--- title: Oahu Circle Island Tour with Byodo-In Temple Admission lang: en type: tour city: Oahu country: United States price: 144 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.57 reviews: 129 duration_minutes: 420 duration_max_minutes: 480 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 50 of 56 (Circle Island Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/oahu/tours/oahu-circle-island-tour-with-byodo-in-temple-admission/ --- # Oahu Circle Island Tour with Byodo-In Temple Admission In our comparison: #50 of 56 in Circle Island Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview This comprehensive Oahu Circle Island Tour allows you to experience the island’s most iconic sights in just one day. It is the perfect choice for first-time visitors and travelers with limited time who want to see the very best of Oahu without missing its highlights. With engaging narration from our professional guides, you will visit renowned landmarks such as Diamond Head Lookout, the scenic East Coast, Byodo-In Temple, the North Shore, famous beaches, and Dole Plantation. This single tour combines natural beauty, cultural sites, and coastal scenery, giving you a complete Oahu experience in one day. Round-trip transportation from Waikiki hotels and admission to Byodo-In Temple are included, allowing you to travel comfortably without the hassle of planning logistics. The tour departs from Waikiki and circles the island along the crystal-clear East Coast and North Shore, passing many important historical and cultural points along the way. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €144 per person - Duration: 7h–8h - Rating: 4.57/5 from 129 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Tournet Hawaii, Inc. - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.57 from 129 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 89% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 115 of 129. - 5 stars: 100 (78%) - 4 stars: 15 (12%) - 3 stars: 6 (5%) - 2 stars: 4 (3%) - 1 star: 4 (3%) ## What's included - Pick-up services from Waikiki - Bottled water - Air-conditioned Vehicle 15 or 25 passenger van/bus - Byodo-In Temple Admission ## Not included - Gratuities for the tour guide - Lunch ## Itinerary 1. **(Diamond Head Lookout, not crater) Diamond Head is a volcanic crater and was ...** (10m) - (Diamond Head Lookout, not crater) Diamond Head is a volcanic crater and was formed more than 300,000 years ago. It is now one of the most popular visitor attractions in Oahu. We will stop at the lookout on Diamond Head Beach Road for you to enjoy the scenery of the beach. 2. **Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve** (pass by, no stop) - Pass by - Famous for its beautiful natural landscape, Hanauma Bay Lookout is located on the southeast coast of Oahu Island. It is a cone-shaped volcanic bay, and a marine ecosystem full of coral reefs and fish thrive here. 3. **Halona Blowhole is a rock formation formed by lava flows that made natural ho...** (15m) - Halona Blowhole is a rock formation formed by lava flows that made natural holes in the rocks thousands of years ago. The rock formation shoots up the sea water into the air when the tide is strong and windy. Next to the Blowhole is the Eternity Beach, where From Here to... 4. **Sandy Beach Park** (15m) - Sandy Beach, also known as Breakneck Beach among locals, is a popular bodysurf spot. Big shorebreaks cause many injuries to inexperienced bodysurfers. This will be the first restroom stop. 5. **Byodo-in Temple** (25m) - As one of the hidden gems in Oahu, Byodo-In Temple was completed in 1968 to commemorate 100th anniversary of the first Japanese immigrant to Hawaii. It was built to replicate a Buddhist temple, Byōdō-in, in Japan. The temple is also featured in American drama LOST. 6. **Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet)** (20m) - Tropical Farm Macadamia Nut is located on the east coast of Oahu and is a great place to shop gifts and snacks. The outlet offers Kona Coffee and Macadamia Nut tasting stations. 7. **Kualoa Regional Park** (10m) - is a famous photo spot with a background of a small island called Mokoli’I. Mokoli’I, also known as Chinaman’s Hat to locals for its unique shape, is a basalt islet. You will have the opportunity to take photos of Koolau Mountain in the background. 8. **Kahuku** (45m) - (Subject to change depending on traffic and schedule) Hawaii's staple dish, Garlic Shrimp Plate is one of the must-try food items when visiting Hawaii. Lunch (North Shore): Casual outdoor dining at famous local food trucks (not a sit-down restaurant; at own expense). 9. **Sunset Beach** (pass by, no stop) - is one of the three hosting beaches for Triple Crown of Surfing, which takes place in December and January of every year. As a famous beach for great surfing location, Sunset Beach boasts big waves. 10. **Dole Plantation** (30m) - is one of Oahu's most popular tourist attractions and welcomes over a million visitors a year. There are many unique souvenir items in the gift shop. You can enjoy a variety of snacks, sweets, and beverages. Don’t forget to try a refreshing Pineapple ice cream! ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - No big luggage, Suit cases allowed on the van ## Compared with other Circle Island Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #50 of 56** | €144 | 7h–8h | 4.57 (129) | shared | | [Oahu Day Tour with Waterfalls Food Trucks and Lookout Points](/usa/oahu/tours/oahu-day-tour-with-waterfalls-food-trucks-and-lookout-points/?format=md) | €168 | 10h | 4.99 (1083) | shared | | [Oahu: Full or Half Day Grand Circle Island Tour](/usa/oahu/tours/oahu-full-or-half-day-grand-circle-island-tour/?format=md) | €91 | 6h 30m | 4.96 (19822) | shared | | [Oahu Majestic Circle Island Tour with Waimea Falls and Byodo Inn](/usa/oahu/tours/oahu-majestic-circle-island-tour-with-waimea-falls-and-byodo-inn/?format=md) | €169 | 9h | 4.94 (8346) | shared | Ranked #50 of 56 in Circle Island Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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