All Reviews for Oahu Guided Island Sightseeing Tour

I received detailed information about various characteristics of different places! Even during the travel, I was provided with trivia and guidance, which made the travel time enjoyable and not boring!

各地様々な特徴など細かく教えて頂きました！
移動中も豆知識など案内頂き移動時間も飽きずに過ごせました！

Unfortunately, we had a few rain interruptions. Still, most of the tour seemed to drag. We couldn't see the plantation due to rain so we had a shopping tour. Driving along the coast there wasn't much to see. It was difficult to see beyond the trees along the road. The lunch stop venues were not very inviting. It seems this food truck area wasn't the best. I gathered that most of the people were disappointed.
I was able to take some photos at the blowhole stop. At Kualoa Park it was overcast and we only had about 10 minutes there. We had just enough time at the Macadamia stop to go into the store for a tasting and to buy things. It took 1-1/2 hours to get back to Waikiki. One couple brought their 3 year old child. He was screaming and crying for a good part of the tour. It might be an idea to limit long van/bus tours to children over 5 or so.

The bus tour was reassuring because the guide spoke Japanese. In fact, the day before this bus tour, I participated in a tour with another company, but the driver couldn't speak Japanese and provided the guidance in English, which made it difficult for me to understand, so I was a bit disappointed (even though it was a tour aimed at Japanese people).

For this tour with VeLTRA, since there were no other customers, they asked if there were any places I wanted to visit and adjusted the itinerary flexibly.

バスツアーは、日本語が話せるガイドさんだったので安心でした。
実は今回のバスツアーの前日にも他の会社のツアーに参加したのですが、運転手さんが日本語が話せず英語でのガイドだったため理解できなかったため、少し残念でした(日本人向けのツアーでしたが)

VeLTRAさんの今回のツアーは、他にお客さんがいなかったのもあり、行きたいところはないか聞いてくれたり、臨機応変にまわってくださいました。

First of all, despite my mistake in the meeting location, they worked hard to help me find it. I ended up arriving 20 minutes late after they came back to the original pickup spot.

The first restroom stop was closed, but they helped me find an alternative restroom and took me there. For lunch, they asked each group what they wanted, and when I said I wanted garlic shrimp, they informed me about the features of two restaurants and suggested sharing one.

I was very satisfied with the additional places they guided us to beyond the planned itinerary, and the guidance inside the vehicle was also excellent. I definitely want to participate in a tour with this company again. Thank you very much.

まず最初に僕が集合場所を間違えていたにもかかわらず一生懸命探してくれました。本来のピックアップ場所まで再度来てもらって20分遅れで参加しました。
最初のトイレ休憩のところが締まっていて、代わりのトイレを探してくれて連れて行ってくれました。
昼食もグループごとに聞いてくれて、ガーリックシュリンプがいいと言うと、2店舗の特徴と1つをシェアしたほうが良いと教えてくれました。
予定の場所プラスアルファで案内してくれてとても満足しました、車内での左右ガイド案内もとても良かったです。
このツアー会社のツアーに是非また参加したいと思います。
ありがとうございました。

We started by climbing Diamond Head and had breakfast at a local Starbucks. We drove along the West Coast, taking photos of the emerald green and cobalt blue seas, and were guided by a Japanese guide to beaches where we could see sea turtles and explore areas that are not accessible on our own. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

ダイヤモンドヘッド登頂からスタートし、地元のスタバで朝食
西海岸を車で移動、エメラルドグリーンの海とコバルトブルーの海で写真撮影、海亀の見える海岸と個人では行動出来ない広範囲を日本語ガイドさんに案内してもらえたました。またとない体験が出来ました。

First of all, the meeting place was easy to find. There were only Japanese people in my group, but the tour was conducted in both English and Japanese throughout. With few other participants, the bus was spacious, and we first stopped at the Green World Coffee Farm where we could purchase coffee. At the Dole Plantation, they even helped us buy train tickets. Since I had small children with me, we were pressed for time to enjoy the train ride, souvenirs, restrooms, and ice cream within the 90 minutes. Next, we headed to the North Shore, and it was about a 20-minute walk from the bus stop to our destination, Giovanni's, where we were recommended to try the shrimp truck, Camaron. According to our guide, the taste is almost the same as Giovanni's, and it was the best I had during the trip. Finally, we ended the tour by seeing King Kamehameha from the bus. It can be quite challenging to go on your own, so just being taken around was great, and the reassurance of having a Japanese-speaking guide made the tour very satisfying.

