North Shore Circle Island Small Group Tour Oahu
by Daniels Hawaii - Tours & Activities
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The North Shore Circle Island Small Group Tour on Oahu begins with hotel pickup in Waikiki around 9 AM. The tour lasts approximately six to seven hours and is conducted in an air-conditioned van with a professional driver and guide who exits the vehicle at each stop to provide explanations. The route circles the island of Oahu, covering about 30 locations with around 10 designated photo stops. Early stops include Diamond Head Beach Park for whale watching during the season and views of surfers. The tour continues to the Dole Plantation for a 20-minute guided visit about pineapple cultivation, followed by a 30-minute stop at Tropical Farms for free macadamia nut and coffee tastings. Along the North Shore, the van stops at Shark's Cove, Halona Blowhole where water shoots up to 20 feet through a lava tube, and Laniakea Beach, known for frequent turtle sightings when safe to stop. Other North Shore stops include Sunset Beach Park to view large surf waves during the season and Waimea Bay, famous for waves up to 25 feet. The tour also passes through the surf town of Haleiwa, with an optional stop based on traffic conditions, and includes a lunch break at food trucks in Kahuku offering shrimp, Korean BBQ, Mexican, Hawaiian, vegetarian, and vegan options. Additional stops along the circle route include the Waikiki War Memorial Natatorium, Sans Souci Beach Park with its large banyan trees, and Kaimana Beach, a quieter spot in Waikiki. The tour drives through Kahala Beach neighborhood with commentary on local history and passes the busy airport with explanations about its significance. It also covers the military's role in Hawaii at Schofield Barracks and points out film locations from major movies along the way. Optional stops on private tours include the Laie Hawaii Temple, Polynesian Cultural Center, Sandy Beach Park, Makapu‘U Point with views of Rabbit Island, and Hawaii Kai Lookout offering views of Diamond Head, Hawaii Kai, and Koko Head Crater. The tour passes Waimanalo Beach, Eternity Beach used in movies, and downtown Honolulu. The tour ends with a return to the Waikiki hotel between 3 and 4 PM. Included are hotel pickup and drop-off, bottled water, all taxes and fees, macadamia nut and coffee tasting, air conditioning, and a professional guide. Lunch and gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Diamond Head Beach Park
Stop for about 15 minutes to watch whales during season and observe surfers at this lookout.
15 min
Dole Plantation
Spend 20 minutes on a guided visit to learn about pineapple cultivation made famous by Dole.
20 min
Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet)
A 30-minute stop offering free tastings of macadamia nuts and macadamia nut coffee, plus a chance to crack the hardest nut.
30 min
Shark's Cove
A guaranteed stop on private tours upon request; visitors can see why people swim here despite the name.
Halona Blowhole
A 10-minute stop to view water spouting up to 20 feet high through a lava tube.
10 min
Laniakea Beach
About 20 minutes to spot turtles often resting on the shoreline; stops depend on safety and parking availability.
20 min
Sunset Beach Park
A 10-minute visit to see this well-known surf spot with large waves during the season.
10 min
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
A drive-by view of this famous snorkeling location.
Waikiki
Free hotel pickup is offered in this area.
10 min
Waikiki War Memorial Natatorium
Drive past the forgotten WWI Memorial located in Waikiki.
10 min
Kahala Beach
Drive through this high-end neighborhood while learning about local history including Hawaii's mafia connections.
Sans Souci Beach Park
A 20-minute stop offering views of the Waikiki skyline and the chance to swing on large banyan trees.
20 min
Airport Drive-by
Drive past one of the busiest airports with commentary on its features.
Waikiki Beach
Learn about Waikiki and the origin of the sand on its beaches during a quick stop.
Haleiwa
Optional stop depending on traffic; a famous North Shore surf town and guaranteed stop on private tours.
U.S. Army Schofield Barracks
View this military base and learn about the ongoing importance of the military in Hawaii.
Drive-by
Pass by a well-known bakery on the North Shore of Oahu.
Downtown Honolulu
Drive through the financial district where major business occurs; guaranteed stop on private tours.
Kaimana Beach
A 10-minute stop at a quieter beach in Waikiki away from the crowded main beaches.
10 min
Waimea Bay
View one of the world's famous big wave surf spots with waves reaching up to 25 feet.
Drive-by
Pass locations where major movies such as Jurassic Park, Godzilla, and Hawaii Five-0 were filmed; guaranteed stop on private tours.
Mokoli’i Island
Learn why this small island off Oahu is called Chinamans Hat.
Kahuku
A 35-minute lunch break at popular North Shore food trucks offering shrimp, Korean BBQ, Mexican, Hawaiian, vegetarian, and vegan options.
35 min
Laie Hawaii Temple & Visitors' Center
Optional stop to learn about the presence of Mormons in Hawaii; guaranteed stop on private tours.
Polynesian Cultural Center
Optional stop home to the largest Polynesian dance show; guaranteed stop on private tours.
