Pearl Harbor + Dole Plantation + Polynesian Center from Waikiki
Description
Join us on an unforgettable day at three of Oahu’s most popular attractions: Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, and Polynesian Cultural Center. We begin at historic Pearl Harbor where you will experience firsthand the earth-shattering events that catapulted the U.S. into World War II. We stop at Dole Plantation dedicated to Hawaii’s pineapple growing history. Shop for souvenirs at the Plantation Store and even taste a delicious frozen Dole Whip treat. Arriving at Polynesian Cultural Center, Explore a diverse spectrum of Polynesian traditions as you visit authentic villages for each nation. Meet Pacific islanders from across globe, listen to their stories and songs, and watch their joyful dances. Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, and Polynesian Cultural Center are three of Oahu’s top sites and this tour makes it easy and enjoyable to visit all in one day. Join our friendly expert guide on our comfortable, luxury van for the experience of a lifetime. Book today!
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Itinerary
We begin at historic Pearl Harbor where you will experience firsthand the earth-shattering events that catapulted the U.S. into World War II. Join us at the USS Arizona Memorial, a deeply moving and emotional experience where you will learn about the 1,177 seamen who perished when their battleship was sunk during the December 7, 1941 Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. You’ll witness the attack in a 23-minute documentary and then cross the harbor to the Memorial in a Navy vessel. At the Memorial, pay your respects to the heroes whose names are etched in marble in the Shrine Room. Look into the water and note the oil droplets – “The Black Tears of the Arizona” – that continue to escape the sunken battleship and rise to the harbor surface. Back at Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, there will be time to visit the WWII museum exhibits and the bookshop.
During this time, you can explore the Dole Plantation Store, where you'll find pineapple-themed souvenirs, local crafts, and specialty foods like jams and dried fruit. Don’t miss trying a Dole Whip, the famous pineapple-flavored soft-serve treat. You can also take a short walk to see the beautiful Rainbow Eucalyptus trees, known for their colorful, multi-hued bark.
Our breathtaking voyage continues as we take in the valleys and cliffs of the emerald green Koolau Mountains and the rocky shoreline of South Oahu. You’ll be amazed by the incredible panoramic views from Nuuanu Pali Lookout, Makapuu Point, and Hanauma Bay.
Arriving at Polynesian Cultural Center, you’ll enter a world that celebrates the music, dance, and way of life on six Pacific Island nations: Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, Tonga, Fiji, and New Zealand. Explore a diverse spectrum of Polynesian traditions as you visit authentic villages for each nation. Meet Pacific islanders from across globe, listen to their stories and songs, and watch their joyful dances. Take a canoe ride from village to village and learn Tahitian spear throwing and Samoan cooking. Sit back and enjoy the colorful Polynesian Canoe Pageant and relax over a delicious barbecue lunch.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
If you flew Southwest Airlines into Honolulu Airport we will pick you up at Terminal 2, baggage claim 31, area 5. If you flew Hawaiian Airlines into Honolulu Airport we will pick you up at terminal 1, area 1
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Respectful Silence: Visitors are encouraged to maintain a respectful silence while on the USS Arizona Memorial to honor the fallen. The atmosphere is one of reflection and reverence, allowing tourists to connect emotionally with the events of the past
- Purses and bags are not allowed inside Pearl Harbor. All bags may be stored for $7.00 each
- Clear plastic bags are allowed, such as those allowed at football games, in which the contents are readily visible
- Bags containing medical equipment unsuitable for lightweight, plastic, transparent shopping bags are allowed
- Meals are at your own expense
- Food and water that is not concealed in a package is allowed
- Sites are subject to close due to stormy weather
- There is no smoking allowed on the visitor center grounds or at the memorial
- Wear comfortable shoes you will be walking much of the tour
- No swimwear is allowed
- NOTE: Pick up time is up to 30 minutes or more before the listed tour time
- NOTE: Pick up time is up to 30 minutes or more before the listed tour time. We will contact you the day before via text/email with approx pick up time and location.
- Not recommended for travelers who cannot walk 4 city blocks
Reviews(44)
This tour was great! Summer was so knowledgeable and we learned so much! I only wish we would have had more time for each activity- especially at the Polynesian Culture Center. Had so much fun!
Aloha Jennifer 🌺, Mahalo for sharing your experience! We’re so happy to hear you had a great tour and that Summer made it both fun and educational. She truly takes pride in sharing her knowledge, and it’s wonderful to know you learned so much along the way. We also appreciate your feedback about the timing at each stop, especially the Polynesian Cultural Center. Guest input like yours helps us look at ways to improve the pacing so everyone can enjoy each experience a bit more fully. Mahalo again for joining us, and we’re glad you had such a fun and memorable day exploring the island 🌺🤙
Great time. Wonderful experience. Summer’s itinerary for the Polynesian Cultural Center was perfect.
Aloha Brandy 🌺 Mahalo nui loa for your kind review! We’re so happy to hear you had a great experience and that Summer’s Polynesian Cultural Center itinerary made your day even better 🤙 We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back to Hawaiʻi again soon 🌈
This tour is entirely too long. The Pearl Harbor tour was interesting. The Dole plantation was only a souvenir stop. The Polynesian Center tour was too much after a long rainy day. If you want to do these activities, do them separately on different days.
