Private Customizable Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour from Waikiki
Overview
This activity stands out for its complete flexibility and personalization—you get to design your own itinerary on a private tour that lets you experience Oahu exactly as you’d like. Unlike group tours, you have the freedom to explore each location at your own pace, linger at favorite spots, skip others, and enjoy more time with local flavors and sights that captivate you. With recommendations from a knowledgeable guide, you get insider tips while shaping the adventure, from iconic beaches and natural landmarks to hidden gems and authentic food stops. This tour isn’t just a sightseeing trip; it’s a fully customized journey that immerses you in the best of Oahu on your own terms.
What's Included
- Tour stops, order, and duration are customizable – Go where you want and stay as long as you like
- Pick-up and drop-off service in Waikiki Area is included
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Private tour in modern, air-conditioned buses with comfortable seating and huge anti-glare windows
- Engaging narration from a local guide, sharing stories and insights throughout your tour.
- Towels not included (guests should bring their own)
- Meals are at your own expense
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
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Diamond Head Crater
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Halona Blowhole
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sandy Beach Park
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Makapu'u Beach (pass by)
Kualoa Regional Park
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tanaka Kahuku Shrimp
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Turtle Bay Beach (pass by)
Sunset Beach (pass by)
Banzai Pipeline (pass by)
Waimea Bay (pass by)
Puaʻena Point Beach Park
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Haleiwa
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Dole Plantation
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Green World Coffee Farms
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- If you enjoy your tour tipping your guide in cash is always appreciated
- Bring your own towels
- Bring cash for roadside stands, food trucks, and local shops—many are cash-only
- Meals are at your own expense
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Customizable Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour from Waikiki?
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (HST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Tour stops, order, and duration are customizable – Go where you want and stay as long as you like.
- Pick-up and drop-off service in Waikiki Area is included.
- Use of Snorkelling equipment.
- Private tour in modern, air-conditioned buses with comfortable seating and huge anti-glare windows.
- Engaging narration from a local guide, sharing stories and insights throughout your tour.
- Towels not included (guests should bring their own).
- Meals are at your own expense.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Customizable Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour from Waikiki is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Customizable Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour from Waikiki will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tour stops, order, and duration are customizable – Go where you want and stay as long as you like
- Pick-up and drop-off service in Waikiki Area is included
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Private tour in modern, air-conditioned buses with comfortable seating and huge anti-glare windows
- Engaging narration from a local guide, sharing stories and insights throughout your tour.
- Towels not included (guests should bring their own)
- Meals are at your own expense
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- If you enjoy your tour tipping your guide in cash is always appreciated
- Bring your own towels
- Bring cash for roadside stands, food trucks, and local shops—many are cash-only
- Meals are at your own expense
