Top Oahu Cultural Tours

Explore Oahu's most popular spots all in one day on this tour, including transportation to and from your hotel. Travel comfortably around the island in an air-conditioned coach or minivan as you pass by Diamond Head and North Shore Surfing Beaches. Make stops at the Dole Plantation, Kualoa Ranch and a variety of lookout points.

This Pearl Harbor tour departs from Waikiki and includes visits to both the USS Arizona Memorial (tickets cannot be guaranteed) and the USS Missouri battleship. Beforehand, you'll have the chance to learn about the Japanese attack at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, including its powerful documentary. The ride back to Waikiki takes you past Punchbowl (the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific) and the King Kamehameha statue.

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.

Enjoy a traditional lei greeting and experience a luau on Oahu. Hosted by Chief Sielu, Original World Fire Knife Dance Champion, this event provides the ideal opportunity to immerse yourself in island culture. Watch a Polynesian show, learn headband weaving before indulging in a Hawaiian feast, including pineapple glazed chicken and kalua pork. Upgrade to include priority access and convenient pickup, for a hassle-free experience.

Get a comprehensive overview of Oahu's landmarks and highlights on this circle island tour. Enjoy a small-group setting to ensure personal attention from your local guide while seeing over thirty local attractions. See the surf and sand at Waikiki Beach, enjoy free Macadamia Nut Coffee and Nuts before a local lunch, learn about the history of Haleiwa town. Get the insider info about favorite local eateries and see filming locations for various movies and television shows. Round-trip transportation from Waikiki hotels is included.

Experience a traditional Hawaiian Luau in a scenic location. The evening begins with a variety of cultural activities ideal for all ages. Learn how to make a coconut headband, string flower lei, or dance hula, and then sit down for a buffet dinner with a large selection of Hawaiian specialties like Kalua pork and Huli Huli chicken. Then settle in for the main event: an award-winning Polynesian fire dance performance.

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.

Discover the best of Oahu on a memorable island tour featuring breathtaking coastal views, beautiful beaches, famous landmarks, hidden local gems, and authentic Hawaiian food stops. Experience the island’s rich history and culture while sampling local favorites and traditional island flavors along the way. From scenic viewpoints to popular local eateries, our tour combines sightseeing, delicious food, and local knowledge to give you a genuine taste of Oahu and the spirit of aloha.

Pedal a shared bike to top breweries in Honolulu's vibrant Kaka'ako arts district. In the company of no more than 10 beer lovers, head for three different hip spots where you can sip craft brews from local breweries and tasting rooms. Bring your own playlist to enjoy as you pedal past Honolulu's most colorful murals.

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.

Experience the highlights of downtown Honolulu and the USS Arizona Memorial in absolute comfort on this half-day sightseeing tour by coach. Aboard air-conditioned transport, pass attractions including the Iolani Palace, King Kamehameha statue, and the Punchbowl National Cemetery, while listening to informative commentary from your driver-guide. Learn Pearl Harbor history at the USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center. Upgrade to include entry to the USS Missouri battleship and/or the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum.

Spend an afternoon immersed in Hawaiian culture with dance performances, dinner, and entrance to Waimea Valley. Hike to Waimea Falls and swim in the pool at the bottom (life jackets provided). Explore lush botanical gardens and see the colorful blooms that make your flower lei. Sit down for dinner and be dazzled with traditional Polynesian dancing and cultural performances while you taste Hawaiian specialties and sip tropical cocktails.

Exchange Waikiki for Oahu’s North Shore on a day trip aboard the Surf Bus. Hop off at all the hot spots including the surfing beaches of Pipeline, Sunset Beach, and Waimea Bay. Choose from one activity and lunch or two activities like snorkeling, bike riding, a waterfall swim, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), learning to surf, or relaxing on the beach. A guide points out the green sea turtles, and you have time to explore Haleiwa Town.

See the highlights of Oahu in just one day when you book this circle island tour. Experience the beauty of the island as you visit beaches, viewpoints, volcanoes, and even the famed Dole Plantation. Enjoy a full day filled with swimming, snorkeling, sightseeing, sunbathing, and eating. Highlights include the Halona Blowhole, Diamond Head Monument, and Turtle Beach to observe green sea turtles.

Experience the highlights of Oahu without the hassle of planning when you book this full-day small-group "circle island" tour. With a guide leading the way, you'll stop at Oahu landmarks such as Waimanalo Beach, Diamond Head, and Halona Blowhole with stops for lunch (not included) and photo ops. Pickup and drop-off at Waikiki hotels are included.

Avoid crowds and the long lines to enter one of O'ahu's most-visited landmarks. This small-group excursion takes you to Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial, where you can explore the sites at your own pace. While visiting the somber sites, learn all about the events of that infamous day. On the way back, stop at sites important to the history of Hawaii, such as the King Kamehameha Statue and Iolani Palace.

Come along on this 5 hour tour of historical sites, including the Historic Downtown Honolulu, Pearl Harbor National Memorial and the USS Arizona Memorial.

By choosing Karma tour Hawaii, you’re not just booking a tour; you’re embarking on a journey that is immersive, educational, and deeply personal. We strive to make each visit a meaningful exploration of history, memory, and culture, leaving you with a lasting connection to one of the most significant events of the 20th century.

Get off the typical tourist path and discover sacred sites with a local guide. This half-day outing takes you to five or six locations around the island, each of which has a fascinating story behind its cultural significance. Learn about the history, geology, and spiritual practices of Hawaii as you explore this tropical haven.

Great for first-time visitors, the small-group circle-island tour lets you experience the best of Oahu without the hassle, or expense, or renting a car. You'll see such top attractions as Diamond Head Lookout, historic Haleiwa Town, Hanauma Bay Lookout and the Dole Platation, with a stop for lunch at the food trucks of the North Shore (own expense).

Explore Oahu's wildlife-rich waters on a sightseeing cruise that conveniently departs from Honolulu. Get a fresh perspective on Diamond Head and other South Shore landmarks as you stretch out on the spacious decks or under a shade cover. The seasoned crew helps spot dolphins, sea turtles, and occasionally humpback whales—plus, you can peer through magnifying glass portholes for a look underwater.

From beaches to food trucks, from coffee farms to pineapple plantations, see more of Oahu in less of the time on this private Circle Island tour, exclusively for your family. Your guide leads you on a journey between the oceans and the mountains, seeking out sea turtles and surfers on the beach, plus the Byodo-In Temple, the Halona Blowhole, and the Kualoa Ranch where Jurassic Park was filmed.

Dive Into the magical world hidden below Hawaii’s waters on an XR-enhanced bus tour. Guided by Aumakua—the mystical guardian spirit of the sea—explore a virtual world filled with shimmering marine life, vibrant coral reefs, and ancient volcanoes. Using cutting-edge XR technology and a custom head-mounted display, this immersive tour blends fantasy and reality as you travel past Honolulu landmarks including Diamond Head and Waikiki Beach.