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Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION11 hours - 12 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
START POINT
Hotel pick up from Waikiki
The tour offers hotel pick-ups from hotels across Waikiki that you can choose from when you make your booking.
1
Kahala Coast
Start your tour traveling through Kahala Coast, with your guide providing insights, sharing local legends and stories, and a scenic route to add to the experience.
2
Hanauma Bay
The protected site at Hanauma Bay is filled with abundant marine life, crystal-clear waters, and it's nestled within a volcanic crater.
3
Diamond Head
See the Diamond Head Lookout Point, known for its stunning panoramic views of Waikiki, the coastline, and the Pacific Ocean.
4
Halona Blowhole
The strong ocean breeze pushes the waves into a cave underneath, and a hole-like rock formation acts like a geyser that shoots the seawater spray high up in the air. A mesmerizing natural phenomenon you can witness from a comfortable vantage point.
5
North Shore Beaches
Visit the North Shore Beaches to spend some time relaxing and unwinding while taking in the scenery.
6
Dole Plantation
Tickets included
Learn about how pineapples became such a big part of the island's heritage on your visit to Dole Plantation, enjoy a fruit tasting session, and make sure you try the famous Dole Whip before leaving!
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Hotel pick up from Waikiki
See Oahu’s top cultural, historical, and natural sights on a fully guided island day tour.
Starting point: Pick up from popular hotels around Waikiki.
- Everything you get: Explore Oahu on a full-day narrated coach tour with a local guide. Get entry to multiple cultural & historic landmarks, enjoy hotel transfers, and stops at beach towns and other attractions.
- Sights covered: Diamond Head and Kahala’s Gold Coast, Hanauma Bay, Halona Blowhole, North Shore Beaches, and Dole Plantation.
- Why choose this: Enjoy a seamless, guided road trip around Oahu with hotel transfers, expert narration, and a blend of nature and cultural exploration.
- Upgrades: Upgrade to swim or snorkel on your day tour and get a chance to swim with turtles at Turtle Beach on your visit.
See Oahu’s top cultural, historical, and natural sights on a fully guided island day tour.
Starting point: Pick up from popular hotels around Waikiki.
- Everything you get: Explore Oahu on a full-day narrated coach tour with a local guide. Get entry to multiple cultural & historic landmarks, enjoy hotel transfers, and stops at beach towns and other attractions.
- Sights covered: Diamond Head and Kahala’s Gold Coast, Hanauma Bay, Halona Blowhole, North Shore Beaches, and Dole Plantation.
- Why choose this: Enjoy a seamless, guided road trip around Oahu with hotel transfers, expert narration, and a blend of nature and cultural exploration.
- Upgrades: Upgrade to swim or snorkel on your day tour and get a chance to swim with turtles at Turtle Beach on your visit.
Inclusions
- Full-day guided tour across Oahu island covering 11+ attractions
- Round-trip hotel transfers from Waikiki
- Admission to attractions on the tour
- Dole Plantation tour
- Expert tour guide
- Swimming/snorkeling at Turtle Beach (based on tour option selected)
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- If your hotel is not listed in the round-trip hotel transfers, the bus will provide pick-up and drop-off services at the nearest location.
- Confirm your pick up time and location 24 hours prior to your tour.
- The tour may not make a stop at Halona Blowhole if the location is not accessible at the time.
- Children aged 2 and below can enjoy this experience for free.
- If you choose the Snorkeling Tour upgrade, please note that the Snorkeling gear may be provided as part of the tour, depending on the day’s operator. We recommend bringing your own gear for comfort and convenience, or be prepared to rent/purchase gear on-site if needed.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION6 hours 30 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
Timeline
Map
START POINT
8 starting points available
1
Dole Plantation
90 min
2 activities
Tickets included (based on selection)
Visit one of Oahu’s most famous attractions, known for its lush pineapple fields and tropical gardens. Participate in pineapple cutting and tasting demonstrations, and don’t miss trying the iconic Dole Whip.
Highlights
1. Dole Plantation Maze
Additional cost (on-site)
Traverse the world’s largest pineapple maz that covers over 3 acres of land.
2. Garden Tour
Additional cost (on-site)
Go on a garden tour of the Dole Plantation and get a chance to see native species, different crops like bananas and papayas, and even fragrant lei flowers on your trip.
