Pearl Harbor & Oahu Circle Island Tour

Arizona Memorial, Dole Pavillion, North Shore & More

Pearl Harbor and Oahu Circle Island

Combine a historic tour of Pearl Harbor with a complete van tour around the Island of Oahu. This Pearl Harbor tour includes a 22-minute documentary film of the attack at Pearl Harbor followed by a Navy Boat ride to the Arizona Memorial. The memorial is suspended over the USS Arizona and is a solemn reminder of the 1,177 souls interned below in the sunken battleship who died that fateful day.

The 2nd part of this tour is our Circle Island Oahu, taking in the beauty of the island from every side. Travel from the stunning beaches of Oahu’s North Shore to the lush rainforests of the Ko`olau Mountains to the rocky coastline or the South Shore of the island and return to west side and Honolulu. The diverse scenery is just part of what makes Oahu so special, and you will see it all! Listed below are the highlights of your combo tour.

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Oahu & Pearl Harbor Circle Island Tour

Highlights

Pick up from Waikiki Hotel or Pier
Visit Oahu’s World War 2 Valor In the Pacific National Monument
Pearl Harbor Visitor Center
USS Arizona Memorial
Pacific Park Museums
Dole Pineapple Plantation
Scenic Island Lookout Lāʻie Point
Oahu’s Famous North Shore Beaches
Legendary Oahu Surf Spots

Macadamia Nut Farm
Waimea Bay & Sunset Beach
Waimanalo Beach Park
Historic Nuʻuanu Pali Lookout
South Shore Oahu‘s Rocky Shoreline
Halona Blowhole Lookout
Hanauma Bay Lookout (Closed Tuesdays)
Rabbit Island from Makapu’u Lookout, Kahala Estates Homes & Mansions

Tour Description

Enjoy a day exploring the entire island of Oahu and some of itʻs most popular attractions starting with a visit to the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor. We visit this national monument and memorial by boarding a Navy skip after watching a short film with historic footage of Hawaii.

Leaving Pearl Harbor, we take a journey in a large circle around the island of Oahu, visiting special sites, stopping at overlooks and getting a full historical, cultural experience of the “Gathering Isle”. Highlights include a blowhole, the Pali lookout, great north shore beaches, coastal viewpoints and peninsulas and even the Dole Pineapple Pavilion.

We also explore historic Honolulu as we make our way back to your hotel or condo. Cruise ship and airport drop off is also available.

Sample Itinerary

6:30 AM to 5:30 PM* (approximate pick-up and return time to Waikiki, pick up from hotel will be noted in your confirmed itinerary)

6:30 AM	Pickup From Waikiki Hotels, Condos or Pier
7:30 AM	Arrive at Pearl Harbor & go watch an historical film
8:00 AM	Board Navy Launch to USS Arizona Memorial
8:30 AM	Return to Pearl Harbor Visitors Center to view Exhibits & Museums
10:00 AM	Depart to North Shore with stop at Dole Pineapple Plantation
10:45 AM	Enjoy the shops, pineapple whip and other attractions at the Dole Pavillion
11:00 AM	Arrive in North Shore area
12:30 PM	Lunch on your own, your guide will recommend a few options for lunch in Haleiwa Town.
1:30 PM	Over the next few hours we make our way down the coast visiting these great Oahu highlights Turtle Beach Waimea Bay Sunset Beach Laie Town Mac Nut Farm Pali Lookout South Oahu Hanauma Bay Kahala million dollar homes
5:30 PM	Return to Waikiki

*We may change tour stops due to traffic, availability and other circumstances like weather or safety.

Price & Availability

Adult	$114.99
Child (2-12 yrs)	$104.99

The USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor is open and accessible to all tour visitors except on December 7th each year.

Meal Options

For lunch, we stop in the North Shore town of Haleiwa where you can wander the town and get some food on your own (meals are not included in the price of this tour). Your guide will let you know the best options for the time you have in this area. A popular stop is Haleiwa Joes.

Tour route may change slightly, day-to-day, so your guide may choose to take you to some classic north shore food trucks and stop in Haleiwa later in the day. Talk to your guide about the best experience and food options for that day.

There are options for packaged and pre-prepared food at Pearl Harbor Visitor Center.

A cooler full of complimentary cold, non-alcoholic drinks will be available on the tour vehicle throughout the day for your enjoyment.

Attire

Swimsuits are not allowed at Pearl Harbor. Please dress in a decent manner as we visit some solemn and sacred places on this tour. The USS Arizona Memorial holds the graves of over 1000 sailors. Footwear and shirts are required. The weather does change throughout the journey so we suggest you bring a light jacket and shoes, as some of the pathways are uneven.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel at any time up to 48 hours before your tour start with no charge. Book with confidence now and know that you have your ideal days and tours booked for an epic Hawaiian vacation. Tours that include flights are subject to cancellation and change fees.

