Top Oahu Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 3

Honolulu isn’t just surf, sand, sunshine—It faced one of the most pivotal moments in military and world history. Visit the site of the infamous attack on Pearl Harbor with this entry ticket, including a boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial. Learn about the fateful day which drew the United States into World War II, paying your respects to the heroes who lost their lives.

If you have only limited time to explore Oahu, make the most of it with this full-day circle island tour. Not a minute is wasted on this action-packed tour that takes you to Byodo-In Temple, the Dole Plantation, secret beaches, island hotspots and more. You'll also have the chance to snorkel in turtle-filled water on the North Shore.

Understand the events of December 7, 1941, with a guided visit to the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center instead of exploring the site without historical context. Watch a documentary film and browse exhibits that explain the attack and its lasting impact, providing a meaningful introduction to one of Oahu’s most significant historic landmarks.

Skip the hassle of navigating public transport or picking up and returning a rental car by booking this shuttle bus service between Honolulu International Airport and your hotel or the cruise ship terminal. Prior to travel, you'll co-ordinate your pickup time with your driver who will be waiting for you at the agreed time and swiftly transport you to your destination.

Explore Hawaii’s island of Oahu by air on this helicopter tour. Fly above the island and many of its most well-known landmarks, such as Diamond Head, Sacred Falls, the Dole Plantation, and Pearl Harbor. On this ride, choose your departure time and whether or not you’d like the helicopter doors on or off.

This tour allows you to see the sights of the North Shore of Oahu, including Hanauma Bay. During this full-day tour, ride in a mini-bus to the Dole Plantation, Turtle Town, the Banzai Pipeline, and either Waimea Bay to swim or take the botanical garden waterfall hike or go hiking in Waimea Valley. Pickup and drop-off at Waikiki hotels are included.

Get a unique perspective of Oahu with this thrilling Oahu Jet Ski rental. Hop on a powerful Yamaha Jet Ski for 30 minutes of fun, where you can choose from a single or double ski for speeding through the turquoise waters. All the necessary gear is included so just bring a bathing suit, a sense of adventure, and prepare to smile and get wet.

View the Hawaiian sunset from the deck of a luxury catamaran during this all-inclusive cruise from Oahu. Take off from Honolulu, and glide along the coastline from Waikiki toward Diamond Head while enjoying the vibrant colors of the island sunset, an individualized light bento box of appetizers, two alcoholic drinks, and unlimited non-alcoholic drinks.

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.

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.

The line to visit the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor starts forming at the crack of dawn and, due to high demand, there are often more people in line than tickets available. However, you can skip the line and hassle by booking this private guided tour. After visiting the memorial and Visitor Center and Pearl Harbor Museums your excursion continues with a tour of downtown Honolulu, visiting such attractions as Iolani Palace and the King Kamehameha statue.

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

Turtle Canyon sits just off the Waikiki coastline and is one of the most reliable spots on Oahu to snorkel alongside Hawaiian green sea turtles—but reaching it requires a boat. This catamaran tour departs from Waikiki, with a guide leading the snorkeling session and a light snack included on board.

Make the most of your time on Oahu by booking a tour that takes you all the way around the island. Discover all of Oahu's top attractions, including Diamond Head State Monument and the Halona Blow Hole, visit the famed Dole Plantation and Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet, and swim among Hawaiian sea turtles on the North Shore. Enjoy a longer stop at Waikiki to relax and take in the surroundings.

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 haunted past of Hawaii’s capital as you embark on a spooky walking tour through Honolulu. Visit a few of the city’s most haunted locations such as Iolani Palace, the Merchant Street Post Office, and the Hawaii Supreme Court, and listen to eerie stories of ghost sightings, lingering spirits, and tragedy.

Combine a visit to the Pearl Harbor National Memorial with a guided tour of downtown Honolulu during this tour from Waikiki and pack in more in just one day. First, visit the USS Arizona Memorial and Pearl Harbor Historic Sites Visitor Center and learn about the WWII site at your own pace. Then, head off on a guided tour to see main Honolulu sites such as Iolani Palace and National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific.

Enjoy an Hawaiian experience that combines history, agriculture, and delicious beverages. Oahu’s first and only rum tasting room, Ko Hana. Try fresh pressed cane juice and learn about the history of sugar cane in Hawaii; walk through a garden of native Hawaiian sugar canes, and finish with a tasting of four rums accompanied by a selection of barrel-aged snacks.

See three of Oahu's most important cultural attractions in just one day with his small-group tour. You'll visit historic Pearl Harbor where you'll learn about WWII history in the US, continuing to the Dole Plantation to learn about the history of the state's pineapple industry. You'll then visit the Polynesian Cultural Center to learn about local traditions in Hawaii and across the Pacific Islands before returning to your hotel.

Deepen your understanding of World War II and the attack on Pearl Harbor with this seamless and convenient tour. Enjoy stress-free travel with direct pickup and transportation to the Pearl Harbor National Museum. Then, skip the hassle of ticket lines as admission to key sites—including the Pearl Harbor National Memorial and Battleship Missouri Memorial—is included, giving you more time to immerse yourself in the exhibits.

Deepen your understanding of the history of Pearl Harbor while enjoying the freedom to explore at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour of the Pearl Harbor National Memorial. Explore the visitor center, two museums, and shoreline while Jamie Lee Curtis, park rangers, historians, and Pearl Harbor survivors bring the story of the attack on Pearl Harbor to vivid life.

Soar through the trees on a zipline, and enjoy a birds-eye view of verdant Oahu. Get a fully guided tour at Coral Crater Adventure park, which features six ziplines ranging in length from 300 (91.4 meters) to 600 (183 meters) feet. Equipped with the most modern braking system, these ziplines assure your family or friends an exhilarating, safe, and high-flying time.

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.

Gain a deeper understanding of World War II history without the hassle of arranging transportation, tickets, and site visits on your own. This guided tour combines Pearl Harbor’s most significant attractions with expert historical context, helping bring the events of December 7, 1941, to life. Included admissions and Waikiki transportation make for a convenient and enriching visit.