North Shore
Local Sampler Tour
Local Sampler Tour
9:00–9:15 AM
9:15–9:30 AM
Safe & Clean
Our 25 passenger minibus is clean, comfortable, and built for sightseeing — with high ceilings, big windows, and an elevated view.
Tour Details
Locally owned + operated | One bus per day | Boutique small-group experience
Hotel pickup from Turtle Bay Resort + Courtyard Marriott Lā’ie
A late-start, small-group North Shore sampler tour for guests staying up north who want a relaxed, car-free way to explore.
Pickup windows:
Please be ready 10 minutes early. One 25-passenger minibus per day ensures personalized attention and relaxed pacing.
We improve the tour daily using feedback from guests + locals.
Perfect for guests who want to:
✔ explore without renting a car
✔ learn the North Shore before renting a car
✔ shop + eat local
✔ avoid crowds + tourist traps
✔ support North Shore businesses
✔ enjoy behind-the-scenes perks
We alternate:
Private tours available for weddings + groups.
We built this tour with continuous input from local businesses, hotel partners, and guests.
Expect a curated blend of:
We:
Pickup:
Possible stops:
Return to hotels ~3:00 PM.
Route may be adjusted based on group interest and local conditions.
$200 per person • Only 25 seats per day
Includes:
Duration: 5–6 hours
Stops: 6–8 approx.
Pickup/dropoff at Turtle Bay Ritz + Courtyard Marriott Lā’ie.
⚠️ Applies only to bookings made directly through our website.
We run the tour the way we’d want to experience Oʻahu—authentic, personal, flexible, and fun.
We’re local North Shore residents who live near the resorts and personally know the businesses we visit.
Our mission:
Reserve early—only 25 seats per day.
Book:
Hold your seats with confidence:
Save your spot now, adjust plans later.
North Shore
This is our general route, but we adjust for weather, holidays, traffic, construction, events, and the interests and activity levels of each group.
Receive a fragrant Hawaiian welcome to enjoy all day and take home.
Explore a historic marketplace with unique shops and tasty samples.
Enjoy local roasts and macadamia-infused treats crafted nearby.
Sample small-batch North Shore chocolate straight from local makers.
Choose a tropical scent and stamp your own personalized soap bar.
Crack and taste fresh macadamia nuts right at the source.
View legendary breaks like Pipeline, Sunset, and Waimea Bay.
See top snorkel tide pools, food trucks, and coastal shops.
See the famed surf beach and iconic cliff jump from a scenic viewpoint.
Learn when and how to visit this stunning botanical valley waterfall.
Pass popular turtle-watching spots and learn respectful viewing tips.
See Haleʻiwa’s iconic bridge spanning the serene Anahulu River.
Discover Hawaiʻi’s surf-culture hub with deep plantation roots.
Browse authentic surf gear, clothing, and handmade local goods.
Snap memorable shots like the Haleʻiwa wings and tropical drinks.
Taste Ted’s Bakery’s iconic creamy coconut pie near Sunset Beach.
Enjoy seasonal fruit, banana bread, and sweet banana lumpia.
Sip straight from the coconut, then scoop out the tender meat.
Watch artists carve on site and request an engraved keepsake.
Browse jewelry and art handcrafted by local artisans.
Find unique wearable and display pieces perfect for souvenirs.
Learn where local shrimp comes from and how the farms evolved.
Explore the island’s famous shrimp trucks and local vendors.
Taste legendary spots like Giovanni’s and off-menu local gems.
Savor smoky, flame-roasted chicken from beloved roadside stands.
Options available for every preference and restriction.
Try warm, sugar-dusted Portuguese doughnuts beloved across Hawaiʻi.
Cool off with a tropical treat that’s photo-worthy and refreshing.
Enjoy vibrant bowls topped with local fruit and crunchy toppings.
Try the island way—with ice cream layered underneath.
Taste iconic pineapple soft-serve and natural variations.
See how pineapples really grow in the rich North Shore soil.
Arrive back early afternoon with plenty of time to relax before evening plans.
Get Your
You’ll get the maps instantly when you book online as a digital download you can print and write on, or you can pick them up at your hotel activity desk or onboard the bus on the day of your tour.
Oʻahu Attractions Map features island-wide highlights to help you plan and personalize your adventure.
The North Shore Haleʻiwa Map showcases local favorites for food, drinks, and shops.
Waikīkī Foodie Map guides you to the most popular and non-touristy eats, all curated by locals.