• Waikiki Beach - This tour begins with a drive through the renowned and lively Waikiki Beach, featuring the palm-lined Queen’s Beach, Kuhio Beach, Fort DeRussy, Kahanamoku Beach, the Ala Wai Channel, and the Duke Kahanamoku Statue.
• Queen Kapi’olani Park - Kapiolani Park, one of the largest and oldest public parks on Oʻahu, is named after the Queen. It hosts the 42-acre Honolulu Zoo, the Aquarium, the Natatorium, and numerous outdoor concerts and shows. The park also offers tennis courts, soccer fields, an archery range, and a 3-mile jogging course, part of the Honolulu Marathon Course.
• Diamond Head State Monument - This is a drive-by (not a stop!) along the ocean-facing slopes of the iconic Diamond Head Crater and the Amelia Earhart monument, which overlooks the Pacific Ocean as the ancient volcanic crater towers above. *This tour does not include entry inside the crater, only a drive-by on its outer flanks. Hiking to the top from inside the crater floor is part of the three-hour Diamond Head hiking tours.
• Kaiwi Channel - The tour follows the stunning Ka’iwi coastline, a favorite gathering spot for Humpback Whales from November through May.
• Halona Blowhole - This fascinating geographical site features an ocean-carved hole through the lava. From the Halona lookout, visitors can often spot Green Sea Turtles in the emerald waters of “From Here To Eternity Cove,” made famous by the Oscar-winning film. From December through May, this is an excellent location to observe Humpback Whales as it is part of the Hawaiian Humpback Whale Sanctuary.

**Please note that our coastlines have potentially dangerous rip currents and shore breaks, so as responsible tour operators, swimming at the Blowhole is not permitted for your safety.

• Sandy Beach Park - The tour continues to Sandy Beach, a beautiful sandy-bottom beach known for its powerful shore breaks. *Please note that our coastlines, especially this beach, have dangerous shore breaks, so swimming at Sandy Beach is not permitted for your safety.

• Makapu’u Point - Enjoy stunning coastal views and offshore islands. With over 1,000 yards of sandy shoreline, this spot is considered Hawaii’s premier bodysurfing beach. Hawaiian mythology tells of Makapuu, a friendly woman with eight eyes, after whom the area is named. In 1909, the US Coast Guard built the Makapuu Lighthouse after a ship was grounded in the coral gardens offshore.

• Waimanalo - The tour passes through Waimanalo, the ancient Hawaiian homelands, where the majestic Koolau Mountains and the rim of a massive collapsed volcanic crater can be seen, marking the largest landslide in Earth’s history 1.5 million years ago.

• Nu’uanu Pali Lookout - The Nuuanu Pali State Wayside offers a panoramic view of Oahu’s Windward side, including Kaneohe, Kaneohe Bay, and Kailua. Known for strong tradewinds, it forms a natural wind tunnel. In 1795, Kamehameha The Great conquered Oahu here in one of Hawaiian history’s bloodiest battles, where over 400 of Kalanikupule’s soldiers were driven off the cliff to their deaths.

• Byodo-In Temple - The Temple grounds are a lush paradise nestled in a cleft of the pali, home to wild peacocks and hundreds of Japanese koi carp. The beautiful grounds feature a large reflecting pond, meditation niches, and small waterfalls. Visitors describe this destination as beautiful, peaceful, and restful. The TV series Hawaii Five-O and Magnum, P.I. featured several episodes incorporating the temple, and it appeared in an episode of the ABC series Lost, “House of the Rising Sun,” in season one as Sun’s father’s home.

• Mokoli’i Island - Scenic vistas await at Mokoli’i, known locally as “Chinaman’s Hat” due to its unique shape, offering a beautiful and relaxing coastal paradise.

• Kahana Bay Beach Park - Located on O’ahu’s picturesque east side, across from Ahupua’a State Park, Kahana Bay is a stunning cove with clear waters and white sand, one of the first landing sites for Polynesian canoes on the island.

• Tanaka Kahuku Shrimp - LUNCHSTOP! Continuing north to Kahuku, the tour visits a shrimp farm and a local favorite shrimp truck, Tanaka Kahuku Shrimp, serving delicious garlic shrimp, fish, or chicken plates with a drink (vegetarian options available). After lunch, observe endangered native wetland birds and learn about Hawaiian aquaculture from the tour guide. *Lunch is included in the tour price, a $20.50 added value!

• Sunset Beach - This legendary big-wave surfing location hosts towering waves and surfing contests from November to April. It is one of the Triple Crown beaches.

• Waimea Arboretum and Botanical Garden - The tour visits Waimea Valley and Waterfall, showcasing over 5,000 species of tropical flowering plants, ancient archaeological sites, and one of the island’s most scenic waterfalls. A paved path inside the Arboretum provides easy walking access to the waterfall.

• Haleiwa - On the return to the island’s south side, the tour passes through Haleiwa, the laid-back and colorful surfing capital of the world.

• Dole Plantation - Located amid the last remaining but extensive pineapple fields, Dole Plantation is in an area considered the island’s navel and sacred to Hawaiians. All kings had to be born at the nearby Birthing Stones to be considered of royal blood. The plantation features a country store offering a variety of Dole Plantation gifts, local favorites, foods, and refreshments, including the delicious and world-famous pineapple ice cream, the DoleWhip®.

• Downtown Honolulu - Downtown Honolulu is the economic and governmental center of Honolulu, the capital and largest city of Hawaii. Marvel at the historic buildings as the tour drives through the Capitol District.

• Iolani Palace - Enjoy outside views of the beautiful Iolani Palace, the only Royal Palace in the United States. (Drive-by only)

• King Kamehameha Statue - Aliʻiōlani Hale, meaning “House of Heavenly Kings,” is home to the Hawaiʻi State Supreme Court and the statue of Kamehameha the Great. Listed in the U.S. National Register of Historic Places, it was the former seat of government for the Kingdom and Republic of Hawaiʻi. The building’s courtyard features the famed gold-leaf statue of Kamehameha the Great. (outside view only)

• Live commentary and escort, not just audio!
• Separate professional driver and dedicated narrator-guide!
• All entry fees included, a $30.00 value!
• Hotel pickup from selected Waikiki hotels.
• Lunch included.
• Comfortable in-vehicle air conditioning.
• Professionally trained tour guide.
• Local taxes covered.
• Free 152-page ‘Pocket Guide to Nature on Oahu’ book (one per family).

This tour has been highly rated by guests on Global TourReview and Viator, earning a spot in the TOP TEN BEST DAY TOURS in North America for both its content and value. The adventure features transportation in air-conditioned, luxury touring buses equipped with panoramic windows and top-quality HEPA air-filters. A professional guide will narrate the entire tour, and a separate, professional CDL driver ensures a safer journey. The package includes admission fees to all sites, a 152-page souvenir book, and a delicious lunch, valued at $62.00, which is covered on your behalf. When a stop or lunch is included, the associated cost is also covered, ensuring no unexpected expenses. With 28 years of operation and consistently excellent 5-star ratings, this tour promises a memorable experience.

• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Age limit: *CHILDREN MUST BE AT LEAST 3 YEARS OLD TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS ADVENTURE. All persons between 3 and 18 years old must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian over age 21.
• Because of the possible presence of Leptospirosis, it is not recommended swimming in any of Hawaii’s pools and freshwaters.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.