Heavenly Hawaii - June 16 - 26, 2027

TOUR DATE: June 16 – 27, 2027

Experience the beauty of Hawaii by land and sea on this unforgettable journey with Heaven Bound Tours.

From powerful moments of reflection at Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial to rich cultural encounters at the Polynesian Cultural Center and Kualoa Ranch, then onward to Maui, Hilo, Kona, Kauaʻi and the majestic Nā Pali Coast—you’ll see God’s handiwork in every sunrise, waterfall, and wave. Enjoy Christian fellowship and the comfort and convenience of Norwegian Cruise Line’s Pride of America.

“The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it.” – Psalm 24:1

TRIP OVERVIEW

Trip At a Glance

  • Travel Dates: June 16–27, 2027
  • Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights
    • 3 Nights pre-cruise land package in Waikiki (Oʻahu)
    • 8-Night Pride of America inter-island cruise
    • Return to Honolulu and home on June 27
  • Destinations:
    • Oʻahu (Honolulu, Waikiki, Pearl Harbor, Kualoa)
    • Maui (2 days with overnight in port)
    • Hilo (Island of Hawaiʻi)
    • Kona (Island of Hawaiʻi)
    • Kauaʻi (2 days with overnight in port)
    • Scenic cruise of the Nā Pali Coast
  • Cruise Line/Ship: Norwegian Cruise Line – Pride of America
  • Hosted By: Heaven Bound Tours (faith-based Christian group travel)
  • Departure Airport for Ground Services: IAH (Houston – George Bush Intercontinental Airport) for shuttle service
What Makes This Trip Special
  • See four Hawaiian islands plus the Nā Pali Coast in one trip.
  • Enjoy a full Oʻahu land package with:
    • Dole Plantation
    • Polynesian Cultural Center
    • Pearl Harbor & USS Arizona Memorial
    • National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific (Punchbowl Crater)
    • Honolulu city tour
    • Kualoa Ranch cultural and movie-site experience
  • Excellent cruise inclusions: beverage package, specialty dining, Wi-Fi minutes, onboard credit, excursion credit, and prepaid gratuities to ship personnel.
OʻAHU LAND PACKAGE (HYATT WAIKIKI)
3 Nights at Hyatt Waikiki Hotel

(June 16–19, 2027)

Day 1 – Wednesday, June 16, 2027
Arrival in Honolulu
  • Flight from the mainland to Honolulu, Oʻahu.
  • Transfer to Hyatt Waikiki Hotel and check in.
  • Evening at leisure to stroll Waikiki Beach, enjoy a casual dinner, or rest after travel.
“He makes me lie down in green pastures, He leads me beside quiet waters.” – Psalm 23:2

Day 2 – Thursday, June 17, 2027

Dole Plantation & Polynesian Cultural Center

  • Enjoy breakfast (on your own or as included with your room, per final package).
  • Depart for a scenic drive through Oʻahu’s interior to Dole Plantation:
    • Learn the history of pineapple in Hawaii.
    • Explore the grounds and country store; sample pineapple treats.
  • Continue to the Polynesian Cultural Center on the North Shore:
    • Visit interactive island villages representing Samoa, Tonga, Tahiti, Fiji, Aotearoa (New Zealand), and more.
    • Experience traditional music, dance, and cultural demonstrations.
    • Learn about Polynesian navigation and history.

Return to Waikiki for overnight.

Day 3 – Friday, June 18, 2027

Pearl Harbor, Punchbowl & Honolulu City Tour

  • A meaningful and reflective day.
  • Visit Pearl Harbor
    • Honor those who lost their lives on December 7, 1941.
    • Time for quiet reflection and prayer.
  • Continue to Punchbowl Crater, home of the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific:
    • A beautiful, solemn place honoring U.S. service members.
  • Guided Honolulu city tour, featuring:
    • Hawaii State Capitol
    • Governor’s Mansion
    • ʻIolani Palace (exterior) – the only royal palace in the United States
    • King Kamehameha statue and other historic sites
  • Evening at leisure in Waikiki.

Overnight at Hyatt Waikiki.

Day 4 – Saturday, June 19, 2027

Kualoa Ranch & Embarkation on Pride of America

  • Morning at leisure in Waikiki.
  • Check out of Hyatt Waikiki (your luggage will be taken directly to Pride of America).

Continue your Oʻahu experience at the legendary Kualoa Ranch:

  • Scenic drive along the Koʻolau Mountain Range with dramatic cliffs and sweeping ocean views.
  • See filming locations used in numerous TV shows and Hollywood movies.

