Tour Description
Starting with pickup from your hotel or the Honolulu airport, we begin a historic narration that sets you up for a day of exploring Hawaii’s rich history both in Pearl Harbor and around Honolulu. Enjoy Oahu’s Pacific Parks and learn about bravery at World War II Valor In The Pacific National Monument. Feel the reverence given to those fallen sailors at the USS Arizona Memorial, USS Oklahoma Memorial and in the Punchbowl National Cemetery.
After a short video, ride out to USS Arizona Memorial to view the sunken battleship and pay respects to the sailors still interred there. Take a short walk around the visitor center to the USS Bowfin, a submarine with its example sub-launched ballistic missiles. Afterwards, board a real-life battleship, the USS Missouri to understand more about life on the seas.
The last stop in Pearl Harbor is the Pacific Aviation Museum where you are inspired by the heroism of the pilots and their outrageous stories of courage. See the planes, both new and antique, in various states of preservation that will delight young and old alike.
From here we’ll travel through Honolulu, sightseeing the buildings that were built when the Hawaiian monarchy still ruled. And lastly, we’ll make our way to the serene, yet beautiful Punchbowl National Cemetery before returning you to your hotel.
Please ask us here if you have any questions.
Availability
We recommend booking your Pearl Harbor tour in advance of your arrival to Hawaii. Pearl Harbor is our #1 visitor destination and will sell out on certain days of the week. Book your tour for the 1st or 2nd full day after your arrival. Our guests usually get up early in the morning due to the time difference, so you’re usually wide awake by the time your tour starts, plus your tour guide will point out highlights not to miss on Oahu.
*Safety is our #1 priority. Sites & features of our tours can change due to adverse weather and other unforeseen circumstances.
Meal Options
No-host lunch is available for purchase at the Laniakea Cafe at the Pacific Aviation Museum. Food & drinks are also available at the USS Missouri as well.
Attire
Dress comfortably but remember that shirts and shoes are required on the USS Arizona Memorial; swimwear is not allowed. Bags are not allowed on the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center but if needed can be checked and stored for $ 3.00 per item.
Cancellation Policy
In the event of cancellation or request change to your reservation, please note the following. Tours originating from Oahu, there is no charge for date change or tour change based on tour availability. Any request for a refund prior to 48 hours is honored with a full refund, minus a 10% cancellation fee. No refunds issued for any tours within the 48 hour period, prior to the start of your tour.
Pearl Harbor Tours originating from the Islands of Maui, Big Island and Kauai may incur up to $100.00 per person airline change fee for any changes to the original booking. Any request for a refund prior to 48 hours is only allowed a 50% refund of tour cost; due to airline policy your confirmed airfare is non-refundable. No refunds issued for any tours within the 48 hour period, prior to the start of your tour.
Special Instructions
Not allowed at Pearl Harbor bag
Government issues ID needed for Ford entry island
No camera lens longer than 6 inches at Pearl Harbor
Bring bottled water
Do not forget your camera!
Wear sunscreen, hat, sunglasses
Wear comfortable shoes
Leave a swimsuit at home
dress comfortably & check the weather.
No owner lunch available at the Travel Center and USS Missour
Due to the ceremony honoring the attacks of December 7, 1941, we will not operate tours to Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial on December 7, 2013.
