10 Days in Paradise: Honolulu Adventure

Dana “DanaSz” Szcz

23 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through the tropical paradise of Honolulu, HI. Discover hidden gems, soak up the sun on pristine beaches, and immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of this enchanting city.

Trip to Honolulu

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Coffee, Beaches, and Adventure

$16

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

10 - 15 min

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Tall palms dot this sandy beach with calm water for swimming, a relaxed atmosphere & sunset views.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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This 100-acre park with a man-made beach offers usually calm surf, plus tennis courts & a pavilion.

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 2Palaces, Churches, and Bakeries

$100

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

4 - 5 min

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Opulent 19th-century home of Hawaii’s last monarchs operating as a museum with tours & exhibits.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$70

6 - 9 min

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Built in 1842, this coral-brick church is hung with royal portraits & open for tours & worship.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Markets, Monuments, and Beach Bliss

$39

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

20 - 29 min

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A trail leads visitors to the summit of this volcanic tuff cone & former fort with panoramic views.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

13 - 16 min

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Family-friendly Waikiki beach park with shallow, lagoon-like water & statues honoring local legends.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Cafes, Aquariums, and Hula Shows

$60

$ 12

Casual cafe on the beach in Waikiki serving breakfast, lunch & dinner daily featuring steak, seafood, burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, salads and daily specials. To inquire about a private party or special event, please contact: Info@BarefootBeachCafe.com

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

4 - 5 min

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Small aquarium featuring 3,000+ Hawaiian & tropical Pacific marine animals, plus multiple exhibits.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$35

9 - 11 min

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11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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This sandy, curved beach offers swimming, surfing, paddle-boarding & sunning.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Healthy Eats, Parks, and Historic Sites

$45

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

8 - 12 min

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A public, oceanfront park with volcano views, a beach, volleyball, picnicking & canoeing.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives

Complex with restored homes & workplaces of 19th-century Christian missionaries & a visitor center.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$25

Day 6Malasadas, Bay Snorkeling, and Scenic Lookouts

$49

$ 12

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$22

7 - 9 min

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This popular nature preserve on a bay features a beach, green sea turtles, parrotfish & more.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$19

32 - 39 min

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Historic site marking a 1795 battle, featuring sweeping coastal cliff & mountain peak views.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Day 7Delicious Eats, Art Museums, and Historic Residences

$68

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

3 - 4 min

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An expansive collection of over 50,000 works housed in an impressive building with gift shop & cafe.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$50

12 - 18 min

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Built in 1847, this mansion has been the home of Hawaii's rulers, starting with Queen Lili'uokalani.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 8Coffee Breaks and Naval History

$105

$ 6

Stadium Marketplace

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

9 - 11 min

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Storied battleship, site of the official Japanese surrender in WWII, hosting exhibits, tours & more.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$75

Day 9Coffee Delights, Island Oasis, and Art Exploration

$24

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

13 - 20 min

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Artificial peninsula offering a beach area, grassy spaces, sunset views & a yearly fireworks show.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Historic hotel space with multiple galleries featuring artistic visions of Hawaii by Hawaiians.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 10Aviation Museums and Cultural Treasures

$154

$ 12

Orville And Wilbur Wrights Bros. Café & Grille

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$26

21 - 26 min

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WWII-focused museum presenting historical aircraft, exhibits & even a simulated flight experience.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$63

16 - 20 min

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A planetarium, & a museum showcasing exhibits on Hawaiian & other Pacific Island cultures.

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$65

Budget breakdown: $718 In total

Activities & Food:$658

Transport:$60