OAHU
Oahu’s best days out.
The 15 most popular tours on Oahu. A short list of the ones worth building a day around, with prices, run times and where to book.
Oahu Grand Circle and Haleiwa Tour hits Diamond Head, Halona Blowhole, Byodo-in Temple, Hanauma Bay and North Shore surf, plus Dole Whip.
Most Popular“Great experience. Definitely worth the money. Marlon was a great tour guide. He is very knowledgeable and personable.”
Oahu in one day: 16 stops from Diamond Head to North Shore snorkeling, with snacks, hotel pickup, and great local guiding for $109.
“Great tour guide and driver. Very informative and pretty views,”
One day to see Oahu highlights: Nu’uanu Pali, Byodo-In Temple, Waimea Falls, Dole Plantation, plus lunch, pickup, and entrance fees.
“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…”
A full-day Oahu circle tour with sunrise views, North Shore fruit stops, and sea turtle snorkeling, plus Dole time and included snacks.
“Weather was definitely a factor. Couldn’t enjoy many of the stops because of high wind and rain. Never saw any turtles which was the entire reason I booked the tour. Very disappointed! Was not worth the price we paid”
Small-group Oahu circle tour from Waikiki with Diamond Head, North Shore turtle snorkeling, macadamia farm, and a Dole Plantation finish.
“Such a fun way to see Oahu! 🌺 The island circle tour was a great mix of sightseeing, learning, and adventure. The snorkeling was decent, but the real win was spotting a turtle hiding out—always exciting!”
A guided Pearl Harbor and Honolulu downtown day that pairs the USS Arizona Memorial with the USS Missouri surrender deck, plus smart timing.
“Transportation and overall experience was AAA+++. OLI Was both kowledgeable and funny...Would highly recommend this tour!!!”
Coach comfort in Honolulu plus the USS Arizona Memorial, with optional USS Missouri and Hangar 79.
“Our driver/guide was entertaining, informative, and an excellent driver. Pearl Harbor is a sobering reminder of the terrible cost in lives of war. The only short coming of this tour was Viator guaranteed us a “private” tour with just us and our friends. Instead, we were greeted by a bus with 55 other people. When…”
Hop on Honolulu’s trolley from Waikiki to hit Diamond Head, Honolulu Zoo, Waikiki Aquarium, downtown stops, and more on flexible passes.
“Learned and saw lots of interesting history of the city. The tour guide was delightful and quite knowable”
Swim Waikiki’s Turtle Canyons for green sea turtles and fish. Gear, guide, snacks, and refreshments included in a 2-hour tour.
“Fun experience. The staffs took care of us, very professional and knowledgeable. Saw many turtles and fish. Kids loved it. Definitely recommend. Make sure you get your Dramanine before you head out, if you know you have motion sickness.”
Pearl Harbor City Tour from Waikiki: Historic Honolulu drive-by, USS Arizona ferry visit, and WWII exhibits in ~5 hours for $69.
“Oli was a wonderful driver & tour guide! Very moving experience, well organized and will treasure the memories of this tour.”
A full-day Oahu circle loop with Diamond Head, Waimea Waterfall, North Shore stops, tastings, and Waimea Botanical Gardens included.
“We went early February right after the storm and during peak rainy season but thanks to our tour guide (RJ) we still had an incredible experience!”
North Shore and Waimea Valley by mini-bus: Diamond Head views, Halona Blowhole, Kahuku shrimp, Waimea waterfall swim or hike, Waikiki pickup.
“Driver talked about ancient history for 7 hours non stop. Could of told us more about the sights we were passing. When playing music and weird videos, it was extremely loud.”
Oahu Circle Island tour from Waikiki to Byodo-In Temple, Diamond Head, North Shore turtles, and Dole Plantation, with tastings included.
“Kap was our tour host and he was fantastic The temple was amazing along with all the sights we saw..”
One-day Circle Island tour with pickup, lunch, and entry fees. See Diamond Head, blowhole, whales, North Shore, Waimea Falls, and more.
“Long day. Get a good nights sleep and good breakfast so you can absorb all the information and sights.”
Full-day Oahu circle tour from Waikiki with Diamond Head, Pali, blowhole, Waimea Valley, North Shore surf towns, Byodo-In, and Dole Whip.
“Our original company cancelled last minute so this was a quick pick on a wing and a prayer. The bus was super comfortable and our driver, Mo, was absolutely outstanding. She was friendly, polite, funny, and crazy informative. She knew history, geography, legends, any answer to any question...and made us feel like Ohana. It was…”
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