At Kualoa Ranch, step back in time into traditional Hawaiian life:

  • Learn how ancient Hawaiians lived and thrived from the land and sea.
  • Hands-on cultural experiences:
    • Discover the many uses of taro (kalo), ti leaves, and plants brought by early Polynesian settlers on double-hulled canoes.
    • See how taro roots are transformed into poi.
    • Learn the cultural history of hula.
    • Try simple hula steps and make leis from native plants.

After lunch and a movie sites tour, transfer directly to the Port of Honolulu.

Board Norwegian Cruise Line’s Pride of America for your 7-night Hawaiʻi cruise—your floating home as you explore the rest of the islands.

Sail-away from Honolulu this evening.

“For from Him and through Him and for Him are all things.” – Romans 11:36

CRUISE ITINERARY OVERVIEW (PRIDE OF AMERICA)

Ship: Pride of America • Norwegian Cruise Line
Cruise Portion: June 19–26, 2027

“For from Him and through Him and for Him are all things.” – Romans 11:36

Day 5 – Sunday, June 20, 2027

Maui – Arrival & Overnight in Port

  • Arrive in beautiful Maui, the “Valley Isle.”
  • Enjoy beaches, local shops, and island scenery.
  • Overnight in port gives you extra time for evening activities ashore (optional excursions).
Day 6 – Monday, June 21, 2027

Maui – Full Day

  • A second full day to explore Maui.
  • Optional experiences (booked through NCL or independently) may include:
  • Sunrise or sunset at Haleakalā (weather permitting)
  • Touring ʻĪao Valley
  • Snorkeling or sailing
  • Road to Hāna for the adventurous

Evening sail-away as we journey toward the Island of Hawaiʻi.

Day 7 – Tuesday, June 22, 2027

Hilo – Lush Rainforests & Volcanoes

  • Arrive in Hilo, often compared to one giant greenhouse with tropical flowers everywhere.
  • Visit the town’s well-preserved historic buildings dating back to the early 1900s, reflecting Hawaii’s unique plantation-era architecture.
  • Optional excursion to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, about 30 miles away:
    • See the landscape shaped by the active Kīlauea Volcano.
    • Experience volcanic craters, steam vents, and rainforest areas.

Hilo showcases the raw power and beauty of God’s creation.

Day 8 – Wednesday, June 23, 2027

Kona – Classic Island Fun

  • Arrive in Kona, known for sunny skies and crystal-blue waters.
  • Optional activities:
    • Snorkeling among colorful tropical fish
    • Surfing lessons or kayaking
    • Deep-sea fishing
    • Visiting local coffee farms and sampling world-famous Kona coffee

Kona offers the quintessential Hawaii beach experience with plenty of time to relax or explore.

Day 10 – Friday, June 25, 2027

Kauaʻi – Second Day on the Garden Isle

  • Another half day to discover more of Kauaʻi.
  • Optional excursions might include:
    • Waimea Canyon, the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific”
    • River cruises, hiking, or beach time
    • Additional cultural and historical tours

Return to the ship for a 2 PM departure and prepare for one of the cruise’s most breathtaking scenes.

Afternoon Scenic Cruise of the Nā Pali Coast

  • Soaring emerald cliffs
  • Hidden valleys and waterfalls
  • A coastline largely inaccessible by road

This is one of the most iconic views in all of Hawaii and a powerful moment for reflection.

“The sea is His, for He made it, and His hands formed the dry land.” – Psalm 95:5

Day 9 – Thursday, June 24, 2027

Kauaʻi – The Garden Isle

  • Arrive at Kauaʻi, believed by many to be Hawaii’s most beautiful island.
  • The port is named for the wiliwili trees that once lined its charming harbor.
  • Highlights of “The Garden Island”:
    • The dramatic mountains and valleys of Kōkeʻe
    • Cool rainforests of Hāʻena
    • Waterfalls, emerald cliffs, and lush scenery
  • Opportunity (time and arrangements permitting) to experience a traditional Hawaiian luau, with food, music, and dance.
Day 11 – Saturday, June 26, 2027

Honolulu – Pearl Harbor & Journey Home

  • Arrive back in Honolulu and disembark Pride of America.
  • Return to Pearl Harbor for a final visit to the USS Arizona Memorial (subject to NPS availability):
  • Another opportunity for reflection and prayer as we close our Hawaii journey.
  • Transfer to Honolulu Airport for your flight back home.

Return home with new friends, unforgettable memories, and a renewed sense of God’s presence and majesty.

Day 12 – Sunday, June 27, 2027

Arrive back in Texas at George Bush International Airport

PRICING

Tour Cost:

Per person, based on double occupancy • Complete 12-Day Land & Cruise Package
(3-night Oʻahu land package + all listed land tours + 7-night Pride of America cruise)

  • Balcony Stateroom: Approx $6,455 per person
  • Ocean View Obstructed Stateroom: Approx $5,530 per person
  • Inside Stateroom: Approx $5,437 per person

Single, triple, and quad rates available upon request. Other types of staterooms are available.
All rates are per person, based on double occupancy. To confirm exact rates please call.