2
Haleiwa Town
120 min
Explore the charming surfing town of Haleiwa, a hub for local art, food, and culture on Oahu’s North Shore. Wander through boutique shops, dine at local eateries, and discover hidden gems with tips from your guide.
Passes by
Downtown Honolulu
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8 ending points available
1. Ala Moana
2. Hilton Hawaiian Village
3. Hokulani Waikiki
4. Romer Waikiki at The Ambassador
5. Hyatt Regency, Waikiki
6. Prince Waikiki
7. Seaside Avenue
8. Waikiki Beach Marriott
Experience Oahu’s heritage and hidden gems on a guided half-day tour in a deluxe motorcoach.
- Everything you get: Ride in a deluxe motorcoach with panoramic windows, AC, and live narration by your tour guide. Visit historic Haleiwa Town, browse surf shops, taste local treats, explore Dole Plantation’s gardens, enjoy pineapple demos, and savor the famous Dole Whip.
- Why choose this: Explore North Shore’s beauty and culture with expert guides, top comfort, and iconic stops—all in half a day.
Experience Oahu’s heritage and hidden gems on a guided half-day tour in a deluxe motorcoach.
- Everything you get: Ride in a deluxe motorcoach with panoramic windows, AC, and live narration by your tour guide. Visit historic Haleiwa Town, browse surf shops, taste local treats, explore Dole Plantation’s gardens, enjoy pineapple demos, and savor the famous Dole Whip.
- Why choose this: Explore North Shore’s beauty and culture with expert guides, top comfort, and iconic stops—all in half a day.
Inclusions
- Guided half-day tour around Oahu's top attractions
- Round-trip transfers from major hotels in Waikiki
- Access to Dole Plantation
- Free time for self-exploration at Haleiwa Town
- Deluxe motorcoach with onboard restroom
- Onboard original video
- Walking map
- Homemade snack & cold water
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Dole Plantation Maze and Garden Tour tickets
- Any other food & beverages
- The tour is not wheelchair-accessible.
- Carry a valid ID with you for the tour.
- Wear casual, breathable clothing for the experience.
- Carry sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and a camera along for the experience.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION10 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
START POINT
Waikiki
You will be picked-up from the various pre-determined points according to the schedule mentioned below:
- Ala Moana Hotel (Mahukona Street) at 6am
- ABC Store #83 (Ala Moana Blvd next to Grand Waikikian) at 6:05am
- Ka La`i Waikiki Beach – Saratoga St. Curbside fronting main driveway at 6:10am
- Hotel La Croix (Bus Stop on Olohana St) at 6:15am
- Seaside Avenue (In front of Ross Dress for Less) at 6:25am
- Hyatt Regency Waikiki (Koa Avenue entrance, green awning) at 6:30am
- Waikiki Beach Marriott (Paoakalani Avenue tour bus depot) at 6:35am
- The Kahala Hotel & Resort (Front entrance) at 6:45am
* Note: Please arrive at the pick-up point at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled time.
1
Pearl Harbor Visitor Center
Tickets included
At Pearl Harbor, you can explore historic exhibits and learn about the events of World War II through interactive displays and memorials.
2
USS Arizona Memorial
Tickets included
Take a Navy shuttle boat across the harbor to the USS Arizona Memorial, where you can reflect at the site above the sunken battleship and honor those who lost their lives.
3
Green World Coffee
Tickets included
At Green World Coffee Farm, you'll enjoy a quick stop to sample fresh local coffee or grab a tasty breakfast smoothie and pastry before continuing your island adventure.
4
Dole Farm Tour
Tickets included
Explore a working pineapple farm where you’ll visit the packing house to watch how pineapples are sorted and be packed. Here you will learn about the journey from field to shipment. You can even take home a complimentary boxed Dole pineapple as a souvenir!
Passes by
Hale`iwa Town
5
Beach picnic lunch
Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch on the beach catered by the YMCA, with time to spot whales during the season (Dec–Apr) or take a relaxing stroll along miles of pristine white sand. Your packed lunch includes Hoagie deli sandwich, a cookie dessert and a beverage.
Passes by
North Shore surfing beaches
6
Macadamia Nut farm
Tickets included
Stop by a Macadamia Nut farm to sample a variety of delicious products made from locally grown macadamia nuts.
