PEARL HARBOR & POLYNESIAN CULTURAL CENTER TOUR
Departing from Maui, Kauai, or Big Island to Oahu tour three of the top attractions in Oahu, Pearl Harbor, and the Polynesian Cultural Center in one unforgettable day. Historical Pearl Harbor and the fascinating music, dance, and people of the Pacific featured at the Polynesian Cultural Center.
Begin with a stop at Pearl Harbor and the opportunity to board the USS Arizona Memorial, take in film footage of the attacks, and explore the museums and memorials at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. After Pearl Harbor, we'll drive by the famous Surfing Beaches of Oahu: next stop, the Polynesian Cultural Center for an afternoon of shows and demonstrations. We return you to the airport for your flight back to the neighboring island, which this tour price includes, later that afternoon.
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2 yrs+
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10-hour
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Kahului, Maui, Hawaii
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2 yrs+
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10-hour
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Kona, Hawaii
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2 yrs+
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10-hour
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Lihue, Kauai, Hawaii
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2 yrs+
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10-hour
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Hilo, Big Island, Hawaii
Pearl Harbor & Polynesian Cultural Center Tour From Maui, Kauai or Hawaiiʻs Big Island
Arizona Memorial & Museums
Visit historical Pearl Harbor to better understand this monumental site in the history of the United States. Here you can board the USS Arizona Memorial, view footage and learn about the history behind the attacks, and explore the memorials and museums located at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center.
Polynesian Cultural Center
Celebrate the colorful, unique and diverse cultures of Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, Tonga, Fiji and New Zealand at the Polynesian Cultural Center. Enter a world of Pacific traditions, featuring interactive exhibits at the islands of ancient Polynesia. Meet real-life Polynesians at Island Villages throughout the Center, each revealing unique cultural traditions, authentic demonstrations, stories, songs and dances, and much more. Discover the ideal tour for everyone and witness Pearl Harbor and the Polynesian Cultural Center on one tour. Explore paradise today!
Pearl Harbor Visitor Center
Having the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center be the starting point really helps you understand the events of December 7th, 1941. Watch a 23-minute film of the attack that includes historical footage of the attack, helping a timeline take shape that led to the US entering World War II all the way to Japan signing the Instruments of Surrender 4 years later. For non-English speaking visitors, every tour includes audio in 9 different languages, including Japanese, Chinese, Korean, French, Russian, Italian, German, and Spanish.
PCC & Pearl Harbor Tour From The Outer Islands
Highlights
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Honolulu Airport Pickup (Flights included from outer islands Maui, Big Island & Kauai)
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Historic World War II Narration
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Visit Oahu’s World War II Valor In The Pacific National Monument
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Historic Footage of the Attacks
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USS Arizona Memorial
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Pearl Harbor Visitor Center
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Polynesian Cultural Center Admission
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Lunch Included At Hukilau Marketplace
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Take A Hoku Pa’a Canoe Ride
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Watch Shows And Demonstrations
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Enjoy The Activities at Island Villages
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See Windward Shore Beaches
Description
This is a great tour for anyone who wants to maximize their Hawaiian vacation. Visit more than one island during your holiday and make a day trip to Oahu from Maui, Kauai, or Big Island.
A tour day starts with a flight to Honolulu, where you will be picked up curbside at the inter-island terminal. Our small group tours of 10 guests or less will ensure that you have a personal, memorable experience on Oahu.
Our first stop is to visit Pearl Harbor, where we can board the USS Arizona Memorial, explore the museums of the visitor center, and take in some historic footage from World War II.
Afterward, we start a journey towards the windward side of the island, making short stops at classic Oahu places or historic sites. These beautiful sites, quaint farms, and stunning overlooks all have stories to tell. Your guide will paint a wonderful picture of life on the islands from their personal experiences.
We take a break for lunch in the Hukilau Marketplace, where you have many options to choose from. Lunch is included in this tour. Fortify yourself before heading into the center to watch and participate in Polynesian cultural activities, games, shows, and demonstrations.