Important Airfare Note

  • Airfare is NOT included in the tour prices listed above.
  • It is too early for airlines to publish final fares for June 2027.
  • Once schedules and rates are available, Heaven Bound Tours will:
    • Research group air options from IAH to Honolulu and return, and
    • Provide a separate airfare quote that can be added to your package.

Guests may also arrange their own flights; we will provide recommended flight windows and meeting times.

WHAT YOUR COST INCLUDES:

Land Package – Oʻahu

  • 3 nights at Hyatt Waikiki Hotel (or similar)
  • Scheduled Oʻahu excursions:
    • Dole Plantation
    • Polynesian Cultural Center
    • Pearl Harbor & USS Arizona Memorial (subject to availability)
    • National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific (Punchbowl)
    • Honolulu city tour (State Capitol, Governor’s Mansion, ʻIolani Palace exterior, King Kamehameha statue)
    • Kualoa Ranch cultural experience & movie sites tour

Cruise Package – Pride of America

  • 7-night Norwegian Cruise Line inter-island sailing
  • Shipboard accommodations in your chosen stateroom category
  • All cruise taxes and fees
  • Most meals in main dining rooms and buffet
  • Onboard entertainment and many ship activities
Special NCL Inclusions:
  • Beverage Package (per NCL group offer terms)
  • Specialty Dining Package:
    • 3 nights specialty dining for Balcony & Ocean View Obstructed Staterooms
    • 2 nights specialty dining for Inside Staterooms
  • Wi-Fi Package: 150 minutes per stateroom
  • $100 Onboard Credit per stateroom
  • $50 Shore Excursion Credit per stateroom (toward NCL-booked excursions, per NCL terms)
  • Prepaid gratuities to ship personnel (standard service charges for dining room and cabin staff)

Ground Transportation

  • Airport shuttle to and from IAH (Houston – George Bush Intercontinental Airport) for group departure/return
  • Group transfers in Honolulu:
    • Airport → Hyatt Waikiki
    • Hyatt Waikiki → Cruise Pier
    • Cruise Pier → Pearl Harbor (final day) → Honolulu Airport
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:
  • Roundtrip airfare between IAH and Honolulu (to be quoted separately at a later date or purchased on your own)
  • Travel insurance (optional but strongly recommended)
  • Airline baggage fees (if applicable)
  • Gratuities for land tour drivers/guides and any personal tipping beyond prepaid ship gratuities
  • Optional shore excursions in Maui, Hilo, Kona, and Kauaʻi
  • Additional specialty dining beyond what’s included in your package
  • Beverages not covered by the Beverage Package (per NCL terms)
  • Personal expenses: laundry, spa treatments, souvenirs, etc.
  • Any meals not specifically listed as included
DEPOSIT, PAYMENTS & INSURANCE:

Deposit to Book

  • A non-refundable deposit of $200 per person is required to secure your stateroom.
  • Space is limited; cabins are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis when deposit is received. Final Payment

Final Payment

  • Final payment is due by February 15, 2027.
  • Reservations not paid in full by this date are subject to cancellation and supplier penalties.

Optional Travel Insurance (Highly Recommended)

Travel insurance is optional but highly recommended to protect your trip investment in case of illness, emergency, or other covered reasons.

Insurance Cost (Per Person):

  • Balcony Stateroom: $497 per person
  • Ocean View Obstructed or Inside Stateroom: $431 per person Important:

 

Important:

  • If you choose to purchase travel insurance, it must be added to your deposit at the time of booking.
  • Initial payment at booking will be:
    • Balcony: $200 deposit + $497 insurance = $697 per person
    • Ocean View Obstructed / Inside: $200 deposit + $431 insurance = $631 per person
ONE LAST NOTE ABOUT THIS TOUR:

Heaven Bound Tours has been taking groups to Hawaii for many years and it is one of our beloved places to take groups. Whether this is your first visit to Hawaii or a return trip, you’ll see the islands as a living testimony of God’s creativity and love. It never ceases to amaze me, nor does it disappoint as many times as we have been there.

This 2027 Heavenly Hawaii Tour will be our LAST group trip to these beautiful islands. Group space is limited and I would encourage you to act as soon as possible to not miss out on this wonderful opportunity.

CANCELLATION PENALTIES:

If canceling from the day of registration to final payment date of February 15, 2027, you will forfeit your initial deposit of $200 plus the cost of travel insurance if you purchased it.

Additionally, if you cancel after the final payment date of February 15, 2027, you lose 100% of total monies paid on trip.