Road to Hana Road Trip (Self-guided GPS Audio Driving Tour), Maui Hawaii - History, waterfalls & beautiful sights
Places: 46 POIs
Distance: 62.84 mi
Duration: 3h:16m
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Tour #1561
About this English self-guided 3h:16m driving tour in Kahului
Aloha! That means “Hello” in Hawaiian. Welcome to this UCPlaces Road to Hana Self-guided GPS audio driving tour (much more than just a Road to Hana map)!
My name is Shelly and I feel honored to be able to show you around.
Are you ready to see some unbelievable sights, learn some fascinating history, and just have an overall incredible time? Great! That’s what I’m here for. Again, my name is Shelly and we are gonna be the best of friends. We are coming up to the official start of the tour now. I’ll be back when you get there! Remember, just follow your navigation!
- 1For the best experience, begin at the tour's recommended starting point and follow the stops in order.
- 2Want to start somewhere else? Simply use Start At on the tour screen, before tapping Start Tour, to begin from any stop.
- 3Need to detour or skip a stop along the way? Tap Tour Assistant (
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) to use Force Play, Skip, and Back, for full flexibility.
) to use Force Play, Skip, and Back, for full flexibility.
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Places (POIs) visited during this tour
Place #1
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Recommended Starting Point
Distance: 0.00mi
, Attraction : Overview
1050 Ho'okele St, Kahului, HI 96732, USA
Overview of the Tour
Here we go! You’ve been on Hana Highway for probably a few minutes already, but we are literally just getting started.
How about a quick course on how to use the UCPlaces app? First, let me do the heavy lifting! You don’t need to move the map around or push a bunch of buttons. That’s my job. Just follow the app’s navigation and I will jump in and talk to you when the GPS tells me you have reached a Point Of Interest.
If you wanna stop the tour to take advantage of any of the amazing sites that we have along the way, go for it! You won’t need to restart the tour after a little excursion, unless you want to. When you start the tour again, use the “advanced” tab from the Start Tour page so you can pick which POI to start back up on. You can even scroll through that page to see where you’ve been and where you’d like to continue. But don’t forget to keep your phone charged and to re-enable your blue- tooth when you get out and back into your car.
Let’s keep going.
How about a quick course on how to use the UCPlaces app? First, let me do the heavy lifting! You don’t need to move the map around or push a bunch of buttons. That’s my job. Just follow the app’s navigation and I will jump in and talk to you when the GPS tells me you have reached a Point Of Interest.
If you wanna stop the tour to take advantage of any of the amazing sites that we have along the way, go for it! You won’t need to restart the tour after a little excursion, unless you want to. When you start the tour again, use the “advanced” tab from the Start Tour page so you can pick which POI to start back up on. You can even scroll through that page to see where you’ve been and where you’d like to continue. But don’t forget to keep your phone charged and to re-enable your blue- tooth when you get out and back into your car.
Let’s keep going.
Place #2
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Distance: 2.18mi
, Attraction : Overview
VHWJ+25 Kahului, HI, USA
Overview of the Tour
Believe me when I say this is gonna be a fantastic day for us! The drive from Paia, which is just ahead, to the Haleakala National Park and Pools of Ohe’o is about 2 hours, one way. As we go, I’ll be pointing out some epic sites and inviting you to go check them out. Prepare to spend your entire day taking in the beauty and majesty of the road to Hana. Now, you don’t have to stop at every site! You are gonna wanna save some time for the National Park, trust me. And if you are trying to complete the return trip before dark, just keep an eye on your watch.
I’ll also share some local lore, which is always entertaining, as well as some good old history. I’ll point out places to stop, eat and shop, but most importantly, where the restrooms are. You can count on me!
Remember not to rush through this tour! If you want to take pictures, by all means, please do! Just remember to also breathe in the fresh air, hear the happily chirping birds, and smell the sweet flowers. Just try to be in the moment. The drive is part of the journey, not just a way to get to the destination.
I’ll also share some local lore, which is always entertaining, as well as some good old history. I’ll point out places to stop, eat and shop, but most importantly, where the restrooms are. You can count on me!
Remember not to rush through this tour! If you want to take pictures, by all means, please do! Just remember to also breathe in the fresh air, hear the happily chirping birds, and smell the sweet flowers. Just try to be in the moment. The drive is part of the journey, not just a way to get to the destination.
