Hawaiʻi’s Most Popular Circle Island Tour — 16 iconic stops including turtle snorkeling, Dole Plantation, plus snacks, beverages, and the island’s best guides.
A full-day excursion that will guide you to the finest sights on Oahu, while you experience the allure of Hawaii like never before on an immersive, full-circle island adventure guided by true Ambassadors of Aloha.
The Deluxe Circle Island Tour starts with morning pickups at Waikiki hotels. The full-day guided tour lasts around 10 hours and includes round-trip transportation in an upscale, air-conditioned bus, along with all of the snorkeling gear you'll need for the day.
You'll enjoy Diamond Head Beach Lookout, the Dole Plantation, snorkeling at Sea Turtle Beach, the Halona Blowhole and more!
This is the only Circle Island Tour that gives you ample time at Dole Plantation to enjoy the outdoor maze or train-ride.
This tour features stops at the following popular locations:
- Diamond Head Beach Lookout: 200,000 years ago, a volcanic eruption solidified into a towering outcropping above Honolulu. This beautiful lookout provides views of Molokai on clear days.
- The Nu'uanu Pali Lookout: Perched high in the Koʻolau Mountain Range at an elevation of over 1,200 feet, the Nuuanu Pali Lookout offers visitors one of the most spectacular panoramic views in all of Hawaii. From the lookout, guests are treated to sweeping views of the lush windward coast, with the towns of Kaneohe and Kailua stretching below, backed by the vast Pacific Ocean. The steep, emerald-green cliffs of the Koʻolau Mountains frame the scene, creating a jaw-dropping contrast between land and sea. On a clear day, visitors can see Chinaman’s Hat (Mokoliʻi Island) and even parts of the North Shore in the distance. The Nuuanu Pali Lookout is not just a scenic stop—it is also a site of deep historical significance. It was here, in 1795, that King Kamehameha I won the decisive Battle of Nuuanu, uniting the Hawaiian Islands under his rule. Hundreds of warriors were driven over the steep cliffs in one of Hawaii’s most legendary battles.
- Snorkeling with Sea Turtles: Visit Sea Turtle Beach to observe native green sea turtles. Premium full-face snorkel gear provided to swim alongside them in their natural habitat.
- Macadamia Nut Tropical Farm: Sample all-you-can-eat macadamia nuts and Kona coffee while learning about Hawaii’s nut industry on this behind-the-scenes farm tour.
- Kahuku Garlic Shrimp: Savor farm-raised shrimp sautéed with garlic and butter at this North Shore buffet. Local Hawaiian dishes also available. (Food not included in voucher.)
- The Halona Blowhole: A dramatic ocean geyser that shoots water up to 30 feet high. Nearby Halona Beach Cove was famously featured in the film "From Here to Eternity."
- Dole Pineapple Plantation: Enjoy ample time to explore the country store, sample local treats, and try the maze or train ride depending on wait times. Exclusive to this tour.
- Plus many other scenic stops!
Return to Waikiki will be between 3:30 PM and 5:30 PM, depending on traffic conditions.