Excellent tour. Would book again! Super fun staff! Enjoyed the tour, clean environment. Will be back!

My family and I booked the Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour through Viator and we were assigned Aloha Sunshine Tours as our tour operator. First, when booking we were told they would pick us up at the Hale Koa even though we couldn't select it as our pick up location at booking and we just had to contact the tour operator and let them know we were staying at the Hale Koa. When we did that, they told us they wouldn't be able to pick us up there and we could do ABC Stores at the Hilton resort next door. Well we're also traveling with family and they accidentally picked a location that's a 10 minute uber from our hotel. Cut to the day before our tour and our pick up time was moved from 9 AM to 7:30 AM at a location that was a 3-minute walk from a hotel we weren't staying at. We were finally able to get through to the operator on the phone and they moved our pickup to the Hilton next door because the person on the phone said they can't pick up at the Hale Koa, which we were fine with. They called back a few minutes later and all of a sudden said they'd pick us up at the Hale Koa at 7:05 AM. Cut to the tour itself....The bus that we were provided was a death trap. The suspension was shot so we bounced around all over the place. The emergency exit windows weren't secured in place properly and were popping out of the frame. The tires were going bald and were cracked. That bus was not safe to be on the road in any situation. The driver, Leean was also unsafe and didn't seem to keep the bus within the lanes on the way. Additionally she kept stating how much money things cost, pointing out million dollar homes with a "Them vs. Us" mentality that shouldn't have been brought into a tour. There wasn't much about the history of some of the stops, plus there were audio tap stops made that made the tour longer than needed. Not to mention that we could barely hear what she was saying over the rattling of the bus. She also almost left without some tour members. Others on the tour even opted to leave in an Uber along the way just with how the tour was being managed and the condition of the bus. We're going to stay away from anything that Aloha Sunshine Tours does. read more

Booked a day-long tour months in advance and they emailed the night before and canceled due to low attendance. USS Arizona tickets were sold out by that point so they pretty much ruined that aspect of the trip. Do not waste your time or money. read more

This was the perfect tour for my family's first day on O'ahu, allowing us to view a good portion of the island while visiting prominent highlights: Pearl Harbor, the Dole Plantation, and the Polynesian Cultural Center. Summer, our guide, was a true joy and delight. Not only was Summer very personal, respectful and spunky, but also very articulate and knowledgeable, providing insights about culture, facts, and weaving captivating tales of Hawaiian history. She is a proactive driver, and I never once worried about my family's safety. Additionally, she gave us her direct contact number in case she was needed while we were exploring at the various sites. Summer provided complimentary cold water, juice and chips after each major tour stop, which kept us energized. I would highly recommend this tour, company & our guide, Summer. read more

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Okay so we booked the Aloha Sunshine Tour which took us to Pearl Harbor, USS Arizona Memorial, Dole Plantation, Polynesian Cultural Center and Macadamia Nut Farm. It was a great way to see a lot of the sights in one day and our driver and guide SUMMER was such a sunny, warm person. Right on time the pick up was at 6:15am and included admission to each attraction (food and grat are separate) it is a FULL day of touring as we got back close to 6pm but we really enjoyed Summer's commentary and personality and it was a nice way to start our Oahu trip. Would recommend. read more

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The Oahu Grand Circle Island Experience from Waikiki was an amazing way to experience the island of Oahu!!! Day was full of beautiful views and breathtaking views!!! Our tour guide Johnny was fantastic, he had fun island vibes and was truly knowledgeable and passionate about Hawaii. He truly treated his guests like family (Ohana)!!! We had ample time to vist all of the stops, we never felt rushed. I loved how it easy and convenient it was to get picked up and dropped off in Waikiki! Perfect way to spend Memorial Day 2025!!! read more

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So happy I booked with Aloha Sunshine Tours! Our road to Hana experience was amazing. I loved our guide, Dell. Ask for him when you book! He was so knowledgeable about the drive, the scenery, each stop, the Hawaiian culture, and more! He shared personal experiences as well as history of the islands and it's people. What a great day! And now I'm "Hana certified" for next time Mahalo! read more

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Our driver and tour guide Jr. was very informative and very kind. It was a pleasure to be on his bus tour of Pearl Harbor! read more