Tour itinerary stops | Additional places you'll see on this self-guided tour
Place 1
Overview of the Tour
Place 2
Overview of the Tour
Place 3
Information
Place 4
Paia
Place 5
Ho'okipa Beach Park
Place 6
Jaws Beach
Place 7
Jaws Pe'ahi
Place 8
Restrooms
Place 9
Jaws Country Store
Place 10
Road to Hana Mile Marker Zero
Place 11
Twin Falls
Place 12
Jungle Zipline Maui-HI
Place 13
Haipua'ena Falls
Place 14
Waikamoi Ridge Trail
Place 15
Garden of Eden Arboretum
Place 16
Kaumahina State Wayside Park
Place 17
Honomanū Bay
Place 18
Nua’ailua Bay Viewpoint
Place 19
Keanae Arboretum
Place 20
Keanae Lookout and Historic Church
Place 21
Half Way! (Almost)
Place 22
Uncle Harry's
Place 23
Wailua Valley State Wayside Park
Place 24
Upper Waikani Falls
Place 25
Wailua Iki Falls
Place 26
Hanawi Falls
Place 27
Makapipi Falls
Place 28
Hana Harvest
Place 29
Coconut Glen's
Place 30
Nahiku Marketplace
Place 31
Kahanu Gardens
Place 32
Hana Lava Tubes
Place 33
Waianapanapa Park
Place 34
Black Sand Beach
Place 35
Hana High
Place 36
Fish Pond
Place 37
Hana Bay Beach Park
Place 38
Hana Bay Beach Pier
Place 39
Hana Coast Gallery, Hana-Maui Resort, Restaurants and Views
Place 40
Koki Beach Park
Place 41
Hamoa Beach
Place 42
Fruit Stands
Place 43
Maka‘alae Point
Place 44
Wailua Falls
Place 45
Pools of Ohe'o
Place 46
Haleakala National Park
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Have any questions about this tour? Or a general travel / self-guided tours question? That's completely natural
+ How long does this tour take?
Most travelers complete this tour in approximately 3 to 4 hours, depending on pace, time spent at each stop, and optional detours. Having said that, please remember that self-guided tours are extremly flexible (you can start, pause, continue anytime) and everyone has their own pace.
+ What does this tour include?
This self-guided driving tour includes 46 stops, covering top attractions such as Overview of the Tour, Overview of the Tour, Information, Paia, Ho'okipa Beach Park.
+ Where does the tour start?
The tour starts at Overview of the Tour (Address: 1050 Ho'okele St, Kahului, HI 96732, USA). You can begin the tour there or join from any stop along the route.
+ What type of tour is this?
This is a self-guided driving tour designed to be completed by car, covering scenic routes, city highlights and optional key stops.
+ Can I do this tour at my own pace?
Yes, this is a self-guided driving tour, so you can start anytime and explore at your own pace. You can pause, skip stops, or spend more time at places that interest you. You can even split it into multiple days. Explore however feels right for you. The only vaiables that might affect your pace are speed limits and traffic congestion.
+ Do I need a car for this tour?
Yes, this is a driving tour, designed to be completed by car, with stops spread across different locations connected by a driving route.
+ Do I need anything in order to take the tour?
There are two things that you need - 1. A mobile phone (with the UCPlaces app installed and active location services, and a cellular data plan with a decent signal for downloading the tour). 2. A car. Here are some recommendations for a great experience: 1. Make sure your phone is fully charged and bring a charging cable for your car. 2. Connect your phone to the car speaker system via bluetooth or use our CarPlay/Android Auto option for the best experience.
+ How will I navigate from point to point during the tour?
The tour uses GPS-based navigation through the UCPlaces app, with automatic audio playback and step-by-step directions between stops. This works great either directly from your phone, or while connected to your car's multimedia system and using our CarPlay or Android Auto options. Just follow the route and listen to the audio guide. Use the resume feature to continue from where you recently stopped (or closed the app). Easily skip or go back to stops.
+ Is this tour suitable for families or groups?
Yes, self-guided tours are ideal for families and small groups, allowing everyone to explore comfortably without being tied to a fixed schedule.
+ What makes a self-guided tour better than a guided tour?
Self-guided tours are more flexible, affordable, and personalized. You can avoid crowds, choose your pace, and focus on the stops that interest you most.
+ I installed the app and it's now asking for GPS and media access permissions, why?
The app is your tour-guide, it needs to know where you are located on the map to be able to trigger the points of interest. It also needs access to audio and media files to provide you with this experience.
+ What happens if there are unexpected roadblocks or navigation issues?
We have been working hard to deliver a great experience. Though you may run into unexpected obstacles (the world is constantly changing), our app has multiple features and mechanisms in place to help you overcome them, including: AI assistance, force play an audio if you can't reach the stop, skip or return to stops, automatic rerouting and more.
+ Can I take the tour in my language?
Though all of our tours are primarily in English, many tours are muyltilingual (including: Spanish, German, Portuguese, French, Japanese, Hebrew, French, Arabic and more...). The tour language options depend on the specific tour - You can easily check which languages are available in the tour screen!