Coastal Oahu: A Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Scenic Wonders
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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 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 vehicle or rental! Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
Departure Point
- Begin from Pearl Harbor National Memorial, 1 Arizona Memorial Pl. After booking the tour, search your emails and texts for "audio tour". Your tour is VALID FOR ONE YEAR so follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.
Duration
2 hours - 4 hours
Languages Available
- Audio guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: USS Arizona Memorial
1 Arizona Memorial Place, Honolulu, HI 96818
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! NOTE: This 90-mile-long tour covers the essentials of Oahu Grand Circle in 3 - 5 hours. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Honolulu
Honolulu, Hawaii
The tour begins in Pearl Harbor, where a surprise attack on December 7th, 1941 changed the course of history.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Bishop Museum
1525 Bernice Street, , Honolulu, Hawaii
As you drive through Honolulu, you'll learn about the city's unexpectedly humble origins, and how it became the hub it is today.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: King Kamehameha Statue
417 S King St, , Honolulu, Hawaii
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!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Ala Moana Beach Park
1201 Ala Moana Blvd, , Honolulu, Hawaii
Get a good look at the Aloha Tower next. This iconic waterside tower once greeted all travelers arriving in Honolulu, because everyone arrived by boat.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: King David Kalakaua Statue
2050 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, Hawaii
Next, you'll pass the impressive Iolani Palace, once home to Hawaiian royalty, as well as a statue of King Kamahamaha, a hero you'll hear plenty about along the way.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Waikiki Beach
Honolulu, Hawaii
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.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Kapiolani Park
3840 Paki Ave, Honolulu, Hawaii
Next, you'll pass a statue of King David Kalakaua, Hawaii's last king.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Diamond Head State Monument
Diamond Head Road - 18th Ave., Honolulu, Hawaii
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.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Diamond Head Beach Park
3300 Diamond Head Rd, Honolulu, Hawaii
Your route takes you next past Kapi'olani Park, another beautiful space which was once little more than a soggy bit of marshland.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: China Walls
Hanapepe Loop, Honolulu, Hawaii
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!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Lanai lookout
8102 Kalaniana'ole Hwy, , Hawaii
You'll also see Diamond Head Beach, which sparkles unlike any other beach around. Back in the 1800s, explorers actually thought the calcite crystals in the sand here were diamonds!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Waimanalo Beach
41-010 Wailea Street, Waimanalo, Hawaii
As you continue, you'll reach the China Walls, an impressive formation of natural walls which some say rival the Great Wall of China!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Kailua
Kailua, Hawaii
Get some unbeatable views up next at Hanauma Bay Lookout, and don't forget to snap a few pictures while you're there!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Kailua Beach Park
526 Kawailoa Road, , Kailua, Hawaii
Lanai Lookout is next, and it's especially good if you're trying to get away from the crowd.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Ulupo Heiau State Historic Site
The next lookout, Halona Blowhole Lookout, offers views of a peculiar rock formation which shoots water into the air when waves crash against it.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Nuʻuanu Pali Lookout
Nuuanu Pali Drive, Kaneohe, HI 96744
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.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Heeia
Heeia, HI 96744
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.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Byodo-in Temple Hawaii
47-200 Kahekili Hwy, , Kaneohe, Hawaii
As you drive, you'll catch sight of Rabbit Island. Once home to a rabbit farm, this island is now mostly untouched by humans.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Kualoa Ranch
49-560 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe, Hawaii
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.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Kahana Bay Beach Park
52-222 Kamehameha Hwy, Hawaii
Up next is the unassuming town of Kailua. Unassuming, that is, except for the fact that former president Barack Obama spent his winters here!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Malaekahana State Recreation Area
56-020 Kamehameha Hwy, , Laie, Hawaii
Your route takes you next to Kailua Beach, a favorite spot among kayakers and swimmers alike.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: James Campbell National Wildlife Refuge
66-590 Kamehameha Hwy, , Haleiwa, Hawaii
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!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Turtle Beach
Kahuku, HI 96731
After that, you'll arrive at Nu'uanu Pali Lookout, a splendid vista which is also right near a trail leading to some sparkling waterfalls.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Sunset Beach Park
Kamehameha Hwy, , Haleiwa, Hawaii
Looking for more waterfalls? You'll find one at the end of a trail up ahead, which leads to the gorgeous, secluded Lulumahu Falls.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Banzai Pipeline
59-355 Ke Nui Road, Pupukea, Hawaii
Up next is the Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden, home to a staggering 400 acres of tropical flora from all over the world. There's even a campground within the garden!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Shark's Cove
Pupukea, Hawaii
Continuing on, you'll reach the town of He'eia and hear the wild legend behind its name.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Dole Plantation
64-1550 Kamehameha Hwy, Dole Plantation, Wahiawa, Hawaii
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!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Pele's Chair
Kalanianaole Highway, , Hawaii
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!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Hukilau Marketplace
55-370 Kamehameha Hwy, Polynesian Cultural Center, Laie, Hawaii
Kualoa Rock Beach, up next, offers some great lounging opportunities, though swimmers will find the rocky shore a bit uncomfortable to wade along.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Ahupua'a O Kahana State Park
55-222 Kamehameha Highway, Kaaawa, Hawaii
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.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Waimea Bay Beach Park
61-31 Kamehameha Highway, Haleiwa, HI 96712
Ahupua'a 'O Kahana State Park is next, offering plenty of lush greenery and stunning hikes for those looking to stretch their legs.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Hanauma Bay Road
Hanauma Bay Road, Honolulu, HI 96825
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.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Haleʻiwa Beach Park
62-449 Kamehameha Highway, Haleiwa, HI 96712
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!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Kualoa Rock Beach
Kamehameha Highway, Kaaawa, HI 96730
After that, you'll pass Gunstock Ranch, where you can take a ride on horseback if you want to change up your travels a bit!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Halona Blowhole Lookout
8483 Hawaii 72, Honolulu, HI 96825
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.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Aloha Tower
155 Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu, HI 96813
After that is Turtle Beach, which is exactly what you'd expect. If you're here at the right time, you're bound to see some sea turtles!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Kawela Bay Beach Park
57 Kamehameha Highway, Kahuku, HI 96731
Continue driving to Kawela Bay Beach, home to some of the calmest waters on the island thanks to an offshore reef.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Gunstock Ranch
56 Kamehameha Highway, Kahuku, HI 96731
If the day is winding down, one of the best spots to be is your next stop: Sunset Beach. This is, hands down, one of the best spots on the island to catch a proper Hawaiian sunset.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Lulumahu Falls
4459 Hawaii 61, Honolulu, HI 96817
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.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Kaiwi State Scenic Shoreline
8751 Kalanianaʻole Highway, Honolulu, HI 96825
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.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden
45680 Luluku Road, Kaneohe, HI 96744
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!
Duration: 5 minutes
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
- How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
- Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
- Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
- Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
- Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
- Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
Exclusions
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Redemption Instructions
1. Find The Setup Instructions NOW:
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2. Download The Tour NOW:
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3. Audio Tour Tips:
This is a self-guided audio tour - no one will meet you at the starting point.
Entrance and attraction tickets are not included. Please book those separately.
Curious how it works? Watch a quick video here: actiontourguide.com/tutorial
For the best audio, connect to the car stereo via Bluetooth, USB, or Aux, or listen from your phone speaker.
CarPlay and Android Auto aren’t supported yet.
Valid for 12 months - listen to your tour on any day without changing your travel date or rebooking!
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Call: 1-315-291-0634
Email: support@actiontourguide.com
Voucher Info
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