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Kauai Highlights Sightseeing Tour. Da best of the south, east and west!
Cruiseships Kauai Island - Sightseeing Tour - 7.5 hrs.
Kauai Highlights Small Group Tour. A taste of the South & West
Cruiseships Kauai Island - Sightseeing Tour - 7.5 hrs.
Kauai Highlights Tour. Da best of the south & west. 7-8 hrs

Kauai Highlights Small Group Tour. A taste of the South & West

By Kauai Soul Travel
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Overview

The Kauai Highlights is a small group tour lead by a local family business.
Available only on Thursdays.

We will take you on a ride to enjoy some of the best highlights of Kauai’s south and west. Kick back and relax in our comfortable air condition vans while we show you the power and beauty of nature, and share amazing stories about the history, culture and geology of the islands.

Included on this tour are several stops at the famous Waimea Canyon, the Spouting Horn, charming Hanapepe town and its swinging bridge, Waimea Bay; one of our only black sand beaches where Captain Cook first landed in Hawaii, and the Kauai Coffee co.

A full day filled with beautiful sites, ample time to take in the views , snap great pictures, tasting locally made foods, and shopping local.

Take the day off from driving and let us show you Kauai through local eyes. We would love to guide you.

ATT all NCL cruise ship passengers: We can drop off at port by 3:30pm on Fridays. Ship departs at 5pm

Activity location

  • Spouting Horn
    • South Shore,
    • Poipu, Hawaii, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Island Country Market
    • 4-484 Kuhio Highway
    • 96746, Kapaʻa, Hawaii, United States

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Sorry this activity isn't available on Thu, May 2
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedMap of Kauai
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntrance fee to Waimea State Park
  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's includedTwo pick up locations: 8am at the Coconut Market place in Kapaa & 8:30am at the Harbor Mall in Lihue
  • What's includedWhat's included3 drop-off locations: cruise ship at 3:30pm, Harbor Mall at 3:45pm & Coconut Market Place at 4:15pm
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedChicken in a Barrel at the Waimea Plantation Cottages
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedWheelchair accessibility. Our vehicles have no room to stow a wheelchair or walkers.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedInfant and toddler car seats. If you have one please bring it.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuities

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Provide us with a good phone number when booking. We will be contacting you the day before the tour via text with tour details and/or any changes. Acknowledge our text message when you get it.
  • Wear comfortable clothing, good walking shoes, hat or cap and sunglasses.
  • If you weigh 300 lbs and up please contact us so we can make arrangements to give you an extra seat. There will be an additional fee for this.
  • No refunds pass the 24 hours prior to the start of the tour.
  • In consideration for on time guests and our after hours duties we are unable to wait for late arrivals.
  • We can drop off guest at the cruise port at 3:30pm, and the airport.

Activity itinerary

Spouting Horn
  • 15m
A drive through the beautiful tunnel of trees will lead us to our first stop at the famous Spouting Horn, an extinct lava tube that became a water geyser. Marvel at the power of nature as the waves crash on the shore and water rushes through the tube. Your guide will share the legend of the site, sound effects and all.
Hanapepe Valley Lookout
  • 10m
Before heading to the charming and historic town of Hanapepe, we will make a brief stop at this lookout to enjoy the scenic vistas of this verdant valley.
Swinging Bridge
  • 1h
Next in our agenda is a visit to the historic and charming plantation town of Hanapepe. It’s time for a morning snack at Midnight Bear Bakery, where you can enjoy delicious and fresh made pastries with an island twist. In this town you will have an opportunity to support many of the small local businesses boasting Hawaii made souvenirs, artwork and spices. Last but not least, take a walk across the famous swinging bridge built in 1911, if you dare!
Waimea Canyon State Park
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Waimea Canyon State Park is one of Kauai's gems, known as the mini Grand Canyon of the Pacific. Here we will make 4 stops, including the main lookout at 3400 feet elevation. You will see the Canyon from various angles and also the Forbidden island of Niihau from afar. Many stories will be shared and fabulous pictures taken. This is the highlight of the tour! Majestic beauty at its finest!
Waimea Plantation Cottages
  • 1h 15m
Around 12-1pm we will head to the beautiful grounds of the Waimea Plantation Cottages built in the early 1900's during the sugar plantation days. Overlooking at the blue Pacific Ocean and many tropical trees, we will enjoy delicious lunch at famous Chicken in a Barrel. Have a beer while you are at it! they have a beer wall with over 10 selections or a cocktail; after all you are not driving. We will take a leisure stroll through the property to visit Waimea Bay, one of our few black sand beaches, and Captain Cook's first landing place in Hawaii.
Kauai Coffee Company
  • 45m
Our adventure begins with a worthwhile visit to Kauai Coffee Co., the largest coffee orchard in the US. At their visitor center you can sample various roast for free, take a stroll through part of their orchard, learn all about the process from seed to cup, and purchase some of your favorite beans. If you dont like coffee we got your back, have an ice cream or a locally made popsicle at their snack shop.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESSpouting Horn
    • South Shore,
    • Poipu, Hawaii, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEIsland Country Market
    • 4-484 Kuhio Highway
    • 96746, Kapaʻa, Hawaii, United States
  • PEOPLEPEOPLEHarbor Mall
    • 3501 Rice Street
    • 96766, Lihue, Hawaii, United States

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