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Pearl Harbor and Historic Honolulu City Tour
Spend a morning at the Pearl Harbor Visitor’s Center and remember the sailors who lost their lives during the attacks on Pearl Harbor. Visit the site of the attacks with our expert tour guides, whose historic narration sets the stage for your tour.Experience the USS Arizona Memorial, one of Pearl Harbor’s most emotional, memorable sites. At the Visitor Center, you’ll have the opportunity to see authentic wartime artifacts, compelling museum displays, and contemplative open spaces designed with the country’s fallen soldiers in mind. Before returning to Waikiki, we’ll take you on a driving tour of historic Honolulu. See the Punchbowl National Cemetery of the Pacific, I’olani Palace, Kawaiahao Church, the Honolulu State Capitol Building, the statue of King Kamehameha the Great.
The best part of this tour? Taking in all of the history of Pearl Harbor, then taking a driving tour of Downtown Honolulu, and getting back to your hotel by lunchtime. That means more time to relax on the beach or attend a luau in the evening!
Seats are filling up fast. Be sure to book your Arizona Memorial Early Bird today!
WHAT YOU’LL GET
- TOUR HIGH LIGHTS
- U.S.S. ARIZONA MEMORIAL
- HONOLULU CITY TOUR
TOUR HIGH LIGHTS
Tour Highlights
- Pearl Harbor Visitor Center
- Pearl Harbor Museums & Memorials
- USS Arizona Memorial
- Unique Displays of War Memorabilia
- Hawaii State Capitol Building
- King Kamehameha the Great Statue
- Punchbowl National Cemetery
- Visit Oahu's Pacific Historic Park
- World War II Historic Narration
- Authentic Film Footage of Attacks
- Historic Downtown Honolulu City Tour
- Iolani Palace and Kawaiahao Church
- Historic Ali'iolani Hale
U.S.S. ARIZONA MEMORIAL
- Ride aboard a Naval vessel to the Arizona Memorial on Battleship Row!
- See the “black tears of the Arizona” (Iridescent oil, still trickling to the top of the harbor surface from the U.S.S. Arizona after 70 years!)
- Visit the gift shop for books, souvenirs and WWII memorabilia.
- Walk the grounds of the National Monument with informative displays
- View battleship row, the U.S.S. Bowfin Submarine
- See the Headquarters of the U.S.S. Pacific Fleet
- Discover many Navy vessels that might include destroyers and carriers
What you’ll do
This tour begins when we pick you up at your hotel or cruise ship departure point. While traveling to Pearl Harbor our expert guides will take you back in time with a historical recounting of the events leading up to the attack on Pearl Harbor.Upon arrival at the Valor in the Pacific National Monument you’ll have a chance to explore the museum filled with historical artifacts and documents that further set the stage of the attack on Pearl Harbor. You’ll also see a historic film featuring archive footage of the actual attack!
You’ll board an official United States Navy vessel for a ride across the bay to the site of the Arizona Memorial–suspended above the sunken battleship where 1,177 sailors gave the ultimate sacrifice for their country. You’ll see Pearl Harbor from the same vantage as the sailors did that fateful morning and bear witness to the names of the fallen. Insightful and Unforgettable, this tour is a must for any trip to the islands.
- Location: WWII Valor in the Pacific National Monument
- Difficulty Level: Easy
- Time Spent at Memorial: 2 hours approx.
Conditions
- The 23 min. documentary of the attack might be emotional to some visitors
- There is a 10-15 minute Navy boat ride over to the Memorial
- Subject to close for stormy weather
- Should be able to walk 4 city blocks
NOTE:The memorials are places of honor, inspiration, reflection, and quiet contemplation commemorating those who died during the attack of December 7, 1941. Visitors are asked to assist in maintaining an atmosphere of decorum and respect.
HONOLULU CITY TOUR
- 5 minute walk through Honolulu
- Punchbowl – National Cemetery of the Pacific
- Royal Iolani Palace
- Civic Center & State Capitol
- Kamehameha Statue
What you’ll do
Enjoy a tour of historic Honolulu, featuring buildings from the last Hawaiian Monarchy. Connect with Hawai‘i’s rich royal past. Stop and observe the city’s most historical sites including the ‘Iolani Royal Palace (the only place in the U.S. where a non-U.S. flag is allowed to fly by itself). The Aliiolani Hale, where the original “Hawai‘i 5-0” was filmed in the 1970’s. The Missionary Houses Museum, which have been restored to give you a glimpse of the architecture from the mid-1800’s. And the world famous statue of King Kamehameha the Great among many other historical sites and buildings.- Location: Downtown Honolulu
- Difficulty Level: Easy
- Time Spent at Memorial: 45 min approx.
Conditions
- Should be able to walk 2 city blocks
WHAT TO BRING:
Government Issued I.D.* Shirts & Footwear Required*, No Swim Wear* No Purses or Bags* allowed in the park.
Baggage storage is available for a nominal fee of $3 per bag at National Park entrance. Please do not leave valuables in the vehicles.
* Required by National Park
Baggage storage is available for a nominal fee of $3 per bag at National Park entrance. Please do not leave valuables in the vehicles.
* Required by National Park
- We recommend sunscreen, hat, & sunglassesWear comfortable shoes
- Don’t forget your camera! (No camera lens longer than 6 inches at Pearl Harbor)
- Leave your swimsuit at home
- Bring Bottled Water
HOTEL PICK-UP:
- Round-trip Waikiki Hotel Transportation
- Pick-up Location will be at consolidated location no more than 3 minutes from your hotel. Exact pick-up location will be printed on your confirmation letter.
