Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour w/ Lunch & Waimea Valley
Overview
From jagged green mountains to the sparkling ocean and pristine beaches, there are plenty of stunning sites on this full-day, all-inclusive circle island tour of Oahu. Drive past the South Shore, Diamond Head, Kahala and Halona Blowhole and visit the Nuuanu Pali Lookout, Byodo-In Temple and verdant Waimea Valley. Lunch is packed "to go" to be enjoyed at your leisure. Relax and enjoy a tram ride to the top of Waimea Valley to swim in the waterfall fed pool (weather permitting). Stop at the surfing town, Haleiwa to refresh with a shaved ice and browse the boutiques. Briefly visit Dole Plantation to learn about the history of the pineapple in Hawaii and grab a Dole Whip. Your knowledgeable local guide will share the history of Hawaii and its amazing natural wonders for a memorable experience of beautiful Oahu.
Inclusions
- Tour narration by a professional driver/guide
- Pick-up and drop-off at Waikiki Hotels
- Admission and tram ride at Waimea Valley
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch - "On The Go"
- Entry/Admission - Nu’uanu Pali
- Entry/Admission - Byodo-In Temple
- Entry/Admission - Waimea Valley
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Diamond Head Beach Park, 3300 Diamond Head Rd, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
Drive around the perimeter of Diamond Head a volcanic tuff cone.
Pass By: Kahala, Kahala, Oahu, Hawaii
Luxury beachfront estates known as Hawaii's Beverly Hills.
Pass By: Halona Blowhole, Kalanian'ole Highway, Oahu, HI 96825
The geyser of seawater shoots as high as 30 feet through this lava tube in a scenic cove.
Stop At: Nu’uanu Pali, Oahu, HI
Historical landmark from 1795 featuring panoramic lookout with coastal cliff & mountain peak views.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Byodo-In Temple, 47-200 Kahekili Hwy, Kaneohe, Oahu, HI 96744-4562
A replica of a historic Japanese Buddhist temple featuring manicured grounds & meditation sites.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Mokoli’i Island, Oahu, HI 96744
Mokoliʻi, just offshore from Kualoa Ranch is a basalt islet in Kāneʻohe Bay, Hawaii.
Stop At: Waimea Valley, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, Oahu, HI 96712-8411
Waimea Valley tram ride to the top of the valley and swimming in a natural waterfall fed pool (weather-permitting). Lunch, included in the tour price is in a reserved area in the valley.
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Oahu's North Shore, Oahu's North Shore, Oahu, Hawaii
The North Shore is sublime. With a stunning mixture of power and beauty, action and tranquility, it’s the place to be. In the winter months when the big waves roll in, a wave of sightseers roll in with an almost equal intensity.
Stop At: Haleiwa Town Center, 66-125, 66-145, 66-165, 66-197 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, Oahu, HI 96712-1412
Stroll through the laid-back, surfing town famous for shaved ice treats, art galleries and boutiques.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: 64-1550 Kamehameha Hwy Dole Plantation, Wahiawa, Oahu, HI 96786-2915
Brief stop at the plantation to explore the gift shop and perhaps sample the Dole Whip.
Duration: 20 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Diamond Head Beach Park, 3300 Diamond Head Rd, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
Drive around the perimeter of Diamond Head a volcanic tuff cone.
Pass By: Kahala, Kahala, Oahu, Hawaii
Luxury beachfront estates known as Hawaii's Beverly Hills.
Pass By: Halona Blowhole, Kalanian'ole Highway, Oahu, HI 96825
The geyser of seawater shoots as high as 30 feet through this lava tube in a scenic cove.
Stop At: Nu’uanu Pali, Oahu, HI
Historical landmark from 1795 featuring panoramic lookout with coastal cliff & mountain peak views.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Byodo-In Temple, 47-200 Kahekili Hwy, Kaneohe, Oahu, HI 96744-4562
A replica of a historic Japanese Buddhist temple featuring manicured grounds & meditation sites.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Mokoli’i Island, Oahu, HI 96744
Mokoliʻi, just offshore from Kualoa Ranch is a basalt islet in Kāneʻohe Bay, Hawaii.
Stop At: Waimea Valley, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, Oahu, HI 96712-8411
Waimea Valley tram ride to the top of the valley and swimming in a natural waterfall fed pool (weather-permitting). Lunch, included in the tour price is in a reserved area in the valley.
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Oahu's North Shore, Oahu's North Shore, Oahu, Hawaii
The North Shore is sublime. With a stunning mixture of power and beauty, action and tranquility, it’s the place to be. In the winter months when the big waves roll in, a wave of sightseers roll in with an almost equal intensity.
Stop At: Haleiwa Town Center, 66-125, 66-145, 66-165, 66-197 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, Oahu, HI 96712-1412
Stroll through the laid-back, surfing town famous for shaved ice treats, art galleries and boutiques.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: 64-1550 Kamehameha Hwy Dole Plantation, Wahiawa, Oahu, HI 96786-2915
Brief stop at the plantation to explore the gift shop and perhaps sample the Dole Whip.
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional information
- Please contact the tour provider at minimum of 7 days prior to the tour date for ADA and all special requests.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 88 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Donald_P
May 2022
Your bus driver was very knowledgeable and very interactive with the group. Made for an informative trip and very fun.
Your bus driver was very knowledgeable and very interactive with the group. Made for an informative trip and very fun.Jose R
May 2022
Great experience! Worth the money!👍🏽.Having a great driver, Kapono, made the trip absolutely enjoyable! Great driving skills and commentary, kept everyone entertained. It was a Grand Tour!👍🏽🌴🌺🤙🏽😎
Great experience! Worth the money!👍🏽.Having a great driver, Kapono, made the trip absolutely enjoyable! Great driving skills and commentary, kept everyone entertained. It was a Grand Tour!👍🏽🌴🌺🤙🏽😎Jennifer_C
May 2022
The tour guide was very knowledgeable and informative. Everything was well organized and timely. I would use the company again.
The tour guide was very knowledgeable and informative. Everything was well organized and timely. I would use the company again.Becky_R
April 2022
Our guide, Kimoke’o, was full of information. My favorite part of the tour was the botanical garden and waterfall. Simply breathtaking!
Our guide, Kimoke’o, was full of information. My favorite part of the tour was the botanical garden and waterfall. Simply breathtaking!Fermin_M
April 2022
Our tour guide was excellent ! He was very informative and you could really tell he loved his job. I would recomend this tour.
Our tour guide was excellent ! He was very informative and you could really tell he loved his job. I would recomend this tour.rupesu
April 2022
The bus tour wasn't worth it. I believe it is over priced for the experience given. We didn't get to experience the the first stop which was the Blow Hole. The lunch wasn't the best, it was bland. The waterfall wasn’t worth the wait for the trolley nor the hike.
The bus tour wasn't worth it. I believe it is over priced for the experience given. We didn't get to experience the the first stop which was the Blow Hole. The lunch wasn't the best, it was bland. The waterfall wasn’t worth the wait for the trolley nor the hike.