
Points of Interest
- Waimea Bay and North Shore
- Polynesian Cultural Center
- Pali Lookout
Description
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
Immerse yourself in Polynesian culture on this full-day excursion via air conditioned motorcoach that takes you on a 90-minute scenic drive through the breathtaking landscape of Oahu's lush windward side. En route, glimpse Queen Emma's Summer Palace, summer retreat of the wife of King Kamehameha IV. Take in stunning island vistas at the Pali Lookout. View the pineapple plantations of Wahiawa and the Dole Pineapple Pavilion. Travel the north shore, home of Oahu's famous surfing beaches. Visit the Polynesian Center, a 42-acre center dedicated to preserving the cultures and customs of old Polynesia. Stroll the center you'll find six different authentic island settings with dozens of fun-filled and informative demonstrations such as Tongan drumming, fire making, coconut tree climbing and traditional dances of Fiji, Hawaii, Aotearoa, Samoa, Tahiti and Tonga. Enjoy lunch on your own at a variety of food establishments in the Hukilau Marketplace. Your scenic return drive includes a view of Chinaman's Hat Island, so named because of its unique conical shape.
Special Notes:
This tour is not available on Sundays, Wednesdays or holidays when the Polynesian Cultural Center is closed. This tour does not operate on voyages departing Honolulu before 6:00pm.Details
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.
Depart from ship for scenic drive to Pali Lookout
- Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity: 53
- Travel time: 00:30
- Time at site: 00:15
- Walking distance: 100
- Wheelchair accessible: No
- Restroom available: Yes
- Photo/video opportunity: Yes
Transfer to and visit Dole Pineapple Pavilion
- Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity: 53
- Travel time: 00:45
- Time at site: 00:30
- Inside visit: Yes
- Walking distance: 100
- Wheelchair accessible: Yes
- Restroom available: Yes
- Shopping available: Yes
Drive along the North Shore to Polynesian Cultural Center
- Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity: 53
- Travel time: 01:30
- Walking distance: 5
Self guided tour of Polynesian Cultural Center
- Time at site: 04:00
- Inside visit: Yes
- Air conditioned: Yes
- Wheelchair accessible: Yes
- Restroom available: Yes
- Shopping available: Yes
Re-board motorcoach for return to ship
- Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity: 53
- Travel time: 01:30
- Wheelchair accessible: No