WWII From Beginning to End

special offer banner WWII From Beginning to End Tour in Oahu (Battleship Row, Iolani Palace)
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Small
Shore Excursion Type Cultural, Scenic
Shore Excursion Duration 7 Hours 30 Minutes
Activity Level ? Moderate
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? The cruise ship pier, or an approximately 5 to 10 minute walk from the cruise ship pier.
Food/Beverage Provided Not Included
Recommended Dress Comfortable clothing and sensible, closed-toe walking shoes are recommended. Bathing suits are not accepted as proper clothing. Sunscreen and sunglasses are suggested. The US Department of the Interior has instituted a "no bags" policy at the Arizona Memorial and Visitor Center. Guests may not carry any item that offers concealment. This includes purses, handbags, backpacks, diaper bags, etc. A small camera is permitted. Camera lens cannot exceed 6 inches. Please bring vital items in a manner that they can be placed in your pockets.
Restrictions A photo ID for all guests 16 years of age or older is required to enter Pearl Harbor. Guests under 16 must have a copy of their birth certificate. The US Department of the Interior has instituted a "no bags" policy at the Arizona Memorial and Visitor Center. Guests may not carry any item that offers concealment. This includes purses, handbags, backpacks, diaper bags, etc. A small camera is permitted. Camera lens cannot exceed 6 inches. Please bring vital items in a manner that they can be placed in your pockets. Guests must be able to step on/off the Navy shuttle boat to visit the Arizona Memorial. The restrooms, movie theater, exhibit galleries, bookstore, information desk and drinking fountains, Navy shuttle boats, and USS Arizona Memorial are all wheelchair accessible; however, the walking the distance between facilities can be challenging for visitors with limited mobility, although there are several benches located throughout the visitor center to facilitate rest opportunities.

WWII From Beginning to End

Before you arrive for your Pearl Harbor Tour, your guide will provide a brief history of the surprise attack at the U.S. Naval Base. Arriving at the Arizona Memorial, your guide will turn you over to the National Park Rangers, who will show you a 23-minute historical film with authentic footage of the Pearl Harbor attack. From the theater you will be taken to the Arizona Memorial aboard a Navy shuttle. At the Arizona Memorial, visit the Shrine Room and reflect on the names of the 1,177 men resting aboard the sunken battleship below. And be sure to peer down at the actual battleship wreckage along with the "black tears of the Arizona," oil that still leaks from the vessel more than 70 years after its sinking.

Back at the Visitors Center, you will meet up with your guide and take time to browse through the fascinating museum exhibits and explore the gift shop where you can find Pearl Harbor books, memorabilia and souvenirs. From the grounds of the Visitor's Center, you can look across to Battleship Row and also see the USS Bowfin submarine, which is not far from the Visitors Center. The USS Missouri, located on Pearl Harbor's Ford Island, is also easy to see from here, and is the next stop on your journey.

After a trip on the public shuttle, a guide from the "Mighty Mo" will take you on a 40-minute tour back through history to the deck of the USS Missouri, where the Japanese surrendered in Tokyo Bay and a peace treaty ending WWII was signed. See the dent caused by a Kamikaze plane as it nearly destroyed this famous warship.

After spending time at these two magnificent Pearl Harbor museums, you and your guide will tour downtown Honolulu. Learn and view notable attractions such as the Iolani Palace, King Kamehameha Statue, and Punchbowl National Cemetery of the Pacific.

Please Note: A photo ID for all guests 16 years of age or older is required to enter Pearl Harbor. Guests under 16 must have a copy of their birth certificate. We and our partners have no control over Pearl Harbor, the National Park or the Navy shuttle boats at the Arizona Memorial. Please be aware that long lines and delays occur frequently at the National Park, as the Arizona Memorial is operated on a first-come first-served basis each day. We are not able to offer any refunds if guests do not gain entry to the Arizona Memorial, movie, or other sights due to a large number of visitors on a given day or due to a weather shut down by the US Navy or other government agency. We thank you for your understanding. This is not a transfer tour. The tour does not drop off at the airport, and cannot accommodate luggage. During free time at Pearl Harbor, guests will be able to redeem a voucher for a light lunch. We recommend bringing additional funds to supplement your lunch. Your guide will give you more information on dining the day of the tour.

4.5 Stars4.7 / 5  |  44 ReviewsReview This Tour
Well organized tour, even with a police "bust."
March 03, 2022
We got off to a funny (for us) start when a police officer stopped our bus for picking us up at a public bus stop. We got delayed and our driver Jorge was not happy, but he got us to PH national memorial in good time while giving us a great historic background. He gave us clear directions of what to do and expect while we were at the Memorial and met us at the end of the day, driving us to Iolani Palace for photo opportunities. Because Jorge gave us good guidance and the tour had purchased our tickets, all went smoothly. The Memorial is gripping, informative, and a fine tribute to Americans who perished in the attack or survived to be heroes. Tour of Mighty Mo, USS Missouri, was a nice addition to the tour. We were happy and felt the tour was a very good value. Thank you!
Reviewer: Leslie Sanderson
5 Stars
WWII - Pearl Harbor and more
May 16, 2020
If you are looking for a scenic and historical tour - this one does it all! Our tour guide was engaging and shared loads of information on the history of Honolulu and of course Pearl Harbor and the Mighty Moe. Definitely recommend !
Reviewer: Carole Bottazzi
5 Stars
Fabulous!
February 08, 2020
We had a terrific tour of Pearl Harbor and the Missouri! Picked up at the hotel on time and appreciated the attention to detail of our tour guide, not to mention her upbeat amusing commentary during drive times. She kept us on schedule which was another plus!
Reviewer: Susan Rolston
5 Stars
WWII from beginning to End
February 07, 2020
Outstanding guide and service. The monument to Arizona was overwhelming. The tour of the Missouri was a bonus to finish the story. Our guide was very helpful and knowledgeable about the area.
Reviewer: Theresa Bazzone
5 Stars
WW11 Beginning to End
November 19, 2019
This tour enabled us to learn so much history, empathy and respect for the people who went through these events. A tour which could be repeated to learn so much more-well done and also very sad-our respects to all involved.
Reviewer: Gloria Mckenzie
5 Stars
WWII - Pearl Harbor and more
June 23, 2019
This tour encompassed everything that we were looking for in an historical journey from Pearl Harbor to the Missouri and beyond. Our guide was extremely informative and lively. The only drawback was that we would have liked more time at the Punchbowl. Would recommend this tour for anyone interested in our history.
Reviewer: Caroline Bottazzi
5 Stars