Oahu Grand Circle Island Experience Departing from Maui | Huavela
Oahu Grand Circle Island Experience Departing from Maui
★★★★★5.062 ReviewsRecommended by 100% of travelersOahu, HawaiiOperated by Aloha Sunshine Tours
10 hours to 11 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
Maui tour heads to the legendary North Shore, where world champions compete every November and December at famous Waimea Bay and Sunset Beach. The tour passes through charming Haleiwa Town, with its many galleries, shops, and cafes. Enroute, we stop at Dole Pineapple Plantation, where you can learn all about Hawaii’s legendary pineapple crop. Our breathtaking voyage continues as we take in the valleys and cliffs of the emerald green Koolau Mountains and the rocky shoreline of South Oahu. Amazing panoramic views await you at Nuuanu Pali Lookout, Makapuu Point, and Hanauma Bay. Along the way, we’ll stop for lunch at a secret oceanfront location that you’ll love.
You’ll travel in comfort and luxury in our well maintained mini bus and enjoy the intimate personal experience of our small group tours. We’ll have you back to Honolulu Airport in plenty of time for your return flight to Maui.
What's Included
Engaging narration from a local guide, sharing stories and insights throughout your tour
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Air-conditioned vehicle
Round trip airfare to Honolulu International Airport from Kahului Airport on Maui is included
Gratuities
Transportation to Kahului Airport on Maui is not included
Towels not included (guests should bring their own)
Meals are at your own expense
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup offered
If you flew Southwest Airlines into Honolulu Airport we will pick you up at Terminal 2,
baggage claim 31, area 5. If you flew Hawaiian Airlines into Honolulu Airport we will pick you up
at terminal 1, area 1
90 pickup points
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What To Expect
1
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
2
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
3
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 (Pass by)
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.
Makapu'u Beach (Pass by)
Hawaii's Hidden Treasures - Jamies. Restroom Stop , Light Shopping of Hawaii memorabilia items to purchase and taste freshly made delicious fruits and pineapples.
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Remaining time from the itinerary will be allotted for pick up and travel time in between the attractions
Towels not included (guests should bring their own)
Meals are at your own expense
Bring cash for roadside stands, food trucks, and local shops—many are cash-only
If you enjoy your tour tipping your guide in cash is always appreciated
Airfare is sometimes subject to seasonal surcharges. Additional fees may apply
This experience will have a maximum of 15 travelers
1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile or paper ticket accepted, one per booking
Operated by Aloha Sunshine Tours
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Before you go
- Please sign waiver at time of booking copy and paste URL into your browser https://bit.ly/astwaiver
- Remaining time from the itinerary will be allotted for pick up and travel time in between the attractions
- Towels not included (guests should bring their own)
- Meals are at your own expense
- Bring cash for roadside stands, food trucks, and local shops—many are cash-only
- If you enjoy your tour tipping your guide in cash is always appreciated
Waimanalo (Pass by)
Hawaii's Hidden Treasures - Jamies. Restroom Stop , Light Shopping of Hawaii memorabilia items to purchase and taste freshly made delicious fruits and pineapples.
4
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
5
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 (Pass by)
Turtle Bay Fruit Stand - Mixed local grown fruits , desserts , shave ice to purchase to enjoy
Sunset Beach (Pass by)
Sunset Beach is a famous surf spot known for its powerful waves that challenge even the best surfers in the world
Banzai Pipeline (Pass by)
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).
Shark's Cove (Pass by)
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.
Waimea Bay (Pass by)
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.
Laniakea Beach (Pass by)
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.
6
Stop 6
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
7
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
8
Dole Plantation
During this time, you can explore the Dole Plantation Store, where you'll find pineapple-themed souvenirs, local crafts, and specialty foods like jams and dried fruit. Don’t miss trying a Dole Whip, the famous pineapple-flavored soft-serve treat. You can also take a short walk to see the beautiful Rainbow Eucalyptus trees, known for their colorful, multi-hued bark.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9
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.