Day Trips in Honolulu, HI
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A Complete Day of Pearl Harbor Exploration
by Discover Hawaii ToursStep aboard the battleships of Pearl Harbor and you’ll hear the clatter of footsteps rattling the deck, the echo of the sea in the hull, and the muffled sound of voices in the distance; close your eyes and you might imagine what life was like on board a Pearl Harbor battleship long ago. Your complete excursion of Pearl Harbor will take you to visit the reflective USS Arizona Memorial and the fascinating Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, as well as many other Pearl Harbor sites including an exploration of the USS Missouri Battleship, the Pacific Aviation Museum, the USS Bowfin Submarine, and a visit to the USS Oklahoma Memorial. Quite a day lies ahead, so you’ll re-fuel with lunch at the Laniakea Cafe, inside the Pacific Aviation Museum. As you drive by, your guide offers interesting historical knowledge of several downtown Honolulu sites, including the famous King Kamehameha the Great Statue; Punchbowl National Cemetery; the royal residence of Iolani Palace; the stately Kawaiahao Church (made of coral harvested from the nearby ocean) and Ali’iolani Hale, the first Western style building erected in Honolulu. Highlights Visit the USS Arizona Memorial and the fascinating Pearl Harbor Visitor Center Take part in a 30 minute guided tour of the battleship USS Missouri deck led by a battleship expert, and then have about an hour to explore the rest of “Mighty Mo”- including the living quarters. Explore the USS Bowfin Submarine. Visit historic hangars, once scarred by the December 7th attack, that house the Pacific Aviation Museum, home of numerable authentic wartime aircraft. Visit to the USS Oklahoma Memorial Drive by a number of historic downtown Honolulu sites. Deluxe mini-coach tour buses, complete with huge viewing windows, air-conditioning, state of the art sound systems, and plush reclining captain’s chairs. Mini-tour buses are relatively small in size, allowing stops at less accessible locations. The Complete Day of Pearl Harbor Exploration tour departs at 6:00am and returns at 5:00pm. Getting to Your Activity Complimentary Waikiki Hotel pick-up; please note, due to hotel driveway restrictions, your pick-up location may be at a consolidated location within walking distance of your hotel. If you have children two and under traveling with you, please call us to book.
Honolulu, HI
$120 USD Per Person (13+) -
Circle Island Eco Exploration of Oahu
by Discover Hawaii ToursThere’s no denying that Oahu is an eco-lovers paradise; welcome to the wild side! Join your naturalist guide and hike to hidden waterfalls, search for sea turtles, stroll white sandy beaches, explore a once royal ranch and much more. –And learn about the Island’s ecology, history and legends all along the way. In the comfort of a deluxe coach you’ll be taken to the Island’s best beaches, including the famed North Shore surf beaches of Waimea Bay and Sunset Beach, and even a green sea turtle basking ground! Then you’ll enjoy an easy hike through a flourishing rainforest and be rewarded with dynamic Waimea Falls. Go ahead; take a dip and get refreshed! Isn’t this what Hawaii’s all about? You’ll also stop at beautiful Kualoa Ranch, where ancient royal Hawaiians once rested and trained. In modern times, the Kualoa Ranch region has become a popular Hollywood filming destination. Then, you’re sure to sense peacefulness as you enter Oahu’s serene Byodo-In Temple. The vibrant architecture of the Byodo-In Temple is nestled against the stunning Ko’olau Mountains, surrounded by koi ponds and meandering pathways. Just as you’ve worked up an appetite, your guide leads you to a secret island location where you’ll enjoy a fresh picnic lunch. Your eco adventure wraps up with a tour of Oahu’s South Shore. Drive by windy Sandy Beach, where you’re likely to see local bodysurfers braving the waves or families enjoying a day of kite flying; get misted at the Halona Blowhole as ocean water forces its way through ancient lava tubes, putting on an amazing show; and snap a postcard perfect shot of paradise at palm-lined Hanauma Bay. Highlights Discover a hidden side of Oahu that few visitors know exists. Visit beautiful Kualoa Ranch, and the serene Byodo-In Temple. World famous beaches such as Waimea Bay and Sunset Beach. Other knock-out stops include several impressive lookouts that allow you to catch diverse panoramic views of Oahu, including La’ie Point and Nu’uanu Pali Lookout. This tour provider operates 25 passenger deluxe mini-coach tour buses, complete with huge viewing windows, air-conditioning, state of the art sound systems, and plush reclining captain’s chairs. Their mini-tour buses are relatively small in size, allowing stops at less accessible locations. This tour departs at 9am and returns at 5:30pm. Getting to Your Activity This tour offers complimentary Waikiki hotel pick up If you have children two and under traveling with you, please call us to book.
