Oahu Majestic Circle Island Tour with Waimea Falls and Byodo Inn
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Honolulu, USA
- 9 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
If you have just one day to explore Oahu, the Circle Island Drive is a must—taking in all the island’s highlights in just one day. This full-day tour from Honolulu visits Nu’uanu Pali, Byodo-In Temple, Tropical Farms Macadamia Nut Farm, the Dole Plantation, and Waimea Valley. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.
- Full-day Circle Island tour of Oahu from Honolulu
- Visit the Dole Plantation and Byodo-In Temple
- Ideal introduction to Oahu for first-time visitors or those short on time
- Great-value tour includes hotel pickup and all entrance fees
What's Included
- Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off from Waikiki (selected hotels)
- LunchSit-down Lunch is Included: Monday - Saturday at Pounders Restaurant located at the Polynesian Cultural Center. Lunch stop on Sundays will be at Tanaka Shrimp
- Admission Fee - Entrance fee to Byodo-In Temple — $10 value
- Admission Fee - Entrance fee to Waimea Valley botanical gardens and waterfall — $26 value
- Gratuities
- SnacksDole Whip or snacks at Dole Plantation (available for purchase)
- Souvenir purchases at stops
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Operating hours.8:00 am
Itinerary
After being picked up from your Waikiki hotel, set off on the Circle Island Drive. Keep your camera to hand as you wind up into the Koʻolau Mountains, stopping to gaze out over the Hawaiian Islands from the Nuʻuanu Pali Lookout and visit Byodo-In Temple.
Continue to the beautiful Waimea Falls, then make a final stop at the Dole Plantation, where you can sample some tasty frozen pineapple DoleWhip® (own expense).
After a full day taking in the island’s highlights, return to Waikiki, where your tour ends with drop-off at your hotel.
Continue to the beautiful Waimea Falls, then make a final stop at the Dole Plantation, where you can sample some tasty frozen pineapple DoleWhip® (own expense).
After a full day taking in the island’s highlights, return to Waikiki, where your tour ends with drop-off at your hotel.
1
Nu’uanu Pali
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Byodo-in Temple
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
3
Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet)
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Pounders Restaurant
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
5
Waimea Valley
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
6
Dole Plantation
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a change of clothes if you are thinking about taking a quick dip at Waimea Falls.
- We intentionally only operate this tour using an air conditioned mini-bus to ensure that group sizes are kept small enough to enjoy each stop with your group and guide.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Operates in all weather conditions.
- Admission to every stop has been taken care of, just bring cash for snacks and souvenirs.
- Infants must sit on laps
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 7,670 reviews
Calvin_B, May 2026
Bring outfit to swim. It is not mandatory to swim, but you will be tempted to do so. I would also wear walking tennis shoes. Your feet will thank you. I hope your driver is Turk. He knew a lot about the history of the tour as well as general knowledge. He kept us in front of all the other tour busses so we did not have to wait in long lines
Belinda_S, May 2026
It was awesome! Keiko was the absolute best. Knowledgable and entertaining. Could not have asked for a better guide. Well put together and efficient. Visited some of the best attractions.
Rory_D, May 2026
Great way to see Oahu. Keoke our guide was entertaining and full of fun stories. He had answers for all the questions.
Evangeline_N, Apr 2026
“Keoki” was our guide and he was so entertaining and coordinated that time really flew by fast! He knows how to give the participants a proper overview of history, important scenery, mixed with a big dose of humor. We were thoroughly enlightened and entertained. I highly recommend this tour under his skillful direction!
Sessie_R, Apr 2026
Keoki was a fantastic tour guide and driver. He was patient with everyone, even when he ended up having to switch busses 2 times during the excursion. The third bus was the winner. He was funny and his commentary very informative. I would recommend for solo travelers, family and couples. It’s a great excursion for everyone. Don’t forget your swimsuit and towel for the waterfall! It’s beautiful and worth the short hike on a paved road through the most beautiful botanical garden.
Kimberley_C, Mar 2026
We had a great driver, Keoko. He made sure everyone had a great time, timely, but lots of fun!
We saw lots, great scenery!
Only problem was a last minute pickup change, after a verification email saying a different pickup location.
Nancy_A, Jan 2026
The Majestic Circle Island Tour was so much fun! Keoki was a fantastic tour guide. He was very informative about all of the sites and talked about the history of each place. Lunch at Pounders was also very good and enjoyable. Keoki made the whole day fun! He gave us enough time at each stop to see what we wanted. Of all the tours we have taken, he was the best guide!
Laura_P, Jan 2026
Keoki was amazing! Totally worth the cost. He was so informative and kept us entertained the entire day
Kathy_h, Dec 2025
We had a fabulous time. Our tour guide Keoki was great, very knowledgeable with great personality. I highly suggest this tour, it was an amazing tour.
William_H, Nov 2025
Keoki was our travel guide on (E Noa Tours). He was happy, pleasant, full of knowledge, music was good and he sings well.