We took the O'ahu Grand Circle tour on October 25 and had an incredible day. Our guide, Miah, was a walking encyclopedia, he wove the island's history into every stop and gave us context that went far beyond the typical tourist highlights. Thanks to him, we came away with a deeper understanding of why Native Hawaiians protect their environment and the profound love they have for their culture, people, and home. The itinerary was packed, but never felt rushed. Miah kept everyone engaged, answered every question, and was an all-around awesome host. He shared so much in one day that it transformed how we see this place, well beyond the usual tourist point of view. I would 100% recommend this tour, and especially Miah. If you're visiting O'ahu and want a meaningful, memorable experience, book this and you'll be well taken care of. read more

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Papa P made this tour truly remarkable. He was super knowledgeable, sharing with us the hidden gems of Oahu and his family memories growing up in the island. He added a few additional stops outside of the planned stops, making it extra meaningful and memorable for my mom and I. I especially appreciated his guided tour throughout the Polynesian Cultural Center, he recommended shows to us which were super entertaining and fun to watch! He is also super talented!! We had a mini jam sesh at the ukulele shop and towards the end of our tour. Papa P is an incredible person, we had the privilege to have him as our tour guide. I highly recommend this tour and booking with Papa P!! read more

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We did the circle island tour on Oahu with aloha sunshine tours. There was 10 people in our group. We took a van and saw pretty much the entire island. Our tour guide Darcy was incredible!!! He is a local hawaiian with a ton of insight. He was also friendly, kind, flexible and attentive. He made it fun and interactive and even called us all "family." We saw amazing sites and stayed just long enough at each spot. It was an entire day (11 hours) so we were tired but hit all the major Oahu spots in one day. 10 out of 10. read more

We used Aloha Sunshine for our Road to Hāna tour and Lisa was the BEST! The tour is about 11 hours and it is worth it. We got to stop along the way at different, local vendors, have some great fruit and chocolate and the views were amazing! The lunch provided was delicious, a nice sandwich, chips, and water. Lisa also offered us local snacks throughout the trip and made sure we were always with water. We HIGHLY recommend water shoes because you will want them when you get to the waterfalls. You can swim in the waterfalls but the ground is rocky so it can make your feet a little sore. If you get motion sickness, take medicine before you get going AND/OR before you head back. The driving wasn't a problem, it's the road and how many turns and curves there are. But if you can, ask for Lisa to be your tour guide. She had so much knowledge and she was so funny and you can tell all the locals love her. This tour was worth every minute, it's beautiful and a once in a lifetime trip. read more

Had to leave the tour midway, unsafe driver, bus broke down, unorganized. Do not book!

Not at all worth the money they're charging for the island tour. BUYER BEWARE. A lot of riding around listening to the driver rant on and on about rich people and the establishment. Beside visiting the USS Arizona memorial we visited some other tourist traps. All the nice looking places we passed by on our way to the next tourist traps. Highly disappointed. I'm not rich but I paid for an island tour not a political lecture and a hot back country bus ride (the AC never worked..... smh). WOMP WOMP WOMP !!! read more

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Our driver was super great! Papa P along with letting us know where we are going, and what we look forward to. Talked to us. Played music. Told stories., even was our tour guide at the Polynesian Culture Center. Very knowledgeable as a life long resident, told about everything we drove past and everything we seen. Wonderful. Highly recommend the tour and especially Papa P! read more

Stay away! The owner is a liar and a thief. The buses aren't taken care of and the map says they'll go to one location but then they don't go there. Probably because they're drivers a lazy. Not surprised. read more

Not worth it. All they do is drive you to Pearl Harbor and you're on your own from 7:00am to 10:30am. The tour guide is not with you. And you have to sign up at a kiosk for standby tickets for USS Arizona. Tickets are not guaranteed. No tickets to anything are included. They engage in deceptive marketing as the description says: "Entry tickets to all the attractions on your tour are included" and "Entry tickets to the attractions on your tour will be provided by your guide on the day of your tour" and "Admission Included" for USS Arizona. The guide does not give you any tickets, and nowhere does it say that you will be on standby for USS Arizona. On the way back, there is one stop at King Kamehameha Statue and you'll pass by some other sites, but it was quick and not really worth it. This is not much more than a very expensive Uber ride to Pearl Harbor. I recommend taking an Uber instead and saving your money. read more

The tour was great ..... cut short due to the volcano erupting .... but hey what an experience, our driver got us to a half mile away. Kona Coffee, Hawaiian Bread Bakery, Black Sands Beach, Sea Turtles, Big Island Candies .... What a great trip!! read more