Honolulu, HI
$120 USD Per Person (13+) -
Kualoa Ranch Royal Experience
by Discover Hawaii ToursGet the royal treatment as you visit sacred sites of ancient Hawaii on this special small group tour of Kualoa Ranch, the valley reserved for Hawaiian Royalty. You’ll be picked up at your Waikiki hotel and driven to Oahu’s windward coast, then treated to a tour of Kualoa in a small 13 passenger van, which means you get more a personal experience. Kualoa is home to a cattle ranch, ancient fishing ponds and loads of Hawaiian history, and your knowledgeable guide is always ready to answer your questions as you visit sites that Hawaiian royalty called home and discover secluded destinations that give wonder to the valley landscape. There’s a lot to see, and you’ll spend most of the day exploring 4,000 acres of lush landscape that you’ll recognize as being one of Hollywood’s favorite settings. Take in prime views of Chinaman’s Hat and the Kualoa Ridge Mountains. You’ll also stop for a gourmet picnic lunch partway through your tour to keep your energy up. Highlights Kualoa Ranch VIP Tour visiting sacred sites of ancient Hawaii Explore the 4,000 acres of Kualoa Ranch with a personal guide. Learn the legends & history of Kualoa while exploring the valley of Hawaiian royalty. To the north is Ka’awa Valley, famous for film locations, and to the south is Hakipu’u Valley, a 800-year-old fishpond and secret island. This tour uses a 13-passenger van, meaning you’ll be in a small group. This tour departs at 7:30am and returns at around 4:30pm. Getting to Your Activity This tour offers complimentary Waikiki hotel pick up. If you have children two and under traveling with you, please call us to book.
Honolulu, HI
$169 USD Per Person (13+) -
Full-Day Kualoa Ranch Adventure Tour
by Discover Hawaii ToursEscape the hustle and bustle of Honolulu with a deluxe day at Kualoa Ranch. This 4,000-acre working cattle ranch has been operating since 1850, and is filled with lots of history and natural beauty just waiting to be explored. You’ll be picked up at your Waikiki hotel and driven out to the ranch, about 45 minutes from Honolulu. When you arrive at the scenic ranch, you’ll be able to choose four activities to occupy your day. Opt for a horseback or ATV ride of the grounds, or perhaps set out on one of several tours offered, which allow you to see the ranch and some of its famous filming sites, ramble through the jungle on a six-passenger Swiss Pinzgauer, sail around Kaneʻohe Bay (you can also add on a trip to a secluded island beach), visit ancient Hawaiian fish ponds and gardens, or embark on a storytelling tour to the base of the Kualoa Mountains. You can even take hula lessons! Regardless of how you choose to spend your day at Kualoa, you’ll be happy you came for a visit. Highlights Get picked up and dropped off at your Waikiki hotel. Visit the 4,000 acre Kualoa Ranch, which has been operational since 1850 and is home to many of Hawaii’s best filming locations. Choose four of a possible nine activities, including an ATV or horseback ride; Movie Sites & Ranch, Jungle Expedition, Ocean Voyaging, Secret Island, Ancient Fishpond & Gardens, and Legends & Legacy tours; or ancient hula lessons. Enjoy a lunch buffet halfway through your day. Gift shop on site. This trip departs at approximately 7:30am and will return around 4:30pm. Getting to Your Activity You will be picked up at your Waikiki-area hotel.
Honolulu, HI$149 USD Per Adult (13+) -
Full-Day Kualoa Ranch Hawaiian Experience Tour
by Discover Hawaii ToursWant a break from Waikiki? The scenic Kualoa Ranch is only a short drive from Honolulu, and can provide a welcome respite from the busy city. Once you’re picked up at your Waikiki hotel and whisked out to the 4,000-acre cattle ranch, you’ll be able to choose from a variety of activity options. Take one of several tours offered around the grounds, such as a movie sites tour, an exciting jungle exploration, a catamaran sail around the bay, a visit to a secluded beach on a secret island, a trip to ancient Hawaiian fishponds and gardens, or a short tour that reveals the legends of the ranch and its surroundings. You can also opt to take hula lessons. You may be reluctant to return to the city after your day is through. Highlights Get picked up and dropped off at your Waikiki hotel. Spend the whole day at historic Kualoa Ranch. Choose four different activities to participate in during your stay, including Movie Sites & Ranch, Jungle Expedition, Ocean Voyaging, Secret Island, Ancient Fishpond & Gardens, and Legends & Legacy tours; or ancient hula lessons. Enjoy an on-site buffet lunch. Gift shop on site. This trip departs at approximately 7:30am and will return around 4:30pm. Getting to Your Activity You will be picked up at your Waikiki-area hotel.
