Get a deeper experience of Kona than offered by most tours on this guided tour that focuses on the ancient capital's rich history and culture. Journey through the area while your guide shares tales from Hawaiian folklore and provides insight into religious practices and royal influences. See such landmarks as the Puuhonua O Honaunau archaeological complex, which includes temple platforms and royal fishponds,’as well as Heiau temples and significant burial grounds that’reveal’the way the ancient Hawaiians lived.
- Get a richer experience of Kona on this tour focused on culture and history
- Get insights into ancient practices from your guide as you explore archeological sites
- Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off
What To Expect
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.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
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)!
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
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.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
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.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Stroller accessible
Infants under 2 are no charge provided they do not occupy a seat
Service animals allowed
Infants must sit on laps
Infant seats available
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
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All taxes, fees and handling charges
Driver/guide
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
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Gratuities
Max group – 11
