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Oahu Circle Island Tours: The 15 Best Loops of the Coast

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A loop of the island is a long day in a vehicle, so the details matter: group size, how many stops, whether lunch is included and how long you get in Haleiwa. These 15 are compared on all of it.

Oahu Grand Circle Island and Haleiwa Tour: 9-Hr Deluxe Experience - Halona Blowhole: a quick stop on the shore
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Oahu Grand Circle Island and Haleiwa Tour: 9-Hr Deluxe Experience

1.Oahu Grand Circle Island and Haleiwa Tour: 9-Hr Deluxe Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17,387 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $140Our pick

Take a nine-hour bus tour from Honolulu around Oahu, with stops at Halona Blowhole, Nu’uanu Pali, Byodo-In Temple, a macadamia nut outlet, Haleiwa and Dole Plantation. You’ll also pass Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay and North Shore surf beaches. Guides including Marlon, Lola and Tony are praised for sharing Hawaiian history and local tips.

“Great way to see the rest of the island. Lulu was a very knowledgeable and interesting guide who knew the flora and fauna of the islands.”

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Majestic Circle Island Tour with Lunch - Byodo-In Temple: a quiet pause in the mountains
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Majestic Circle Island Tour with Lunch

2.Majestic Circle Island Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,014 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $181

Spend about nine hours circling Oahu from Waikiki in an air-conditioned minibus capped at 28 people. Stops include Nuʻuanu Pali, Byodo-In Temple, macadamia nuts, lunch, Waimea Falls and Dole Plantation. Expect island history and stories from your guide, plus a chance to swim at the falls. Lunch and listed admission fees are included; DoleWhip is extra.

“Sit back and enjoy! Chuck was a great guide and was helpful and professional. The stops gave the island experience.”

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Oahu Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling— Small-Groups - Makapu’u views and the windward coast
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Oahu Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling— Small-Groups

3.Oahu Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling— Small-Groups

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,214 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $149

Travel around Oahu by air-conditioned minibus with a local guide, stopping at coastal viewpoints, a macadamia farm, a North Shore farm and the Dole Plantation. Snorkel at a beach known for green sea turtles, with gear provided, though sightings are not guaranteed. Pickup from select Waikiki hotels is included. Expect a full day, a group of up to 28, and extra costs for lunch and treats.

“Amazing tour, loved the whole tour. Nevin our tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. Had a lot of fun!”

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Oahu Circle Island Tour with Waimea Waterfall - Pali history and the windward coast
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Oahu Circle Island Tour with Waimea Waterfall

4.Oahu Circle Island Tour with Waimea Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,912 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $154

Spend a full day circling Oahu from Waikiki, stopping at coastal lookouts, Nuʻuanu Pali, a macadamia nut and coffee shop, North Shore beaches, Waimea Valley’s waterfall, and Dole Plantation. Waimea admission is included, but food and the optional tram are extra. Guides such as Ian, Bill, RJ, and Charlie have led trips.

“We had an amazing island tour with Cousin Charlie! He made the entire day unforgettable. The videos he played on the bus helped us learn so much about Hawai‘i’s culture, history, and landmarks, which made every stop even more meaningful. The botanical garden was absolutely beautiful, complete with a stunning waterfall. We also loved visiting the Dole Plantation, and the many scenic stops along the way—including the blowhole—gave us breathtaking views and great photo opportunities. Lunch and snack stops were perfectly timed and delicious. Cousin Charlie truly made the experience fun, educational, and seamless. Highly, highly recommend!”

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Hidden Gems of Oahu Circle Island Tour with Byodo-In Temple - Scenic stops from Diamond Head to Makapuʻu
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Hidden Gems of Oahu Circle Island Tour with Byodo In Temple

5.Hidden Gems of Oahu Circle Island Tour with Byodo In Temple

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,450 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $146

Spend about nine hours circling Oahu in an air-conditioned shuttle with a local guide. From Waikiki, visit Byodo-In Temple, Halona Blowhole, North Shore beaches and Dole Plantation, with Kona coffee and macadamia tastings along the way. Lunch costs extra. Guides have included RJ, Ian, Charlie and Rocky, though your guide is assigned on the day.

“We completed the booking of this tour super late in the evening the day before. We received all the information we needed for pickup and confirmation immediately at booking. The tour is excellent, touching on all the great Oahu sites. Our guide Tim was fun, charming, and entertaining. I fully recommend this tour!”