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Nu‘uanu Pali
Tickets included
At the Nu‘uanu Pali Lookout, you'll take in stunning panoramic views of the Windward Coast and the Koʻolau Mountains, while learning about its historical significance as the site of the 1795 Battle of Nuʻuanu, where King Kamehameha I united the Hawaiian Islands.
Passes by
Downtown Honolulu
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Waikiki
This all-inclusive day tour takes you to Pearl Harbor, & Oahu's top sites.
Starting point: Waikiki
- Everything you get: Discover Oahu on a seamless tour featuring Pearl Harbor’s WWII museums, a boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial, and visits to the island’s top attractions. Enjoy round-trip transfers, a beachside picnic lunch, and take home a special souvenir — a boxed Dole pineapple — to complete this unforgettable experience.
- Sights covered: Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, World War II museums, USS Arizona Memorial, Dole Plantation, North Shore beaches, Nu‘uanu Pali Lookout, Haleiwa Town, a macadamia nut farm, Green World Coffee Farm, scenic coastal stops, Downtown Honolulu, & more.
- Why choose this: Make the most of your trip to Oahu and experience the island's top sites in one day including the historic Pearl Harbor, scenic North Shore beaches, lush rainforests, and cultural landmarks.
This all-inclusive day tour takes you to Pearl Harbor, & Oahu's top sites.
Starting point: Waikiki
- Everything you get: Discover Oahu on a seamless tour featuring Pearl Harbor’s WWII museums, a boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial, and visits to the island’s top attractions. Enjoy round-trip transfers, a beachside picnic lunch, and take home a special souvenir — a boxed Dole pineapple — to complete this unforgettable experience.
- Sights covered: Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, World War II museums, USS Arizona Memorial, Dole Plantation, North Shore beaches, Nu‘uanu Pali Lookout, Haleiwa Town, a macadamia nut farm, Green World Coffee Farm, scenic coastal stops, Downtown Honolulu, & more.
- Why choose this: Make the most of your trip to Oahu and experience the island's top sites in one day including the historic Pearl Harbor, scenic North Shore beaches, lush rainforests, and cultural landmarks.
Inclusions
- Admission to Pearl Harbor Visitor Center
- Boat ride to USS Arizona Memorial with entry tickets
- Coffee sampling at Green World Coffee
- Dole farm tour with souvenir boxed Dole pineapple
- Drive through tour of Hale`iwa Town
- Sightseeing of North Shore's surfing beaches
- Visit to a macadamia nut farm
- Stop at Nu‘uanu Pali lookout
- Drive through tour of Downtown Honolulu
- Round-trip transfers from select locations in Waikiki
- Experienced tour driver
- Beach picnic lunch (Hoagie Deli Sandwich / Cookie Dessert / Beverage)
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Bags and purses aren’t allowed at the USS Arizona Memorial due to strict security rules.
- The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible due to uneven ground like dirt, sand, and gravel along the way.
- Strollers can’t go on the shuttle boat or onto the USS Arizona Memorial.
- It’s best not wear any jewelry because it can be a safety concern during parts of the tour.
- Pearl Harbor is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
- Tour routes and schedules may change unexpectedly due to weather or other unforeseen conditions.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
HawaiiGrand Circle Island Tours
Your Oahu Grand Circle Island tour options explained
Full-day tours
Full-day tours offer you an immersive experience around Oahu, circling the island and covering multiple attractions, historic and cultural landmarks, as well as sightseeing spots. You cover more than 10 stops along the way, along with scenic viewpoints, and you get time to explore various regions as well. If you want to get close to the marine life and swim in the ocean, you can upgrade to a snorkeling experience with your day tour.
Guided tour: Yes
Tour duration: 10 hours approximately
Transportation included: Yes
Recommended experience:
Half-day tours
Half-day tours take you to key attractions around Oahu and give you the chance to see the best the island has to offer. If you’re in Hawaii for a short trip and want to make the most of it, this tour would be the best way to experience Oahu’s highlights with a scenic and memorable drive.
Guided tour: Yes
Tour duration: 6 to 7 hours approximately
Transportation included: Yes
Recommended experience:
Combo tours
For those who want the best of both worlds, are enthusiastic about learning about American history, and want to experience the natural beauty of Hawaii, a combo tour would be the perfect choice. Visit Pearl Harbor’s museums, exhibit galleries, and the USS Arizona Memorial and enjoy exploring Oahu’s top sights and attractions such as the Dole Plantation, the North Shore beaches, Downtown Honolulu, and more.