+ 6 more places this tour can include
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
North Shore Circle Island Small Group Tour Oahu
by Daniels Hawaii - Tours & Activities
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$218Overview
The North Shore Circle Island Small Group Tour on Oahu begins with hotel pickup in Waikiki around 9 AM. The tour lasts approximately six to seven hours and is conducted in an air-conditioned van with a professional driver and guide who exits the vehicle at each stop to provide explanations. The route circles the island of Oahu, covering about 30 locations with around 10 designated photo stops. Early stops include Diamond Head Beach Park for whale watching during the season and views of surfers. The tour continues to the Dole Plantation for a 20-minute guided visit about pineapple cultivation, followed by a 30-minute stop at Tropical Farms for free macadamia nut and coffee tastings. Along the North Shore, the van stops at Shark's Cove, Halona Blowhole where water shoots up to 20 feet through a lava tube, and Laniakea Beach, known for frequent turtle sightings when safe to stop. Other North Shore stops include Sunset Beach Park to view large surf waves during the season and Waimea Bay, famous for waves up to 25 feet. The tour also passes through the surf town of Haleiwa, with an optional stop based on traffic conditions, and includes a lunch break at food trucks in Kahuku offering shrimp, Korean BBQ, Mexican, Hawaiian, vegetarian, and vegan options. Additional stops along the circle route include the Waikiki War Memorial Natatorium, Sans Souci Beach Park with its large banyan trees, and Kaimana Beach, a quieter spot in Waikiki. The tour drives through Kahala Beach neighborhood with commentary on local history and passes the busy airport with explanations about its significance. It also covers the military's role in Hawaii at Schofield Barracks and points out film locations from major movies along the way. Optional stops on private tours include the Laie Hawaii Temple, Polynesian Cultural Center, Sandy Beach Park, Makapu‘U Point with views of Rabbit Island, and Hawaii Kai Lookout offering views of Diamond Head, Hawaii Kai, and Koko Head Crater. The tour passes Waimanalo Beach, Eternity Beach used in movies, and downtown Honolulu. The tour ends with a return to the Waikiki hotel between 3 and 4 PM. Included are hotel pickup and drop-off, bottled water, all taxes and fees, macadamia nut and coffee tasting, air conditioning, and a professional guide. Lunch and gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Diamond Head Beach Park
Stop for about 15 minutes to watch whales during season and observe surfers at this lookout.
15 min
Dole Plantation
Spend 20 minutes on a guided visit to learn about pineapple cultivation made famous by Dole.
20 min
Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet)
A 30-minute stop offering free tastings of macadamia nuts and macadamia nut coffee, plus a chance to crack the hardest nut.
30 min
Shark's Cove
A guaranteed stop on private tours upon request; visitors can see why people swim here despite the name.
Halona Blowhole
A 10-minute stop to view water spouting up to 20 feet high through a lava tube.
10 min
Laniakea Beach
About 20 minutes to spot turtles often resting on the shoreline; stops depend on safety and parking availability.
20 min
Sunset Beach Park
A 10-minute visit to see this well-known surf spot with large waves during the season.
10 min
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
A drive-by view of this famous snorkeling location.
Waikiki
Free hotel pickup is offered in this area.
10 min
Waikiki War Memorial Natatorium
Drive past the forgotten WWI Memorial located in Waikiki.
10 min
Kahala Beach
Drive through this high-end neighborhood while learning about local history including Hawaii's mafia connections.
Sans Souci Beach Park
A 20-minute stop offering views of the Waikiki skyline and the chance to swing on large banyan trees.
20 min
Airport Drive-by
Drive past one of the busiest airports with commentary on its features.
Waikiki Beach
Learn about Waikiki and the origin of the sand on its beaches during a quick stop.
Haleiwa
Optional stop depending on traffic; a famous North Shore surf town and guaranteed stop on private tours.
U.S. Army Schofield Barracks
View this military base and learn about the ongoing importance of the military in Hawaii.
Drive-by
Pass by a well-known bakery on the North Shore of Oahu.
Downtown Honolulu
Drive through the financial district where major business occurs; guaranteed stop on private tours.
Kaimana Beach
A 10-minute stop at a quieter beach in Waikiki away from the crowded main beaches.
10 min
Waimea Bay
View one of the world's famous big wave surf spots with waves reaching up to 25 feet.
Drive-by
Pass locations where major movies such as Jurassic Park, Godzilla, and Hawaii Five-0 were filmed; guaranteed stop on private tours.
Mokoli’i Island
Learn why this small island off Oahu is called Chinamans Hat.
Kahuku
A 35-minute lunch break at popular North Shore food trucks offering shrimp, Korean BBQ, Mexican, Hawaiian, vegetarian, and vegan options.
35 min
Laie Hawaii Temple & Visitors' Center
Optional stop to learn about the presence of Mormons in Hawaii; guaranteed stop on private tours.
Polynesian Cultural Center
Optional stop home to the largest Polynesian dance show; guaranteed stop on private tours.
+ 6 more places this tour can include
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.