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Free Byodo-In Temple and Waimea Waterfall Circle Island Day Tour

Honolulu, USA

Enjoy an Amazing Island Adventure with Byodo In Temple and Waimea Falls Waterfall

8 hours 30 minutes
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

See many of Oahu's most interesting attractions in a single day on this island circle tour. Stops along the way include Diamond Head State Monument, Halona Blowhole, a macadamia farm, and the Dole Plantation, with time left over to sample treats such as banana lumpia and malasada. You'll also spend time at the lovely Byodo-In Temple, modeled after an ancient temple in Japan.

Travel in an air-conditioned bus with free Wi-Fi
Stop along the way to try out local treats (at your own expense)
Pick-up from select hotels is included
Byodo-In Temple admission is included

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance Fee to Byodo-In Temple.

Gratuities
Waimea Waterfall. Cost 20 USD per person paid by Customer.
Lunch
No Motorized Wheelchair.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

Opening hours

2/22/2022 - 5/16/2025
Monday - Sunday : 07:00 AM - 04:30 PM

Pickup details

PLEASE READ BEFORE Booking: *The Owner will send out a Group Text the day before every Tour to notify all guests of the exact Hotel pick up location and time. The Company receives your Booking from VIATOR as soon as you Book so there is no need to Text or Call to Confirm your Booking unless you do not get Pick Up Details on the day before your scheduled Tour around 5:30pm daily. Please be Patient and await a very detailed Text. Owner is also a Driver so your Call and Text will be delayed! Direct Hotel Pick Up from all Waikiki Hotel's Only! Hilton Hawaiian Village Guests, Your Pick up will be at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Bus Terminal below the Grand Islander at 6:45am Please call with any pick up's outside of the Waikiki area so we can discuss your transportation options to get to Waikiki and which location to meet the Shuttle or Transit. All HOTEL PICK UP'S: Start at 6:45am through 7:00am. Tour Starts at 7:00am and Usually ends around 4ish. Cruise Ship Pick Up Times are determined by the time Guests Embark. The Company can No Longer except any Motorized Wheelchair. Mahalo Nui Loa. Captain Vince

What To Expect

Waikiki Beach (Pass By)

Diamond Head State Monument (Pass By)

Halona Blowhole

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Makapu'u Point (Pass By)

Waimanalo

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Byodo-In Temple

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet)

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mokoli’i Island

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kahuku

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Waimea Waterfall

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Dole Plantation

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Iolani Palace (Pass By)

King Kamehameha Statue

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Kahuku Farms

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nico's Pier 38

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps

Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Featured review

Lisa_N

We had a great tour with Justin, he is very knowledgeable about the Hawaiian history and culture. I learned more on this tour than on a previous tour. I would highly recommend him and this tour.

Reviews

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177 reviews

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Best Island Tour

Tanika_W, Apr 2024

This was a solo tour for me, and my first time in Hawaii. I had an amazing time. Everyone was so nice. Captain Vince kept us on our toes, there was never a dull moment. And I sincerely enjoyed Justin's gift of story telling, it was wonderfully emersive. He taught us so much from his own authentic perspective as a Native Hawaiian. We had a great itinerary, there was enough time to see each spot. We were given an explanation of what to expect at each stop in advance. And I love how smooth the whole process was. I definitely recommend this tour!

Highly recommend.

William_Z, Apr 2024

We had a wonderful day. This is the best way to see the Island. Couldn't be happier. Captain Vince was awesome.

Best Island Tour.

Frank_G, Apr 2024

This was an awesome tour. Best equipped bus. Excellent tour guide. Highly recommend. Great stops along the way. You will love this tour.

We had an amazing time...

Michelle_Y, Apr 2024

We had an amazing time with Justin as our tour guide who was extremely kind and knowledgeable! We loved getting to see the entire island and the various stops!

Awesome

Clydeena_B, Apr 2024

Our tour guide Captain Vince was fabulous! He was very very knowledgeable and shared so much information! He made us laugh out loud over and over again! We saw all the main sites., but he made the experience very special! Thank you Vince!!

The Perfect Tour!

Kara_G, Apr 2024

Our tour guide, Justin, was amazing! He kept us on time, but I still felt like we had plenty of time to explore! You must start your trip with this tour! It was the perfect amount of time to walk to the waterfall, swim in it, and walk back! There were only 10 of us on the tour (6 from our group) which allowed for it to feel very personal! Justin even gave us his number and more recommendations for the rest our our trip! He went above and beyond! My dad had him sign his shirt 😂 and grandma got a self with Justin! Our whole family would recommend this tour to everyone!!

Great day on tour

Lisa_N, Apr 2024

We had a great tour with Justin, he is very knowledgeable about the Hawaiian history and culture. I learned more on this tour than on a previous tour. I would highly recommend him and this tour.

Such an amazing experience!

Iryna_M, Apr 2024

Highly recommend! The tour was great, so much fun and extremely lucky with our tour guide! Had lots of fun and enjoyed every minute of it! Would definitely do it again! Thank you!

Amazing tour!! Book it now!