Honolulu, HI$89 USD Per Adult (13+) -
Grand Circle Island, Kualoa Ranch & Dole Pineapple Plantation
by Gray Line Hawaii Polynesian Adventure ToursTake an all-encompassing spin around Oahu with a knowledgable guide at the wheel. Once you’ve been picked up at your Waikiki hotel, you’ll start your trip with a trip up Diamond Head Crater, where you’ll be treated to views of Honolulu and the rest of the island from Amelia Earhart Lookout. After a drive through one of Oahu’s most upscale neighborhoods and a stop at the Hanauma Bay Marine Preserve, you’ll cruise along the coastline to see the Halona Blowhole and some of the island’s best body surfing beaches. You’ll be treated to an impressive view of Oahu’s northeast (or windward) coast when you stop at Nu’uanu Pali Lookout for a photo op, then it’s off to the Byodo-In Buddhist temple, a smaller-scale replica of a 900-year-old temple in Japan. Next stop is the Kualoa Ranch, a 4,000-acre cattle ranch that was founded in 1850 and has been used as a filming location for many movies and TV shows. Once you’ve finished your tour of the ranch, your guide will take you past some famed surfing beaches on the island’s north shore before you make a stop at the Dole Plantation, where you’ll learn about the history of Hawaii’s pineapple industry and wander through the Plantation Gardens. By the time you’ve finished this full-day tour, you’ll have travelled 120 miles around Oahu and be left with a deeper understanding of the island, its history and its inhabitants. Highlights Narrated tour aboard a 52-passenger motorcoach. Drive around the entire island of Oahu and see places such as the Kahala residential area, Sandy Beach, Makapu’u Lighthouse Point, north shore surf beaches like Sunset and the Banzai Pipeline and more. Viewpoints visited include Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay (closed Tuesdays), Nu’uanu Pali Lookout and the Ko’olau Mountains at Kualoa Ranch. Stop at the Byodo-In Temple, Kualoa Ranch, Dole Plantation and Country Store in Waimea Bay No host lunch stop on the Windward coast. Waikiki hotel pick up for this tour begins at 8:15am, with return time being approximately 5:45pm. Getting to Your Activity You’ll be picked up and dropped off at your Waikiki-area hotel.
Honolulu, HI
$79 USD Per Adult (12+) -
Hawaiian Zip Line, Kayak, and Eco Hike Adventure
by Discover Hawaii ToursYou don’t have to be an adventure junkie to thoroughly enjoy this three-in-one eco excursion that will have you zipping through lush forest, paddling on tranquil sea, and hiking through lush terrain. Along the way you’ll travel in the comfort of a luxury mini-coach with large viewing windows, refreshing A/C, and in the care of an eco-guide who is well versed in the ecology and legends of Oahu. Begin your eco adventure with an easy hike through the Ko’olau rainforest, where the aroma of moist rich soil and the sight of vibrant Hawaiian flora and fauna meet, offering you a genuine Hawaii landscape. As you hike toward Oahu’s hidden spring-fed Likeke Falls, your eco guide will introduce you to Hawaiian ecology. Then, the running water of picturesque Likeke Falls serenades you as you grab a fantastic view of the rural towns of East Oahu. Next, you’re headed to the Pacific! Grab your paddle; it’s time to kayak at Kailua Beach. There’s the tranquil sound of water slapping beneath your kayak, vast ocean surrounding you, and an undeniable sense of freedom. It’s true that being right on top of the water offers you the chance to experience Hawaii in a most intimate way. It won’t be hard to image the Hawaiians of long ago traversing these very same waters in search of the ocean’s bounty. Then the beauty and serenity of your hike and kayak will be matched by the thrill of your zipline adventure. No experience necessary! You’ll travel at speeds of up to 40 MPH through lush Hawaiian canopy, experiencing Hawaii from the tree tops! All this adventure has your stomach growling for lunch, and once again, your tour guide delivers. Yes, lunch is included! Rest assured; from the mountains to the sea, this hands-on exploration of Oahu’s landscape will leave you with a smile and a better understanding of this precious isle. Highlights Hike through Oahu’s lush rainforest to the hidden Likeke Falls Waterfall. Kayak to offshore ‘Flat Island’ in a single or double kayak. Ko’olau Mountains exploration. Travel at speeds up to 40 mp/h on Oahu’s only authorized Zipline Track. This tour provider operates 25 passenger deluxe mini-coach tour buses, complete with huge viewing windows, air-conditioning, state of the art sound systems, and plush reclining captain’s chairs. Their mini-tour buses are relatively small in size, allowing stops at less accessible locations. This tour departs around 8am and returns at approximately 5pm/ Getting to Your Activity Complimentary Waikiki Hotel pick-up. If you have children two and under traveling with you, please call us to book.
