Enjoy an Amazing Island Adventure with Byodo-In Temple & Waimea Falls Waterfall. in Honolulu booking from $164.00

Enjoy an Amazing Island Adventure with Byodo-In Temple & Waimea Falls Waterfall.

Overview

2023 TRIPADVISOR TRAVELLERS CHOICE AWARD!

Looking for a small Intimate Group with Local Drivers that Includes Waimea Botanical Garden and Waterfall, Byodo-In Temple.
The walk through Botanical Garden is a 3/25 Mile Walk.
The walk into Waterfall is Natural and slightly Rocky.

Waimea Botanical Garden and Waterfall will be Closed on Mondays!!!

Enjoy an Amazing Circle Island Tour of the Island of Oahu that is guaranteed to deliver excitement and adventure unique individuals who will share Hawaiian history, trivia and teach a few local words. This tour will be laid back and just a full day of enjoying the Beautiful Island of Oahu.

Please be advised this Tour starts pick ups between 6:30am and 6:45am from Waikiki Hotels Only.
Enjoy Picture taking at some Breath taking Stops.
Take in the Island from the perspective of a local guide.

CRUISE SHIP GUESTS:
Anyone Embarking Late off of Cruise Ship's. This Tour will be condensed at Owners Discretion!

City: Honolulu

Thu 25 Dec

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Thu 25 Dec

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What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

Entrance Fee to Byodo-In Temple is Covered with Booking..

Entrance Fee into Waimea and Byodo-In Covered with Booking.

Additional Info

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
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Waikiki Beach

High-rise hotels line the shore in Waikiki, a vibrant neighborhood known for its popular surf beach. Designer fashion stores line Kalakaua Avenue and nearby streets, and the area buzzes after dark with waterside cocktail bars, fine dining and Kuhio Beach hula shows. Honolulu Zoo is home to Komodo dragons and wandering peacocks, while parrotfish and urchins inhabit Waikiki Aquarium’s reef exhibit.

Diamond Head State Monument

Home to the Emelia Earhart monument as well as Iconic Views of Oahu. We will Stop during Whale season to view the Whales passing by starting End of November thru March.

Halona Blowhole

Popular lookout point featuring panoramic views of the ocean, cliffs & neighboring islands. Halona Beach Cove (see more photos, view panorama) is a small pocket of sand located on the southeastern shore of Oahu. It was made popular in the movie From here to Eternity, filmed here in 1953, where it was a love scene of a couple (Burt Lancaster and Deborah Kerr). We will stop for Picture taking and expeditiously get in and out to stay in front of all other Companies and lots of other Guests.

Makapu‘U Point

Makapuʻu Point is the easternmost point on the Hawaiian island of Oʻahu, located in the Makapuʻu region. Twelve miles east of Honolulu, it is a popular hiking spot, offering great views of Makapuʻu and Waimanalo Bay on one side and the Ka ʻIwi Channel on the other side. Rabbit Island is an uninhabited islet located 0.75 mi off Kaupō Beach, near Makapuʻu at the eastern end of the island of Oʻahu in the Hawaiian Islands. In the Hawaiian language, mānana means "buoyant".

Waimanalo

Hawaii Treasure Shop for Amazing selection of delightful and beautiful designed jewelry along with unique souvenir's. Enjoy a restroom break while you enjoy some local Hawaiian hand made items as well as a Rest Room Break. *Possible Extra Stop for Malasadas "Time Permitting" This will be at Owners Discretion!

Byodo-In Temple

The Byodo-In Temple is located at the foot of the Ko'olau Mountains in Valley of the Temples Memorial Park. It was established on June 7, 1968, to commemorate the 100 year anniversary of the first Japanese immigrants to Hawaii. The Byodo-In Temple in O'ahu is a smaller-scale replica of the over 950-year-old Byodo-in Temple, a United Nations World Heritage Site in Uji, Japan. The Byodo-In Temple is a non-practicing Buddhist temple which welcomes people of all faiths to worship, meditate or simply appreciate its beauty.

Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet)

Located on the east coast of Oahu, 20 miles (32 kilometers) north of Honolulu, Tropical Farms Macadamia Nuts is set in the shadow of the mountains of the Koolau Range and is a stop on many circle-island tours. It’s a great place to enjoy a Hawaiian treat and shop for gifts and souvenirs. Rest Rooms Available.

Mokoli’i Island

Mokoliʻi, commonly known as Chinaman's Hat, is a basalt islet in Kāneʻohe Bay, Hawaii. Mokoliʻi is part of Kualoa Regional Park and located 1⁄3 mile offshore of Kualoa Point, Oahu. The 12.5-acre islet was at one time part of a basaltic ridge on Oahu before marine erosion separated it. We stop for Picture taking Only. We do not spend a lot of time at this Stop.

