Day Trip Oahu to Maui: Sips, Sites and Bites in Maui
Maui, United States

Day Trip Oahu to Maui: Sips, Sites and Bites

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57/100

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Is Day Trip Oahu to Maui: Sips, Sites and Bites worth booking?

Day Trip Oahu to Maui: Sips, Sites and Bites is a 15-hour experience in Maui, United States, from $713 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 49 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
57 / 100
Rating
4.1/5 (49)
Duration
15 hours
From
$713 per person

Escape to the east side of Maui for day on this all-inclusive tour which includes airfare from Oahu to Maui, transportation from the Kahului Airport (OGG) and a sightseeing tour. See the best of east Maui on this experi

What you get

    About this experience

    Escape to the east side of Maui for day on this all-inclusive tour which includes airfare from Oahu to Maui, transportation from the Kahului Airport (OGG) and a sightseeing tour. See the best of east Maui on this experiential sightseeing day trip with your informative local guide. Journey to Haleakala National Park to explore the raw natural beauty of Haleakala Crater known as the "House of the Sun." Glimpse Maui's stunning landscape from what seems like the top of the world. Stop for a curated lunch at Hali’imaile General Store, to savor the flavors of Maui. Enjoy a tour at Hali’imaile Distillery. NOTE: Guests under 21 must wait outside during tastings (15–20 minutes), and a valid photo ID is required. Marvel at the towering Iao Needle and stroll through the verdant Iao Valley.

    What's included

    Included

    • Interisland R/T airfare (overage charges may apply)
    • Sightseeing Tour
    • Tour narration
    • Lunch
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Professional driver/guide
    • Haleakala National Park admission

    Not included

    • Gratuities
    • Private Tour
    • Hotel pick-up and drop off

    What you'll see and do

    1. Haleakala National Park

      Home to the world’s largest dormant volcano; over 30,000 acres. The park is known for its unique volcanic features, its long scenic drive with numerous overlooks, and the rare, endemic wildlife, flora and fauna.

      75 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Haleakala Crater

      Views from what seems like the top of the world!

      Pass by without stopping

    3. Haleakala Visitor Center

      Spectacular views from the rim area at 9,740 ft. elevation.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    4. Haliimaile Distilling Company

      Stop for a curated lunch at Hali’imaile General Store, to savor the flavors of Maui. Enjoy a tour at Hali’imaile Distillery. NOTE: Guests under 21 must wait outside during tastings (15–20 minutes), and a valid photo ID is required.

      90 minutes here · Admission included

    5. Wailuku

      Former plantation town with remnants of the missionaries and heyday of the sugar cane era.

      Pass by without stopping

    6. Ka'ahumanu Church

      Beautiful church with gothic architecture built by request of Queen Kaahumanu.

      Pass by without stopping

    7. Iao Valley

      A verdant valley formed by erosion with a bubbling stream and the pinnacle, an iconic, pointed ridge covered in verdant vegetation known as the Iao Needle.

      30 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Maui

    Upon Arrival At Kahului Airport (OGG), meet up at 7:45 to 8:00 AM with your driver by exiting the baggage claim area, walk east (right) past the ride share p/up area to behind the old rental car facility's back parking lot. Look for a Polynesian Adventure vehicle, parking stall #2.

    Meeting point

    Maui

    Please meet at the airport at 5:30 AM for your interisland flight on Hawaiian Airlines and promptly check at the Hawaiian Airlines Ticket Counter or Self-Service Kiosk. Make sure to check in for all flights (round trip) and then proceed to the designated gate for departure.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Upon Arrival At Kahului Airport (OGG), meet up at 7:45 to 8:00 AM with your driver by exiting the baggage claim area, walk east (right) past the ride share p/up area to behind the old rental car facility's back parking lot. Look for a Polynesian Adventure vehicle, parking stall #2.

    Ends at

    Please meet at the airport at 5:30 AM for your interisland flight on Hawaiian Airlines and promptly check at the Hawaiian Airlines Ticket Counter or Self-Service Kiosk. Make sure to check in for all flights (round trip) and then proceed to the designated gate for departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    de, ko, cmn, ja, en, fr, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Polynesian Adventure Tours

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Passengers must provide date of birth and gender at the time of booking per TSA requirements
    • Once reservation is made, tour is non-refundable and non-changeable
    • Interisland flight times and routes are subject to change
    • Special needs requests must be called in to the local supplier at least 1 week prior to tour date
    • The interisland airfare may fluctuate based on flight availability. Additional fees may be required to be paid by the customer in these cases.
    • IMPORTANT: The name you enter at the time of booking must exactly match what appears on your valid government-issued I.D. photo I.D. that you will use during travel. This is a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and FAA requirement and there is no flexibility with this policy. A valid government-issued ID (passport for non-US citizens) is required on the day of travel. If a passenger is denied boarding, there will be no refund.
    • Haleakala is known for rapidly changing weather conditions and dense clouds and rain are common. As a result, clear viewing of the sunrise is not guaranteed, and the tour operates rain or shine. Refunds will be granted only when the tour is cancelled for safety reasons.
    • The high altitude at the summit area may complicate health conditions and breathing difficulties. Elderly visitors, pregnant women, young children, and those with respiratory or heart conditions should consult their doctor prior to touring. Walk slowly and drink water to avoid dehydration. If you have gone scuba diving, you should wait at least 24 hours before going on this tour.

