Pearl Harbor Deluxe Tour From Maui, Kauai or The Big Island

Highlights

Description

This day trip will be a captivating, immersive journey into the history of Pearl Harbor. Your day begins with a convenient pick-up from Honolulu airport, followed by an enlightening exploration of the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, accented by engaging audio tours and displays.

A short documentary outlines the events of December 7th, 1941, and sets the tone as you head out by boat to the solemn Arizona Memorial. Step aboard the USS Bowfin Submarine for a glimpse into the seafaring lives of the brave souls that resided within, before marveling at the imposing magnitude of the USS Missouri Battleship. Here, you'll trace the end of World War II across her decks and delve into the intricacies of her below-deck quarters.

The thrill of history takes flight at the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, where you can marvel at a variety of WWII aircraft and engage in interactive exhibits like the exciting flight simulator.

To conclude your day, enjoy a leisurely van tour of historic Honolulu and Waikiki, featuring iconic landmarks like King Kamehameha’s Statue and Iolani Palace. With a return to the airport around 5:30 PM, this tour ensures a day filled with rich history, insightful learning, and the vibrant spirit of Hawaii.

*Parking: Beginning April 15, 2023, Pearl Harbor National Memorial will charge a parking fee to all those arriving in personal or rented vehicles. The parking fee will be paid via a virtual pay system through visitors’ mobile devices or though an onsite kiosk located within the Visitor Center complex.
*Note: Due to unforeseeable circumstances, the Navy may need to suspend boat operations to the USS Arizona Memorial at any time, or they may impose a capacity restriction on the boat. As a result, you may be placed in a standby line. Unfortunately, in these cases, there will be no refunds. You are still free to enjoy the Visitor’s Center, exhibits, and park monuments. Please accept our apologies in advance.

Price & Availability

Activity & Event Itinerary

• 7:30 AM - Pick up at Honolulu International Airport
• 8:00 AM - Arrive at Pearl Harbor, World War 2 Valor In The Pacific National Monument
• 9:00 AM - View documentary film about the day of the attack
• 9:30 AM - Board Navy boat fortranport to the USS Arizona Memorial
• 10:15 AM - Visit museums and exhibits of Pearl Harbor’s Visitor Center
• 11:15 AM - board the USS Bowfin Submarine and visit the museum
• 12:15 AM - Take a shuttle and cross the bridge onto Ford Island
• 1:30 AM - Arrive at the USS Missouri Battleship. Tour above and below decks.
• 2:00 PM - Depart to Pearl Harbor Aviation for a no-host lunch at the Laniakea Cafe
• 2:45 - PM Explore the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum
• 3:45 - PM Board shuttle to leave Ford Island
• 4:15 - PM Depart to Honolulu Historic Sites which are viewed from the tour vehicle including, Iolani Palace, King Kamehameha Statue, Kawahawoi Church, Historic Downtown, Waikiki, Chinatown and more
• 5:30 - PM Return to the airport

*Tour stops may change due to weather, construction or other unavoidable circumstances for the safety of our guests.

Meals

Lunch is not included in this tour but there are a variety of options for food and drink throughout the day. Please be sure to bring water. There are free water refill locations. Locations to sit down and eat are at the Bowfin Museum at the visitor center, the Missouri Battleship and the Laniakea Cafe at the Aviation Museum.

Attire & Bag Policy

Attire:
Dress comfortably but please remember that shirts and shoes are required on the USS Arizona Memorial; swimsuits not permitted. Bags are not allowed in Pearl Harbor Visitor Center but if needed may be checked and stored for $7.00 per small bag or $10.00 per large bag. It is recommended only essential items such as phones, wallets, and a water bottle or any needed medicines be brought on tour.
Bag Policy:

• While there is no official dress code to visit the Pearl Harbor Historic Sites, we ask visitors to dress appropriately and respectfully. Swimsuits are not acceptable. High heels, skirts, and dresses are also not recommended. Flip-flops and sandals are permitted; however, we encourage you to wear closed-toe shoes as there is a lot of walking when visiting the Pearl Harbor Historic Sites.
• For security reasons, no bags are allowed. Additionally, no iPad cases or clutch wallets are permitted. A wallet must be no larger than a regular-sized cell phone.

• Bags are not allowed in Pearl Harbor Visitor Center but if needed may be checked and stored for $7.00 per small bag or $10.00 per large bag. It is recommended only essential items such as phones, wallets, and a water bottle or any needed medicines be brought on tour.
• Bags that are allowed must be a clear bag approved by the US Navy, like the ones pictured below:

Cancellation Policy

Any inter-island tour or Oahu tours originating from the Islands of Maui, Big Island, and Kauai may incur up to $100.00 per person airline change fee (if flights are included in your tour) for any changes to the original booking (this is currently being waived by airlines). Any request for a refund prior to 72 hours will result in a full credit for a future tour and the credit for airline flights is only in reserved names.

Travel Insurance: A cash refund is available on tours with flights when you purchase the travel insurance (available during the booking process) and you have an emergency or had some unforeseen issue occur prior to 72 hours to your tour start date. No refunds are issued for any tours canceled or changed (even with insurance) within the 72-hour period, prior to the start of your tour.