Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, and Polynesian Center from Maui
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!
Tour Options
Itinerary
• Explore exhibits on the events leading to the December 7, 1941, attack • Watch a 23-minute documentary about the attack's impact and the USS Arizona Memorial • Take a 10-minute boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial; views of military sites included
•Visit a white, open-air memorial over the sunken battleship • See the shipwreck and oil droplets known as "The Tears of the Arizona" • Remembrance Wall lists the names of 1,177 fallen crew members
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.
The North Shore of Oahu offers a scenic and memorable experience, filled with natural beauty, iconic surf spots, and charming local attractions. The North Shore is a mix of adventure, relaxation, and local culture, making it a must-do when visiting Oahu. Marvel at world-famous surf spots Banzai Pipeline, Waimea Bay, and Sunset Beach: These legendary beaches are known for their massive winter waves and professional surfing competitions. Even in the calmer summer months, they are great spots to watch surfers or enjoy the stunning shoreline. Gaze at the natural beauty of Oahu as this drive offers breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, lush green mountains, and rugged coastlines.
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.
• Enjoy panoramic views of turquoise waters and the iconic offshore islet known as Chinaman's Hat (Mokoli’i) • Take in the dramatic scenery of the lush Kualoa mountain range in the background. • Relax by the beach, soaking up the peaceful atmosphere and natural beauty
Highlights
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
Traveller Ratings
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
- Bring cash for roadside stands, food trucks, and local shops—many are cash-only
- If you enjoy your tour tipping your guide in cash is always appreciated
- All entry tickets to the attractions will be provided by your driver on the morning of your tour
- Not recommended for travelers who cannot walk 4 city blocks
Reviews(44)
Overall a fun experience. We enjoyed our guide Summer who was very informative and had great energy! We liked the tour but felt it was overpriced. For almost $1000 for a couple food should be included. When we stopped for lunch at the food truck it was not clear that we had to pay which I felt forced to buy and wish it was included. I also wished for more time at the Dole Plantation given that the itinerary advertised the train ride which I was really looking forward to and when we arrived we were told we didn’t have time to ride it and it all felt very rushed. We had the perfect amount of time at Pearl Harbor but Wish we had more time at the Cultural Center because it was so amazing with so much to do but glad we were able to do so much in a day:)
Aloha Dream 🌺 Mahalo nui loa for taking the time to share such detailed feedback. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed Summer’s energy and informative guiding, and that Pearl Harbor and the Polynesian Cultural Center were meaningful highlights of your day 🤙 We also truly appreciate your honest comments regarding pricing clarity, the lunch stop, and timing at Dole Plantation and the Cultural Center. We understand how important it is for guests to feel there is enough time at each stop and clear expectations around meal arrangements and itinerary details. Your feedback is very valuable and will be shared with our team for review and improvement. Mahalo again for joining us and for helping us improve. We hope to welcome you back to Hawaiʻi again in the future 🌈🌺
We had a great time on our tour. Summer was the best guide for day on Ouahu! Thank your for an amazing day!
Aloha Ann 🌺 Mahalo nui loa for your kind review! We’re so happy to hear you had a great day exploring Oʻahu and that Summer made your experience the best 🤙 We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back to Hawaiʻi again soon 🌈
We could never have done and seen so much of beautiful Oahu on our own. And our guide Summer was amazing - so much fun, organized and informative!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear you were able to experience so much of beautiful Oahu with us—that’s exactly what we aim to provide. Summer will be thrilled to hear your kind words. Her fun, organized, and informative style truly helps make the day both seamless and memorable. We appreciate you choosing to tour with us and hope to welcome you back again soon! Warm regards,
I’ll start by saying this was easily the highlight of our trip! From the breathtaking scenic drive around the island to the thoughtfully planned stops, everything about this tour exceeded our expectations. Even with the rain, our guide, Summer, made the experience fun, engaging, and incredibly informative, there was never a dull moment. We’re also so grateful to Jason for coordinating everything ahead of time and for his warm hospitality. Both Summer and Jason were knowledgeable, professional, and an absolute pleasure to work with. I can’t recommend this tour highly enough and I would gladly do it again!
Aloha 🌺 Mahalo nui loa for your incredible review! We’re so happy to hear this tour was the highlight of your trip 🤙 It’s wonderful that Summer made the day fun and engaging even with the rain, and that Jason’s coordination helped everything run smoothly. We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation. We can’t wait to welcome you back again for another amazing adventure! 🌈
Fantastic trip with lay back extra working time tour. Papa P was keeping us informed about all the history and stories the whole 12 hours. I am impressed he should be more tired than me. He also provided personal karaoke songs and guitar playing during the break. Impressive.
Aloha! 🌺 Mahalo nui loa for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the full day with Papa P and loved the stories, history, and extra entertainment along the way 🤙 It’s great to know his energy and personal touches made the experience even more memorable. Hope to see you again soon! 🌈
Summer is such an amazing tour guide. We had the best time and learned so much about the area. We would highly recommend this experience.
Aloha! 🌺 Mahalo nui loa for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Summer made your tour so enjoyable and educational 🤙 It’s great that you had the best time and learned so much about the area. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Hawaiʻi for more unforgettable adventures soon! 🌈
Very good tour guide was great Summer was great.
Aloha! 🌺 Mahalo nui loa for your kind review! We’re thrilled that Summer made your tour enjoyable and memorable 🤙 We hope to welcome you back to Hawaiʻi for more unforgettable adventures soon! 🌈
The tour was awesome, and Summer did an amazing job, adding a lot of history tidbits during the drive. Not enough time in the day but we enjoyed everything.
Aloha! 🌺 Mahalo nui loa for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled that Summer made your tour awesome and informative with her history tidbits 🤙 We understand there’s never quite enough time in a day, but we’re glad you enjoyed everything! We hope to welcome you back to Hawaiʻi for more unforgettable adventures soon! 🌈
Fast paced day with excellent opportunities to experience a taste of Hawaii . Culture , history and stunning views .
Aloha! 🌺 Mahalo nui loa for your review! We’re glad you enjoyed a fast-paced day filled with Hawaiian culture, history, and stunning views 🤙 We hope to welcome you back to Hawaiʻi for more unforgettable adventures soon! 🌈
We truly enjoyed our tour and especially our guide, Summer! She was so energetic, kind. prompt and kept us on schedule! Summer was very knowledgeable about Hawaii and told us so many interesting facts. We loved all of our stops (Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, Lunch, Polynesian Culture Centrer, beach and nut shop) we wished we had more time at each stop, but only can do so much in a day! Summer wanted us to have wonderful day, she was sincere and left us with a great message of love and a desire to return to beautiful Hawaii! Aloha, The Nukaya's (Linda's Sister)
Aloha Nukaya ʻohana! 🌺 Mahalo nui loa for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Summer made your day so special with her energy, knowledge, and aloha spirit 🤙 It’s great that you enjoyed all the stops, and we completely understand wanting more time—there’s just so much beauty to take in! We’re so happy that Summer’s sincerity and love for Hawaiʻi left a lasting impression, and we hope to welcome you all back soon for another unforgettable adventure. Mahalo again for sharing your experience! 🌈💛
