33 days in Hawaii Itinerary

Get some cultural insight at Waimea Valley and USS Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park. Head to Ko Hana Distillers and Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplacefor some retail therapy. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Honolulu: Pupukea (Banzai Pipeline, Shark's Cove, &more), Haleiwa (Laniakea Beach, Wys Galleries, &more) and Waimanalo Beach (in Waimanalo). There's lots more to do: take in the dramatic scenery at Manoa Falls, examine the collection at Bishop Museum, identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas, and enjoy the sand and surf at Kapiolani Regional Park.

For more things to do, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Honolulu trip planner.

San Jose, Costa Rica to Honolulu is an approximately 17-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 4 hours traveling from San Jose to Honolulu. In April in Honolulu, expect temperatures between 33°C during the day and 25°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Koloa.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Old Koloa Town and Tabora Gallery. Step out of the city life by going to Maha'ulepu Heritage Trail and Shipwreck Beach. Change things up with these side-trips from Koloa: Kapaa (Sleeping Giant Trail, Kauai Path, &more).

To find maps, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Koloa journey app.

Getting from Honolulu to Koloa by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in May, and nighttime lows around 25°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight to Lahaina.

Maria Lanakila Catholic Church and Lahaina Printsellers are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Visiting Ho'okipa Beach Park and D.T. Fleming Park will get you outdoors. Explore Lahaina's surroundings by going to Kihei (Kalepolepo Beach Park, Kamaole Beach Park III, &more), Haiku Mill (in Haiku) and Art On Market (in Wailuku). There's lots more to do: trek along Kapalua Coastal Trail, relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers, see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and stroll through Baby Beach.

To find more things to do, maps, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Lahaina travel itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Koloa to Lahaina takes 2.5 hours. May in Lahaina sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 24°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) early enough to fly to Hilo.

Step off the beaten path and head to Liliuokalani Gardens and Kīlauea. You'll get in some beach time at Richardson Beach Park and Carlsmith Beach Park. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Hilo: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (Pu'u Loa Petroglyphs & Holei Sea Arch), Steam Vents (in Pahoa) and Epic Lava Tours (in Volcano). There's still lots to do: take in the dramatic scenery at Rainbow Falls, explore the striking landscape at Lava Viewing Area, take in the exciting artwork at Banyan Gallery, and stop by Hilo Coffee Mill.

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You can fly from Lahaina to Hilo in 2.5 hours. In May, daily temperatures in Hilo can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Kailua-Kona.

Escape the urban bustle at Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park and Scuba & Snorkeling. Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Manini'owali Beach (Kua Bay) and 49 Black Sand Beach. Step out of Kailua-Kona to go to Captain Cook and see Kealakekua Bay, which is approximately 30 minutes away. There's lots more to do: kick back and relax at Magic Sands, tour the pleasant surroundings at White Sand Beach, admire the majestic nature at Kahalu'u Beach Park, and identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas.

For photos, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Kailua-Kona journey builder app.

You can drive from Hilo to Kailua-Kona in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Hilo in May, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 26°C in Kailua-Kona. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly back home.