Kauai Full-Day Highlights Tour from Honolulu

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Kauai on this full-day highlights tour from Honolulu with convenient hotel pick-up service. Visit charming towns, dramatic canyons, lush valleys, and pristine beaches in one unforgettable day.
Unlike most competing tours, this experience includes a visit to Kalalau Valley—one of the most stunning and remote viewpoints in all of Hawaii, often called the 'Grand Canyon of the Pacific with an ocean view.'

Perfect for first-time visitors or those seeking a comprehensive Kauai experience in just one day.

Meeting Point

Lihue Airport Baggage Claim B

Lihue, HI 96766, USA

arriving at Lihue Airport in Kauai, go to the baggage claim B area once you exit the plane. After that, walk outside a few steps to your right, and you will see the parking area where your tour vehicle and guide will be waiting for you.

What's included:

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Honolulu
• Round-trip inter-island flights to Kauai (if applicable)
• Entrance fee & parking at Waimea Canyon State Park
• Professional driver/guide

Not included:

• lunch

What to expect:

Duration: between 7 hours and 8 hours

Hanapepe

Hanapepe, Hawaii

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.

15 minutes

Waimea Canyon State Park

Waimea Canyon Dr, Waimea, 96796, Hawaii

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 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Kalalau Lookout

Kokee Rd, Kapaʻa, 96746, Hawaii

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.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Waimea

Waimea, Hawaii

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 minutes

Kauai Coffee Company

870 Halewili Road, Kalaheo, 96741, Hawaii

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 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Poipu Beach Park

2179 Hoone Road, , Poipu, 96756, Hawaii

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 heading back to Lihue Airport.

15 minutes

Spouting Horn

South Shore, , Poipu, Hawaii

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 minutes