Grand Tour Around Island 16 Locations plus Snorkeling
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Grand Tour Around Island 16 Locations plus Snorkeling
By Nui Tours
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Ages 1-100, max of 50 per group
Duration: 8–10 hours
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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Highlights
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Pickup details
- During the booking process please select the name of your hotel or provide us with the address where you are staying. We will assign the exact or closest pickup location to you. If it is not the exact pickup location it's usually only a couple minutes walking distance from your hotel or place where you are staying. Sometimes we are not able to pick up the travelers at the exact meeting or pickup location ( for example your hotel ) because it can be difficult for the buses to access, illegal to stop or park or it is an unsafe location to load and unload travelers. Thank you for understanding.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 375182P1- Most travellers can participate
- Total Duration is 8-10 hours including the travel time
- It may be times when certain locations cannot be accessed due to weather conditions and other factors.
- We use different size of buses from 25-50 passanger . Price is always the same.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 375182P1
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- gracecQ7601OA0 contributionsUncle Rob is the man!!uncle rob is DOPE! full of love and laughter! appreciated his stories and genuine excitement throughout the entire journey! Uncle Rob was very knowledgeable and educated us thoroughly about Hawaii and the history of it. There were some ungrateful people that started the initial part of the tour that were unhappy with some things that were out of Uncle Rob’s control. He explained the same things to us and we had no problem. Due to these people not liking his answer they became bitter and impertinent. Their actions took away from my excitement of the tour but Uncle Rob was always polite even after these bitter people were outspoken to him about their displeasure. Uncle Rob reignited my excitement and made this tour a very educational and fun tour! 10/10 would do again!!Written March 27, 2025
- Sally R0 contributionsVery knowledgeable guideGuide was extremely knowledgeable and gave a comprehensive overview of areas visited and Hawaiian culture. Hiccup with tickets to Pearl Harbor but all worked outWritten March 27, 2025
- Rose H0 contributionsinsightful, informative, a great use of timeRob was an amazing tour guide, he shared a lot of valuable and insightful information. he has great expression when he talks which helps grasp the gravity of the information he is sharing. he has exceptional knowledge, insight and mana. we have thoroughly enjoyed our time with him and would recommend him to all people who askWritten March 23, 2025
- N7625FNcrystals0 contributionsGreat Pearl Harbor tour!This tour was great! Our group of family and friend did this tour on our vacation and we were all very pleased! Rob was an excellent tour guide! He knew the history of the island and was very passionate about everything he spoke about! I wound definitely recommend this tour!Written March 18, 2025
- L6770FJcodyb0 contributionsPearl harbor and city tourHad rob as our tour guide and he was very thorough. He mixed in a good dose of history with witty humor. Highly recommend taking his trip for anyone visiting Honolulu.Written March 18, 2025
- omarkE2738RT0 contributionsGreat tour with informed guideRobert was amazing !! He is very professional and passionate about Hawaiian culture, traditions and history. Enjoyable trip - highly recommended ! Great priceWritten March 18, 2025
- nicklQ4543UK0 contributionsShort but great tourPassionate and knowledgeable tour guide. Language and history lessons during tour. War knowledgeable about Perl and Japanese attack before entering memorial was helpful.Written March 13, 2025
- mitsys20250 contributionsNui tourStewie was an amazing driver! Cautions and efficient! Noah was an amazing tour guide. Very insightful and funny! They both made it a very unforgettable experience!Written March 9, 2025
- phoenixareatransport0 contributionsA Great time had by allThe experience was fantastic especially being a veteran. Me and my gorgeous girlfriend enjoyed taking pictures and experiencing history.Written March 9, 2025
