Oahu Personalized Private North Shore Highlight Custom Tour
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Is Oahu Personalized Private North Shore Highlight Custom Tour worth booking?
Oahu Personalized Private North Shore Highlight Custom Tour is a 6-hour experience in Oahu, United States, from $699 per person. It scores 47 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 8 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 47 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (8)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $699 per person
Explore the Seven Mile Miracle known as O`ahuʻs North Shore. Winter brings big waves and world-class surfing, while the summer is calm and perfect for visiting with turtles or a beach day. Waimea Valley Falls, Hale`iwa
What you get
About this experience
Explore the Seven Mile Miracle known as O`ahuʻs North Shore. Winter brings big waves and world-class surfing, while the summer is calm and perfect for visiting with turtles or a beach day. Waimea Valley Falls, Hale`iwa Town, and of course, Dole Plantation are great all year round. See what all the fuss is about! There is excellent shopping and food, as well as paddleboarding and kayaking up the river. Guests can also take the scenic route and enjoy a spin around the East side of O'ahu and see places like Kualoa Ranch and much more.
What's included
Included
- Private tour
- Live commentary on board
Not included
- 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
What you'll see and do
Waikele Premium Outlets
Guests can choose to shop at WPO and spend as much time as they like there. The timeline below is an average time spent at the Outlets.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace
Guests have the option to add the Aloha Stadium Swap Meet to the tour on Wednesday, most Saturdays and Sundays. Guests can spend as much time as they like here and the timeline is an average.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Nu’uanu Pali
Guests can add a stop at the famous Nu`uanu Pali Lookout for a great scenic view of Windward O`ahu.
30 minutes here
Byodo-in Temple
Guests have the option to experience the peace and tranquility of the temple situated at the base of the Ko`olau Mountain Range. Time spent here is up to the guests and the timeline reflects an average time.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Kualoa Regional Park
Guests can add a stop to take pictures of Mokoli`i, commonly referred to as Chinamans Hat.
15 minutes here
Sunset Beach
Guests have the option to stop at Sunset Beach on the North Shore. Massive waves and surfers in the wintertime and calm beautiful water in the summer.
Pass by without stopping
Waimea Valley
Walk to a beautiful waterfall with a pool deep enough for swimming. Guests walk through a botanical garden on the way and is great for all ages and abilities. Timeline is for an average time but guests can spend as long as they like here.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Dole Plantation
Guests can sample the Dole Whip pineapple ice cream, enjoy a ride on the Pineapple Train or get lost in the Pineapple Maze. The timeline is an average visit time to the Plantation and guests can spend more or less time.
45 minutes here · Admission not included
Turtle Bay Beach
Guests have the option of great food, cocktails, swimming and snorkeling in the summer, or watching surfers in the winter at the Turtle Bay Resort. Timeline is an average time spent at the resort and can be adjusted accordingly.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Green World Coffee Farms
Enjoy top notch coffee and explore the coffee trees. Guests get to sample local flavors, learn more about the roasting process and bring home great souvenirs.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Oahu
Oahu, Hawaii, United States
Guests must confirm any applicable flight/cruise/hotel information. We can also service most licensed Vacation Rentals. However, certain neighborhoods do not allow commercial vehicles, in which case a close pickup/drop-off location will be arranged.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Oahu · Oahu, Hawaii, United States
Options you can book
Your Full Day Tours (1-4 ppl)
Enjoy a spin up to the North Shore to get a taste of the Seven Mile Miracle on a 9 Hour tour of the World's surfing capital.
Your Full Day Tours (11-14ppl)
Enjoy a spin up to the North Shore to get a taste of the Seven Mile Miracle on a 9 Hour tour of the World's surfing capital. Pickup included
Your Full Day Tours (8-10 ppl)
Enjoy a spin up to the North Shore to get a taste of the Seven Mile Miracle on a 9 Hour tour of the World's surfing capital. Pickup included
Your Half Day Tours (8-10 ppl)
Enjoy a brief spin up to the North Shore to get a taste of the Seven Mile Miracle. 6 Hour tour of the world surf capital. Pickup included
Your Half Day Tours (11-14ppl)
Enjoy a brief spin up to the North Shore to get a taste of the Seven Mile Miracle. 6 Hour tour of the world surf capital. Pickup included
Your Half Day Tours (1-4 ppl)
Enjoy a brief spin up to the North Shore to get a taste of the Seven Mile Miracle. 6 Hour tour of the world surf capital.
Your Long Day Tours (5-7 ppl)
Guest can enjoy a brief spin up to the North Shore to get a taste of the Seven Mile Miracle. 12 Hour tour of the surfing capital of the World.
Your Long Day Tours (1-4 ppl)
Guest can enjoy a brief spin up to the North Shore to get a taste of the Seven Mile Miracle. 12 Hour tour of the surfing capital of the World.
