Lihue Trip Overview
Buckle up for a tropical adventure you’ll never forget! Cruise through lush jungles, walk along pristine beaches, and dive into the history of the beautiful island of Kauai.
Learn about the culture and how everything changed when sugar plantations arrived. Hear about clashing cultures and… a failed Russian invasion? No, really!
Recommended: Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!
Here’s how it works: Within 30 mins, we’ll send you two things: a unique password and an app. Download the app onto your phone and enter the password. Then download the tour inside. When you reach there, drive to the Kauai Visitors Bureau. Once there, launch the app and simply follow the instructions from there! Stick to our recommended route and speed limit for the best experience.
NO EXPIRATION — THE TOUR IS AVAILABLE FROM THE MINUTE YOU BOOK UNTIL FOREVER!
This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check pandemic rules & opening hours before your visit.
Additional Info
Duration: 2 to 3 hours
Starts: Lihue, United States
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Lihue, Hawaii, United States
Buckle up for a tropical adventure you’ll never forget! Cruise through lush jungles, walk along pristine beaches, and dive into the history of the beautiful island of Kauai.
Learn about the culture and how everything changed when sugar plantations arrived. Hear about clashing cultures and… a failed Russian invasion? No, really!
Recommended: Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!
Here’s how it works: Within 30 mins, we’ll send you two things: a unique password and an app. Download the app onto your phone and enter the password. Then download the tour inside. When you reach there, drive to the Kauai Visitors Bureau. Once there, launch the app and simply follow the instructions from there! Stick to our recommended route and speed limit for the best experience.
NO EXPIRATION — THE TOUR IS AVAILABLE FROM THE MINUTE YOU BOOK UNTIL FOREVER!
This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check pandemic rules & opening hours before your visit.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Kauai Visitors Bureau, 4473 Pahe`e Street Suite F, Lihue, HI 96766, USA
Prepare to embark on a drive through paradise! This tour takes you through all the most beautiful, most exciting parts of Kauai. Discover the very best this island has to offer from the comfort of your car or a rental.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Kalapaki Beach, Shoreline Access Off Highway 56, Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766
Your first stop is Kalapaki, home to a pristine white beach and some impossibly calm water, thanks to a sea wall which keeps the waves at bay.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Grove Farm Sugar Plantation Museum, 4050 Nawiliwili Rd, Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766-8600
Get a dose of Hawaiian history at the Sugarcane & Grove Farm, where you’ll learn about how this cash crop forever altered the course of Hawaii’s future.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Tree Tunnel, 520 Maluhia Rd, Koloa, HI 96756, USA
You won’t have to wait long to experience some of Kauai’s signature jungle beauty. The “Tree Tunnel” is a mile-long tunnel of eucalyptus trees which make for some seriously picturesque driving.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Old Koloa Town, Koloa Road, Koloa, Kauai, HI 96756
Get a glimpse into the past at Old Koloa Town, a quaint little village dating back to the days of sugar plantations.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Old Koloa Sugar Mill, Koloa, HI 96756, USA
Those hoping to learn more about Hawaii’s sugar history can take a detour to an old sugar mill next.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Poipu Beach Park, Hoona Rd, Poipu, Koloa, Kauai, HI 96756
Why settle for one beach when you can have two in one spot? Poipu Beach consists of two sandy crescents forming a double beach, and is a perfect spot for swimming, snorkeling, and much more.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Hanapepe Valley Lookout, Kaumualii Hwy, Kalaheo, HI 96741, USA
Continuing on, you’ll reach the Hanapepe Valley Lookout. Don’t forget to bring a camera when you check out these outstanding views!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Hanapepe Swinging Bridge, 3857 Iona Rd, Hanapepe, HI 96716, USA
In the town of Hanapepe you’ll encounter the Hanapepe Swinging Bridge. This fun attraction might seem unstable when the weather turns windy, but don’t worry, it’s actually supposed to sway as much as it does!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Russian Fort Elizabeth State Historical Park, Highway 50, Waimea, Kauai, HI 96766-1875
Up next is a truly strange historical landmark: a Russian fort left over from a failed invasion attempt! Get to know the story behind it as you explore this peculiar piece of history.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Niihau – The Forbidden Island, Kauai, HI
You’ll then pass Niihau, also known as The Forbidden Island. This privately-owned island has been forbidden to visitors for generations.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Red Dirt Waterfall, State Hwy 550, Waimea, HI 96796, USA
Your route takes you next past an unusual attraction, the Red Dirt Waterfall. This waterfall is exactly what it sounds like; it gets its red color from a high concentration of iron in the soil.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Iliau Nature Loop & Kukui Trail, Kokee Rd, Waimea, HI 96796, USA
The Kukui Trail, up next, is a great option for experienced hikers, while those looking for an easier trek will love the Iliau Nature Loop. Both are great ways to get better acquainted with Kauai’s gorgeous natural scenery.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Waimea Canyon State Park, Waimea Canyon Dr, Waimea, HI 96796, USA
Your route leads next to the so-called “Grand Canyon of the Pacific”: Waimea Canyon. If anything on this trip is an absolute must-see, it’s this. You truly won’t believe your eyes!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Puu Hinahina Lookout, Mile Marker 13, Highway 550, Waimea, Kauai, HI
For the best look at the Waimea Canyon, proceed to the Pu’u Hinahina Lookout. Here, you’ll have the chance to snap some photos that are guaranteed to make your friends jealous!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Waimea Canyon State Park, Waimea Canyon Dr, Waimea, Kauai, HI 96796
If you want to actually trek into the canyon itself, you’ll come next to the Waimea Canyon Trails, offering incredible hikes for all experience levels–as well as plenty of extra viewpoints!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Kokee Natural History Museum, 3600 Kokee Rd, Kekaha, HI 96752, USA
Want some souvenirs and a bit of extra education? Check out the Koke’e Natural History Museum, a free museum dedicated to the island’s flora and fauna.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Kōkeʻe State Park, Hanapepe, HI 96716, USA
Up next is Koke’e State Park, an essential stop if you haven’t gotten enough of hiking and smelling wildflowers.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Kalalau Lookout, Waimea Canyon Dr., Kauai, HI
One of the last lookouts on your tour is the Kalalau Lookout, offering spectacular views from the highest point accessible by road on the whole island.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Nā Pali Coast State Wilderness Park, Kapaʻa, HI 96746, USA
Next is the Na Pali Coast State Wilderness Park, featuring dramatic bluffs and crashing waves. It’s no wonder Hollywood has used this as a filming location more than once, including for one of the Jurassic Park movies!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Pu’u O Kila Lookout, Pihea Trail, Kapaʻa, HI 96746, USA
Finally, you’ll arrive at one last vista: Pu’u O Kila Lookout. The tour will conclude at this stunning overlook.
Duration: 5 minutes
