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Hawaii: Oahu & Kauai 7D

The ultimate island-hop: Oahu's iconic surf and food meets Kauai's wild, rugged nature.

7days
17stops
107km
DAY01

Waikiki Beach → Diamond Head

5 km · 15m driving · Overnight in Diamond Head
  1. 14:00
    Waikiki Beach· start
  2. 5 km · 15m
  3. 16:30
    Diamond Head· overnight
Accommodation
Waikiki Beach, Honolulu
Waikiki Eats
  • Marukame Udon · Fresh, handmade noodles with a line out the door for a reason.
  • Duke's Waikiki · Classic beachfront spot for Hula Pie and sunset drinks.
Today's Budget
Lodging
$300
Food
$80
Gas
$10
Other
$35
DAY02

Hanauma Bay → Nu'uanu Pali

38 km · 1h 10m driving · Overnight in Nu'uanu Pali
  1. 08:00
    Hanauma Bay· start
  2. 3 km · 10m
  3. 11:30
    Halona Blowhole
  4. 20 km · 35m
  5. 13:30
    Lanikai Beach
  6. 15 km · 25m
  7. 16:30
    Nu'uanu Pali· overnight
Accommodation
Waikiki Beach, Honolulu
Local Favorites
  • Kono's North Shore · Famous 12-hour slow-roasted kalua pork sliders.
  • Leonard's Bakery · You haven't lived until you've had a hot Malasada (Portuguese donut).
Today's Budget
Lodging
$300
Food
$60
Tickets
$25
Gas
$15
DAY03

Laniakea Beach → Banzai Pipeline

9 km · 20m driving · Overnight in Banzai Pipeline
  1. 10:00
    Laniakea Beach· start
  2. 5 km · 10m
  3. 12:00
    Waimea Valley
  4. 4 km · 10m
  5. 15:00
    Banzai Pipeline· overnight
Accommodation
Waikiki Beach, Honolulu
North Shore Bites
  • Giovanni's Shrimp Truck · The OG shrimp truck. Get the Scampi and extra napkins.
  • Matsumoto Shave Ice · A North Shore institution since 1951. Get it with condensed milk.
Today's Budget
Lodging
$300
Food
$55
Gas
$20
DAY04

Waimea Canyon → Kalalau Lookout

15 km · 25m driving · Overnight in Kalalau Lookout
  1. 13:30
    Waimea Canyon· start
  2. 15 km · 25m
  3. 16:00
    Kalalau Lookout· overnight
Accommodation
Poipu, Kauai
Kauai South Shore
  • Puka Dog · Hawaiian-style hot dogs with tropical fruit relishes.
  • The Fresh Shave · Organic syrups and mustache-themed shave ice.
Today's Budget
Flight
$90
Lodging
$350
Food
$70
Gas
$15
DAY05

Na Pali Boat Tour → Poipu Beach

15 km · 20m driving · Overnight in Poipu Beach
  1. 08:00
    Na Pali Boat Tour· start
  2. 15 km · 20m
  3. 15:30
    Poipu Beach· overnight
Accommodation
Poipu, Kauai
Poipu Dining
  • Da Crack · No-frills Mexican food that locals swear by. Great burritos.
  • Eating House 1849 · Roy Yamaguchi's tribute to Hawaii's plantation roots.
Today's Budget
Lodging
$350
Food
$85
Tickets
$200
DAY06

Ha'ena → Hanalei Bay

10 km · 15m driving · Overnight in Hanalei Bay
  1. 09:00
    Ha'ena· start
  2. 10 km · 15m
  3. 14:30
    Hanalei Bay· overnight
Accommodation
Hanalei / Princeville
Hanalei Eats
  • Hanalei Poke · Fresh caught fish served from a tiny stand. Best in town.
  • Bar Acuda · Trendy tapas spot in Hanalei. Great for a final fancy dinner.
Today's Budget
Lodging
$450
Food
$90
Tickets
$35
Gas
$20
DAY07

Wailua Falls → Lihue Airport

15 km · 20m driving
  1. 10:00
    Wailua Falls· start
  2. 15 km · 20m
  3. 13:00
    Lihue Airport
Final Meal
  • Anake's Juice Bar · Hidden in a grocery store, they make the best acai bowls on Kauai.
Today's Budget
Food
$40
Gas
$10
Heads Up
  • Book Hanauma Bay and Ha'ena reservations exactly when they open
  • Rent a 4WD on Kauai for easier access
  • Pack reef-safe sunscreen only