Honolulu, HI
$160 USD Per Person (13+) -
Investigate the History and Culture of Hawaii
by Discover Hawaii ToursFrom exploring historic Pearl Harbor to viewing famous North Shore beaches to floating down a lagoon while being entertained by fascinating displays of Polynesian spirit, this activity presents you with a wonderful way to enjoy a sampling of all Oahu has to offer! Your day of Oahu investigation begins at Pearl Harbor, where your guide’s narration and a visit to the USS Arizona Memorial and Pearl Harbor Visitors Center help you gain a greater understanding of the impact the attack of December 7th, 1941 had on quiet Hawaii and offer you the opportunity to pay respect to those who lost their lives here. Next you’ll explore the Polynesian Cultural Center, where cultural traditions are brought to life through captivating entertainment. You’ll travel through seven distinct “living villages” that represent the nations of Polynesia; enjoy native Polynesians in vibrant, customary costumes as they dance atop double-hulled canoes, and float down the lagoon that traverses the Center as your guide orients you Polynesia. By now, you will have worked up quite an appetite. Sit down and enjoy a satisfying BBQ lunch! You’ll also enjoy undeniably Hawaiian views as you peruse a string of some of the world’s most famous beaches along the island’s North Shore; stand where King Kamehameha pushed enemies over the edge at windy Nu’uanu Pali Lookout; and listen to a fascinating Hawaiian legend at stunning La’ie point. Then, have a sweet treat! Take pleasure in a near endless variety of pineapple delights with a stop at what was once a small fruit stand: the Dole Pineapple Pavilion. Take advantage of fresh samples of Macadamia nuts and Hawaiian coffee when you visit Tropical Farms! Highlights Renowned World War II Narration and the Pearl Harbour Visitor Center. Dole Pineapple Pavilion and Tropical Farms Coffee Plantation. World famous beaches such as Waimea Bay & Sunset Beach. Polynesian Cultural Center admission with the canoe pageant and a BBQ lunch buffet. Scenic lookouts. This tour provider operates 25 passenger deluxe mini-coach tour buses, complete with huge viewing windows, air-conditioning, state of the art sound systems, and plush reclining captain’s chairs. Their mini-tour buses are relatively small in size, allowing stops at less accessible locations. This tour will pick you up around 6am and returns at approximately 5:30pm. Getting to Your Activity Complimentary Waikiki Hotel pick-up. If you have children two and under traveling with you, please call us to book.
Honolulu, HI
$115 USD Per Person (13+) -
Pearl Harbor and Hawaiian Luau Combo
by Discover Hawaii ToursOahu is famous for its compelling Hawaiian Luaus and its historic Pearl Harbor. Why not experience them both in this full-day tour? Your morning begins with a journey through Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial. Through live film footage, museum pieces, photos and exhibits you’ll be introduced to the happenings of December 7th, 1941. Your Pearl Harbor expert is on hand to offer greater insight into the events of this historic day. As the day progresses, you’ll travel to the well-respected Polynesian Cultural Center in the comfort of a deluxe mini coach. Upon arrival you’ll have time to visit the center’s seven Polynesian villages, take part in dances, learn about island tradition. and tuck into a BBQ buffet lunch. After you’ve spent your afternoon exploring, it’s luau time. As you’re greeted with a fragrant traditional lei your special evening celebrating Hawaii’s culture commences. Experience the award winning “Ha: Breath of Life” show while you enjoy tender Kalua Pig, fresh Poi, and a number of diverse island treats. You’ll also travel through Punchbowl National Cemetery and past the legendary King Kamehameha the Great Statue; impressive Ali’Iolani Hale; the beautiful royal residence of Iolani Palace and by the stately Kawaiahao Church. Highlights Visit the grounds of the brand new Pearl Harbour Visitors Center. USS Arizona Memorial with historic World War II narration. Rare footage of the December 7, 1941 attacks. Polynesian Cultural Center, evening Luau, & the award winning ‘Ha: Breath of Life’ show. Enjoy both a BBQ lunch and Ali’i dinner buffet at the Polynesian Cultural Center. Iolani Palace & Kawaiahao Church. This tour provider operates 25 passenger deluxe mini-coach tour buses, complete with huge viewing windows, air-conditioning, state of the art sound systems, and plush reclining captain’s chairs. Their mini-tour buses are relatively small in size, allowing stops at less accessible locations. This tour offers hotel pick up at approximately 6am and returns at approximately 10:30pm. Getting to Your Activity Complimentary Waikiki Hotel pick-up; please note, due to hotel driveway restrictions, your pick-up location may be at a consolidated location within walking distance of your hotel. If you have children two and under traveling with you, please call us to book.
