easy
13–14 hours
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires ability to walk short distances and stand during guided stops.
Take a day trip from Oahu to Kauai with Polynesian Adventure Activities to visit famous movie filming locations. Experience scenic beauty paired with Hollywood history, culminating in lunch at Hanalei Town, home to the film "The Descendants."
Experience the magic of Kauai on a thrilling day tour that takes you to iconic movie filming locations. Discover breathtaking landscapes while your guide shares film clips and stories. Enjoy lunch in picturesque Hanalei Town, where The Descendants was filmed, and immerse yourself in the island's cinematic history.
Visit Movie Filming Locations
Escape to another Hawaiian island for a day on this all-inclusive, island-hopping tour. Indulge on your vacation and leave the planning to us! Interisland roundtrip airfare from Oahu to Lihue on Kauai, roundtrip transportation from the Lihue Airport (LIH) and a sightseeing land tour.
An adventure for young and old, movie buffs and nature lovers! You’ll visit many famous sites on the garden isle of Kauai where Hollywood blockbusters and TV shows were filmed. Your backstage pass takes you to scenic locations with your guide while you watch clips. Have lunch on your own in beautiful Hanalei Town and visit Tahiti Nui, where the George Clooney film “The Descendants” was filmed.
Tour Highlights:
Departure 5:30 AM – arrive on your own at Honolulu International Airport (HNL). The airlines change their flight schedules frequently and at the last minute so please ensure that you check flight status on your own. At the Honolulu Airport, check-in on your own at the Hawaiian Airlines self-service kiosk or at the ticket counter for both flight segments to and from Lihue. Please follow the instructions on your confirmation for where to meet your tour driver at Lihue Airport.
Return 7:00 PM – approximate return to Oahu from Lihue.
**Flight Times Depart: 5:30 AM Return: 7:00 PM
Please Note: Flight times are subject to change
Price Includes
In order to be in compliance with FAA regulations, we require the full names of all persons on tour with air transportation. International visitors must have a valid passport to fly interisland on these tours and all U.S. citizens must have a current government ID. This name must be exactly as it appears on your valid, government-issued photo identification. Air carriers will deny boarding if the passenger name, as shown does not match the name on the air ticket. If a passenger is denied boarding due to non-compliance with this requirement there will be no refund.
168 HOURS NOTICE OF CANCELLATION, prior to airport meeting time for 1 Day tours is required for a full refund; no-shows will incur a full charge. Fees assessed by the airline for name or date changes and any overage fees will be the responsibility of the guest. Refunds or partial refunds for tours, activities, flights, or venues that are cancelled due to reasons outside of our control (weather, force majeure, etc.) as well as refunds for extenuating circumstances will not be honored.
Once the reservation is made, tour is non-refundable and non-changeable. Interisland flight times and routes are subject to change Special needs requests must be called in to the local supplier at least 1 week prior to tour date. The interisland airfare may fluctuate based on flight availability. Additional fees may be required to be paid by the customer in these cases.
The name you enter at the time of booking must exactly match what appears on your valid government-issued I.D. photo I.D. that you will use during travel. This is a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and FAA requirement and there is no flexibility with this policy. A valid government-issued ID (passport for non-US citizens) is required on the day of travel. If a passenger is denied boarding, there will be no refund.
A valid government-issued photo ID is mandatory for interisland flights and tour check-in; ensure your ticket name matches your ID exactly.
This tour includes multiple stops with short walks; sturdy, comfortable shoes will help you enjoy each location fully.
Kauai’s tropical climate can bring sudden showers, so bring a compact rain jacket to stay dry without extra bulk.
Lunch is on your own; plan to try local eateries in Hanalei, known for fresh seafood and island café fare.
Kauai’s natural beauty has long attracted filmmakers, with its remote valleys and cliffs standing in for exotic jungles worldwide.
Respecting Kauai’s fragile ecosystems is essential; this tour supports sustainable tourism practices by limiting visitor impact and educating guests.
Capture iconic film sites and stunning Kauai landscapes throughout the day.
Needed for safely navigating uneven terrain at scenic stops.
Useful for occasional tropical showers that can occur despite clear forecasts.
spring|fall|winter specific
Staying hydrated is important during the day-long tour in Kauai’s warm climate.