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The 15 Best Guided Tours and Day Trips on Oahu

94 tours  ·  from $45

Anything with a guide, a hull or a minibus attached, gathered in one place. The 15 below are the ones worth handing a whole day to, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue under them.

Oahu Grand Circle Island and Haleiwa Tour: 9-Hr Deluxe Experience - Halona Blowhole: a quick volcanic spectacle
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Oahu Grand Circle Island and Haleiwa Tour: 9-Hr Deluxe Experience

1.Oahu Grand Circle Island and Haleiwa Tour: 9-Hr Deluxe Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17,387 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $140Our pick

See Oahu’s major sights in one day with a guide such as Marlon, Lola, or Tony. The route includes Diamond Head views, Halona Blowhole, Nuʻuanu Pali, Byodo-In Temple, Haleiwa, and Dole Plantation. Expect an early pickup, a large coach, short scenic stops, and free time for lunch in Haleiwa.

“This tour was really good. Lola was our guide, she was funny and very interesting. She shared a lot of interesting facts about Hawaii and its history. This was a great introduction to Oahu and hits the main sights around the island. Reasonably priced.”

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Oahu: Grand Tour Around Island 16 Locations plus Snorkeling - Diamond Head, Halona, and the southeast coast
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Oahu: Grand Tour Around Island 16 Locations plus Snorkeling

2.Grand Tour Around Island 16 Locations plus Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,669 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $109

Spend 8 to 10 hours circling Oahu with a guide such as Aka, Dylan, Kat, or Jay. Visit beaches, surf spots, farms, Haleiwa, Dole Plantation, and coffee country, with snorkeling gear and hotel pickup included. Expect a large bus, many short stops, and a route that can change.

“This was definitely a full day experience. But we had an incredible tour guide Kathleen who was super insightful about the area and made sure we hit every stop”

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Majestic Circle Island Tour with Lunch - Byodo-In Temple offers a calmer half hour
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Majestic Circle Island Tour with Lunch

3.Majestic Circle Island Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,014 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $181

Spend about nine hours seeing Oahu’s major sights from a Waikiki hotel pickup. Guides such as Keoki, Big Jon, Humu, and Prince combine Hawaiian history, humor, music, and practical tips with stops at Pali Lookout, Byodo-In Temple, Waimea Falls, Dole Plantation, and a local lunch.

“An excellent taste of Oahu served up by Chico. Very informative & entertaining. Highly recommend this 10+ hour tour & especially Chico”

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Oahu's Ultimate Tour: Dole, Turtle Snorkel, Pali Lookout & More - Hanauma Bay and the coastal road
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Oahu’s Ultimate Tour: Dole, Turtle Snorkel, Pali Lookout & More

4.Oahu’s Ultimate Tour: Dole, Turtle Snorkel, Pali Lookout & More

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,461 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $108

This 10 to 12 hour Oahu circle island tour combines scenic lookouts, Byodo-In Temple viewed in passing, North Shore beaches, turtle snorkeling, Dole Plantation, macadamia nuts, coffee, and local food stops. Guides may include Rob, Kap, Cap, or Dirk. Pickup is available in Waikiki.

“Fun trip with a fun tour guide, Kap?, and group. Saw many places and many beaches. I wouldn’t waste my time on the Dole Train next time. Saw many plants, but too long with the return trip useless. We had to hurry to the train, and then buy Dole Whip. No time to look in shop or around grounds. Our snorkeling beach was too rocky to really enjoy the beach.”

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Oahu Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling— Small-Groups - Macadamia Tasting Under the Banyan Trees
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Oahu Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling— Small-Groups

5.Oahu Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling— Small-Groups

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,214 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $149

Join a local guide such as Nevin, Raul, Justin, or Mike for an eight-hour Oahu loop from Waikiki. You’ll visit Diamond Head, Kualoa Point, North Shore beaches, a macadamia farm, Dole Plantation, and a turtle snorkeling beach in a minibus for up to 28 people.

“Enjoyable day overall - Nevin was a great host and we liked his energy, enthusiasm and local knowledge.”

