Ultimate Oahu Grand Circle Island Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour


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Departs: Hawaii, Hawaii

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

Welcome to the beautiful Hawaiian island of O’ahu! Featuring the vibrant city of Honolulu, lush jungles that have appeared in blockbusters like Jurassic Park, and the most stunning beaches in the world, O’ahu truly has a little bit of everything. Cruise around this tropical paradise, hike its best trails, and learn about its incredible conflict-strewn history… all from the comfort of your own vehicle or rental!

This package also includes a free bonus tour of Oahu!

Within 30 min, we'll send you two things: a unique password and the Action Tour Guide app. Download the App onto your phone and enter the password. Then download the tour inside. When you arrive, go to the Pearl Harbor National Memorial to start the tour. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.

No expiration — The tour comes with lifetime validity!

This isn't an entrance ticket. Check pandemic rules and opening hours before your visit.


What's Included

App on your phone: A link to download the Action Guide app. Password for your tours. Preview at home

Don’t miss a thing: Full itinerary, travel tips, professionally narrated, videos, text, hidden gems.

Easy to use: Stories play automatically by GPS. Hands-free. Get HELP all day: Call, Chat, or Email.

Flexible schedule: Use any day, any time. Travel over multiple days or on next trip. Never expires.

Good value: Buy just one per car. Don’t pay for each person. Save money compared to a bus tour.

Offline use: No cell signal or wifi required. Offline GPS Map & route. Stop-to-stop direction.

Private tour in your/rental car: No group. Take breaks for photos/ snacks/hikes. Go at your own pace

What's Not Included

National Park/attraction Passes, entry tickets, or reservation.

Transportation, parking fee, food/drinks.


Traveler Information

  • TRAVELER: Age: 0 - 120

Additional Info

  • Don't miss a thing: You will get everything with the app - a complete itinerary, travel tips, professionally narrated audio stories, story script, images, videos, deep dives, hidden gems, exciting locations, recommendations for hikes, adventure, activitie
  • Expiration/go again: The tour will last for the rest of your life on your phone. It is available for use on any day of your next trip.
  • Flexible Schedule: Once the app/tour is on your phone, you can use it any day and at any time. You can use it over multiple days. And, also use it on your next trip here. This tour never expires.
  • How it works: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a text/email with instructions. Download the app (while in good wifi/signal) and use your unique password to access your tours. To begin touring, go to the Starting Point and launch the app. The audio starts
  • Preview the tour: You can use it before the trip at home (highly recommended), use it during the trip, and use it after you come back.
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Don't miss a thing: You will get everything with the app - a complete itinerary, travel tips, professionally narrated audio stories, story script, images, videos, deep dives, hidden gems, exciting locations, recommendations for hikes, adventure, activitie
  • Expiration/go again: The tour will last for the rest of your life on your phone. It is available for use on any day of your next trip.
  • Flexible Schedule: Once the app/tour is on your phone, you can use it any day and at any time. You can use it over multiple days. And, also use it on your next trip here. This tour never expires.
  • How it works: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a text/email with instructions. Download the app (while in good wifi/signal) and use your unique password to access your tours. To begin touring, go to the Starting Point and launch the app. The audio starts
  • Preview the tour: You can use it before the trip at home (highly recommended), use it during the trip, and use it after you come back.
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

What To Expect

Pearl Harbor National Memorial
Get ready for a totally comprehensive tour of Hawaii's most populous island: O'ahu. Home to the city of Honolulu, this island is chock full of culture, natural beauty, and fascinating history--all of which you'll experience during your drive!

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

The tour begins in Pearl Harbor, where a surprise attack on December 7th, 1941 changed the course of history.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Honolulu
As you drive through Honolulu, you'll learn about the city's unexpectedly humble origins, and how it became the hub it is today.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bishop Museum
One of the first landmarks you'll pass is the Bishop Museum. This isn't just the largest museum in Hawaii, but also has a surprisingly sweet love story behind it!

