Private Post Cruise Pearl Harbor, USS Arizona Memorial, and Battleship Missouri
- Watch the powerful Pearl Harbor documentary that brings the events of December 7, 1941, to life.
- Sail across the harbor to the USS Arizona Memorial, and pay tribute at one of America's most moving WWII landmarks.
- Explore the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center exhibits filled with artifacts, photographs, and stories from the historic attack.
- Walk the decks of the USS Missouri Battleship, the site where World War II officially ended.
- Drive through the serene Punchbowl Cemetery, also known as the National Cemetery of the Pacific, honoring thousands of American service members.
Custom pickup and drop-off are provided for this tour. Please enter your desired pickup and drop-off locations above. Full details will be provided in your electronic ticket upon confirmation.Light walking is required at some stops. Guests must be able to navigate steps and some even and uneven terrain.
A brief safety orientation will be provided, and all guests must sign a waiver before departure. Infants are not free and must be included in the reservation. Restrooms are available at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center and at the USS Missouri.
Guests with luggage will be escorted by the guide via shuttle bus to Ford Island. Guests without luggage will receive VIP access and be driven directly to Ford Island.
For airport pick-up, please provide airline, flight number, and arrival time at the time of booking.
Please note: The USS Arizona Memorial may occasionally close due to weather or at the direction of the U.S. Navy. In such cases, refunds will not be issued; however, guests will visit the historic exhibits and other Pearl Harbor attractions. Closures occur approximately 1-3 times per year.
Private Post Cruise Pearl Harbor, USS Arizona Memorial, and Battleship Missouri
Delve into the powerful history of Pearl Harbor on a private post-cruise shore excursion from Honolulu, Oahu. This personalized experience honors the heroes of World War II while allowing you to explore Hawaii's most historic site at a comfortable pace.
Designed for cruise passengers departing from Honolulu Harbor, this private Pearl Harbor tour offers a more relaxed and meaningful alternative to crowded group excursions. Your professional guide will meet you directly at the cruise terminal and provide engaging historical insight during the drive to the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, one of Oahu's most visited and significant landmarks.
Your visit begins with a short documentary about the events of December 7, 1941, followed by a boat ride across the harbor to the USS Arizona Memorial. With reserved tickets included, you will stand above the sunken battleship that still rests beneath the water, honoring the sailors and Marines who lost their lives during the attack that brought the United States into World War II. You will also have time to explore the visitor center's historic exhibits, which feature photographs, artifacts, and personal stories from that pivotal day.
The tour continues to the legendary USS Missouri Battleship on historic Ford Island, where the official Japanese surrender marked the end of World War II. Enjoy a 35-minute docent led tour across the main deck before your private guide takes you below deck to explore additional areas of this remarkable ship. Guests without luggage receive VIP access to Ford Island, while those with luggage will comfortably travel by shuttle bus with their guide.
If desired, you may stop for an optional lunch on Ford Island before continuing with a scenic drive past Punchbowl Cemetery, also known as the National Cemetery of the Pacific, a beautiful and moving memorial dedicated to American service members.
This private shore excursion includes convenient drop-off at the Honolulu cruise port, airport, or hotel, along with your guide, reserved USS Arizona Memorial tickets, USS Missouri Battleship admission, shuttle transportation, and Ford Island access. It is the perfect way to experience Pearl Harbor's history before continuing your journey from Honolulu.
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