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Oahu Grand Circle Island Experience Departing from Kauai

Honolulu Intl Airport, 300 Rodgers Blvd, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96819
Duration

10 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

English

Overview

See the highlights of Oahu without having to spend a night on the island on this small-group tour from Kauai. Fly from Lihue to Honolulu to meet your guide and head out on a day of adventure. Take in the views as your guide leads you around the island, checking out the Dole Plantation, Diamond Head, Halona Blowhole, and more along the way.

  • Perfect for those who want to see Oahu’s highlights in a day
  • Round-trip airfare between Kauai and Honolulu is included
  • Borrow snorkeling gear at no extra cost
  • Small group sizes ensure personal attention from your guide

What To Expect

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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!

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Halona Blowhole



The Hālona Blowhole is one of Hawai’i’s natural wonders, created thousands of years ago when molten lava tubes were formed from volcanic eruptions. Halona Blowhole now occasionally shoots seawater up to 30 feet in the air because of waves coursing through the underwater lava tubes. The viewing point provides a breathtaking view of Halona Cove, a beautiful beach that has been featured in many movies and music videos. During winter, you may be lucky enough to witness whales in the nearby waters.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sandy Beach Park



Sandy Beach Aka “Broke Neck Beach” Drive-by or Restroom stop – Sandy Beach, also referred to as “Sandy’s” and known to Hawaiians as Wāwāmalu, is a beach on the southeastern shore of Oʻahu in Hawaii. It is known for its excellent bodyboarding and bodysurfing opportunities due to its peaky shore break and consistent barrels.

• Admission Ticket Free

Makapu’u Beach



Makapu’u Body Surfing Beach – Makapuu means “Bulging Eyes” Makapuu beach on the eastside is located just below Makapu’u Point which marks Hawaii’s easternmost tip. Rabbit Island sits just offshore and makes it very picturesque. This is a very popular beach for bodysurfing and bodyboarding large waves. Back in the early days of the sport it was along this stretch of coast that bodyboarding had its first hardcore crew including Jack The Ripper who was a familiar sight catching all the set waves out the back. Like Sandy’s grinding barrels, Makapuu has a ferocious shore break that is well suited to bodyboarding. Overlooking the Rabbit Island and Makapu’u Lighthouse – Famous movie scene from 50 First Dates

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Waimanalo



Hawaii’s Hidden Treasures – Jamies. Restroom Stop , Light Shopping of Hawaii memorabilia items to purchase and taste freshly made delicious fruits and pineapples.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kualoa Regional Park



Chinaman’s Hat – Kualoa Regional Park located on the east and north side of Oahu, famous for its view of Mokolii Island (Chinaman’s Hat) and known for its swimming, picnicking, barbeques and camping. Guests are able to take pictures and use the restroom.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kahuku



Tanaka’s Shrimp Stand – Whats a road trip with around the island without a stop at one of the famous delicious shrimp trucks! View the menu and choose a lunch plate that includes delicious fresh shrimp either garlic shrimp, coconut shrimp, spicy shrimp, lemon shrimp or plain shrimp also with chicken , fried noodles , white rice or fried rice with fresh toss green salad with selected dressings all lunch plates includes a soft drink.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Turtle Bay Beach



Turtle Bay Fruit Stand – Mixed local grown fruits , desserts , shave ice to purchase to enjoy

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sunset Beach



Restroom option – Sunset Beach is a famous surf spot known for its powerful waves that challenge even the best surfers in the world

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Banzai Pipeline



Bonzai Pipeline aka Pipeline is one of the most famous surf spots in the world known for its barreling waves. During winter, massive swells break on shallow reef, making it a dangerous beach for only the best and bravest surfers (and a great place for watching some of the world’s top surfing).

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Shark’s Cove



Shark’s Cove is part of Pupukea Beach Park and is known for its spectacular underwater rock formations and diverse marine life. Located near the northern end of the Marine Life Conservation District (MLCD), is a popular snorkeling site with shallow depths up to 20 feet.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Waimea Bay



Waimea is famous for its 30-foot waves in the winter and is a top place to watch some of the world’s best and bravest surfers. During summer, the water calms considerably and is a great destination for swimming, snorkeling and diving.

• Admission Ticket Free

Laniakea Beach



Laniakea Beach, or Turtle Beach, is located on Oahu’s North Shore and is well known for being a popular feeding and sun bathing area for Hawaiian Sea Turtles (honu). Many circle island tours make a stop here for photo opportunities, but the beach is also a favorite surfing and recreational swimming spot for locals.

• Admission Ticket Free

Puaʻena Point Beach Park



This is the tours swimming and snorkeling opportunity (optional). The Pua’ena Point Beach Park is a hidden location in Oahu, North Shore but quite popular among surfers. The location is nice and shallow, making it ideal for beginners learning how to swim, paddle board or surf.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Haleiwa



Macadamia Nut Store – Taste free samples of season macadamia nuts and Black coffee and other purchased items , ASAHI fruit stand , Shave Ice, “Live Music” to enjoy while shopping

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dole Plantation



Restroom stop , Dole Whip, Barbecue Corn , Gift Shop to purchase Hawaii memorabilia items

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Green World Coffee Farms



Taste free samples of multiple coffee flavors, choose from 8 flavors made in Hawaii Dave’s ice cream, Shave Ice ,Hawaii coffee gifts to purchase and enjoy.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Remaining time from the itinerary will be allotted for pick up and travel time in between the attractions
  • Breakfast and lunch are not included
  • Towels not included (guests should bring their own)
  • Transportation to Lihue Airport on Kauai is not Included
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Included/Excluded

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Round trip airfare to Honolulu International Airport from Lihue Airport on Kauai is included
  • Use of Snorkeling equipment
  • Gratuities
  • Parking Fees
  • Transportation to Lihue Airport on Kauai
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Towels

Durations

10 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

Honolulu Intl Airport, 300 Rodgers Blvd, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96819
from 460 $

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