11 days in Honolulu & Maui Itinerary

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

Step out of the city life by going to Lanikai Beach and Nu’uanu Pali. Step off the beaten path and head to Koko Crater Railway Trail and Nature & Wildlife Tours. Get out of town with these interesting Honolulu side-trips: Lanikai Pillboxes (in Kailua), Waimanalo Beach (in Waimanalo) and Haleiwa (Laniakea Beach, Scuba & Snorkeling, &more). The adventure continues: take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, enjoy the sand and surf at Kapiolani Regional Park, explore the different monuments and memorials at National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, and take in the dramatic natural features at Ka'ena Point State Park.

To see more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Honolulu trip planner.

Bucharest, Romania to Honolulu is an approximately 25-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 12 hours traveling from Bucharest to Honolulu. In December, Honolulu is much hotter than Bucharest - with highs of 32°C and lows of 24°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Mon) early enough to travel 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.

You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Napili Beach and Kamaole Beach Park III. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Ho'okipa Beach Park and Kamaole Beach Park II. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Kihei: Lahaina (Kapalua Coastal Trail & Surf Ripper Shave Ice Co). Next up on the itinerary: tour the pleasant surroundings at Ulua Beach, admire the majestic nature at Iao Valley, kick back and relax at Wailea Beach Path, and experience rural life at Maui Tropical Plantation.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Kihei trip planning website.

You can fly from Honolulu to Kihei in 3 hours. In December in Kihei, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 22°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Fri) so you can travel back home.