A GUIDED TOUR OF OAHU’S MOST AMAZING LANDMARKS
Ready to see all of the best that Oahu has to offer in just one day? Our Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour is the perfect way to see everything that this beautiful island has to offer. You'll get a scenic drive along the south shore, views of the Pacific Ocean and Ko'olau Mountain Range, a visit to the North Shore, and more!
You'll finish up with a visit to Haleiwa town and the Dole Plantation - two must-see destinations on Oahu. This tour is one you won't want to miss. Purchase your tickets for the Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour today!
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9-hour
Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour Features
Southern Coast Of Oahu & Blowhole
On the Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour, you will see all of the best that Oahu has to offer in just one day. You’ll drive around the island and see beautiful beaches, mountains, and more. The southern coastal route includes Earnhart lookout, a blowhole, a lighthouse, and miles of incredible cliffs and numerous craters. During the winter months, you may even be able to spot some whales just offshore.
North Shore Beaches & Haleiwa Town
Visit the world-famous Banzai Pipeline, Sunset Beach, and Waimea Bay. We will see all of these as we traverse the North Shore of Oahu. Your guide will have some personal stories from this area so you can really appreciate them. We will drive through historic Haleiwa town on our way to try some pineapple whip at the Dole Plantation.
Dole Plantation & Food Trucks
We will make numerous stops throughout the day for snacks, treats, drinks, and a lunch meal too. Our tour takes us around the island to find the tasty items Oahu is known for. Malasadas, macnuts, coffee, pineapples, and great food trucks are all on the menu. Get out there and try it for yourself.
Nuuaunu Pali & Scenic Overlooks
Oahu has a lot of beauty and it can take your breath away. We make stops during the day to make sure that happens. Nuuanu Pali is one of those, a historic site of a brutal battle that created the first king of Hawaii, Kamehameha The Great.
Byodo-in Temple (or Waimea Canyon)
There is a lot to see our our tour day and our Grand Circle Island Tour is packed full of great stops. Byodo-in Temple is a Japanese recreation of a 600-year-old temple in Japan. This is a beautiful stop and very unique.
Waimea Valley option provides a small waterfall where you can swim with life-vests only. Waimea Valley is a wonderful garden with a demonstration of a traditional Hawaiian village. (Choosing this option includes lunch but some stops are removed due to time constraints.)
Historic Downtown Honolulu
The final stop of the day is in historic downtown Honolulu, site of the only royal palace in the United States. Iolani Palace, the courthouse where Hawaii 5-0 is shot and numerous historic churches are within a few blocks. Your guide will take you on a driving tour of the area and give you time to get some pictures too.
Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour Details
- Tour Highlights
- Tour Description
- Price & Availability
- Departure & Return
- What's Included
- Cancellation Policy
Tour Highlights
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See all of the best that Oahu has to offer in just one day
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Enjoy a scenic drive along the south shore and around Diamond Head
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Watch the Halona Blowhole in action
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Views of the Pacific Ocean and Ko’olau Mountain Range
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Take a break at the Byodo-In Temple.
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Visit the North Shore’s most famous surfing beaches
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Shop in historic Haleiwa town
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Learn about pineapples and try pineapple ice cream at the Dole Plantation
Tour Description
Ready for the ultimate Oahu adventure? The Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour will take you on a guided journey around the island, showing you all of its most amazing landmarks. You'll start off with a scenic drive along the south shore, passing by world-famous beaches and luxury homes. Then you'll head to the North Shore, where you'll see the Byodo-In Temple and enjoy a delicious lunch.
After lunch, you'll have time to explore some of the world-famous surfing beaches before finishing up in historic Haleiwa Town. And if that's not enough, you'll also get to try pineapple ice cream from the Dole Plantation! This is an adventure you won't want to miss!
There are multiple options to choose from if you would like to customize your Grand Circle Island Tour
- 9-Hour Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour From Waikiki Hotels
- Our flagship island tour visits the top sites on the island that we want our guests to see. It takes you on the largest circle we can make.
- 9-Hour Secret Beach Circle Island Tour From Waikiki Hotels
- This tour allows our guests over 2 hours of beach time. The tour does a smaller circle bypassing the Byodo-in temple and the Oahu South Coast.
- 9-Hour Pearl Harbor Circle Island Tour From Waikiki Hotels
- This tour allows our guests over 2 hours at Pearl Harbor visiting the Arizona Memorial. The tour does a smaller circle bypassing the Byodo-in temple and the Oahu South Coast.
- 10-Hour Circle Island & Waimea Valley Tour With Lunch From Waikiki Hotels
- This tour allows our guests over 3 hours at Waimea Valley and includes a bento box lunch. The tour does a smaller circle bypassing the Byodo-in temple and the Oahu South Coast.