まず集合場所はわかりやすかったです。
日本人は私のグループしかいませんでしたが、終始英語と日本語でツアーをしてくれました。
他の参加者が少なくバスも広々しており、最初にグリーンワールドコーヒーファームに立ち寄りコーヒーを購入できました。
ドールプランテーションでは、列車のチケット購入の手伝いまで行ってくれました。
小さい子どもがいるからか、90分で列車とお土産とお手洗いとアイスクリームを食べるのに時間がかつかつでした。
次にノースショアへ向かいましたが、バス停から目的のジョバンニまでは徒歩20分ほどでカマロンを勧められました。ガイドさん曰く味はほぼジョバンニと同じとのこのことで旅中で一番美味しかったです。
最後にカメハメハ大王を車内から見て終わりでした。
なかなか自分で行くのには大変なので乗ってるだけで連れてくれるのと、日本語が通じる安心感とツアーは満足でした。

I chose this tour because it had a 90-minute stay, allowing me to ride the train at the Dole Plantation. The driver and guide, who spoke both Japanese and English, assisted with purchasing tickets on-site, making everything very smooth.

The pineapple field tour, which takes about 20 minutes by train, included English commentary, and I was soothed by the vast scenery. It was a lot of fun. I heard that the first train departs at 9:40 AM, but if there are many tourists, it may leave earlier. I recommend heading straight to the platform after purchasing your ticket. If you can get on early, you'll have more time to enjoy souvenir shopping and savor pineapple soft serve.

The plantation opens at 9:30 AM, but they tend to open early, so it's better to use the restroom at the entrance near the ticket booth beforehand.

After the plantation, we headed to the North Shore. The bus stops near Matsumoto Shave Ice, but if you're aiming for garlic shrimp, you'll need to walk about 15 minutes from there. The road is narrow, with traffic and large vehicles passing through, so please be careful. Considering the round trip for lunch, the 120-minute stay might feel a bit rushed, so I recommend acting quickly.

The white wagon serving garlic shrimp had a long line, but it moved surprisingly fast, and I was able to purchase it sooner than expected. The garlic shrimp from the wagon with the shrimp drawing a bit further down was not very crowded, but it took a little longer to prepare. The garlic shrimp was delicious!

After eating, I quickly returned to Matsumoto Shave Ice. There was also a long line there, but I was able to buy it in just under 10 minutes. I think it's a good idea to decide what to order while waiting.

After Matsumoto Shave Ice, there wasn't much time left, so I visited the nearby SNOOPY shop and used the restroom before returning to the bus 10 minutes before departure.

On the bus, the driver provided enjoyable commentary, which kept things interesting. The driving was safe, so I felt at ease.

While it wasn't an overly packed tour, it was a great experience where I could relax at the places I wanted to visit, and I was very satisfied.

ドールプランテーションで列車にのりたかったので、９０分の滞在時間があるこのツアーを選びました。日本語も英語も話すドライバー兼ガイドさんが、現地でのチケット購入サポートをしてくれたので、とてもスムーズでした。
列車でいく約２０分のパイナップル畑ツアーは英語の放送解説付き、そして広大な風景に癒されました。とても楽しかったです。パイナップル列車の始発は９時４０分と聞いていましたが、観光客が多いと早めに始発が出ます。チケットを購入したらプラットホームへ直行をおすすめします。早く乗れれば、早めにお土産選びを楽しめるし、パイナップルソフトクリームを堪能できますよ。
なお、プランテーションは９時半オープンですが早めに開けてくれるので、チケット購入ブース側にある入り口からトイレ使用をしておくとベターです。
プランテーションの後はノースショアへ。マツモトシェイブアイス近くにバスを停めてくれますが、ガーリックシュリンプお目当ての方は、そこから１５分ほど歩く必要があります。道が狭いし、交通量もあり、大型車も通行しているので十分気をつけてください。また、ランチの往復を考えると、ちょっと１２０分の滞在時間は忙しいかもしれませんので、早めに行動をおすすめします。
白ワゴンのガーリックシュリンプは長蛇の列でしたが、意外に進みがよく思ったよりも早く購入できました。もうちょっと歩いたところにあるエビの絵のワゴンのガーリックシュリンプは、あまり混んでないのですが出来上がってくるまでに少し時間がかかりました。ガーリックシュリンプ、美味しかったです！
食べたらすぐにマツモトシェイブアイスまで戻りました。マツモトシェイブアイスも長蛇の列でしたが、１０分弱で買えました。待っている間に注文する内容を決めておくと良いと思います。
マツモトシェイブアイスのあとは時間があまりなかったので、近くのSNOOPYショップと、乗車前のトイレを済ませて、出発１０分前にバスに戻りました。
バスではドライバーさんの楽しい解説があり、飽きずに過ごせました。安全運転でしたので、安心して過ごせました。
盛りだくさんのツアーではないですが、行きたいところでゆっくり過ごせたツアーでしたので、大満足です。

