Oahu: Full or Half Day Grand Circle Island Tour
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Honolulu, USA
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- 6 hours 30 minutes to 9 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Perfect for first-time visitors or those with limited time, this tour takes you all around Oahu, making sure that you don't miss a thing. Choose from two options: a half-day North Shore tour with Dole Plantation and Haleiwa Town, or the full-day Grand Circle Island Tour with Haleiwa. Highlights include Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, Halona Blowhole, and the Byodo-In Temple. Both options offer a comfortable and convenient way to experience Oahu's natural beauty, local culture, and iconic landmarks.
- Comprehensive Oahu tour: Ideal for first-time visitors
- Visit Oahu's most iconic landmarks, from Diamond Head to the North Shore
- Enjoy hassle-free pickup from select Honolulu hotels
- Learn about Hawaiian history and culture from your guide
What's Included
- Choose either 6.5 Hour half day Express tour OR 9 Hour Full Day Deluxe Oahu Tour
- Unparalleled Comfort aboard our Deluxe Bus Tour
- Taste of Hawaii snack with bottled water
- Exceptional Driver Guide
- Restroom on board
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Original video, mint & hand towelette
- Lunch
- Optional tickets to the train ride or maze at Dole are NOT included
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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Pickup details
*IMPORTANT: Please refer to our image gallery for pick-up times and locations for each option. Half Day Tour: Dole & Haleiwa Pick-up Schedule: *7:30 AM Ala Moana Mahukona Street *7:35 AM Prince Waikiki at Main Entrance *7:40 AM Hilton Hawaiian Village Grand Islander Bus Depot *7:45 AM Hale Koa, Kalia Road Trolley Stop *7:50 AM Ambassador Hotel of Waikiki Namahana Street *7:55 AM Hokulani Waikiki Lewers St. Across PF Chang's *8:00 AM Seaside Avenue front of Ross Dress for Less *8:05 AM Hyatt Regency Back Entrance on Koa Avenue under green awning *8:10 AM Waikiki Beach Marriott Paoakalani Ave. Bus Depot Full Day Tour: Circle Island Pick-up Schedule: *6:30 AM Ala Moana Mahukona Street *6:35 AM Prince Waikiki at Main Entrance *6:40 AM Hilton Hawaiian Village Grand Islander Bus Depot *6:45 AM Hale Koa, Kalia Road Trolley Stop *6:50 AM Ambassador Hotel of Waikiki Namahana Street *6:55 AM Hokulani Waikiki Lewers St. Across PF Chang's *7:00 AM Seaside Avenue front of Ross Dress for Less *7:05 AM Hyatt Regency Back Entrance on Koa Avenue under green awning *7:10 AM Waikiki Beach Marriott Paoakalani Ave. Bus Depot
Itinerary
Your day begins with an early-morning pickup from your Honolulu hotel.
Make your first stop at the Halona Blowhole to watch it spout ocean spray high into the air.
Next, visit Nu'uanu Pali for one of Oahu’s most spectacular views of the Koolau Mountains and the windward coast. Learn about the role this spot played in Hawaiian history.
Byodo-In Temple is your next destination. There’s time to wander around the temple, see the koi fish-filled ponds, and ring the *bon-sho* (sacred bell) for happiness and longevity.
Tropical Farms Macadamia Nut Farm is next. Here you can sample coffee and macadamia nuts before heading to the North Shore.
You have time in the North Shore town of Haleiwa to grab lunch and do some shopping.
Your final stop is the Dole Plantation to tour the varieties of pineapples, shop, and try its famed Dole soft serve.
Your tour ends with a drop-off at your hotel.
Make your first stop at the Halona Blowhole to watch it spout ocean spray high into the air.
Next, visit Nu'uanu Pali for one of Oahu’s most spectacular views of the Koolau Mountains and the windward coast. Learn about the role this spot played in Hawaiian history.
Byodo-In Temple is your next destination. There’s time to wander around the temple, see the koi fish-filled ponds, and ring the *bon-sho* (sacred bell) for happiness and longevity.
Tropical Farms Macadamia Nut Farm is next. Here you can sample coffee and macadamia nuts before heading to the North Shore.
You have time in the North Shore town of Haleiwa to grab lunch and do some shopping.
Your final stop is the Dole Plantation to tour the varieties of pineapples, shop, and try its famed Dole soft serve.
Your tour ends with a drop-off at your hotel.
Diamond Head Beach Park (Pass By)
Kahala (Pass By)
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve (Pass By)
1
Halona Blowhole
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Nu’uanu Pali
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Byodo-in Temple
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet)
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
North Shore (Pass By)
5
Haleiwa
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Dole Plantation
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Downtown Honolulu (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Products may be adjusted due to government COVID-19 guidelines.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 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
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Ruben_C, Sep 2026
Double check your pickup time. Reservation said 630am but pickup wasn't really until 710am. We waited 50 mins to be picked up. Could have used the extra sleep.
Don't bother trying to use their chat for information, they do not respond.
I finally got through by calling and going through a bunch of options just to find out the time it was supposed to really arrive.
Sheryl_M, Sep 2026
This was a great tour for the family. Just enough time at all the stops and Tony shared stories and history throughout the trip. We were so happy he was our guide on this adventure!
Robert_U, Sep 2026
Marlon was an outstanding driver and guide. Highly recommend him if you have a choice. He really enjoys his job.
