What to do and see in Hawaii, United States: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

Just arrived and don’t know what to see first? Take a relaxing 3-hour ride to Honolulu’s most iconic landmarks followed by jaw-dropping views as the venture continues across Southern O‘ahu’s mountainous highways. Our tours are private and just for your group!

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities

Aloha Kayak Co. exclusive tour permit to launch and land on both sides of the bay has a limit of 12 guests per guided tour. We are permitted for 2 tours daily, one afternoon, and one morning. Once on the water at one of the most pristine kayaking locations in the world, you will visit a protected Marine Life Conservation District (MLCD) while being narrated about the history and culture of the area. Along the way to our destination you will have the opportunity to see clear blue waters, Ancient Hawaiian Temples, Burial Caves, Towering Sea Cliffs and watch the Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins play and rest in their natural habitat. We will spend time exploring the Captain Cook Monument snorkel area, snorkeling one of the most pristine coral shelves in the world, abundant with wildlife and breathtaking underwater landscapes.We will visit the monument and walk trails with historical sites all around us.

Inclusions: Certified lifeguard guide, Sandwich lunch: Ham or Turkey or Veggie, Bottled Drinking water, Kayaking and Snorkeling equipment

Exclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Towels, Shoes, Gratuity

*A cruise ship-friendly activity. Contact Tara Pruett @ HANG OUT WITH A LOCAL with questions, for pickups outside of the range listed herein, for private tours & for last-minute tour requests! See the volcano, walk through a lava tube, visit a waterfall, plus scout for turtles and whales - all in one day - a rare find! We offer a playful, genuinely local experience with a local guide. As you're guided by our light-hearted, and knowledgeable local guide, you'll hear about daily living in Hawai'i and Hawaiian customs. You will be delighted with local snacks during the tour (the snacks are free), and we stop at the best place for lunch where we point out local favorites. Delicious and interesting! Search Tripadvisor for our listing: "Turtles, Whales, Waterfall & Lava Excursion with Epic Lunch & Bakery Stops" to find our glowing 5-star reviews.

Inclusions: Professional local guide, A visit to Kilauea Volcano on the Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, A stop at Kilauea volcano steam vents, A walk through the Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube, A stroll to the Volcanoes National Park sulfur vents, A viewing of a Kilauea volcano eruption when open to the public, A stop at a gorgeous black sand beach for turtle and whale watching (whale season: Nov- early May), A stop at the beautiful Rainbow Falls, A walk back in time in Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau where we will experience the Hawaiʻi of yesterday., A local’s insight - an orientation - into top things to see & places to eat on the island, A free sampling of chocolate-covered macadamia nuts, and other local snacks, Transportation by air-conditioned car, minivan or passenger van, Convenient pickup and drop-offs from Kailua-Kona and Waikoloa hotels, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuity, Lunch, Route may be altered due to weather and when stops are closed to the public, Nature - lava, turtle and whale sightings - can not be guaranteed, Whale watching starts in November and ends in early May, Bakery goods

There are a few options to choose from to explore the Road to Hana so you can experience the rainforest and its waterfalls, streams, fresh water ponds, bamboo forests and lush foliage, but there is only one company where the owners are actually a Native Hawaiian husband and wife team that were born in the Hawaiian islands. There's also only one company that offers service in luxury Cadillac Escalades & Platinum Custom Minibuses. Purposefully named "Hawaiian Style Tours & Transportation" we pride ourselves in sharing our Hawaiian culture, history, and stories about what it's like to live in Hawaii and to live life as Native Hawaiians, while treating you like the VIP that you are! Our family history goes back 150 years and still lives in a little community out on the Road to Hana. While on tour we'll stop by our family's fruit stand that has been operating for 40 years and is the home of "the original banana bread," as well as have a fresh hot lunch at the famous Hana Ranch Restaurant.

Inclusions: Hot fresh lunch at Hana Ranch Restaurant. Choice of various menu items (salads, burgers, fish or chicken sandwiches and plate lunch choices) unlimited sodas, iced tea & coffee., Hawaiian Isle Bottled Water & Aloha Maid Canned Juices, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Towels for swimming in the waterfalls (weather permitting), Certified Local Knowledgeable Guide, Luxury Vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities

Experience O‘ahu, plus explore Haleiwa town all in one day on this 9-hour Grand Circle Island Tour! Visit beautiful scenic spots and hard to get to places in the comfort of a Deluxe Bus. The tour covers all the beautiful scenic spots, including Diamond Head and the Kahala Gold Coast to marine sanctuary Hanauma Bay, natural wonder Halona Blow Hole, lush rainforest Nuuanu Pali, Byodo-In Temple, Tropical Farm, Dole Plantation and world-famous North Shore surfing beaches. Plus, you’ll have enough time (lunch on your own) to explore Haleiwa town (TWO CHOICES: 90 minutes in Haleiwa OR 40 minutes in Haleiwa with Waialua Coffee / Soap Factory). Experience the difference of unparalleled comfort aboard our Deluxe Bus Tour with onboard restroom and original video, mint & hand towelette service, walking map and more. Plus, our exceptional Driver Guide with Aloha makes your tour a memorable experience! Also, enjoy a breakfast of poi malasada from local favorite Kamehameha Bakery.

