About Polynesian Adventure Tours – Oahu to Maui – Best of Maui: Sips, Sites & Bites
Fly north across cobalt waters and touch down on Maui, where the road climbs through mist-kissed ranchlands toward Haleakala National Park. Along the rim of the dormant volcano, look for endangered nēnē geese and the shimmering Silversword plant while sweeping views span the island's rugged upcountry.
By midday the tour pauses in plantation-era Makawao, now a haven for art galleries and cafés, before a relaxed sit-down lunch at Hali'imaile General Store and a tasting tour of nearby Pau Vodka distillery. Afternoon brings the lush embrace of Iao Valley State Park—4,000 acres of rainforest threaded by a gentle stream. A short path leads beneath kukui and hala trees to the emerald-clad spire of the Iao Needle, a natural sentinel steeped in royal history, before your guide returns you to the airport for an island-sweeping flight back to Oahu.
Tour Highlights
- Small group experience enhanced with a curated lunch at Hali'imaile and a Pau Vodka distillery tour and tasting
- Haleakala National Park, including the Visitor Center and lookout points
- Views of Kula town and upcountry Maui
- Makawao town
- Hali'imaile General Store
- Pau Vodka distillery tour
- Iao Valley State Park / Iao Needle
Tour Inclusions
- Roundtrip airfare from Oahu to Maui
- Admission to national parks
- Lunch at Hali'imaile
- Chilled bottled water and local treats
- Lively tour narration by knowledgeable tour guide
Please note: Guests under age 21 must wait outside during tastings at Pau Vodka (15-20 minutes). A valid ID is required to consume alcoholic beverages.
Activity Notes
Duration
15 hours
Inclusions
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions
- Gratuities
Additional Information
- 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
- Passengers must provide date of birth and gender at the time of booking per TSA requirements
- Once reservation is made, tour is non-refundable and non-changeable
- Interisland flight times and routes are subject to change
- Special needs requests must be called in to the local supplier at least 1 week prior to tour date
- The interisland airfare may fluctuate based on flight availability. Additional fees may be required to be paid by the customer in these cases.
- IMPORTANT: The name you enter at the time of booking must exactly match what appears on your valid government-issued I.D. photo I.D. that you will use during travel. This is a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and FAA requirement and there is no flexibility with this policy. A valid government-issued ID (passport for non-US citizens) is required on the day of travel. If a passenger is denied boarding, there will be no refund.
- 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 24 hours before going on this tour.
Meeting & Check-in
- Meeting point: Upon Arrival At Kahului Airport (OGG), meet up at 7:45 to 8:00 AM with your driver by exiting the baggage claim area, walk east (right) past the ride share p/up area to behind the old rental car facility's back parking lot. Look for a Polynesian Adventure vehicle, parking stall #2.; Please meet at the airport at 5:30 AM for your interisland flight on Hawaiian Airlines and promptly check at the Hawaiian Airlines Ticket Counter or Self-Service Kiosk. Make sure to check in for all flights (round trip) and then proceed to the designated gate for departure.
- Pickup: Meet at the designated start point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Vendor
This activity is operated by Polynesian Adventure Tours.
