Maui's Road to Hāna is a perfect example of how sometimes the journey can be just as rewarding as the destination. This coastal drive, which connects Kahului to the town of Hāna in east Maui, is dotted with awe-inspiring attractions, from cascading waterfalls and towering rainbow eucalyptus trees to vast bamboo forests and colorful beaches. But with 620 curves and 59 bridges (most of which are one lane wide), the 52-mile-long route can be as dangerous as it is beautiful – which is why the Hawaii Tourism Authority encourages visitors to opt for a guided tour as opposed to navigating the road themselves.

Factoring in both expert opinion and traveler sentiment, U.S. News highlights the best driving tours for the ultimate Road to Hāna experience.

U.S. News independently paid to send Ashley Probst , a freelance journalist based in Maui, on this tour to provide readers with an unbiased, first-hand perspective of what to expect.

Dynamic Tour Hawaii – Road to Hana Adventure Tour was selected by our team as the Best Overall thanks to its popularity and favorable user reviews. Price: Adults from $199.99; kids from $189.

99 Duration: 8-11 hours Unwind and take in the stunning sights of the Valley Isle on Dynamic Tour Hawaii's unforgettable Road to Hana tour. After being picked up from your hotel or a meeting point in Kahului, the group will enjoy breakfast at Island Fresh Cafe in Pā'ia before hitting Hāna Highway. Guides will include the entire group's requests in planning .