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Beat the crowds and seize the day — this is the ultimate first-day tour of Oahu. Our Sunrise Circle Island Tour isn’t just for photographers — it’s for anyone who wants to experience Oahu before the traffic and tour buses roll in. Whether you’re using a phone or a camera, you’ll capture epic views and explore sacred sites, scenic lookouts, and local gems. Start with a breathtaking sunrise on the Windward coast, then circle the island with stops at dramatic cliffs, Buddhist temples, surf towns, and peaceful beaches. You’ll end the day searching for turtles or watching surfers tackle monster waves at Banzai Pipeline. This tour isn’t just sightseeing — it’s a deep, unforgettable connection with the island.
Watch the Sunrise from Sandy Beach. A great vantage point for the Halona Blow and the sun lighting up the morning sky.
Capture photo of this landscape on the high cliffs overlooking the bay. Ask your guide to point out turtles and whales when here.
Photograph majestic mountains not seen by many travelers. We found a great spot to stand in awe while viewing the cliffs of the Ko'olaus.
Sit down and enjoy a local spot for coffee and the best breakfast burrito in town at this 85-year-old market.
Our treat to you. A delicious Malasada from Leonards.
A wonderful place that you should not miss while on Oahu. Built to commemorate the first Japanese immigrates to Hawaii, you will be able to photograph this template with its amazing backdrop.
Check out Chinamans Hat. This island has been used in countless films. Ask your guide to snap a photo of you wearing the hat. It's hilarious!
Grab a locally grown snack. Pineapples, Mango, Coconut and of course the Banana Lupia are must try at this side road stop on the North Shore.
A secret bay with the largest Banyan tree on Oahu. Play Tarzan on the vines of this magnificent tree.
Watch the most dangerous wave in the world and photograph the surfers risking their lives trying to tame this beast.
We will drive by this location to admire the cove.
We will stop in this historic town and allow you to explore the art shops, food trucks, and surf shops.
Let's find some turtles!!! This is where we will have the greatest chance to find turtles without the big crowds.
You must contact us to verify your pickup time and location. We only pick up at certain hotels in Waikiki.
First Day Must: Oahu Sunrise & Circle Island Adventure lasts about 10 hours. The itinerary has 13 stops.
Prices start at $175 per person for this Oahu experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. You must contact us to verify your pickup time and location. We only pick up at certain hotels in Waikiki. Pickup points include MEET_AT_DEPARTURE_POINT, CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyN4CLHlonhARZJYOddNfrg0=.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 7 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Chris was our guide today. He gave us a fabulous tour, he exceptionally knows the area. He has a great sense of humor. We had many laughs today. Chris is a very good driver. Would definitely ask for him to give us a tour again. Chris needs a surprise increase in pay!
What an amazing experience!! Cant say enough about this tour. Chris was absolutely awesome, knowledgeable, friendly and ensured we had the best tour possible. Highly recommend this! Certainly an amazing start to the trip!
We had a great experience in this tour with Chris! He was very friendly and showed us some great spots :) He also shared lots of interesting information about the island throughout the tour and was always happy to answer questions. We had time to actually enjoy the different stops rather than simply driving past them, so this was a great plus. It was a fantastic way to see so much of Oahu in one day, especially places we probably wouldn’t have discovered on our own. Highly recommended!
Highly recommended tour! Andrés was a formidable guide, very friendly, attentive, and with excellent knowledge. He gave us enough time at all the stops, space, and took beautiful photos of us. Mahalo, it has been an unforgettable day
Qué alegría leer esto. Andrew se va a poner muy contento al saber que le pareció atento y que supo darles tiempo y espacio en cada parada. Las fotos son parte importante del día, así que nos encanta que se lleven unas bonitas de recuerdo. Gracias por acompañarnos desde Madrid. Mahalo!
Very fun and informative trip around the island. Andrew is hilarious and his smartphone photography tips and tricks makes the early meetup time worth it. Would absolutely recommend
That sunrise meetup time is the one thing we apologize for, so thank you for saying it was worth it. Andrew has a way of making the early start feel like a good decision by about the second stop. Glad the tips worked for phones and real cameras alike. Mahalo!
Andrew was a awesome guide.We had a fantastic time with him and the other people on the tour.
A good group makes a good day, and it sounds like yours came together nicely. Andrew is a big part of that, he is good at getting strangers talking to each other by the first lookout. Thanks for making the trip down from Kirkland. Mahalo!
Chris is amazing and very engaging, many stops through the island, the Japanese temple and views for sunrise are all particularly great
Byodo In at that hour is one of the quietest, prettiest stops we do, so we are glad it landed for you. Chris has a real talent for keeping a group engaged before the sun is even up. Thank you for coming out with us. Mahalo!
Andrew was beyond amazing. He was so knowledgeable and gave great photo hints. He made the day super enjoyable, even with unforeseen traffic on the way home.
H1 traffic is the one thing we cannot schedule around, so thank you for being gracious about it. Andrew is good at keeping the mood up even when the road is not cooperating. Glad the photo hints made it home with you. Mahalo!
This was a great tour!! We really enjoyed all the stops and all the explanations from Andrew. It felt very personal and really like we were driven by a local help.
Feeling like you were shown around by a local rather than processed through a tour is exactly the goal here. Andrew keeps the groups small on purpose so it can stay that personal. Thank you for spending the morning with us. Mahalo!
Wonderful day Andrew really made it an adventure and very fun.
Turning a sunrise start into an actual adventure is Andrew's particular talent, especially when everyone is still half awake at pickup. Thank you for the kind words about him. Mahalo for starting your trip with us!
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Day Must: Oahu Sunrise & Circle Island Adventure | 10 hours | 5.0 (374) | $175 | |
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