Kauai to Oahu: Pearl Harbor, Arizona Memorial, USS Missouri Tour (A2 LIH-1D)
Quick Details
- Duration: 13.5 Hours
- Meet at: Lihue Airport (LIH)
- Languages: Available in English
*This tour will even translate the National Park Service’s 23-minute movie documentary into the visitor’s language.
Adult
$540
$525
Child
$510
$495
A Journey Through History: Kauai to Oahu Pearl Harbor Tour
Prices
- Adults (Ages 12+): $525
- Children (Ages 2-11): $495
- Infants (Under 2 years): Free (Does not occupy a seat; sits on an adult’s lap)
Note: Prices are for Sunday, 27 October 2024.
Overview
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure on this Kauai to Oahu tour, where your round-trip airfare and admissions to some of Oahu’s most notable attractions are all included!
Tour Highlights:
- Airfare from Kauai to Oahu included.
- Guided tour of the USS Arizona Memorial and Visitor Center.
- Spend about 4.5 hours at Pearl Harbor, learning about its historical significance.
- Take a guided tour of the USS Missouri, the last battleship built by the US Navy.
- Look for the plaque on the wooden deck marking the spot where Japan surrendered.
- View beautiful and historic buildings in Downtown Honolulu.
- Discover Kawaiahao Church, the first Christian church in Hawai’i, and the Mission Houses Museum to learn about the first missionaries in Hawai’i.
- Experience the serenity of Punchbowl National Cemetery.
Departure & Return Location
This tour departs from Lihue Airport (LIH). Please arrive at the airport by 5:45 AM. Due to frequent changes in flight schedules, contact our office at 808-833-3000 for confirmed meeting information. Your flight will return to Lihue Airport at approximately 8:15 PM.
What’s Included
- Round-trip airfare from Kauai to Oahu.
- Admission to Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, USS Arizona Memorial, and Battleship Missouri.
- Guided motor coach tour of Downtown Honolulu.
- Drive through Punchbowl National Cemetery.
What’s Not Included
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
Itinerary
- Pearl Harbor Visitor Center: Learn about the events of December 7, 1941.
- Cross Pearl Harbor: Visit the USS Arizona Memorial.
- Guided tour of the Battleship Missouri: Explore the iconic battleship and its history.
- Drive through Punchbowl National Cemetery: Reflect in this serene and historic site.
- Downtown Honolulu: View landmarks such as Iolani Palace, Kawaiahao Church, King Kamehameha Statue, and the Mission Houses Museum.
Check-in Details:
Meet at Lihue Airport at 5:45 AM for your flight to Oahu. Confirm flight details by calling 808-833-3000.
What to Bring:
- Government-issued ID for TSA check.
- Camera (no bags allowed).
- Essential items in pockets.
Special Requirements:
All passengers must present a government-issued photo ID for airline check-in.
Restrictions:
Pearl Harbor has a “No Bag” policy: No bags, backpacks, or strollers are allowed at the Visitor Center or on Ford Island. Lockers are available for a fee.
What is the Pearl Harbor “No Bag” policy?
No bags, backpacks, or strollers are allowed at the Visitor Center or on Ford Island. Lockers are available for a fee.
What happens if Arizona Memorial tickets are unavailable?
If tickets are unavailable due to high demand, you will be offered an extended tour or a full refund.
What should I bring for ID?
A valid government-issued ID is required for airline check-in and TSA clearance.
USS Arizona Memorial Boat Ticket NOT INCLUDED
This program DOES NOT include the boat tickets to the USS Arizona Memorial. Please visit the USS Arizona Memorial tour to reserve those tickets.
When To Arrive
The Pearl Harbor Multimedia and Virtual Reality Tours are available to start all day long after 7:00 am but must be started with enough time to make the tour stops before the park closes at 5:00 pm. If you have boat tickets, please pick up your multimedia tour smartphone before checking into the boat if you have tickets as it has content that may be viewed on the USS Arizona Memorial.
Accessibility
The visitor center has reserved accessible parking near the entrance. The restrooms, theaters, exhibit galleries, bookstore, information desks, drinking fountains, Navy shuttle boats, and the USS Arizona Memorial are all fully accessible to visitors in wheelchairs or scooters. Walking the distance between facilities may be challenging for visitors with mobility issues. Several benches are located throughout the site for opportunities to rest. Please note: The visitor center does not offer wheelchairs to the public. Please use assistive devices with care; walkers with wheels have caused accidents when used as wheelchairs. Stay hydrated in the tropical climate.
