Kauai Highlights Full Day Tour with Waikiki Pickup

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7 to 8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

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.

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
Guide gratuities
lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up from most hotels in Waikiki around 8:00 AM (depending on the flight time). We will inform you of your exact pick-up time and details via Viator messenger or by text/call one day before the tour. Please make sure to check the message we send you the day before your tour. Please keep in mind that we require a minimum number of passengers to operate the tour, and we will confirm this two days before the tour. If you are staying outside Waikiki, please meet your tour guide at Lihue Airport. If you have any questions, please message us through the Viator platform, and we will get back to you within 48 hours.

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Meeting point

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.

End point

** We will drop you off at the same location where you were picked up, either your hotel in the Waikiki area or Lihue Airport.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Hanapepe

    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 • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Waimea Canyon State Park

    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
  • 3
    Kalalau Lookout

    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
  • 4
    Waimea

    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 • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Kauai Coffee Company

    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
  • 6
    Poipu Beach Park

    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 • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Spouting Horn

    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 • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Tournet Hawaii, Inc.

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