Top Hawaii Cultural Tours - page 2

Get up close and personal with the spectacular scenery of Hanalei Bay—and enjoy an active way to explore—on this two-in-one, half-day tour. Begin with a kayaking trip along the Hanalei River before heading onto the Bay to soak up the scenery, spy sea turtles, and more. Then, swap your kayak for a snorkel for an underwater nature expedition. Finally, unwind with lunch on the beach.

Discover Maui’s famous Road to Hana—without having to drive or navigate yourself. Spend a full day exploring the spectacular route with an expert driver who brings you to swim in a waterfall, see sea turtles at Ho’okipa Beach Park, and relax on Hamoa Beach and watch the surfers at sunset. Enjoy banana bread and other snacks along the way.

The Pearl Harbor National Monument is a must-visit when coming to Oahu, but it can be difficult to reach without a car. Book this half-day tour with convenient round-trip transport for a hassle-free day. Watch a short film and explore exhibits that recount the infamous morning of December 7, 1941, followed by a boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial.

Experience Oahu’s natural beauty on a thrilling, private helicopter ride. Depart from Honolulu International Airport and see the sights from above as you listen to insightful commentary from your dedicated pilot. See the Waikiki shoreline, Makapu’u lighthouse, Kailua Beach, and Kaneohe Bay, and then fly above the Dole Pineapple Plantation and see the striking Pearl Harbor USS Arizona monument from the sky.

Experience an unforgettable day at Maui Ocean Center and immerse yourself in the colorful aquatic world. Enjoy all-day access to explore over 60 exhibits at your own pace, including one of the world's largest displays of live Pacific corals. Encounter sharks, stingrays, and turtles in the 750,000-gallon (2.8 million-liter) open ocean exhibit, and dive into a virtual whale experience in the state-of-the-art Humpbacks of Hawaii exhibit and sphere.

Circle the Island of Oahu by coach, enjoying ocean views, rugged mountains, and fascinating history during this full-day tour. Check out Diamond Head, Nu’uanu Pali lookout, the Halona Blowhole, Waimea Valley and Oahu’s beautiful North Shore. Soak up Hawaiian history and culture with a stop at the Dole Plantation and the serene, Japanese-style Byodo-In Temple. This Oahu circle island tour also includes entrance fees at the temple and round-trip hotel transport.

Experience Hawaiian culture in a spectacular setting with tickets to Feast and Fire Luau at Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa. Prebooking tickets ensures you won't miss out on the popular seaside event—where you'll enjoy an included buffet dinner, performer photo opportunities, and an open bar featuring signature mai tai cocktails.

See the best of Maui with six self-guided driving tours in one easy bundle. Drive through rainforests, visit black sand beaches, watch the sunrise above the clouds, see waterfalls, and follow winding coastal roads with stories playing as you go. Start each tour whenever you want. Stop for photos, short hikes, food stands, or just to take in the view. Go at your own pace without worrying about tour groups or fixed schedules. The tours work without internet, give you local tips, and never expire—so you can use them again and again. This bundle includes: • Sunrise at Haleakalā • Classic Road to Hana • Loop Road to Hana • Reverse Road to Hana • Sunset & Stargazing at Haleakalā • West Maui Coastline Download the tours, get in your car, and explore Maui’s top sights in your own way.

Experience the thrill of meeting sharks face-to-face in the pristine waters of Oahu on this cage-diving adventure. See Hawaii's majestic hunters — Galapagos and Sandbar sharks in their natural environment — surrounded by the deep blue of Oahu’s North Shore. Observe from the safety of a floating cage. Stay on the surface, then using a mask and snorkel, look through large polyglass windows to watch the sharks as they gracefully glide by.

Hawaii's Big Island is large enough that its sights—Volcanoes National Park, the Kohala and Kona coasts, Waipio Valley—sit hours apart across distinct regions, and planning routes between them takes real research. A self-drive app bundles five route options across the island with a live GPS map and audio commentary, downloadable for offline use as you drive.

Sightseeing in Hawaiʻi isn’t complete without a visit to the two symbolic “bookends” of the Pacific War, the USS Arizona whose bombing was the catalyst that propelled the US into WWII, and the USS Missouri on whose decks the Japanese formally surrendered. Pearl Harbor Remembered Tour is led by a guide whose knowledge of and appreciation for these historic sites makes this “memorial” tour an experience to remember. Stops and drive-by sites on the Pearl Harbor Remembered may include: •Pearl Harbor Visitor Center – Experience world-class museums, waterfront exhibits, the bookstore and more. • USS Arizona Memorial-View a 23-minute documentary about December 7, 1941, then take a shuttle boat ride to board the USS Arizona Memorial. Shuttle boat rides to the USS Arizona Memorial may be canceled or modified due to mechanical issues, high winds, or other safety concerns. Reservations are non-refundable. • Ford Island and the USS Missouri Battleship • Historic Downtown Honolulu

Explore the best sights at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park at your own pace with this flexible, self-guided driving tour. See highlights such as Thurston Lava Tube, the Chain of Craters Road, Holei Sea Arch, and more. A virtual tour guide provides hours of audio commentary that gives you background insights, interesting stories and legends, and even local music, along with turn-by-turn directions and maps, which can all be used offline.

