19 days in Hawaii & San Francisco Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United States trip planner
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Honolulu, Oahu
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Koloa, Kauai
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Lahaina, Maui
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Hilo, Island of Hawaii
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Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii
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San Francisco
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Honolulu, Oahu — 4 nights
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Big Pineapple
Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Honolulu: Haleiwa (Sunset Beach Park & Waimea Bay) and Pu’u O Mahuka Heiau State Monument (in Pupukea). Next up on the itinerary: explore and take pictures at Diamond Head State Monument, examine the collection at USS Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park, tour the pleasant surroundings at Waikiki Beach, and take in the dramatic scenery at Manoa Falls.
For where to stay, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Honolulu visit planner.
Sydney, Australia to Honolulu is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Sydney to Honolulu is minus 20 hours. Plan for much warmer temperatures traveling from Sydney in June, with highs in Honolulu at 35°C and lows at 27°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to Koloa.
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For where to stay, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Honolulu visit planner.
Sydney, Australia to Honolulu is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Sydney to Honolulu is minus 20 hours. Plan for much warmer temperatures traveling from Sydney in June, with highs in Honolulu at 35°C and lows at 27°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to Koloa.
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Koloa, Kauai — 2 nights
Start off your visit on the 3rd (Mon): Head underground at Na Pali Makai, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and then admire the majestic nature at Waimea Canyon State Park. On the next day, enjoy the sand and surf at Poipu Beach Park, look for all kinds of wild species at Kauai Safaris, and then hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour.
For other places to visit, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Koloa trip planning tool.
Fly from Honolulu to Koloa in 2.5 hours. In July, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 27°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Lahaina.
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For other places to visit, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Koloa trip planning tool.
Fly from Honolulu to Koloa in 2.5 hours. In July, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 27°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Lahaina.
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Lahaina, Maui — 3 nights
Crown Jewel of Maui
Go for a jaunt from Lahaina to Wailuku to see Iao Valley about 42 minutes away. Spend the 5th (Wed) exploring the striking scenery along Hana Highway - Road to Hana. Next up on the itinerary: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, enjoy the sand and surf at Napili Beach, stop by Grins 2 Go Maui, and kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks.
To see traveler tips, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Lahaina day trip planning site.
Fly from Koloa to Lahaina in 2.5 hours. In July, daily temperatures in Lahaina can reach 35°C, while at night they dip to 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Hilo.
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To see traveler tips, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Lahaina day trip planning site.
Fly from Koloa to Lahaina in 2.5 hours. In July, daily temperatures in Lahaina can reach 35°C, while at night they dip to 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Hilo.
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Hilo, Island of Hawaii — 2 nights
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America's Wettest City
On the 8th (Sat), observe the fascinating underwater world at Mokupapapa Discovery Center, take in nature's colorful creations at Liliuokalani Gardens, then browse the fresh offerings at Hilo Farmers Market, then take in the dramatic scenery at Akaka Falls State Park, and finally take in the dramatic scenery at Rainbow Falls. Keep things going the next day: shop like a local with Volcano Art Center Gallery, hike along Kilauea Iki Trailhead, and then get great views at Keanakakoi Crater Overlook.
For where to stay, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Hilo sightseeing planner.
You can fly from Lahaina to Hilo in 2.5 hours. In July, daily temperatures in Hilo can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) early enough to drive to Kailua-Kona.
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For where to stay, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Hilo sightseeing planner.
You can fly from Lahaina to Hilo in 2.5 hours. In July, daily temperatures in Hilo can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) early enough to drive to Kailua-Kona.
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Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii — 1 night
Heart of the Kona Coast
Start off your visit on the 10th (Mon): get outside with Outdoor Activities.
For reviews, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Kailua-Kona trip planner.
Traveling by car from Hilo to Kailua-Kona takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In July in Kailua-Kona, expect temperatures between 35°C during the day and 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Mon) to allow time for the flight to San Francisco.
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For reviews, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Kailua-Kona trip planner.
Traveling by car from Hilo to Kailua-Kona takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In July in Kailua-Kona, expect temperatures between 35°C during the day and 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Mon) to allow time for the flight to San Francisco.
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San Francisco — 6 nights
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City by the Bay
Step out of San Francisco with an excursion to Wine Tours & Tastings in Napa--about 1h 5 min away. Next up on the itinerary: take in the views from Golden Gate Bridge, admire the masterpieces at Asian Art Museum, head off the coast to Alcatraz Island, and take in the waterfront at Fisherman's Wharf.
For photos, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our San Francisco travel itinerary planner.
Getting from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco by flight takes about 7 hours. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Kailua-Kona in July, with highs in San Francisco at 26°C and lows at 16°C. On the 16th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.
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For photos, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our San Francisco travel itinerary planner.
Getting from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco by flight takes about 7 hours. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Kailua-Kona in July, with highs in San Francisco at 26°C and lows at 16°C. On the 16th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.
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Hawaii travel guide
The Aloha State
An archipelago of hundreds of volcanic islands located in a geological hot spot in the middle of Pacific, Hawaii offers diverse natural scenery and a warm tropical climate. The six major islands open to tourism draw visitors with their sun-drenched public beaches and craggy natural trails. Thanks to their mid-Pacific location, the islands boast a vibrant native culture influenced by both North America and Asia. You can spend your vacation basking in the modern comforts of the big hotels, but to experience the true spirit of these islands, remember that real Hawaiians live outdoors. Encounter nature by surfing, swimming, fishing, and picnicking, or join a guided tour across the ancient lava flows to the top of Hawaii's rugged volcanic peaks.