Guided tour: Yes
Tour duration: 9 to 10 hours approximately
Transportation included: Yes
Recommended experience:
Know before you go
Timings
Getting there
Best time to visit
Rules and regulations
Visitor tips
- Full-day tours
Start timings: Between 6am & 8am
Tour ends: Between 4pm and 6pm
Tour duration: 9 to 10 hours
- Half-day tours
Timings: 7:45am to 2:15pm
Tour duration: 6.5 hours
- Combo tours
Timings: 6am to 4pm
Tour duration: 9 hours approximately (not including pick-up & drop-off)
- Oahu Grand Circle Island tours offer round-trip transportation from all major hotels across Waikiki and nearby regions.
- You can select your hotel or the closest pick-up location if your hotel isn’t listed when you book your tour.
- Peak season: June to September are the busiest months, which, during the summer, is when families, honeymooners, and tourists come to Hawaii. Mid-December through mid-January (winter holidays) and March, during spring, also attract a lot of visitors.
- Shoulder season: April and May are relatively quieter months, and the weather is still pleasant without a lot of tourists, making it a good time to visit for a more affordable trip.
- Low season: From mid-September till the first week of December, Hawaii is at its quietest. If you want to plan a longer trip, avoid the tourist rush, and explore Hawaii at your own pace, this is the ideal time to visit.
- Arrive at your pick-up location 15 minutes before your tour’s start time.
- Follow your guide’s instructions and respect the time-limited areas when you are at a stop.
- Do not collect sand, rocks, shells, or plants from beaches or natural sites.
- Do not touch or feed any wildlife that you may or may not encounter on your tour.
- Be mindful of your waste when you are on the tour. Leave no waste behind as you depart from your stop.
- Carry reef-safe sunscreen in case you are snorkeling or swimming in the ocean.
- Wear comfortable and breathable clothing (bonus points if you wear Aloha shirts and sundresses) for the tour.
- Carry a light jacket, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a camera along with you for your tour.
- Do not leave any valuables or important items behind on the tour bus when you exit at a stop.
- Carry some extra cash along to offer to your guide at the end of your tour as gratuities.
- When you visit the Dole Plantation, don’t forget to try out the famous Dole Whip!
Things to do in Oahu
Pearl Harbor
Visit the historic Pearl Harbor and its attractions, such as the World War II museums, exhibit galleries, the USS Arizona Memorial, and more, and learn about the history of the region and the crucial role Pearl Harbor played in the war.
Oahu Luaus
Experience a quintessential Hawaiian celebration in all its festive spirit with a Luau; a traditional Hawaiian feast filled with music, dances, hula performances, and a mesmerizing live show.
Boat tours
Cruise along the Hawaiian coastline on a boat tour and see the beauty of the region from a whole new perspective. From dinner, performances, sunset views, and interactive experiences, the boat tours offer a wide range of activities you can choose from.
Frequently asked questions about Oahu Grand Circle Island tours
What is the cancellation policy for the Oahu Grand Circle Island tour?
Oahu Grand Circle Island tours are cancellable 48 hours before the date of the tour.
What happens to my tour in case of bad weather?
If the weather conditions are moderate, the tour guide might make adjustments to the route and stops of your tour. In case of severe weather conditions, you have the option to either cancel and get a refund on your booking or reschedule for another date. In case of extreme weather, such as a hurricane or tsunami warning, the tour will be canceled altogether. You will be informed of any cancellations or changes in your tour date at least a day prior to your tour.
What is the restroom break policy on the tours?
There are multiple restroom breaks spread throughout the tour’s duration, at various stops on the tour. However, you can always speak to the driver in case of an emergency.
How long in advance should I book my tour tickets?
During peak season (June to early September), the tours fill up quickly, so it’s recommended you book at least 2 weeks in advance to get the date of your choice.
What language is the guided tour provided in?
The tours are in English.
Is my tour guide going to be trained?
Yes, the tour guides are trained in basic first-aid and CPR-certified, and they have a background in Hawaiian history, geography, and culture. They are also informed of the safety guidelines and regulations required at various stops along the way.
Can I book my tour tickets without a pick-up location?
No, you have to select your tour date and pick-up location to complete your booking process.
Are the tours wheelchair-accessible?
No, the tours are not wheelchair-accessible.