USS Arizona Memorial (Overlook, does not include the boat ticket, HTS can assist with tickets in advance)
The USS Arizona Memorial is a memorial located directly above the wreck of the USS Arizona BB-39 that was sunk in the Pearl Harbor attack in Pearl Harbor on Oahu, Hawaii. It is governed and maintained by the US government and the US Navy. In addition to the sunken battleship, there are still 1,102 of the 1,177 dead soldiers lying in the wreckage of the USS Arizona to this day.
In 1941, the Imperial Japanese Navy launched a raid on Pearl Harbor, which directly caused the United States to join World War II. In order to commemorate this incident and the officers and soldiers who died in the incident, the memorial hall was built in 1962. Although the building of the memorial is located directly above the wreckage of the original battleship, it did not touch the wreckage itself. Since the memorial was completed in 1980, it has been jointly managed by the National Park Service and the Naval Arizona Memorial Visitor Management Center. Two 19,585-pound iron anchors on the Arizona were also salvaged ashore. One of them was placed in the visitor center on the shore of the memorial, and the other was placed in Phoenix, the capital of Arizona. The name of the Arizona is the source. From Arizona.
Battleship Missouri Memorial (admin not included)
The USS Missouri is the fourth Iowa-class battleship built by the US Navy. Its sister ships include Iowa, New Jersey and Wisconsin. Although the Missouri is numbered BB-63, which is slightly larger than the Wisconsin, she is the last U.S. battleship to be built and the last decommissioned. The 20-story steel giant "Missouri" is the largest battleship in American history. The memorial provides a free 35-minute guided tour on the ship, which will lead you to follow the pace of history and stand on the "surrender deck" where Japan surrendered to the allies in World War II. Looking back on the Chinese representative, General Xu Yongchang, accepting Japan's surrender in World War II. On September 2, 1945, the signing ceremony of Japan’s unconditional surrender was held on the main deck of the USS Missouri, an American battleship anchored in Tokyo Bay. The Missouri witnessed the five-star Admiral Douglas MacArthur and Admiral Chester in Tokyo Bay. Nimitz presided over the acceptance ceremony of Japan's surrender and marked the end of World War II. The battleship Missouri is famous all over the world because it carried and witnessed this historical moment. In 1999, the battleship Missouri moved from the West Coast of the United States to Pearl Harbor, preparing to moor next to the USS Arizona Memorial. These two battleships marked the beginning and end of World War II, the most humiliating years and the most glorious end of the war for the United States.
Mighty Mo Pass (Explanation)
The main deck focuses on explaining that the 20-story steel giant "Missouri" in Pearl Harbor is the largest battleship in American history. The memorial provides a free 35-minute guided tour in Chinese on the ship, which will lead you to follow the pace of history and stand on the "surrender deck" where Japan surrendered to the allies in World War II. Looking back on the Chinese representative, General Xu Yongchang, accepting Japan's surrender in World War II. Glory moment!
Waikiki Beach (pass)
The world-famous Waikiki is located on the southern shore of Honolulu, and actually used to be a recreational place for the royal family of Hawaii. In Hawaiian, Waikiki means "Spouting Water". When the first hotel, Moana Surfrider, was established on its beach in 1901, Waikiki officially opened its arms to the world. Today, Waikiki is home to Oahu’s major hotels and resorts and is a vibrant gathering place that welcomes tourists from all over the world. The main block along Kalakaua Avenue is lined with world-class shopping, dining, entertainment, event venues and resorts. Waikiki is most famous for its beaches, and each hotel is only two or three blocks away from the sea. The calm sea of Waikiki is a great place for you to learn to surf. In fact, Duke Kahanamoku, the legendary Hawaiian water athlete, grew up here and learned to surf in the waves of Waikiki. The Olympic swimming gold medalist actually taught tourists how to surf at the turn of the century, and he was later known as the "father of modern surfing." Today, "Waikiki Beach Boys" uphold Duke's legacy and teach visitors how to surf and canoe. The Duke Kahanamoku statue has become an iconic symbol of Waikiki. But the charm of Waikiki is not limited to the beach. Attractions such as the Honolulu Zoo and Waikiki Aquarium can bring you a lot of fun and are suitable for the whole family. On both sides of Kalakaua and Kuhio Avenues, as well as gathering places such as the Royal Hawaiian Center and Waikiki Beach Walk, you will find some great, Very distinctive shopping shops and restaurants. After watching the magnificent Waikiki sunset, the excitement is not over, wonderful nightlife and live music are waiting for you!
Diamond Head Look Out
The iconic outline of the Diamond Head State Monument is connected to the skyline of Honolulu, just against Waikiki Beach. This 760-foot (232-meter) high crater is one of Hawaii’s most famous landmarks. Diamond Hill means "Leahi" in Hawaiian (meaning the brow of tuna), and was later named "Diamond Hill" by British sailors in the 19th century. They thought they had discovered a "Hawaiian diamond" on the slopes of this crater. But these "Hawaiian diamonds" are actually shiny calcite crystals that Native Hawaiians wear to ward off evil spirits.
This crater was formed more than 100,000 years ago and was used as a strategic military observation post in the early 20th century. It was named a national natural landmark in 1968. Today, Diamond Head is a popular hiking destination with panoramic views of Waikiki and the south coast of Oahu.
Kahala Estates (pass by)
A large concentration of some of the most expensive real estate and beachfront properties in Hawaii. Many celebrities and business moguls vacation homes in this area.
Hanauma Bay ( Mon & Tue close and admin not included)
Just from gazing at the ring-shaped coast of Hanauma Bay at the southeastern tip of Honolulu in the east, it is hard to imagine that this beautiful bay was once a volcanic crater. Today, this volcanic crater, constantly eroded by the waves, has become an important nature reserve and the most popular snorkeling destination on the island
Halona “Blow Hole” Lookout – This volcanic lava tube propels water into the sky like a whale’s blowhole
Waimanalo (Sandy) Beach (pass by)
Waimanalo Beach, known locally as Sandy Beach, is a surfing destination in Hawaii. While the sand Waikiki Beach was imported, the soft white sand at Waimanalo Beach was naturally and locally generated. The soft sands and energized waves here have made the beach an attraction for locals and visitors alike!
Nuanu Pali Lookout (parking fee not included)
"Pali" means "cliff" in Hawaiian language. The Pali vent is also the site of the Battle of Anua. King Kamehameha I won the victory here in 1795 and eventually unified Oahu. This fierce battle claimed the lives of hundreds of fighters, some of whom were forced to jump off the steep cliffs of Pali as a last resort.