- Getaway638728139000 contributionsAbsolutely wonderful!!!!Rob from Nui Tours is a top-notch guide!! He’s incredibly knowledgeable & his love & passion for the Hawaiian culture, people and language is infectious. We truly enjoyed learning about all the cultural history, landmarks of O’ahu, the Hawaiian language, traffic rules & more from him. I wish he could be a tour guide for ALL tours offered in this beautiful island. We learned more during this single tour with Rob than we did in one week even while taking many other tours. We also enjoyed Rob’s enthusiasm & his jokes & we love Hawai’i even more thanks to him. Mahalo Rob!! We highly recommend this tour & encourage anyone who truly wants to learn to request Rob as your tour guide! We can’t wait to be back!!Written March 2, 2025
- jhart8170 contributionsUnforgettable tourAbsolutely phenomenal experience with Robert as our Pearl Harbor and city tour guide! From the moment we met him, he treated everyone like Ohana, making us feel welcomed and valued. His deep knowledge of Hawaiian culture, history, and heritage was truly inspiring, and he shared it with such kindness, respect, and a peaceful spirit. Robert’s storytelling brought history to life, making every moment engaging and meaningful. His passion for sharing the past and preserving the culture was evident in every detail. And let’s not forget—he had the coolest shirt and proudly wore a beautiful, family-handmade necklace, adding even more authenticity to the experience. If you’re looking for a guide who is not only informative but also warm, thoughtful, and genuinely connected to the history of this special place, Robert is the one. Mahalo, Robert, for an unforgettable tour!Written February 23, 2025
- ryanlauraw0 contributionsPearl Harbor Tour w/RobPearl Harbor is a must see. Excellent tour guide Rob was very passionate about explaining his Hawaiian historical culture. I would highly recommend.Written February 23, 2025
- X4053DGbrandonc0 contributionsWell informed guideOur guide, rob, was very knowledgeable about the Hawaiian culture and shared a lot with us. Enthusiastically. He knows all the history from memory and taught what he could to us in our short time together.Written February 23, 2025
- zanek690 contributionsBest Day!Robert was an outstanding guide during our visit to the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor. His deep knowledge and respectful approach made the history come alive, sharing personal stories of those who served aboard the Arizona. Robert’s insightful explanations and engaging storytelling helped us fully appreciate the significance of the site. He was also attentive and answered all our questions, making the experience both educational and moving. Highly recommend Robert for anyone visiting Pearl Harbor!Written February 23, 2025
- Sightsee2890690 contributionsGreat Hawaiian Tour with RobertOur tour guide Robert was amazing! He was very informative and funny at the same time. He is a proud true Hawaiian! I recommend him for any of your tours.Written February 23, 2025
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Sightseer52549179361
1 contribution
Feb 2025 • Family
I’ve traveled to Hawaii several times, and this was by far one of the best tours I’ve experienced! Kathleen and Kapono made the 16-location Grand Island Tour an unforgettable highlight of our trip. Kathleen was incredibly proactive, organized, and communicative from booking through the end of the tour, making everything seamless and stress-free.
The itinerary was well-paced, allowing us to truly soak in the beauty of each stop. The snorkeling experience was fantastic, with all the gear provided, making it so easy to enjoy the crystal-clear waters and marine life. The tour was informative, fun, and full of great energy—Kathleen kept us engaged with her knowledge, humor, and storytelling.
Kapono, our driver, was also fantastic! While he mostly focused on getting us safely from place to place, he chimed in with insights along the way and added a great vibe to the experience. What made this tour even more special was witnessing his incredible artistry—watching him paint in between stops was such a unique touch that added to the cultural richness of the day.
On top of all that, the tour was extremely affordable compared to others I’ve taken in Hawaii, yet the experience was top-notch. If you’re looking for a well-rounded, beautiful, and unforgettable way to explore Oahu, I highly recommend booking with Kathleen and Kapono. I will definitely be booking with them again on my next trip!
Mahalo for an incredible day! 🌺🏝️
The itinerary was well-paced, allowing us to truly soak in the beauty of each stop. The snorkeling experience was fantastic, with all the gear provided, making it so easy to enjoy the crystal-clear waters and marine life. The tour was informative, fun, and full of great energy—Kathleen kept us engaged with her knowledge, humor, and storytelling.
