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Oahu: Full or Half Day Grand Circle Island Tour

5.0 ★ · 19616 reviews · from USD100

Oahu: Full or Half Day Grand Circle Island Tour

Choose from two exciting ways to experience Oahu's top attractions, scenic beauty, and local culture. Option 1: Dole Plantation & Haleiwa Town (6.5 Hours) Visit the famous Dole Plantation with time to enjoy the Pineapple Express Train Tour, Plantation Garden, Pineapple Garden Maze, and local treats, including Dole Whip. Then explore the historic North Shore surf town of Haleiwa, where you'll have free time for lunch, shopping, and sightseeing. (Train ride or maze tickets NOT included) Option 2: Grand Circle Island Tour with Haleiwa (9 Hours) Experience Oahu's most iconic sights, including Halona Blowhole, Nuuanu Pali Lookout, Byodo-In Temple, Tropical Farms, the North Shore, Haleiwa Town, and Dole Plantation. Enjoy stunning coastal views, local flavors, and cultural landmarks throughout the day. Both tours include transportation aboard a deluxe motorcoach with onboard restroom, bottled water, snacks, hand towels, island map, and live narration from a knowledgeable driver-guide.

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5.0 ★ · 19616 reviews
  • Driver Lola is named in nearly every review as an outstanding, informative guide, with several guests booking a second tour specifically with her
  • Reviewers highlight morning treats, clean facilities on the bus, and enough time at each stop
  • Guest Camille is also mentioned positively for helpful customer service
  • No negative themes appear among the reviews used for this summary

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor.

✓ All taxes, fees and handling charges

✓ Taste of Hawaii snack with bottled water

✓ Original video, mint & hand towelette

✓ Restroom on board

✓ Exceptional Driver Guide

✓ Unparalleled Comfort aboard our Deluxe Bus Tour

✓ Choose either 6.5 Hour half day Express tour OR 9 Hour Full Day Deluxe Oahu Tour

✕ Lunch

✕ Optional tickets to the train ride or maze at Dole are NOT included

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Window view of Oahu’s world-famous recognizable landmark. Get a birds-eye view of surfing at the Diamond Head Lookout! *Stop Not included in Half Day Tour option

2

Window view of palatial estates of Oahu, nestled along this famous coast. *Stop Not included in Half Day Tour option

3

Formed within a volcanic cone, this beautiful bay is now a pristine marine sanctuary to hundreds of tropical reef fish species. *Stop Not included in Half Day Tour option

4

10 min

This natural wonder was formed thousands of years ago by molten lava running into the sea and is capable of spouting ocean spray 30 feet into the air. *Stop Not included in Half Day Tour option

5

10 min

One of Oahu’s most spectacular scenic views of the Koolau Mountains and the windward coast; also the site of Hawaii’s historic Battle of Nuuanu. *Stop Not included in Half Day Tour option

6

20 min

Nestled in the lush Valley of the Temples Memorial Park, this stunning Japanese temple is surrounded by Koi fish ponds and beautiful tropical landscapes. Ring the bon-sho (sacred bell) for happiness and longevity! *Stop Not included in Half Day Tour option

7

20 min

A farm outlet featuring Hawaii’s popular coffees and macadamia nuts. Sample the flavors of Hawaii. *Stop Not included in Half Day Tour option

8

World famous surfing beaches, window view. *Stop Not included in Half Day Tour option

9

2 hr

For lunch and shopping. (2 Hours with the Half Day Tour)

10

30 min

James Dole’s original plantation dedicated to sharing Hawaii’s fascinating pineapple story. Tour the varieties of pineapples, shop or try the famous DoleWhip. (90 minutes with the Half Day Tour)

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Window view of Oahu’s historic center for government and business. See neighboring Chinatown and the Aloha Tower at Honolulu Harbor. (included with both full and half day tours)