Soaking up the sights of Kauai is as easy as jumping in the car and following the highway from one end to the other. Cruising down highways 50 and 56, you'll be treated to some breathtaking sights. Get ready for sweeping vistas of the Pacific Ocean, lush mountains, and verdant jungles. From Waimea Canyon to countless beaches, a drive around Kauai should be at the top of your travel list.
If you're looking to hit the sweet spot between lower crowds and ideal weather, the best time to take your Kauai tour is from April to early June. Hotel rates are lower as it is still considered the "off" season. The weather is also going to be near ideal at this time. The rainy season has finished, and temperatures hover around the mid-seventies.
A drive around the entire perimeter of Maui will take about 10 to 12 hours. A Road to Hana Tour in Maui is one of the island's must-do activities if you're visiting Hawaii, and should you choose to continue your drive around the entire island, it could be a beautiful and unforgettable drive.
While driving, the Road to Hana is a destination in and of itself; many attractions can be found along the highway. Ho'okipa Beach Park, the stunning Rainbow Eucalyptus Grove, Kaumahina State Park, and Haleakala National Park. All of these spots are easily accessed from the Road to Hana.
Rocky Mountains National Park offers a wide variety of sights and activities, including Bear Lake Loop, Tundra Communities Trail and the Trail Ridge Road.
Driving from one end of the park to the other usually takes about two hours. If you take one of the self-guided Rocky Mountain tours, you'll be able to learn about the park's history and the natural world that'll be right outside your car's windows as you drive through the park.
Any Kauai tour would be incomplete without a visit to Grove Farm, Poipu Beach, the Hanapepe Swinging Bridge, and Waimea Canyon often nicknamed “the Grand Canyon of the Pacific.”.
Kauai is likely the most accessible Hawaiian island for seniors, there are several Kauai tours for seniors, and activities for all kinds of age groups to enjoy.
The Grand Canyon’s popular South Rim is almost entirely open to your canine companion. Dogs have to be on a leash that’s 6 feet or less no matter where they are in the park. Know that dogs can’t go on shuttles and can’t be left alone - even in your car.
You're going to want to take a self-guided Arches Park tour. For starters, you get to travel in your car. And when you're traveling in your car, you get to decide how long you stay at various stops. So if you're a big fan of Double Arch, for instance, you can stay for as long as you like.