Honolulu Cruise Holidays

A Honolulu cruise shows passengers the busy state capital of Hawaii, and gives an insight into all that the main hub of the islands has to offer. Located on the island of Oahu, the city is one of the most popular destinations in Hawaii, with a cruise to Honolulu offering a great combination of sophisticated city life, excellent shopping, and idyllic tropical beaches.  

With Oahu the most visited island in Hawaii, a Honolulu cruise offers something for everyone. A Honolulu cruise features one of the most legendary beaches in the world - Waikiki Beach, which sees 5 million visitors each year - and a downtown boasting endless shops, a thriving cultural scene and world-class restaurants. Passengers on a Honolulu cruise can head just 4km from the city to reach the famous beach at Waikiki, a fantastic stretch of white sand that edges the brilliant turquoise waters of the Pacific, and is backed by luxury hotels. Water sports to enjoy on a Honolulu cruise include surfing, scuba diving, snorkelling, parasailing, jet skiing and water skiing, with other activities including cycling, horse riding, golf and kayaking. Boat rides around the coast are a popular excursion on a Honolulu cruise, with plenty of companies offering dolphin and whale-watching trips. Day trips on a Honolulu cruise include visits to the Contemporary Museum, memorials at Pearl Harbour, the scenic lookout at Makapuu, the Botanical Gardens, Iolani Palace and the Aquarium. Whilst on a Honolulu cruise, passengers can savour the islands' cuisine in a great choice of restaurants, where the emphasis is on fresh local produce with plenty of fish and tropical fruits. 

 

A Honolulu cruise features on many cruise line itineraries. Often touring around all the Hawaiian Islands, or as part of a South Pacific journey that stop at other destinations such as Bora Bora, Christmas Island and Auckland. Lines offering a Honolulu cruise include Princess Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Carnival Cruises, Celebrity Cruises and Royal Caribbean.