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Pearl Harbor Remembered Tour - Getting oriented at Pearl Harbor National Memorial
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Pearl Harbor Remembered Tour

6.Pearl Harbor Remembered Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,143 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $143

Spend about seven hours visiting Pearl Harbor’s USS Arizona Memorial and USS Missouri, then tour historic Honolulu by bus. E Noa guides such as Oli, Kimo, Nani, and Humu add lively local history. Waikiki pickup, mobile tickets, and English commentary are included.

“Great experience. Mimo was the best guide ever. She was 1/2 the highlight of the trip. The Pearl Harbor tour was great. Arizona memorial and Missouri tour were outstanding.”

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Pearl Harbor, USS Arizona Memorial & Honolulu City Tour - Touring Honolulu before and after Pearl Harbor
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Pearl Harbor, USS Arizona Memorial & Honolulu City Tour

7.Pearl Harbor, USS Arizona Memorial & Honolulu City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,866 reviews · 5 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $94

Ride an air-conditioned coach from selected Honolulu hotels to Pearl Harbor and downtown landmarks. See the USS Arizona Memorial, Iolani Palace, King Kamehameha statue, and Punchbowl National Cemetery. Upgrade for the USS Missouri or Aviation Museum. Guides such as Kimo, Patrick, and Kilani add local insight.

“Wait until the restoration of the USS Arizona is complete. The ferry around the memorial does not do it justice with all the construction around it. The information is great. We should have take the USS Missouri instead.”

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Pearl Harbor City Tour - Arriving at the Pearl Harbor National Memorial
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Pearl Harbor City Tour

8.Pearl Harbor City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,254 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $69

Spend about five hours touring historic Honolulu and Pearl Harbor from Waikiki. See Iolani Palace and the King Kamehameha Statue, then visit the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center and USS Arizona Memorial. Guides such as Oli, RJ, Kimo, and Nani add local stories, but Arizona boat access is not guaranteed.

“Oli picked us up near our Hotel and immediately made everyone feel like Ohana (family). Oli not only transported us with care and expertise, he also amazed us with heart-warming stories and tales of the area. The Historic Tour of Honolulu added to our Pearl Harbor experience. He was ON TIME and made everyone feel important and like Ohana. Plus on the way home, he helped everyone get as close to their destination as possible, even with road closures for a parade. Thank you, Oli, for an amazing experience!!”

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Tour of North Shore & Waimea Waterfall - Diamond Head and the southeast coast
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Tour of North Shore & Waimea Waterfall

9.Tour of North Shore & Waimea Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,682 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $154

Ride a small bus from Waikiki around Oahu’s east and North Shore, stopping at Halona Blowhole, Mokoli’i, Kahuku, Waimea Valley, Dole Plantation, and Nu’uanu Pali. You’ll hike to a waterfall, sample local treats, and hear island stories from guides such as Ian, Tim, Rocky, and Kanamu.

“Really the only thing that , I would consider a downside was the traffic. Other than that, it was very enjoyable. Our guide RJ was very professional, friendly with a healthy dose of humor!”

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All Inclusive Ultimate Circle Island Tour, Waimea Falls & Lunch - Halona Blowhole and Sandy Beach: dramatic water, no swimming
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All Inclusive Ultimate Circle Island Tour, Waimea Falls & Lunch

10.All Inclusive Ultimate Circle Island Tour, Waimea Falls & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,067 reviews · from $156

Spend a full day circling Oahu from Honolulu with guides such as Hailey, stopping at coastal lookouts, Byodo-in Temple, a North Shore shrimp farm, Waimea Falls, Haleiwa, and Dole Plantation. Transport, entry fees, lunch, and vegetarian options are included.

“Hailey was a great guide. Very educational. Chen did an awesome job driving and making a bus ride enjoyable. Sites were amazing even though the first part of the day was rain soaked.”

