12 days in Oahu Itinerary

In many ways much more Asian than American, Honolulu is Hawaii's largest city and its center of government, transportation, commerce, and tourism.

Step out of the city life by going to Waikiki Beach and Ala Moana Beach Park. Explore hidden gems such as Koko Crater Railway Trail and Manoa Falls. There's still lots to do: explore the different monuments and memorials at USS Arizona Memorial, enjoy the sand and surf at Kaimana Beach, steep yourself in history at Queen Emma Summer Palace, and go for a walk through Diamond Head State Monument.

To see other places to visit, maps, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Honolulu journey planner.

Boston to Honolulu is an approximately 11-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Boston to Honolulu is minus 5 hours. Traveling from Boston in April, expect Honolulu to be warmer, temps between 83°F and 71°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 9th (Fri) to allow time for the car ride to Hauula.

Hauula is a census-designated place and rural community in the Koolauloa District on the island of Oahu, City & County of Honolulu. Start off your visit on the 9th (Fri): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Laie Hawaii Temple. On the 10th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the natural beauty at Senator Fong's Plantation and Gardens, step off the mainland to explore Mokoli’i Island, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Kualoa Regional Park.

To see ratings, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Hauula attractions planner.

You can drive from Honolulu to Hauula in an hour. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Honolulu in April, with highs in Hauula at 78°F and lows at 65°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Haleiwa.

Haleiwa is a North Shore community and census-designated place (CDP) in the Waialua District of the island of Oahu, City and County of Honolulu. Visiting Sunset Beach Park and Ka'ena Point State Park will get you outdoors. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Keawaula (Yokohama Beach) and Aloha General Store. The adventure continues: explore the activities along Waimea Bay, stop by Pakaloha Bikinis - Oahu, enjoy the sand and surf at Mokuleia Beach Park, and stroll around Pupukea Beach Park.

To find other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Haleiwa travel route planner.

Traveling by car from Hauula to Haleiwa takes an hour. In April, daily temperatures in Haleiwa can reach 78°F, while at night they dip to 65°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 14th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Honolulu.

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Wed): take in the dramatic scenery at Manoa Falls.

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You can drive from Haleiwa to Honolulu in an hour. Another option is to take a bus. Traveling from Haleiwa in April, Honolulu is a bit warmer at night with lows of 71°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Thu) to allow time to fly back home.