Honolulu Trip Overview
Welcome to the beautiful Hawaiian island of O’ahu! Featuring the vibrant city of Honolulu, lush jungles that have appeared in blockbusters like Jurassic Park, and the most stunning beaches in the world, O’ahu truly has a little bit of everything. Cruise around this tropical paradise, hike its best trails, and learn about its incredible conflict-strewn history… all from the comfort of your own vehicle or rental!
Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!
Here’s how it works: Within 30 min, we’ll send you two things: a unique password and the Action Tour Guide app. Download the App onto your phone and enter the password. Then download the tour inside. When you arrive, go to the Pearl Harbor National Memorial to start the tour. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
NO EXPIRATION — THE TOUR IS AVAILABLE FROM THE MINUTE YOU BOOK UNTIL FOREVER!
This isn’t an entrance ticket. Check pandemic rules and opening hours before your visit.
Additional Info
Duration: 3 to 5 hours
Starts: Honolulu, United States
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
Welcome to the beautiful Hawaiian island of O’ahu! Featuring the vibrant city of Honolulu, lush jungles that have appeared in blockbusters like Jurassic Park, and the most stunning beaches in the world, O’ahu truly has a little bit of everything. Cruise around this tropical paradise, hike its best trails, and learn about its incredible conflict-strewn history… all from the comfort of your own vehicle or rental!
Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!
Here’s how it works: Within 30 min, we’ll send you two things: a unique password and the Action Tour Guide app. Download the App onto your phone and enter the password. Then download the tour inside. When you arrive, go to the Pearl Harbor National Memorial to start the tour. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
NO EXPIRATION — THE TOUR IS AVAILABLE FROM THE MINUTE YOU BOOK UNTIL FOREVER!
This isn’t an entrance ticket. Check pandemic rules and opening hours before your visit.
Stop At: Pearl Harbor National Memorial, 1 Arizona Memorial Place, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96818
Get ready for a totally comprehensive tour of Hawaii’s most populous island: O’ahu. Home to the city of Honolulu, this island is chock full of culture, natural beauty, and fascinating history–all of which you’ll experience during your drive!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, USA
The tour begins in Pearl Harbor, where a surprise attack on December 7th, 1941 changed the course of history.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Honolulu, Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii
As you drive through Honolulu, you’ll learn about the city’s unexpectedly humble origins, and how it became the hub it is today.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Bishop Museum, 1525 Bernice St, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96817-2704
One of the first landmarks you’ll pass is the Bishop Museum. This isn’t just the largest museum in Hawaii, but also has a surprisingly sweet love story behind it!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Aloha Tower, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA
Get a good look at the Aloha Tower next. This iconic waterside tower once greeted all travelers arriving in Honolulu, because everyone arrived by boat.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: King Kamehameha Statue, 417 S King St, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96813-2943
The most recognized Kamehameha statue stands in front of Aliiolani Hale (home to the Hawaii State Supreme Court) across from Iolani Palace and a short walk from historic Kawaiahao Church and the State Capitol. … The third statue of him is located in Hilo on the island of Hawaii, and the fourth is in Washington D.C.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Ala Moana Beach Park, 1201 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96814-4205
The first beach you’ll see is Ala Moana Beach, a pristine stretch of sand which, believe it or not, used to be a garbage dump! But don’t worry, it’s perfectly clean now, and great for swimming.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: King David Kalakaua Statue, 2050 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815-2048
Next, you’ll pass a statue of King David Kalakaua, Hawaii’s last king.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Waikiki Beach, Kalakaua Avenuue, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
The next beach you’ll reach is Waikiki Beach, made famous by the legendary surfer Duke Kahanamoku. Duke is responsible for bringing surfing to the world at large and bringing major recognition to this beach.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Kapiolani Park, 3840 Paki Ave, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815-4523
Your route takes you next past Kapi’olani Park, another beautiful space which was once little more than a soggy bit of marshland.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Diamond Head State Monument, 18th Ave. Waikiki, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
After that, you’ll come to Diamond Head State Monument, an immense crater left by a volcanic explosion. It’s now become Hawaii’s most popular park!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: China Walls, Hanapepe Loop, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96825
As you continue, you’ll reach the China Walls, an impressive formation of natural walls which some say rival the Great Wall of China!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96825-2005
Get some unbeatable views up next at Hanauma Bay Lookout, and don’t forget to snap a few pictures while you’re there!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Lanai lookout, Oahu, HI
Lanai Lookout is next, and it’s especially good if you’re trying to get away from the crowd.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Halona Blowhole, Kalanianole Highway, Oahu, HI 96825
The next lookout, Halona Blowhole Lookout, offers views of a peculiar rock formation which shoots water into the air when waves crash against it.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Pele’s Chair, Kalanianaole Highway, Oahu, HI
If you trek along the shore a bit, you’ll come to Pele’s Chair, a natural formation which some believe to be the chair of Pele, a volcanic goddess.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Kaiwi Shoreline Trail, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96825
