Grand Circle Island Tour

Itinerary

1. 1
   Valley Of The Temples Memorial Park & Crematory 20 minutes

   Whether you are a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, our famous Oahu island tour is the ultimate way to soak up all the beauty and culture of Hawaii in just one day. After picking up from the Waikiki hotel assigned points, you are ready to be on the way to the north shore coast of Oahu. Driving through Koolau Ranch, your first stop will be at the Valley of Temples. Built in 1968, Byodo-In Temple was made without nails and landscaped the Japanese garden complex with extreme attention to its details. It has been featured in the TV series Hawaii Hive-O, Magnum P.I., Lost and the 2001 movie Pearl Harbor.

2. 2
   Kualoa Regional Park 15 minutes

   Standing in Kualoa Regional Park on Windaward Coast, you will experience a basalt islet in Kaneoha Bay with a shape of Chinaman’s Hat on one side, and magnificent mountains on the other. According to Hawaiian mythology, the island is formed from the remains of giant lizard or dragon’s tail that was chopped off and tossed to the ocean.

3. 3
   Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet) 20 minutes

   The next stop is Tropical Farms of Hawaii. It is a little country store on the way to the North Shore. Here you will not only learn about the growth process and knowledge of macadamia nuts, but also sample the popular macadamia nuts and Kona coffee.

4. 4
   Kahuku Farms 30 minutes

   Kahuku Shrimp Farm is a “must try” check-out point in the North of Oahu. Hawaii has a very long history in shrimp farming. The all-year-round sunny weather provides a perfect growing environment for farm-raised shrimps. You are able to purchase the delicious cuisine from the local food stand.

5. 5
   Sunset Beach Pass by

   Sunset Beach is known for big-wave surfing in the winter months. Many of the world’s premier surfing competitions, such as the Big wave Invitational in Memory of Eddie Aikau, are held here.

6. 6
   Dole Plantation 20 minutes

   At last, you will visit Hawaii’s “Pineapple experience”. You will see pineapples from all over the world and try the world famous Dole Whip ice cream at Dole Plantation. The plantation country store also offers variety of Hawaiian gifts for your memories of Aloha.

7. 7
   Haleiwa Pass by

   Haleiwa is filled with local style and country ambiance, as well as stylish surf shops and boutiques, elegant art galleries and gourmet restaurants.

Good to know

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels