Itinerary
COMBO OAHU – HAWAII 6D5N
TOUR CODE: HVT-09
Circle Island Tour – Pearl Harbor – Diamond Head
Polynesian Cultural Center – Botanical Garden – City Tour
SCHEDULE
DAY 01: AIRPORT – PEARL HARBOR - DINNER
Morning: Pick up from the airport to the hotel and proceed to visit Pearl Harbor. This place preserves the historical war achievements of the US Armed Force during WW2 including the Visitor Center, USS Arizona Memorial, USS Missouri Battleship Memorial, and the Aviation Museum. 4 hours are given to explore the entire area.
Evening: Dinner at a restaurant in Honolulu.
DAY 02: POLYNESIAN CULTURAL CENTER
Morning: Breakfast in hotel
9:50 am: Ready to head to the Polynesian Cultural Center.
12:00 pm: The tour guide takes you inside the cultural center and instructs you on the entertainment and dining procedures here. PCC’s amazing 6 cultural villages that represent each of the 6 islands can be explored within around 3-4 hours. The cultural center’s Gateway Buffet starts from 4:30 PM -7:00 PM and, accompanying the buffet, HA: Breath of Life – a riveting and touching must-see theatrical show, starts seating right at 7pm.
9:00 pm: Take your group back to your hotel once finished with “HA: Breath of Life”.
DAY 03: FREE TIME
Morning: Breakfast in hotel
During this time, you are free to take a stroll along the beach or go shopping. If you want to participate in other experiential activities, please contact the tour guide in advance to arrange the schedule.
Lunch & Dinner: For lunch and dinner, please contact the driver in advance for pickup.
DAY 04: CIRCLE ISLAND TOUR
Morning: Breakfast in hotel
8:00 am: Our driver and tour guide will pick you up from your hotel and begin the Circle Island Tour of Oahu - Hawaii’s most famous island for visitors!
8:30 am: The first stop is Diamond Head, with its unique shape and prominent location near the eastern edge of Waikiki at the heart of Oahu. Diamond Head Crater was formed millions of years ago, caused by a large volcanic steam explosion from underground magma interacting with groundwater.
9:10 am: Visit and take photos at Halona Blowhole, where the mouths of these ocean caves find the rushing waves to create grand displays of nature, in similar appearance to that of a blowhole.
9:30 am: At the easternmost point of the island of Oahu is Makapuu Point, a beautiful vantage point of the Windward shore accompanied with a bright lighthouse. This is a fantastic scenic stop suited for all of Hawaii’s guests.
9:55 am: Byodo-In Temple, is a place famous for its recreation of a traditional Buddhist temple in Japan. Adorning its lands, beautiful koi ponds, vast and long-established Japanese architecture, with wildlife all around.
11:00 am: Tropical Farms Macadamia Nuts is the premiere macadamia store/farm in Hawaii. They present visitors the opportunity to enjoy a variety of nutritious Macadamia nuts, delicious Kona coffee, and many other Hawaiian specialties.
11:25 am: Chinaman's Hat or Mokolii Island, is an offshore island shaped like a straw hat, resembling the kind worn by early Chinese immigrants. The off-shore island is one of Hawaii’s well-recognized landmarks and also serves as a conservatory spot for our birds.
12:10 pm: On the North Shore, Laie Point is an oceanic rock cliff formation which displays Oahu’s natural beauty being surrounded by the sea, creating a feeling of peace and freshness.
12:25 pm: Have lunch at Kahuku Shrimp. Along the North Shore, it is famous for their wide array of shrimp dishes. This local shrimp shack is a great sight after a half-day’s travels and is the perfect place for rest and relaxation.
1:10 pm: After lunch, we visit Kahuku’s local fruit stand, where you can enjoy fresh tropical fruits grown by Oahu’s local and organic farmers.
1:20 pm: North Shore Sunset Beach, this spot is completely different from the bustling and busy life of Waikiki beach. The North Shore is a stretch of coastline famous for its big waves and professional wave riding at both Waimea Bay and Sunset Beach.
2:00 pm: Try and see if your group gets the chance to watch the “honu” or green sea turtles on our Hawaii green sea turtle spotting. Visitors can visit whenever as long as they comply with Hawaii State Marine Animal Regulations.
3:00 pm: The last stop is Dole Plantation. The plantation comes as a symbol of Hawaii’s history as it was the premiere workplace for Hawaii’s old pineapple industry, but also as a great attraction for its now wide range of all things pineapple. Pineapple merch, pineapple ice cream, pineapple candy, you name it, Dole’s got it!
3:30 pm: Finally, our return trip to your group’s hotel.
Evening: Dinner at a restaurant in Honolulu.
DAY 05: CITY TOUR – HO’OMALUHIA BOTANICAL GARDEN
Morning: Breakfast in hotel
8:00 am: Our driver and tour guide will come collect your group up at your hotel and start exploring the vibrant and bustling Honolulu City Tour: featuring Chinatown, Iolani Palace, King Kamehameha’s Statue and more.
11:00 am: Lunch at a restaurant in Honolulu
12:00 pm: Continue to the Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden, home to diverse plant species and towering trees at the foot of majestic cliffs. This lush and serene garden is a signature destination for visitors to Oahu Island.
3:00 pm: Return to the hotel to rest, or guests can contact the driver to arrange additional sightseeing activities.
Evening: Dinner at a restaurant in Honolulu.
DAY 06: AIRPORT
Morning: Breakfast in hotel
Check out with the hotel and our driver will drop you off at the airport – Our tour will end here and we hope you had a great and friendly stay with us at Hawaii Viet Tours & Transportation!
INCLUSIONS
- Shuttle service
- 3.5 stars standard hotel
- Meals based on the program: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Tickets for Circle Island Tour, Pearl Harbor, City Tour, and PCC
- Drinks and snacks
EXCLUSIONS
- Personal expenses, self-ordered beverages, souvenirs
- TIPS for driver
- GE Tax: 4.712%
- Expenses not listed under the "Inclusions"
