Things To Do In & Around Lihue, HI
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One-Day Big Island Volcano Excursion
by Discover Hawaii ToursThere’s a certain aroma of volcanic happenings in the air, hardened lava makes a particular crushing sound beneath your feet, and cracks in age-old lava rock spew steam that moistens the breeze. Watching hot lava pierce the land and spill into the relatively cool ocean is a genuine Hawaiian sight! Mt. Kilauea on Hawaii’s Big Island boasts a remarkable place in Hawaiian history, and has been erupting continuously for nearly 30 years. You’ll learn about the geology, history and legends of the volcano, visit hardened lava fields, view active steam vents, and be awestruck by the greatness of the Halema’uma’u Crater. You’ll also experience other must-see Big Island sites such as stunning black sand beaches; serene Rainbow Falls which spill over an ancient legendary Hawaiian cave and down 80 feet into a series of pools; and tranquil Liliuokalani Gardens, one of the largest Edo-style gardens of its kind outside of Japan. And yes; your airfare from Kauai is included! Highlights 3 hours at Volcanoes National Park. Hilo Town’s Rainbow Falls. Big Island Black Sand Beach Kilauea volcanic steam vents and volcanic activity of Mt. Kilauea Visit Kilauea Iki Overlook and travel historic Banyan Drive. Inter-island airfare from Oahu. This tour provider operates 25 passenger deluxe mini-coach tour buses, complete with huge viewing windows, air-conditioning, state of the art sound systems, and plush reclining captain’s chairs. Their mini-tour buses are relatively small in size, allowing stops at less accessible locations. This tour departs the Kauai Airport at 7:00am and returns at 10:30pm. Getting to Your Activity Guests are responsible for getting themselves to the Kauai Airport. Please arrive at least one hour prior to scheduled departure time. If you have children two and under traveling with you, please call us to book.
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Hawaiian Hollywood Movie Tour of Kauai
by Gray Line Hawaii Polynesian Adventure ToursThere’s a reason why Hollywood is in love with Hawaii; it’s lush, remote, and overflowing with stunning beaches. This live narrated tour will allow you to experience scenes from some of your favorite big screen movies as you travel in the comfort of a luxury mini-coach. In addition to standing or viewing the exact spots the movies were shot, you’ll also view specially licensed video of the movie scenes- proving an all inclusive Hollywood movie experience. Your professionally certified tour guide will entertain you with insider’s knowledge of exciting Hollywood island happenings as you visit over 15 scene locations from the following movies: South Pacific, Jurassic Park, Blue Hawaii, Donovan’s Reef, Pagan Love Song, Beachhead, Uncommon Valor (due to sensitivity to graphic scenes the video scene may not be shown,) Sadie Thompson, Six Days & Seven Nights, Wackiest Ship in the Navy and Raiders of the Lost Ark. Come stand in the shadow of your beloved Hollywood actors and actresses while capturing sight of some of the most beautiful and hidden Kauai locales. Highlights Enjoy a live narrated tour as you discover Kauai’s many Hollywood filming locations. Custom in vehicle video and movie scenes. Locations you will visit include: Ahukini Pier, Hanamaulu Bay, Otsuka’s, Kealia Over Look, Haupu Ridge, Poipu at Kipu Kai, Aliomanu, Hanalei Pier, Lumahai Beach, Ching Young Village, Hanalei Valley Lookout, Makaiwa Resort Quest, Opaeka’a Falls, Coco Palms, Menehune Fish Pond. Hotel pick-ups begin between 7:15 – 7:45 am depending on location on the island, with return between 2:25 – 2:45 pm. Getting to Your Activity This tour offers complimentary hotel pick up. Pick up for Lihue, Wailua & Kapaa areas: 7:30-7:45am, Poipu area: 7:15-7:30am. Please note that this tour does not service the Princeville area such as the Hale Moi, Hanalei Bay Inn. Hanalei Colony Resorts, Makai Club, Mauna Kai, Pahio at Bali Hai, Pahio at Kaeo Kai, Pahio at Shearwater, Pali Ke Kua, Princeville hotel, Puamana Condos, PuuPoa Resorts, Sandpiper Village, Sea Lodge and The Cliffs.