Honolulu, HI
$201 USD Per Person (13+) -
Pearl Harbor and Island Circle Tour
by Gray Line Hawaii Polynesian Adventure ToursCombine a journey through military history with a spin around Oahu. Your full-day tour begins when you’re picked up from your hotel and taken to the Arizona Memorial Visitor Center, which documents the events leading up to the December 1941 Pearl Harbor attack that plunged America into war. Then board a navy launch and visit the memorial itself, which sits in the middle of the harbor above the sunken battleship. Once you’re finished learning about this fascinating and sobering piece of history, your guide will take you to Oahu’s Windward coast, where you’ll enjoy great views at Nu’uanu Pali Lookout and visit the picturesque Byodo-In Temple, a non-denominational Buddhist temple. Drive through funky Haleiwa Town and past some of the North Shore’s famed surfing beaches before stopping at the Dole Plantation, which started as a fruit stand in 1950 and has grown to become an attraction that over one million people visit each year. You’ll also have a stop at the Polynesian Cultural Center, a massive living museum, for lunch. Highlights Narrated tour aboard a 52-passenger motorcoach. See artifacts of the Pearl Harbor attack and watch a film of the event at the Arizona Memorial Visitor Center. Travel aboard a navy launch to the Arizona Memorial, where you can see the “Black Tears” of oil from the sunken ship. Visit the Nu’uanu Pali Lookout and Byodo-In Temple . Drive through Haleiwa Town and past famous North Shore surfing beaches such as Sunset, Banzai Pipeline, and Waimea Bay. Stop at the Dole Plantation and learn about the Hawaii pineapple industry. No host lunch at the Polynesian Cultural Center. Hotel pick up for this tour begins at 7-7:10am, returning you at approximately 4:30-5pm. Getting to Your Activity You’ll be picked up and dropped off at your Waikiki-area hotel.
Honolulu, HI
$69 USD Per Adult (12+) -
Pearl Harbor and Oahu Circle Tour
by Discover Hawaii ToursThis circle island tour of Oahu includes a visit to the Pearl Harbor Visitors Center and the USS Arizona Memorial. Take a step back in time to explore and honor the misfortune of the infamous attack on Pearl Harbor by exploring the museum, viewing a documentary featuring real footage, and boarding a Navy ferry to stroll the USS Arizona Memorial which spans the battleship’s sunken hull. Then you’ll traverse the island stress-free under the care of your skilled guide, unearthing a plethora of sights, sounds, scents and flavors that are genuine Hawaii. You’ll have a pleasure of meandering the famous beach of Waimea Bay and Sunset Beach, where you may spot local surfers who will entertain you with their talents. You’ll also visit lookouts that offer incredibly picturesque views of Oahu, including stops at La’ie Point, Pali Lookout, and Hanauma Bay Lookout. Then let the mist of the ocean refresh you as it shoots through ancient lava tubes at the impressive Halona Blowhole. Be sure your camera is ready! Your taste buds will discover a tasty treat at the Dole Pineapple Pavilion and samples of macadamia nuts and Hawaiian coffee welcome you when you visit Tropical Farms. Culinary delights continue, as you’re served a fresh picnic lunch at a secret location. Chat with your tour companions, or simply sit back and soak up the relaxed Hawaiian way. Welcome to Oahu! Highlights Experience the entire island of Oahu in one tour. World famous surf beaches of Oahu’s North Shore. Pearl Harbor Visitor Center and USS Arizona Memorial. Word War II Museums and Historic Narration. Dole Pineapple Pavilion. Breathtaking lookout points of Hanauma Bay and La’ie Point. Kahala estate homes and mansions. This tour provider operates 25 passenger deluxe mini-coach tour buses, complete with huge viewing windows, air-conditioning, state of the art sound systems, and plush reclining captain’s chairs. Their mini-tour buses are relatively small in size, allowing stops at less accessible locations. The Oahu Circle Island Including Pearl Harbor tour departs at 6:00am and returns at 5:30pm. Getting to Your Activity This tour has complimentary Waikiki Hotel pick-up. If you have children two and under traveling with you, please call us to book.
Honolulu, HI
$85 USD Per Person (13+) -
Perfect North Shore Polynesian Exploration
by Discover Hawaii ToursOahu bursts with Polynesian culture and this comprehensive tour escorts you to many of the Island’s most treasured sites. First, you’ll visit the dynamic Byodo -In Temple, a stunning structure based on a nearly thousand-year-old Buddhist place of worship in Japan. As you tour the grounds, your eyes will be stirred by the contrast between the backdrop of the vibrant green Ko’olau Mountains and the vivacious red Byodo -In Temple; the ultimate postcard picture! Then you’ll spend approximately three fabulous hours at the famous Polynesian Cultural Center. At this unique cultural site, you’ll have the opportunity to explore seven living villages of Polynesia, learn about ancient Polynesian traditions, and be entertained by cultural performing arts and interesting interactive demonstrations. Your excursion is highlighted by the culinary pleasures of a genuine Polynesian BBQ buffet. Your tour also takes you to exciting Waimea Bay and Sunset Beach; lovely La’ie Point; and the breezy but beautiful Nu’uanu Pali Lookout, where stunning views and important Hawaiian history await. Highlights Your taste buds will be delighted with stops at the delicious Dole Pineapple Pavilion and the tasty Tropical Farms Coffee Plantation. Enjoy a Polynesia tram tour of La’ie. Waimea Bay & Sunset Beach. Authentic Polynesian BBQ lunch buffet. Villages of Ancient Polynesia. Byodo-In Temple admission. This tour provider operates 25 passenger deluxe mini-coach tour buses, complete with huge viewing windows, air-conditioning, state of the art sound systems, and plush reclining captain’s chairs. Their mini-tour buses are relatively small in size, allowing stops at less accessible locations. This tour departs at 8:40am and returns at 5:30pm. Cruise friendly. Getting to Your Activity This trip offers complimentary Waikiki Hotel pick-up. If you are visiting on a cruise ship, you can also be picked up at the cruise ship terminal. If you have children two and under traveling with you, please call us to book.
