Check out this 3-day itinerary for a guide to Kauai's North Shore — a treasure trove of natural wonders and tropical island fun. 

Day 1: Beach Day

Morning
Enjoy a tropical pastry at Kilauea Bakery inside the Kong Lung Historic Market Center. Then, take a scenic drive to the Kilauea Point Lighthouse for stunning views of both the Pacific Ocean and the Kilauea Wildlife Refuge. 

Afternoon
Spend the day at one of Princeville’s beautiful beaches. Check out Pu’u Poa Beach for swimming, Anini Beach for snorkeling, or Hanalei Beach for surfing. Just forty minutes from Princeville is the family-friendly Lydgate Beach Park which features an enclosed swimming area.     

Evening
If it’s available, celebrate your arrival to the island with a traditional luau. Family-owned and operated Smith Family Garden Luau offers an intimate celebration. Or visit Luau Kalamaku on the Historic Kilohana Plantation for award-winning entertainment and an authentic luau experience. 

Day 2: Shop, Golf & Ride

Morning
Fuel up for a full day of island fun at historic Hanalei Town or Ching Young Village, which both offer eclectic boutiques, local food trucks, and famed shave iced. After breakfast, take a tour of the Princeville Botanical Gardens or a self-guided stroll through Limahuli Garden & Preserve. 

Afternoon
Explore the resort community of Princeville at Hanalei. Enjoy boutique shopping at the Princeville Center, championship golf at Makai Golf Club, or exhilarating horseback tours with Princeville Ranch. 

Evening
Experience panoramic views of an island sunset on a Sunset Cart Tour. Then, treat yourself to gourmet dining at Kalypso Island Bar & Grill. Or if you’re in the mood for island-fresh seafood, head over to Kilauea Fish Market for their signature ahi tuna wrap.

Day 3: Nā Pali Coast

Morning
Start your day with dessert! The perfect pairing for local coffee is a handcrafted taro donut from Holey Grail Donuts. Each donut is lovingly fried in organic coconut oil and coated in locally sourced ingredients like wildflower honey and Hawaiian sea salt. For an island wake up call, try their nitrogen-flash-chilled coffees and teas. 

Afternoon
The Nā Pali coast is one of the most stunning things you’ll ever see, with towering sea cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and lush greenery. Tour some of Kauai’s most famous natural wonders on a Blue Hawaiian helicopter tour or a zodiac boat excursion with Nā Pali Craze.

Evening
End your day with souvenir shopping in Hanalei Town and happy hour with one of Aunty Louise’s world famous Tahiti Nui Mai Tais.