He made us feel welcomed.
It was a pleasure
Deborah_A, Nov 2025
Keoki was so amazing, super friendly and so knowledgeable of the history, he made it feel like it was an hour cause of the comfort of the ride, we loved it!
KALLISA_E, Sep 2025
Great tour. Friendly tour guide. Also knowledgeable on history. Good food for lunch. My only and major complaint is that each destination spot seemed as if we were rushed. Just not enough time to enjoy the sights before it was time to get back on the bus.
Kays_L, Aug 2025
The island tour of Oahu was interesting and gave us a nice overview. However, some of the stops felt too short to truly enjoy the places we visited. Adding just 10–15 minutes at each stop — extending the tour by about an hour or so — would have made the experience much more satisfying without adding much cost or inconvenience.
Andrea_G, Aug 2025
Our driver Keoki was entertaining and knowledgeable about the island and its history saw some must see spots. We did the tour on Sunday so stopped for a shrimp lunch (all included) which had been well organised. Dole plantation was a little disappkinting
Angelica_R, Jul 2025
It is a good tour it covers all the spots and entry fees required. John was funny and made the time fly by.
Susan_H, Jun 2025
Big Jon was a great tour guide and very informative, we had a fabulous time. I would recommend this tour to everyone
Alma_R, Jun 2025
The driver Keoki was very informative, kept us entertained and laughing the whole trip. Dependent on your need for water and snacks in between stops. There are a several stops where you can buy drinks and snacks. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
Lee_R, Jun 2025
The bus ride is a long time, but Keiko keeps you entertained! The stops are fun, the food is…interesting and the natural beauty is amazing!
Kyra_A, Jun 2025
Big Jon was a great guide! He was friendly and personable, knowledgeable and humorous. He managed the group beautifully and kept things running smoothly and on schedule. In addition to seeing all of the beautiful sights on the itinerary, we learned a lot about Hawaiian history, culture, and lifestyle from Jon along the way. The special treat he bought for us at a roadside stand was delicious! In addition to his masterful handling of the whole-group dynamic, Jon made my husband and me feel seen and valued as individuals. When he learned that we were going directly on to a luau after the tour, he dropped us off as close to the luau venue as he could. That was truly above and beyond! I definitely recommend this tour (the waterfall swim in particular was fantastic) and you will be extra lucky if you get Jon as your guide.
Richard_M, Jun 2025
Super tour! We loved our tour guide Keiko! We learned about each location we were going to and overall Hawaiian history. Sites were beautiful, food was delicious, pineapple whip refreshing! Our guide was the funniest had good dad jokes too.
Mandy_M, May 2025
Prince was an excellent tour guide and driver. He was entertaining and did a great job of promoting interaction and connection. The outlook was great for a view, but windy. The temple was beautiful and interesting. He stopped at a great park to view the ocean. Dole and the nut farm are basically shopping stops. Lunch was pretty good and allowed for more shopping. The highlight was the falls. Don’t forget your suit. There are changing rooms at the top so you can decide after you see it. The water was slightly cloudy and super cold but incredible. I would have hated to miss it. Prince gave us lots of ideas for tours later.
MARKANDNANCY_H, Apr 2025
Worth every dime! so much beauty. Very nice to see and enjoy the tours with out all the crowds. Roosters and cats!
Jean_K, Apr 2025
The Pali Lookout was a sight to behold!! So was the temple. We learned a lot! Prince, our guide was indeed a prince with the stories he told.
Karen_B, Apr 2025
An excellent taste of Oahu served up by Chico. Very informative & entertaining. Highly recommend this 10+ hour tour & especially Chico
Hector_J, Apr 2025
Did the Majestic Cirlce tour. Our tour guide Humu was great! He knew his stuff and was very entertaining!
Kathy_B, Mar 2025
Sit back and enjoy! Chuck was a great guide and was helpful and professional. The stops gave the island experience.
Maureen_S, Mar 2025
This is an excellent choice if you want to see the whole island. Our drive and guide, BIG TONY was so excellent! He explained history, food, culture, sites, details - and he kept it up the entire day. I felt we got to see key places of interest on the island.
BIG TONY always told us what to expect, how long we had at each stop, and even details on what to see and where to go. It was a long day, but I enjoyed myself very much.
Dennis_G, Mar 2025
Big Jon was our driver and tour guide. It was a great day of seeing the sights and Jon providing history/back ground. Would recommend to anyone as great way to see the Island.
Sharon_F, Mar 2025
This was a great experience! Our tour guide HUMU was awesome, he was very knowledgable, a great driver around the city, he is so funny and promptly on time. Would highly recommend them if it's your first time to the island!!
Hamza_K, Feb 2025
Toured with Big Jon! He was super funny and informative. Initially had a small crammed bus (due to walker/stroller) and he helped us get an upgraded size one so we could all be comfortable! Thanks Big Jon!
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