Experience the true flavors of Maui on The Taste of Maui Island Tour.

No other island is like Maui. With the now dormant volcano giant, Haleakala, dominating the Maui landscape, this island has the best growing climate for tropical flowers, exotic fruits, sweet berries, and breathtaking fields of lavender.

The Maui Island Taste of Maui Tour begins with a scenic drive along the north coast of Maui's Road to Hana, before turning inland to Pineapple Country for a lush green drive up the slopes of Haleakala.

Along our route, we venture through the historical sugar cane Plantation Town of Pa'ai with it's characteristic colorful historic buildings along the charming beachfront drive. Next we stop at the most famous Hawaiian windsurfing beach, Ho'okipa where you will have the opportunity to watch world-class windsurfers catch the wind and ride the waves.

As we begin our ascent up the volcano Haleakala, the scenery change from a tropical coastal beach environment to rich green rolling hills. This is the heart of Maui, home to working ranches, rich farmland and botanical gardens.

Here we visit the favorite destination spot for King Kalakaua and his royal party, the Ulupalakua Ranch. This is a working ranch dating back to 1845. There is no location in Hawaii that is comparable to this area of Maui's upcountry with stunning panoramic views of Maui's southern coast and Lanai, Molokini and Kahoolawe.

At Ulupalakua Ranch we stop at the Ranch Store to give you a opportunity to browse the colorful isles of locally made fresh Hawaiian products. Selections include jellies and jams made from locally grown papaya, pineapple, mango and guava; coffee, cookies, chocolates and handmade Hawaiian souvenirs and artwork. This is a fantastic location to pickup something uniquely Hawaiian for yourself, your friends and your family.

Continuing on from the Ranch Store, you will visit Maui's Winery located in the historical King Kalakaua's Holiday Cottage. Sampler are offered and you are invited to try red, white, raspberry and pineapple wines all made from Maui grown fruits and berries. In addition to wine tasting, there is boutique store stocked with an impressive selection of Hawaiian products ranging from tropical spices and seasoning, teas and coffees, unique Hawaiian bath and body products and the best selection of Maui wines. This is a fantastic location to find a taste of Maui to take home from your vacation.

Before leaving the beautiful Ulupalakua Ranch, you will relax and enjoy a fabulous Hawaii lunch of gourmet Maui Cattle Burgers or Taro Burgers, Bibb lettuce, tomatoes, choice of cheddar, pepper jack, or Swiss cheese.

Our next stop on the slopes of Haleakala is a 4th generation family farm. The views available from this location are outstanding, allow an amazing birds eye view of rolling hills and vistas below. While at the farm, you will visit the farms market stand stocked with fresh picked fruits and vegetables as well as a variety of gourmet products made at the farm.

Our final stop on your Taste of Maui tour is a stunning lavender farm. You will enjoy a walking tour of these vibrant purple gardens, learn about lavenders health benefits, sample lavender tea and scones as well as shop for locally made Maui lavender products to take home with you.

The Taste of Maui Island Tour includes:

* Cruise Ship Port Pick-up: where you will be met by your Tour Guide / Driver

* Plantation Town of Pa'ai and Hawaiian windsurfing beach, Ho`okipa: scenic drive

* Pineapple Country and the Heart of Maui: scenic drive

* Slopes of Volcano Haleakala upcountry Maui: scenic drive

* Ulupalakua Ranch and Ranch Store - unique local Hawaiian products

* Maui's Winery at historical King's Holiday Cottage - wine tasting option $10 per person and boutique store

* Hawaii lunch - fresh Hawaiian lunch, gourmet beef or taro burgers.

* 4th generation family farm - fresh gourmet made from local grown products

* Lavender farm, cafe and boutique - all locally made lavender products, lavender tea, coffee and scones

* Cruise Ship Port Drop-off

This highly exclusive tour have limited capacity so please book early to insure your seats on this incredible excursion!