Hawaii is a paradise where you can enjoy recreation and adventure at the same time.
Focusing on Oahu, we have collected only the must-visit places for first-time visitors to Hawaii.
Oahu, Hawaii 5 nights and 6 days: Perfect combination of recreation and activities
Daily Itinerary
Day 1
Adapting to Waikiki Hotel check-in, Waikiki beach, sunset Adapting to jet lag on the first day. Don't overexert yourself and take your time on the beach.
Hotel check-in, Waikiki beach, sunset
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Waikiki BeachOne of the most famous beaches in the world. Swim, surf and sunbathe on the 2km white sand beach. A perfect view with Diamond Head in the background. Sunscreen and drinks are affordable at the ABC store in front of the beach. Sunbed rental available.
15:00 3시간One of the most famous beaches in the world. Swim, surf and sunbathe on the 2km white sand beach. Perfect scenery with Diamond Head in the background.
Get cheap sunscreen and drinks at the ABC store in front of the beach. Sunbed rental available.
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Dukes Waikiki Waikiki Memorial restaurant for legendary surfer Duke Kahanamoku. Outdoor terrace right in front of the sea. Hula Pie and Mahi Mahi are signatures. Hula Pie $18, Mahi Mahi $32. Reservation required for sunset hours.
18:30 hawaiianWaikiki's legendary surfer Duke Kahanamoku Memorial Restaurant. Outdoor terrace right in front of the sea. Hula pie and mahi mahi are the signature dishes.
Today's Key Tips
The first day is about adjusting to jet lag. Don't overexert yourself and take your time on the beach.
Day 2
Reservations are required for Diamond Head & Eastern Sunrise Trekking, Hanauma Bay Snorkeling, and Diamond Head Sunrise. Hanauma Bay is closed on Tuesdays.
Sunrise trekking, Hanauma Bay snorkeling
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Diamond Head Sunrise Trekking Waikiki's iconic crater. 1 hour and 30 minutes round trip to the summit. Easy difficulty level. A 360-degree view of the east coast of Oahu from the summit. The sunrise is fantastic. Admission $5 + parking $10. Advance online reservation required! Water and sneakers required.
06:00 2시간Waikiki's iconic crater. 1 hour and 30 minutes round trip to the summit. Easy difficulty level. A 360-degree view of the east coast of Oahu from the summit. The sunrise is fantastic.
Admission $5 + parking $10. Advance online reservation required! Water and sneakers required.
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Boots & Kimos Hawaiian breakfast restaurant. Macadamia pancakes are legendary. Banana and lots of whipped cream. President Obama's visit. Macadamia pancakes $14. Always on line. Must arrive before opening (7:30).
09:00 brunchHawaiian breakfast restaurant. Macadamia pancakes are legendary. Banana and lots of whipped cream. President Obama's visit.
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Hanauma BayA world-class snorkeling spot. A coral reef and tropical fish paradise. Because it is a nature reserve, you must watch the training video in advance. Online reservation is required! Closed on Tuesdays. Admission $25. Snorkel equipment rental $20.
11:00 4시간A world-class snorkeling spot. A coral reef and tropical fish paradise. Because it is a nature reserve, it is necessary to watch the training video in advance.
Online reservation required! Closed on Tuesdays. Admission $25. Snorkel equipment rental $20.
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Marukame Udon Waikiki udon restaurant. Freshly made Sanuki Udon at an affordable price. The line moves quickly. Udon $5 ~ 30 minute wait during lunch/dinner peaks.
17:00 Japanese foodWaikiki udon restaurant. Freshly made Sanuki Udon at an affordable price. Turns around quickly even when standing in line.
Today's Key Tips
Reservations are required for Diamond Head sunrise. Hanauma Bay is closed on Tuesdays.
Day 3
Pearl Harbor History TourPearl Harbor, Arizona MemorialPearl Harbor in the morning. Leisure in Waikiki in the afternoon.
Pearl Harbor, Arizona Memorial
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Pearl Harbor (Pearl Harbor) Site of Japanese surprise attack in 1941. Beginning of the U.S. Pacific War. Memorial to the sunken battleship at the Arizona Memorial. A site of history.Free tickets to the Arizona Memorial require online advance reservation. No bags allowed ($5 for lockers).
08:00 4시간Site of Japanese surprise attack in 1941. Beginning of the U.S. Pacific War. Memorial to the sunken battleship at the Arizona Memorial. A scene of history.
Free tickets to the Arizona Memorial must be reserved online in advance. No bags allowed ($5 for lockers).
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Rainbow Drive-in Hawaiian Soul Food Loco Moco Original. A combination of rice + hamburger steak + gravy + eggs. Local restaurant. Loco Moco $10 Drive-thru available.