Lynda_L, Mar 2024

This was my first trip to Oahu and I came on business so my time was limited. My sister and I took this tour with Captain Vince and had one of the best days ever! Our group was small and everyone was super friendly. Captain Vince did a great job of keeping us laughing all day; not only that but he has a lot of knowledge about the island and taught us a few words and sayings in Hawaiian. I looked at dozens of tours before booking online and I'm so happy I chose this one!! The itinerary and timing at each place is well thought out. I am so appreciative that we always arrived at our destinations ahead of many other tour buses who always showed up as we were leaving, allowing for a more enjoyable time as it was much less crowded. Thank you Captain Vince for an unforgettable day!!

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Always a pleasure when hearing our guests have enjoyed exactly what you paid for. I enjoyed you both as well as the group and what a time we had. I cannot wait for your return to the Island. Mahalo, The Captain

Great excursion

Paula_T, Mar 2024

Justin was great. We learned so much about the island & the islanders. The food and stops were all fantastic too. We really enjoyed ourselves

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Thank You for taking time to add your Review and I will certianly give the Big Fella Justin a Hug for this one.

Fantastic Tour

Zulieka_B, Mar 2024

If I could, I would give this more than five stars. Me and my daughter had an excellent time with 1 Epic Tour. The Captain was a phenomenal host which made the whole day entertaining and educational. It didn’t feel like we were on a guided tour, felt like an adventure with friends. Rhonda, Boston, New Jersey - Alabama had a great time with a great group. I highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Aww Boston, Jersey and Bama. What a combination and this group was Incredible.to say the least. I am grateful for your kind words. "A Hui Hou" Until we meet Again.

Great way to see Hawaii

Gigi_W, Mar 2024

Justin did a great job of telling us about Hawaii and showing the entire round the island highlights. Lunch was good,

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Justin is an Incresible person. I appreciate his fondness to share what he knows about growing up in Hawaii. Mahalo from the 1 Epic Team.

So worth it!!!

Brenda_Z, Mar 2024

We had a wonderful experience with Justin as our guide. Our favorite stop was the Byodo-in temple. We picked a different tour at first but then changed and picked this one. So happy we did.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

We Strive to be the Best. We are thankful you were able to take our Tour. You are a part of our Ohana now. Mahalo

A great day out.

Judith_B, Mar 2024

Our guide was a native and knew all about the islands and their history. He was very friendly and helpful. The trip was full on. We stopped at many interesting places and got tastes of many local foods like pineapple, coconut and macadamia nuts. We were able to walk- albeit a far walk for me- to the beautiful waterfall. My husband swam right near it and enjoyed that a lot. We thoroughly enjoyed our day out in the brief time we had in Honolulu. Thank you very much.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

So glad you and your Husband enjoyed a day with Justin. He is definitely a force to be reckoned with. He knows and lives this Aloha daily and loves sharing. That is very rare. Mahalo Nui Loa

Wonderful!

Lisa_B, Mar 2024

Justin, our guide, was wonderful! He was incredibly knowledgeable, a great storyteller, friendly, and a super photographer. He answered all our questions, taught us a lot, and made a great day!

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Justin, Strikes agian. He is the Man. On behalf of the 1 Epic Team. Thank You!

See Oahu with the A team & Captain Vince!

Rebecca_J, Mar 2024

I really enjoyed this tour with Captain Vince. I went on a similar tour a few years ago but this one was so much better! The stops are well selected so you see the highlights of Oahu. The Waimea Valley was a a lush paradise! From the donuts to the shrimp to the bananas, the food options were outstanding, too. You'll even learn to say the word for the Hawaiian state fish! If you want to experience Oahu, this is the tour!!

The Road Around Oahu has Many Faces

Gayle_K, Mar 2024

We were a small group in a small van. It was perfect. Ian was a friendly, entertaining, informative driver. The route was long but fascinating. Loved every minute. Wish I had bought more pineapple candy. It is delicious! Waimea Falls is worth going swimming, but a little scary to enter, be aware for balance purposes (but do it!).

A great tour guild

Connie_D, Mar 2024

Captain Vince was very friendly and gave everyone a great experience. We had a lot of fun. We went to the Free Byodo-In Temple. The outside of the temple was gorgeous. The grounds were just beautiful. We went to macadamia nut farm. Sampling all the different flavors of nuts was so good. The Dole Plantation had a lot for families to do.

Great day!

Kathy_M, Mar 2024

Overall this was a fantastic day. Our tour guide Justin was very knowledgeable, informative and super nice! Would highly recommend this tour

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Kathy, On behalf of myself and Justin. We swnd out a huge Mahalo. We always appreciate our customers sharing how your day went on Tour. Justin is the Best of the Best. Mahalo Nui Loa

Great Tour

Nalin_A, Feb 2024

Justin is an amazing tour guide. He is a native of Hawaii and is very knowledgeable and a great storyteller. This tour is a must-do if you are making your first visit to Oahu. We went to see all the places in the description, and we had enough time to see everything without rushing. We were always at popular places before other buses and groups arrived.

Response from Host, Feb 2024

Nalin, We. Srrive to be the Best and Justin indeed is a Great Guide and extends everything in him to give to every Tour and every Person. Mahalo, Captain Vince

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