About Big Island to Oahu - World War II Heroes Deluxe Pearl Harbor Tour
Fly from Kona to Oahu for a full day focused on the history of Pearl Harbor. This neighbor island tour brings together several of the site's most important landmarks, including the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, Arizona Memorial, USS Bowfin, Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum and USS Missouri.
After your morning flight to Honolulu, begin at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, where exhibits and historic displays introduce the events of December 7, 1941. From there, board a Navy shuttle boat to the Arizona Memorial and spend time reflecting on the servicemen who lost their lives aboard the USS Arizona.
The day continues with visits to the USS Bowfin submarine, Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum and the USS Missouri. A docent-guided tour aboard the "Mighty Mo" brings you to the deck where Japan's formal surrender was signed in 1945, marking the end of World War II.
Tour Highlights
- Full-day Pearl Harbor tour from Kona
- Visit the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center and historic exhibits
- Ride a Navy shuttle boat to the Arizona Memorial
- Tour the USS Bowfin submarine
- Explore the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum
- Take a docent-guided tour aboard the USS Missouri
Tour Inclusions
- Roundtrip airfare from Kona to Honolulu
- Honolulu Airport pick-up and transportation to Pearl Harbor
- Choice of bottled water or fountain drink
- Lunch at the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum's Hangar Cafe
Lunch Menu
- Hawaii Five-0 Kalua Pig Wrap: Fresh Island Braised Pork paired with House Made Pineapple Coleslaw, Drizzled with Guava BBQ Sauce, Served in a Tortilla Wrap
- Commander's Hawaiian Cobb Salad: Island Mixed Greens, Romaine Lettuce, Hardboiled Egg, Avocado, Carrot Spirals, Topped with either Guava Smoke Meat or Hawaiian Chicken Bites & Sweet Onion Slivers, Served with Papaya Seed Dressing. Gluten Free with Extra Avocado and Balsamic Vinaigrette.
- Hawaiian Chicken Bites Rice Bowl: Tempura Battered Chicken Bites, Deep Fried and served with House Made Guava BBQ Sauce, 2 Scoops of White Rice and Mixed Greens w/ Papaya Seed Dressing
- Admiral's Awesome Plant Based Burger (vegan): Served with French Fries or Side Salad
Please note: Menu selections are subject to change.
Special Instructions
Meeting details, important notes and helpful information for your experience.
Where & When
This tour departs from Kona Airport.
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Check in at 5:45 am at the Kona Airport (Hawaiian Airlines counter). Actual time will be confirmed once flights have been secured.
Approximate return from Oahu to Kona is about 8:15 pm.
Restrictions
Due to stringent airline requirements there is a NO CANCELLATION/NO REFUND policy for this tour. This includes name and date changes.
For all island flights or day trips, the NAME ON TICKET MUST APPEAR AS IT IS ON PICTURE ID (license or passport).
The airline will deny boarding if the passenger's legal name, as shown on their valid, government-issued ID, does NOT match the name on their E-Ticket.
IF A PASSENGER IS DENIED BOARDING, THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS.
All passengers MUST present government issued photo ID for airline check-in.
International travelers must bring a valid passport for airport security check-in.
Strict security measures are currently being enforced at Pearl Harbor:
No purses, handbags, backpacks, diaper bags, camera bags, fanny packs, luggage or other items that offer concealment are allowed in the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center or on the Memorial.
Strollers with pockets and compartments must be empty before being allowed in the Visitor Center.
Bag storage is available at the entrance to the Visitor Center for a $7 fee per bag fee.
Do not leave valuables on the bus.
The boat launch that brings visitors to the Arizona Memorial may, at a moment's notice, can be canceled due to inclement weather. Guests will spend additional time at the Visitor Center if Arizona Memorial tickets are not available.
Requirements
The airlines are adding surcharges for some dates that are close to selling out. Please call us at 1-866-482-9775 for availability and to check if there is a surcharge for your travel date.
Special Notes
Tour does not include Kona airport transfers.
Operation Days
Daily
Closed on Thanksgiving Day, December 7, Christmas and New Year's Day
Duration
14 hours
Equipment
Hawaiian Airlines and a great air-conditioned tour bus
Vendor
This activity is operated by Polynesian Adventure Tours.
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