10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Kaneohe That You Shouldn't Miss

March 8, 2022 Alice Mieles

Kāneʻohe is a census-designated place (CDP) included in the City and County of Honolulu and located in Hawaiʻi state District of Koʻolaupoko on the island of Oʻahu. In the Hawaiian language, kāne ʻohe means "bamboo man". According to an ancient Hawaiian story a local woman compared her husband's cruelty to the sharp edge of cutting bamboo; thus the place was named Kāneʻohe or "Bamboo man". The population was 34,597 at the 2010 census. Kāneʻohe is the largest of several communities along Kāneʻohe Bay and one of the two largest residential communities on the windward side of Oʻahu (the other is Kailua). The commercial center of the town is spread mostly along Kamehameha Highway.
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1. Spiritual Hawaiian Culture Tour from Honolulu

Spiritual Tours Hawaii
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This 6-hour excursion immerses you in the rich traditional ancient Hawaiian and Polynesian cultural practices and exposes you to the mana, or divine energy, of the land. On this soul-enriching experience, you will visit Hawai’I’s most spiritual and culturally significant sites (up to 4) like Mapaku’u Point Lookout overlooking the Healing Tide Pools, the Ulupo Heiau State Historic Site, and Byodo-In Temple (in Valley of the Temples Memorial Park). Surrounded by the island’s dramatic beauty, you will learn and experience for yourself why Hawai’I is a special place for deep spiritual connection. There is no other tour like this one. Price includes pick-up-drop-off from your designated location, a welcome lei, bottled water, locally grown organic fruit, and a small gift from the kumu/kahu leading your tour.

Inclusions: Light refreshments, Snacks, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, All activities, Small-group tours, Hotel pickup and drop-off in the Honolulu metropolitan area, Transport by air conditioned Mercedes mini van, Lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities, Additional $100 fuel surcharge for pick up/drop off from outside of the Honolulu metropolitan area

Reviewed By W8143XUmichelles

Her guide I can’t remember her name but she was originally from Romania was wonderful. She gave us a great tour.

2. Oahu Off-the-Beaten-Path Sacred Sites Small-Group Tour from Honolulu

Spiritual Tours Hawaii
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A half day off the beaten path of Oahu, discovering ancient Hawaiian sacred grounds, history and culture of Polynesia through the eyes of a local, knowledgeable guide who will offer you a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle and a service filled with Aloha! You"ll visit 5-6 historical. spiritual and sacred sites of the south, central and east side of Oahu

Inclusions: Bottled water, Driver/guide, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Fuel surcharge, Landing and facility fees

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By W8143XUmichelles

Her guide I can’t remember her name but she was originally from Romania was wonderful. She gave us a great tour.

3. Private South Shore of Oahu Tour

The Real Hawai'i
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The South Shore Tour takes you on a circle island adventure.  We will show you many beautiful scenic lookouts, cultural/historical sites.  Our tour guides are knowledgeable and friendly and will help you make the most of your day.  Come join the adventure and see the real Hawai'i.

Inclusions: Local guide, Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off, Private tour, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch, DVD (available to purchase), Gratuities

Reviewed By Mstaichi05

This was an awesome tour. Our driver Shannon, was so knowledgeable and interesting! And a great sense of humor too! He let us customize our tour and we had some amazing Hawaiian food and treats! We would highly recommend this tour to anyone that wants to learn the history of the island and get a real feel for the Hawaiian life! Thank you Shannon!

4. Your Private Mix Plate (Combination) Tours

Oahu, Oahu, Hawaii Halia Tours and Transportation
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Combine any route or tour into one incredible, unforgettable day.  Visit Pearl Harbor then head up to the North Shore, or even cruise around the Ko`olau Mountain Range on a Circle Island Tour after seeing the memorial.  Your Private Tours insure you have the best experience possible, and that you see as much as you can on your vacation.  Come see why the combination, or "Mix-Plate," is everybodyʻs favorite!

Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Private tour, Lifeguard Certified Guide

Exclusions: Food & Drinks, Admission, Equipment Rental Fees, Not available for guests with check-in luggage. Guests with check in luggage must book Your Private First/Last Day Tours., City and County Beach Parks are not available on Sundays or Public Holidays

Reviewed By seaturtle2020

We recently toured with Michael on the North Shore half day tour. Michael was very knowledgeable about the area and added to our list of things to do. We traveled with elderly parent who had limited endurance and was able to combine there needs with our request for some snorkeling and waterfall swimming. Thanks Michael for the wonderful trip, my parents were very happy with the tour!!!

5. Private Oahu Circle Island Tour

The Real Hawai'i
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We love sharing the beautiful island of Oahu with others. Each of our guides are local and passionate about the island and eager to share what they know. Every tour is private and we allow some flexibility with our route. We will help you take some amazing photos and do our best to ensure that you have a wonderful and stress free day as we drive around this tropical paradise.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By Mstaichi05

This was an awesome tour. Our driver Shannon, was so knowledgeable and interesting! And a great sense of humor too! He let us customize our tour and we had some amazing Hawaiian food and treats! We would highly recommend this tour to anyone that wants to learn the history of the island and get a real feel for the Hawaiian life! Thank you Shannon!

