7AP - Private Pearl Harbor and Mini Circle Island Tour Departing from Waikiki Area

Discover Oahu Your Way: A Private, Customizable Island Adventure Through History and Scenic Beauty

Embark on a private, customizable journey through Oahu’s most iconic destinations, starting at the Pearl Harbor Historic Sites Visitor Center, where history comes alive. Discover exhibits detailing the events leading up to the attack on December 7, 1941, watch a moving documentary, and take a peaceful boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial, honoring the lives lost.

At the Dole Plantation, customize your experience by choosing from attractions like the scenic Pineapple Express Train Tour, exploring gardens with colorful Rainbow Eucalyptus trees, or enjoying the iconic Dole Whip. The plantation’s gift shop offers a variety of pineapple-themed souvenirs and local products.

Continue your tailored tour with a scenic drive through the famous North Shore surf beaches and the charming Haleiwa Town, or take in panoramic views from the Pali Lookout. Stop for a local favorite lunch at Fumi’s Shrimp Truck, and explore the South Shore’s highlights, including Halona Blowhole, Hanauma Bay, and Diamond Head Crater. Conclude with breathtaking vistas of the Windward coast and its offshore islands.

This private tour combines Oahu’s natural beauty, rich history, and local flavors, allowing you to customize each stop to make the journey uniquely yours.

Availability: Daily at 7:00am (except Sunday) Pick-up Time: Between 6:00AM and 7:00AM* Duration: 10 Hours* (* all times are approximate)

Tour Highlight

Pearl Harbor Historic Sites Visitor Center

• Discover exhibits and a documentary on the December 7, 1941, attack, and enjoy a guided boat ride with views of historic military sites.

USS Arizona Memorial

• Visit the open-air memorial over the sunken battleship, view "The Tears of the Arizona," and reflect at the Remembrance Wall listing the fallen crew.

Dole Plantation

• Browse pineapple-themed souvenirs, enjoy a Dole Whip, and see Rainbow Eucalyptus trees, with an optional Pineapple Express Train Tour (additional cost).

North Shore, Oahu (Drive-by)

• Take in scenic views of famous surf beaches like Waimea Bay, with surfers riding waves and lush landscapes creating a laid-back coastal vibe.

Haleiwa Town (Drive-by)

• Pass through this charming surf town with colorful storefronts, art galleries, surf shops, and local eateries showcasing classic Hawaiian charm.

Pali Lookout

• Stop at a historic lookout with panoramic views of the Koolau Mountains, marking the site of a decisive battle by King Kamehameha.

Tanaka’s Kahuku Shrimp Food Stand

• Enjoy a local lunch with freshly prepared garlic shrimp and sides, offering a taste of North Shore’s flavors.

South Shore Oahu Lookouts

• Admire sweeping views of the coastline and turquoise waters, stopping at scenic points along the rugged cliffs.

Halona Blowhole Lookout

• Watch the dramatic sprays of seawater as waves force water through a volcanic rock formation, creating a memorable natural display.

Hanauma Bay Lookout

• Take in stunning views of Hanauma Bay's coral reef and curved beach, a famous snorkeling area known for vibrant marine life.

Diamond Head Crater Lookout

• Enjoy iconic views of Waikiki and the Pacific Ocean from the edge of Diamond Head Crater, with a backdrop of rugged slopes and shoreline.

Windward Oahu Offshore Islands

• View Oahu's Windward coast and offshore islands like Mokoli'i and the Moku Lua Islands, set against the Koolau Range’s green cliff

What's Included

• Entry-tickets to all the attractions on your tour are included in the price of the tour and will be provided by your guide the day of the tour (except the Pineapple Express Train Ride)
• Pick-up and drop-off service from Waikiki area hotels and resorts
• Engaging narration from a local guide, sharing stories and insights throughout your tour
• Private tour in luxury, modern, air-conditioned buses with comfortable seating and huge anti-glare windows
• Completely customizable you choose the stops, the order, and how long you stay at each stop

What's not Included

• Tickets for the Pineapple Express Train Ride Tour at the Dole Plantation are at your own expense.
• The ticket prices are as follows: Adults $13.75, Children (4-12) $11.75, Children 3 and under are free when accompanied by an adult
• The Pineapple Train Tour is available depending on the number of people on your tour
• The Dole Plantation Garden Tour and Garden Maze are not part of this tour
• Meals are at your own expense
• Gratuities

What to Bring

• Bring cash for roadside stands, food trucks, and local shops—many are cash-only
• If you enjoy your tour tipping your guide in cash is always appreciated
• Government issued photo ID (Passport if from outside the United States)
• Comfortable clothes and covered shoes (no swimwear allowed in Pearl Harbor)
• Camera, reef safe sunscreen, sunglasses, hat

What you Should Know

Pick-up Process

• Pick-up and drop-off times are approximate and are subject to change.
• Please be attentive to your phone for pick-up time updates starting at 48-hours prior to the tour until the morning of your tour

Tickets to Tour Attractions

• You don’t need to worry about purchasing tickets—all entry fees for the attractions on your tour are covered in the tour price (Except for the Pineapple Express Train Tour)
• Your guide will provide your tickets the morning of your tour
• Sites are subject to close due to stormy weather

Conduct and Dress Code

• Visitors are reminded that the Pearl Harbor National Memorial is a site of significant loss and serves as the final resting place for hundreds. It is a space for remembrance and reflection
• Appropriate dress and conduct are expected to honor the solemn nature of the site
• Comfortable shoes are recommended you will be on your feet for extended periods of time
• There is no smoking allowed on the visitor center grounds or at the memorial
• Swimwear is not allowed

Self-Guided

• Pearl Harbor is a self-guided military site with park rangers available to answer questions and provide directions
• During the Pearl Harbor portion of your tour our guide will be on standby and will inform you when to meet for the next part of your tour

Bag Policy

• Purses and bags are not allowed inside Pearl Harbor. All bags may be stored for $7.00 each
• Clear plastic bags are allowed, such as those allowed at football games, in which the contents are readily visible
• Bags containing medical equipment unsuitable for lightweight, plastic, transparent shopping bags are allowed

Food and Beverages

• Meals are at your own expense
• There are a few on-site dining options at the Pearl Harbor Visitors Center and near the Battleship Missouri, such as food trucks, snack stands, or cafes where you can purchase and enjoy food before or after your tour
• Due to the no bag policy at Pearl Harbor National Memorial, it is recommended to bring snacks and water bottles that can be easily carried