60 days in Hawaii Itinerary

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Diamond Head State Monument and Ala Moana Center. Step out of the city life by going to Waikiki Beach and Kailua Beach Park. Get out of town with these interesting Honolulu side-trips: Haleiwa (Waimea Bay, Wys Galleries, &more), Pupukea (Ehukai Beach Park & Pu’u O Mahuka Heiau State Monument) and Kahuku (Turtle Bay Golf & Turtle Bay Beach). There's still lots to do: stroll the grounds of USS Arizona Memorial, browse the different shops at Ward Village, catch a movie at Ward Entertainment Center, and explore the activities along Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve.

For photos, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Honolulu road trip planner.

Brisbane, Australia to Honolulu is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. Traveling from Brisbane to Honolulu, you'll gain 20 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Brisbane in September, expect nights in Honolulu to be warmer, around 28°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 36°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sun) so you can fly to Volcano.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Akaka Falls State Park and Papakōlea Green Sand Beach. Get in touch with nature at Kilauea Iki Trailhead and Devastation Trail. Venture out of the city with trips to Hilo (Liliuokalani Gardens, Hilo Farmers Market, &more), Honomu Goat Dairy (in Honomu) and Kalapana (in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park). Next up on the itinerary: take in the exciting artwork at Volcano Art Center Gallery, get great views at Keanakakoi Crater Overlook, hike along Napau-Makaopuhi Crater Trail, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Sulphur Banks.

To see photos, maps, and tourist information, read Volcano trip maker tool.

Traveling by flight from Honolulu to Volcano takes 2.5 hours. Traveling from Honolulu in September, expect a bit cooler with lows of 25°C in Volcano. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Fri) early enough to drive to Kailua-Kona.

Visiting Swim with Dolphins and Mauna Lani Resort will get you outdoors. Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Waikoloa Beach Resort and Trudy's Island Arts. Get out of town with these interesting Kailua-Kona side-trips: Honaunau (Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park & The 1871 Trail), Hapuna Beach State Recreation Area (in Puako) and Waimea (Isaacs Art Center Museum and Gallery, Hapuna Golf Course, &more). Spend a day outdoors on the 6th (Fri) with Big Island Buggy. And it doesn't end there: look for all kinds of wild species at Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary, stroll through Mauna Kea Beach, get great views at Waipiʻo Valley Lookout, and enjoy the sand and surf at Kahaluu Beach.

To see where to stay, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, use the Kailua-Kona day trip planning site.

Traveling by car from Volcano to Kailua-Kona takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In September, daily temperatures in Kailua-Kona can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) so you can travel to Lanai City.

Bring the kids along to Mike Carroll Gallery and Lanai Cat Sanctuary. Escape the urban bustle at Trilogy Lana'i and Hulopoe Beach.

For more things to do, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Lanai City trip planning app.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Kailua-Kona to Lanai City. Traveling from Kailua-Kona in October, things will get a bit cooler in Lanai City: highs are around 32°C and lows about 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) so you can travel to Lahaina.

Step out of the city life by going to Scuba & Snorkeling and Haleakala Crater. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Ka'anapali Beach and Wailea Beach. Explore Lahaina's surroundings by going to Makawao (Sherri Reeve, Ho'omana Spa Maui, &more), Wailuku (Hale Ho'ike'ike at the Bailey House & Iao Valley) and Wailea (Ulua Beach, Maui Hands, &more). Spend the 15th (Sun) exploring the striking scenery along Hana Highway - Road to Hana. The adventure continues: stroll around Lahaina Banyan Court, stroll through Kapalua Beach, shop like a local with Bill Wyland Galleries, and enjoy the sand and surf at The Spa at Black Rock.

To see more things to do, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Lahaina trip itinerary planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Lanai City to Lahaina. October in Lahaina sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 26°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Waimea.

Head to Banana Patch Studio and Original Red Dirt Shirtsfor plenty of shopping. Kids will appreciate attractions like Waimea Canyon State Park and Koke'e Mountains. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Waimea: Kekaha (Pihea Trail & Koke`e State Park).

For photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Waimea trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Lahaina to Waimea takes 2.5 hours. In October, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Wed) early enough to go by car to Hanalei.

Family-friendly places like Scuba & Snorkeling and Princeville Center will thrill your kids. Shop till you drop at Banana Joe's Fruitstand and Seductions of Kauai Gallery. Venture out of the city with trips to Wailua River State Park (in Wailua), Kapaa (Kauai Path & Photography Tours) and Na Pali Coast State Park (in Wainiha).

To find reviews, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Hanalei planner.

Traveling by car from Waimea to Hanalei takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In November, daily temperatures in Hanalei can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 8th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly back home.