Duration: 15 nights
Best months: June–October
Country: The USA · French Polynesia
Region: Maui · Kauai · Tahiti · Moorea · Raiatea · Taha’a · Bora Bora
A Journey Across the Pacific—From Lava-Formed Peaks to Lagoon Blues
This itinerary is built on contrast that feels effortless: Hawaii’s adrenaline-fringed coastlines and volcanic drama, followed by the barefoot luxury and lagoon serenity of French Polynesia. With a little-known flight connection between Honolulu and Papeete, you’ll move smoothly from waterfalls and marine reserves to vanilla-scented islands and iconic overwater living—without the usual travel friction.
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Two archipelagos, one seamless story of sea and sky
Hawaii — Maui to Kauai (6 Nights)
Maui (3 nights) — Hotel Wailea
Your Pacific story opens on Maui, where you’ll settle into the intimate calm of Hotel Wailea. Days are designed for nature first: a guided hike with an expert naturalist through lush jungle and waterfall trails, followed by snorkeling in the Molokini marine reserve—a bright underwater world of tropical fish and coral gardens.
Then it’s an early rise for something unforgettable: sunrise from Haleakala Summit, followed by a bike descent that reveals Maui’s changing landscapes from top to coast.
Kauai (3 nights) — Ko’a Kea Hotel & Resort, Kauai
Next, fly to Kauai and check into Ko’a Kea Hotel & Resort, Kauai, your base for the island’s wilder edges. Paddle the Hanalei River by kayak, snorkel alongside Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles, and hike into lesser-known corners with your private guide.
For a stylish final flourish, take to the skies on a helicopter flight—soaring over canyons, waterfalls, and cinematic landmarks like Mana Waiapuna and the Bali Hai Cliffs.
Tahiti & Moorea — A Soft Landing, Then High-Energy Lagoon Days (3 Nights)
Say farewell to Hawaii and fly south to Tahiti for a simple overnight reset—just enough time to breathe, sleep well, and wake ready for island time.
The next morning, hop across the water to Moorea, where you’ll spend two nights at Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa. This chapter shows a more playful, adrenaline-leaning side of French Polynesia: days on the water with options like deep-sea fishing, scuba diving, and jet skiing—then a parasailing adventure for sweeping views across lagoon and peaks.
Raiatea & Le Taha’a — Vanilla, Black Pearls, and Barefoot Luxury (3 Nights)
From Moorea, continue to Raiatea and take time to explore its quieter, more elemental feel—an island where the air carries the hint of spice and the pace naturally slows. Then, by boat, arrive at Le Taha’a, your private-island base for three nights of effortless overwater living.
When you feel like leaving the villa, you’ll head out on a tropical safari to discover fragrant vanilla plantations and iconic black pearl farms—perfect for choosing a meaningful keepsake. One day, we’ll “maroon” you in style on a small motu with a gourmet picnic, snorkel, and mask—then bring you back for a private dinner for two as the sun drops into the lagoon.
Bora Bora — Conrad Bora Bora Nui and Lagoon Icons (3 Nights)
Your finale belongs to Bora Bora, set beneath the dramatic presence of Mount Otemanu. Spend three nights at Conrad Bora Bora Nui, a hideaway stretched along a pearlescent strip of sand—made for spa time, swim-up cocktails, and long lagoon afternoons.
On your last day, take a traditional outrigger boat out to meet Bora Bora’s most misunderstood residents: reef sharks and rays. Swim alongside them, then enjoy lunch and a lazy afternoon on a private motu. Back at the resort, close the journey with an evening of Polynesian dance and freshly caught lobster—then depart the next day feeling genuinely reset.
Ready for Something Extraordinary?
Tell us your dates, who’s traveling (and ages), and the pace you want—more adventure in Hawaii, more lagoon time in Polynesia, or a perfectly balanced blend. We’ll curate the stays, private transfers, and standout experiences, then deliver a final itinerary with checklists and support if plans shift—so every handoff feels seamless.
Signature Experiences
- Waterfall and jungle hike in Maui with an expert naturalist
- Snorkeling the Molokini marine reserve
- Sunrise at Haleakala Summit with a scenic bike descent
- Kayaking the Hanalei River and spotting Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles in Kauai
- Helicopter flight over Mana Waiapuna and the Bali Hai Cliffs
- Lagoon thrills in Moorea: deep-sea fishing, scuba diving, jet skiing, and parasailing
- Vanilla plantations and black pearl farms across Raiatea and Taha’a
- Bora Bora outrigger boat day with reef sharks, rays, and a private motu lunch
Why Travel to Hawaii & French Polynesia with Escape Xperts
Two archipelagos can feel complicated—unless the routing, pacing, and handoffs are engineered from the start. Escape Xperts curates the right hotels, guides, and timing so you can move from Maui to Kauai, then into Tahiti and across to Moorea, Raiatea, Taha’a, and Bora Bora without friction. Your planning/design fee becomes tangible deliverables: a discovery session, curated options, thoughtful iterations, and a final itinerary with practical checklists—plus support for changes before and during travel. The result is privacy, ease, and a journey that feels beautifully yours.CREATE TRIP