We took the road to Hana tour with Lisa and it was absolutely incredible! She is an amazing tour guide and treats everyone like family. We got to stop at so many stops along the way and try new foods while learning fun facts about the island. Thank you Lisa for a great day! 10/10 would recommend this tour!! read more

The Oahu Grand Circle Island Experience from Waikiki: We were originally scheduled to meet around 7:20 AM. However, the bus didn't arrive until about 8:00 AM. We recognized the name on the bus and attempted to board, but the driver told us we weren't on the list and that our bus would arrive later. At around 8:20 AM, I called the company to ask where our bus was. The representative initially seemed confused, and it appeared that our names weren't on the list. About 15 minutes later, he called back to say, "The driver is on his way back." It turned out that the driver we had spoken to earlier was our actual bus driver all along! When he came back, he still called out the wrong names, and even after we spoke to someone at the office, he was given incorrect information again. As a result of this mix-up, my girlfriend and I were unable to sit together for the entire 10-hour ride. On top of that, we lost about 1-2 hours just waiting. Since buses are likely required to return by a certain time, that delay probably cut 1-2 hours off our actual sightseeing time as well. Another issue is the company's policy of allowing, and seemingly encouraging, very young children on board. Their policy allows children under 2 years old to join the tour, which I find completely unreasonable. There was a 9-month-old baby on board (we overheard the parents mention the age), and the baby cried for about 70% of the trip. The inconsiderate parents sat right in the front, and due to the constant crying, we could barely hear the tour guide. While I understand that babies are allowed on flights and other forms of travel and it is unavoidable, bringing a crying infant on a 10-hour tour bus is inconsiderate, and this couple went to sleep a few times while the baby was crying, (WHY EVEN GO ON THE TOUR TO BEGIN WITH?!). While the main blame falls on the parents, the company should have an age minimum for these types of tours. The crying disrupted the experience for all the other paying customers, we were all talking about it amongst each other during the stops. Additionally, It stated that "snacks are provided," but only beverages were actually offered. While the tour itself wasn't worth the money, the bigger issue is the waste of time. We only have so many days to enjoy this beautiful island, and losing an entire day of our vacation is time we will never get back. There are plenty of tour companies to choose from, so it's easy to go with someone else. If you're considering this tour, I strongly recommend choosing a different company. I can only give a review based on my experience, if it was not for the grievances listed above, this would have been an OK tour. read more

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Brain was amazing. He went out of his way for us. He was very patient with us. My mom & I will definitely request him. read more

Aloha Sunshine Tours - Pearl Harbor - Bus Tours Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

DO NOT BOOK! They started by exporting $189 dollars after already paying almost $1000 dollars for the tour, claiming the airfare was more expensive than expected. No where in the billing did they note that prices vary. Given we were already in Hawaii we decided to suck it up as they refused a refund. We went on the tour with an open mind not wanting to ruin the day. Our tour guide was horrible...we stopped at the pearl harbor museum which was listed as a 3 hour stop. We asked what time to be back at the bus...he said take your time. We were then rudely flagged down in the gift shop and scolded saying that we ruined the stops for the rest of the tour. We spoke to the other guests...they said we were only a few minutes behind them. To end the day...he went off on a political soap box and spewed MANY in correct facts....never use this company...oh and van was run down read more

Initially we booked out tour of and were quoted a fee of $1,000 that included airfare from Maui which is where we were staying. The night before the tour we were told they wanted an additional $190. We said it was too much and it was unfair because the price was guaranteed at $1000. We tried to cancel and get out money back but the refused. So rather than being out $1000, we paid the extortion. The tour itself was not good due to an obnoxious tour guide and a less than stellar bus. read more

We had an amazing experience with our wonderful and amazing guide, Lisa. We learned so much about Hawaii and the culture, as well as enjoying some of the delicious delights. And there are no words to describe the beauty we took in. Thank you so much Lisa, for your professionalism, your wonderful personality and your guidance. We loved getting to you know you and appreciate you making us feel like family on this tour. You're one of kind and we loved you. This is definitely a tour to take again. Thanks again! Love, Maura, Maria and Shannon read more

Well, we tried Aloha Sunshine Tours a second time the next day. This time on the island of Ohau. We thought maybe yesterday was a fluke. Our guide, Leean, was terrible. She was a remnant of a 60's hippie love child. She spent a lot of the time lecturing us on how we should all love each other and ranting against rich people. She also kept ranting against "They!" And how "they" want to oppress us. I finally asked her who "they" are. She replied 'The elite." The tour itself was also horrible as we spent so much time at tourist trap stores instead of informative stops. Usually, you would expect stops to include some type of demonstration explaining how their product is made, etc. NOPE, not on this tour; just "opportunities to shop their goods." Two days in Hawaii; two tours by Aloha Sunshine and both horrible! Be very careful if you book with Aloha; you may regret it! read more

Brandon was great on the Volcano tour. Wonderful experience! Mount Kilauea was erupting and the lava tube was amazing.

