Hawaii's Royal History Tour

See a different side of Hawaii and visit some of the historical highlights of Oahu. Step into the past at Queen Emma's Summer Palace and the world famous Pali Lookout. Visit the Royal Mausoleum, the resting place of six ruling monarchs, Iolani Palace and the unique Kawaiahoa Church.

Step back in time on this unforgettable adventure from Waikiki as you visit the historic highlights of the Kingdom of Hawaii and discover the myth endowed hidden waterfall. Traveling into the lush Nuuanu Valley, the first stop is Queen Emma's Summer Palace where a past era comes alive. Next, drive through a tropical rainforest en route to the world famous Pali Lookout where King Kamehameha the Great, on his way to unifying all the islands into one nation, defeated the forces of Oahu and Maui in 1795.

After driving through a spectacular tree-tunnel you will arrive at Hawaii's sacred Royal Mausoleum -- "Mauna 'Ala". This is the final resting place of six of the kingdom's last eight ruling monarchs. You will also visit the historic sites and grounds surrounding Iolani Palace, the legendary King Kamehameha's statue and unique Kawaiahao Church, "the Westminster Abbey of Hawaii", built from 1,000 pound coral slabs.

Walking time: 1 hour

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