Aloha Amanda P., great question! The tour is very unique and truly caters to "feed your 5 senses". You don't just sit at the best tables, eat specially designed tasting plates paired with signature alcoholic beverages, but you also have a a fun guide at your side where you get to learn about the incredible rich history in Hawaii, the culture, the language and so much more. It's not just a meal, it's truly an experience. You will meet new friends, have lots of photos taken and feel like the rock star that you are! What makes it worth it is that it's not just eating at a restaurant, you will actually eat at 4 of them, but it's the experience throughout the evening. And we don't just stop there. We reach out with tons of food for thought after and are happy to be a contact point not just for the tour but always, for you, your ohana, family etc. Hoaloha means friend in Hawaiian and that's a priceless element of the tour vs a simple dining experience. Please contact us directly should you have any other questions and of course, Noho Pōloli! (Stay Hungry!)

Yes, I would recommend it for the kids. Also they are happy to substitute whenever needed. Just let Gigi know ahead of time and she’ll make it happen!

Aloha VeeM20, lejaceman and byebye2u, mahalo nui, thanks so much for the quick responses! VeeM20, great questions. Before I respond, sending you an aloha filled congratulations, looks like lots of celebrating coming up for you! As for your questions, unfortunately, we are limited as to what we respond to on this forum but please go to our website, the address is located on the upper right portion of this page, and you will see the full itinerary and menu there. The best way to describe the food on our tour would be an eclectic fusion of foods that are locally sourced and represent each of our islands well with an Asian influence. Please reach out to us directly through our website and it would be our delicious pleasure to send you lots more food for thought. Until then....Noho Pololi-Stay Hungry!! Mahalo, Gigi and the Hawaii Tasting Tours Team

Aloha Yolande, great questions! Mahalo Gigi and jhwwre for the quick answers, you are too 'no ka oi', the best! For keiki's, children, that young, I would recommend our lunch tour. It's much shorter and has a specially designed menu for keiki's with fun virgin cocktails. The tour is fast paced so there is little time for boredom for them but our magic guide bags have lots of tricks in them should keiki's get distracted. Please feel free to contact us directly through our website for more information as I am not allowed to post that here. Wishing you a mele kalikimaka and we hope it is delicious! Mahalo, Gigi and the Hawaii Tasting Tours team

Aloha mangano, We are so sorry that we missed this question but sending a big aloha to by ebye2u and Gigi H for taking the time to respond. We do have our dinner tour available on December 1st. Not sure what time you are in port for but please feel free to reach out to us directly and we would be more than happy to assist or answer any questions. I can't post our contact info here but you should see it on the upper right hand corner of this page. Until we hui, noho pololi, stay hungry! Mahalo, Gigi

Aloha Nathan, Great question and yes, we are more than able to accommodate our vegetarian hoaloha's (friends) on the tour. Unfortunately, I'm not able to post the link here but if you go to our website, click on Maui and sample menu, you'll see the options we have for you and your guests. (both regular and vegetarian menus) Alternately, contact us directly and I would be more than happy to forward the info to you personally. If you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to contact us and until then...Noho Pololi-Stay Hungry!

We had no problem booking either time. We booked about a month in advance. Not every day is open. That could be because the tour is not available that day or that the tour is full that day. It would be good to loosely have an idea of what you wanted to do on Maui and when you might want to take the tour. A lot of things in Maui you can book when you arrive. Some restaurants and events will fill up. So if you have a date/time in mind, say sunset on a particular day, you would want to book that restaurant/event early prior to your arrival. The Tasting Tour does have a cancellation policy that you can see by going to booking on their website. I have pasted it below for your convenience. The policy includes changing the date should something arise. They are very easy to work with so do not hesitate to email them if you have other questions. If this is your first trip to Maui I would book the tour early in your trip. Besides the great food and commentary you can ask questions concerning anything you are considering doing on your vacation or simply get some good input on what to do. For example they recommended a snorkeling site that I was not aware of that we went to. Here is the cancellation policy. “Plans changed or you've just lost your appetite? Well, no worries, it's easy to reschedule or cancel your tour if something comes up. Just call us at least 48 hours in advance and we'd be happy to assist. Unfortunately, reservations cancelled within 48 hours of the event are non-refundable including no shows. For groups of 6 or more, 7 days advance notice is required.**There is a 10% cancellation processing fee. By participating on the tour, you and all participants in your group agree to HTT Terms and Conditions click link to open.”

Aloha kakou, Mahalo nui for the excellent answers and RLC, you are too 'no ka oi!', the best, amazing suggestions!!! I would naturally recommend our tour if we were open. We are closed on Sundays until our Oahu tour is fully running. We delve into the language, culture, pineapples, shave ice, islands, Hawaiian history...you name it and sounds ideal for what you are seeking. In the meantime, I can't make any attachments here but please feel free to email us through our website. I can forward a number of items that might assist in planning and we are always happy to be a touch point for you on the island whether you book with us or not. Our goal is to ensure you have an incredible time in paradise, food or non-food, we are here for you! Until then, Noho Pololi, Stay Hungry! The Hawaii Tasting Tours Team

Aloha kakou, everyone, great responses and mahalo for the amazing feedback!! Such fun memories with you! Sending you big hugs and of course, lots of delicious aloha! Tina, thank you for the interest and here is a little more info for you: What we offer: History. Culture. Food. Fun! Hawaii Tasting Tours is proud to offer it all while experiencing 4 or 5 of the best restaurants on Maui, all in 1 tour! On our guided walking tours, you will enjoy a progressive meal with each course served at a different restaurant on Maui. Each restaurant offers the best seat in the house and has created a signature tasting plate and beverage for our tour guests to showcase their tastiest dishes. With your Gastro Guide at your side, you will be entertained throughout the tour with cultural and historical facts about Hawaii with fun give aways and prizes and more! Tours: Lahaina Aina Awakea, Lunch Tour, Lahaina Lights Dinner Tour. Time: Lunch: 11:30-3 pm and Dinner: 5 pm-10 pm Restaurants: Lunch: Fleetwood’s on Front Street, Lahaina Fish Co., Koa Seaside Grill, Ululani’s Shave Ice Dinner: Fleetwood’s on Front Street, Lahaina Fish Co., Sale Pepe, Kobe Maui, Ululani’s Shave Ice Cost: Lunch $129 pp and Dinner: $179 pp, state tax excluded. Inclusions: Tasting plate, signature alcoholic beverage, 20% gratuities for servers at each location, a knowledgeable Gastro Guide at your side to teach you about the history and culture of Hawaii, photos taken throughout the experience, roughly 40 photos, as well as trivia with fun prizes at the end of the tour. There are a number of fun surprises we have from learning about the ocean to shave ice coupons as well. Our tours truly feed your 5 senses where you taste your way through Lahaina while meeting new people and learning cultural facts. Just be ready to get you food and fun on! Please let me know what other questions you may have and until then….Noho Pōloli! (Stay Hungry!) With warm aloha, Gigi 808.359.8159