Oahu Circle Island Tour with Byodo-In Temple Admission

This comprehensive Oahu Circle Island Tour allows you to experience the island’s most iconic sights in just one day. It is the perfect choice for first-time visitors and travelers with limited time who want to see the very best of Oahu without missing its highlights. With engaging narration from our professional guides, you will visit renowned landmarks such as Diamond Head Lookout, the scenic East Coast, Byodo-In Temple, the North Shore, famous beaches, and Dole Plantation. This single tour combines natural beauty, cultural sites, and coastal scenery, giving you a complete Oahu experience in one day. Round-trip transportation from Waikiki hotels and admission to Byodo-In Temple are included, allowing you to travel comfortably without the hassle of planning logistics. The tour departs from Waikiki and circles the island along the crystal-clear East Coast and North Shore, passing many important historical and cultural points along the way.

1. 1

   Stop 1

   10 min

   (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.

2. 2

   Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve

   Pass by

   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.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   15 min

   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.

4. 4

   Sandy Beach Park

   15 min

   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.

5. 5

   Byodo-in Temple

   25 min

   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.

6. 6

   Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet)

   20 min

   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.

7. 7

   Kualoa Regional Park

   10 min

   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.

8. 8

   Kahuku

   45 min

   (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. Lunch (North Shore): Casual outdoor dining at famous local food trucks (not a sit-down restaurant; at own expense).

9. 9

   Sunset Beach

   Pass by

   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.

10. 10

    Dole Plantation

    30 min

    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!

• 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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.