First of all, the guide was a really nice person. Thank you very much.

At the Dole Plantation, we had a limited time of 90 minutes, but there were activities like riding the train or going through the maze. I took the train, and I was amazed by the vast scenery that I had never seen before. Next time, I want to try the maze, but it seems that if you go to the maze, there isn't much time left to explore the other shops. You absolutely must try the ice cream!

Next, in Haleiwa, I had planned to eat at Giovanni's, but since it was a 10-minute walk from the bus stop, I decided to skip it and eat garlic shrimp at a different place instead, which was incredibly delicious. The garlic shrimp place I ate at was near a shop that sells acai.

At Spaghettini, which is just a short walk from the bus stop, I had the recommended sandwich from the staff. This place is also recommended. You should definitely try the Matsumoto Shave Ice as well.

Finally, the bus driver and guide was a great person who offered to show us other sights on the way back if we had extra time. You could give tips in cash or by scanning a QR code.

まず、ガイドの方がとても良い人でした。
ありがとうございました
ドールプランテーションでは、90分と限られた時間でしたが、列車に乗る、もしくは迷路を行う等がありました
私は列車に乗りましたが、見たことのないくらい広大な景色が広がっていて感動しました。
次回は迷路に行きたいですが、どうやら迷路に行くとあまりその他ショップなどを巡る時間が少ないです
アイスクリームは絶対食べるべき！

そして次に、ハレイワではジョパンニを食べる予定でしたが停留所から歩いて片道10分ということもあり、その他巡るためにそこはやめて違う店のガーリックシュリンプを食べましたが、最高に美味しかったです
私が食べたガーリックシュリンプの店は、アサイーのある店の近くでした

バス停から歩いてすぐのスパゲッティーニでは店員さんオススメのサンドウィッチを食べました
このお店もオススメです
松本シェーバーも食べるべき

最後に、バス運転手兼ガイドの方は時間が余ったら帰り道にその他観光もしてくれる良い人でした
チップは現金で渡すか、QRコードを読み取る方法でした

It was a long journey of about 11 hours with some traffic, but it was enjoyable.

The guide and driver provided detailed and fun explanations of the scenery visible from the car windows, making for a day that was never boring.

Places like Croatia Crunch and the Polynesian Center, along with the landmarks seen from the car, have given me ideas for where to explore more leisurely next time.

Personally, I had the most fun cracking macadamia nuts and feeding them to the chickens.

By the way, I struggled to understand English quite a bit, but I think it would be even more enjoyable if I could understand more.

渋滞もあり、約11時間の長旅でしたが楽しかったです。

ガイド兼ドライバーさんが、車窓から見える景色も丁寧に楽しく説明をしてくれて飽きることのない一日でした。

クロアチアクランチやポリネシアンセンター、車窓からの名所も次はここをゆっくりまわろうかな？という参考にもなります。

個人的にはマカダミアナッツを自分で割って鶏にあげたのが一番楽しかったです。

ちなみに、私は英語がなかなか聞き取れずでしたが、もっと聞き取りができれば何倍も楽しそうです。

First of all, the guide was wonderful. They provided a wealth of information and taught us a lot. The performance was also great; as we approached Kualoa Ranch, they played the Jurassic Park theme, which brought back the emotions from the movie! The guide had also lived in Japan, so they used a bit of Japanese to assist us.

