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Go Tours Hawaii

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“ Me and my husband took a tour to the pineapple farm tour with ROCKY and he was just the best tour guide ever! ” in 27 reviews

“ We had the most wonderful tour guide one could ever ask for, Kanamu , she shared her history, home island, and some about her family. ” in 10 reviews

“ I learned a lot on this tour and really enjoyed seeing many places around the island (I went on the Hidden Gems of Oahu tour ). ” in 8 reviews

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Romer Waikiki House

2500 Kalākaua Ave

Honolulu, HI 96815

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Rocky provided an exceptional tour experience in Oahu! His humor added a delightful touch to the journey, making the trip not only informative but also entertaining. His knowledge of the island and its attractions was impressive, and he ensured that everyone on the tour felt engaged and included. Rocky's passion for sharing the beauty of Oahu shone through, making it a memorable and enjoyable experience for all. I highly recommend Rocky as a tour guide for anyone visiting Oahu!

They were very welcoming and patient with everyone!!!! i definitely recommend this for island visitors any day of the week

Big shout outs to Rocky our tour guide driver! He was by far the most informative tour guide ever! I would definitely recommend Go Tours Hidden Gems Island Tour for any first timers to Hawaii like us. I was so happy they were able to accommodate my pregnant wife on this tour especially since this was going to be our last big vacation before she heads into labor. In addition to that we were very lucky to have front seats on the bus as it really added to the experience and gave us the best views! The package we opted for took us around to most of the main must-sees of the island of Oahu such as the Dole Pineapple Plantation, Byodo In Temple, Shrimp Farm, and many other famous sites. I believe they also offer a much more rigorous package as well that includes more activities like hiking up a mountain. But unfortunately we had to skip out on it this time since I didn't want to tire my wife out due to the state she's in with carrying the baby and all. Rocky's extensive experience in the touring and bus driving industry made us feel really comfortable throughout the whole tour. We were really impressed with his multitasking skills of being able to drive safely while trying to explain to us the backstory of each site at the same time as we were passing by. He was really knowledgeable and vested in the deep history of the island and we really appreciated his time for sharing it with us all. Most of all he kept us entertained throughout the whole ride by throwing in some humor and spoke about his life stories in relation to each site as well so that we wouldn't get bored or sleepy and not overloading us with just information. He's also got a really touching story about his family which he ended the tour with but I will not go into too much detail here since I don't want to spoil it. If you want to know, be sure to request for Rocky as your tour guide to find out!

We loved the sarcastic humor from our tour guide Colins. He was straight forward with what services and recommendations he could offer and was open to give local recommendations and conversations. I liked that shuttles were for smaller groups of 25. But that also meant no bathrooms in this shuttle. However our tour guide did mention all the stops that would have restrooms. The shuttle was older but was spacious. My favorite thing was he recommended these fried bananas that were SO good!! There's a long list of stops but most of them are either 10-30 minutes. This was a good starter tour to see the island, but you definitely need more time on some of the stops.

Ray was an excellent host, we had such a wonderful experience. This was my husband and I's first trip to Oahu and we truly enjoyed the tour. Ray was very kind, friendly, and informative all throughout the trip, I highly recommend this experience!

We recently did the "Circle Island Tour: Hidden Gems, Byodo-In Temple, & Turtle Spotting" and it was definitely a highlight of a trip! Lani was a GREAT tour guide - very friendly and knowledgeable. Loved how much there was to see on this tour: it was a full day! Lunch at Tanaka Kahuku Shrimp may have been one of the best meals I had on throughout our entire trip; I'd recommend the butter and garlic shrimp. The Mac Nut farm was amazing - best coffee we had. So glad we did this tour!

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We did the Hidden Gem tour and our guide was Rocky. He was amazing! Our son said he was the highlight of the tour. He is so knowledgeable and it felt like it was an uncle giving us a tour. He made the tour seem so personable. Definitely recommend Rocky and this tour company.