6. Oahu Personalized Private Tour

Spiritual Tours Hawaii
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Our small group 6 to 8 hour long Private tour ( up to 7 ppl in a luxury vehicle ) is designed to immerse you in surroundings so you can feel a unique connection to a specific place and its particular importance hereon the island of Oahu. We designed this itinerary to deliver a unique experience for each individual taking this tour and we will personalize the places according to the particular interest and passion: Nature, wild life, history, Polynesian heritage, culture of Hawaii and etc.  Our vehicles fit up to 7 passengers but if your group is larger, a second vehicle can be booked as well as part of the same group.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned Mercedes minivan, Snacks, Local guide and/or Tour escort/host, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch, Video & Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Reviewed By W8143XUmichelles

Her guide I can’t remember her name but she was originally from Romania was wonderful. She gave us a great tour.

7. Grand Circle Island & Haleiwa Tour - 9 hours

Royal Star Hawaii Deluxe Tours
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Experience O‘ahu, plus explore Haleiwa town all in one day on this 9-hour Grand Circle Island Tour! Visit beautiful scenic spots and hard to get to places in the comfort of a Deluxe Bus. The tour covers all the beautiful scenic spots, including Diamond Head and the Kahala Gold Coast to marine sanctuary Hanauma Bay, natural wonder Halona Blow Hole, lush rainforest Nuuanu Pali, Byodo-In Temple, Tropical Farm, Dole Plantation and world-famous North Shore surfing beaches. Plus, you’ll have enough time (lunch on your own) to explore Haleiwa town (TWO CHOICES: 90 minutes in Haleiwa OR 40 minutes in Haleiwa with Waialua Coffee / Soap Factory). Experience the difference of unparalleled comfort aboard our Deluxe Bus Tour with onboard restroom and original video, mint & hand towelette service, walking map and more. Plus, our exceptional Driver Guide with Aloha makes your tour a memorable experience! Also, enjoy a breakfast of poi malasada from local favorite Kamehameha Bakery.

Inclusions: More Scenic Spots and Drive, Hard-to-Get-to Places, Historical Sites, Tropical Farms, Unparalleled Comfort aboard our Deluxe Bus Tour, Our Exceptional Driver Guide, Taste of Hawaii Poi Malasada with bottled water

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Reviewed By renee58bronx

Our tour guide Kalani was Fantastic. He was very informative and entertaining. He was patient and kind to us - Senior Citizens...seats were comforting and restroom very clean.

8. Tour of North Shore (70%) and Sightseeing (30%)

North Shore Beach Bus
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Enjoy the beauty of Oahu's gorgeous North Shore and the other East and South side of this island on this full day tour from Waikiki. Due to Pandemic we cannot take you to Hanauma Bay for snorkeling, but we will visit awesome scenic points. Visit the Banzai Pipeline Beach, Waimea Bay, Historic Haleiwa Town, and Dole Plantation on a comfortable mini-bus or van.  Stop to Paddle Board or Kayak on the beautiful Anahulu River before ending the afternoon scenic sightseeing tour.  Lunch at Haleiwa Historic town and Paddle Boarding or Kayaking are not included and can be purchased at our Haleiwa town stop.

Inclusions: Waikiki Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off, Fully narrated tour of North Shore and island of Oahu

Exclusions: Lunch, Paddle Board or Kayaking activity, Dole Ice Cream, Gratuities / Tips (optional)

Reviewed By 12hafsas

I would recommend this tour it covers all sights They have been very helpful and efficient..Kurt is very and Punctual good information..

9. Oahu Grand Circle Island Audio Driving Tour

Waikiki, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA Shaka Guide: Audio Tour Apps
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Shaka Guide's Circle Island Tour takes you on a journey around Oahu stopping at famous surf spots, the island's famed North Shore, a quaint beach town and even a waterfall hike! This audio tour uses GPS to give you turn-by-turn directions to popular spots and local gems. With Shaka Guide, you have the freedom to explore on your own terms -- visit the places you want and skips the ones you don't. Shaka Guide is the #1-rated app for Oahu with over 1.5K reviews on the App Store and Google Play Store! ✅ Tours never expire. ✅ Tour work offline. No data needed. ✅ Reliable GPS directions. ✅ A guided tour for a fraction of the price. ✅ Save time planning! We’ve done the work for you. ✅ Your vacation, your terms — freedom to stop and go as you please. ✅ The #1-rated travel app for Maui. ✅ Listen to interesting stories and Hawaiian music!

Inclusions: Offline map of the entire island and turn-by-turn audio navigation, Interesting stories and history and the freedom to explore at your own pace, Purchase never expires, Tours work offline, Tour highlights in the app with restaurant and activity recommendations

Exclusions: Parking fees, Attraction entrance fees, Meals, Car rentals and crowded tour buses

Reviewed By chanyu1

This is a good and inexpensive way to do the Haleakala sunset tour with audio narrative of things to see along the way to the mountain top. Good value for the price. A quick tip: this app burns through your phone battery fast so having a car phone cable is a must or else your phone battery will run out of juice pretty quick...

10. Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour

Roberts Hawaii
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Let us show you the wonders and beauty that makes Oahu the “Heart of Hawaii”. This complete full day tour is the perfect way to experience Oahu’s most scenic sights, unique culture and rich history. From Diamond Head Crater along the southern coast to the famous surfing beaches of the North Shore, you’ll take in a landscape that includes lush mountains and sparkling, turquoise waters. You’ll also stop at some fascinating locales.

Inclusions: Local taxes, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Transport by air-conditioned coach or by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By Eduardo D

my trip occured before the pandemic was an issue. the service were waiting for us before we got to the baggage area and it was easy to find them.

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