Ancient Hawaiians used Kona, on the island of Hawaii, as the main capital city during the reign of King Kamehameha the Great. The area is rich with Hawaiian folklore and stories. From land divisions, ancient fishponds, Heiau-temples, and royal palaces, we will take you on a journey through this historic area. Pickups at all locations in Kona and south, including Kona and Keauhou.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ All taxes, fees and handling charges
✔ Driver/guide
✔ Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
✖ Gratuities
Pickup Locations
1. Kailua Village Resort
2. Uncle Billy's Kona Bay Hotel
3. Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
4. Kona Oceanfront Home
5. Royal Kona Resort
6. Kona Tiki Hotel
7. The Sea Village
8. Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa
9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kailua-Kona, an IHG hotel
10. Club Wyndham Mauna Loa Village
11. Club Wyndham Kona
Additional Info: Pick ups available from all hotels in Kona and south of Kona Airport
Itinerary
1
Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park
Puuhonua o Honaunau was a place of refuge and royal grounds located south of Kealakekua Bay. Puuhonua o Honaunau remains one of the Big Island’s most historic places and visited landmarks.
Duration: 60 minutes
2
Hulihe'e Palace
The Hulihee’e Royal Palace is the former vacation home of the Hawaiian royal family. Today the Hulihee Palace has been converted into museum by the Daughters of Hawaiʻi. It showcases a variety of Victorian artifacts dating back to the eras of King Kalakaua and Queen Kapiolani. Located on Alii Drive, it’s in the heart of historic Kailua Village (Kailua-Kona)!
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Ahuena Heiau
The Big Island of Hawaii is full of sacred places that honor the culture and heritage of the Hawaiian people such as Hawaiian temples like Ku’emanu and Ahu’ena. Ahu’ena was built by King Kamehameha I in honor of the god of fertility, Lono. Ku’emanu is the only Hawaiian temple dedicated to surfing, and is favorite visit by surfers from all over the world.
Duration: 60 minutes
4
Lekeleke Burial Ground
One of Hawaii’s bloodiest landmarks, the Lekeleke Burial Grounds is a spot of a fierce fight, where 300 Hawaiians died in the Battle of Kuamoo. When visiting the Lekeleke Burial Grounds, stay on the trail and do not touch any of the structures.
Duration: 60 minutes
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Infants under 2 are no charge provided they do not occupy a seat
