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Oahu Circle Island Tour with Local Guide 11 hr

TourTruth score 4.6 out of 10

Below average

294 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Oahu
  • 11 hrs
  • Updated November 1, 2026

Explore Oahu’s coast, temples, Waimea Valley, and North Shore surf beaches on an 11-hour guided circle island tour from Waikiki.

About this tour

See Oahu’s coast, cultural landmarks, and surf country on a full-day circle island tour with a local guide. With pickup from select Waikiki hotels, you can enjoy the scenery and stories without navigating the island yourself.

Travel past Diamond Head and South Shore viewpoints before stopping at Nu‘uanu Pali Lookout for sweeping views of the windward coast. Visit Byodo-In Temple, set among gardens and koi ponds beneath the Ko‘olau Mountains, then explore Waimea Valley’s tropical gardens and historic sites. When conditions allow, cool off in its waterfall-fed pool. Continue along the North Shore past renowned surf beaches, with time to browse the shops and galleries of Haleiwa Town. Shave ice and Dole Whip are available to purchase, and lunch is not included. Admission to Byodo-In Temple and Waimea Valley, bottled water, and local treats are provided.

This Oahu Circle Island Tour brings together coastal scenery, Hawaiian history, and relaxed town stops in one 11-hour outing. Book your Oahu Circle Island Tour for a guided day exploring the island’s best-known sights.

Highlights

  • Admire Diamond Head, South Shore coastlines, and Nu‘uanu Pali Lookout
  • Explore Byodo-In Temple beneath the Ko‘olau Mountains
  • Wander Waimea Valley and swim in its waterfall-fed pool when conditions allow
  • Cruise past North Shore surf beaches, including Sunset Beach and Banzai Pipeline
  • Browse Haleiwa Town and sample shave ice or Dole Whip at your own expense

What's included

Included

  • Driver-guide
  • Bottled water
  • Local treats
  • Pickup and drop-off from select Waikiki hotels
  • Admission to Byodo-In Temple and Waimea Valley

Not included

  • Gratuities, optional
  • Lunch
  • Shave ice and Dole Whip

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Important information

  • Contact the supplier 7 days before the tour for ADA accommodations and special requests
  • Wear comfortable shoes
  • Bring swimwear, a change of clothes, and a towel
  • Waterfall swimming depends on conditions

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 11 hours.

Where is pickup available?

Pickup and drop-off are available from select Waikiki hotels.

Are Temple and Valley admissions included?

Yes. Admission to Byodo-In Temple and Waimea Valley is included.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is not included; you can purchase food during the tour.

Can I swim at Waimea Valley?

Swimming in the waterfall-fed pool is possible when conditions allow. Bring swimwear, a change of clothes, and a towel.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 4.34 from 294 reviews. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 4.6.

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