Oahu Grand Circle Island Experience from Waikiki
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Enjoy Grand Circle Island experience tour with breathtaking views of Amelia Earhart Lookout on Diamond Head, admire Chinaman’s Hat in front of Kualoa mountains, visit Dole Plantation, see the most beautiful white sand Beach & more. Embrace the beauty of Makapu’u Point for wonderful photo opportunities. Join our tour experts as you witness famous beaches, lush valleys, ancient Hawaiian grounds, and the world-famous Dole Plantation.
Discover a different side of Oahu and explore the ecology and natural landscapes of Hawaii with us. Book your sightseeing experience today!
Tour Highlights:
_ Swim and Snorkel
_ Opportunity to Stand up Paddle Board OR Kayak
- See Turtles at the Beach
- Diamond head
- Halona blowhole
- Sandy beach drive through restroom break
- Makapuu look out
- pali look out
- Macnut farm / Chinamans hat picture taking
- Lunch break 1hr. Shrimp truck or the farm
- Drive through Haleiwa town
- Dole plantation last stop
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Remaining time from the itinerary will be allotted for pick up and travel time in between the attractions
Meals are at your own expense
Bring cash for roadside stands, food trucks, and local shops—many are cash-only
If you enjoy your tour tipping your guide in cash is always appreciated
Bring your own towels
Pick-up and drop-off times between 7:00AM and 8:00AM (*all times approximate)
Pick-up and drop-off times are approximate and are subject to change Please be attentive to your phone for pick-up time updates starting at 48-hours prior to the tour until the morning of your tour
Please be attentive to your phone for pick-up time updates starting at 48-hours prior to the tour until the morning of your tour
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Pick-up and drop-off service in Waikiki Area is included
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Air-conditioned vehicle
Engaging narration from a local guide, sharing stories and insights throughout your tour.
Gratuities
Meals are at your own expense
Towels not included (guests should bring their own)
What To Expect
Diamond Head Crater
Amelia Earhart's Marker - From this parking area you get to view the Diamond Head Light house it is a prominent symbol of Hawaiian history to residents and visitors alike, originally built in 1899 spreads light nearly 18 miles out into the Pacific Ocean. From this parking area there are fine views over Kuilei Cliffs Beach Park and up the coast toward Kahala. On the east side of the parking area , you'll see the Amelia Earhart Marker, which recalls her 1935 solo flight from Hawaii to California. Be advised this tour does not drive into Diamond head crater!
Koko Marina Center
Leonards bakery is a Portuguese Bakery , Hawaii's only Portuguese donuts! Hawaii, known for popularizing the malasada. The fried pastry, slightly crispier and chewier than a doughnut and with no hole, is known as a cuisine of Hawaii. - optional and time permitting
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Oahu Grand Circle Island Experience from Waikiki
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Reviews
1,921 reviews
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Papa P’s Island Tour
John L,
Jul 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Papa P was a great guide and story teller. He made the trip interactive with his local knowledge. His engaging personality provided a unique experience. His concert was a surprise ending to an enjoyable tour.
Nice tour, but the bus😩
GaetanoGenise,
Jul 4, 2025
- Viator
3.00First the bad thing...the bus. Old, small space for the legs, terrible and sweaty plastic covered seats with a worn out stuffing. It has beeb a torture for me and my wife(6'3" & 5'6") throughout the trip, so please change this car or refurbish it somehow!!!2 stars lost for this... Now the nice thinngs If you manage to stay comfortable in such seats, you will enjoy a beautiful tour in the island touching and/or stopping in the best places. And if you are lucky enough to have Summer as your driver, you can have a perfect day out with kindness and all you need to know on the tour! Thanks Summer!!!!
Best trip to do in Hawaii
Nishchaya D,
Jul 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00I would say best trip to know Hawaii however the person who makes the trip a successful one is Summer (Tour Guide) from the Sun Shine Tours, a very informative, knowledgeable, peoples person. I highly recommend this tour while anyone in Hawaii and do request for summer to be your guide
Terrible Coordination and Noisy Ride—Never Again. Unless you like the sound of a baby crying for 7 hours
Francis M,
Jun 29, 2025
- Viator
1.00We were originally scheduled to meet around 7:20 AM. However, the bus didn’t arrive until about 8:00 AM. We recognized the name on the bus and attempted to board, but the driver told us we weren’t on the list and that our bus would arrive later. At around 8:20 AM, I called the company to ask where our bus was. The representative initially seemed confused, and it appeared that our names weren’t on the list. About 15 minutes later, he called back to say, “The driver is on his way back.” It turned out that the driver we had spoken to earlier was our actual bus driver all along! He had called out the wrong names, and even after we spoke to someone at the office, we were given incorrect information again. As a result of this mix-up, my girlfriend and I were unable to sit together for the entire 10-hour ride. On top of that, we lost about 1–2 hours just waiting. Since buses are likely required to return by a certain time, that delay probably cut 1–2 hours off our actual sightseeing time as well. Another issue is the company’s policy of allowing, and seemingly encouraging, very young children on board. Their policy allows children under 2 years old to join the tour, which I find completely unreasonable. There was a 9-month-old baby on board (we overheard the parents mention the age), and the baby cried for about 70% of the trip. The inconsiderate parents sat right in the front, and due to the constant crying, we could barely hear the tour guide. While I understand that babies are allowed on flights and other forms of travel and it is unavoidable, bringing a crying infant on a 10-hour tour bus is inconsiderate, and this couple went to sleep a few times while the baby was crying, (WHY EVEN GO ON THE TOUR TO BEGIN WITH?!). While the main blame falls on the parents, the company should have an age minimum for these types of tours. The crying disrupted the experience for all the other paying customers, we were all talking about it amongst each other during the stops. Additionally, It stated that “snacks are provided,” but only beverages were actually offered. While the tour itself wasn’t worth the money, the bigger issue is the waste of time. We only have so many days to enjoy this beautiful island, and losing an entire day of our vacation is time we will never get back. There are plenty of tour companies to choose from, so it’s easy to go with someone else. If you're considering this tour, I strongly recommend choosing a different company.
Great way to see the islands treasures
Greg B,
Jun 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00We really enjoyed our guide Cousin Guy. Very entertaining tour. We learned a lot about the island, native community and the culture.
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