Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, Polynesian Center from Maui

Three of Oahu's top sites in one day: Pearl Harbor, the Dole Plantation, and six Pacific island villages

A full-day tour from Maui to Oahu covering Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, and Polynesian Cultural Center, with round-trip airfare from Kahului Airport, ground transportation, entry tickets, and a local guide. The tour runs 9 to 10 hours and includes a 23-minute documentary on the December 7, 1941 attack, a 10-minute boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial, time at the Plantation Store to try Dole Whip and browse souvenirs, a scenic drive along the North Shore past legendary surf breaks, and access to six authentic Polynesian villages where you can watch traditional dances, take a canoe ride between villages, and sit down to a barbecue lunch. Meals beyond the included lunch are at your own expense. Bags are not permitted inside Pearl Harbor but can be stored for $7 each.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. USS Arizona Memorial1h · entry included
2. Dole Plantation1h
3. North Shorepassing by
4. Polynesian Cultural Center3h · entry included

Visit Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, Polynesian Center

• Explore Pearl Harbor exhibits
• Watch USS Arizona Memorial documentary
• Take boat ride to USS Arizona Memorial
• Visit USS Arizona Memorial and Remembrance Wall
• Shop at Dole Plantation Store
• Try frozen Dole Whip treat
• Walk to Rainbow Eucalyptus trees
• Explore Polynesian Cultural Center villages
• Meet Pacific islanders and watch dances
• Take canoe ride between villages
• Learn Tahitian spear throwing and Samoan cooking
• Enjoy Polynesian Canoe Pageant and barbecue lunch

The experience

The day starts with round-trip airfare from Maui to Honolulu, where your guide meets you for ground transport in an air-conditioned van. At Pearl Harbor, you'll walk through exhibits on the events leading to the December 7, 1941 attack, then watch a 23-minute documentary before boarding a 10-minute boat to the USS Arizona Memorial itself. The white, open-air structure sits over the sunken battleship. You'll see the shipwreck and the oil droplets known as "The Tears of the Arizona," and a Remembrance Wall lists the names of 1,177 fallen crew members. The atmosphere is one of reflection, and visitors are asked to maintain respectful silence.

After Pearl Harbor, the tour stops at Dole Plantation, where you can explore the Plantation Store for pineapple-themed souvenirs, local crafts, jams and dried fruit, and try the famous Dole Whip soft-serve treat. A short walk leads to the Rainbow Eucalyptus trees, known for their colorful, multi-hued bark. The drive then takes you along Oahu's North Shore, where you'll see world-famous surf spots (Banzai Pipeline, Waimea Bay, and Sunset Beach), and take in views of the Pacific, lush green mountains, and rugged coastlines.

The final stop is Polynesian Cultural Center, where you enter six authentic villages representing Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, Tonga, Fiji, and New Zealand. You'll meet Pacific islanders, listen to their stories and songs, watch traditional dances, take a canoe ride from village to village, and learn Tahitian spear throwing and Samoan cooking techniques. A colorful Polynesian Canoe Pageant and a barbecue lunch round out the afternoon. Before heading back to the airport, you'll stop at a scenic viewpoint overlooking turquoise waters and Chinaman's Hat (Mokoli'i), with the Kualoa mountain range in the background.

What’s included

• Round-trip airfare from Maui to Honolulu.
• ground transportation in an air-conditioned van with pickup and drop-off.
• entry tickets to Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, and Polynesian Cultural Center.
• a 23-minute documentary and 10-minute boat ride at Pearl Harbor.
• a barbecue lunch at Polynesian Cultural Center.
• narration from a local guide throughout the day.
• canoe rides between villages and hands-on activities like spear throwing and Samoan cooking at the Cultural Center.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except Wednesday and SundayDeparts at 07:00

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Audio guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Aloha Sunshine Tours

Is this one for you?The tour runs 9 to 10 hours with significant walking, so it suits travelers who are comfortable with a full day on their feet and an early start to catch the airfare from Maui. If you prefer a slower pace or want to linger at one site, this packed itinerary covers three major attractions in a single day, which means time at each stop is shared among all three.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly happens at the USS Arizona Memorial?

The USS Arizona Memorial is a white, open-air structure built over the sunken battleship. You'll see the shipwreck itself and the oil droplets known as "The Tears of the Arizona," and a Remembrance Wall displays the names of the 1,177 crew members who died in the attack. Visitors are asked to maintain respectful silence to honor the fallen.

Is the barbecue lunch at Polynesian Cultural Center included in the tour price?

Yes, the barbecue lunch at Polynesian Cultural Center is included. Other meals during the day are at your own expense, so bring cash for roadside stands, food trucks, and local shops: many accept cash only.

What do I do at Polynesian Cultural Center?

You visit six authentic villages representing Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, Tonga, Fiji, and New Zealand. You can watch traditional dances, meet Pacific islanders and listen to their stories and songs, take a canoe ride between villages, and learn hands-on skills like Tahitian spear throwing and Samoan cooking. You'll also sit down for the colorful Polynesian Canoe Pageant.

What's included in the tour price from Maui?

Round-trip airfare from Kahului Airport on Maui to Honolulu is included, along with ground transportation in an air-conditioned van, entry tickets to all three attractions, the barbecue lunch at Polynesian Cultural Center, and narration from a local guide throughout the day.

Can I bring a bag or purse into Pearl Harbor?

Bags and purses are not allowed inside Pearl Harbor. All bags can be stored for $7 each. Clear plastic bags like those allowed at football games are permitted if contents are readily visible. Bags containing medical equipment unsuitable for lightweight transparent bags are also allowed.

How much walking is involved in this tour?

The tour is not recommended for travelers who cannot walk 4 city blocks. Wear comfortable shoes, as you'll be walking much of the day. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and the pace is set by the group as a whole.