- if Inter-Island tour: Passport or U.S. Government Issue ID Required for Airline boarding
MEAL OPTIONS:
No meals are served.
Tour & Tips Details
- Round-trip Waikiki Hotel Transportation
- Pick-up Location will be at consolidated location no more than 3 minutes from your hotel. Exact pick-up location will be printed on your confirmation letter.
- 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)
- Food and Drinks available at Pearl Harbor Visitor Center and at USS Bowfin Submarine Snack Bar
- Due to ceremonies honoring the attacks of December 7, 1941, we will not operate tours to Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial on December 7.
Disclaimer
Discover Hawaii Tours (DHT) cannot be held responsible for and cannot extend financial reimbursement for delays caused by factors such as traffic, weather, mechanical issues, or problems concerning Navy-operated shuttle boats. Ticketed access to the Arizona Memorial is first-come first-served, DHT cannot guarantee admission and cannot issue refunds if access to any tour stop is denied for any reason.
Due to ceremonies honoring the attacks of December 7, 1941, we will not operate tours to Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial on December 7, 2013.
Punchbowl National Cemetery closed on all Federal Holidays, except Memorial Day; tours are unable to enter cemetery on those days.
Due to ceremonies honoring the attacks of December 7, 1941, we will not operate tours to Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial on December 7, 2013.
Punchbowl National Cemetery closed on all Federal Holidays, except Memorial Day; tours are unable to enter cemetery on those days.
- Cancelation
- Guarantee
- Guides
Cancelation
You vacation is in good hands. With our hassle-free cancellation policy, it’s easy to reschedule or cancel your tour if something comes up. Just call us at least 48 hours in advance and you won’t be charged a cent. Unlike other tour companies, we never charge cancellation or change fees—not ever! Countless customers have thanked us for our simple refund policy. We know how important your vacation is, so you don’t have to worry about your tour reservations if your plans change. Our Guarantee to You: Receive a 100% refund if your plans change for any reason at least 48 hours prior to departure on tours that do not include airfare. Say goodbye to fees extra and charges.
No worries, no headaches, no questions: just part of our commitment to you!.
*Reservations cancelled within 48 hours of the event, or include airfare, are non-refundable.
- No cancellation penalties*
- No service fees
- No processing fees
- No change fees
No worries, no headaches, no questions: just part of our commitment to you!.
*Reservations cancelled within 48 hours of the event, or include airfare, are non-refundable.
Guarantee
Our Guarantee:
Receive a 100% refund if your plans change for any reason at least 48 hours prior to departure on tours that do not include airfare.- No cancellation penalties*
- No service fees
- No processing fees
- No change fees
Tours with airfare:
- Due to airline tickets restrictions, inter-island tours are non-refundable.
- Airline tickets are non-changeable and non-transferable.
*Reservations cancelled within 48 hours of the event are non-refundable. Our company will not share or exchange online information you provide to us (including email addresses). All personal information you submit is encrypted and secure.
Note :
We cannot guarantee lava sighting. However, this year many of our tours experienced a lava sighting, so it is a possibility. We cannot reimburse you if you don’t see lava, but we can tell you that this volcano tour is filled with tons of exciting stops and stories!Volcanic fumes (VOG) are hazardous to your health. Persons with breathing and heart difficulties, pregnant women, infants, and young children are especially at risk should consult a health care professional before taking this tour to avoid potential health problems from exposure to fumes. All passengers are required to sign a release of liability form.
Airline flight times and Waikiki pick-up times subject to change.
Because this tour involves inter-island flights, we are required by Federal law to provide the Transportation Security Administration the full names, date of birth and gender of all passengers. U.S. citizens must present a current government issued pictured ID and international visitors are required to have a valid passport. Regrettably, we are unable to refund any portion of the tour due to non-compliance of these federal regulations. For more information on what is required to fly within the United States, please visit the following website. https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening
Guides
Our unrivaled customer service comes from our hand selected professional tour guides. Each Ambassador of Aloha must demonstrate three core qualities:
At Discover Hawaii Tours, our expert local guides are the key to an enjoyable experience. Chosen for their friendly “Aloha” spirit, each guide has an amazing grasp of all things Hawaiian–from Language to Island Trivia only a “local” would know. Recognizable by their bright red shirt, Discover Hawaii Tour’s guides are eager to bring the spirit of the islands to your vacation through story telling and captivating tales.
Of course, safe driving is a hallmark of Discover Hawaii Tours and our Drivers are carefully chosen and trained in professionalism, courtesy, knowledge and discretion. They receive ongoing training to maintain our highly strict standards.
- Expertise of Hawaiian history
- Friendly, Professional Attitude
- Embodiment of the Aloha spirit
At Discover Hawaii Tours, our expert local guides are the key to an enjoyable experience. Chosen for their friendly “Aloha” spirit, each guide has an amazing grasp of all things Hawaiian–from Language to Island Trivia only a “local” would know. Recognizable by their bright red shirt, Discover Hawaii Tour’s guides are eager to bring the spirit of the islands to your vacation through story telling and captivating tales.
Of course, safe driving is a hallmark of Discover Hawaii Tours and our Drivers are carefully chosen and trained in professionalism, courtesy, knowledge and discretion. They receive ongoing training to maintain our highly strict standards.
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