Hawaii in 7 Days: Oahu & Maui Beaches, Volcano Sunrise and Road to Hana: Day-by-Day Itinerary
Waikiki, Diamond Head, Pearl Harbor, the North Shore, Haleakalā sunrise and the Road to Hana — two islands, beaches and volcanoes in one week.
United StatesBeach & islandsNatureFamilyPhotogenic
Length7 days / 6 nights
CitiesHonolulu, Maui
CurrencyUSD US dollar
Best time to goApr–Jun and Sep–Oct are calm and less crowded; Dec–Mar is whale-watching season but also the wetter, busier winter.
Day-by-day overview
Day 1 Arrive in Honolulu × WaikikiDay 2 Diamond Head × Pearl HarborDay 3 North Shore × fly to MauiDay 4 Haleakalā sunrise × south MauiDay 5 Road to HanaDay 6 Lahaina area × beach dayDay 7 Last beach × fly home
Day 1Arrive in Honolulu × Waikiki
12:00🚗 Transport
Arrive at Honolulu HNL
Type / No.Flight
LocationHonolulu HNL 🧭
Visitor rules and fees can change — check official Hawaii sources before you go.
15:00🏨 Stay
16:30📍 Sight
Waikiki Beach & sunset
Suggested time2 hrs
TicketsFree
LocationWaikiki Beach 🧭
Strong UV — reef-safe sunscreen is required by Hawaii law.
📸 Photo spot🧴 Sunscreen
19:00🍽 Food
Day 2Diamond Head × Pearl Harbor
07:30📍 Sight
Diamond Head summit hike
Suggested time2 hrs
Ticketsbook
LocationDiamond Head State Monument 🧭
Non-resident visitors need a reservation and an entry fee; go early before the heat.
📸 Photo spot🎟 Book ahead🚶 Lots of walking
12:30📍 Sight
Pearl Harbor National Memorial
Suggested time4 hrs
Ticketsbook
LocationPearl Harbor National Memorial 🧭
Timed USS Arizona Memorial tickets sell out; no bags are allowed inside.
🎟 Book ahead
17:30📍 Sight
Kuhio Beach sunset hula
Suggested time1.5 hrs
TicketsFree
LocationKuhio Beach Hula Mound 🧭
📸 Photo spot🌙 Night view
Day 3North Shore × fly to Maui
08:00🚗 Transport
10:00📍 Sight
Haleiwa town & Waimea Bay
Suggested time3 hrs
TicketsFree
LocationWaimea Bay Beach Park 🧭
Winter waves on the North Shore can be dangerous; swim only where lifeguards are present.
📸 Photo spot🍜 Must-eat
13:00🍽 Food
16:00🚗 Transport
19:00🏨 Stay
Check in (add your hotel)
Type / platformHotel
Check-in / out15:00 / 11:00
LocationKihei or Wailea, Maui 🧭
Day 4Haleakalā sunrise × south Maui
02:30🚗 Transport
Pick up a car and drive up Haleakalā
Type / No.Rental car
LocationHaleakalā National Park 🧭
Sunrise parking needs an advance reservation; at 3,000 m it is near freezing, so wear layers.
05:30📍 Sight
11:00📍 Sight
Makena Beach & Molokini snorkel
Suggested time4 hrs
TicketsBuy on site
LocationBig Beach Makena 🧭
Molokini tours depart early and are weather-dependent; book a licensed operator.
📸 Photo spot🧴 Sunscreen
18:30🍽 Food
Sunset dinner at Monkeypod Kitchen (Wailea)
MealDinner
LocationMonkeypod Kitchen Wailea 🧭
🍜 Must-eat🌙 Night view
Day 5Road to Hana
07:30🚗 Transport
Drive the Road to Hana
Type / No.Rental car
LocationRoad to Hana 🧭
Roughly 600 curves and one-lane bridges; it is a full day and car sickness is common. Start early and fill up before leaving Paia.
09:30📍 Sight
13:00📍 Sight
Waiʻānapanapa Black Sand Beach
Suggested time1.5 hrs
Ticketsbook
LocationWaiʻānapanapa State Park 🧭
A reservation is required for out-of-state visitors; do not take lava rocks or sand.
📸 Photo spot🎟 Book ahead
15:30🍽 Food
Banana bread & roadside stands
MealLunch
LocationHana Maui 🧭
Many stands are cash only and close mid-afternoon.
🍜 Must-eat
Day 6Lahaina area × beach day
09:30📍 Sight
Kaʻanapali Beach
Suggested time4 hrs
TicketsFree
LocationKaanapali Beach 🧭
Part of West Maui is still recovering from the 2023 wildfire — check local guidance and be respectful.
🧴 Sunscreen📸 Photo spot
13:30🍽 Food
16:00📍 Sight
Snorkel at Honolua Bay
Suggested time2 hrs
TicketsFree
LocationHonolua Bay 🧭
Best in calm summer seas; skip it when swells are high.
🧴 Sunscreen
Day 7Last beach × fly home
07:30📝 Note
Final check
Double-check passports, power banks and valuables.
09:00📍 Sight
12:00🚗 Transport
Return the car
Type / No.Rental car
LocationKahului Airport OGG 🧭
Allow time for the rental-car shuttle.
14:30🚗 Transport
Head to the airport and fly home
Type / No.Flight
Aim to reach the airport 2.5–3 hours before an international flight.
🎟 Book these before you go
- Day 2｜Diamond Head summit hike: Non-resident visitors need a reservation and an entry fee; go early before the heat.
- Day 2｜Pearl Harbor National Memorial: Timed USS Arizona Memorial tickets sell out; no bags are allowed inside.
- Day 4｜Haleakalā sunrise
- Day 5｜Waiʻānapanapa Black Sand Beach: A reservation is required for out-of-state visitors; do not take lava rocks or sand.
🌦 Monthly temperatures: Honolulu & Hawaii
| City / month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu & Hawaii High / low | 27° 19° | 27° 19° | 28° 20° | 29° 21° | 30° 22° | 31° 23° | 32° 24° | 32° 24° | 32° 24° | 31° 23° | 29° 22° | 27° 20° |
(typical averages — check the forecast before you go)
FAQ
How many days does Hawaii in 7 Days: Oahu & Maui Beaches, Volcano Sunrise and Road to Hana take?
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What should I book in advance?
We recommend booking or buying ahead: Diamond Head summit hike, Pearl Harbor National Memorial, Haleakalā sunrise, Waiʻānapanapa Black Sand Beach.
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