Inclusions: More Scenic Spots and Drive, Hard-to-Get-to Places, Historical Sites, Tropical Farms, Unparalleled Comfort aboard our Deluxe Bus Tour, Our Exceptional Driver Guide, Taste of Hawaii Poi Malasada with bottled water

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Enjoy the beauty of Oahu's gorgeous North Shore and the other East and South side of this island on this full day tour from Waikiki. Due to Pandemic we cannot take you to Hanauma Bay for snorkeling, but we will visit awesome scenic points. Visit the Banzai Pipeline Beach, Waimea Bay, Historic Haleiwa Town, and Dole Plantation on a comfortable mini-bus or van.  Stop to Paddle Board or Kayak on the beautiful Anahulu River before ending the afternoon scenic sightseeing tour.  Lunch at Haleiwa Historic town and Paddle Boarding or Kayaking are not included and can be purchased at our Haleiwa town stop.

Inclusions: Waikiki Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off, Fully narrated tour of North Shore and island of Oahu

Exclusions: Lunch, Paddle Board or Kayaking activity, Dole Ice Cream, Gratuities / Tips (optional)

Discover the haunted history of Maui with our walking tour around the beautiful city of Lahaina. Discover colorful characters, haunted beaches, fairies, Hawaiian kings, and more! We’ve spent a lot of time researching supernatural and weird stories around Maui so that we have brand new stories and content that we can guarantee you’ve never heard before. This is not a haunted house, so no rent-a-ghouls have been hired to jump out at you.

Inclusions: Tour Guide

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This 11 hour nature tour offers an in-depth look at Hawaii’s youngest and largest island. Explore the diverse landscape and natural wonders, including a visit of the Volcanoes National Park, walk through rainforests to soaring waterfalls and stroll black-sand beaches as you scan the horizon for green sea turtles. This family-friendly tour requires easy walking and introduces people of all ages to the island, and includes lunch, snacks, refreshments, and park entrance fees.

Inclusions: Small Group Tour Lead by a Professional Guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Lunch, Bottled Water, Luxury Mercedes Sprinter Van Transportation, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Gratuities

Are you ready for an epic road trip? The Road to Hana is filled with hidden waterfalls, scenic hikes, and picturesque viewpoints. Shaka Guide's "Loop" Road to Hana Tour is a twist on the "Classic" version. On this tour, we'll guide you around the island taking you to the rarely explored back side of Hana. This audio tour uses GPS to give you turn-by-turn directions to the best spots with stories and music along the way. With Shaka Guide, you have the freedom to explore on your own terms -- visit the places you want and skips the ones you don't. Shaka Guide is the #1-rated app for Maui with over 13K reviews on the App Store and Google Play Store! ✅ Tours never expire. ✅ Tour work offline. No data needed. ✅ Reliable GPS directions. ✅ A guided tour for a fraction of the price. ✅ Save time planning! We’ve done the work for you. ✅ Your vacation, your terms — freedom to stop and go as you please. ✅ The #1-rated travel app for Maui. ✅ Listen to interesting stories and Hawaiian music!

Inclusions: Interesting stories and history and turn-by-turn audio navigation, Freedom to explore at your own pace and your purchase will NEVER expires, Tours work offline, Tour highlights in the app with restaurant and activity recommendations

Exclusions: Parking fees, Attraction entrance fees, Meals, Car rental

Small-group tours only with 12 guests per guide. Prepare to be moved on this somber but inspiring tour of historic Pearl Harbor. This tour, with visits to both the USS Arizona Memorial and the Battleship Missouri, is powerful. As a guest on this tour, you’ll receive transportation from the hotel, admission to the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, and a complimentary viewing of the stirring Pearl Harbor documentary. You’ll also be escorted to the USS Arizona Memorial before a tour of the USS Missouri’s ship decks and interiors. These ships, both majestic and historic, serve as important reminders of one of the country’s darkest days. On the return trip back to Waikiki, we’ll drive by other historic Honolulu sites like Punchbowl Cemetery, known as the Arlington of the Pacific, and the King Kamehameha Statue. Our small groups' sizes (12 or less) and knowledgeable guides ensure you’ll have plenty of time to ask questions and take pictures.

Inclusions: Waikiki Hotel / Accommodation Pickup & Return, Tickets To Arizona Memorial & Missouri Battleship

Exclusions: Lunch