Kapono, our driver, was also fantastic! While he mostly focused on getting us safely from place to place, he chimed in with insights along the way and added a great vibe to the experience. What made this tour even more special was witnessing his incredible artistry—watching him paint in between stops was such a unique touch that added to the cultural richness of the day.
On top of all that, the tour was extremely affordable compared to others I’ve taken in Hawaii, yet the experience was top-notch. If you’re looking for a well-rounded, beautiful, and unforgettable way to explore Oahu, I highly recommend booking with Kathleen and Kapono. I will definitely be booking with them again on my next trip!
Mahalo for an incredible day! 🌺🏝️
Written February 22, 2025
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Eydie C
1 contribution
Feb 2025 • Family
I took my 13 year old son along for a tour around the island. Aka was amazing!! Kapono was a great driver! Hands down the best thing I have done so far on my trip! Aka was so sincere and genuine in sharing his personal stories it was very moving to me. I would recommend Aka and Kapono to anyone wanting a wonderful authentic Hawaiian tour and experience.
My friend is coming to Hawaii next month and I will tell her to request Aka!
My friend is coming to Hawaii next month and I will tell her to request Aka!
Written February 5, 2025
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subhan a
1 contribution
Jan 2025 • Family
I would give 5 stars after searching for the package at a reasonable price for the family of 3 this one was the best great driver and a knowledgeable guide we almost covered everything and almost stopped every where i would definitely recommend this to all family out there
Guide kathleen
Driver Neil
Guide kathleen
Driver Neil
Written January 18, 2025
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D. J. Smith
San Diego, CA2 contributions
Jan 2025 • Friends
The tour took 11-1/2 hours and was somewhat disappointing because the only place we were able to snorkel was at Ritz Carlton hotel and since we weren't guests of hotel, no chairs to sit on. (rocks and tree branches were available). The water was not that clear and fish were sparse. There were beautiful beaches that we viewed and had time to take plenty of pictures at some of the more popular sites. Not mentioned in our itinerary was a stop at a Buddhist temple that you had to pay $7 to go into, many of us stayed on bus or walked around outside. Our tour guide was young and talked the entire bus ride, mainly about Hawaiian customs. However, he was late coming back to the bus repeatedly which made us lose 5-10 min on multiple stops, and when we weren't waiting for him, we were waiting for other tourists. The bus driver was EXCELLENT and I felt sorry for him that he had to go find the tour guide, or stand around waiting for people. Maybe they should warn people that they will be left if they are more than 10 minutes left. I was told we were going to see coffee plants, but never did, it was only a stop to taste coffee and to buy it. Their restroom was filled with spider webs in doorways and ceiling, spiders were abundant. Same thing at macadamia farm, tour guide said he would show us macadamia trees, he didn't, just disappeared as usual. The benefit to this tour was seeing the entire outside perimeter of the island and able to view some of the most popular sites. If I had not had a discounted admission through Groupon, I would have been more disappointed.
Written February 4, 2025
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TG
Los Angeles, CA1 contribution
The worst experience we've ever had with this company—completely unprofessional, irresponsible, and deceptive.
My husband and I visited Waikīkī for vacation and to meet with our clients. Since it was our first time there, we decided to try some activities.
We purchased tickets for the Grand Tour from Alex, but we couldn’t make it and asked to switch to another activity. They didn’t have anything available for the dates we needed, so Alex offered us a hiking tour for $200. However, we realized we could just take an Uber and pay $60 for a round trip.
I asked if I could get a refund. Alex assured me he would issue a refund—he didn’t say no or mention anything about the tickets being non-refundable. We had paid $100 in cash, and I even offered to let him keep $50 for the time he spent with us and the inconvenience. He agreed to send the remaining $50 back.
Guess what? It’s been almost two weeks, and he still hasn’t refunded it. He keeps making excuses, saying his check came late or that he doesn’t have money. It’s ridiculous.
This isn’t about the money—it’s about the lack of honesty and poor customer service. We run an LA-based event company and work with clients daily, so we know the value of professionalism and integrity. We absolutely do not recommend this company. They are unprofessional and deceptive.
