3-day itinerary · Kauai
3 Days in Kauai: First-Time Highlights
This plan suits first-time visitors looking for a varied introduction to Kauai through sightseeing, culture and outdoor experiences. Three activity-filled days combine aerial views, canyon scenery and coastal adventures with chocolate tasting and a luau.
Customize this with AIDay 1: Island views and culture
Begin with an aerial introduction to Kauai, then explore its flavors and enjoy a luau performance.
Morning
Kauai Deluxe Sightseeing Flight
See Kauai from above on a sightseeing flight, giving your first visit a sweeping visual introduction.
Afternoon
Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour
Explore a chocolate farm and taste its chocolate, adding a flavor-focused experience to your island introduction.
Evening
Kauai: Luau Kalamaku with Buffet Dinner and Show
Watch the in-the-round luau show for a performance-focused cultural complement to the day's sightseeing.
Day 2: Canyon, zipline and coast
Pair canyon sightseeing with a zipline adventure before viewing the Na Pali Coast from the water.
Morning
Private Waimea Canyon Tour
Explore Waimea Canyon on a private tour, making its dramatic scenery a centerpiece of your first visit.
Afternoon
Koloa Zipline in Kauai
Zipline above the landscape for an active outdoor counterpoint to canyon sightseeing.
Evening
Kauai: Na Pali Sunset & Sightsee Boat Tour
Cruise along the Na Pali Coast at sunset, taking in coastal scenery from a different perspective.
Day 3: Bay, gardens and stories
Round out your introduction with kayaking, snorkeling, botanical gardens and a historically narrated sunset cruise.
Morning
Hanalei Bay Morning Kayak and Snorkel Tour
Kayak and snorkel while hearing about Hanalei's history and culture, combining outdoor activity with local storytelling.
Afternoon
Princeville Botanical Gardens Tour and Chocolate Tasting Ticket
Walk through Princeville Botanical Gardens and enjoy chocolate tasting, balancing water adventures with a plant-focused experience.
Evening
Kalapaki Kai Sunset Catamaran Cruise
Take a historically narrated sunset cruise, closing your visit with coastal views and stories.
Experiences are supplied by our partner Viator and booked on their site. Check times, prices and availability before you go.