Although the course was in reverse order, it wasn't a problem at all. We stopped at various farms and souvenir shops, and it was completely fine not to buy anything. We enjoyed walking around the farms and sampling food. We had plenty of time to spare until the meeting time, which made it that much more enjoyable.

As shown in the photos, the tour included many beautiful scenic spots. The view from the bus was stunning, and I stayed awake the entire time to take it all in. The shrimp lunch and malasadas were incredibly delicious, and I was very satisfied.

On the second day in Oahu, I was able to fully enjoy a tour that took us around the island! Thank you so much, guide!

まずガイドさんが素晴らしかったです。
情報が盛り沢山で色々教えて貰えてました。
また演出も上手で、クアロアランチが近づくとジュラシックパークの曲を流してくれ、映画の感動が蘇りました！
日本で生活していた事もある方で、日本語も少し使って案内してくれました。
コースが逆周りでしたが別に問題は無かったです。
色々な農園やお土産屋さんに寄りますが、何も買わなくても全く問題無く、農園を見て周ったり、試食を楽しくさせて貰いました。なので集合時間迄、時間をたっぷり使いました。それ位楽しかったです。
写真に載せましたが、景色の良い所も沢山寄ってくれるツアーでした。
バスからの車窓も美しく、全く寝ないで見ていました。
シュリンプランチもマラサダもすごく美味しくて大満足でした。
オアフ2日目、１周楽しめるツアーでオアフを満喫出来ました！
ガイドさん本当にありがとうございました！

I was picked up at a point near the hotel at 6:40 AM and we set off in a nearly full bus. First, we went to the Diamond Head lookout, where the weather and the view were fantastic. From there, we visited several places, enjoying malasadas and garlic shrimp. Our guide, Dirk, was very cheerful and took great care of us. He pretended to be a complete native but spoke Japanese fluently. We also got to see sea turtles and go snorkeling; it was a wonderful tour!

朝6時40分にホテル付近のポイントでピックアップしてもらい、ほぼ満席のバスで出発しました。最初はダイヤモンドヘッドの展望台へ天気も景色も最高でした。そこから数カ所周りマラサダを食べたりガーリックシュリンプを食べたりしました。案内してくれたDirkはとても陽気で良くしてくれました。彼は完全なネイティブのフリをしますが、バキバキに日本語話せます。ウミガメも見れて、シュノーケルも出来とてもいいツアーでした！

Overall, it was a wonderful experience. I think I was able to participate in the tour at a relatively affordable price in this expensive Hawaii. Although it was a half-day tour, they included just the right amount of spots, allowing for efficient sightseeing. If I had to say something, I wish I had more time in Haleiwa. Since lunch time was also during the free exploration time, I ended up enjoying lunch and didn't have any time left to explore or go to the beach.

全体的には素晴らしい体験でした。この物価高いハワイでは比較的に手頃の価格でツアー参加できたと思います。また半日ツアーですが、結構スポットをちょうど良く入れているので、効率よく観光できました。強いていえば、ハレイワでもっと時間ほしかったです。ランチ時間も自由散策時間内なので、結局ランチを楽しんだら散策や海辺には全然行けなくなっちゃいました。

I usually don't venture out of Waikiki, so this time I joined a tour. The guide spoke Japanese, which was reassuring. During the bus ride, they provided commentary in both Japanese and English.

At the Dole Plantation, I got to ride the pineapple train and enjoy pineapple ice cream. The guide showed us how to buy the train tickets. I had expected to see a lot of pineapples while riding the train, but we mostly passed through grassy areas where they weren't very visible. If you looked closely, you could see some pineapple-like plants in the distance. After getting off the train, I realized I could have seen pineapples up close without riding, but I think it's worth taking the ride at least once if you're there.

The pineapple ice cream was large, so we shared it. It was delicious.

We spent about two hours at the North Shore. I thought we might see sea turtles, so I headed towards the ocean, but I didn't find any. After that, we had a meal at a café with an ocean view, and before I knew it, time flew by, and I hurried back to the bus.

While passing a shop near the bus, I was suddenly approached and told I had ten seconds to listen to a sales pitch for cosmetics. The North Shore is vast, and time is limited, so I recommend politely declining if you're not interested in cosmetics.

