Polynesian Cultural Center Day Trip from Waikiki

Explore the cultures of the South Pacific across 42 acres of tropical grounds. Discover the center independently with either Gateway option, or join a group-guided visit with the Alii Luau option. Transport is not included.

• Try hands-on activities that introduce Polynesian traditions
• Take a canoe tour and watch the canoe pageant
• Discover Hawaii through the Hawaiian Journey movie experience
• Enjoy dancing and musical performances throughout your visit

Itinerary

1. Meet at the Polynesian Cultural Center at 12:00 p.m.
2. At 12:15 p.m., explore six island villages over 5 hours and 15 minutes. Explore independently with the Gateway Package (Bronze Seating) or Deluxe Gateway Package (Gold Seating), or join a group-guided tour with the Alii Luau Package (Gold Seating).
3. Enjoy dinner at the Gateway Buffet from 4:30–7:00 p.m. with either Gateway package. With the Alii Luau Package (Gold Seating), enjoy the Alii Luau Buffet, with seating from 4:40–6:30 p.m.
4. At 7:30 p.m., watch HA: Breath of Life at the Polynesian Cultural Center. The show lasts 1 hour and 15 minutes, with bronze seating for the Gateway Package and gold seating for the Deluxe Gateway and Alii Luau packages.
5. Finish at the Polynesian Cultural Center at 9:00 p.m.

What's Included

• Gateway options: Gateway Buffet with Polynesian-inspired, Asian and American dishes, plus live music
• Alii Luau option: Alii Luau Buffet with live entertainment, a flower lei greeting and a smoothie
• 3-day return pass for the island villages after your initial visit
• Laie & Temple Visitors Center Tour, subject to guide availability

Important details

• Children ages 0–3 join free. Child tickets cover ages 4–11.
• Bring a valid ID for the ticket check.
• A mandatory driver/guide gratuity surcharge is not included in the listed price: USD10 per adult and USD8 per child. You'll pay the driver/guide directly in cash in US dollars.
• Arrive 15 minutes before the start time.