Honolulu, HI
$100 USD Per Person (13+) -
Polynesian Cultural Center - Admission & Show Tour
by Discover Hawaii ToursSpend a day at Hawaii’s number one paid attraction and gain a deeper understanding of Polynesian peoples. You’ll not only learn about Hawaii at the Polynesian Cultural Center, but you’ll also gain insight into the island nations of Tahiti, Tonga, Fiji, Samoa, Aotearoa and Marquesas. The center features interactive villages representing each of these islands, so you can visit all of Polynesia without leaving Hawaii. Learn how to scale a coconut tree in Samoa, throw a spear in Tahiti, explore a six-storey temple in Fiji and more. Once you’ve wrapped up your day of island-hopping, you’ll be treated to a performance of HA: Breath of Life, the epic Polynesian Cultural Center theatre show that tells the story of Mana and his child Lani and features special effects, fireknives, singing, dancing and more. Highlights Get picked up at your Waikiki hotel. Spend a full day at the Polynesian Cultural Center exploring seven ancient Polynesian villages. Learn about the traditions and ways of life for the people of Fiji, Samoa, Tahiti, Marquesas, Aotearoa and Hawaii. Enjoy a presentation on Polynesian migration and a Hoku Pa’a canoe ride. Choose from a range of no-host meal options on site. Watch the center’s acclaimed HA: Breath of Light evening show. This tour does not operate on Sundays. This tour picks you up at 10:30am and returns at 10:30pm. Is This Activity Right for Me? This Polynesian Cultural Center package doesn’t include meals or any special tours. If you’d like to partake in the Ali’i Buffet and dinner show, check out the Ali’i Luau package, or the Ambassador Ali’i Luau package, which gives you the buffet dinner and show as well as a tour of the seven villages, a backstage tour and priority seating for HA: Breath of Life and a souvenir DVD. For the ultimate Polynesian Cultural Center experience, check out their Super Ambassador package, which includes private tours of the grounds, the canoe pageant, special dining options, backstage tours, first-rate show seating and more. Keep in mind that the Polynesian Cultural Center is an alcohol-free property. If you’d like to attend a luau where you can drink, check out Paradise Cove’s Deluxe, Orchid, or Standard luau packages. Getting to Your Activity This tour will pick you up at your Waikiki-area hotel.
Honolulu, HI
$92 USD Per Adult (13+) -
Polynesian Cultural Center - Ali'i Luau Tour
by Discover Hawaii ToursExperience a full day immersed in Polynesian culture. When you arrive at the Polynesian Cultural Center, you’ll quickly learn why this place is the number one paid attraction in Hawaii. You’ll start by visiting seven different villages, each representing a Polynesian island nation. As you journey between Samoa, Aotearoa, Fiji, Tonga, Tahiti, Marquesas and, of course, Hawaii, you’ll learn about each country’s traditions, music, arts, and way of life through live demonstrations and even some participation. Once your island-hopping is over, you’ll head over to your Polynesian-style feast, where you’ll be greeted with a fresh flower lei as you enter the dining area. Witness a royal court procession, watch as your meal is pulled from a traditional imu underground oven, then dig into the all-you-can-eat buffet as you’re entertained by a wide range of performers. Your day at the Polynesian Cultural Center will conclude with a performance of the center’s renowned HA” Breath of Life show, which you will enjoy from a premium seat. Highlights Get picked up at your Waikiki hotel. Spend an entire day at the Polynesian Cultural Center, considered to be the home of Hawaii’s best traditional luau. Explore the seven island nations of Polynesia ( Samoa, Aotearoa, Fiji, Tonga, Tahiti, Marquesas and Hawaii) by visiting special villages devoted to the culture of each island. Receive an orchid lei greeting, watch a royal court procession and see a traditional imu ceremony. Feast on traditional poi, Kahlua pork, Mahi Mahi, Haupia and more while you watch a luau dinner show. Enjoy premium seats at HA: Breath of Life, the Polynesian Cultural Center’s signature large-scale theater show. This tour doesn’t run on Sundays. This tour departs at approximately 10:30am and returns at 10:30pm. Is This Activity Right for Me? This Polynesian Cultural Center package includes a meal and select seating at the HA: Breath of Life show. For a package with more frills, try the Ambassador Ali’i Luau, which gives you the buffet dinner and show as well as a tour of the seven villages, a backstage tour and priority seating for HA: Breath of Life and a souvenir DVD. For the ultimate Polynesian Cultural Center experience, check out their Super Ambassador package, which includes private tours of the grounds, the canoe pageant, special dining options, backstage tours, first-rate show seating and more. Looking for something more simple? The Admission and Show Tour, which just gives you basic admission to the attraction and tickets to HA: Breath of Life. Keep in mind that the Polynesian Cultural Center is an alcohol-free property. If you’d like to attend a luau where you can drink, check out Paradise Cove’s Deluxe, Orchid, or Standard luau packages. Getting to Your Activity This tour will pick you up at your Waikiki hotel.
