Expect lots of nature — parks, scenic views, and outdoor activities. A moderate mix of walking and active experiences, with a mix of self-guided and guided activities. Includes 19 must-see landmarks across Oahu and Maui and Big Island.
Highlights: Haleakala Sunrise Experience, Pearl Harbor & USS Arizona Memorial, Pearl Harbor National Memorial, Haleakala National Park Sunrise & Summit, Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park
Hotels and experiences are selected at the luxury tier — expect premium stays, skip-the-line access, and fine dining.
Your Route — ordered to minimize backtracking
35+ activities scored and ranked · route optimized across 3 cities
Day-by-Day Schedule — heavy and light days alternate so you don’t burn out
Oahu
Oahu
Tour the USS Arizona Memorial and Pearl Harbor visitor center
Open year-round; free timed tickets required — book well in advance 📍 MapExplore the Jurassic Park valley on ATV, horseback, or movie-site tours at Kualoa Ranch
$125 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round. Drier months (Apr-Oct) are best. Book popular tours 2-3 weeks ahead. Book this tour →Waikiki / Kailua
Visit the USS Arizona Memorial and Pearl Harbor museums honoring the 1941 attack
$1 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round. Book USS Arizona tickets 60 days ahead on Recreation.gov. Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
Hike to the summit of iconic Diamond Head crater for panoramic views
$5 Verified Mar 2026 Open year-round; advance reservations required for non-residents 📍 MapWaikiki / Kailua
Snorkel in a protected marine sanctuary with abundant tropical fish
$25 Verified Mar 2026 Calmest May-Sep 📍 Map
Relax on world-famous Waikiki Beach with shopping and dining
Warm and swimmable year-round; calmest May-Sep 📍 MapWaikiki / Kailua
Hike to the summit of Diamond Head crater for 360-degree views of Waikiki and the Pacific
$5 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round. Cooler months (Oct-Apr) are ideal for the hike. Online reservation required for non-residents.Swim, surf, and stroll the golden sands of Waikiki Beach with Diamond Head as your backdrop
Year-round. Summer months (Apr-Oct) have calmer surf. Free Friday night fireworks at Hilton Hawaiian Village.Waikiki / Kailua
Snorkel with tropical fish in a volcanic crater bay, Oahu's top marine preserve
$25 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round (Wed-Sun only). Summer has calmer water and best snorkeling visibility. Closed Mon-Tue. Online reservation required.Watch world-class surfers at Pipeline, explore Haleiwa, and grab shave ice at Matsumoto's
Year-round. Nov-Feb for big wave season and surf competitions. Summer has calmer water for swimming. Matsumoto's open daily.Waikiki / Kailua
Soar over Oahu's North Shore on eight dual ziplines at a working agricultural farm
$200 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round. Dry months (Apr-Oct) ideal. Tours run rain or shine but may cancel in severe weather. Book this tour →Experience an authentic Hawaiian feast with hula, fire dancing, and kalua pig under the stars
$120 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round; book ahead for Friday and Saturday shows. 📍 MapWaikiki / Kailua
Cruise Oahu's west coast to spot spinner dolphins, snorkel with sea turtles, and kayak
$189 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round. Calmer seas in summer. Winter months (Nov-Mar) add humpback whale sightings. Book this tour →Learn to make poke, coconut shrimp, and mochi in a chef's Diamond Head home kitchen
$149 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round. Book at least 2 weeks ahead. Available on Airbnb Experiences and hawaiianstylecookingclass.com. Book this tour →Waikiki / Kailua
Sail to Oahu's secluded west coast for snorkeling, dolphins, and a Hawaiian buffet lunch
$175 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round. Calmest seas and best snorkeling visibility in summer. Nov-Mar adds humpback whale sightings.Fly over Diamond Head, Pearl Harbor, and the lush windward coast on a scenic helicopter tour
$305 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round. Clear, calm conditions in summer offer best visibility. Flights may cancel in high winds or heavy rain.Waikiki / Kailua
