9 days in Maui Itinerary

Once the booming capital of the Hawaiian Kingdom, the tropical paradise of Lahaina still remains one of Maui's top vacation attractions, providing both culture and recreation.

Explore Lahaina's surroundings by going to Helicopter Tours (in Kahului), Iao Valley (in Wailuku) and Kamaole Beach Park III (in Kihei). There's much more to do: see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, kick back and relax at Ka'anapali Beach, take a stroll through Lahaina Front Street, and stroll through Napili Beach.

To see where to stay, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Lahaina online day trip planner.

San Francisco to Lahaina is an approximately 10-hour flight. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from San Francisco to Lahaina due to the time zone difference. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from San Francisco in November, with highs in Lahaina at 81°F and lows at 71°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Fri) to allow enough time to take a bus to Haleakala National Park.

Haleakala National Park offers visitors the rare opportunity to walk down into the intact crater of a volcano.

Start off your visit on the 28th (Sat): cruise along Hana Highway - Road to Hana.

To see traveler tips, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Haleakala National Park trip maker tool.

Take a bus from Lahaina to Haleakala National Park in 2 hours. In November, daily temperatures in Haleakala National Park can reach 84°F, while at night they dip to 68°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 29th (Sun) to allow time for travel back home.