Maui Vacation Itinerary


Looking for how to best explore Maui in one week?

Use these curated 7-day itineraries by Delta Vacations travel experts to explore this Hawaiian paradise—and easily book your flights, hotels, rides, and activities all in one place.

Tours and activities (bolded below) can be added in the “Extras” section before checkout for a seamless travel experience.

DAY 1: Aloha, Maui


Tropical beach sunset with palm trees, rocky shoreline and dramatic clouds. Tropical beach sunset with palm trees, rocky shoreline and dramatic clouds.

ARRIVE: 

  • Fly into OGG, pick up your rental car, and drive to your hotel

STAY: 

AFTERNOON:

  • Relax by renting a resort cabana
  • Or, unwind from your flight with a visit to the Andaz spa

EVENING:

  • Try one of Andaz’s signature restaurants, like Ka’ana Kitchen or Morimoto Maui
  • Walk along Wailea Beach for a peaceful, oceanfront sunset

DAY 2: Sunrise and Upcountry


Traveler standing on rocky mountain summit photographing a dramatic volcanic landscape with mountains and clouds. Traveler standing on rocky mountain summit photographing a dramatic volcanic landscape with mountains and clouds.

MORNING:

  • Drive to Haleakalā National Park for a spectacular sunrise (reservation required)
  • Enjoy breakfast at Grandma’s Coffee House

AFTERNOON:

  • Visit the Lavender Farm in Upcountry Maui
  • Tour the Ocean Vodka Distillery for tastings and scenic views

EVENING:

  • Return to Wailea for dinner at Lineage or Ferraro’s at Four Seasons

DAY 3: Road Trip


Lush tropical garden path in Maui surrounded by palm trees, vibrant red plants, and green mountain scenery. Lush tropical garden path in Maui surrounded by palm trees, vibrant red plants, and green mountain scenery.

MORNING / AFTERNOON:

  • Take a Road to Hana guided tour, with stops at Pa’ia Town, Kaumahina State Park, Ke’anae Peninsula and the black sand beaches at Wai’ānapanapa
  • Picnic along the way, or enjoy lunch at a roadside stand, such as Hana Farms

EVENING:

  • Return to the resort for a light dinner or room service

DAY 4: Fish and Feast


Snorkeler swimming alongside a Hawaiian green sea turtle in clear blue ocean waters. Snorkeler swimming alongside a Hawaiian green sea turtle in clear blue ocean waters.

MORNING:

  • See vibrant marine wildlife on the Molokini Snorkel Tour

AFTERNOON:

  • Enjoy lunch at Monkeypod Kitchen or The Market Maui
  • Relax at the resort, with beach time or a spa treatment

EVENING:

  • Attend the Old Lahaina Luau or Royal Lahaina Luau

DAY 5: Maui From Above


Aerial helicopter view of Maui's rugged coastline, lush green cliffs, and turquoise ocean. Aerial helicopter view of Maui's rugged coastline, lush green cliffs, and turquoise ocean.

MORNING:

  • Take a helicopter tour for a bird’s-eye view of waterfalls, volcanoes and lush valleys

AFTERNOON:

  • Enjoy lunch at Café O’Lei at the Mill House
  • Zipline through the rugged mountains above Ka’anapali

EVENING:

  • Enjoy a romantic dinner at Humble Market Kitchen or Nick’s Fishmarket 

DAY 6: Grand Finale


Lush green mountain peaks and ridges in Maui surrounded by clouds and tropical vegetation. Lush green mountain peaks and ridges in Maui surrounded by clouds and tropical vegetation.

MORNING:

  • Visit Iao Valley State Monument, where you can embark on a short hike to take in the lush scenery

AFTERNOON:

  • Stop in Wailuku or Paia for local eats
  • Return to the resort to relax at the pool or beach

EVENING:

  • Take in a final beachside sunset with dinner at Duke’s Maui

DAY 7: Farewell, Maui


Tropical Maui coatline with palm trees, black lava rocks, and lush tropical greenery. Tropical Maui coatline with palm trees, black lava rocks, and lush tropical greenery.

