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Home/Destinations/Oahu/Oahu in 3 days
3 days · Oahu itinerary

Oahu in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days on Oahu balances history, island and sea. Here is how to spend three perfect days in Hawaii — with the best-rated tours and experiences to book for each.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Pearl Harbor
  2. 2Day 2: Circle Island
  3. 3Day 3: Snorkel & cruise
  4. 4History, island & sea

Day 1: Pearl Harbor

The memorials and Honolulu, then a luau.

Day 2: Circle Island

North Shore, Dole and the windward coast.

Day 3: snorkel & sail

Turtle snorkelling and a sunset cruise.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Oahu — prices per person.

The Best of Pearl Harbor Full Day Tour
Honolulu
The Best of Pearl Harbor Full Day Tour
5.0(850)·10 hours
from$215/ person
via Viator
First Day Must: Oahu Sunrise & Circle Island Adventure
Oahu
First Day Must: Oahu Sunrise & Circle Island Adventure
5.0(388)·10 hours
from$175/ person
via Viator
Private Road to Hana Tour Black Sand Beach/Waterfalls/Sea Turtles
Maui
Private Road to Hana Tour Black Sand Beach/Waterfalls/Sea Turtles
5.0(234)·8 hours
from$299/ person
via Viator
Toa Luau at Waimea Valley, Oahu
Oahu
Toa Luau at Waimea Valley, Oahu
4.9(3,819)·3 hours
from$145/ person
via Viator
Arizona Memorial Pearl Harbor & Honolulu City Tour from Kauai
Honolulu
Arizona Memorial Pearl Harbor & Honolulu City Tour from Kauai
5.0(85)·5–6 hours
from$400/ person
via Viator
Private Tour: Ultimate Circle Island Tour of Oahu
Oahu
Private Tour: Ultimate Circle Island Tour of Oahu
5.0(211)·8 hours
from$749/ person
via Viator
West Maui Snorkeling Experience by Boat from Ka'anapali
Maui
West Maui Snorkeling Experience by Boat from Ka'anapali
5.0(963)·5 hours
from$193/ person
via Viator
Luau Kaula in Ko Olina, Oahu
Honolulu
Luau Kaula in Ko Olina, Oahu
4.9(252)·3 hours
from$125/ person
via Viator

Oahu in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough for Oahu?
Three days is ideal — Pearl Harbor and a luau on day one, the Circle Island drive on day two, and turtle snorkelling with a sunset cruise on day three, covering Oahu’s history, island and sea.
What is the best experience on Oahu for 3 days?
Pearl Harbor is the most moving, the Circle Island drive the most scenic, and turtle snorkelling the most magical; all are rewarding.
How do I plan a 3-day Oahu itinerary?
Spend day one at Pearl Harbor and a luau, day two on the Circle Island drive, and day three snorkelling and sailing, booking Pearl Harbor and luaus ahead.

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Pearl HarborLuaus & ShowsSnorkeling & TurtlesCircle Island & North Shore