If you’re looking for a fun, enjoyable experience, we highly recommend booking with Go Tour Hawaii. They provide excellent customer service, and we truly enjoyed our experience with them.
My husband and I visited Waikīkī for vacation and to meet with our clients. Since it was our first time there, we decided to try some activities.
We purchased tickets for the Grand Tour from Alex, but we couldn’t make it and asked to switch to another activity. They didn’t have anything available for the dates we needed, so Alex offered us a hiking tour for $200. However, we realized we could just take an Uber and pay $60 for a round trip.
I asked if I could get a refund. Alex assured me he would issue a refund—he didn’t say no or mention anything about the tickets being non-refundable. We had paid $100 in cash, and I even offered to let him keep $50 for the time he spent with us and the inconvenience. He agreed to send the remaining $50 back.
Guess what? It’s been almost two weeks, and he still hasn’t refunded it. He keeps making excuses, saying his check came late or that he doesn’t have money. It’s ridiculous.
This isn’t about the money—it’s about the lack of honesty and poor customer service. We run an LA-based event company and work with clients daily, so we know the value of professionalism and integrity. We absolutely do not recommend this company. They are unprofessional and deceptive.
If you’re looking for a fun, enjoyable experience, we highly recommend booking with Go Tour Hawaii. They provide excellent customer service, and we truly enjoyed our experience with them.
Written January 16, 2025
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Sukhminder S
Auckland Central, New Zealand1 contribution
We had an incredible experience with Nui Tours on their 16-destination tour from Waikiki, exploring the beautiful sights around the island. Our guide, Noah, was absolutely fantastic! He was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the entire trip both fun and informative.
Noah shared fascinating history and local insights at each stop, ensuring we got the best experience at every destination. He kept the group engaged and even gave us great recommendations for food and hidden gems along the way. The tour was well-paced, allowing us enough time to take in the breathtaking views, snap photos, and truly appreciate the beauty of Hawaii.
If you’re looking for a top-notch tour with a guide who genuinely cares about making your trip special, I highly recommend Nui Tours and Noah. This was the perfect way to explore the island, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
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Noah shared fascinating history and local insights at each stop, ensuring we got the best experience at every destination. He kept the group engaged and even gave us great recommendations for food and hidden gems along the way. The tour was well-paced, allowing us enough time to take in the breathtaking views, snap photos, and truly appreciate the beauty of Hawaii.
If you’re looking for a top-notch tour with a guide who genuinely cares about making your trip special, I highly recommend Nui Tours and Noah. This was the perfect way to explore the island, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
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Written February 13, 2025
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jannet c
1 contribution
Jan 2025 • Family
It was a privilege to take a tour with Aka and King Mike. King Mike is a chill driver who took us from place to place reminding us where cross walks were to make sure everyone was safe. Aka was an incredible tour guide who really made every person on the bus feel like family. His personal stories and willingness to share his culture with had us laughing, crying and learning about the island. Would 1000% recommend to anyone who wants to learn about local culture and gain a deeper respect for this land and the people who live here. There is plenty of restroom stops so elderly and young children don’t struggle. They also provide a lot of water and enough time to chance into your swim clothes. I’d recommend having breakfast before you leave as the snack included is chips. Definitely book and Don’t forget to tip your tour guide!
Written January 21, 2025
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Jenny G
1 contribution
Mar 2024 • Family
Aka was absolutely delightful as a tour guide. His storytelling was rich in culture and beauty of his life experiences. His voice beautiful, his kindness palpable, and he really talked of the importance of learning about one another! The tour itself was perfect for our family’s first trip to Oahu. Victor was our driver and was the quiet hero of the trip, getting us safely to each destination with his masterful driving skills! I would highly recommend this tour for families if you are looking for a budget friendly way to explore the island where all the little details are taken care of for you!
Written March 25, 2024
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FLSTC08
Owatonna, MN398 contributions
I gave this review a 4 instead of a 5 because of the office not the guide and tour.
