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Aloha AgriTour-Hawaii 2008Day by Day Itinerary
We fly from the mainland to Honolulu where we are met on arrival and assisted to baggage claim. Our Tour Director will direct us to transportation and we will be transferred to our hotel, the beautiful oceanfront Sheraton Waikiki for our first three nights. Day 2, Saturday, January 12 HONOLULU, OAHU This morning we visit the Kapiolani Community College Farmer's Market where we browse among a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, flowers, beef, aqua cultured seafood, fresh baked breads, hand made pastas, tropical jams and jellies, unique snack foods, honey, baked goods, specialty seasonings and more.
We return to our hotel, relaxing and getting to know our fellow travelers better at a poolside cocktail reception with traditional "pupus" later this evening. (L) Day 3, Sunday, January 13 OAHU
Cruise Begins This morning we have a Honolulu city tour, highlighted by a drive through Punchbowl National Cemetery of the Pacific. Following our tour, we transfer to Aloha Tower Pier to board the Pride of Hawaii and acquaint ourselves with the facilities we will enjoy for the next seven days! We have time to settle into our comfortable cabins and unpack for the week before we sail about 8 p.m. (D) DAY 5, Tuesday, January 15 HILO, HAWAII We disembark this morning for a visit to Wailea Ag Group, known for their fresh Hearts of Palm, where we see how their innovations changed abandoned cane fields into a thriving exotic orchard and tropical flower garden.
While we enjoy a delicious lunch prepared and served by Tracy and her children, Jim will lead us in discussion of how to market and cater to the group tour business, sharing their marketing insights as one of the most unique agritourism businesses on the islands. On our way back to the ship, we stop to view Rainbow Falls, which tumble 80 feet down into a natural pool surrounded by wild ginger. We enjoy the evening aboard ship with a Group Dinner at Cagney Steakhouse DAY 6, Wednesday, January 16 KAHULUI, MAUI Maui is known as the "Valley Island," a place where every gorge is filled with lush foliage and abundant plant life. Today is yours for independent touring or participating in optional shore excursions of your choice. You may choose to visit the Iao Valley and see the famed Iao Valley Needle, a 2,250-foot lava rock that pierces the clouds. Or, visit the Tropical Plantation and take a tram ride through 60 acres of commercial fruit crops including sugarcane, mango, coffee, flowering ginger and more. Afterward, walk through their nursery and visit the agricultural village with its fascinating displays. (B,L,D) DAY 7, Thursday, January 17 KAHULUI, MAUI
We have lunch here on the patio, and pause for our second Farm Stop Classroom. This session relates to hiring and training the best employees for your business and will be led by Lani Weigert of Ali'i Kula.
Aboard ship this evening will be our first Farm Chat Room, an informal conversation sharing ideas and concerns about agritourism. You pick the topics. (B,L,D) DAY 8, Friday, January 18 KONA, HAWAII
Today we visit the Hamakua Macadamia Company where nuts and Kona coffee are grown, processed, and packaged. Observe the processing of macadamia nuts and try a free sample. We continue to Kahua Ranch, an 8,500-acre working cattle ranch overlooking the lush pasture lands of the Kohala Mountains and the Pacific coastline.
DAY 9, Saturday, January 19 NAWILIWILI, KAUAI For decades, Hollywood has had a love affair with Kauai, and you'll understand why as you discover a land of contrast so diverse it defies belief.