Up next is Kaiwi State Scenic Shoreline, which is exactly what it sounds like. If you’re a fan of ocean views, this makes for a wonderful stroll.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Rabbit Island, Hawaii 96795, USA
As you drive, you’ll catch sight of Rabbit Island. Once home to a rabbit farm, this island is now mostly untouched by humans.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Waimanalo Beach, 41 Kalanianaole Hwy, Waimanalo, Oahu, HI 96795-1299
Travelers seeking a pristine beach that doesn’t see the same crowds as others will love Waimanalo Beach, a stretch of white sand sheltered by a wall of ironwood trees.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Kailua Beach Park, 526 Kawailoa Road, Kailua, Oahu, HI 96734
Up next is the unassuming town of Kailua. Unassuming, that is, except for the fact that former president Barack Obama spent his winters here!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Ulupo Heiau State Historic Site, Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, HI 96734
Next, you’ll pass the Ulupo Heiau State Historic Site. This increidble archaeological site is home to an ancient Hawaiian temple called a Heiau, which is almost 500 years old!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: O‘ahu, Hawaii, USA
You’ll also pass the Pali Golf Course and hear all about the plentiful offerings for golfers on O’ahu.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Lulumahu Waterfall, 3310 Pali Hwy # 4460, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96817
Looking for more waterfalls? You’ll find one at the end of a trail up ahead, which leads to the gorgeous, secluded Lulumahu Falls.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden, 45-680 Luluku Rd, Kaneohe, HI 96744, USA
Up next is the Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden, home to a staggering 400 acres of tropical flora from all over the world. There’s even a campground within the garden!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: He’eia State Park, 46-465 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe, Oahu, HI 96744-4044
Continuing on, you’ll reach the town of He’eia and hear the wild legend behind its name.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Byodo-In Temple, 47-200 Kahekili Hwy, Kaneohe, Oahu, HI 96744-4562
You won’t want to miss the next stop, an elaborate Buddhist temple called the Byodo-In Temple. It was built as an exact to-scale replica of the temples one would find in Japan!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Kualoa Ranch, 49-560 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe, Oahu, HI 96744-5152
As you drive, you’ll pass Kualoa Ranch, a sprawling jungle ranch which has been the filming location for countless Hollywood hits, including Jurassic Park, Hawaii Five-O, and Lost!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Kualoa Rock Beach, Kamehameha Hwy, Kaaawa, HI 96730, USA
Kualoa Rock Beach, up next, offers some great lounging opportunities, though swimmers will find the rocky shore a bit uncomfortable to wade along.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Kahana Bay Beach Park, Oahu, HI
The next beach, Kahana Bay Beach, isn’t just a great stretch of sand, but is also packed with history! Archaeologists have found all sorts of pre-contact relics buried in the sand here.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Ahupua’a O Kahana State Park, 55-222 Kamehameha Highway, Kaaawa, Oahu, HI 96730
Ahupua’a ‘O Kahana State Park is next, offering plenty of lush greenery and stunning hikes for those looking to stretch their legs.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Hukilau Marketplace, 55-370 Kamehameha Hwy Polynesian Cultural Center, Laie, Oahu, HI 96762-2113
Those looking to stop for a snack or a souvenir will want to stop at the next landmark: Hukilau Marketplace. This iconic market styles itself just like a classic 1950s Hawaiian market would.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Malaekahana State Recreation Area, 56-020 Kamehameha Hwy, Laie, Oahu, HI 96762-1276
Beach campers will absolutely want to stop at the next spot, Malaekahana State Recreation Area. This shoreline camping area makes for some seriously memorable mornings!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: James Campbell National Wildlife Refuge, 66-590 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, Oahu, HI 96712-2402
Next is the James Campbell Wildlife Refuge, where you’ll learn the legend of how some of O’ahu’s most recognizable birds got their iconic plumage.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Sunset Beach Park, 59-104 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, Oahu, HI 96712-9728
James Campbell National Wildlife Refuge is a National Wildlife Refuge on the island of Oʻahu, Hawaii. It was established in 1976 to permanently protect an ecologically-intact unit and to provide habitat for native and migratory fauna and native flora
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Sunset Beach Park, 59-104 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, Oahu, HI 96712-9728
If the day is winding down, one of the best spots to be is your next stop: Sunset Beach. This is, hands down, one of the best spots on the island to catch a proper Hawaiian sunset.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Banzai Pipeline, Sunset Beach Park, Pupukea, Oahu, HI
As you drive, you’ll pass the infamous Banzai Pipeline. This death-defying surf break has challenged some of the most famous surfers around for years, and not all of them survive it.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Shark’s Cove, Haleiwa, Oahu, HI 96712-8410
After that is Shark’s Cove. Don’t worry though, it gets its name not because sharks infest the waters, but instead because it looks a little bit like a shark when viewed from above.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Waimea Bay, Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, Oahu, HI 96712-1304
One of the last beaches on your tour is Waimea Bay. This isn’t just any beach, but has been featured in high-octane Hollywood adventures like Point Break!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: 64-1550 Kamehameha Hwy Dole Plantation, Wahiawa, Oahu, HI 96786-2915
Your final stop is at the historic Dole Plantation, a window back in time which also features a train ride and the world’s largest maze for some fun family activities. The tour concludes here.
Duration: 5 minutes