The Polynesian Cultural Center is a major part of this tour, here you will be immersed in the many different islands of Polynesia. Tahiti, Fiji, Samoa, Hawaii, Tonga, and New Zealand are well represented with games, shows, songs and stories. The few hours we have to spend will fly by as you explore the villages and exhibitions and talk to the performers who share their own experiences of their native homelands. Your guide will take you to their favorite spots and make sure you do not miss the highlights!
We return you to the airport for your flight back to the outer islands later that evening after making a couple of nice picture stops along the way.
Tour stops may change due to weather, construction, or other unavoidable circumstances for the safety of our guests.
*Note: Occasionally, unforeseen circumstances might lead the Navy to halt or limit the capacity of boat trips to the USS Arizona Memorial. Should this happen, you might be placed on a standby list. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide refunds in these instances, but we apologize for any inconvenience caused. Despite this, you will still have access to the exhibits, the Visitors’ Center, and other monuments within the park.
Price & Availability
10-Hour Polynesian Center & Pearl Harbor Tour With Flights From Kahului
AdultAges 12 yrs+ | $570.00 |
ChildAges 2-11 yrs | $550.00 |
10-Hour Polynesian Center & Pearl Harbor Tour With Flights From Kona
AdultAges 12 yrs+ | $570.00 |
ChildAges 2-11 yrs | $550.00 |
10-Hour Polynesian Center & Pearl Harbor Tour With Flights From Lihue
AdultAges 12 yrs+ | $620.00 |
ChildAges 2-11 yrs | $600.00 |
10-Hour Polynesian Center & Pearl Harbor Tour With Flights From Hilo
AdultAges 12 yrs+ | $620.00 |
ChildAges 2-11 yrs | $600.00 |
- Open on Monday, Friday, and Saturday. From 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- This tour only operates with early flight departure from Maui, we recommend you book in advance to secure your flight and seats on our mini bus tour.
Food & Drink
- There will be a few options to choose from our fixed-price menu which includes a drink. This tour includes a restaurant meal at the marketplace outside of the Polynesian Cultural Center. You will be able to customize your order with your wait staff upon arrival.
- There will be options to stop for treats and snacks throughout the tour. They are purchased on your own.
- We always encourage our guests to bring their refillable bottles for water on all our experiences.
Itinerary
For Guests from Maui, Big Island and Kauai - 10 hour tour
(Subject to change depending on Pearl Harbor Ticket Time)
7:00 AM | Catch your flight to Honolulu |
7:30 AM | Your local guide will pick you up curbside at the Inter-island terminal to take you to Pearl Harbor |
8:00 AM | We will head to the Pearl Harbor Visitors Center |
8:30 AM | Take a US Navy Launch to the USS Arizona Memorial |
10:30 AM | Ride to a gorgeous tropical farm |
11:30 AM | Head to the famous Polynesian Cultural Center |
12:00 PM | Lunch stop at the Hukilau Marketplace at the Polynesian Cultural Center |
12:40 PM | You are on your own to explore the shops |
1:00 PM | A fully guided tour of the Cultural Center's villages, shows, and exhibits |
1:15 PM | Once you've seen some of the highlight shows and most interesting activities around the center, you can go on a canoe ride, fish, play games, and more! |
5:00 PM | Return to Waikiki |
*Tour may change slightly due to weather and safety issues.
Instructions
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
In the event of cancellation or request change to your reservation, please note the following if you purchase trip insurance there is no charge for date change or tour change based on tour availability but must be made 72 hours prior to the original tour day. No refunds issued for any tours within the 72-hour period, prior to the start of your flights.
Pearl Harbor Tours that include airline flights from Maui, Big Island of Hawaii, or Kauai can qualify for a refund if guests add the $20 per person insurance during checkout. If you do not purchase insurance, there are no refunds for cancellations or no-shows. Rescheduling fees will be applied to change your dates. Tickets are non-transferrable.
No stop is guaranteed to be operating on the day of your tour. We have no control of Navy and Army operations which may result in the closure of Ford Island or the boats going to the Arizona Memorial without notice. In the event of this occurring, our guides will make up for it in a variety of ways so your experience is always worthwhile.
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