DAY 10, Sunday, January 20 NAWILIWILI, KAUAI
After our time here, we return to the pier to re-board our ship and enjoy a Group Dinner at the Grand Pacific Restaurant. (B,L,D) DAY 11, Monday, January 21 HONOLULU/MAINLAND
DAY 12, Tuesday, January 22 MAINLAND/HOMETOWN Arriving on the mainland early this morning, we connect on our flight back to our hometown. The sequence of touring and days may be altered to adjust to cruise schedule, special closings of sites, final air schedules, services available at venues, etc. Click here for more details on specific Farm Stops . Cruise/Land Tour Price All rates shown are U.S. Dollars (per person in double or twin room/cabin) Above prices include government taxes of approximately $50 - $80 (depending on cabin category) and port charges of $140. Prices based on two persons per room/cabin. Prices for singles or triples are available upon request. All farm touring, gratuities for touring, meals during cruise portion, and pre- & post-cruise touring/activities are included. Terms and Conditions AIR ARRANGEMENTS: Airfare is not included in the above prices. Book your air reservation early in order to secure an early evening return flight to the mainland on Day 11. Booking through Dehoney Travel you can take advantage of zone fares on Northwest Airlines. Sample fares to Honolulu roundtrip from Phoenix & Seattle, $459; Pittsburgh & Indianapolis, $563; Vancouver, $599; St. Louis, Detroit, Denver, & Boston $669; Minneapolis & Cincinnati, $714; Memphis & Toronto, $799; Charlottesville, VA $890. The sample fares are based on a discounted booking class and cannot be guaranteed until an air reservation is made. Once a reservation is made the ticket must be issued within 10 days. Air tickets are non-refundable once purchased. If at the time of making a reservation a lower air fare on Northwest is available, you will enjoy a 10% discount on some fares. A published fare ticket must be issued within 24 hours of making the air reservation. Dehoney Travel staff will also check alternate air carriers for you from your area to be sure to get the best schedule and lowest fare for you to travel. NOT INCLUDED: Airfare, Travel Protection Program; optional shore excursions on January 16 & 19; tips while aboard ship & while touring; passport fees;meals not listed as included; items of personal nature; and any item not specifi cally listed as included. TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: All United States and Canada citizens must carry a valid passport as proof of citizenship. PAYMENT: Payment can be made by cash, check or credit card (Discover, MasterCard or Visa). A deposit of $500 per person is required at the time of booking. Final payment is due on September 15, 2007. Important Further Details: Please see the attached brochure for complete details of Cancellation rules, delay or deviation of cruise, and responsibilities. Click here to download the full color brochure, with prices, terms, and conditions for the tour. Click here to download your reservation form (please read the terms and conditions first). Need More Information: email: info@dehoneytravel.com or jane@eckertagrimarketing.com |
Pre-Cruise Tour
Next we make a brief stop at 
Today is free to relax and explore 
We continue to the 
permitting, sail by active Mount Kilauea to see this volcano's lava tumbling into the sea. (B,L,D)
This morning we visit 
Best Tour Stop in 2007. Take in the fragrance and the panoramic views of Maui as we tour the gardens where lavender grows year-round. 
We've allowed plenty of time for visiting the studio gift shop to shop for a variety of lavender infused products as well as time to sit and reflect on the natural beauty of this destination. This afternoon we take a scenic drive through the richly colored, rugged landscape to the Iao Valley, a lush valley filled with exotic tropical plants and clear, natural pools, and site of ancient religious festivals. 
This island is home to countless places that escape comprehension: lava deserts; towering mountains; beaches of white, green and black; and waterfalls careening through vibrant valleys of color. 
We'll have time for lunch and our third Farm Stop Classroom, with the Richards family discussing how to incorporate outdoor recreation into the agritourism experience. You'll even have your choice of an ATV ride or Tram Tour of this spectacular ranch. (B,L,D)
Today is yours-you may choose an optional shore excursion such as a scenic boat drive up the Wailua River, during which you will be entertained with local music, dance, and narrations. Or, take a brief walk to the 
This morning we travel towards Hanalei Bay on the north shore to visit 
We arrive back in the port of Honolulu this morning. After we disembark we begin our Pearl Harbor tour, where we can browse through historic displays at the Arizona Memorial Visitor Center. We watch a film of the 1941 Pearl Harbor attack and then board a Navy launch for a trip to the USS Arizona Memorial. Following our tour, we are transferred to the Honolulu Airport for our return flight to the mainland with connection on to our hometown. (B)
