12 days in Hawaii Itinerary

In many ways much more Asian than American, Honolulu is Hawaii's largest city and its center of government, transportation, commerce, and tourism.

Venture out of the city with trips to Kailua Beach Park (in Kailua), Ehukai Beach Park (in Pupukea) and Haleiwa (Waimea Bay & Sunset Beach Park). There's still lots to do: stroll through Diamond Head State Monument, appreciate the history behind King Kamehameha Statue, admire the sheer force of Manoa Falls, and get great views at Puu Ualakaa State Park.

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Santiago, Chile to Honolulu is an approximately 22-hour flight. Traveling from Santiago to Honolulu, you'll gain 6 hours due to the time zone difference. In December, daytime highs in Honolulu are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Fri) so you can travel to Hilo.

One of the island of Hawaii's major towns, Hilo contains a mix of Asian and Polynesian cultures and is known for its proximity to a national park encompassing two active volcanoes.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Sat): browse the fresh offerings at Hilo Farmers Market, stop by Big Island Candies, then get to know the resident critters at Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens, then admire the sheer force of Rainbow Falls, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Joseph Catholic Church,.

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Getting from Honolulu to Hilo by flight takes about 2.5 hours. In December, plan for daily highs up to 31°C, and evening lows to 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sat) early enough to drive to Kailua-Kona.

Thanks to its favorable location near a mountain range blocking the northeasterly trade winds, Kailua-Kona gets little rainfall, allowing adventure seekers and nature lovers a chance to enjoy over 300 days of sunshine each year.

On the 27th (Sun), kick back and relax at Hapuna Beach State Recreation Area and then enjoy the sand and surf at Manini'owali Beach (Kua Bay). Keep things going the next day: experience rural life at Hula Daddy Kona Coffee, then relax in the rural setting at Greenwell Farms, and then steep yourself in history at Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park.

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Traveling by car from Hilo to Kailua-Kona takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In December, daytime highs in Kailua-Kona are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Wailea.

Wailea is a census-designated place (CDP) in Maui County, Hawaii, United States. On the 29th (Tue), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Keawala'i Congregational Church, identify plant and animal life at Ahihi-Kinau Natural Area Reserve, and then get impressive views of Molokini Crater. On your second day here, kick back and relax at Wailea Beach, then tee off at Wailea Blue Golf Course, and then stop by Sweet Paradise Chocolatier.

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Traveling by combination of flight and bus from Kailua-Kona to Wailea takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and car. In December, daytime highs in Wailea are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Wed) early enough to drive to Kihei.

Stretching over 9.7 km (6 mi) of pristine south Maui coastline, Kihei is the island's driest and sunniest region, making it a perfect location for water activities and beach leisure.

On the 31st (Thu), immerse yourself in nature at Iao Valley, observe the fascinating underwater world at Maui Ocean Center, and then relax in the rural setting at Surfing Goat Dairy.

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Kihei is just a stone's throw from Wailea. In December in Kihei, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 22°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Thu) early enough to travel back home.