13:00 Loco MocoThe original Hawaiian soul food Loco Moco. A combination of rice + hamburger steak + gravy + eggs. Local restaurant.
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Ala Moana Center Hawaii's largest shopping mall. From luxury goods to local brands. Various food courts. Tax-free benefits. Free shuttle service between Waikiki and Ala Moana is available with a JCB card.
15:00 3시간Hawaii's largest shopping mall. From luxury goods to local brands. Various food courts. Tax exemption benefits.
If you have a JCB card, you can use the free shuttle between Waikiki and Ala Moana.
Today's Key Tips
Pearl Harbor in the morning. Leisure in Waikiki in the afternoon.
Day 4
North Shore Drive Surfing Mecca, Shrimp Truck, and Dole Pineapple Farm Rental car is essential. Depart in the morning and drive for a day.
Surfing Mecca, Shrimp Truck, Dole Pineapple Farm
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Dole Pineapple FarmPineapple maze experience, farm tour, pineapple ice cream. A must-try for families. Be sure to try the pineapple whipping. Various souvenir shops.
09:00 1시간 30분Pineapple maze experience, farm tour, and pineapple ice cream. A must-see for family travelers.
Be sure to try the pineapple whipping. Various souvenir shops.
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Giovanni's Shrimp Truck North Shore's legendary shrimp truck. Garlic shrimp are the signature dish. Garlic-flavored shrimp with rice and salad. Garlic Shrimp Plate $15. Wait 30 minutes for lunch. Your hands will get very dirty, so prepare wet wipes.
11:30 shrimpNorth Shore's legendary shrimp truck. Garlic shrimp are the signature dish. Garlic-flavored shrimp with rice and salad.
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Sunset Beach & Pipeline World Surfing Competition venue. Large waves over 6m in winter (November-February). In summer it is calm so swimming is possible. Mecca for surfers. Do not enter the water in winter. Just watching the waves. Snorkeling is possible in summer.
13:30 1시간 30분Host of the World Surfing Competition. Large waves over 6m in winter (November-February). In summer it is calm so swimming is possible. A sanctuary for surfers.
Do not enter the water in winter. Just watching the waves. Snorkeling is possible in summer.
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Haleiwa Town Surfing Village. Vintage surf shop, cafe, ice cream shop. Matsumoto Shave Ice is famous. Matsumoto Shave Ice is fast even if the line is long. Resort vibes.
15:30 1시간Surfing town. Vintage surf shop, cafe, ice cream shop. Matsumoto Shave Ice is famous.
Matsumoto Shave Ice is fast even though the line is long. Resort vibes.
Today's Key Tips
Rental car required. Depart in the morning and drive for a day.
Day 5
Free time & shopping Free time in Waikiki, before the last day of souvenir shopping, finishing with shopping and massage.
Waikiki free time, souvenir shopping
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Outlets such as Waikele Premium Outlet Coach, Michael Kors, and Nike. 30-70% discount compared to regular price. Shuttle bus service from Waikiki. Round trip shuttle bus costs $20. Receive from Coupon Book Information.
10:00 3시간Outlets such as Coach, Michael Kors, and Nike. 30-70% discount compared to regular price. Shuttle bus service from Waikiki.
Shuttle bus round trip $20. Receive from Coupon Book Information.
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Waikiki Hotel Buffet The last day in Hawaii ended with a hotel buffet. Prime rib, seafood, tropical fruits, etc. Lunch buffet $50~reservation recommended.
14:00 buffetThe last day in Hawaii ended with a hotel buffet. Prime rib, seafood, tropical fruits and more.
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Spa & massage trip to relieve fatigue. Lomi Lomi (traditional Hawaiian massage) recommended. Hotel spa or Waikiki local spa. Lomi Lomi 60 minutes from $100. Advance reservation recommended.
16:00 1시간 30분Relieve travel fatigue. Lomi Lomi (traditional Hawaiian massage) recommended. Hotel spa or Waikiki local spa.
Lomi Lomi 60 minutes $100~. Advance reservation recommended.
Today's Key Tips
Before the last day, we finished with shopping and a massage.
Day 6
Return to Honolulu Airport. 30 minutes to the airport. International flights arrive 3 hours before.
Honolulu Airport Transfer
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Honolulu Airport Transfers 30 minutes by taxi/shuttle from Waikiki to the airport. Last shopping at duty-free shop. Taxi $40~, shuttle $18. Hawaiian Host macadamia chocolate is a popular souvenir.
10:0030 minutes by taxi/shuttle from Waikiki to the airport. Last shopping at duty free shop.
Taxi $40~, shuttle $18. Hawaiian Host macadamia chocolate is a popular souvenir.
Today's Key Tips
30 minutes to the airport. International flights arrive 3 hours before.