Rocky was an amazing guide that had great stories to share and fun facts. It was an amazing time and I'm extremely glad to have this experience. Rocky was kind enough to not rush us at all and was just the most amazing and respectful individual. I definitely recommend going in this tour, you will get great photos and many opportunities to get some nice souvenirs

Highly, HIGHLY recommend this tour!! Noah was an amazing tour guide and literally went above and beyond to make sure all of us were having a great time. He likes to speed up the process to make sure we're ahead of the line and don't have to wait on anything and squeezes in some extra places to see. He's very adaptable to what's going during the tour as it seems there was some sort of car accident that both the driver and Noah were able to avoid so we wouldn't be stuck in all the traffic. Kudos to them!!! They're also extremely informative on the island's history and makes sure we aren't overwhelmed with information. They also recommended some great places to eat around in Waikiki, which was super helpful!! This tour has EVERYTHING you want to visit in Oahu so if you don't want to drive, I highly recommend this place because you get to see everything in one day and more!!! Would definitely book again if we come back with some people new to Hawaii!!!

Gabriel was amazing asking questions about what we wanted to do. We went on a tour of Ohua with John best tour we could ask for. No Stress!

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Go Tours Hawaii - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)

Hawaii: Oahu, the Big Island & Maui

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You have up to 60 days to get a full refund

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Find paradise on Earth amid Hawaii’s natural and cultural splendor.

Cross the Pacific to discover a state unlike any other. From the pristine beaches to the towering volcanoes, Hawaii’s natural beauty is spellbinding. Set foot on the shores of Oahu to pay tribute to those lost in Pearl Harbor, sip local coffee near historic craters in Kona, and discover Maui’s colorful aquatic life.

Your tour package includes

• 9 nights in handpicked hotels
• 9 breakfasts
• 3 dinners with beer and wine

Included highlights

• Pearl Harbor
• Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
• Pu‘uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park
• Kona coffee tasting
• Halekala National Park

An expert specializing in tours of this region is here to help.

Day-by-day itinerary

Welcome to Hawaii! Arrive in Honolulu and transfer to your hotel in Waikiki.

Tonight, sit down to a welcome dinner with your group.

This morning, explore Polynesian culture and visit Pearl Harbor, the site of the surprise military attack that led to the United States’ entry to WWII.

• Stop by the Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum to learn about Hawaiian culture.
• View a short film on the site’s tragic history at the Pearl Harbor Memorial Theater.
• Take a short boat ride to the USS Arizona memorial site for a one-hour guided tour (weather permitting).

Head toward Oahu’s eastern shore for a guided sightseeing of the island.

• Stop at Nu‘uanu Pali, where Kamehameha I fought to conquer Oahu.
• Try to spot the island of Molokai in the distance from Makapu‘u Point.
• Pass by beautiful Hanauma Bay to see Halona Blowhole and the surrounding natural rock formations.
• Take in views of Diamond Head, the island’s towering volcanic ash cone.

Please note: The order of activities is subject to change. Due to dock damage and other on-site restrictions the boat taxi to the USS Arizona is not guaranteed.

Spend a free day on Oahu or add excursions.

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This morning, board your flight to Hilo, the largest city on the Big Island.

Then, join your Tour Director to explore the city.

• See Waianuenue Falls, a roaring waterfall where visitors can often spot a rainbow in the surrounding mist.
• Walk through Liliuokalani Park and Gardens to see the Japanese style architectural elements.
• View Coconut Island.
• Walk through the local marketplace where you’ll have free time to visit some of the shops.

Enjoy a free afternoon to explore Hilo.

En route to Kona, head south to discover some of the island’s most beautiful parks.

• Peer into the Kilauea Caldera, the island’s most active volcano and is said to be the home of Pele, the Hawaiian Goddess of Fire.
• Enjoy an included lunch at a local restaurant.
• Stop at Punalu‘u Beach to try to spot turtles sunning themselves on the black, sandy shores.
• Step into a local coffee shop for a tasting of the island’s famous coffee.
• Enter the Pu‘uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park, one of the most sacred heiau (places of worship) on the islands.

Spend a free day in Kona or add an excursion.