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All Inclusive Ultimate Circle Island Tour, Waimea Falls & Lunch - Waikiki and Diamond Head from the road
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All Inclusive Ultimate Circle Island Tour, Waimea Falls & Lunch

6.All Inclusive Ultimate Circle Island Tour, Waimea Falls & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,067 reviews · from $156

Spend about 10 hours circling Oahu from Honolulu, with a guide, round-trip transport, lunch and entry to Byodo-in Temple and Waimea Valley included. Expect coastal lookouts, a stop in Haleiwa, a visit to Waimea Falls and plenty of time on the road. Guide Hailey and drivers including Chen, Mr. Kim and Anthony have led past departures.

“The best out of all the island tours. Our guide Hailey was very informative and entertaining. The driver Mr. Kim was very professional and accommodating.”

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Oahu Grand Circle Island Experience from Waikiki - A quick taste of malasadas at Koko Marina
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Oahu Grand Circle Island Experience from Waikiki

7.Oahu Grand Circle Island Experience from Waikiki

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,317 reviews · 10 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $99

Spend 10 to 11 hours circling Oahu by air-conditioned vehicle, with Waikiki pickup, a local guide, and stops from Diamond Head and Halona Blowhole to the North Shore and Dole Plantation. You’ll have an optional hour to snorkel or swim at Puaʻena Point, plus time in Haleiwa. Guides such as Summer, Maya, Leena, and August have been praised for lively local stories.

“What a FANTASTIC TOUR with our driver/tour guide AUGUST (Oahu Grand Circle Island and Haleiwa Tour). August was great 100%; very knowledgeable, professional, (( was traveling Solo with a group of people I did not know prior to tour) and August offered on ALL stops to take pictures of me "capturing the landscape, signs, etc. We had a delicious lunch at Tanaka's Shrimp Shack and August had me find a table, sit down and he picked up my lunch from counter up front and brought to me along with drink. August was helpful to the other passengers as well but showed a genuine caring interest with me because I was…”

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Oahu Deluxe Grand Circle Island Tour - Nu’uanu Pali’s cliffs and island history
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Oahu Deluxe Grand Circle Island Tour

8.Oahu Deluxe Grand Circle Island Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,123 reviews · 10 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $145

Circle Oahu from Waikiki by air-conditioned coach, with stops at Nu’uanu Pali, Byodo-In Temple, Waimea Valley, Haleiwa and the Dole Plantation. Temple and other listed admission fees are included; lunch and Waimea’s optional tram ride cost extra. Guides vary, with Mo, Mike, Ken and Wes among the names praised for lively stories and island history.

“This is a great trip to get oriented to the island. Lots of information that you wouldn’t get if you rented a car and just drove. Our guide Kanamu gave us a lot of options for snorkeling and free activities Some other people reviewing this tour have said that they felt rushed, however in order to get around the island in 8 hours it is going to feel a bit rushed. We were very happy with our experience.”

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Premium Oahu Circle Island Tour – Small Group, No Crowds - Diamond Head, Kahala, and the southeastern coast
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Premium Oahu Circle Island Tour – Small Group, No Crowds

9.Premium Oahu Circle Island Tour – Small Group, No Crowds

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,709 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $115

Spend about 9.5 hours circling Oahu in a group capped at 13, with Waikiki or Ala Moana pickup. Expect Diamond Head and coastal lookouts, Byodo-In Temple, North Shore lunch and beach time, historic Haleiwa, Dole Plantation and macadamia nut samples. Guides such as Anna and Tyrone mix island history with practical stops.

“Our guide, Justin, was absolutely fabulous. He was extremely knowledgable, entertaining, and a skilled story teller. Sitting in the bus listening to him describe the island and island life, made the trip worthwhile on its own.”

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Oahu Fun Circle Island Tour With Pickup - Waimanalo and the lush windward side
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Oahu Fun Circle Island Tour With Pickup

10.Oahu Fun Circle Island Tour With Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,049 reviews · 9 hours (approx.)

Spend about nine hours circling Oahu in an air-conditioned vehicle, with a guide handling the route and sharing island stories. Stops include Halona Blowhole, Kualoa Regional Park, a North Shore beach and Dole Plantation. Lunch, shave ice and tastings are extra or pay-as-you-go. Guides have included Johnny, Daniel, Shellie, Joe and Leo, but your guide is not guaranteed.

“We had such a great time on the Oahu island tour with Jhonny! He was super entertaining, kept us laughing the whole day, and really knew his stuff. The stops were beautiful, and he made the whole experience feel personal and fun. Definitely one of the highlights of our trip.”