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Oahu Deluxe Grand Circle Island Tour - Starting with Diamond Head and Kahala
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Oahu Deluxe Grand Circle Island Tour

11.Oahu Deluxe Grand Circle Island Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,123 reviews · 10 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $145

Spend about 10 hours circling Oahu with a professional guide, hotel pickup, temple admission, and stops at Diamond Head, Nuʻuanu Pali, Waimea Valley, Haleiwa, and Dole Plantation. Guides such as Mo, Mike, Ken, and Wes are praised for lively stories about Hawaiian history and culture.

“I highly recommend the tour! We didn't rent a car and our first time on the island. We were able to see great views and locations. Our driver Michael was funny! Worth the price.”

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Pearl Harbor, National Memorial Cemetery and Honolulu City Tour - Pearl Harbor Visitor Center: exhibits before or after the boat
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Pearl Harbor, National Memorial Cemetery and Honolulu City Tour

12.Pearl Harbor, National Memorial Cemetery and Honolulu City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,777 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $59

Travel from Waikiki to Pearl Harbor for the Navy boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial, then tour downtown Honolulu, Iolani Palace, Kawaiahao Church, King Kamehameha’s statue, and Punchbowl Cemetery. Guides such as Kenny, Garfield, Moana, and Cousin Fred have led engaging tours, but timing can feel tight.

“When I booked this trip, touring the USS Arizona Memorial was listed as being included. A couple days before the tour, I found out that we would not be able to go to memorial. It was too late to get tickets otherwise. When we arrived at Pear Harbor Memorial at 10:15am, we were told that we could wait in the stand by line to try to get on board boat to memorial. We waited 2 1/2 hours in line and missed the tour bus for the rest of the tour. We had to run back to bus to get bags we had left on tour bus at time we were…”

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Premium Oahu Circle Island Tour – Small Group, No Crowds - Halona Blowhole and the southeastern cliffs
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Premium Oahu Circle Island Tour – Small Group, No Crowds

13.Premium Oahu Circle Island Tour – Small Group, No Crowds

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,709 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $115

Travel around Oahu in a van with no more than 13 passengers, stopping at Diamond Head, Halona Blowhole, Byodo-In Temple, North Shore beaches, Haleiwa, Dole Plantation, and a macadamia farm. Guides such as Anna, Tyrone, Nikki, and Justin add island history, local tips, and a relaxed feel.

“Anna was an awesome tour guide. She was knowledgeable about Island history and had a bubbling personality, which made the experience enjoyable and fun. The only thing I didn’t like was the limited number of lunch choices for those of us that don’t eat shrimp.”

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Oahu Dolphin and Snorkel Tour with Waikiki Pickup & Lunch - The Waianae ride changes the day
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Oahu Dolphin and Snorkel Tour with Waikiki Pickup & Lunch

14.Oahu Dolphin and Snorkel Tour with Waikiki Pickup & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,687 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $164

Ride from Waikiki to west Oahu for a wildlife cruise led by guides including Captain Dani, Tyler, Lauren, and Bennett. Look for spinner dolphins and whales, snorkel near Hawaiian green sea turtles, then enjoy lunch, hula, kayaks, paddle boards, and a fast 20-foot water slide.

“My daughter and I loved this excursion. The crew was so friendly and accommodating, especially the captain who let the kids sit with her and karaoke. Also, don’t skimp on the photo package! We are so glad we purchased the pictures.”

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Pearl Harbor: USS Arizona Memorial & USS Missouri Battleship Tour from Waikiki - Early pickup from Waikiki
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Pearl Harbor: USS Arizona Memorial & USS Missouri Battleship Tour from Waikiki

15.USS Arizona Memorial & USS Missouri Battleship Tour from Waikiki

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,445 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $157

Travel from Waikiki to Pearl Harbor for the Visitor Center, USS Arizona Memorial when tickets are available, and USS Missouri. Guides such as Will, Jeff, Tim, Sam, and Ozzie add historical context, while round-trip pickup keeps the day simple. Expect walking, an early start, and some free time to explore.

“Sam was amazing! Very personable and helpful. His knowledge and guidance was helpful for a solo traveller like me.”

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