15 days in Hawaii Itinerary

Kōloa is an unincorporated census-designated place (CDP) in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States. Venture out of the city with trips to Photography Tours (in Kapaa), Waimea (Puu Hinahina Lookout, Waimea Canyon State Park, &more) and Hanalei (Wai`oli Hui`ia Church, Limahuli Garden and Preserve, &more). The adventure continues: enjoy the sand and surf at Poipu Beach Park, get a dose of the wild on Kauai Safaris, see the world from above with a helicopter tour, and admire the majestic nature at Na Pali Coast State Park.

To see traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Koloa online trip planner.

Albuquerque to Koloa is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Mountain Standard Time (MST) to Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time (HST), which is usually a -3 hour difference. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Albuquerque in May since evenings lows in Koloa dip to 71°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Lahaina.

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.

Change things up with these side-trips from Lahaina: Kalepolepo Beach Park (in Kihei), Ho'omana Spa Maui (in Makawao) and Haleakala Crater (in Haleakala National Park). Spend the 18th (Thu) exploring the striking scenery along Hana Highway - Road to Hana. The adventure continues: tour the pleasant surroundings at Ka'anapali Beach, stroll around Lahaina Banyan Court, stop by Lahaina Front Street, and see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

For photos, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Lahaina road trip tool.

Traveling by flight from Koloa to Lahaina takes 2.5 hours. In May, daily temperatures in Lahaina can reach 81°F, while at night they dip to 70°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight back home.