Byodo Temple and Waimea Botanical Garden Tour

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Duration:8 hours (approx.)
Location: Honolulu, Oahu

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We have received the 2023 Trip Advisor Travelers Choice Award as "Best of The Best".
We are proud and excited to give you the best of Oahu. We provide a Transit Van or Shuttle to drive our guests around the island on a Circle Island Tour with a professional and licensed driver and guide.

Tours are all-day and consist of 8 to 9 hours of driving and sightseeing. Picture-taking and just soaking up the beauty of the island.

Visit top locations like Halona Blowhole, Byodo-In Japanese Temple, Macadamia Nut Farm, Chinaman's Hat, Stop at the Waimea Botanical Garden and Waterfall, and the Dole Plantation.

Please join us on this Epic Tour of Oahu.

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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".
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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.
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Please know this is Only if Time permitting we will stop expeditiously for the group to purchase a Hot Malasada from Leonard's Bakery. This is an early morning Stop and again only if the Owner deems enough time to do so. This Stop is not guaranteed!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Enjoy some North Shore fresh Shrimp from Tanaka Kahuku Shrimp Shack. Enjoy as there are several varieties to choose from with Garlic Butter standing ahead of the rest. The Shells are left on for better taste and not to dry out and will need to be peeled off before consuming. Plate Lunch is $18 and $20 Including a Drink. Cash Only!
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Venture through the World Famous Waimea Botanical Garden before reaching the Waimea Waterfall. 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 a Discounted Price of $20 per person for Adult with No Waiting in Lines. 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.
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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 to 45 minutes.
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Guests will have an option of the early Lunch which consists of Shrimp or a later Lunch which is at Pier 38. We will discuss with the entire group on the morning of the Tour.
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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 States.
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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.

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Posted By : L4441MHandreasp
Great way to see many awesome spots throughout the island! Justin was a great tour guide. Byodo-In Temple and the water falls were the highlights for sure
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Posted On : 2024-06-27 22:28:08

Posted By : lisamcg13
We have just returned to our Hotel after a wonderful day with Captain Vince.
This tour was FUN! Vince had us all twisting our tongues around pronunciation of Hawaiian words, towns, mountain ranges and more!
We tried macadamia coffee; pineapple dole (yum) & delectable maladadas (oh my 😋).
We visited the serene Byodo-In Japanese Temple (so beautiful) & swam in the waters at the base of the Waimea Waterfall in the spectacular Botanical Gardens.
Lastly, lunch at Nico’s .. definitely worth the local knowledge!!!
Thank you Captain Vince … we will definitely be recommending this to any of our friends heading to Oahu (Meeting Place … I remembered 😉)
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Posted On : 2024-06-04 22:58:19

Posted By : Thalandus_L
We really enjoyed this tour such an amazing experience. Takes you all the way around just beautiful. My favorite was the waterfall. Our driver and owner was very knowledgeable and friendly. You will not be disappointed on this tour. Wear comfortable shoes..,Thank you guys for making my trip memorable
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Posted On : 2024-05-01 23:56:42

Posted By : Dreamer66591042962
Justin showed us the most amazing day. It was definitely the highlight of our first visit to Hawaii. He was brilliant at keeping us ahead of the crowds and knowing just what we needed. Swimming in Waimea Falls was amazing! We really appreciated Justin's knowledge of Hawaiian culture and his passion in sharing what makes Hawaii so special, so unique. We highly recommend this tour experience.
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Posted On : 2024-04-19 02:05:15

Posted By : Cynthia_B
There seemed to be some things missing from the tour - no water was given out. Also we did not stop at the pastry location. We did not realize that this tour was actually a tour of the island as only two locations were listed. Should be more clearly described.
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Posted On : 2024-03-02 13:28:07

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