Overview
Experience the best of Kauai in a single day with this convenient highlights tour, designed for travelers arriving by cruise ship (8:30 AM meeting) or Lihue Airport (9:00 AM meeting). Perfect for visitors with limited time, this tour covers Kauai’s must-see destinations including Hanapepe Town, Waimea Canyon, Kalalau Valley, Kauai Coffee Farm, Spouting Horn, and Poipu Beach.
Unlike most tours, we include a visit to the stunning Kalalau Valley Lookout, offering one of Hawaii’s most breathtaking views of emerald cliffs plunging into the Pacific Ocean. With comfortable transportation, professional guiding, and seamless pick-up directly from your arrival point, this day tour is the easiest way to experience the Garden Isle’s natural wonders before your return to the ship or flight.
Itinerary
- Begin your journey in Kauai’s charming “art town,” famous for its swinging bridge, boutique shops, and galleries. This historic town is often used as a backdrop for movies and gives a glimpse into old Hawaii. (20 mins)
- Known as the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific,” Waimea Canyon showcases dramatic cliffs, colorful rock layers, and panoramic views that stretch for miles. Enjoy multiple lookout points for the best photo opportunities (20 mins)
- Exclusive highlight of this tour! While most tours stop short, you’ll continue on to Kalalau Valley Lookout, where you can admire one of Hawaii’s most breathtaking vistas—lush green cliffs cascading into the Pacific Ocean. This unforgettable view is often considered the crown jewel of Kauai. (2-3 minutes walking necessary from parking to lookout- 450ft) (15 mins)
- Lunch will be about 40 minutes and will take place in the town near Waimea. Guests will have time to enjoy a meal, relax, and experience the local atmosphere before continuing the tour (40 mins)
- Visit Hawaii’s largest coffee plantation. Stroll through the fields, learn about the coffee-growing process, and enjoy samples of freshly roasted Kauai coffee. A perfect stop for souvenirs to bring back home. (15 mins)
- End your adventure at Kauai’s sunny south shore. Relax on the golden sands, watch sea turtles basking on the beach, or simply soak in the tropical scenery before returning to Lihue Airport or Nawiliwili Harbor (cruise port) (15 mins)
- Witness one of Kauai’s most famous natural wonders. As waves crash into lava tubes, seawater shoots into the air like a geyser, creating dramatic sights and sounds. (15 mins)
What’s Included
Inclusions
- • Professional driver/guide
- • Entrance fee & parking at Waimea Canyon State Park
Exclusions
- •Lunch
- • Guide gratuities (optional)
Meeting & Logistics
Special Instructions
Customer can use mobile and paper tickets for tour either.
Additional Info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
