Oahu Majestic Circle Island Tour with Waimea Falls and Byodo Inn
Description
Since 1974, E Noa Tours has specialized in showing visitors the real Oʻahu through immersive experiences led by passionate local guides. Our mission is simple: turn your day into unforgettable memories filled with Hawaiian history, culture, and natural wonder. Everything you need is included: entrance to Byodo-In Temple ($10 value), full access to Waimea Valley with time to swim at the falls ($20 value), sit-down lunch at Pounders Restaurant or Tanaka Shrimp, and hotel pickup. You'll explore Byodo-In Temple's peaceful koi ponds and ring the sacred bell, walk through lush botanical gardens to Waimea Falls, stand at the dramatic Nuʻuanu Pali cliffs where Hawaiian legends were born, sample fresh macadamia nuts at Tropical Farms, and visit the iconic Dole Plantation, all while traveling comfortably with expert guides who bring each location to life through storytelling and deep cultural knowledge. Perfect for first-time visitors and families seeking an authentic island experience.
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Our first stop of the day is at one of the most scenic and historic places in all of O'ahu. Learn the story about how King Kamehameha united all of the Hawaiian Islands under one monarchy as we visit the very spot where a famous battle took place.
As we drive along the Ko'olau mountain range we stop to discover a hidden gem tucked away from the main road. Byodo-In Temple was featured by National Geographic in "20 of the world's most beautiful Buddhist temples," noting its architectural details and awe inspiring surroundings.
Famously known as "The Little Country Store On Your Way to the North Shore" Steve and Chrissy Paty started this as a roadside operation in 1987 and now, three decades later it's a great place to try different local snacks and learn how to crack open some macadamia nuts as the chickens stand by watching hungrily hoping you drop a nut or two.
At Pounders, guests will have access to a greater variety of dining options, and after their meal, they can explore the retail shops at Hukilau Marketplace within the Polynesian Cultural Center. As an added bonus, Pounders is offering our guests a 10% discount at select stores
Join your E Noa tour guide on a short hike to a stunning 45-foot waterfall, where you can enjoy a refreshing swim. Along the way, discover the rich history of Waimea Valley and learn why this sacred area holds deep cultural and spiritual significance.
We conclude our day with a scenic drive through the charming Haleiwa Surf Town and picturesque pineapple fields, leading to a stop at the famous Dole Plantation. Be sure to indulge in the world-renowned DoleWhip frozen dessert—a refreshing treat to enjoy under the warm Hawaiian afternoon sun!
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a change of clothes if you are thinking about taking a quick dip at Waimea Falls.
- We intentionally only operate this tour using an air conditioned mini-bus to ensure that group sizes are kept small enough to enjoy each stop with your group and guide.
- Operates in all weather conditions.
- Admission to every stop has been taken care of, just bring cash for snacks and souvenirs.
Reviews(8,047)
This was our first time in Hawaii and thanks to BigJon, it was an amazing time. The tour pickup point was easy for us to find from our hotel. The tour group was a small crowd and our guide was very friendly, and very informative throughout the trip. The lunch stop was absolutely delicious (the Garlic Shrimp is a must have)! Overall, we would love to do this tour again with Big Jon; he made it such a memorable experience!
We had an amazing experience on the Oahu Majestic Circle Island Tour! The island itself is breathtaking, but what truly made this tour unforgettable was our guide, Big Jon. Big Jon was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about Hawaii. Throughout the entire tour, he shared about history, local culture, and fun facts about every stop we visited. Big Jon was friendly, funny, engaging, extremely patient and made sure everyone was comfortable and having a great time. If you're looking for a circle island tour that is both beautiful and educational, I highly recommend E Noa Tours. And if you get Big Jon as your guide, you're in for an incredible day. Mahalo for such a memorable experience Jon!
We had an amazing time on our tour of the island. We had Big Jon as our guide and he did not disappoint. He told us stories about the history of the island as well as made sure we were having a good experience on the tour. Jon was hands down the best tour guide we have ever had. Thanks Big Jon!
Had a wonderful time with Big Jon he was very informative and a lot of fun had a great time
Big John is amazing made our trip an awsome one! Definitely ask for Big John. He even went out of his way to find a disabled couple who were lost.
Amazing tour and very informative, Big John was super insightful and a great guide, overall great experience
big jon is very funny and very sweet to every individual person
Kimo was awesome!!! He had so much information and made the day really fun!
The guide was great and fun great guy love that guy uncle Turk
Turk was very informative and extremely friendly and nice