MORNING:

  • Sleep in, or take a final beach walk
  • Enjoy brunch at Ka’ana Kitchen or a nearby resort café

AFTERNOON:

  • Enjoy the spa or pool, or take on some last-minute shopping
  • Freshen up before heading to the airport for your evening departure

DAY 1: Aloha, Maui


Scenic coastal view of Maui with turquoise ocean waters, lush green cliffs, and tropical vegetation. Scenic coastal view of Maui with turquoise ocean waters, lush green cliffs, and tropical vegetation.

ARRIVE: 

  • Fly into OGG, pick up your rental car, and drive to your hotel

STAY: 

AFTERNOON:

  • Explore the resort’s 87,000-square-foot pool playground with splash zones and a 270-foot water slide
  • Relax on Ka’anapali Beach

EVENING:

  • Enjoy an oceanfront meal at Leilani’s on the Beach

DAY 2: Above the Clouds


Sunrise over Haleakala crater in Maui with volcanic landscape. Sunrise over Haleakala crater in Maui with volcanic landscape.

MORNING:

  • Drive to Haleakalā National Park for a spectacular sunrise (reservation required)
  • Enjoy breakfast at Grandma’s Coffee House

AFTERNOON:

  • Visit Surfing Goat Dairy Farm, full of fun for kids and great cheese tasting
  • Return to the resort for more pool or beach time

EVENING:

  • Opt for a casual dinner at the resort, or dine out at Hula Grill

DAY 3: Surf and Sail


Underwater view of a surfer riding a wave in Maui's clear blue ocean. Underwater view of a surfer riding a wave in Maui's clear blue ocean.

MORNING:

  • Visit the Maui Ocean Center, featuring interactive exhibits with sharks, sea turtles and more
  • Stay onsite for lunch at the Seascape Restaurant

AFTERNOON:

  • “Hang ten” with a surfing lesson on Kihei Beach

EVENING:

  • Enjoy a family meal at Monkeypod Kitchen
  • If you’re looking for more time on the water instead, take a sunset dinner sail

DAY 4: Snorkel and Luau


Snorkeler swimming alongside a Hawaiian green sea turtle in clear blue ocean waters. Snorkeler swimming alongside a Hawaiian green sea turtle in clear blue ocean waters.

MORNING:

  • Book a family-friendly snorkel cruise to swim amongst the turtles, colorful fish and more

AFTERNOON:

  • Refuel with lunch at Whalers Village Food Court, or Leoda’s Kitchen and Pie Shop
  • Let the kids loose at the Westin Family Kids Club, while adults can relax or visit the spa

EVENING:

  • Attend the Old Lahaina Luau for a cultural meal and show

DAY 5: Up, Up, and Away


Helicopter in flight in the mountains. Helicopter in flight in the mountains.

MORNING:

  • Take a helicopter tour for a bird’s-eye view of waterfalls, volcanoes and lush valleys

AFTERNOON:

  • Go out for a local lunch at Café O’Lei at the Mill House or Down the Hatch
  • Relax at the resort, or try an onsite water activity

EVENING:

  • Try fresh fish and local ingredients at Japengo, or eat a farm-to-table meal at Merriman’s Kapalua

DAY 6: Final Adventures


Lush tropical garden path in Maui surrounded by palm trees, vibrant red plants, and green mountain scenery. Lush tropical garden path in Maui surrounded by palm trees, vibrant red plants, and green mountain scenery.

MORNING / AFTERNOON:

  • Take an adventurous drive on the Road to Hana, with a picnic on the road and stops for the Twin Falls, Garden of Eden, Ke’anae Peninsula and more
  • Or, opt for more beach time, spa treatments or shopping at Whalers Village

EVENING:

  • Take in one final Pacific sunset over the ocean with cocktails at the resort

DAY 7: Farewell, Maui


Sunset over palm trees and the Pacific Ocean in Maui with golden sky and tropical landscape. Sunset over palm trees and the Pacific Ocean in Maui with golden sky and tropical landscape.

MORNING:

  • Enjoy a final swim or beach walk, followed by brunch at The Gazebo or Kihei Caffe
  • Check out and drive to the airport for departure

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Delta Vacations - Curated Itinerary Terms

  • Curated itinerary may include publicly available landmarks and/or destinations, activities that are administered by third parties that have no affiliation with DLV, and activities that require reservations through a third party. 
  • Recommendations in bold are administered by third parties with whom DLV partners to offer vacation packages, and are subject to applicable terms and conditions when booked through DLV as part of a vacation package.
  • Curated itinerary is for demonstration purposes only.
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