Highlights
- Full-day Grand Circle tour of the Big Island of Hawaii
- Visit Volcanoes National Park (admission included)
- See steam bluffs, Kilauea Iki crater and the Thurston Lava Tube
- Admire the greenery of the tropical rainforest
- Round-trip transportation from your Kona hotel is included
Useful Information
Volcanoes National Park
Kailua Town:
Kailua Town was considered the premier place to live in ancient times; kings called it home.
Kealakekua Bay:
Catch amazing Hawaiian views here.
Kona Coffee Plantation:
Sample Kona’s delicious export.
Volcanoes National Park:
The Grand Circle tour includes admission to the park. Built in 1916, the park features the results of 70 million years of volcanic activity, migration and evolution. See the Kilauea Iki crater, Thurston Lava Tube and the steam bluffs. Bring a light sweater or jacket to wear here.
Jagger Museum:
You can watch films of past eruptions and current volcano activity at this free, hands-on museum.
Volcano Observatory:
This is where the US Geological Survey monitors volcanic activity using a variety of technological and scientific data. You’ll be fascinated by what they know.
Additional stops on the tour include an orchid and anthurium nursery, a drive through Parker Ranch’s gentle hills and a view of flowing waterfalls along the gorgeous Hamakua Coast.
Reviewed by Jeffrey E, April 2013
Excellent tour. Great way to see the diversity on the island. Our driver, Tommy, did a great job thru the entire 12 hour trip.
Reviewed by Randall M, April 2013
It was so much and informative!!! We were able to enjoy touring the island without stressing about driving or directions. The bus was comfortable and our tour guide, Sal, was wonderful!! It was a great deal and I would definitely do it again!