In Hawaii, it's difficult to travel far without renting a car, so I really enjoyed being able to visit various places on this tour.

いつもワイキキから出ないので、今回はツアーで連れて行ってもらいました。
ガイドさんは日本語がわかる方で安心感がありました。バスの移動中はずっと日本語と英語でガイドしていました。
ドールプランテーションではパイナップルトレインに乗ったり、パイナップルアイスが食べられました。トレインのチケットはガイドさんが買い方を教えてくれます。トレインに乗ってパイナップルがたくさんあるところをまわると思っていましたが、草原のようなところであまり見られませんでした。よーく見ると遠くにパイナップルみたいなものが実ってました。トレインを降りてから、間近でパイナップルを見られたので乗らなくてもよかったかなと思いましたがせっかく行くなら一度は乗ってみてもいいと思います。
パイナップルアイスは大きいのでシェアしました。美味しかったです。
ノースショアでの滞在時間は2時間ほどでした。ウミガメが見られるかと思い海の方に行きましたが、見つかりませんでした。そのあと海の見えるカフェで食事したらあっという間に時間が過ぎてしまい急いでバスにもどりました。
バスの近くのお店を通りかかったときに突然声をかけられ、10秒と言われて話を聞いていたら化粧品の販売でした。ノースショアは広くただでさえ時間がないので、化粧品に興味のない方は早めに断ることをおすすめします。
ハワイではレンタカーなどを借りないと自分で遠くに行くことは難しいので、今回ツアーでいろいろ行けて楽しかったです。

Diamond Head had great weather and the views were fantastic. Our guide, Jonathan, explained everything in detail and made it enjoyable. After Diamond Head, since it was just our group, we were able to stop by the shops we wanted to visit, take photos, and he was flexible with the timing. It was a fulfilling day.

ダイアモンドヘッドはお天気も良く、景色がとても良かったです、ガイドのジョナサンが、詳しく、ポイントを丁寧に説明してくれて、楽しかったです。ダイアモンドヘッドの後は、私達のグループだけだったので、行きたかったお店に、寄っていただいたり、
写真を撮ってくださり、時間も柔軟に対応していただき、充実した1日でした。

We visited the North Shore with its beautiful beaches and surf spots, drove along the east side with coastal views, and stopped at the Dole Plantation for delicious pineapple treats and souvenirs.

Highly recommend for anyone wanting to see the highlights of Oahu without the stress of driving as this was an excellent way to experience the island’s beauty, culture, and local spots all in one day.

The day was well organized with plenty of photo opportunities and comfortable transportation

We gathered at 5:30 and started with a hike up Diamond Head, followed by visits to the Halona Blowhole, a macadamia nut farm, and Chinese Hat Island. We enjoyed a lunch of garlic shrimp at North Shore (Sunset Beach), observed sea turtles, and explored High Town and Green Coffee. It was a packed and fun day. Thank you, Jonah!

5:30に集合し、ダイヤモンドヘッドの
登山に始まりハロナ潮吹き岩、マカダミアナッツファーム、チャイニーズハット島、
ガーリックシュリンプの昼食
ノースショワー(サンセットビーチ)
海ガメの見学、ハイレタウン、グリーン・
コーヒーと盛り沢山で楽しかったです。
ジョナさんご苦労様でした。

The Oahu Island tour allowed us to fully experience the charm of Hawaii in just one day. The first thing we tried was Leonard's malasadas, which were fluffy on the outside and chewy on the inside, making them incredibly delicious and giving us a true sense of being in Hawaii. The garlic shrimp had an authentic taste, with the savory garlic flavor and the texture of the shrimp being absolutely perfect. At the macadamia nut shop we stopped at, we enjoyed tastings and shopping, and were able to buy some typical Hawaiian souvenirs.

In Haleiwa, we also experienced snorkeling and soaked up the atmosphere of the North Shore. The last stop at the Dole Plantation was perfect for wrapping up the tour, as we enjoyed shopping while exploring the spacious facility.

What stood out the most was our driver, Dirk. He was very cheerful and kind, creating a fun atmosphere during our travels. He had experience living in Japan, and his consideration for Japanese guests was wonderful, allowing us to enjoy the tour with peace of mind. It was a fantastic day where we not only enjoyed the scenery and food but also felt the warmth of the people.

