Eastward from Maui’s big city, Kalahui, adjoining capital, Wailuku and a half-dozen beaches, windsurfing and kite-boarding paradises and the Jaws surfing colossus, and quaint historic Pa’ia leads to the famous coastal road to Hana and the road up extinct Haleakala volcano to Maui’s Upcountry.
#25-#26 – Wailuku Activities
Too often bypassed, Wailuku, Maui’s historic country seat and gateway to fantastic Iao Valley, offers much historic character, charm and exceptional meals covering the local and ethnic spectrum.
#27 – Iao Valley State Park & Wailuku Historical Tour
One of Hawaii’s premier scenic and cultural attractions, Iao Valley State Park is just a short distance from and easily combined with more touring of and dining in historic Wailuku.
#28 - #30 – North Shore
Historic Paia, the maze of roads in Haiku, east along the indented coast to Huelo, forays up Haleakala’s flanks to Kula and Upcountry, and a sidetrip in the Central Valley to scenic Waikapu open up several completely different worlds on Maui.
#31-#33 – North Shore
More time needs to be spent on foot and bike along the coast and sideroads west and east of Paia, strolling around Upcountry’s charming Makawao, visiting shops and galleries, and having breakfast, lunch and dinner in delightful local eateries of every description in these towns.
#34 -- Road to Hana
Embark on the incredible journey to Hana, stopping at and walking around a series of nature preserves and gardens, viewpoints on the magnificent coast, historic villages and ancient sites.
#35-#36 -- Hana Activities
For natural beauty and charm, Hana has few peers, and it beaches, waterfalls, hiking trails and other attractions ask for more time from those planning only a daytrip.
#37 -- Hana to 'Ohe'o and Kipahulu
The journey from Hana to Kipahulu, Lindbergh’s home, via Ohe’o Gulch and Haleakala National Park rightly attracts a great many visitors drawn by the waterfalls, other spectacular natural scenery, and spiritual mystique.
#38 -- Hana, Kipahulu, Kaupo & Upcountry
For most visitors, Kipahulu is the end of the journey on the Southwest Coast but, for the adventurous, the beautiful, rugged, unforgettable road to Kaupo and up the “backside” of Haleakala to Kula beckons.