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Oahu: Oahu Ultimate Grand Circle Island Tour - From Waikiki to Diamond Head and the eastern shore
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Oahu: Oahu Ultimate Grand Circle Island Tour

11.Oahu Ultimate Grand Circle Island Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 1,047 reviews · 1 day · from $84

Circle Oahu from Honolulu in an air-conditioned vehicle, stopping at coastal viewpoints, Kualoa, North Shore shrimp stands, Turtle Beach, Haleiwa and Dole Plantation. Your English-speaking guide shares island history, local life and movie lore. Guides have included Johnny, Fuji, Dirk and Uncle D, though assignments vary. Plan for a full day, bring lunch money and expect several short stops.

“It started off kind of rocky. It was chaotic due to multiple tours meeting at the same location. It would have been helpful if they had sent a text saying they were on their way to us and included the name of the bus we would be on. The bus was okay; it would have been better if we weren’t stuffed into it. I’m pretty sure the AC stopped working halfway through the tour. The tour itself made up for all that. Our tour guide, Daniel, was amazingly knowledgeable and funny. I dropped my driver’s license, and thankfully Daniel found it! He saved me! The island is stunning! Everywhere we…”

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Oahu Ultimate Circle Island Tour Full Day Experience - Blowhole, Kaiwi Shoreline and Rabbit Island
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Oahu Ultimate Circle Island Tour Full Day Experience

12.Oahu Ultimate Circle Island Tour Full Day Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 762 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $84

This nine-hour Oahu loop combines coastal lookouts, a North Shore beach stop, macadamia nut samples and Dole Whip time, with Waikiki pickup and an air-conditioned vehicle. Guides such as Johnny, Matt and Mua have been praised for lively island stories, though your guide will vary. Bring lunch money, a swimsuit and your own snorkeling gear.

“Ask for Johnny Cage as your tour guide. He waa so amazing. He really went out of his way to make our day on the tour special, fun and super informative! He's 5 stars all the way.”

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Full Day Oahu Circle Island -Turtle Beach Snorkel at North Shore - Macadamia nuts, coffee, and Mokoli‘i
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Full Day Oahu Circle Island -Turtle Beach Snorkel at North Shore

13.Full Day Oahu Circle Island -Turtle Beach Snorkel at North Shore

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 662 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $110

Spend about eight hours circling Oahu by air-conditioned minibus, with Waikiki pickup, coastal viewpoints, a farm lunch stop, Dole Plantation, and a North Shore beach visit with snorkel gear provided. Guides such as Justin, Mike, and Kurt have brought the island’s stories to life, but your guide is assigned on the day. Turtle sightings depend on wildlife and sea conditions.

“Slightly overpriced, but Justin (the tour guide) really makes the experience worthwhile. The first stop doesn’t add much value, but we enjoyed swimming near the turtles and getting to try the Mac nuts. It’s a good way to see the undeveloped parts of the island without worrying about driving.”

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Sights & Bites Ultimate Oahu Circle Island Foodie Tour - North Shore shrimp, on your own tab
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Sights & Bites Ultimate Oahu Circle Island Foodie Tour

14.Sights & Bites Ultimate Oahu Circle Island Foodie Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 492 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Spend about seven hours circling Oahu with an English-speaking guide, coastal photo stops, a Leonard’s malasada, local samples, and a North Shore lunch stop at your own expense. You’ll see Hanauma Bay, Makapu‘u Point, Mokoli‘i Island, and Dole Plantation. Pickup is available at select Honolulu hotels, and guides such as Aunty Mary, Cy, and Shelly have been praised for their island stories and humor.

“Shelley was such a great tour guide! The tour was exactly as advertised! Got to hit up everything from 7-3p. The dole plantation was extremely crowded which was a disappointment. I traveled with 3 kids on this tour and it was great!!”

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Ultimate Pearl Harbor Circle Island - North Shore views from the bus and roadside stops
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Ultimate Pearl Harbor Circle Island

15.Ultimate Pearl Harbor Circle Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 404 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $149

Start early from Waikiki for Pearl Harbor and the boat trip to the USS Arizona Memorial, then circle Oahu with stops at Dole Plantation, the North Shore, a macadamia nut outlet, Nuʻuanu Pali Lookout, and Halona Blowhole. A buffet lunch, hotel pickup at selected hotels, and a guide’s island stories are included. Guide assignments vary.

“Really learned a lot every time I went there. The audio was fabulous. a Must! I recommend for everyone to take tags trip and get the True experience of what our men went though at Pearl Harbor.”

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