Aloha Jennie 🌺 Mahalo for sharing your feedback. We understand that this is a full-day tour and that the length of the day may not be for everyone. We’re glad you found Pearl Harbor interesting, but we’re sorry to hear that the overall pace and combination of attractions did not meet your expectations. We appreciate your honest comments and will share them with our team as we continue to improve our guest experience. Mahalo for joining us 🌈
We had an amazing experience with Aloha Sunshine Tours on the Pearl Harbor, Plantation, and Polynesian Cultural Center tour! Papa P was absolutely the best tour guide — incredibly knowledgeable, kind, and attentive to everyone throughout the entire day. He made the experience feel very personal and took the time to get to know all of us, which made the tour even more special. It was a long day, but Papa P kept everything fun, engaging, and comfortable from start to finish. He shared so much interesting information and local history, included everyone in the experience, and truly went above and beyond to make sure we were having a great time. He was also hilarious and made us laugh all day long! One of my favorite parts was when he played the guitar and sang songs for us. It made the tour feel so authentic and memorable. We also loved hearing his stories about his family and life in Hawaii. You can really tell how much he cares about people and loves what he does. We would absolutely recommend Papa P and Aloha Sunshine Tours to anyone visiting Hawaii. Thank you for such a wonderful and unforgettable experience!
Aloha 🌺 Mahalo nui loa for your amazing and heartfelt review! We’re so happy to hear you had such an unforgettable experience with Papa P on your Pearl Harbor, Plantation, and Polynesian Cultural Center tour 🤙 It’s wonderful that his knowledge, stories, humor, and music made the day so special for your group. We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Hawaiʻi again soon 🌈
The tour description states that the tour starts at 7am. The tour operator informed me that it actually starts with a pickup time of 6:15am telling me that the tour company has informed Viator of this but Viator failed to change the start time. The description also states the tour lasts 6-7 hours which is what I planned for. It is actually 12 hours and had I known I would not have booked this. The bus air conditioning was inadequate and the speaker system was so loud I wore hearing protection all day. The driver/tour guide was good, very friendly, helpful and informative. If it wasn’t for him, I would have given the review only 1 star. The war memorial and the Polynesian Cultural Center were both spectacular and I definitely recommend a visit to both.
Aloha, Mahalo for taking the time to share such detailed feedback. We’re very sorry to hear about the confusion regarding the pickup time and especially the discrepancy in the advertised tour duration versus the actual length of your day. We understand how important clear expectations are when planning a visit, and we regret the frustration this caused. We also sincerely apologize for the discomfort you experienced with the bus air conditioning and sound system. Those conditions are not what we aim to provide and we understand how this would have affected your overall enjoyment of the tour. We are, however, glad to hear that your guide made a positive difference with his friendliness, helpfulness, and knowledge, and that you were able to enjoy both the Pearl Harbor/War Memorial and the Polynesian Cultural Center, which are truly special experiences. Your feedback about scheduling accuracy, communication, and vehicle comfort is very important and will be shared with our team for review and improvement. Mahalo again for your honest input 🌺
Our tour guide Papa p was very kind person, he gave us the best experience. Food stop was delicious, we enjoy a lot on this tour. Thank you Papa p
Aloha! Mahalo for the kind words! We’re so happy you had a great time with Papa P and enjoyed the food stop. Hope to see you again soon. 🌺
Sunny is an excellent tour guide. Very knowledgeable, unbelievable amount of information. The tour was worth the time and money.
Aloha! 🌺 Mahalo for your kind words! We’re so glad Sunny made your tour informative and worthwhile. Sounds like a fantastic day exploring! 🌴✨
Summer was a fabulous tour guide! So helpful and insightful and always watched out for us. The tour stops were great, each had enough time. Would highly recommend this tour!
Thank you so much, Donna! We're thrilled to hear you had such a fantastic experience with Summer as your guide. She truly loves sharing her knowledge and making every tour memorable. We’ll share your kind words with her!
If I could give this tour 10 stars I would. This was such a beautiful experience that I did not want it to end. Papa P made us family in our time together. He told us beautiful stories about his family and showed us pictures. Papa P played his guitar and sang to us. He also played music and we sang in our seats. I cried a little bit on the way back to Waikiki because I didn’t want the day to end. It was a memory I will hold in my heart forever!
aloha! mahalo nui loa for taking the time to leave us a review. we will pass this along to your tour guide and the rest of the family. we hope you have an awesome time in Hawaii. see you next time.
Our driver, Anthony, was fabulous. He was very knowledgeable and personable. He kept things interesting and on time. We were even able to squeeze in a couple bonus short stops. All admission is part of the tour, so you don’t need to worry about anything.
aloha! mahalo nui loa for taking the time to leave us a review. we will pass this along to your tour guide and the rest of the family. we hope you have an awesome time in Hawaii. see you next time.