$103 USD Per Adult (12+) -
A Complete Day of Pearl Harbor Exploration from Lihue, Kauai
by Discover Hawaii ToursThe Garden Isle of Kauai is gorgeous, but there’s fascinating Pearl Harbor history waiting for you to unfold on Oahu. And Travergence makes getting there a breeze. In fact, we’ll take care of all the coordinating for you, and they even include airfare in your tour price. As your plane comes to rest in Honolulu, you’re greeted by your knowledgeable Pearl Harbor guide, and in short order you’ll find yourself exploring the treasures of the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. Stunning film footage, detailed photographs, interesting exhibits and museum pieces compliment your guide’s narrative, helping you begin reconstruction of that historic day: December 7th, 1941. Then, you’ll tour the impressive USS Arizona Memorial before heading over the bridge to remarkable Ford Island. Ford Island was hit hard during the attack on Pearl Harbor because it was surrounded by Battleship Row. It won’t be long before you’ll imagine what the morning may have been like for servicemen stationed at Ford Island on that fateful day. While on the island, you’ll enjoy an exciting professional guided tour of the “Mighty Mo” USS Missouri Battleship’s deck; you’ll be surrounded by remarkable aircraft as your tour through the Pacific Aviation Museum; and take part in a contemplative stop at the USS Bowfin Submarine and the USS Oklahoma Memorial. Your guide will offer interesting historical knowledge of several downtown Honolulu sites as you drive by, including: the famous King Kamehameha the Great Statue; Punchbowl National Cemetery; the royal residence of Iolani Palace; the stately Kawaiahao Church (made of coral harvested from the nearby ocean) and Ali’iolani Hale, the first Western style building erected in Honolulu. Highlights Visit the USS Arizona Memorial and the fascinating Pearl Harbor Visitor Center Take part in a 30 minute guided tour of the battleship USS Missouri deck led by a battleship expert, and then have about an hour to explore the rest of “Mighty Mo”- including the living quarters. Explore the USS Bowfin Submarine. Visit historic hangars, once scarred by the December 7th attack, that house the Pacific Aviation Museum, home of numerable authentic wartime aircraft. Visit to the USS Oklahoma Memorial Drive by a number of historic downtown Honolulu sites. Deluxe mini-coach tour buses, complete with huge viewing windows, air-conditioning, state of the art sound systems, and plush reclining captain’s chairs. Mini-tour buses are relatively small in size, allowing stops at less accessible locations. This tour departs the Lihue Airport at 6:00am and returns at 8:30 pm. Getting to Your Activity Guests are responsible for getting themselves to the Lihue Airport. Please arrive at least 1 hour prior to scheduled departure time. If you have children two and under traveling with you, please call us to book.
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Pearl Harbor and Oahu Circle Tour From Lihue, Kauai
by Discover Hawaii ToursIf you’re like most people, your Hawaiian vacation is a once in a lifetime endeavor that you’ve waited years to enjoy. So you won’t want to miss the opportunity to encounter one of Hawaii’s most cherished sites; Pearl Harbor, located on the lush island of Oahu. The December 7, 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor introduced the entire world to this otherwise serene tropical location. Today, it’s the most visited site in Hawaii, and it’s included on your circle island tour of Oahu. There’s time to investigate the Pearl Harbor Visitors Center where you can view a documentary featuring real footage and learn more about the attack. Next, you’ll board a Navy ferry that takes you to the USS Arizona Memorial which spans the battleship’s sunken hull. Then sit back and unwind, your Discover Hawaii Tours driver and guide will help you traverse the island and unearth an abundance of Hawaiian sights, sounds, scents and flavors. Listen to the sound of blue-green ocean waves crash on the famous beaches of Waimea Bay and Sunset Beach, while surfers from around the globe Hang 10. Postcard-perfect photo opportunities abound from numerous lookouts, including La’ie Point, Pali Lookout, and Hanauma Bay Lookout. Prepare to be impressed (and misted) by the Halona Blowhole as ocean shoots through ancient lava tubes. By now you’ll have worked up quite an appetite, but don’t worry; savory snacks at the Dole Pineapple Pavilion and samples of macadamia nuts and Hawaiian coffee at Tropical Farms will carry you over until you’re taken to a secret location to enjoy a fresh picnic lunch. Welcome to island time. Highlights Experience the entire island of Oahu in one tour. Pearl Harbour Visitor Center and the USS Arizona Memorial. Renowned World War II museums and narration. World famous surf beaches of Oahu’s North Shore. Dole Pineapple Plantation. Breathtaking lookout points of Hanauma Bay and La’ie Point. Historic Nu’uanu Pali Lookout. This tour provider operates 25 passenger deluxe mini-coach tour buses, complete with huge viewing windows, air-conditioning, state of the art sound systems, and plush reclining captain’s chairs. Their mini-tour buses are relatively small in size, allowing stops at less accessible locations. This tour departs the Lihue, Kauai Airport at 6:30am and returns at 8:30pm. Getting to Your Activity Guests are responsible for getting themselves to the Lihue, Kauai Airport. Please arrive at least one hour prior to scheduled departure time. If you have children two and under traveling with you, please call us to book.
