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Oahu Island Explorer

Welcome to paradise! We're sticking to the South Shore today to keep things low-stress while you settle into the island rhythm.

7days
15stops
DAY01

Daniel K. Inouye Internationa… → Waikiki Beach

Overnight in Waikiki Beach
  1. 14:00
    Daniel K. Inouye International Airport· start
  3. 16:30
    Waikiki Beach· overnight
First Bites
  • Duke's Waikiki · Classic beachfront spot. Grab the Hula Pie—it's legendary.
  • Musubi Cafe Iyasume · Cheap, fast, and the best Spam musubi in town.
Arrival Budget
Uber/Shuttle
$40
DAY02

Diamond Head State Monument → Waikiki

Overnight in Waikiki
  1. 07:00
    Diamond Head State Monument· start
  3. 11:00
    Hanauma Bay
  5. 18:00
    Waikiki· overnight
Local Fuel
  • Leonard's Bakery · Hot malasadas (Portuguese donuts). The 'Original' is a game-changer.
  • Ono Seafood · No-frills spot for the freshest spicy ahi poke on the island.
Activity Fees
Hanauma Entry
$25
DAY03

Pearl Harbor National Memorial → Waikiki

Overnight in Waikiki
  1. 08:00
    Pearl Harbor National Memorial· start
  3. 13:30
    Bishop Museum
  5. 17:00
    Waikiki· overnight
Authentic Eats
  • Helena's Hawaiian Food · James Beard award winner. Get the Pipikaula Short Ribs.
  • Liliha Bakery · Famous for Coco Puffs. A local institution since 1950.
Culture Budget
Museum Entry
$30
DAY04

Laniakea Beach → Waikiki

Overnight in Waikiki
  1. 10:00
    Laniakea Beach· start
  3. 12:30
    Waimea Bay
  5. 15:00
    Banzai Pipeline
  7. 19:30
    Waikiki· overnight
Roadside Grub
  • Giovanni's Shrimp Truck · The OG. The Scampi is messy, garlicky, and incredible.
  • Matsumoto Shave Ice · Get it with condensed milk and azuki beans. Essential.
Road Trip Costs
Gas & Snacks
$50
DAY05

Lanikai Pillbox Hike → Waikiki

Overnight in Waikiki
  1. 08:00
    Lanikai Pillbox Hike· start
  3. 11:00
    Lanikai Beach
  5. 17:00
    Waikiki· overnight
Kailua Eats
  • Over Easy · Best brunch in Kailua. The potato skins are a sleeper hit.
  • Kalapawai Market · Grab a deli sandwich for a beach picnic. Super cute vibe.
Daily Spend
Parking
$20
DAY06

Kualoa Ranch → Waikiki

Overnight in Waikiki
  1. 09:00
    Kualoa Ranch· start
  3. 14:00
    Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden
  5. 18:00
    Waikiki· overnight
Windward Flavors
  • Adela's Country Eatery · Homemade noodles made from local taro and ube. Unreal.
  • Waiahole Poi Factory · Real-deal Hawaiian food. Try the Sweet Lady dessert.
Adventure Budget
Kualoa Tour
$150
DAY07

Ala Moana Center → Daniel K. Inouye Internationa…

  1. 10:00
    Ala Moana Center· start
  3. 13:00
    Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Final Meal
  • Marukame Udon · Fresh noodles and tempura. There's always a line, but it moves fast.
Last Minute
Souvenirs
$100
Heads Up
  • Book all state park entries weeks in advance
  • Rent a car for days 4, 5, and 6
  • Pack reef-safe sunscreen only