Special Instructions

Round-trip Waikiki Hotel Transportation
No bags of any type allowed at Pearl Harbor. Bags must be checked at Pearl Harbor entrance for $3.00 per bag
We recommend sunscreen, hat, & sunglasses
Wear comfortable shoes
Shirts Required
Bring Bottled Water
Don’t forget your camera! (No camera lens longer than 6 inches allowed at Pearl Harbor)
Tour is not available during these 3 Holidays, Thanksgiving,
Christmas and New Years Day
Punchbowl National Cemetery closed on all Federal Holidays, except
Memorial Day; tours are unable to enter cemetery on those days.

Complete Pearl Harbor and Oahu Circle Island Tour Features

Pearl Harbor Visitor Center Directions Sign Oahu

Pearl Harbor Visitor Center Grounds and Bridge

Pearl Harbor Visitor Center Boat at Dock

Pearl Harbor Boat Ride Arizona Memorial Visitors Oahu

Pearl Harbor National Monument

Our day begins with a stop at Pearl Harbor. This National Monument includes numerous museums and exhibits in and around the Visitor Center. After a brief historical film screening of the Pearl Harbor attack, we’ll board a Navy skip an motor out to the Arizona Memorial. Walk the deck of this amazing memorial building suspended over the sunken battleship. Talk to a volunteer veteran, read the historical signs and plaques. Enter the solemn room housing the “Wall of Remembrance” where the names of all 1,177 of the fallen sailors aboard the sunken battleship are etched in marble.

Dole Plantation Entrance and Visitors Oahu

Dole Plantation Microcephalus Pineapple in Garden Oahu

Dole Plantation

We’ll next head north from Pearl Harbor to get some great treats at the Dole Pineapple Plantation. This stop has a variety of exhibits that celebrate the history of pineapples in Hawaii. Explore the pavilion store that holds some great souvenirs as well as the “Dole Whip” – the best pineapple ice cream on the island! There is also a vintage train, the worlds largest outdoor maze, the pineapple gardens and other paid attractions at this location for you to enjoy (not included in tour price) if you choose. Relax on the porch enjoy a snack, but not too much as our next stop is for lunch…

North Shore Ohau Beaches Alii Beach at Haleiwa

Haleiwa Store Lots Sign North Shore History Oahu

North Shore Food Trucks Ono Yo and Bus Oahu

Haleiwa & Lunch / Shopping Stop

We’ll stop in this classic North Shore surf & resort town with time to explore the shops and restaurants. Your guide can recommend a number of places for lunch including a local favorite, Haleiwa Joes. There are many interesting sights in Haleiwa including another local favorite treat, Shave Ice. Your guide will give you time to explore more shops before heading to several famous North Shore beaches. There may also be the option for the guides to stop at the North Shore food trucks (the locally farmed shrimp is amazing!) for a truly authentic “island” experience. Talk to your guide that day for the options.

North Shore Oahu & Beaches

See the surfer lifestyle in action as we drive through various small North Shore communities, each with their own style and offerings. We stop to explore places like Waimea Bay, Sunset Beach and other famous beaches and overlooks. Often, we are able to stop and watch the surfers tackle the legendary big waves during the winter months. It is an awe inspiring sight!

Windward Oahu Visitors at Overlook Sandy Beach Oahu

Windward Pali Coastline Visitors Overlook Oahu

Scenic Overlooks

As we move around the island in a large loop, we stop at various coastal and pali (cliff) overlooks that provide outstanding views. Your guide will share stories of locations with important historical or culturally significants to the Hawaiian people. Hear the stories of the ancient past and learn how Kamehameha and the ancient Hawaiian chiefs battled and ruled over the land.

Koolau Mountains at Kualoa Ranch Coconut Tree

Windward Oahu

Witness the transformation of the land as we drive around the island. From the flat farm lands of central Oahu to the lush north and eastern shores to the windswept and raw rock peninsulas of arches and blowholes of the southern shores to the populated western side that includes Honolulu, you’ll see and learn about the entire island. The historic towns and incredible views will make you want to continue exploring all day long! We’ll make many stops including a Macadamia Nut Farm, various beach parks, multiple lookouts and so much more!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between this tour and other circle island tours?

This tour includes a stop at the most popular attraction in Hawaii, Pearl Harbor. A tour of the island is not complete without a visit to the USS Arizona Memorial. If you are looking to see some of the other spots like Waimea Valley and Valley of the Temples on a Circle Island tour, check our the Grand Circle Island or our Circle Island with Waimea Valley tour.

How many people are on this tour with a single guide?

We provide only small group tours of 12 persons or less. At Pearl Harbor we may be grouped in with a larger amount of people for certain parts of that experience. We provide this tour in our Mercedes Sprinter vehicles with max 12 passengers (10 passengers if you are on a tour with flights).

What options are there for food?

At Pearl Harbor there is a small snack stand. We also will stop at the Dole Plantation, Haleiwa town and various stops throughout the day that will provide food for purchase. Your guide will have some recommendations based upon the group and what your custom needs may be. Shrimp and other food trucks are highly rated and are a personal preference of your guides as the quality and variety helps satisfy most guests.

Can we be picked up at places other than in Waikiki?

Yes, talk to our team as we provide tour pickup at the Cruise ship Pier, the airport, private residences and Airbnb throughout the island as well as other cities like North Shore and Ko Olina. A pickup fee will be required and certain dates may be unavailable.

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