See all of Oahu's highlights in one day on a guided circle-island tour with lunch
$110 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round. Drier months (Apr-Oct) offer better conditions. Tours run daily with Waikiki hotel pickup.Waikiki / Kailua
Relax on one of Hawaii's most beautiful and quieter beaches
Calm water year-round; parking limited, arrive early 📍 Map
Experience legendary surfing beaches and casual beach town atmosphere
Surf Nov-Feb 📍 MapWaikiki / Kailua
Visit exclusive Hawaii Five-0 filming locations by Jeep, including McGarrett's House
$129 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round. Available Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat. Book at least a week ahead. Book this tour →
Explore legendary movie set locations and windward coast scenic views
$63 Verified Mar 2026 Open year-round; book 2-3 weeks ahead in peak season 📍 MapWaikiki / Kailua
Maui
Maui
Watch sunrise above the clouds from a dormant volcano summit
$30 Verified Mar 2026 Open year-round; sunrise reservations required 3-7am, book 60 days ahead 📍 MapDine on fresh-caught Hawaiian fish at Maui's most iconic oceanfront restaurant in Paia
$125 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round; lunch and dinner service daily. 📍 MapWailea / Lahaina / Kihei
Watch sunrise from the 10,023 ft summit of Haleakala, then hike the otherworldly volcanic crater trails.
$30 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round. Sunrise reservations required (3am-7am). Summit temps near freezing — bring layers.
Drive the famous winding coastal road past waterfalls and rainforests
$30 Verified Mar 2026 Best May-Oct 📍 MapWailea / Lahaina / Kihei
Drive the legendary 64-mile coastal highway through rainforests, waterfalls, and black sand beaches.
Year-round but drier months (Apr-Oct) offer better road conditions. Winter rains can cause rockslides and closures.Wailea / Lahaina / Kihei
Snorkel at an island crater teeming with tropical fish and marine life
$150 Verified Mar 2026 Calmest May-Sep 📍 MapSoar over Maui's hidden waterfalls, volcanic craters, and Molokai's towering sea cliffs by helicopter.
$260 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round. Clearest skies in summer. Morning flights generally have less cloud cover at summit level. Book this tour →Wailea / Lahaina / Kihei
Relax at world-class beaches — snorkel Kapalua Bay, bodysurf Big Beach, or sunbathe at Wailea.
Year-round. Summer (Apr-Oct) has calmer waters; winter brings bigger surf and whale sightings from shore.Spend a spa day at Hawaii's largest spa or Four Seasons Wailea with lomilomi massage and hydrotherapy
$180 Open year-round 8am-7pm; book treatments at least 2 weeks ahead in peak winter season 📍 MapWailea / Lahaina / Kihei
Big Island
Big Island
Explore Kilauea's craters, lava tubes, and Chain of Craters Road at this UNESCO World Heritage Site
$30 Verified Mar 2026 Open year-round 24/7. Drier months (Apr-Oct) best for hiking. Evening visits may reveal lava glow at Halema'uma'u. Construction project may affect some summit trails.Kona / Hilo
Explore Kilauea Caldera, lava tubes, and steam vents at this UNESCO volcanic park
$15 Verified Mar 2026 Best Apr-Oct 📍 MapKona / Hilo
Soar over active volcanoes, hidden waterfalls, and sea cliffs on a scenic helicopter flight
$380 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round; morning flights tend to have clearer skies. Volcanic activity varies — active lava makes flights especially dramatic.
Stargaze from the 13,796-foot summit of Mauna Kea with guided telescopes
$260 Verified Mar 2026 Clearest skies Apr-Oct; tours run year-round weather permitting 📍 MapKona / Hilo
See the entire Big Island in one guided day: volcanoes, waterfalls, black sand, and coffee
$239 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round; drier months offer better volcano and waterfall conditions. Book at least a few days ahead. Book this tour →Kona / Hilo
Check out of your hotel, grab a final breakfast, and head to the airport. Safe travels from Big Island!
Where You’ll Stay
Estimated total: $2,928–$4,392
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