Richard_A, Sep 2026
Lola our tour guide and driver was awesome! Very energetic, friendly and knowledgeable about history of Hawaii!! Well worth the money and time! I would highly recommend to anyone visiting Oahu
Aaron_S, Sep 2026
Tour Guide driver Lora was outstanding. Made me feel safe and knowledgeable. I will tell all my family, friends and co-workers that if you come to Oahu, absolutely need to make the Circle Tour of the island.
Shealynn_B, Sep 2026
Lola was fantastic! Great tour! Very knowledgeable! Super fun energy! The ocean views were amazing! The dole while was very delicious!
Leslie_M, Aug 2026
It was a fantastic day.
Marlon was a great tour guide. Seven brothers was a great place to eat in Haleiwa.
Andy_W, Aug 2026
I joined an Oahu circle island tour today, and it was an amazing experience! Our driver and guide, Marlon, was warm, attentive, and provided detailed explanations throughout the trip. He was a little talkative at times, but overall, the tour was excellent. I would definitely recommend it!
Veronica_C, Aug 2026
Nice way to see Oahu in a day. Our driver Tony was very knowledgeable and experienced. Bus was comfortable and had a bathroom.
Dritan_H, Aug 2026
A great can’t miss experience on our first day ever on the ilaland. The tour guide, Lola was excellent. She was kind, knowlegeable and gave us information the whole time. She made the 9 hour tour a breeze even for two 9 year olds who surprisingly had fun. It was hard to believe the highest ratings received by tens of thousands of people. Almost a perfect 5. But it’s all legitimate.
Melissa_T, Aug 2026
Great mix of humor, facts, stories and beautiful views on this tour. Would recommend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Steven_C, Aug 2026
I had an amazing experience on this tour and would highly recommend it! Our tour guide, Lola, was fantastic. She was incredibly knowledgeable about Oahu and the different places we visited, but what really made the day special was her personality and energy. She was funny, engaging, super organized, and really made the entire tour fun from beginning to end.
The stops throughout the day were beautiful. We got to see some gorgeous ocean views, visit the Japanese temple, and stop at the Dole Pineapple Farm, which was really cute. It was such a great way to see and experience different parts of Oahu in one day.
I also thought the tour was well worth the cost. Just keep in mind that if you book the full-day tour, it really is a full day, so be prepared to be out for quite a while!
Overall, this was an amazing experience and one of the highlights of my trip to Hawaii. I highly recommend it, and Lola was truly an incredible tour guide!
Elise_N, Aug 2026
Our tour guide was wonderful and knowledgeable. A little confusion at pick up because the app gave 2 different locations and the actual pick up was some place else entirely.
Raymundo_F, Aug 2026
The tour was so much fun and educational. Our guide Marlon was GREAT!! He made the tour fun, engaging and educational.
melinda_n, Aug 2026
Incredibly knowledgeable guide Tony! This was a great way to learn about Oahu and see some great views!
Maurice_Z, Aug 2026
Long day. Easy way to see the island and tour guide told us alot of the island history. Ao
Also this is to so and places to eat.
Courtney_A, Aug 2026
We had the best time with Marlon! He was very informative and made the trip so much more entertaining and enjoyable. Although some sites were closed secondary to recent hurricane, Marlon was determined for us to have the best time and went above and beyond to ensure we got the Oahu experience! Loved having a tour guide who is so dedicated to his culture and upbringing on the island.
Angelo_A, Aug 2026
Everything was great and informative, lots of walking so I highly recommend renting an electric scooter as I have a vertigo problem that keeps me from walking distances. The luau dinner was more like a buffet with a floor show, entertaining but not what I expected. Food was excellent as was the staff throughout the park.
Bryan_K, Aug 2026
Very informative and Jimmy the driver was awesome. Took us out of Waikiki to see real Hawaii and the people
kyley_H, Aug 2026
Great !!!! Never done a bus but if this is the way they work I’m in., views and info were great !!!!
Dana_G, Aug 2026
It was a great all day introduction to Oahu! Our tour guide, Lola was so lovely, funny and knowledgeable. You get to see beautiful and historical sites, taste great food and learn many new things about the island and its warm and welcoming people.
Warren_B, Aug 2026
I have been to Hawaii many times but this is our first tour.
Marlon was terrific. You can tell he was raised in Oahu and really cares about the history.
We decided to switch from half day to full day tour at last min and glad we did
Gemma_S, Aug 2026
Interesting & educational. Beautiful sites. Very knowledgeable driver & tour guide, Tony. I just wish we had more time in Dole plantation.
Theresa_C, Aug 2026
It was very informative and enjoyable tour. Tony did an excellent job! They gave us plenty of time at the stops and explained everything well.
Laura_D, Aug 2026
Tony our tour guide was great! He was very knowledgeable about the island and the sites that we saw! Would definitely recommend!
Thomas_S, Aug 2026
Relaxing and educational trip. Tony was an exceptional host. Bus was comfortable and the stops and we're enjoyable.
Julianne_C, Aug 2026
It is a long day, but well worth it with many stops throughout the day. Our tour guide, Lola, was amazing!
Ken_A, Aug 2026
The halfday tour is a nice way to catch some highlights quickly & still leave time to enjoy your day.
Aireen_M, Aug 2026
Marlone his the best tour guide! He knows what he's doing and he so knowledgeable. He knows the history of Hawaii and we learned about the Hawaiian culture and history.
Stewart_D, Aug 2026
Tony was great and kept us on time. He shared history and stories along the way, explained each stop to us and provided suggestions.
Overall the tour was a great way to see the island in a day.
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