Top Oahu Island Tours

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Jeanne Cooper

After two decades of visiting Hawaii as a travel writer and wife of a triathlete, Jeanne now shares news and views of the islands from her home base on the Kohala Coast.

Whether a first-timer or returning visitor to Oahu, a full-day island tour is a great way to see the breathtaking lookouts, beautiful beaches, luscious forests, and incredible waterfalls on all corners of the island. These circle island tours are fun and educational as much as they are beautiful. Dive even deeper into the wonders of Oahu and taste the flavors of Hawaii with a food tour. Your driver and tour guide will teach you about the cultural significance and history of each stop. Every tour is unique in its specific route, but all make sure to show you the best parts of Oahu.

If you do not have a rental car, this is the best way to see the rest of the island. Here are our top-rated island tours.

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Oahu Circle Island Tour

Pick-up: Various Waikiki hotels
Price: Starting at $145

A perfect way for first time visitors to explore Oahu’s beautiful landmarks, this all-day tour is packed full of amazing lookouts, beaches, waterfalls and on top of it all a stop at Fumi’s Famous Shrimp Stand. Expect an informative and professional guide, with of course a splash of entertainment.

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Island Tour & Polynesian Cultural Center Day

Pick-up: Various Waikiki hotels
Price: Starting at $169

This all-day tour not only hits iconic North Shore sights, but ends with an immersive Polynesian experience at the Polynesian Cultural Center. Here you can explore the center through activities from Tahiti, Samoa, Hawaii and more. The family-friendly tour ends with a dinner luau and the “HA: Breath of Life” show.

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Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour

Pick-up: Various Waikiki hotels
Price: Starting at $50

This 120-mile island tour packs some of the best sights in Oahu such as Halona Blowhole, Byodo-In Temple, Haleiwa Town and Waimea Valley. This tour is a half-day experience, so you can make it back to your hotel by 4pm.


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Deluxe Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour with North Shore & Haleiwa

Pick-up: Major Waikiki hotels
Price: Starting at $130

See and visit the most popular destinations on Oahu on a full day circle island tour with free time on the North Shore! When you are looking for things to do on Oahu, look no further while you explore the best and most popular scenic sites in Hawaii.

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Diamond Head Hike & Oahu Island Tour featuring North Shore

Pick-up: Various Waikiki hotels
Price: Starting at $125

Book two activities in one with a value combo that combines a morning hike to Diamond Head Crater with its beautiful views of Honolulu, and a sightseeing adventure to Oahu’s famous North Shore, Kualoa Park, Sunset Beach, and the Dole Plantation.

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