Oahu Grand Circle Island Day Trip from Honolulu: Discover the Heart & Soul of Hawaii with Diamond Head and North Shore
by Roberts Hawaii
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This nine-hour tour departs from Honolulu with hotel pickup by air-conditioned coach or minivan. The route forms a grand circle around Oahu, highlighting the island’s heart and soul through its key natural and cultural sites. The first stop is Diamond Head State Monument, a volcanic crater about 200,000 years old and a recognized symbol of Hawaii. The tour then follows the southern coast to Kahala Beach, an area known for its expensive beachfront homes. Next is a 15-minute stop at Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve to view the marine ecosystem from above; this stop is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Afterward, the group visits Halona Blowhole lookout, where ocean water shoots through a volcanic lava tube. A 30-minute break follows at Waimanalo Beach, an area surrounded by agricultural land and plant nurseries. The tour continues with a 30-minute stop at Nu’uanu Pali, a historic lookout site where a significant Hawaiian battle took place. From there, travelers see Mokoli’i Island, a basalt islet shaped like a Chinaman’s Hat with a Hawaiian myth attached to it. The journey proceeds to the Polynesian Cultural Center for a one-hour lunch break at the Hukilau Market Place. Lunch is not included but can be purchased at Pounders Restaurant Monday through Saturday or at Pat’s Café on Sundays. The tour also visits the Laie Hawaii Temple and Visitors' Center, which features tropical gardens and water features. Next is the North Shore, known for its famous surf beaches and as a filming location. The final stop is a 15-minute visit to the Dole Plantation, where guests can see pineapples from around the world and try the Dole Whip ice cream; the maze, train, and garden tours are not included. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for selected hotels. The tour includes local taxes, a driver/guide, and guarantees skipping long lines at stops. Lunch and gratuities are not included. Moderate walking is involved, so comfortable shoes and clothing are recommended. Hanauma Bay is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, the Dole Plantation is closed on Christmas Day, and Pali Lookout is currently not accessible to the public.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Diamond Head State Monument
A volcanic crater formed about 200,000 years ago as part of the Honolulu Volcanic Series. It is a well-known symbol of the Hawaiian Islands.
Kahala Beach
An area with many of Hawaii’s most expensive beachfront homes, popular with celebrities and business leaders for vacation residences.
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
A marine ecosystem inside a volcanic cove offering scenic views. Visitors stop here for 15 minutes. The preserve is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
15 min
Halona Blowhole
A lookout over a volcanic lava tube that forces ocean water upward, resembling a whale’s blowhole. Visitors spend about 20 minutes here.
20 min
Waimanalo Beach
A 30-minute stop in a town known for local flavor and numerous plant nurseries and farms that extend toward the Koolau Mountains.
30 min
Nu’uanu Pali
A scenic lookout and historic site where Kamehameha I defeated his rivals to unite Oahu. Visitors spend 30 minutes at this location.
30 min
Mokoli’i Island
A basalt islet in Kaneohe Bay shaped like a Chinaman’s Hat. According to Hawaiian mythology, it is formed from a chopped dragon’s tail tossed into the ocean.
Polynesian Cultural Center
A one-hour stop at the Hukilau Market Place with lunch options at Pounders Restaurant or Pat’s Café depending on the day. Pounders serves farm-fresh island-style dishes with local ingredients. Lunch is not included in the tour price.
60 min
Laie Hawaii Temple & Visitors' Center
Features lush tropical gardens with Hawaiian plants, flowers, and water features surrounding the Mormon Temple.
North Shore
The world-famous surfing area with large waves attracting surfers and serving as a popular filming location.
Dole Plantation
A 15-minute stop to see pineapples from around the world and try the popular Dole Whip ice cream. The maze, train, and garden tours are not included.
15 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Oahu Grand Circle Island Day Trip from Honolulu: Discover the Heart & Soul of Hawaii with Diamond Head and North Shore
by Roberts Hawaii
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.$278Overview
This nine-hour tour departs from Honolulu with hotel pickup by air-conditioned coach or minivan. The route forms a grand circle around Oahu, highlighting the island’s heart and soul through its key natural and cultural sites. The first stop is Diamond Head State Monument, a volcanic crater about 200,000 years old and a recognized symbol of Hawaii. The tour then follows the southern coast to Kahala Beach, an area known for its expensive beachfront homes. Next is a 15-minute stop at Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve to view the marine ecosystem from above; this stop is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Afterward, the group visits Halona Blowhole lookout, where ocean water shoots through a volcanic lava tube. A 30-minute break follows at Waimanalo Beach, an area surrounded by agricultural land and plant nurseries. The tour continues with a 30-minute stop at Nu’uanu Pali, a historic lookout site where a significant Hawaiian battle took place. From there, travelers see Mokoli’i Island, a basalt islet shaped like a Chinaman’s Hat with a Hawaiian myth attached to it. The journey proceeds to the Polynesian Cultural Center for a one-hour lunch break at the Hukilau Market Place. Lunch is not included but can be purchased at Pounders Restaurant Monday through Saturday or at Pat’s Café on Sundays. The tour also visits the Laie Hawaii Temple and Visitors' Center, which features tropical gardens and water features. Next is the North Shore, known for its famous surf beaches and as a filming location. The final stop is a 15-minute visit to the Dole Plantation, where guests can see pineapples from around the world and try the Dole Whip ice cream; the maze, train, and garden tours are not included. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for selected hotels. The tour includes local taxes, a driver/guide, and guarantees skipping long lines at stops. Lunch and gratuities are not included. Moderate walking is involved, so comfortable shoes and clothing are recommended. Hanauma Bay is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, the Dole Plantation is closed on Christmas Day, and Pali Lookout is currently not accessible to the public.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Diamond Head State Monument
A volcanic crater formed about 200,000 years ago as part of the Honolulu Volcanic Series. It is a well-known symbol of the Hawaiian Islands.
Kahala Beach
An area with many of Hawaii’s most expensive beachfront homes, popular with celebrities and business leaders for vacation residences.
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
A marine ecosystem inside a volcanic cove offering scenic views. Visitors stop here for 15 minutes. The preserve is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
15 min
Halona Blowhole
A lookout over a volcanic lava tube that forces ocean water upward, resembling a whale’s blowhole. Visitors spend about 20 minutes here.
20 min
Waimanalo Beach
A 30-minute stop in a town known for local flavor and numerous plant nurseries and farms that extend toward the Koolau Mountains.
30 min
Nu’uanu Pali
A scenic lookout and historic site where Kamehameha I defeated his rivals to unite Oahu. Visitors spend 30 minutes at this location.
30 min
Mokoli’i Island
A basalt islet in Kaneohe Bay shaped like a Chinaman’s Hat. According to Hawaiian mythology, it is formed from a chopped dragon’s tail tossed into the ocean.
Polynesian Cultural Center
A one-hour stop at the Hukilau Market Place with lunch options at Pounders Restaurant or Pat’s Café depending on the day. Pounders serves farm-fresh island-style dishes with local ingredients. Lunch is not included in the tour price.
60 min
Laie Hawaii Temple & Visitors' Center
Features lush tropical gardens with Hawaiian plants, flowers, and water features surrounding the Mormon Temple.
North Shore
The world-famous surfing area with large waves attracting surfers and serving as a popular filming location.
Dole Plantation
A 15-minute stop to see pineapples from around the world and try the popular Dole Whip ice cream. The maze, train, and garden tours are not included.
15 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.