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From $4,099 - $4,399 /person
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere & Casual Hotels
Hawaii's Big Island Multi-Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere & Casual Hotels
2023: Dec 2024: Jan-Dec 2025: Jan-Aug














Volcanoes National Park & the Kohala Coast
A perfect blend of flavors, colors and everything Hawaiian. Behold an active volcano from afar, then explore it up close. Bike through lava fields along the coast, kayak on a sparkling bay, then finish off the day lounging oceanside beneath the palms. This Hawaiian adventure vacation is engaging, entertaining and exhilarating.
Highlights
- Discover the Big Island's unique culture, savor fresh Hawaiian cuisine and walk in the footsteps of King Kamehameha
- Hike with a local expert and discover Volcanoes National Park, exploring the geological features of an active volcano
- Bike through lush rain forests and across lunar landscapes, and enjoy sweeping coastal views along the famed Ironman Route
- Swim, snorkel and kayak in the warm waters of Puako Bay for an up-close perspective of Hawaii's fascinating marine life

Start Kailua-Kona
End Kailua-Kona or Kohala Coast
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary

Days 1-2
Explore a newly formed caldera with a local guide • Walk through a dense forest in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, taking in the beauty of Kilauea, one of the most active volcanoes on Earth • Experience a dramatic landscape sculpted by centuries of volcanic eruptions from Pele, the Hawaiian Goddess of Fire • Discover the lush and tropical side of the island, where rugged cliffs, brilliantly colored flowers and fragrant guava trees abound • Watch for colorful birds such as the iiwi, with its bright red body and salmon-colored bill • Ride along some of the Big Island's most scenic roads • Dip your toes in the warm water at a black-sand beach.

Nights 1-2
An up-country bed-and-breakfast with ideal access to Volcanoes National Park.

Days 3-6
Explore the islands' South Coast, where Hawaii's best scenery is on display—sweeping ocean vistas, beautiful valleys, lush tropical gardens and dramatic cliffs • Visit Puuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park, an ancient place of refuge • Kayak past rocky cliffs and secluded sea caves in the crystal-clear waters around Puako • Snorkel among colorful parrotfish, Moorish idols and Hawaiian lionfish • At our oceanfront retreat, swim, find your balance on a stand-up paddleboard or bliss out on the hotel's half-moon beach • Start the day with a sunrise walk along the ocean on the Kahakai trail • Ride along the sun-soaked Kohala Coast, tracing 30 miles of the Kona Ironman Triathlon's cycling course • Learn about historic petroglyphs and King Kamehameha the Great on a coastal walk.

Nights 3-5
A blissful resort on a half-moon beach offering abundant amenities and exceptional aloha hospitality. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa)
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Because the Big Island is rugged and covered in lava fields, a limited number of paved roads traverse the island. While Backroads strives to find roadways that are quiet and off the beaten track, many of the routes on this trip include highways with fast moving traffic. Of course, you're always welcome to jump in the shuttle to avoid the busier roads.
In order to bring you the full gamut of the Big Island's splendor, we spend more time shuttling on this trip than on many other Backroads trips. Our time in the shuttles will allow us to experience the incredible variety of ecosystems, scenery and activities that Hawaii has to offer. So sit back and relax, knowing that someone else is doing the driving, and enjoy the beauty of the journey.
The Big Island boasts an astonishing array of climate zones. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is famous for its renowned active volcanoes, rain forests and weather that varies with the elevation. Despite the tropical latitude, it can be rainy and chilly any time of the year during our stay near the National Park and visitors should be prepared for a wide range of weather conditions, including heavy rain and strong winds. The Kohala Coast also experiences powerful winds, which may make cycling coastal roads difficult or require us to alter our planned activities.
Kilauea Lodge is a fairly rustic property in a stunning location near Volcanoes National Park. Although clean and comfortable, the guest rooms are basic and are not equipped with phones or televisions.
The holiday and spring break months are a great time to travel; however, with days off and the desire to escape for sunshine many others have the same idea. While we always aim to get off the beaten path, during certain times of the year crowds and delays are unavoidable.
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Nights 1-2
*Casual Hotel
An up-country bed-and-breakfast with ideal access to Volcanoes National Park.

Nights 3-5
Premiere Hotel
A blissful resort on a half-moon beach offering abundant amenities and exceptional aloha hospitality. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.

Included in your trip price

Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only

Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
Dates & Prices
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