Sit down for an included dinner at an authentic Hawaiian luau this evening.

Kealakekua Catamaran Cruise & Snorkeling

From $185 per person

After a quick flight to Maui, transfer to Ka`anapali. Enjoy a free time for the rest of the day to explore the island at your leisure.

Please note: Depending on flight availability, the flight to Maui may take place in either the morning or afternoon.

Experience the culture and customs of Maui’s southeastern side.

• Stop at the Haleakalā National Park Visitor Center, located 9,740 feet above sea level, to view the impressive crater.
• Enjoy an included barbecue lunch.
• Visit a farm on the slopes of Haleakala, where the higher elevation allows for a wider variety of crops and spectacular views of Maui and the ocean.
• Sample fresh goat cheese and learn about it’s production.

Enjoy a full free day on Maui or add an excursion.

This evening, rejoin your group to celebrate your trip with a farewell dinner.

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Enjoy a free morning in Maui. Then, transfer to the airport for your flight home or continue your tour in Kauai.

Arrive home this morning.

Fly to Kauai this morning and settle in to your hotel.

Enjoy a free day to soak in the sun on Kauai's stunning beaches or explore the island at your leisure.

Learn the incredible natural history of Kauai, Hawaii’s oldest and greenest island.

• Visit Waimea Canyon, the “Grand Canyon of Hawaii,” and see its incredible valleys from multiple vantage points.
• Stop in the historic town of Koloa where commercial sugar production got its start before spreading to the other islands.
• View the Spouting Horn blowhole and enjoy an included lunch in Poipu.
• After an included lunch, head to Hanapepe Valley Lookout for incredible views the lush valley and dramatic mountains.

Enjoy a free morning in Kauai before transferring to the airport for your flight home.

Arrive home today.

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5 out of 5 stars

Ehitu is the best tour guide ever and highly recommended. Our group learn so much and he was very professional and helpful and available at all times.... Mahalo my friend for life.

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This beachside hotel is located in the heart of Honolulu. Guests enjoy the outdoor pool, on-site cafe and market, and fitness center. Nearby you'll fi...

This oceanfront hotel is located in quaint Hilo Town. Guests enjoy a freshwater pool, views of the Pacific, and on-site restaurant and lounge. Nearby,...

This beachfront hotel is located on Kamakahonu Beach on Kona. Guests enjoy the outdoor infinity pool, private balconies and beachside cabanas. Nearby ...

This tropical themed hotel is located overlooking Ka'anapali Beach on the island of Maui. Guests enjoy on-site water facilities, several on-site resta...

This oceanfront hotel is located in Kauai Wailua Bay in the town of Hana. Guests enjoy an outdoor pool, private beach access, and on-site restaurant. ...

