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Highlights
Come join us on a culinary and cultural adventure as we take you on a walking tour (About 0.5 mile - 8 stops) beyond Oahu’s popular tourist destination to see and taste the unique cultures and foods that make Hawaii the melting pot of the world. On this walking tour, you will also experience Oahu’s architectural and historic character with a distinctive sense of time and place with a truly rich sensory experience. See, touch, smell, & taste your way - from the fresh fish & meat markets, fresh fruit vendors, ethnic and exotic foods to modern day fusion restaurants. This all-inclusion gastronomic food tour will leave you with a better understanding of Hawaii’s diverse history & multi-cultural heritage that has shaped local culture, food, & language.
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Robert_B
This was a great opportunity to learn about Hawaiian food - especially the influence of pacific rim countries. The tour takes place in Chinatown and of course the Chinese influence is big. We got to sample things that most people have never ever heard of. I think this is a great tour for foodies. If you like to try new and interesting things, this is a great experience. Our guide was knowledgeable and helpful and went out of his way to find interesting things for us to try.
My advice is to arrive hungry.
Kenneth_K
This was the food tour real food people want. Save the shave ice and shrimp truck tour for the pedestrians. This tour is for serious eaters looking for something different and new. Visit and support many local businesses that are still producing the food the help build Hawaii.
Victor is amazing tour leader with a connection to the businesses that will make your taste buds smile. He works hard to make the tour memorable for everyone.
Take this tour and you'll be in the know.
Laurene_R
Victor is a terrific guide! We went to food stalls and markets in Chinatown, where we ate very fresh, local Hawaiian, Chinese and Phillipino dishes. Unlike other culinary tours that focus on restaurant meals, this tour brought us to local markets and food stalls that we would never have found on our own. The "samples" are actually small meals--more than we could eat-so we brought plenty back to our hotel with us. We'll always remember this great experience!
About This Deal
Stop At: Honolulu, Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii
Local Manapua - Tasty pastries made with sweet bread and savory meat fillings
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Honolulu, Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii
Pork Adobo (Savory Filipino Braised Meats) & Banana Lumpia (Fried Filipino Fruit Dessert)
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Chinatown, 100 N Beretania St, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96817-4712
Chinese Dumplings (Dim sum), Shrimp Dumplings & Minced Pork/Mushroom Dumplings
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Honolulu, Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii
Fresh Local Fruits - We check out some exotic locally grown fruits (depends on seasons and what looks good while we are there)
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Honolulu, Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii
Oahu Fish Market - We go to a seafood market and try fresh Japanese style seafood (Depends on availability)
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Chinatown, 100 N Beretania St, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96817-4712
Roast Meats - Different types of roast meats and also organs
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Chinatown, 100 N Beretania St, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96817-4712
Vietnamese Dishes - Nem chua (cured pork with herbs and spices and fruits) & Pandan Cake
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Chinatown, 100 N Beretania St, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96817-4712
Hawaiian Style Poke - Seasoned raw fish - No introduction needed for Hawaii's most popular food
Duration: 15 minutes
Sample Menu
• Local Manapua - Tasty pastries made with sweet bread and savory meat fillings
• Pork Adobo & Banana Lumpia - Filipino braised meat
• Chinese Dumplings (Dim sum) - Shrimp Dumplings & Minced Pork/Mushroom Dumplings
• Fresh Local Fruits - We check out some exotic locally grown fruits (depends on seasons and what looks good while we are there)
• Oahu Fish Market - We go to a seafood market to see what is fresh/available
• Roast Meats - Different types of roast meats and also organs
• Vietnamese Dishes - Nem chua (cured pork)
Pandan Cake
• Hawaiian Style Poke - No introduction needed for Hawaii's most popular food
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Lunch - All tastings/snacks + lunch + beverages will be included
- Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off
Exclusions
- Gratuities
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Please note that we only pick up within the Honolulu & Waikiki areas!
Hotel Pick Up / Drop off – Please list Hotel Name or Airbnb when booking otherwise you will need to contact us at least 24 hours prior to your tour start day and time.
Pick up from your hotel lobby or AirBNB residence between 9:00-9:30 am (Depending on local traffic conditions).
You will be notified the day before of your tour of the exact pick up window and other pick up details.
Departure Time
09:30 AM
Duration
3 hours
Voucher Info
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Hawaii Free Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
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Fine Print
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