オアフ島一周ツアーでは、ハワイの魅力を1日でたっぷり味わうことができました。最初に食べたレナーズのマラサダは、外はふわっと、中はもちっとしていてとても美味しく、ハワイに来た実感がわきました。ガーリックシュリンプも本場ならではの味で、香ばしいガーリックの風味とエビの食感が最高でした。途中で立ち寄ったマカダミアナッツのお店では試食や買い物を楽しみ、ハワイらしいお土産も購入できました。
ハレイワではシュノーケリングも体験し、ノースショアの雰囲気を満喫しました。最後に立ち寄ったドールプランテーションでは、広い施設を見て回りながら買い物を楽しめて、ツアーの締めくくりにぴったりでした。
そして何より印象的だったのが、ドライバーのDirkさんです。とても陽気で親切な方で、移動中も楽しい雰囲気を作ってくれました。日本に住んでいた経験があるそうで、日本人への気配りも素晴らしく、安心してツアーを楽しむことができました。景色や食べ物だけでなく、人の温かさも感じられる最高の1日でした。

In preparation for my trip to Haleiwa, I signed up for the "Dole Plantation → Haleiwa" tour since I didn't have a rental car.

Thanks to Chris, our driver and guide, who introduced everything in Japanese, the journey was enjoyable.

Even though it takes just under an hour to get to Haleiwa by tour bus, considering the hassle and time of public transportation and restroom issues, I recommend taking the tour for those without a car.

The tour bus had a Japanese guide, and there was a restroom on board, which was reassuring. I also appreciated the pickup service close to my hotel.

At Dole Plantation, I focused on shopping rather than going through the maze or riding the train. I was prepared to wait in line at the food court, but fortunately, I was able to buy my food without waiting, allowing me to relax in the courtyard while enjoying ice cream with pineapple chunks. I purchased pineapple candy, pancake mix, and a tote bag as souvenirs.

In Haleiwa, I visited the garlic shrimp restaurant Camaron, recommended by the guide. I ordered the combo, which included two types of shrimp fried in a creamy coconut batter. Both were to my taste, and it was the best garlic shrimp I had during my stay. I wished I could have had it again if I were in Honolulu... highly recommended! ☺︎

After that, we went to Matsumoto Shave Ice and topped our order with condensed milk and mochi, as recommended in the reviews. Sharing a small size between two people was just right. It was delicious, and I recommend the toppings.

We strolled around nearby shops until the meeting time, visited a restroom near the bus stop (which was surprisingly clean), and returned to the bus.

It was a fulfilling day, and I was very satisfied that I signed up for the tour.

ハレイワに行くにあたり、レンタカー等ないので、今回「ドールプランテーション→ハレイワ」のツアーに申し込みました。

運転手兼ガイドのクリスさんが日本語で紹介してくれたおかげで、道中も楽しかったです。

ツアーのバスで行ってもハレイワまで1時間弱かかるため、公共交通機関の手間と時間、トイレ問題等考えても大変なので、車がない人はツアーで行くのをおすすめします。

今回のツアーバスには日本語ガイドに加えて、車内にはトイレがあり安心できました。
またホテル近くまで送迎があったのでありがたかったです。

ドールプランテーションでは、迷路や汽車には乗らず、買い物中心にしました。
フードコーナーは並ぶことを覚悟して行きましたが、タイミングよく並ばず買えたので、中庭でパイナップル果肉付きのアイスを食べながらゆっくり過ごすことができました。
お土産にパイナップルキャンディーとパンケーキミックス、トートバッグを購入しました。

ハレイワでは、ガイドおすすめのガーリックシュリンプ店のcamaron に行きました。コンボ（クリーミーなクリームとココナッツの衣で揚げた海老の2種類）を頼みました。両方とも好みの味で、滞在中食べたガーリックシュリンプの中で1番美味しかったです。ホノルルにあったらもう1回食べたかった…おすすめです☺︎

その後、マツモトシェイブアイスに行き、口コミでおすすめされた練乳と白玉をトッピングしました。小さなサイズを2人でシェアするのが丁度いいです。こちらも美味しく、トッピング推奨です。

集合時間まで近隣の店をぶらぶら巡り、バスの停留所近くのトイレに行き（想像以上に綺麗に清掃されていて驚いた）バスに戻りました。

充実した1日だったので、申し込んでよかったと大満足でした。

Since there were mostly foreign visitors on the large bus, the driver's explanations were mainly in English, but he occasionally included Japanese, which was not a problem.