    Photos

    Iao ValleyDay Trip Oahu to Maui: Sips, Sites and Bites in Maui, photo 3Iao ValleyDay Trip Oahu to Maui: Sips, Sites and Bites in Maui, photo 5Day Trip Oahu to Maui: Sips, Sites and Bites in Maui, photo 6Haleakala National Park

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 49 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    6 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    The guide

    4 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Value for money

    2 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Traveler reviews

    49 verified traveler reviews for Day Trip Oahu to Maui: Sips, Sites and Bites. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    curiosityseeker19 · April 2026

    All encompassing tour of Maui from Ohua with flight

    Note: departure at Honolulu Daniel K. Inouye International Airport restrooms are downstairs, inside accessible by elevator. One has to get to the airport on your own to Hawaiian Airlines for a.quick flight. I must state that Hawaiian Airlines provided excellent service for the handicap. Once at the airport Polynesia Adventures tour takes over and arranges everything. Once at the Kahulu Airport make your way to the designated stop where you will transfer at Safeway supermarket to your tour bus. Restroom outside at airport.. After a long drive up the mountain of Haleakala National Park to the Haleakala Volcano to see the2.5 mile crater from last eruption of 1790. Bus can only go as far as the visitor's center, a lookout and restroom break. Able body tourist can hike up to the summit. They are building wind turbines there. Cool temperatures and very windy. Twice the wind almost blew my wheelchair over the cliff. Then off to Iao Valley State Park tropical rainforest to hike through the Iao Ethnobotanic Garden. Loved it and its emphasis on Hawaiian crop production ancient farming technics. From there one walks across the bridge but the uphill climb is for able bodied only. View the roaring river. At Makawao our included lunch at Hali'maile General Store restaurant, a former merchandise store now a busy popular restaurant Official entrance upfront has many steps. Handicap entrance is on the parking lot side.Good service, I believe my server was the owner. I ate fish. You have to request salt and pepper. Nonalcoholic drinks included. Afterwards we toured the glassblowing demonstration and art gallery across the street. Loved it. Next door is the Hali'imaile Distillery for a tour and tasting with a small souvenir shoppe. This organic farm makes Pineapple vodka. Afterwards we visited the Maui Tropical Plantation in Wailuku. Love this place. Tropical orchards, fruit and vegetable market, gift shop with restaurant and shop in the back . Beautiful landscaped with electic art works of wood or metal. Restrooms way in the backyard. Wish we spent more time here. Wheelchair accessible. Then homeward bound to your hotel or to Kahulu Airport.

    via Tripadvisor

    H5281TSkathyc · June 2024

    Worth the $, Dress warm

    Great experience! I learned about some of the culture and watched a beautiful (and cold) sunrise. We couldn't imagine being cold in Hawaii, and it happened.

    via Tripadvisor

    Arnold W · May 2024

    Mitchell was the best storyteller of history..I am more informed about the environment and culture, more than ever..

    All of the stops were great….all of the history was great…seeing the culture and hearing the culture was fabulous…I recommend highly.. Arnold

    via Tripadvisor

    amandaf765 · March 2024

    Excellent tour

    Mel is wonderful and so funny. Thank you. He has a lot of knowledge about thr island and its history. I would book a tour again.

    via Tripadvisor

    V2467SSjorgeh · March 2024

    day trip to Maui

    Our tour guide Salesi was very knowledgeable and friendly and gave us a great service. the air-conditioning need to be reset to a confortable temperature. was top cold.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    15 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $713 to $753
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    17
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 57

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)50
    Review evidence (18% weight)52
    Booking momentum (14% weight)45
    Value for money (12% weight)78
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)0
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Day Trip Oahu to Maui: Sips, Sites and Bites: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Maui.

    How much does Day Trip Oahu to Maui: Sips, Sites and Bites cost?

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    Prices start at $713 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Maui usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Day Trip Oahu to Maui: Sips, Sites and Bites take?

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    Plan for about 15 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Maui is not rushed.

    Is Day Trip Oahu to Maui: Sips, Sites and Bites worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 49 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Maui, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Day Trip Oahu to Maui: Sips, Sites and Bites?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Day Trip Oahu to Maui: Sips, Sites and Bites suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 15-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Day Trip Oahu to Maui: Sips, Sites and Bites?

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    Around 17 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Maui can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Maui and add a light layer if any part of the 15-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Day Trip Oahu to Maui: Sips, Sites and Bites start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Maui within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Maui?

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    Maui's three signature days are the Hana road, the Haleakala summit sunrise and the Molokini snorkel sail, and all three are logistics problems as much as experiences. Sunrise summit entry is permit-controlled, Hana is a ten-hour driving day, and Molokini boats vary wildly in size. Our ranking rewards operators who handle permits and keep boat capacity low. On Outty we rank every Maui experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Molokini Crater + South Maui Coast Adventure from Kihei, Maui, Maui: VIP Private Road to Hana Tour with Pick Up, Road to Hana Adventure Maui Tour with Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Maui?

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    April to May and September to October. Whale season runs December to April. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Maui?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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