Honolulu, HI
$114 USD Per Adult (13+) -
Polynesian Cultural Center - Ambassador Ali'i Luau Tour
by Discover Hawaii ToursGet even more out of your visit to the Polynesian Cultural Center by exploring it with a guide. This deluxe package includes a small group guided tour of the center’s seven Polynesian villages, each one representing a different island nation. From Tahiti to Tonga, you’ll be able to garner extra insight into the cultures represented here as your guide leads you between the islands. Once you finish exploring Polynesia, it’s luau time. You’ll receive a traditional lei greeting as you watch the royal court arrive, then sit down for your choice of meal: the Ali’i buffet, featuring Poi, Kahlua pork, Mahi Mahi, Haupia and more, or a prime rib dinner. As you dig into your meal, you’ll be entertained by Polynesian singing and dancing. As you finish the last bites of your special Ambassador dessert, you may think that the evening is coming to a close, but there’s still one more thing to do before you head back to Waikiki. Your day is topped off with special seating for the HA: Breath of Life show, plus a behind-the-scenes tour of this dramatic performance that features special effect, fireknives, and, of course, more song and dance from a large ensemble cast. You’ll also get a souvenir DVD and program to take home with you to help preserve your memories. Highlights Pick up and drop off at your Waikiki hotel. Get a small-group guided tour of the Polynesian Cultural Center’s seven villages of ancient Polynesia, where you can learn about the arts and culture of the seven island nations and even participate in interactive activities. Choose between a Ali’i buffet and prime rib dinner at the Ali’i Luau, and receive a special dessert. Watch what is considered to be one of Hawaii’s most authentic luaus. Enjoy special Ambassador seating for the HA: Breath of Life theatre show. Take a behind-the-scenes tour of HA. Get a souvenir DVD and program to take home with you. This tour doesn’t run on Sundays. This tour departs at approximately 10:30am and returns around 10:30pm. Is This Activity Right for Me? This Ambassador Ali’i Luau package includes a buffet dinner and show as well as a tour of the seven villages, a backstage tour and priority seating for HA: Breath of Life and a souvenir DVD. For the ultimate Polynesian Cultural Center experience, check out their Super Ambassador package, which includes private tours of the grounds, the canoe pageant, special dining options, backstage tours, first-rate show seating and more. Looking for something more simple? The Admission and Show Tour, which just gives you basic admission to the attraction and tickets to HA: Breath of Life. If you want a basic package with the Ali’i buffet, try the Ali’i Luau package. Keep in mind that the Polynesian Cultural Center is an alcohol-free property. If you’d like to attend a luau where you can drink, check out Paradise Cove’s Deluxe, Orchid, or Standard luau packages. Getting to Your Activity You’ll be picked up and dropped off at your Waikiki-area hotel.
