Day Trips from Oahu to Honolulu

Explore Honolulu’s rainforest from the comfort of your own vehicle and without the rush of a group tour with this self-guided driving tour. Follow the driving directions on your smartphone app, and stop at some or all of the designated spots, such as Tantalus Lookout at Puu Ualakaa State Park. Plus, the audio tour tells you about the history and culture of the area and Hawaii.

Drive the legendary North Shore of Oahu at your own pace with this self-guided audio tour. Enjoy freedom to explore famous beaches, local food trucks, and hidden gems while listening to stories about Hawaiian history and culture. This flexible tour offers offline GPS navigation and customizable stops for a personalized island adventure.

Explore Oahu at your own pace with an app-based, self-guided GPS audio driving tour. There’s no in-person guide—your phone provides GPS navigation, stories, local history, and directions as you drive. Follow turn-by-turn directions to scenic viewpoints, famous North Shore beaches, cultural sites, local food stops, and hidden gems. Shaka Guide tours are created by real people who know and experience the destinations they guide, bringing Oahu to life through stories, history, and local insight. Stop where you want, skip what you don’t, and spend as much time as you like exploring. One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle. Simply download the Shaka Guide app and tour before you go; once downloaded, the audio and map work offline as you drive."

Circle the island of Oahu and its many points of interest on this guided adventure. Learn about Hawaiian history and culture while exploring the coastline. Visit sites like Diamond Head, the Pali Lookout, Mokoli'i Island, and Laie Point. Also, see famous places like Banzai Pipeline, Sunset Beach, and Waimea Bay. For lunch, try some fresh Hawaiian shrimp from one of the local food trucks (own expense). And if time permits, check out some of the secret spots for viewing sea turtles and monk seals.

This immersive tour brings the Hawaii Five-0 experience to life with insider stories and behind-the-scenes secrets from the show’s set. Discover iconic filming locations across Oʻahu, including McGarrett’s oceanfront estate, the Hawaii Five-0 Headquarters, and scenic beaches. Perfect for TV fans and pop-culture enthusiasts, this unique adventure offers a blend of stunning scenery and engaging trivia, giving a fresh perspective on the island. Capture memorable photos at each site while learning about plotlines and filming techniques that shaped the series. - Visit famous filming locations featured in multiple seasons of Hawaii Five-0 - Snap photos at iconic sites like McGarrett’s house and Aliʻiōlani Hale - Enjoy engaging stories and behind-the-scenes trivia from your guide - Experience the tour designed for TV fans and curious travelers alike

There are plenty of great eats to be had on Oahu, but visitors need someone to guide them away from the tourist traps toward the top foodie spots. This guided tour takes you all around the island, to some of the finest viewpoints and top meal and snack spots where you can taste Oahu's best flavors.

Experience Hawaii like a local with our innovative sightseeing tours. From scenic lookouts and local beaches to hidden gems, shopping spots, and authentic island cuisine, we’ll guide you to the best of Oahu. Let your adventure begin!

Our Battleship Missouri Memorial tour stands out because it is not just a visit; it’s an immersive, educational, and deeply personal journey through one of America’s most important historical landmarks. With expert guidance, exclusive access, interactive experiences, and personalized attention, we ensure that your time aboard the USS Missouri is both memorable and profoundly impactful.

Visit All 4 Museums in One day on this tour, tickets and admissions are included. See how the US entered into and ended World War II in the valor of the Pacific. WWII history at Pearl Harbor and relive the infamous Sunday morning of December 7, 1941. A visit to the visitor center and the accompanying “Road to War” and “Attack” exhibit galleries that display pictures and recovered items from the events which transpired at Pearl Harbor and WWII. Then, watch a short film explaining the fateful day and its significance & boat ride to Arizona memorial. All 4 Attractions at Pearl Harbor • USS Arizona Memorial • USS Missouri • USS Bowfin • Aviation Museum Note: Small bags allowed with limited to size measuring 1.5" X 2.25" X 5.5" or less in total dimensions.

The owner is an avid photographer, and astrophotographer. This tour will specialize in doing photography while touring the island. As any photographer knows, Golden Hour for photography is during sunrise or sunset when the light makes for great contrast. We will work with you to decide a start time that could include sunrise or sunset, whose times vary by about an hour throughout the year. We can work with you to determine a start time. This is a private tour, so you get the tour guide, and tour van to yourselves for up to 8 hours, similar to our regular tour of the island, but this one specializes in photography. We provide Private, Custom, tours of the island of Oahu. You can set the itinerary or leave it up to our expert guides, or a mix of both. We've been giving tours since 2012. We like to start our island tours at 8:30am.