When we arrived at the Dole Plantation, we were guided to the ticket booth for those going to the train or the maze, where we purchased our tickets and then had the freedom to explore on our own. The maze was hot and I felt like I might get exhausted, so I opted for the train. There were signs for cacao trees and other attractions, making it easy to navigate the spacious and pleasant farm. Unfortunately, the pineapples had turned brown due to heavy rain.

Before boarding, we could purchase a photo taken of us by tapping a card on a machine and selecting backgrounds, but it was expensive, so I decided not to buy it.

At the shop, I bought the famous pineapple soft serve, which also used a machine for selecting toppings.

In Haleiwa, we received a simple map and had free time, so it's a good idea to research places you want to visit in advance. It takes about 20 minutes to walk from the parking lot to Giovanni's, so they recommend Kamaron, which is only a 10-minute walk. It’s a Japanese-owned place with a creamy and gentle flavor.

There are also nearby spots like Island Vintage Coffee, Matsumoto Shave Ice, and the Snoopy Shop, and I was able to leisurely return even after going to the beach.

I enjoyed my time in Haleiwa freely and comfortably.

大きなバスでほぼ外国の方だったので、ドライバーさんの説明は英語メインでしたが
時々日本語も交えてくれて問題ありませんでした

ドールプランテーションに着くと電車か迷路かに行く人にはチケット売り場まで案内して
くれて自分で購入し　後は自由です
迷路は暑くてバテそうなので電車に乗り　カカオの木等看板があるので良くわかり気持ちいい広い農園を快適にめぐれました　パイナップルは大雨の影響で茶色く変色してしまっていました
乗車前に撮ってくれた写真を機械にカードをタップして背景なども選んで買えます　が
高いので買いませんでした

売店で名物のパイナップルソフトクリームを買いましたがここも機械でタップしてトッピング等選ぶ方式でした

ハレイワでは簡単な地図をもらって自由行動なので行きたい場所を前もって調べて行くといいです
駐車場からジョバンニまでは徒歩20分くらいかかるのでカマロンを勧められます（徒歩
１０分）
日本人経営でクリーミーでやさしい味でした
アイランドヴィンテージコーヒー等も近くにあり　マツモトシェイブアイスやスヌーピーショップ　海まで往復してもゆっくり戻って来られました

自由にゆったりハレイワを楽しめました

Tour guide was very fun & knowledgeable.
Saw lots of the island.
Nice that there was only 3 others besides myself & my husband.

Diamond Head, which I had always wanted to climb at least once! The ascent was gentle, but it was quite hard. Still, when I saw the view from the top, I thought it was worth coming here!

After that, I got to meet some turtles at a beautiful beach, and I was able to visit Kualoa and Haleiwa, which was a great experience. Our guide, Jonathan, was very kind, thank you!

一度は登ってみたいと思っていたダイヤモンドヘッド！登りはゆるやかでしたが、なかなかハード。それでも頂上からの景色を見たら、来てよかった〜と思いました。
その後の綺麗なビーチで亀に出会ったり、クアロアやハレイワにも行くことができて満喫できました。ガイドのジョナサンとっても親切で、ありがとうございました。

This tour offers more than just what is on the pamphlet. First of all, the trip to the Dole Plantation provided different attractions that are relaxing and self paced with beautiful backgrounds for pictures. There was a large gift shop for those who enjoy a little vacation shopping with a food court where everyone should try at least one of the special pineapple menu items. Secondly, the stop to Haleiwa was a short distance from Dole, and there's so many shops to visit just by walking in a straight line. If you keep moving, you're bound to find something you that interests you, like the shaved ice, surf shops, and snoopy store. For each stop, the tour provides about an hour or two for you to explore yourselves, which is plenty, so you won't have the feeling have being rushed.