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Pearl Harbor/Dole Plantation/Polynesian Cultural Center from Kauai
by Discover Hawaii ToursOahu is calling and Travergence makes visiting the third largest Hawaiian Island a cinch! All of your flights will be arranged and your days eager tour guide will welcome you at the Honolulu airport, and then take you to the historic and cultural sites of Oahu in the comfort of a deluxe coach. Your knowledgeable guide narrates along the way. You’ll begin your historic investigation of Oahu at infamous Pearl Harbor, where your guide imparts a meaningful narrative as you tour the USS Arizona Memorial and explore the Pearl Harbor Visitors Center. A documentary, chilling photographs, exhibits and museum pieces come together to help create a vivid picture of the events of December 7th, 1941. Next, you’ll voyage into Polynesia where unique scents, sights, and flavors delight your senses. Welcome to the Polynesian Cultural Center. Explore Polynesian life through a number of interactive exhibits and seven distinct “living villages” that represent the nations of Polynesia. Then jump on board and enjoy a float down a lovely lagoon surrounded by lush vegetation and examples of Polynesian life and be dazzled by native Polynesians adorned in vibrant, customary costumes as they dance atop double-hulled canoes. Then at last, you’ll restore your energy and satisfy your taste buds with a BBQ lunch. Your history and culture investigation of Oahu also includes perusing a string of some of the world’s most famous beaches along the island’s North Shore; catching dynamic views at the Nu’uanu Pali Lookout where King Kamehameha once stood in triumph, and listening to a fascinating Hawaiian legend while observing coastal island landscape at stunning La’ie point. Stops at the Dole Pineapple Pavilion and Tropical Farms serve up tasty sweet treats as well as Macadamia nuts and coffee! Aloha! Highlights Pearl Harbour Visitor Center and the USS Arizona Memorial. Renowned World War II Narration. Dole Pineapple Plantation and the Tropical Farms Coffee Plantation. World famous North Shore beaches; Waimea Bay & Sunset Beach. Polynesian Cultural Center with BBQ lunch buffet. Airfare is included in tour price. This tour provider operates 25 passenger deluxe mini-coach tour buses, complete with huge viewing windows, air-conditioning, state of the art sound systems, and plush reclining captain’s chairs. Their mini-tour buses are relatively small in size, allowing stops at less accessible locations. This tour departs the Kauai Airport at 6:30am and returns at 8:30pm. Getting to Your Activity Guests are responsible for getting themselves to the Kauai Airport. Please arrive at least one hour prior to scheduled departure time. If you have children two and under traveling with you, please call us to book.
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Experience Kauai’s Waimea Canyon and Wailua River
by Gray Line Hawaii Polynesian Adventure ToursEnjoy relaxing in a luxury tour bus while you take in the beauty of the magical “Garden Isle” of Kauai and learn about the legends and significance of its attractions. The amazing views you’ll catch of the Wailua River will have you glad you’re not responsible for driving! After several scenic stops, you’ll arrive at the simply stunning Waimea Canyon. At over 10 miles long and nearly 4000 feet deep, you’ll quickly understand why Mark Twain referred to it as “the Grand Canyon of the Pacific”. As you leave Waimea Canyon, you’ll cruise along Kauai’s southern coast (a notable resort retreat) and arrive at Spouting Horn, an entertaining natural wonder. Next you’ll board a long, flat-bottom boat and enjoy a 40 minute cruise of the Wailua River. Lined with dense, tropical vegetation and punctuated by striking green hills, a voyage on the Wailua River will leave no doubt you’re experiencing Hawaii! Highlights View beautiful Waimea Canyon and Hanapepe Valley. See the Spouting Horn blowhole at Poipu. View Queen Victoria’s profile, Nawiliwili Harbor, the birth stones and lovely Opaeka’a Falls. See the Coco Palms featured in the Elvis movie Blue Hawaii. Cruise the Wailua River and view the Fern Grotto (Fare included) Hotel pick-ups begin at 6:45 am and return 4:45-6:15 pm. Getting to Your Activity This tour offers pick up from major Kauai hotels.
