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Hawaii's Big Island Family Multi-Adventure Tour

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

One or more kids 16+ required (siblings 14+ ok)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere & Casual Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

Special Youth Savings: Kids 4 to 17 save up to 20%. See details.

Hawaii's Big Island Family Multi-Adventure Tour

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

One or more kids 16+ required (siblings 14+ ok)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere & Casual Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2024: Dec2025: Mar, Jun-Aug, Dec2026: May, Jul-Aug

Volcanoes National Park & the Kohala Coast

This family vacation is 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. An engaging, entertaining and exhilarating Hawaiian adventure.

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Walk/Hike
Biking
Kayak
Snorkel

Highlights

  • Engage with 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 with your family in Puako Bay for an up-close perspective of Hawaii's fascinating marine life
Hawaii Family Multi-Adventure Tour map

Hawaii

StartKailua-Kona

EndKailua-Kona or Kohala Coast

Airports & Travel details*

* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.

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Itinerary

Days 1-2

Description

Visit a working agricultural farm for a guided tour and waterfall hike, with the opportunity to sample the luscious fruits grown here • ​Experience a dramatic landscape sculpted by centuries of volcanic eruptions from Pele, the Hawaiian Goddess of Fire • Walk through a dense forest in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, taking in the beauty of Kilauea, one of the most active volcanoes on Earth • Discover the lush tropical side of the island, where 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 • ​Check out a newly formed caldera with a local guide.

Accommodations

Nights 1-2

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo
Hilo
*Casual Hotel

Overlooking beautiful Hilo Bay, this DoubleTree by Hilton property features modern design, excellent views and a stunning natural setting. (pool)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 3-6

Description

Take a tour of a coffee farm • ​Explore the island's South Coast on two wheels, where Hawaii's most verdant and dramatic scenery is on display • 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 • Discover ancient petroglyphs near Holoholokai Beach and uncover the history and significance of the area on an interpretive coastal walk • Learn the ancient art of hula • Ride along the sun-soaked Kohala Coast, tracing 30 miles of the Kona Ironman Triathlon's cycling course.

Accommodations
Fairmont Orchid

(3 nights)

Nights 3-5

Fairmont Orchid
Kohala Coast
Premiere Hotel

A blissful resort on a half-moon beach offering abundant amenities and exceptional aloha hospitality. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Straight 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.

From $4,799 /person

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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

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo
Hilo

*Casual Hotel

Overlooking beautiful Hilo Bay, this DoubleTree by Hilton property features modern design, excellent views and a stunning natural setting. (pool)

Nights 3-5

Fairmont Orchid
Kohala Coast

Premiere Hotel

A blissful resort on a half-moon beach offering abundant amenities and exceptional aloha hospitality. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa)

From $4,799 /person

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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.

Touring Bike with drop handles
Touring Bike with Drop Handlebars

Included in your trip price

Backroads Touring Bike
Backroads Touring Bike

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
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike

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
  • Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours;  learn more

Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+

From $4,799 /person

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Dates & Prices

Click on dates for pricing, itinerary variations (if any) and to book your trip. Price is per person, double occupancy in USD.

Unplugged dates are perfect for guests who want to ride an acoustic bike.
E-bikes are available to travel companions by request only.

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