Great fun and relaxing time with Papa P recommend by California friends. ps. We found my phone. Thank you for caring. read more

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Anthony was the tour guide on our tour yesterday. It was a fun and informative tour of the island. Ask for Anthony when you book your tour.

We booked a Pearl Harbor tour for our family of 11 which included a flight from Kauai. The Hawaiian airlines flight from Kauai was 30 minutes late and this just sent the tour guide into a total panic. We waited for 30 minutes at the airport for him to pick us up and then we didn't have tickets to Pearl Harbor so we had to wait in line. Which would have been totally fine, but he was rushing us because he had to get to the other tour spots. We rushed out of Pearl Harbor and then found the bus in the parking lot broken down. The guide indicated to us that he would probably not be able to get us back to the airport until 15 minutes before our flight back to Kauai, so we decided to leave the tour and explore Pearl Harbor on our own. We had a great day on our own and that was 100% the right decision, but wasted something like $2000 on a tour that we didn't get to go on. I feel like the company should be better prepared to deal with unexpected situations and this tour includes way too many spots that are way too far away to be able to leave room for any unforeseen circumstances. We felt so bad leaving our guide because it wasn't his fault and he was going to miss out on a day of tips, but we just couldn't risk getting stranded in Oahu for a night. read more

This is a review for Dell our tour guide for the road to Hana in Maui. I heard this tour company just started expanding to this island so they probably don't have their own business page for Maui yet. Dell arrived to pick us up for our excursion at 7am with a very can do attitude! Despite our group being only 5 people, he did not in anyway relax his enthusiasm for the culture and love of this island. He shared many stories of personal experiences as well as local legends and history of Hana. I felt like he found a good balance of educating us on how to respect the natives as well as make us feel welcome to the land. He entertained all of our stupid questions and joked around wildly with us. His personality elevated our overall experience. He is so personable and caring, making sure to give us tips on how to enjoy every stop we made. One thing I noted especially was his kindness, obviously being friendly is a necessity to any customer service job, but Dell went beyond this call of duty. Our mom has a bad knee and he stuck by her for most of our walking activities to be sure she could comfortably explore the landscape. She also got a bit car sick from the toss and turns and he stopped for her to make sure she could get fresh air and a bag in case her lunch wanted to make an encore appearance. Our day with him was spectacular! After he dropped us back off at our hotel, he sent us a list of all his favorite spots, from food to activities and beaches. He told us he had not been working for the company long but I can see him being a perfect example and asset to representing Aloha Sunshine Tours! Mahalo Dell!!! read more

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Had a great time with Eric. Super friendly and he got us where we needed to go. Thank you!! read more

Aloha Sunshine Tours - Bus Tours Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Wonderful way to see the island of Oahu! Especially if you have a good group of people that would enjoy the private experience. And if I'm being honest, our tour guide Papa P is the real gem of the tour. Papa P really made the tour great with all the personal stories and notes about the island. I would recommend coming on this private tour and wouldn't hesitate to go on the tour again. Thank you Aloha Sunshine read more

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Our tour guide, Mel, was fantastic. His knowledge of the big island's flora, fauna, and history was impressive, as was his knowledge of Hawaiian culture and customs. I've traveled extensively and can say he is the best tour guide I have ever had. His driving was careful and he was very courteous the entire time. We asked many questions, and he was patient and knowledgeable in his replies. He made the tour interesting and enjoyable. We only went on the tour to see Volcanos National Park, but it was so much more. Because of him, I'm giving a 5-star rating. As a side note: I called their office the day before the tour with some questions. Whenever any customer relations person starts a sentence with "No disrespect intended," it's already disrespectful. She chewed me out for calling the day before and not sooner. I know she was having a bad day due to many flight cancellations, but that certainly wasn't my fault. The way she spoke to me was insulting. I would have canceled our tour if I could have gotten a refund. Ultimately, I'm glad I didn't because Mel more than made up for the rudeness I experienced the day before. read more