Honolulu, HI
$146 USD Per Adult (12+) -
Polynesian Cultural Center - Super Ambassador Tour
by Discover Hawaii ToursNow that you’re vacationing in Hawaiian paradise, there’s no doubt a luau is on your mind! Well gather your family and step on board; The Polynesian Cultural Center Elite Luau tour takes you straight to Oahu’s Polynesian mecca for a day of learning, laughing, entertainment and feast! From your traditional shell lei greeting, to your lagoon canoe ride, this is Polynesia all the way. The Polynesian Cultural Center is an engaging, interactive 42-acre tropical expanse that presents visitors with a chance to step right into Polynesian culture. Seven distinct Polynesian regions are represented by “living villages.” You’ll tour these living villages with a knowledgeable guide at hand, visiting artisans, watching native demonstrations, learning customs and culture, enjoying live music and games, and even participating. You’ll also enjoy special reserved seating at all of the islands, so you can really get up close. At the Center’s luau, you’ll be greeted as a VIP! Fill your plate with abundant island cuisine and relax as you watch a most impressive cultural show. You’ll also experience the legendary “HA: Breath of Life show” where, as a special guest, you’ll enjoy preferred show seating and a unique pre-show backstage tour from your personal guide! During your day in Polynesia, you’ll see native Polynesians in vibrant, customary costumes as they dance atop double-hulled canoes, and take a float down the lagoon that traverses the Center as your guide orients you to the lush Polynesian surrounding. Rest assured; you’ll be treated like royalty on this elite Polynesian exploration. Highlights Traditional Shell Lei Greeting. Polynesian Demonstrations and Games. Explore the Polynesian Cultural Center grounds with a private guide. Hoku Pa’a Canoe Ride & “Rainbow of Paradise” Canoe Pageant. Polynesian Cultural Center souvenir DVD and program. The seven “living villages” that can be explored at the Polynesian Cultural Center are: Fiji, Hawai’i, the Marquesas, New Zealand, Samoa, Tahiti and Tonga. Feast on delicious island cuisine in the Ambassador Dining Room. Enjoy a backstage tour and premiere seating at HA: Breath of Life. This tour provider operates 25 passenger deluxe mini-coach tour buses, complete with huge viewing windows, air-conditioning, state of the art sound systems, and plush reclining captain’s chairs. Their mini-tour buses are relatively small in size, allowing stops at less accessible locations. This tour departs at 10:30am and returns at 10:30pm. Is This Activity Right for Me? This by far the Polynesian Cultuaral Center’s most deluxe package, which includes private tours of the grounds, the canoe pageant, special dining options, backstage tours, first-rate show seating and more. Looking for something more simple? The Admission and Show Tour, which just gives you basic admission to the attraction and tickets to HA: Breath of Life. If you want a basic package with the Ali’i buffet, try the Ali’i Luau package. A step up from that is their Ambassador Ali’i Luau package, which includes a buffet dinner and show as well as a tour of the seven villages, a backstage tour and priority seating for HA: Breath of Life and a souvenir DVD. Keep in mind that the Polynesian Cultural Center is an alcohol-free property. If you’d like to attend a luau where you can drink, check out Paradise Cove’s Deluxe, Orchid, or Standard luau packages. Getting to Your Activity The Elite Luau at the Polynesian Cultural Center tour departs at 10:30am and returns at 10:30pm. Complimentary Waikiki Hotel pick-up; please note, due to hotel driveway restrictions, your pick-up location may be at a consolidated location within walking distance of your hotel. Please be prepared for pick up 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick up time. If you have children two and under traveling with you, please call us to book.
Honolulu, HI
$251 USD Per Person (13+) -
Sensational Circle Island Tour of Oahu
by Discover Hawaii ToursYou’ve come to Hawaii to relax; so let Discover Hawaii Tours take care of navigating the island’s curving roads and indulge you in the calming sights, sounds, scents and flavors of Oahu. This circle tour of Oahu is an excellent introduction to the entire island, from the flourishing North Shore, through the rainforest, to the Ko’olau Mountain Range and the jagged cliffs of the South Shore and many charming towns in-between. Along your journey, your skilled guide will impart knowledge of each special island locale, offering you a more comprehensive understanding of this gorgeous Pacific isle. You’ll feel the sand tickle your toes at the famous surf beaches of Waimea Bay and Sunset Beach, catch unique views of Oahu from lookouts including La’ie Point, Pali Lookout, and Hanauma Bay Lookout and feel the mist of the ocean as it shoots through ancient lava tubes at the impressive Halona Blowhole. Tasty treats wait for you at the Dole Pineapple Pavilion and samples of macadamia nuts and Hawaiian coffee welcome you when you visit Tropical Farms. Culinary delights continue, as you’re served a fresh picnic lunch at a secret location. Chat with your companions and reinvigorate! Highlights Circle the entire island of Oahu. Oahu’s North Shore beaches; Waimea Bay & Sunset Beach. South Shore Oahu. Halona Cove and Halona Blowhole. Dole Pineapple Pavilion and Tropical Farms Plantation. Diamond Head crater lookout. This tour provider operates 25 passenger deluxe mini-coach tour buses, complete with huge viewing windows, air-conditioning, state of the art sound systems, and plush reclining captain’s chairs. Their mini-tour buses are relatively small in size, allowing stops at less accessible locations. This tour departs at 8:40am and returns at 5:30pm. Cruise-friendly. Getting to Your Activity This tour offers complimentary Waikiki Hotel pick-up. It also offers pick up at the cruise ship terminal. If you have children two and under traveling with you, please call us to book.
Honolulu, HI
$75 USD Per Person (13+)
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Looking for a way to occupy your day? We have no shortage of day-long trips available. Spend the entire day at Pearl Habor, visit the famous Kualoa Ranch, or take a day trip to the Polynesian Cultural Center. Full-day trips that take you around the entire island of Oahu are also offered.
