Oahu Pearl Harbor & Island Tour: Local Guide, Airfare, Pickup

Discover Oahu’s history and coastlines with a local guide

You’ll fly from Big Island to Oahu for a full-day tour led by a local guide, from reflecting at Pearl Harbor’s USS Arizona Memorial to tasting fresh shrimp on the North Shore and sampling pineapple treats at Dole Plantation. Expect laughter with locals, ocean views, and moments that linger long after you’re home.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. USS Arizona Memorial1h · entry included
2. Tropical Farms Macadamia Nut Farm20m
3. Dole Plantation45m
4. Waikiki1m

Day 1: Pearl Harbor and USS Arizona Memorial

• Explore Pearl Harbor Visitor Center exhibits and film
• Boat ride to USS Arizona Memorial
• Visit USS Arizona Memorial and Remembrance Wall

Day 2: Scenic Drive and Farms

• Drive along Oahu’s northeast coastline
• Visit Tropical Farms Macadamia Nut Farm
• Stop at Kualoa Regional Park

Day 3: North Shore and Local Flavors

• Lunch at Fumi's Garlic Shrimp Truck
• Visit Kahuku Land Farms stand
• Drive through North Shore surf spots
• Explore Haleiwa town and local culture

Day 4: Dole Plantation and Return

• Visit Dole Plantation Store and Rainbow Eucalyptus trees
• Return to tour starting point

The experience

“You see those oil drops?” our guide asked quietly as we leaned over the rail at the USS Arizona Memorial. “They call them the tears of the Arizona.” I didn’t expect to feel so much standing there. It was oddly silent except for the water lapping below, and even the kids in our group went quiet. The names on the wall hit harder than I thought they would. It felt like everyone was holding their breath together for a minute.

The day started early: Big Island to Honolulu is just a short flight but somehow it felt like we’d landed somewhere completely different. Our driver met us right at the airport with this easy smile and a stack of attraction tickets (I never had to worry about where to go next). After Pearl Harbor, we circled Oahu in that blessedly air-conditioned van. The Koʻolau Mountains looked unreal in the morning mist, all sharp ridges and deep green. At Tropical Farms Macadamia Nut Farm, I tried cracking a nut myself (not as easy as it looks) and ended up laughing with one of the aunties who worked there. She showed me how you’re supposed to do it: her hands way quicker than mine.

Lunch was at Fumi’s Garlic Shrimp Truck up on the North Shore. The garlic smell hit before we even got out of the van: honestly, my fingers still smelled like shrimp hours later. We stopped at roadside fruit stands too. I grabbed banana lumpia because our guide swore it was “the best on island.” He wasn’t wrong. There were surfers out at Waimea Bay, even though it wasn’t competition season, and I could’ve watched them for hours if we didn’t have more ground to cover.

By late afternoon we reached Dole Plantation. The sun was hot but not unbearable. I ducked into the shop mostly for shade but ended up trying Dole Whip (it’s sweet and cold and sort of perfect after a long day). On the drive back toward Waikiki, I realized how much of Oahu we’d actually seen in just one day trip from Big Island. It’s weird how some places stick with you more than you expect. I still think about that quiet moment over the water at Pearl Harbor sometimes.

What’s included

Your experience covers roundtrip airfare between Big Island and Honolulu, airport pickup by your local guide in an air-conditioned vehicle, all entry tickets handed out by your driver-guide on arrival, plus plenty of stops for food (at your own expense) along Oahu’s scenic coastline before returning back in the evening.

Before you book

Days and timesWednesday and SundayDeparts at 07:00

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Aloha Sunshine Tours

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the day trip from Big Island to Oahu?

The tour lasts a full day including roundtrip flights between Big Island and Honolulu plus sightseeing around Oahu.

Is lunch included on this Oahu Pearl Harbor tour?

No, lunch is not included but there are stops at local food trucks like Fumi’s Garlic Shrimp Truck where you can buy your own meal.

What sites are visited during this circle island tour?

You’ll visit Pearl Harbor (USS Arizona Memorial), Tropical Farms Macadamia Nut Farm, North Shore beaches like Waimea Bay, Haleiwa town, roadside fruit stands, and Dole Plantation.

Are entry tickets provided for attractions?

Yes, your guide will provide all necessary entry tickets on the day of your tour.

Is hotel pickup included from my accommodation?

Your tour includes pickup after arriving in Honolulu. Roundtrip airfare from Big Island is also included.

Can I bring a bag into Pearl Harbor?

No purses or bags are allowed inside Pearl Harbor except clear plastic bags. Storage is available for $7 per bag.

What should I bring for this Oahu day trip?

Wear comfortable shoes for walking. Bring cash for food trucks or roadside stands as many are cash-only.