For hearing-impaired visitors, all films are fully captioned in English. There is an induction loop for use with hearing aids in the theater. Visually impaired visitors will find signage in braille in addition to tactile models of various interpretive resources throughout the site. Braille booklets regarding Pearl Harbor are available at the information desk.
Bags are Prohibited
Bags are prohibited at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. Clear, see-through stadium bags and bags containing medical devices or medication may be allowed into the site at the discretion of the National Park Service. Cameras, cell phones, and wallets are allowed. Bags may be secured in a storage facility near the visitor center entrance for a fee. More information is available on the park’s website.
Weather/Cancellations
The Pearl Harbor National Memorial may be canceled or modified due to high winds and other safety concerns.
Parking
Please plan for traffic and allow time to find parking in one of the nearby parking lots located within walking distance of the visitor center. Taxi cabs and ride-share companies must follow parking lot signage, as well as all pickup and drop-off protocols.
Dress Code
Visitors are reminded that they are visiting a site of the tremendous loss of life in service to our country. Military visitors to the memorial are within the bounds of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, and military regulations relating to military dress are enforced by Navy personnel. Per the Pacific Commander, military visitors in uniform are required to dress in Class B or better in order to gain access to the USS Arizona Memorial. Battle dress uniform is not allowed on the memorial, though it is allowed throughout the visitor center and at sites on Ford Island. Military visitors are welcome to wear civilian clothes when they visit.
168 hours notice of cancellation prior to the airport meeting time is required for a full refund. No-shows will incur a full charge.
Name or date changes after booking has been confirmed with the airline will incur a change fee of up to $250 for flight changes plus fare differences per segment or name change.
All passengers traveling on inter-island day trips must present government-issued photo identification for airline check-in. Passengers denied boarding due to a lack of proper identification will be subject to a 100% no-show cancellation penalty.
USS Arizona Memorial Boat Ticket NOT INCLUDED
This program DOES NOT include the boat tickets to the USS Arizona Memorial. Please visit the USS Arizona Memorial tour to reserve those tickets.
When To Arrive
The Pearl Harbor Multimedia and Virtual Reality Tours are available to start all day long after 7:00 am but must be started with enough time to make the tour stops before the park closes at 5:00 pm. If you have boat tickets, please pick up your multimedia tour smartphone before checking into the boat if you have tickets as it has content that may be viewed on the USS Arizona Memorial.
Accessibility
The visitor center has reserved accessible parking near the entrance. The restrooms, theaters, exhibit galleries, bookstore, information desks, drinking fountains, Navy shuttle boats, and the USS Arizona Memorial are all fully accessible to visitors in wheelchairs or scooters. Walking the distance between facilities may be challenging for visitors with mobility issues. Several benches are located throughout the site for opportunities to rest. Please note: The visitor center does not offer wheelchairs to the public. Please use assistive devices with care; walkers with wheels have caused accidents when used as wheelchairs. Stay hydrated in the tropical climate.
For hearing-impaired visitors, all films are fully captioned in English. There is an induction loop for use with hearing aids in the theater. Visually impaired visitors will find signage in braille in addition to tactile models of various interpretive resources throughout the site. Braille booklets regarding Pearl Harbor are available at the information desk.
Bags are Prohibited
Bags are prohibited at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. Clear, see-through stadium bags and bags containing medical devices or medication may be allowed into the site at the discretion of the National Park Service. Cameras, cell phones, and wallets are allowed. Bags may be secured in a storage facility near the visitor center entrance for a fee. More information is available on the park’s website.
Weather/Cancellations
The Pearl Harbor National Memorial may be canceled or modified due to high winds and other safety concerns.
Parking
Please plan for traffic and allow time to find parking in one of the nearby parking lots located within walking distance of the visitor center. Taxi cabs and ride-share companies must follow parking lot signage, as well as all pickup and drop-off protocols.
Dress Code
Visitors are reminded that they are visiting a site of the tremendous loss of life in service to our country. Military visitors to the memorial are within the bounds of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, and military regulations relating to military dress are enforced by Navy personnel. Per the Pacific Commander, military visitors in uniform are required to dress in Class B or better in order to gain access to the USS Arizona Memorial. Battle dress uniform is not allowed on the memorial, though it is allowed throughout the visitor center and at sites on Ford Island. Military visitors are welcome to wear civilian clothes when they visit.