See Waikiki and Honolulu in a unique way: by cruising across the city on a trolley, getting on and off at your leisure. This enlightening experience lets you be flexible while discovering new things you may not find on your own. Your driver shares information about Honolulu’s history and culture, from Hawai’i’s monarchy to World War II. See Chinatown, Hawai’i State Capital, National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, and more.

The Big Island of Hawaii has a diverse ecosystem unlike anywhere else on the planet. On this small-group day-long nature tour with hotel pickup, experience the beauty of its black-sand beaches, thundering waterfalls, and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. If you’re lucky, you spot Hawaiian green sea turtles basking on the coast.

As an active volcanic site, Hawaii’s Big Island has so much to explore. On this tour, you’ll see it all—and not worry about navigating behind the wheel. You’ll visit the famous coffee town of Kona, walk on Punalu’u Black Sand Beach, experience Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, wander through a lava tube, and ultimately come to understand how this island is wildly different from its island neighbors.

Explore Maui’s famous Road to Hana—without having to drive or navigate yourself. Spend a full day driving the Road to Hana as your guide narrates the fascinating history and stories about the region. See Wailua Falls, Hana Lava Tubes, Keanae Lookout, Waianapanapa State Park’s black sand beach, and more. Picnic-style homemade sandwiches, fresh fruit, Hawaiian cane juice, snacks, and drinks are included to keep you well-fueled.

Get out onto the water in Oahu for a marine-life spotting cruise, even if you have limited to spare. This glass-bottom boat tour is the perfect introduction to Hawaiian sea life, as the expert captain and crew help spot creatures like green sea turtles, migrating whales, and dolphins. Unlike other catamaran cruises, this one lets you look below the surface of the water.

See the best of Oahu in a day with this comprehensive full-day tour. Save time reading up on the history of the island, and instead let a guide tell you all about it and take you to its most interesting locations. Highlights include Turtle Beach, filming locations from "Hawaii Five-0", Halona Blowhole, Waimanalo Beach, Sunset Beach Park, and the Dole Plantation.

From Waikiki all the way to the North Shore of Oahu - this all day tour provides you with the best "Taste of Hawaii" all in one day. Take advantage of the small group setting and sit back and relax as we drive up from the East Side of Oahu all the way up to the Famous North Shore of Oahu. We will share of story of Oahu while viewing all the top sightseeing spots and eating some great local food along the way. Benefits of this tour: ・Learn about culture, people, history of Oahu from our local driver. ・Small Group Tour with a more personalized experience ・We limit the capacity around 10 people for your comfort ・Choose from a vast selection of lunch options at the Kahuku Sugar Mill Food Trucks (Giovanni's Shrimp Truck, Da Bald Guy, Seven Brothers, Ry's Poke Shack, Raised by the Waves Vegan Cafe, Kolohe Cafe and a bunch of other food trucks as well) *cost of lunch is not included ・Hassle-free pickup from your accommodations in included from the Waikiki and Ala Moana areas

Start a trip off with something special with a Lei greeting. After landing at Kauai airport, travelers are greeted with a friendly aloha and fresh orchid, kukui nut or candy lei. This traditional Hawaiian greeting is a meaningful way to celebrate the beginning of a vacation, honeymoon, or reunion. It’s also a perfect surprise treat for someone close.

Discover the USS Arizona Memorial with a guide and explore this somber side of American history. See the Lone Sailor Statue, the USS Arizona’s anchor and bell, and the Submarine Memorial, gaining fresh insight into America’s path to WW2. Relax with a stress-free transfer to and from Honolulu Airport, Honolulu Port, or your hotel in Waikiki.

Set out from Oahu’s scenic North Shore to the depths of the big blue Pacific, where you have the chance to observe wild sharks from inside an underwater shark cage. Thanks to your professional, experienced crew, the Oahu shark dive is completely safe as they know the predators’ behavior, and the underwater cage provides proven safety against all different species of sharks. Whether you’re in the cage with sharks right in front of you or watching from up in the boat, Oahu shark diving is a Hawaii activity you’ll definitely never forget.

Departing from Makena Bay, this guided, small-group excursion takes you water biking alongside one of Maui's stunning black-sand beaches. Get hands-on assistance as you pedal yourself along the ocean shore. Observe local wildlife and underwater reefs, with plenty of time to take photographs. Enjoy a personalized outing in a group of only 10 participants.

Visit the top stops of the North Shore of Oahu with this small-group tour. You'll see dozens of local points of interest, including the Dole Plantation, Haleiwa Town. Turtle Beach, and North Shore surf spots, to name a few. You'll also have plenty of time to stop and snack at local food trucks before making your way back to your hotel.