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Plan a week in Hawaii — beaches, hiking, and local food
Welcome to paradise! We're starting on Oahu for that perfect mix of city energy and iconic beaches before heading to the valley isle.
6days
12stops
DAY01
Waikiki Beach → Diamond Head State Monument
Overnight in Diamond Head State Monument
- 14:00Waikiki Beach· start
- 16:30Diamond Head State Monument· overnight
Island Eats
- Marukame Udon · Cheap, fast, and legendary. The line moves quick, trust me.
- Duke's Waikiki · Classic beachfront spot. You have to try the Hula Pie.
Day 1 Budget
- Hotel
- $350
- Food
- $80
DAY02
Laniakea Beach → Banzai Pipeline
Overnight in Banzai Pipeline
- 10:00Laniakea Beach· start
- 13:00Banzai Pipeline· overnight
North Shore Grub
- Giovanni's Shrimp Truck · The garlic shrimp is a game-changer. Bring wet wipes!
- Matsumoto Shave Ice · Get it with the condensed milk and azuki beans.
Daily Spend
- Rental Car
- $90
- Food
- $60
DAY03
Pearl Harbor → ✈️ Fly to Maui
Overnight in ✈️ Fly to Maui
- 08:00Pearl Harbor· start
- 15:00✈️ Fly to Maui· overnight
Quick Bites
- Helena's Hawaiian Food · Authentic Kalua Pig. This is the real deal.
Travel Costs
- Flight to Maui
- $120
DAY04
Twin Falls → Wai'anapanapa
Overnight in Wai'anapanapa
- 09:00Twin Falls· start
- 14:00Wai'anapanapa· overnight
Roadside Snacks
- Aunty Sandy's Banana Bread · Warm, fresh, and totally worth the detour to Keanae.
Hana Budget
- Gas
- $50
- Park Entry
- $15
DAY05
Pipiwai Trail → Haleakala Summit
Overnight in Haleakala Summit
- 09:00Pipiwai Trail· start
- 17:00Haleakala Summit· overnight
Upcountry Eats
- Kula Lodge · Wood-fired pizza with a view of the whole island.
Daily Budget
- Park Fee
- $30
DAY06
Maalaea Harbor → Ka'anapali Beach
- 07:30Maalaea Harbor· start
- 14:00Ka'anapali Beach
Lahaina Area
- Star Noodle · Asian fusion with killer views. Book weeks in advance.
- Leoda's Kitchen · The banana cream pie is life-changing. Seriously.
Activity Budget
- Snorkel Tour
- $150