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Tour Title
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TALE OF TWO PALACES ADVENTURE
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Tour Description
Slideshow /Photos
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Step back in time on this unforgettable and exciting adventure as you visit the historic highlights of the Kingdom of Hawaii.
Traveling into the lush Nuuanu Valley, our first stop is Queen Emma's Summer Palace where a past era comes alive.
Next, we arrive at Hawaii's sacred Royal Mausoleum, "Mauna 'Ala", the final resting place of six of the kingdom's last eight ruling monarchs.
Then we go on a hour long journey inside the ornate Iolani Palace, the only Royal Palace in the United States, to discover its splendid treasures.
You will also see the historic sites of the legendary King Kamehameha's statue and the unique Kawaiahao Church, "the Westminster Abbey of Hawaii"..
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Length of Tour
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4 hours from Waikiki and 5 hours from Ihilani hours
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Walking time reqired::
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1.5 hours walking inside the two Royal Palaces (45 mins each Palace Grounds )
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Rating/Difficulty:
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very easy
*Tours with this designation might still involve some physical activity such as walking on flat, paved roads.
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Restrictions:
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1.) To protect the historic value Koa wood floors neither Palaces accommodate personal wheelchairs or walkers inside the buildings but Iolani Palace does provide their own special devices making this location suitable for guests with walking difficulties.
2.) No children under 5 years are allowed to go inside Iolani palace
3.) No Large Bags or Backpacks are allowed inside Iolani palace
4.) Respectful clothing is required while visiting Iolani palace
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| Availability |
As Iolani Palace has set spot times it is suggested to stay with the below itinerary:
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Visited Locations |
Open |
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Queen Emma's Summer Palace
*Closed on: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President's day, Kuhio Day, Memorial Day, Kamehameha Day, Independence day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas day
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Daily |
9:00am |
4:00pm |
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Iolani Palace
Spot time is: 12:10pm
*CLOSED on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Years Day.
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Mon-Sat only
Sunday closed |
9:00am |
4:00pm |
Recommended Timetable
*Departing from WAIKIKI |
Start |
Activity |
Minutes |
Restrooms |
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9:30 |
depart & drive to Queen Emma's Summer Palace |
20 |
- |
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9:50 |
visit Queen Emma's Summer Palace |
60 |
yes |
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10:50 |
Drive to the Pali Lookout |
10 |
- |
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11:00 |
Visit the Pali Lookout |
15 |
- |
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11:15 |
Drive to the Royal Mausoleum |
15 |
- |
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11:30 |
Visit the Royal Mausoleum, "Mauna 'Ala" |
15 |
- |
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11:45 |
drive to King Kamehameha's statue |
15 |
- |
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12:00 |
visit King Kamehameha's statue |
10 |
- |
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12:10 |
visit Iolani Palace inside |
60 |
yes |
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13:10 |
drive back to Waikiki |
20 |
- |
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13:30 |
drop off at Waikiki |
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Recommended Timetable
*Departing from IHILANI |
Start |
Activity |
Minutes |
Restrooms |
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9:00 |
depart & drive to Queen Emma's Summer Palace |
60 |
- |
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10:00 |
visit Queen Emma's Summer Palace |
50 |
yes |
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10:50 |
Drive to the Pali Lookout |
10 |
- |
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11:00 |
Visit the Pali Lookout |
15 |
- |
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11:15 |
Drive to the Royal Mausoleum |
15 |
- |
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11:30 |
Visit the Royal Mausoleum, "Mauna 'Ala" |
15 |
- |
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11:45 |
drive to King Kamehameha's statue |
15 |
- |
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12:00 |
visit King Kamehameha's statue |
10 |
- |
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12:10 |
visit Iolani Palace inside |
60 |
yes |
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13:10 |
drive back to IHILANI |
50 |
- |
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14:00 |
drop off at IHILANI |
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We provide the following (per person):
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Admission fee(s):
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We pay the admission fees to BOTH Palaces
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Beverage:
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1 bottle of spring water
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Lunch:
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Optional, for an added cost
Menu options for this tour
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Additional Items
To Bring/Wear By Guests:
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- We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes (tennis shoes).
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Pricing options:
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Guide only,
Guide+Transportation, Guide+Transportation+Lunch
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Minimum Capacity:
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10
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Maximum Capacity:
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72
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Cancellation Policy:
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A minimum 72-hour advanced notice required for full refund.
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