We were notified multiple times that pick-up would be at 7am at a hotel 2 blocks away. If we were st all late we would miss the tour.
We made sure to arrive 15 min early just to make sure that we did not miss the bus. At 10 min late someone texted at 20 min late I texted at 25 minutes late, they show up.
The very least they could have done was to notify us they were running late....very frustrating and unprofessional.
Now for the tour:
Aka was an awesome host and communicated very well. Being native he spoke from the heart and with a huge wealth of knowledge and love of sharing his culture and life.
I only wish there were more like him.
Our driver Mr. Wang, never said much, but was very polite and drove the bus well through a lot of conditions.
Very well done gentlemen, I enjoyed the tour and received a great understanding of the island generally......now to explore on our own.
We were notified multiple times that pick-up would be at 7am at a hotel 2 blocks away. If we were st all late we would miss the tour.
We made sure to arrive 15 min early just to make sure that we did not miss the bus. At 10 min late someone texted at 20 min late I texted at 25 minutes late, they show up.
The very least they could have done was to notify us they were running late....very frustrating and unprofessional.
Now for the tour:
Aka was an awesome host and communicated very well. Being native he spoke from the heart and with a huge wealth of knowledge and love of sharing his culture and life.
I only wish there were more like him.
Our driver Mr. Wang, never said much, but was very polite and drove the bus well through a lot of conditions.
Very well done gentlemen, I enjoyed the tour and received a great understanding of the island generally......now to explore on our own.
Written January 31, 2024
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CTHou
Houston, TX110 contributions
Jul 2024 • Solo
First, the bus was late because somebody “forgot“ to get gas the night before. That put the bus more than 30 minutes late, which put us behind schedule all day. The first stop, Diamondhead crater Park, we never stopped because the bus was late. Next the tour company screwed up the family reservation of 17. They were supposed to be on their own bus, but at the last minute, they forced them onto the bigger bus with the rest of the people and broke up the family. It was a lot of chaos trying to get them settled. People had to move buses and alternate their seats and the family didn’t get to sit together Despite the company telling them, they can have a private charter for their large family of 17. Next, the narrator should focus on the historical facts. I did not get on the bus to get a lesson in God or the benefits of vegan or vegetarian or not eating octopus or the benefits of lab manufactured meat. The young man should keep these opinions to himself, keeping me captive on the bus and preaching to me about your religion Or food beliefs during the trip is not something that I particularly enjoyed, the fact that he did know about Hawaii interesting but please tell him to keep his personal opinions to himself. Qualifying these comments with this is just my opinion and I’m not trying to influence you doesn’t give you the right to say them out loud. Some of the stops were a little chaotic because we were running late. We felt very rushed and barely had time to enjoy some of the spots at all. Leslee, the tour guide should be aware of his microphone being on when having private conversations with people about their finances or their bathroom habits. It was quite embarrassing for some and extremely unprofessional.
I think the concept of the tour is good. Just the company needs to get it together. Start on time, fill up your vehicle with gas the night before, honor your commitments and keep your personal food preferences and beliefs, and God views to yourself.
I think the concept of the tour is good. Just the company needs to get it together. Start on time, fill up your vehicle with gas the night before, honor your commitments and keep your personal food preferences and beliefs, and God views to yourself.
Written July 6, 2024
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Correction for my earlier answer. It’s shrimp not chicken. Apologies.
Written March 24, 2025
Can they pick up us from the Pride of America cruise terminal and take us back to the airport after the tour?
Written January 7, 2025
Is this a boat or a bus tour? I am searching for boat tours and this comes up but I see bus in the description and there is no mentioning of the main vehicle of the tour. I’m confused.
Written January 5, 2025
Hi, I am trying to book for Jan 2025 but it seems dates are not open yet. When will I be able to book for Jan 2025? I went to the Nui Tours website directly, but I can't even see this option including snorkelling listed. Pls help!
Written October 20, 2024
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