorites.
Once back onboard we will partake in all the New Year's celebrations the Pride of America has to offer.
Day 7 : Nawiliwili, Kauai (Friday: January 1, 2021 / - 2:00Pm)
Location: Hawaiian Beaches
Accommodation: Cruise Ship
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Named after the Wiliwili trees, which once lined its picturesque harbor, this lovely port of Kauai is your gateway to what many believe to be Hawaii's most beautiful island. On "The Garden Island," nature is truly the star, from the dramatic mountains of Kokee to the cool rain forests of Haena. And the tradition of the luau adds lively entertainment unique to Hawaii.
Included Shore Excursion - Kalapaki Beach (3 hours) - is a great beach for swimming, learning to surf, boogie boarding and stand up paddle boarding. We will walk less than half a mile to Kalapaki Bay which fronts the Kauai Marriott Beach Resort. The beach is partially protected from the open ocean by a large break wall. It is a nice beach for relaxing, sunbathing, picking up a game of beach volleyball or simply watching the outrigger canoes and visiting cruise ships come and go out of Nawiliwili Harbor.
Day 8 : Honolulu, Oahu (Saturday: January 2, 2021 / Disembark At 7:00Am)
Location: Honolulu
Meals Included: Breakfast
At 7am the Pride of America returns to Honolulu, Oahu. Be sure to gather those emails to keep in touch with your new lifelong friends, and don't forget to plan ahead for your next singles vacation or cruise! If you are departing after 5:30pm (domestic flight) take the Honolulu City Tour ($35) with transfer to the airport. View Honolulu’s historic sites such as Iolani Palace, the pride of the Hawaiian Monarchy, the statue of King Kamehameha, Punchbowl National Cemetery and the USS Arizona Memorial. Honolulu’s historic. Then you will be transferred to the Honolulu International Airport.
What's Included
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All Shore Excursions
in all ports
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Accommodation
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Local Taxes
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Meals – Full Board
What's Not Included
Can be purchased from the cruise line
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What is the tipping policy?
Gratuities are not included - $15 a day on the ship plus the local guides
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Low Deposit
Best Single Travel requires a minimum deposit of 400 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of best single travel charges.
Up to 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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