Price & Availability
There are multiple options to choose from besides our Grand Circle Island Tour
9-Hour Grand Circle Island Tour From Waikiki Hotels
AdultsAges 12 yrs+ | $159.00 |
ChildrenAges 3-11 yrs | $108.00 |
InfantsAges 0-2 yrs | FREE |
9-Hour Secret Beach Circle Island Tour From Waikiki Hotels
AdultsAges 12 yrs+ | $199.00 |
ChildrenAges 3-11 yrs | $148.00 |
InfantsAges 0-2 yrs | FREE |
9-Hour Pearl Harbor Circle Island Tour From Waikiki
AdultsAges 12 yrs+ | $159.00 |
ChildrenAges 3-11 yrs | $108.00 |
InfantsAges 0-2 yrs | FREE |
11-Hour Waimea Valley Large Group Circle Island Tour With Lunch From Waikiki Hotels
AdultsAges 12 yrs+ | $173.00 |
ChildrenAges 3-11 yrs | $122.00 |
InfantsAges 0-2 yrs | FREE |
- 9-Hour Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour From Waikiki Hotels
- Our flagship island tour visits the top sites on the island that we want our guests to see. It takes you on the largest circle we can make.
- 9-Hour Secret Beach Circle Island Tour From Waikiki Hotels
- This tour allows our guests over 2 hours of beach time. The tour does a smaller circle bypassing the Byodo-in temple and the Oahu South Coast.
- 9-Hour Pearl Harbor Circle Island Tour From Waikiki Hotels
- This tour allows our guests over 2 hours at Pearl Harbor visiting the Arizona Memorial. The tour does a smaller circle bypassing the Byodo-in temple and the Oahu South Coast.
- 10-Hour Circle Island & Waimea Valley Tour With Lunch From Waikiki Hotels
- This large group tour allows our guests over 3 hours at Waimea Valley and includes a bento box lunch.
Departure & Return
Our flagship island tour visits the top sites on the island that we want our guests to see. It takes you on the largest circle we can make.
7:00 AM - Pickup in Waikiki
7:10 AM - Ernhart Lookout Stop
7:40 AM - Stop for Treats
8:10 AM - View Halona Blowhole
8:40 AM - Mokapuu Lookout
9:20 AM - Nuuanu Pali
10:00 AM - Byodo-in Temple
11:10 AM - Tropical Farms
12:30 PM - Kahana Mill
(lunch on your own)
1:20 PM - North Shore Beaches
2:00 PM - Dole Plantation
3:30 PM - Downtown Honolulu
4:00 PM - Return To Waikiki
This tour allows our guests over 2 hours of beach time. The tour does a smaller circle bypassing the Byodo-in temple and the Oahu South Coast.
8:00 AM - Pickup In Waikiki
8:10 AM - Ernhart Lookout Stop
9:20 AM - Dole Plantation
10:50 AM - North Shore Towns
11:30 AM - Stop to Pickup Picnic
(purchased on your own)
12:15 PM - Ride to Secret Island
12:30 PM - Relax At The Beach
2:45 PM - Fish Pond Canoe Tour
3:15 PM - Tropical Farms
3:50 PM - Nuuanu Pali Lookout
4:30 PM - Downtown Honolulu
5:00 PM - Return To Waikiki
This tour allows our guests over 2 hours at Pearl Harbor visiting the Arizona Memorial. The tour does a smaller circle bypassing the Byodo-in temple and the Oahu South Coast.
7:00 AM - Pickup In Waikiki
7:10 AM - Downtown Honolulu
8:00 AM - Arizona Memorial
10:50 AM - Dole Plantation
11:50 AM - North Shore Beaches
12:30 PM - Kahana Sugar Mill
(lunch on your own)
1:30 PM - Ride Windward Coast
1:50 PM - Kualoa Park
2:10 PM - Tropical Farms
3:00 PM - Nuuanu Pali Lookout
4:00 PM - Return To Waikiki
11-Hour Circle Island & Waimea Valley Tour With Lunch From Waikiki Hotels
This large group tour allows our guests over 2 hours at Waimea Valley and includes a bento box lunch.
7:00 AM - Pickup in Waikiki
7:50 AM - View Halona Blowhole
9:20 AM - Nuuanu Pali
10:00 AM - Byodo-in Temple
11:10 AM - Tropical Farms
12:00 PM - Kualoa Park
1:00 PM - Waimea Valley
(bento box lunch included)
3:30 PM - Haleiwa Town
4:20 PM - Dole Plantation
6:00 PM - Return To Waikiki
What's Included
- Pickup & return to Waikiki accommodations
- Seat in a small group tour vehicle
- Admission to Byodo-in Temple or Waimea Valley (lunch included)
- Stop For Meals (on your own)
- Numerous stops throughout the day
- Local expert tour guide and driver
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will be given if the tour is canceled with at least 72-hour notice. A no-show and a group show cancelation within 72 hours of departure will incur the whole cost of the trip. Claims for refunds must be submitted within 30 days.
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