ADA Accessible Self-Guided Pearl Harbor & Historic Sights (ADA Wheelchair Accessible)
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Port
Honolulu, Hawaii, US
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Activity Level
Easy
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Excursion Type
All,80,81
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Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
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Starting At
$349
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
5 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Holland America Line is proud to announce the launch of our first ADA-compliant tour in Hawaii, the "Pearl Harbor & Historic Sights" tour. This groundbreaking tour features step-free routes, professional tour guides, and accessible vehicles, ensuring a comfortable and enriching experience for all guests. We are committed to expanding our accessible tour offerings to other ports, providing inclusive travel opportunities across our destinations. Join us as we make history with our dedication to accessibility and exceptional guest experiences.
This tour option is reserved for full-time wheelchair users. Please note that there are only two wheelchair-accessible spots available on the bus. If you are not a full-time wheelchair user but are accompanying someone who is, please book the companion ticket, Pearl Harbor & Historic Sights (Companion Ticket). You will be seated on the same bus as your companion to ensure you can enjoy the experience together.
Pearl Harbor Self-Guided Tour:
Transfer to Pearl Harbor for this self-guided visit to one of America's great historical landmarks.
Upon arrival, proceed to Aloha Court to plan your visit using the information and tools available here.
Immerse yourself in history as you explore the two galleries — Road to War and Attack. These two galleries vividly depict the events leading up to the bombing of Pearl Harbor and its aftermath. Discover personal memorabilia, dramatic photographs, and authentic battle artifacts. Kiosks allow you to hear firsthand accounts from those who witnessed this pivotal moment.
In the Pearl Harbor Memorial Theater, watch a 23-minute film about the December 7, 1941, attack. Showings begin every 15 and 45 minutes past the hour.
You can also view the interpretive Wayside Exhibits. These thought-provoking displays invite visitors to imagine the experience of that tragic day. By superimposing descriptive images of Pearl Harbor as it was in 1941 over the bustling port as it appears today, these exhibits bridge the past and the present.
Next, enjoy a panoramic drive through metropolitan Honolulu. Watch for Iolani Palace — the only royal palace on American soil, rich in Hawaiian history. Kawaiahao Church is a historic landmark with captivating architecture. The King Kamehameha Statue pays homage to the legendary Hawaiian king who united the islands. You'll also spot the Hawaii State Capitol, the Governor's Mansion, and quaint missionary homes.
Take a moment to experience the serenity of the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. This cemetery, informally known as Punchbowl Cemetery, is located at Punchbowl Crater in Honolulu, Hawaii. It serves as a poignant memorial to honor both men and women who courageously served in the United States Armed Forces and made the ultimate sacrifice.
USS Arizona Memorial Information: Tickets for the USS Arizona Memorial are not included in this tour. Time permitting, you can join the standby line for the USS Arizona upon arrival, but availability is not guaranteed, as they are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. The Arizona Memorial experience is 75 minutes long, and your total time at Pearl Harbor is three hours (all free time). If you can secure USS Arizona Memorial tickets, you must work within the allotted time, as the coach must leave at the designated departure time. Guests who miss the coach forfeit the remainder of the tour and must find their own transportation back to the ship.
Notes:
ADA Accessibility: The content of this tour is identical to Accessible Self-Guided Pearl Harbor & Historic Sights. Only non-ambulatory guests using a wheelchair that requires specific accommodations, such as a lift and a wheelchair anchor on the transportation, can book this tour, as it ensures accessible transportation (guests using a collapsible wheelchair and able to board the coach via the steps must book Accessible Self-Guided Pearl Harbor & Historic Sights). Due to the specialized nature of some lift-equipped vehicles, priority is given to guests using a wheelchair and one companion only; additional companions may be required to travel on non-accessible transportation and should book the same tour under the title Accessible Self-Guided Pearl Harbor & Historic Sights. The tour operator suggests bringing a companion to assist, as guides are not allowed to push wheelchairs. Bookings not marked with an accessibility requirement will be removed from the tour's inventory. Please complete the Special Services form at https://book.hollandamerica.com/specialServices/login.action; this will ensure that suitable transportation is in place for your tour.
Notes:
Tour is self-guided at Pearl Harbor. Tour does not operate on holidays. Bring state-issued photo ID. Wear comfortable walking shoes.
Bag Policy: Security measures are strictly enforced at all visitor destinations on Pearl Harbor as follows:
Items that are NOT allowed:
• Bags, packages, or containers that offer concealment, such as purses, handbags, backpacks, fanny packs, camera bags, diaper bags, luggage, etc., greater than 1.25" x 2.25" x 5.5"
• Glass containers other than baby food jars and tempered glass water bottles
• Musical instruments and cases not related to a permit
• Flowers in pots, vases, or containers
• Aerosol containers
• Knives and other weapons, including pocket knives and multitools
• Alcoholic beverages
• Flags, signs, or banners on posts or poles not related to a permit
• Wreaths on stands not related to a permit
Items ALLOWED at the monument:
• Clutches (strap or no strap) and wallets measuring 1.25" x 2.25" x 5.5" or less in total dimensions
• Clear plastic bags, such as those allowed at football games, whose contents are readily visible
• Small canvas and recycled material type (thick plastic) shopping bags purchased in the secure zone. Use is allowed on the day of purchase only, and will not be allowed re-entry once they exit the secure zone
• Fixed bag on a wheelchair (no ability to remove)
• Bags containing medical equipment unsuitable for lightweight, plastic, transparent shopping bags
• Stroller with a fixed pouch (no ability to remove)
• Musical instruments and cases related to an NPS-issued Special Use Permit or similar partner document
• Food and water that is not concealed in a package
• Firearms possessed by commissioned law enforcement officers under LEOSA (must be declared to a law enforcement ranger)