I'm sure you'll enjoy the two main stops of the tour, but what made the trip so memorable is the staff and driver of your bus. Our driver was Marlon, and he made it his second priority to make sure everyone in our group knew what options they had before reaching each stop so that we could plan accordingly once we arrive. Of course his first priority was ensuring our safety and comfort, making the tour easier for us to kick back and enjoy. During the extra free time, he even took us to a nearby coffee shop that grows and grinds their own beans. That's something he added to the tour himself since we had free time, but also because he wanted to show us more of the island. He has an excellent sense of humor, and everyone in our group felt comfortable approaching him. He even speaks multiple languages for the passengers that may not be fully fluent in English. During the stops, I noticed him walking around offering to take family photos, starting conversations with people about the places we visited, and answering any questions they had. He is an amazing driver, awesome tour guide, and overall just a friendly person you'd want to have with you when visiting new places.

We enjoyed our trip to the Dole plantation and on to Haleiwa. Our driver Chris was very knowledgeable and pointed out many of the local points of interest on the way to and from our destination. The train ride at Dole was worth taking and the Dole whip was very tasty. We did a little shopping there to which did not really leave us much time to tour the garden area. It would be a great idea to add 30 minutes more to the time here giving longer to do at least two of the three activities here (train, garden, and maze). The cost of the train & garden combo ticket was $19.99. After that it was on to Haleiwa. Chris gave multiple recommendations on where to eat and we chose the 7 Brothers hamburgers from his list. The hamburgers here did not disappoint. Both my wife and enjoyed our burgers and we split an order of fries. Despite having had breakfast and a Dole whip already that morning the burgers were just so good we had to finish them :-). After some shopping it was time to go back to our hotel. On the way back Chris had some suggestions on things to do and places to see before our time in Hawaii is done.

The only negative comments we had were that the bus seemed a little dated, it had a small problem with its “kneeling” feature and there were no cup holders for our drinks. Would definitely recommend Chris and this trip.

I used it for the first time on the North Shore. I went without studying any English at all, but thanks to the friendly and attentive guide, it was a fulfilling experience! Thank you, Kuri-chan!

初めてのノースショアで利用しました
英語は全く勉強せずに行ったのですが
気さくで気の利くガイドさんが案内してくださったおかげで充実していました！
くりちゃん、ありがとうございました

This was my first time in Hawaii, and I signed up for a tour to Haleiwa Town and the Dole Plantation that I had been wanting to visit. The guide provided explanations in both Japanese and English, which helped deepen my understanding while also exposing me to English, making the tour enjoyable until the end. At Dole, the guide explained how to enjoy the attractions and the tickets, so I was able to fully enjoy the train ride, pineapple ice cream, and even souvenirs. In Haleiwa, I strolled around and had garlic shrimp and hamburgers. The local atmosphere was great. Since it was a half-day tour, it wasn't too tiring, and it was just right.

今回初めてのハワイで、行きたかったハレイワタウンとドールプランテーションのツアーを申込みました。ガイドさんが日本語と英語で説明をしてくれて、英語にも触れつつ、日本語で理解が深まったので最後まで楽しいツアーでした。ドールでは、楽しみ方のポイントやチケットの説明もしてくれたので、列車やパイナップルアイス、お土産まで満足に楽しむことができました。ハレイワでは、全体を散歩しつつ、ガーリックシュリンプやハンバーガーを食べました。ローカルな雰囲気が良かったです。半日のツアーなので疲れすぎず、ちょうど良かったです。

During the hike up Diamond Head, I was with two Indian people, but for the subsequent tours, I was alone. I was able to receive proper explanations at each location, and I had a very meaningful time with plenty of time to spare. It was great to have enjoyable conversations while traveling as well.

ダイヤモンドヘッド登山の時はインド人2人も一緒でしたが、それ以降のツァーは私1人でした。各地でキチンと説明してもらえて時間も取ってもらえてとても有意義な時間を過ごすことが出来ました。移動中も楽しく話しが出来て良かったです。

We enjoyed the all day view of many areas of the island.

I was able to take a lot of beautiful photos. This is my third time in Hawaii, but I had some experiences that I couldn't have before. The bright driver was very kind.

たくさん綺麗な写真とれました。
ハワイ３回目だけど、なかなかできない体験できました。明るいドライバーさん親切でした。