This tour is similar to our 8 hour Custom, Private tour, except with this tour, we can stop at the secret spots that big bus tours can't stop at. These spots are so secret, we can't tell you in advance, but for the you'll get to see places that you won't see on other tours. You'll learn even more about the History and Culture of Hawaii, and see some truly beautiful scenery. Your tour guide will work with you on the itinerary and route for the day to customize it to your desires.

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).

Experience Oahu’s top attractions and local flavors without the hassle of planning routes, driving, or researching where to eat. This guided tour combines scenic highlights with tastings of regional specialties, offering a broader introduction to the island’s culture, landscapes, and cuisine. It's an easy way to see more of Oahu in a single day.

Experience Oahu in comfort and style on this luxury private tour, with the option to choose between a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (up to 14 passengers) or a premium van (up to 6 passengers) based on your group size and preference. This flexible 6 to 7-hour experience may follow a classic Oahu island loop or be customized to your interests. If a separate customized itinerary has not been arranged in advance, the tour will follow a carefully curated highlights route, allowing you to explore Oahu’s iconic attractions efficiently in one day. Travel exclusively with your own private group and enjoy a relaxed journey with no rushing, no sharing, and no fixed schedule. From scenic coastal drives and panoramic viewpoints to famous landmarks and local spots, every stop is designed around what you want to see. With a modern vehicle and a private guide dedicated solely to your party, this tour is ideal for families, couples, and small groups seeking a personalized island experience.

This premium combo tour lets you experience Oahu from day to night, combining a full-day island sightseeing tour with a vibrant Hawaiian evening show in Waikiki. It’s an ideal choice for first-time visitors looking to make the most of their time on the island.During the day, travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with a professional guide as you visit Oahu’s top attractions, including Diamond Head Lookout, Halona Blowhole, and Byodo-In Temple. Enjoy scenic coastal views and explore popular spots such as Dole Plantation and the North Shore while learning about Hawaii’s history and culture.In the evening, enjoy a Hawaiian night show featuring traditional hula, live music, and an exciting fire knife dance. This package includes a show ticket valued at approximately $100, which can be used on the same day or rescheduled for another date. Waikiki hotel pickup is included for the Oahu Island tour, and the show venue is within walking distance from most Waikiki hotels.

Covering Oahu's key landmarks and coastal sites independently—from Diamond Head and Makapu'u Beach to the Halona Blowhole, Dole Plantation, and the North Shore—requires a full-day driving route that most visitors don't have time to plan. This minibus tour connects roughly a dozen stops across the island, including snorkeling at Turtle Beach with green sea turtles, so all you have to do is sit back and enjoy the view.

Explore Oahu on this full-day minibus tour with a small group and a local guide. With your small group of 24-28 people or fewer, make plenty of stops at the island's highlights, including snorkeling with green sea turtles on the North Shore. See the Dole Plantation, the Halona Blowhole, Diamond Head, and Makapu’u Beach during this day-long outing. Round-trip transportation from Waikiki hotels is included.

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.

Oahu's sights ring the island, too far apart to reach from Waikiki in a day without a car and hours of driving. Circle the whole island on this small-group tour, stopping at the North Shore, Nu'uanu Pali, Pearl Harbor, and the Dole Plantation, with a guide covering the island's history along the way.

Discover Hawaiian history and culture in one day during this small-group tour of Oahu. Start your day at the Pearl Harbor memorial site to learn about the US and World War II. Then, head to the Polynesian Cultural Center to learn more about Pacific Islanders and local culture. In between, stop at a macadamia farm for samples and a coffee. Hotel pickup and return from Waikiki are included for your convenience.

Seeing Pearl Harbor is a must-do while on Oahu, but visiting typically requires an early morning line-up for tickets. This small-group guided tour lets you skip the hassle of securing tickets and includes hotel pickup from Honolulu. Visit the USS Arizona Memorial and USS Battleship Missouri and learn all about that infamous day.

A circle-island tour of Oahu usually runs a fixed loop, stopping where the operator decides rather than where you want to linger. Build your own instead on this private tour, where the guide shapes the route around what you're after—hiking, beach time, waterfalls, or food—and drives you around the island at your pace. Hotel pickup and all transport are included, so the day is yours to plan.

Experience the best of Oahu without having to keep your eyes on the road by booking an island tour. Your driver-guide will pick you up in Waikiki and take you out on a 6- to 8-hour journey around the island. Stops along the way include the Halona Blowhole, the Byodo-In Temple, the North Shore, and the Waimea Waterfall.