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• Airport transfers at your destination
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• Options for arriving early, staying longer, or requesting an upgrade
• Flexible rebooking options if your tour itinerary changes
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• U.S. citizens need valid government-issued identification for air travel within the United States. If you plan to use a state-issued ID or driver's license on or after May 7, 2025, it will need to meet Real ID requirements. Real ID compliant versions of these IDs will have either a yellow or black star, white star inside a yellow or black circle, or a white star inside a bear in the top righthand corner. Please visit dhs.gov for more information.
• In order to enter the United States, Canadian citizens need a valid passport with an expiration date extending at least six months beyond the date of reentry.
• If you are not a U.S. or Canadian citizen, you must contact each destination country’s consulate for your specific entry requirements.
• You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to goaheadtours.com/entry-requirements and searching the code HAI.
• You will walk for about 1.5 hours daily across mostly even terrain, including paved roads and paths, with some hills and stairs.
• Travelers should be healthy enough to participate in all included walks without assistance. Adding optional excursions may increase the total amount of walking on your tour.
• You should feel comfortable managing your own baggage at times, as well as getting in and out of boats.
• Go Ahead Tours and the Tour Director who accompanies your group are unable to provide special, individual mobility assistance to travelers on tour. The responsibility of the Tour Director is to ensure the group as a whole enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing, individualized assistance to any one traveler.
• If you have any mobility concerns or physical restrictions, please contact our Customer Experience Team.
• Round-trip flights booked through Go Ahead Tours arrive in Honolulu, Hawaii and depart from Maui, Hawaii (or Kauai, Hawaii on the tour extension). A representative from Go Ahead Tours will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. Please remain in the arrival lounge, as the representative might be escorting one of your fellow travelers to the bus at the time of your arrival.
• Transfers to and from the airport at your destination are included for travelers who have purchased their flights through Go Ahead Tours. Travelers who purchase their own flights may request airport transfers with Go Ahead Tours for an additional cost.
• The airport transfers are shared and will make stops along the way. In addition, the roads on the Hawaiian islands are often congested due to traffic. Travelers should be prepared for longer transfers.
• Flights from Honolulu to Hilo and from Kona to Maui are included in the price of your tour. (The tour extension also includes a flight from Maui to Kauai.)
• All other included transportation on this tour is by private motor coach.
• Please note that our travelers are limited to one checked bag and one carry-on bag per person due to storage limitations on motor coaches and other transfers, which may include train connections or flights.
• Contact your airline(s) for baggage size and weight restrictions for your flights, which may include on-tour flights in addition to your round-trip flights to and from tour. Please note that your included on-tour flights may have more restrictive baggage limits.
• Some airlines may impose additional charges if you choose to check any baggage or exceed baggage size and weight restrictions. Be advised that you are responsible for any baggage fees incurred on all flights.
• Make sure you label your baggage and keep valuables, medication, and documents in your carry-on bag.
• We recommend packing lightweight, loose-fitting clothing that can be easily layered to accommodate varying temperatures, as well as a light jacket or rainwear.
• A sturdy pair of walking shoes or sneakers is recommended for sightseeing.
• You may want to pack dressier attire if you plan to visit a high-end restaurant or attend a special performance.
• At least 60 days prior to departure, check with your doctor or healthcare provider for the latest updates and entry requirements, or visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website at cdc.gov.
• Please be aware that you will be traveling to altitudes as high as 8,000 feet above sea level. These high altitudes can sometimes cause breathing difficulties for travelers who have heart problems or respiratory ailments. If you suffer from any of these conditions, please speak to your doctor regarding any potential health risks.
• During the summer months, take proper care with sun exposure and heat.
• If you have medication that you take daily, be sure you have enough for each day of the tour as well as any possible delays encountered.
• If you have dietary restrictions and/or food allergies please notify Go Ahead Tours at least 30 days prior to departure by logging in to your account and updating your traveler info. To update this information closer to your departure date, please call our Customer Experience Team.
• You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to goaheadtours.com/entry-requirements and searching the code HAI
• Hawaiian cuisine reflects the islands’ diverse history and population, combining influence from Polynesian voyagers, European explorers, American missionaries, and plantation workers from Asia. Taro, pineapple, coconut, macadamia nut, and fish are the islands’ most famous ingredients. Spam, which was brought over by GIs during World War II, also shows up on many menus. Popular dishes include chicken with rice, pulled pork, poi (mashed taro root), and ahi poke (raw ahi tuna).
• North America operates on 110-120 volts and uses Type A or B plugs with two flat pins or two flat pins and one round pin, respectively.
• The majority of the hotels on this tour will have air conditioning.
• Your hotels may provide hairdryers, irons, and other small appliances. However, these amenities cannot be guaranteed.
• Wi-Fi is available in most hotels, though some charges may apply.
• There is no Wi-Fi on any of the motor coaches.
• Please contact your mobile service provider for information on roaming charges.
• Hawaii is on Hawaiian-Aleutian Time (HAT), which is six hours behind Eastern Time (ET) and three hours behind Pacific Time (PT). Hawaii does not observe daylight saving time.
• From April through October, when it is noon in Hawaii, it is 6pm in New York City and 3pm in Los Angeles. From November through March, when it is noon in Hawaii, it is 5pm in New York City and 2pm in Los Angeles.
• You will use the U.S. dollar on tour.
• We strongly advise that you take debit/bank cards and credit cards, which can be used to withdraw cash at local banks as needed.
• You can use most debit/credit cards at ATMs on the international networks Cirrus and Plus, but make sure to check with your home bank about withdrawal fees.
• Inform your bank and credit card company of your travel plans so that they won’t confuse your international purchases for fraudulent charges.
• International banks and businesses primarily accept debit and credit cards that work with the EMV chip system. If you do not already have at least one debit or credit card with a chip in it, we strongly recommend requesting one from your bank prior to your tour.
• At the conclusion of your tour, it’s customary to offer your Tour Director and driver a gratuity in USD.
• We recommend tipping $10USD to $12USD per person per day for your Tour Director and $3USD per person per day for your driver.
• If applicable, we also recommend $2USD per local guide.
• Tips can only be paid in cash.
• Most optional excursions will be available for purchase while you are on tour.
• Your Tour Director will only accept cash (in USD only), Visa, or MasterCard as payment for excursions.
• Please be advised that if you pay for an excursion by credit card while on tour, it may take up to three months for your card to be charged.
• Some optional excursions may only be purchased in advance. See page four of your tour itinerary for more information. International travel is, by its very nature, unpredictable. We must therefore reserve the right to change this itinerary, without advance notice, to meet with local conditions at the time of travel. We appreciate your understanding. Please refer to our website for Terms & Conditions, dates, and prices.