$85 USD Per Adult (12+) -
Experience Kauai’s Impressive Waimea Canyon
by Gray Line Hawaii Polynesian Adventure ToursYou’ll journey in the comfort of a luxury tour bus to one of Hawaii’s most breathtaking natural wonders; Waimea Canyon. Be sure to have your camera in reach because you’ll want to snap lots of pictures of the inspiring colors and amazing vastness of gorgeous canyon. The starkness of Waimea Canyon stands in contrast to the exotic wildness you’ll see next at Hanapepe Lookout. From the Lookout you’ll view miles of lush rolling hills, charming farms, and an abundance of tropical vegetation. It’s clear why the region served as the ideal setting for the ever-popular movie, thriller Jurassic Park. Then you will travel along Kauai’s southern coast and through the resort area of Poipu (made famous in the Elvis movie, Blue Hawaii) and arrive at exciting Spouting Horn. This natural wonder emits a peculiar hissing noise as water moves under a lava shelf and explodes through a small opening at the surface. Along your journey you’ll also enjoy views of the Koloa Sugar Mill, Queen Victoria’s profile and Nawiliwili Harbor where impressive cruise ships frequently dock. Highlights View beautiful 10 mile long, 4000 feet deep Waimea Canyon. Experience the incredibly lush Hanapepe Valley. See the impressive Spouting Horn Blowhole at Poipu. Drive through the Koloa Sugar Mill and Queen Victoria’s profile. View serene Nawiliwili Harbor. This activity departs from the Lihue/Wailua area resorts at 7:15-7:35am, Poipu 8:15am and returns at 12:30 – 1:00pm. Please note that this activity is not available for Princeville passengers. Getting to Your Activity This tour offers pick up and drop off at your major Kauai hotel (Princeville excluded.)
$64 USD Per Adult (12+) -
Kauai Fly Away: Explore Pearl Harbor
by Gray Line Hawaii Polynesian Adventure ToursYour historic Pearl Harbor discovery begins with a short inter-island plane flight to the stunning island of Oahu. Board your luxury tour bus and you’re off to Pearl Harbor. Once you arrive at Pearl Harbor you’ll trace the events of WWII from the December 7th attack to the signing of the Japanese surrender aboard the USS Missouri. As you journey through the Visitor Center, fascinating artifacts, stunning photos, and amazing December 7th film footage offer you an insightful, moving introduction to Pearl Harbor. Next, you’ll head to the Arizona Memorial by way of a ride on a Navy launch. The impressive Arizona Memorial not only spans the sunken remains of the USS Arizona battleship, it serves as the final resting place of over a 1,000 sailors who lost their lives as a result of the Pearl Harbor attack. Then you’ll board a shuttle and head to historic Ford Island, where a guide will lead you through a comprehensive tour of the famous USS Missouri; the last battleship built by the US Navy and site of the legendary Japanese surrender to the Allies in 1945. As your day winds down, you’ll drive by the lovely royal palace, ‘Iolani Palace, the impressive statue of King Kamehameha the Great and drive through the tranquil Punchbowl National Cemetery. Highlights Fly from Kauai to Oahu. See artifacts of the Pearl Harbor attack and watch a film of the event at the Arizona Memorial Visitor Center. Travel aboard a navy launch to the Arizona Memorial, where you can see the “Black Tears” of oil from the sunken ship. Experience a narrated tour of the USS Missouri. Drive through the National Cemetery of the Pacific at Punchbowl. View Honolulu’s historic `Iolani Palace, Kawaiahao Church, the statue of King Kamehameha the Great, and Mission Houses Museum. You will meet a Polynesian Adventure Tours airport representative at the Lihue Airport on Kauai at 5:00am. You will return to Lihue between 6pm and 7pm, depending on your flight. Getting to Your Activity You will meet a Polynesian Adventure Tours airport representative at the Lihue Airport on Kauai at 5:00am. You are responsible for arranging your transportation to and from the Lihue Airport.
$347 USD Per Adult (12+)
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Sightseeing
Lihue’s airport makes it a jumping off point for many sightseeing tours on the Big Island, Oahu or Maui, but there are still things to see right here. The Menehune Fish Pond, built 1,000 years ago, is an impressive engineering feat, while the Kauai Museum is considered an excellent source of information on the island.
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Nature Tours
Many nature tours depart from Lihue and involve flying over to places such as the Big Island, where you’ll see the state’s impressive volcano park, or Oahu, home to Pearl Harbor as well as some notable natural spots. There are a lot of beautiful sites to be seen on the island of Kauai, such as the Waimea Canyon to the west, the National Tropical Botanical Garden and the mountain known as the Sleeping Giant, so hop in a car and explore.
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Volcano Tours
Lihue itself isn’t home to any volcano-watching tours, but tour companies do offer trips to Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island that include airfare from Lihue’s airport. These full-day tours will take you to see Hawaii’s active volcanoes as they spew lava into the sea, expanding the Big Island before your very eyes.
Starting at $349 USD
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This community on Hawaii’s “Garden Island” of Kauai is considered the island’s commercial hub. You’ll find Kauai’s main airport here, which connects people on Hawaii’s oldest island to other destinations in the state. The Menehune Fish Ponds are a popular spot to visit here, as is the Kauai Museum, which tells the story of the island’s history.
