Oahu Circle Island Tour with Byodo-In Temple Admission

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7 to 8 hours (Approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Instant Confirmation

Overview

Our comprehensive tour of Oahu Island embodies the Aloha Spirit and allows you to explore the island in an intimate setting in small group. You will get to see major travel attractions and hot places on the island with great narration from our professional tour guides. Some of the most popular landmarks and points include Diamond Head Lookout, East Coast, Byodo-In Temple, North Shore, Haleiwa historic town and Dole Plantation. This tour includes admissions to Byodo-In Temple and roundtrip transportation to/from hotels in Waikiki. The tour begins in Waikiki and makes its way around through the crystal clear East Coast and North Shore. We will also pass by some of the most important and historical points of interest. Location availability subject to change due to local traffic and circumstance.

Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

We pick-up at most hotels in Waikiki between 7:00AM-8:30AM. We do not pick-up from all the hotels and cruise ship port, as the pick-up information may differ from your booking confirmation, we do have designated pick up zones in Waikiki. We will inform you exact pick-up time and location via Viator messenger or text/call 1-2 days before the tour. Please keep in mind, we do require minimum passengers to operate the tour and will confirm 1 day before the tour. If you are staying outside of Waikiki, please assign Ala Moana Hotel as your pick-up and plan to meet us there. Your Pick-up location will be your drop off location. If you have any question, please message us on Viator platform and we will get back to you within 48 hours.

Description

Stop At: Diamond Head, Diamond Head, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA

(Diamond Head Lookout, not crater) Diamond Head is a volcanic crater and was formed more than 300,000 years ago. It is now one of the most popular visitor attractions in Oahu. We will stop at the lookout on Diamond Head Beach Road for you to enjoy the scenery of the beach.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, Honolulu, Hawaii 96825

Pass by - Famous for its beautiful natural landscape, Hanauma Bay Lookout is located on the southeast coast of Oahu Island. It is a cone-shaped volcanic bay, and a marine ecosystem full of coral reefs and fish thrive here.

Stop At: Halona Blow Hole, Halona Blow Hole, Honolulu, HI 96825, USA

Halona Blowhole is a rock formation formed by lava flows that made natural holes in the rocks thousands of years ago. The rock formation shoots up the sea water into the air when the tide is strong and windy. Next to the Blowhole is the Eternity Beach, where From Here to Eternity was filmed.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Sandy Beach Park, 8801 Kalanianaole Hwy, Hawaii 96825

Sandy Beach, also known as Breakneck Beach among locals, is a popular bodysurf spot. Big shorebreaks cause many injuries to inexperienced bodysurfers. This will be the first restroom stop.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Byodo-In Temple, 47-200 Kahekili Hwy, Kaneohe, Hawaii 96744

As one of the hidden gems in Oahu, Byodo-In Temple was completed in 1968 to commemorate 100th anniversary of the first Japanese immigrant to Hawaii. It was built to replicate a Buddhist temple, Byōdō-in, in Japan. The temple is also featured in American drama LOST.

Duration: 25 minutes

Stop At: Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet), 49-227 Kamehameha Hwy Ste A, Kaneohe, Hawaii 96744

Tropical Farm Macadamia Nut is located on the east coast of Oahu and is a great place to shop gifts and snacks. The outlet offers Kona Coffee and Macadamia Nut tasting stations.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Kualoa Regional Park, 49-479 Kamehameha Hwy, Hawaii 96744

Kualoa Regional Park is a famous photo spot with a background of a small island called Mokoli’I. Mokoli’I, also known as Chinaman’s Hat to locals for its unique shape, is a basalt islet. You will have the opportunity to take photos of Koolau Mountain in the background.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Kahuku, Kahuku, Hawaii

(Subject to change depending on traffic and schedule) Hawaii's staple dish, Garlic Shrimp Plate is one of the must-try food items when visiting Hawaii. We will stop at one of the food trucks in Kahuku.

Duration: 45 minutes

Pass By: Sunset Beach, Sunset Beach, Hawaii

Sunset Beach is one of the three hosting beaches for Triple Crown of Surfing, which takes place in December and January of every year. As a famous beach for great surfing location, Sunset Beach boasts big waves.

Stop At: Haleiwa, Haleiwa, Hawaii

Located in North Shore, Haleiwa is a small town full of history, natural scenery and preserved old buildings. Designated as a historic and cultural area, Haleiwa is well-known for its galleries, surf shops and snack bars.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Dole Plantation, 64-1550 Kamehameha Hwy, Dole Plantation, Wahiawa, Hawaii 96786

Dole Plantation is one of Oahu's most popular tourist attractions and welcomes over a million visitors a year. There are many unique souvenir items in the gift shop. You can enjoy a variety of snacks, sweets, and beverages. Don’t forget to try a refreshing Pineapple ice cream!

Duration: 30 minutes

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What To Expect

  • Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
  • Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
  • Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
  • Duration: 7 to 8 hours (Approx.)
  • Departure Time:
    Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
    Oahu Circle Island Tour with Byodo-In Temple Admission
    12/1/2024 - 11/30/2025
    Monday - Sunday :07:00 AM - 04:00 PM

What's Included

  • Pick-up services from Waikiki
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned Vehicle 15 or 25 passenger van/bus
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
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What To Bring

  • Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
  • Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
  • A Smile!

Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • No big luggage, Suit cases allowed on the van

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-123830P15

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