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GOGO Hawaii Tours

307 Lewers St, Honolulu , Hawaii 96815 USA

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Love these guys for tours!!! Very knowledgable. I took the Manoa falls hike. The scenery was absolutely beautiful. The only reason I did not give them 5 stars was because they did not let us known... Read more

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We did a tour today that was really fun and informative. Brock was our tour guide and Mitch was the driver. We stopped at several scenic areas and learned the history of them at the same time.... Read more

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There are more federal lands and waters than you can explore in a lifetime.

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“Our job with Recreation.gov is to set people out to have the best experience they can, and when they know what to expect, they know how to prepare, they know what passes they might need, if their entry fees, if they need time, reservations, anything like that,” said Janelle Smith, who works for the U.S. Forest Service and Recreation.gov Public Affairs.

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Is Recreation.gov a real website?

Yes. Fourteen federal agencies , ranging from the National Park Service to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, use Recreation.gov as a “centralized travel planning and reservation platform,” according to the website.

“All of our federal agencies that participate in Recreation.gov share their data with us, even if it's not a reservable location,” said Smith. Travelers can use that data to find points of interest across the country. “Today, there are about 5,000 recreation areas and 121,000 individual sites available to reserve on Recreation.gov .”

Where is a good place to camp? 

To find highly rated campgrounds near you, use the map tool in the middle of the homepage or select the Camping & Lodging thumbnail near the top. Either can help you search Recreation.gov’s database of campgrounds and other accommodations, which you can narrow by rating as well as distance, price, availability, and even mobile coverage. You can click on each location to find additional details like rules, activities and nearby attractions.

You’ll need to create an account on the website to make a reservation.

“There's many reasons for that, the most important being those local managers, who manage the locations where you're going to visit, need to be able to communicate with you for things like maybe a fire emergency or flooding or anything that could impact your stay,” Smith explained.

How do I plan where to stop on a road trip? 

Recreation.gov's Trip Builder can help you find all sorts of scenic places to stop, whether for a picnic or a full park day. 

From the homepage, click on Plan Your Vacation with Trip Builder. From there, you can enter a starting point and destination and filter what you’d like to do along the way. Do you want to go hiking or snorkeling? Are you interested in historical and cultural sites or simply driving around and looking at scenery? You can indicate how far out of the way you’re willing to go for these destinations.

“I can set this buffer zone right here to, say, 50 miles outside of my route,” Smith said. “It will show me then all of the different recreation opportunities along that route … that I wouldn't have known about otherwise just driving along the road.”

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Sometimes. Most national parks do not require reservations for entry. Of those that do, most only require reservations for certain areas, during certain times, like summit sunrises at Haleakalā National Park in Hawaii. 

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