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Provide a shuttle to pearl harbor. No tour guided experience. Additionally neglected to provide shuttle back to hotel though family of five arrived at pick up location 15 min early and called multiple times to find out they left "early". Cut out the middle man. This company offers no service or value added. Buy your own tickets and take a uber. The "tour guide" isnt even allowed to be inside pearl harbor exhibit. Total scam. read more

Our experience with Aloha Sunshine Tours was so amazing thanks to our amazing tour guide Papa P! He was very knowledgeable about Hawaiin history since he was born there. He was so kind that he made a palm tree braid crown for my fiancé and I since we recently had gotten engaged on Honolulu. He even took out his guitar and played and sang, "Can't help falling in love with you" by Elvis and dedicated the song to my fiancé and I . This man deserves a raise! If you take this tour in Honolulu and get Papa P as your tour guide you will be greatly blessed and are in for an unforgettable tour! read more

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I booked 2 tours (Maui-road to Hana and Pearl Harbor) and was very pleased with the quality of each. Aloha Sunshine Tours would send emails as I got closer to each tour day - good communications. They employee locals as tour guides who have excellent local knowledge as they drive you along your adventure tours. Their meeting points and times were always accurate and the descriptions of the tours are dead on. Strong recomendation for this family owned tour company. read more

What a fun day!! Anthony was the best tour guide!! He was so friendly, hospitable, informative, and patient. One guy left his phone at a prior destination and he went right back for it. ​ read more

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We did the island tour starting with Pearl Harbor, going to the Dole Plantation, Polynesian Cultural Center, and more. Johnny Aloha, our tour guide with the vibe of a hip, cool uncle (or "cousin" as they say in Hawaii), one who knows how to show the kids a good time, and can be trusted to drive safe, keep everyone on schedule, keep the language PG-13 or better, and find music that suits everyone on the road trip. Being so adaptable and friendly to all of the people on board made it conducive to everyone being the same way with each other, and showing interest and celebratory attitudes to fellow travelers. By contrast, when we stopped at Pearl Harbor, we noticed that another driver (for this same company) was having a really bad day, was being acerbic, hostile and cussing, and was rude to our driver (all because she had forgotten to bring her phone charger). Johnny took it all in stride, was very professional and laid back and assured us that we were all good and, again, swirled us all around into a fun-focused mindset. Pearl Harbor has a lot of first-come-first-served standby protocols, but we followed Johnny's instructions and all were able to get on the first boat over to the USS Arizona Memorial. He really crammed a lot into a single one-day trip and was terrific from start to finish, pointing out historical, significant, trendy and just amazing points of interest, while keeping us safe (watch out to not step on the kukui nuts when you walk on the grass), and making sure we all maximized the trip, like giving us the option of getting a free Dole-whip ice cream cone at the restaurant where we ate lunch if we scanned a QR code and gave a good review. His friendly interactions with other tour guides, vendors and people around the island was great proof that you can create great environments around you and other like-minded people. read more

By far the best Pearl Harbor, dole plantation, Polynesian cultural center and other private excursions tour...the ONLY reason it was such a great tour? You guy guessed it, because of our awesome tour guide ANTONY!!!! He made this tour a memorable one that we will remember for years to come!!! Coming from a retail background, Anthony literally went above and beyond the steps of customer service!!! He made us feel comfortable and secure when leaving our personal belongings in the shuttle, as in Pearl Harbor, there are no bags allowed...we were picked up and dropped off at our hotel in Waikiki....didn't worry about an Uber ride at all!!! Trust me, you can't go wrong with Anthony!!! You will not be disappointed :) read more

This is for Dell, our guide on the Road to Hana tour on Maui. He was great! He kept such a positive and fun attitude throughout the tour, even when we had a really inconsiderate couple on the tour who made the whole group wait for them on more than one occasion. He was a great driver too. We were scared off by everyone talking about motion sickness prior to booking, but it was totally fine! The tour itself is pretty nice. A bit pricey (their price is very competitive with all others - so no need to price shop around) - it would be kind of a drag to drive yourself with the one-way bridges and such. We did get to stop at waterfalls and beaches and go into the water, which was great. One tip: We planned like crazy in advance for this and stocked up on food and drink, but it turned out we had a very long stop at Safeway to start the trip, so you can just wait and get anything you need there. I actually wish they let us know this in advance. read more