8 days in Raleigh & Honolulu Itinerary

For those not from the South, Raleigh might be one of the region's better-kept travel secrets.

Get in touch with nature at Sylvan Heights Bird Park and Conservators Center. You'll explore and learn at Uwharrie Crystalline and Cedar Creek Gallery & Pottery. Change things up with these side-trips from Raleigh: Seagrove Creations Pottery Gallery (in Seagrove) and Ambleside Gallery (in Greensboro). Next up on the itinerary: wander the streets of North Hills, shop like a local with Artspace, and hunt for treasures at State Farmers Market.

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Durham to Raleigh is an approximately half hour car ride. You can also take a bus; or take a train. In July, daytime highs in Raleigh are 90°F, while nighttime lows are 71°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) so you can travel to Honolulu.

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

You'll explore and learn at USS Arizona Memorial and Iolani Palace. For shopping fun, head to Ala Moana Center or Ko Hana Distillers. There's much more to do: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, tour the pleasant surroundings at Waikiki Beach, explore the activities along Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, and go for a walk through Diamond Head State Monument.

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You can fly from Raleigh to Honolulu in 14 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, taxi, and flight; or do a combination of train, bus, and flight. You'll gain 5 hours traveling from Raleigh to Honolulu due to the time zone difference. In July, daytime highs in Honolulu are 88°F, while nighttime lows are 75°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) so you can travel back home.