Plantation Tours in Hawaii

Circle the entire island of Oahu by coach, enjoying ocean views, rugged mountains and fascinating history during this 8.5-hour day trip. Check out Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, Nu'uanu Pali, the Halona Blowhole and Oahu's beautiful North Shore. Then soak up Hawaiian history and culture with a stop at the Dole Plantation (where you'll sample some fresh pineapple) and the serene, Japanese-style Byodo-In Temple. This Oahu circle island tour also includes entrance fees at the temple and round-trip hotel transport.

Get an overview of Hawaii's fruits and plants in the Waikapu Valley during this ride on the Tropical Express at the Maui Tropical Plantation. This 45-minute tour loops around the lagoon and through the plantation, giving views of parts of the plantation only available on the Tropical Express. Learn about Hawaii's bountiful produce, including a stop by a tiki hut for a coconut-husking demo. Booking this popular tour in advance means you'll have your pick of days and times.

Enjoy an enchanted evening in Kauai with a gourmet dinner followed by one of the top-rated luaus on the island! Kick off the night with a Champagne reception and lei greeting at the historic Kilohana Plantation, then settle into a four-course meal of island favorites. After dinner, take in the mesmerizing Luau Kalamaku as dancers, fire-twirlers and musicians enact the story of the first Tahitian voyage to Hawaii. Your premier seat will provide a great view of all the vibrant action.

There's much more to the Big Island of Hawaii than volcanoes, waterfalls and luaus, and on this informative tour of the South Kona region, you'll learn the sacred history of this shoreline and sample the local honey and famous Kona coffee. With the help of a knowledgeable guide, you'll visit petroglyphs, look for green sea turtles and visit sacred Hawaiian temples. Even better: you'll hear the legends, mythology and lore of ancient Hawaii through today. This tour is capped at 15 people, so you're ensured a personalized experience.