Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Oahu (Updated 2026)

Oahu, USA
All Hawaiian Islands Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle

Ready for a trip through paradise? This bundle includes tours of Hawaii’s most beautiful islands: O’ahu, Kauai, and Maui. Experience Honolulu’s rich culture, explore jungles...

15 to 20 hoursFree Cancellation
15 to 20 hoursFree Cancellation
15 to 20 hours • Free Cancellation
3.7 (7)
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$39.99
Lunar Legends Night Stand up Paddle Kayak Water Experience

This serene nighttime adventure provides exclusive access to the villages of the Polynesian Cultural Center after they close to the public and features a controlled...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (141)
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$107
Private Turtle Canyon Snorkel & Cruise Waikiki
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Join us for an unforgettable private snorkel adventure! Escape the other crowded tour boats and enjoy the boat privately to yourselves! The boat will be...

1 hour 40 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 40 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 40 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (24)
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$100
Group Surf Lesson with Videos and Photos

Guaranteed to Catch a Wave Authentic Hawaii Surfing Experience We want you to have the best most memorable Surf Session Ever Safety is our number...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
5.0 (72)
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$130
Best Waikiki Whale Watching in Honolulu: Whales Guaranteed

Guaranteed whale sightings* Spacious and modern Trimaran with unobstructed open air views as well as ample seating and shade on board. Knowledgeable staff with plenty...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.7 (242)
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$79
Pearl Harbor USS Arizona Memorial Tour

On this tour visit the site of the infamous attack on Pearl Harbor. One of our nation's most tragic sites of honor and sacrifice. You...

4 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.5 (311)
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$51.45
Waimea Botanical Garden and Waterfall and Kualoa Ranch
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Received the Honolulu 2025 Best Tour Agency Award. We have received the 2023 & 2024 Cool Hawaii Travelers Choice Award as "Best of The Best"...

8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (44)
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$164
Downtown Honolulu Self Guided Walking Audio Tour

Embark on a self-guided walking tour of Honolulu's rich history. Start at Iolani Palace, delve into royal Hawaiian heritage, then visit the iconic King Kamehameha...

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation
1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation
1 to 2 hours • Free Cancellation
3.4 (7)
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$9.99
Private Pearl Harbor: Arizona Memorial, Missouri Ship & City Tour
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Likely to Sell Out

Step into history with our private Pearl Harbor tour! Explore iconic sites like the Pearl Harbor Museum, USS Arizona Memorial, and the mighty USS Missouri...

5 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (51)
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$805
Departure Transfer: Airport Shuttle Honolulu and Waikiki or Cruise Terminal

This local operator offers great airport shuttle service to Honolulu International Airport, with their professional drivers and new model vehicles. Pre-booked reservations help them ensure...

20 to 40 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
20 to 40 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
20 to 40 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.5 (574)
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$17.50
Private Luxury Escalade Transfer: HNL Airport & Cruise Ports
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Arrive in Hawaii feeling relaxed with a pre-arrange airport transfer waiting. Meet and Greet at Baggage Claim; Avoid navigating public transport or joining the line...

30 to 45 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
30 to 45 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
30 to 45 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (26)
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$160
Koʻolau Distillery Whiskey Tour in Kailua, Hawai'i
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

WE ARE OAHUʻS FIRST AND ONLY WHISKEY DISTILLERY. The tour is an exploration of an artisan craft distillery that utilizes Hawaii’s superior water to produce...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
4.8 (35)
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$25
Surfing Lesson Open Group

Experience the thrill of catching a wave on Oahu’s North Shore, known worldwide as a surfing mecca. Head to Haleiwa and learn the basics from...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (105)
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$199.90
Hanauma Bay Priority Access with Transportation

Hanauma Bay Admission Tickets are Guaranteed with this Tour. Explore the stunning Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, a premier snorkeling destination on O‘ahu. Dive into crystal-clear...

3 to 8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
3 to 8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
3 to 8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.6 (67)
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$75.15
Honolulu's Walking Food Tour
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Enjoy culinary delights while we sample the best of Oahu's south shore lunch options. Join us and explore Diamond Head. Recognized by its iconic silhouette,...

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation
1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation
1 to 2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (29)
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$159
Dolphin Watch Cruise with Waterslide & Snorkeling on Oahu

Our double-decker boat, Poseidon, offers multiple viewing angles for spotting dolphins during your Oahu dolphin watching cruise! Once we reach the snorkeling location, enjoy our...

3 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
3 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
3 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (159)
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$179
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