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

King Kamehameha Statue
The most recognized Kamehameha statue stands in front of Aliiolani Hale (home to the Hawaii State Supreme Court) across from Iolani Palace and a short walk from historic Kawaiahao Church and the State Capitol. ... The third statue of him is located in Hilo on the island of Hawaii, and the fourth is in Washington D.C.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Ala Moana Beach Park
The first beach you'll see is Ala Moana Beach, a pristine stretch of sand which, believe it or not, used to be a garbage dump! But don't worry, it's perfectly clean now, and great for swimming.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

King David Kalakaua Statue
Next, you'll pass a statue of King David Kalakaua, Hawaii's last king.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Waikiki Beach
The next beach you'll reach is Waikiki Beach, made famous by the legendary surfer Duke Kahanamoku. Duke is responsible for bringing surfing to the world at large and bringing major recognition to this beach.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Kapiolani Park
Your route takes you next past Kapi'olani Park, another beautiful space which was once little more than a soggy bit of marshland.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Diamond Head State Monument
After that, you'll come to Diamond Head State Monument, an immense crater left by a volcanic explosion. It's now become Hawaii's most popular park!

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

China Walls
As you continue, you'll reach the China Walls, an impressive formation of natural walls which some say rival the Great Wall of China!

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
Get some unbeatable views up next at Hanauma Bay Lookout, and don't forget to snap a few pictures while you're there!

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Lanai lookout
Lanai Lookout is next, and it's especially good if you're trying to get away from the crowd.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Halona Blowhole
The next lookout, Halona Blowhole Lookout, offers views of a peculiar rock formation which shoots water into the air when waves crash against it.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Pele's Chair
If you trek along the shore a bit, you'll come to Pele's Chair, a natural formation which some believe to be the chair of Pele, a volcanic goddess.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Kaiwi Shoreline Trail
Up next is Kaiwi State Scenic Shoreline, which is exactly what it sounds like. If you're a fan of ocean views, this makes for a wonderful stroll.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Waimanalo Beach
Travelers seeking a pristine beach that doesn't see the same crowds as others will love Waimanalo Beach, a stretch of white sand sheltered by a wall of ironwood trees.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Kailua Beach Park
Up next is the unassuming town of Kailua. Unassuming, that is, except for the fact that former president Barack Obama spent his winters here!

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Ulupo Heiau State Historic Site
Next, you'll pass the Ulupo Heiau State Historic Site. This increidble archaeological site is home to an ancient Hawaiian temple called a Heiau, which is almost 500 years old!

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Lulumahu Waterfall
Looking for more waterfalls? You'll find one at the end of a trail up ahead, which leads to the gorgeous, secluded Lulumahu Falls.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

He'eia State Park
Continuing on, you'll reach the town of He'eia and hear the wild legend behind its name.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Byodo-In Temple
You won't want to miss the next stop, an elaborate Buddhist temple called the Byodo-In Temple. It was built as an exact to-scale replica of the temples one would find in Japan!

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Kualoa Ranch
As you drive, you'll pass Kualoa Ranch, a sprawling jungle ranch which has been the filming location for countless Hollywood hits, including Jurassic Park, Hawaii Five-O, and Lost!

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Kahana Bay Beach Park
The next beach, Kahana Bay Beach, isn't just a great stretch of sand, but is also packed with history! Archaeologists have found all sorts of pre-contact relics buried in the sand here.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Ahupua'a O Kahana State Park
Ahupua'a 'O Kahana State Park is next, offering plenty of lush greenery and stunning hikes for those looking to stretch their legs.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Hukilau Marketplace
Those looking to stop for a snack or a souvenir will want to stop at the next landmark: Hukilau Marketplace. This iconic market styles itself just like a classic 1950s Hawaiian market would.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Malaekahana State Recreation Area
Beach campers will absolutely want to stop at the next spot, Malaekahana State Recreation Area. This shoreline camping area makes for some seriously memorable mornings!

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

James Campbell National Wildlife Refuge
Next is the James Campbell Wildlife Refuge, where you'll learn the legend of how some of O'ahu's most recognizable birds got their iconic plumage.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Sunset Beach Park
James Campbell National Wildlife Refuge is a National Wildlife Refuge on the island of Oʻahu, Hawaii. It was established in 1976 to permanently protect an ecologically-intact unit and to provide habitat for native and migratory fauna and native flora

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Banzai Pipeline
As you drive, you'll pass the infamous Banzai Pipeline. This death-defying surf break has challenged some of the most famous surfers around for years, and not all of them survive it.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Shark's Cove
After that is Shark's Cove. Don't worry though, it gets its name not because sharks infest the waters, but instead because it looks a little bit like a shark when viewed from above.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Waimea Bay
One of the last beaches on your tour is Waimea Bay. This isn't just any beach, but has been featured in high-octane Hollywood adventures like Point Break!

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Dole Plantation
Your final stop is at the historic Dole Plantation, a window back in time which also features a train ride and the world's largest maze for some fun family activities. The tour concludes here.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included






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