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Oahu Majestic Circle Island Tour with Waimea Falls and Byodo-In
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E Noa Tours visits Byodo-In Temple and Waimea Valley on a guided Oahu loop by shared minibus. The 9-hour tour costs from $186.39 per adult. You start at 8 a.m. from selected Waikiki hotels. Departures run Tuesday to Sunday with date exceptions. Your lunch and both admissions are covered, though a waterfall swim isn't guaranteed.
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Oahu Majestic Circle Island Tour with Waimea Falls and Byodo-In at a glance
| Duration | 9 hours |
| Price | from $186.39 per adult |
| Main stops | Byodo-In Temple and Waimea Valley, with Dole Plantation later |
| Swim stop | Waimea Falls, subject to lifeguard permission and conditions |
| Group | Minibus, maximum 28 guests |
| Pickup | Selected Waikiki hotels |
| Departs | 8 a.m., Tuesday to Sunday, with date exceptions |
| Food | Lunch at Pounders or Tanaka Shrimp, depending on the day |
| Main trade-off | Variable departure dates and no guaranteed waterfall swim |
| Guide languages | English |
Read from the operator's listing on the booking page, October 30, 2026. The price is the tour's starting price in U.S. dollars, re-read every day, last on . Children pay less.
What's included
- Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off from Waikiki (selected hotels)
- Lunch, plus admission to Byodo-In Temple and Waimea Valley
What's not included
- Gratuities
- Snacks
- Souvenir purchases at stops
Options
Which option to book
One option covers your lunch and admission to both paid stops. The 8 a.m. departure runs Tuesday to Sunday with date exceptions.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Majestic Circle Island from Waikiki | 8 a.m., Tue to Sun |
The catch: The 8 a.m. departure isn't available every day, so your preferred date may need changing.
Route
How does the day work?
The minibus crosses to Pali and Byodo-In before lunch and the Waimea Valley walk, then finishes at Dole.
- 15 min
1. Nuuanu Pali Lookout
Your guide connects the windward views with the battle at the Pali. This is a lookout stop.
- 30 min
2. Byodo-In Temple
The temple sits beneath the Koolau Mountains. You have time on the grounds to see the koi ponds and bell.
- 20 min
3. Tropical Farms
Macadamia nuts and local snacks are the focus here. You can try cracking a nut at the farm outlet.
- 45 min
4. Pounders Restaurant
Pounders provides lunch beside the Hukilau Marketplace shops. Sunday meals move to Tanaka Shrimp.
- 30 min
5. Waimea Valley
Your guide joins the walk toward the waterfall. Swimming is optional and depends on conditions.
- 30 min
6. Dole Plantation
The drive passes Haleiwa and pineapple fields before Dole. You can buy a frozen pineapple dessert or browse the shop.
The route allocates 30 minutes each to the temple and Waimea, with 45 minutes for lunch. Dole has another 30 minutes. Your 9-hour day ends with the return to Waikiki.
Pickup and meeting point
- Hotel pickup: Selected Waikiki hotels have pickup. You need to be at your assigned stop 10 minutes before collection.
- Other hotels: Check your pickup with E Noa at least 24 hours ahead if your hotel isn't among the choices. Strollers and wheelchairs also need arranging directly.
- Walking and swimming: Comfortable walking shoes suit the valley visit. Swimwear and dry clothes are needed if you want to use the waterfall pool when it's open.
Before you book
- Waimea admission doesn't guarantee swimming. You can visit the valley even when lifeguards keep the waterfall pool closed.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
E Noa fits a first visit when you want the temple and valley admissions handled with lunch. The day takes 9 hours in a minibus capped at 28. Your guide joins the valley walk. It's still worth choosing if swimming isn't your main reason to go.
Go Tours' waterfall route gives you 90 minutes in Waimea with lunch bought separately, from $154 per adult. For help taking pictures, Oahu Photo Tours' waterfall day has a photographer guide and costs from $185 per adult.
Who it's not for
- Travelers whose only free day is Monday
- Anyone requiring a guaranteed waterfall swim
- Guests who need a private outing
Good to know
Know before you go
Child tickets cover ages 3 to 11. Infants through age 2 sit on an adult's lap, and every booking needs an adult traveling with the party.
Wear shoes suited to walking through the valley. A change of clothes belongs in your bag if you hope to use the waterfall pool.
Lifeguards decide whether the waterfall pool can open. Life jackets are required and supplied without charge, so swimming access remains separate from your paid admission.
Wheelchairs and strollers need arranging with E Noa before departure. The accessibility information doesn't remove the need to settle your particular boarding arrangements.
Cancellation at least 24 hours before departure brings a full refund. There's no refund for a later cancellation, even if your own travel plans change.
Your mobile ticket can cover a booking of 1 to 28 travelers. The minibus also has a 28-person maximum, so it remains a shared outing.
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Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
More time centered on Waimea
Oahu Circle Island Tour with Waimea Valley WaterfallGo Tours allocates 90 minutes to Waimea Valley within its coastal route. Admission is covered, from $154 per adult.
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Waterfall scenery with photo guidance
Oahu Day Tour with Waterfalls Food Trucks and Lookout PointsA photographer guide travels with up to 12 guests on this waterfall day. The tour costs from $185 per adult.
★ 5.0 · 1,099 reviews · from $185 per adult
Food stops without the valley walk
Oahu Circle Island Full Day Tour with Scenic Stops and Local FoodsIsland and You builds its route around tastings and an included shrimp lunch. You pay from $128 per adult.
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Questions
People also ask
- Is lunch included in E Noa's Majestic circle island tour?
Yes, lunch is included in the price from $186.39 per adult. The itinerary uses Pounders Restaurant, switching to Tanaka Shrimp on Sundays. Your temple and Waimea Valley admissions are covered too, while snacks and souvenirs remain separate purchases.
- Can you swim at Waimea Falls on E Noa's tour?
Only when the pool is open for swimming during your 30-minute Waimea stop. The visit also includes the walk with your guide. Pool closure doesn't remove the gardens from the visit, and admission alone doesn't override the lifeguard's decision.
- Does E Noa's Majestic tour run every day?
No, the 8 a.m. option runs Tuesday to Sunday with date exceptions. Your chosen day needs an available departure. Waimea also has holiday closures, including Thanksgiving and Christmas, which can affect the intended visit.
- Will E Noa pick up from any Waikiki hotel?
Pickup serves selected hotels, with arrival required 10 minutes before collection. If your hotel isn't offered, contact E Noa at least 24 hours ahead to settle a meeting location. The closest useful stop may be at another hotel.
- Do E Noa passengers need separate Byodo-In Temple tickets?
No, admission is part of your 9-hour tour. The same applies to Waimea Valley entry. You don't need to buy those admissions again for the scheduled visits, though purchases such as snacks aren't included.
Times and conditions as the booking page listed them on October 30, 2026; the price is re-read every day, last on . Booking happens on the booking page, at its price; a booking through the button earns this site a commission, and your price is the same.