See the very best of Maui on this experiential sightseeing day trip with your informative local guide. Journey to Haleakala National Park on the east side of Maui to explore the raw natural beauty of Haleakala Crater known as the "House of the Sun." Glimpse Maui's stunning landscape from what seems like the top of the world. Stop for lunch on your own along the way. Marvel at the towering Iao Needle and stroll through the verdant Iao Valley.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Tour narration by a professional driver/guide
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ Pick-up and drop-off at specific Maui hotels
✔ Haleakala National Park admission
✖ Lunch
✖ Port pickup and drop-off
✖ Gratuities
Pickup Locations
1. Kaanapali Maui at the Eldorado by Outrigger
2. The Westin Ka'anapali Ocean Resort Villas
3. The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas, Ka'anapali
4. Hotel Wailea
5. Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui
6. Residence Inn Maui Wailea
7. Wailea Grand Champions Villas
8. Makena Surf
9. Days Inn by Wyndham Maui Oceanfront
10. Mana Kai Maui Resort
11. Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort
12. Hale Hui Kai Condominiums
13. Wailea Beach Villas
14. Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
15. Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea
16. Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
17. Kihei Kai Nani
18. The Hale Pau Hana
19. Kihei Akahi
20. Aston At The Maui Banyan
Additional Info: IMPORTANT: Access is restricted to Lahaina on the west side of Maui.
The tour times provided reflect the start and end of the tour, but not your exact pickup and drop off time. Whether or not you've provided your hotel/lodging at the time of booking, you are required to contact the tour provider no less than (2) days prior to your tour date to receive your exact pickup time and location. The tour provider will advise you of the specific area at the hotel/lodging you should wait; for example "at the front entrance." Please be there at least 5 minutes before your pickup time. If your hotel/lodging is not included on our pickup schedule, you'll be advised to meet at nearby location. Please note that we are prohibited by certain properties to pickup non-hotel guests and we do not pick-up at private properties such as AirBnB's and residential areas.
Itinerary
1
Haleakala National Park
Home to the world’s largest dormant volcano; over 30,000 acres. The park is known for its unique volcanic features, its long scenic drive with numerous overlooks, and the rare, endemic wildlife, flora and fauna.
Duration: 1.25 hours
2
Haleakala Crater
Views from what seems like the top of the world!
3
Haleakala Visitor Center
Spectacular views from the rim area at 9,740 ft. elevation.
Duration: 60 minutes
4
Historic Makawao Town
A charming and historic former plantation town and the paniolo or Hawaiian cowboy. Today, the county seat of Maui government. Have lunch on your own at one of the eateries.
Duration: 1.5 hours
5
Wailuku
Former plantation town with remnants of the missionaries and heyday of the sugar cane era.
6
Ka'ahumanu Church
Beautiful church with gothic architecture built by request of Queen Kaahumanu.
7
Iao Valley
A verdant valley formed by erosion with a bubbling stream and the pinnacle, an iconic, pointed ridge covered in verdant vegetation known as the Iao Needle.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please contact the tour provider at minimum of 7 days prior to the tour date for ADA and all special requests.
• Haleakala is known for rapidly changing weather conditions and dense clouds and rain are common. As a result, clear viewing of the sunrise is not guaranteed, and the tour operates rain or shine. Refunds will be granted only when the tour is cancelled for safety reasons.
• The high altitude at the summit area may complicate health conditions and breathing difficulties. Elderly visitors, pregnant women, young children, and those with respiratory or heart conditions should consult their doctor prior to touring. Walk slowly and drink water to avoid dehydration. If you have gone scuba diving, you should wait at least 72 hours before going on this tour.