Waimea Waterfall

Closed on Mondays. You have 1 Hour to Swim and 45 Minutes for the walk through the World Famous Waimea Botanical Garden. Waimea Valley is an area of historic cultural significance on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii. The valley, being an important place in Hawaiian religion, includes several historical structures including stone terraces and walls constructed during the time of the Hawaiian monarchy. Also enjoy this picturesque waterfall in Waimea Valley drops into a pool surrounded by lush foliage. Swimming is allowed. Life Vests are supplied at no additional cost and are required to Swim. Entrance to Waimea is $20 per person for Adult. This 3/25 of a Mile walk is not for Everyone. Please consider taking the Golf Cart Ride which is an additional $20 Round Trip Per Person. The walk into the Waterfall is still natural and is very Rocky. Be Advised if you choose to bring Reef walking Shoes or Water Shoes it is entirely up to you. The Pacific Islanders walked Bare Foot.

Dole Plantation

Be Advised THis Tour will not have time to go Into the Maze or Ride the Train. Both take over 2 Hours. In 1899, James Dole, just 22 years old, moved to Honolulu from Massachusetts and purchased 64 acres of land in the central plains of Oahu. After trying several experimental crops, he settled on pineapple. This was the beginning of the pineapple empire. Dole created two canneries in Wahiawa and Honolulu Harbor and started advertising, resulting in nationwide consumer popularity. After bringing in automatic pineapple peelers, business boomed even greater. In 1950, a small fruit stand was created in Dole’s fields. A plantation-style home was erected in 1989 and turned into an archive and living museum, honoring the work and life of James Dole. Please understand you will not have time to ride the Train or get in the Maze. The lines are long and this stop is only for 30 minutes.

King Kamehameha Statue

A great warrior, diplomat and leader, King Kamehameha I united the Hawaiian Islands into one royal kingdom in 1810 after years of conflict. Kamehameha’s unification of Hawaii was significant not only because it was an incredible feat, but also because under separate rule, the islands may have been torn apart by competing western interests. Today, four commissioned statues stand to honor King Kamehameha I, Hawaii’s first king. The most recognized Kamehameha statue stands in front of Aliiolani Hale (home to the Hawaii State Supreme Court) across from Iolani Palace and a short walk from historic Kawaiahao Church and the State Capitol. Dedicated in 1883, this was actually the second statue created after the ship delivering the original statue from Europe was lost at sea near Cape Horn.

Iolani Palace

Iolani Palace is a living restoration of a proud Hawaiian national identity and is recognized as the spiritual and physical multicultural epicenter of Hawaii. Built in 1882 by King Kalakua, Iolani Palace was the home of Hawaii's last reigning monarchs and served as the official royal residence and the residence of the Kingdom's political and social life until the overthrow of the monarchy in 1893. Registered as a National Historic Landmark since 1962 and the only official royal residence in the United Stated.

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Cancellation Policy

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Reviews (232)

vikass

Apr 2022

This was a great tour, covered really good spots all over the island. We had enough stopping/waiting time at each spot to see the place, we were able to swim at one of the beaches. Our tour guide Captain Vince took all our pictures (which made things easy), he gave us a good history of Hawaii and taught some Hawaii words. He kept everyone involved, and my 11 yr old daughter not once asked for my phone :). He introduced us to good Hawaiian specialty food, and ensured we got a chance to taste it. Since the trip was on a Monday, we were put on the 'Awesome tour' as the Waimea waterfall was closed. However Captain Vince (even without us asking) reached out to us, and on our schedule took us to the Byod-in temple and Waimea waterfall - it was like a private tour. These were wonderful places to visit. I would highly recommend 1 Epic tour, you will see the island with all highlights, grow your Hawaiian knowledge and get entertained. And the cost is reasonable. I would definitely take tour with 1 Epic tours, next time we visit Oahu.

Response from Host

Apr 2022

Vikas. It was my pleasure hanging out with your Family for the day. What a day we had Touring and making up for the Waterfall being closed. Please do no hesitate if your Family ever returns to the Island and or has any further questions.

X9169SEkimberlyc

Apr 2022

1Epic tours takes pictures during the tour. Your family can enjoy the amazing scenery and not worry about taking pictures. This priceless feature chronicles your memories for you. Thank you Captain Vince!!!! MAHALO NUI LOA!!!!

Response from Host

Apr 2022

Kimberly, This Review is very touching. As I told the group this day it's the little things that mean so much. I am so thankful to have met the Family and I look forward in your return to Hawaii. Mahalo Nui Loa from the Captain.

PhyllisC539

Mar 2022

Captain Vince provided a magnificent tour of Oahu. My sisters and I spent seven days utilizing his services. He picked us up from airport, provided transportation for shopping, sailing, luau, touring, out for meals and back to airport. On the first island tour Shelley was our driver, she was our “Angel” that was sent to us by God to provide a beautiful, informative and “sister love” day. On our second tour , the Captain was our guide. He made frequent stops to take unforgettable pictures. His knowledge of the history of Hawiia was outstanding. His professionalism and wonderful personality made this bucket list vacation one I’ll always remember and cherish. The services provided were outstanding. You must call and reserve his services. 1 Epic Tours provided 10 Star Service!! Mahula Captain Vince and Shelley!!

Response from Host

Mar 2022

Ladies, We cannot keep saying enough great things about you all. On behalf of 1 Epic, Chelly and myself would like to send many Mahalo's. We are grateful for the memories that will last a lifetime. You all are now our Ohana. Mahalo Nui Loa, The Captain

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