Your Full Day Tours (5-7 ppl)
Enjoy a spin up to the North Shore to get a taste of the Seven Mile Miracle on a 9 Hour tour of the World's surfing capital.
Your Half Day Tours (5-7 ppl)
Enjoy a brief spin up to the North Shore to get a taste of the Seven Mile Miracle. 6 Hour tour of the world surf capital.
Your Long Day Tours (11-14ppl)
Experience the North Shore and get a taste of the Seven Mile Miracle on this 12 Hour tour of the world's surfing capital. Pickup included
Your Long Day Tours (8-10 ppl)
Experience the North Shore and get a taste of the Seven Mile Miracle on this 12 Hour tour of the world's surfing capital. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Halia Tours and Transportation
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Include any activity, pick up/drop off requests at checkout.
- Unless otherwise indicated, all policies listed on our website apply.
- Only collapsable wheelchair 50 lbs or less.
- Must be able to physically enter/exit vehicle unassisted.
- Please clear any wheelchairs/strollers in advance.
- Must cancel outside of 72 hours for 95% refund.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 8 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
8 verified traveler reviews for Oahu Personalized Private North Shore Highlight Custom Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fantastic experience
An amazing experience and our tour guide was fantastic. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend any tour with him.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for recommending Hali'a Private Tours and sharing a bit of your Hawai'i vacation. It was an absolute blast showing you the North Shore of O'ahu and itʻs great to hear you enjoyed yourselves as well.
via Tripadvisor
Great travels
What a great experience! We brought our granddaughter for her first trip to Hawaii and wanted to make sure she had a great experience. Mike took us wherever we wanted to go, but he was very knowledgeable about Hawaii we had him take us where he felt would be fun for our granddaughter. We all enjoyed the places he took us! The Waimea waterfalls were great. We went to the old sugar cane factory and had delicious shaved ice, the Dole Pineapple plantation. As we drove around Mike would explain about the different areas we were at. He also let us take our time visiting each site. Highly recommending this tour! Thank you Mike and Halia Tours!
Response from the operator: Mahalo piha for taking the time to leave such a kind review of your time on Halia Private Tours. So glad you enjoyed your time on the North Shore. Thanks for sharing a bit of your vacation.
via Tripadvisor
The best tour we had in Oahu!
Michael communicated with us prior to the tour to ensure that we’d be able to see all the places on our list. This tour far exceeded our expectations. We got to experience the best of what the north shore has to offer. Michael is simply the best tour guide out there — you’ll never have a dull moment on your tour! Go book this tour now :)
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a kind review of Your Private Tours of Oahu, Hawaii. It was a pleasure showing you around, and great to hear you had just as much fun!
via Tripadvisor
Why go Private with Halia?
Why private vs group? Customized attention and detail from Michael makes memories not just experiences. Spend the extra money or add additional travelers for a flat rate experience. We have done group tours in past but this North Shore experience was by far the best tour we have taken..why? The owner Michael’s expertise, energy and knowledge. Do yourself a favor book with him for memories not just experience. Maholo!
Response from the operator: Wow! What a kind review of Your Private North Shore Tours. It was such a blast showing you one of our favorite parts of Oahu. Thank you for taking the time to share such kind words.
via Tripadvisor
A Great Array of Island Vibes Packed Into One Perfect Day
This tour was an excellent primer to our vacation. Michael was an excellent and accommodating guide and knew a lot about the island, the culture, and great viewpoints. I would recommend doing this early on in your vacation so that you can see spots that you might want to revisit during the rest of your stay. If you have specifics that you want to see, he will make it happen. If you want to go with the flow, he will make a ton of suggestions and let you decide on the fly. We had a great day and would recommend this tour to anybody.
Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to leave such a kind review of Your Private Tours of Oahu, Hawaii. It as a pleasure showing you this incredible island and it was great to know you enjoyed yourselves as well!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $699 to $1899
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 47
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Oahu Personalized Private North Shore Highlight Custom Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Oahu.
How much does Oahu Personalized Private North Shore Highlight Custom Tour cost?
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Prices start at $699 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Oahu usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Oahu Personalized Private North Shore Highlight Custom Tour take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Oahu is not rushed.
Is Oahu Personalized Private North Shore Highlight Custom Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 47 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 8 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Oahu, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Oahu Personalized Private North Shore Highlight Custom Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Oahu Personalized Private North Shore Highlight Custom Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Oahu Personalized Private North Shore Highlight Custom Tour?
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Around 3 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Oahu can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Oahu and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Oahu Personalized Private North Shore Highlight Custom Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Oahu within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Oahu?
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On Outty we rank every Oahu experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Oahu: Full or Half Day Grand Circle Island Tour, Oahu Small-Group Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling, Pearl Harbor Remembered Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Oahu?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Oahu?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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