Hawaii - Island Dreams

Day 1:  Kailua Kona
Day 2 : Kailua Kona - Pahala, 59 mi. (94 km)
Day 3: Pahala - Volcano Village, 25 mi (40 km)
Day 4: Volcano Village - Hilo, 29 mi. (46 km)
Day 5: Hilo - Honoka'a, 43 mi. (69 km)
Day 6: Honoka'a - Waimea, 33 mi. (53 km)
Day 7: Waimea - Kailua, 40mi. (64 km)
Day 8: Departure

*All distances are approximate.

Day 1:  Kailua Kona
Your Island Dream tour begins in Kailua Kona with an included transfer from the airport to your first hotel. There are no activities planned on this first day so you are free to explore the town or relax poolside after the long flight. The group will gather for orientation later in the day, then enjoy the sunset and dinner at a nearby cafe that features local grinds (food) and a big assortment of island micro-brews.

Overnight accommodation: Royal Kona Resort
Meals: D

Day 2 : Kailua Kona - Pahala, 59 mi. (94 km)
Rather than cycling through the morning rush, a transfer will be provided to coffee country to start your active vacation!  The rolling ride leads past numerous coffee farms, quaint country towns, and vast lava fields, en route to the southernmost city in the USA, Waiohinu. Continuing along the coast, the day's destination is to the plantation town of Pahala with its vast Macadamia orchards where you will be accommodated in some historic plantation houses. 

Overnight accommodation: Pahala Plantation
Meals: B, L, D
Terrain: Hilly

Day 3: Pahala - Volcano Village, 25 mi (40 km) 
Today is a short ride up to Volcanoes National Park. It is a continuous climb, but only about a 2% grade so easily done by even beginner cyclists. Before the group begins, there will be a warm-up side trip to the Punalu'u Black Sand Beach. If you are lucky, you may encounter Honu or sea turtles. Upon reaching Volcano Village, the afternoon is free to explore! Perhaps you would enjoy a wine tasting at Volcano Winery or a spin into the Volcanoes National Park. If conditions are good, an early dinner is scheduled, followed by a hike out to see the fresh flowing lava at sunset. 

Overnight accommodation: Kilauea Lodge
Meals: B, L, D
Terrain: Long, slow climb

Day 4: Volcano Village - Hilo, 30 mi. (46 km)
Another leisurely day is in store today.  After breakfast, you will explore the Crater Loop Road inside the park, enjoy lunch at Lava Rock Cafe and reward yourself with a 30 mile downhill ride to Hilo. A visit to an orchid farm is scheduled and then upon arrival in historic Hilo, you have the balance of the day free to do as you please. (Dinner is on your own this evening)

Overnight accommodation: Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
Meals: B, L
Terrain: Downhill

Day 5: Hilo - Honoka'a, 43 mi. (69 km)
Hawaii's scenic Hamakua Coast highlights today's ride. This region, heavily dependent on agriculture, still reflects traditional Hawaii. Small communities line the winding road with wooden walled, tin-roofed houses. Via small side roads, the route leads through lush tropical forests. You will have the opportunity to enjoy Hawaii's best smoothies and take in the sweeping vistas of blue Pacific waters. Overnight this evening is in Honoka'a, another old plantation town in a hotel that was originally the Plantation Manager's Club.

Overnight accommodation: Waipio Wayside B & B
Meals: B, L, D
Terrain: Hilly

Day 6: Honoka'a - Waimea, 33 mi. (53 km)
After breakfast, you enjoy an out-and-back ride to Waipio Valley, where the Polynesians first landed, with its black sand beach and towering valley sides. A quick bite at Tex's Drive Inn, famous for its malasadas, the up along the original Queen Mamalahoa Highway to the paniolo town of Waimea, home to the US's largest privately owned ranch. Dinner finds you at the local microbrewery for some island favorites.

Overnight accommodation: Waimea Country Lodge
Meals: B, L, D
Terrain:  Two moderate climbs, then downhill

Day 7: Waimea - Kailua, 40 mi. (64 km)
The last day of riding leads along the Kohala Mountain Road with its dramatic views, then down to diminutive Hawi. Picking up the Ironman route, you roll along the coast, with the historical sites of Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site and Lapakahi Historical Park, providing diversions from your pedaling, before reaching Hapuna Beach. You end your tour at one of Kailua's best seaside restaurants.

Overnight accommodation: Royal Kona Resort
Meals: B, L, D
Terrain: Moderate climb, fun downhill, and then flat

Day 8: Departure
Sadly, all things must end! Shuttles to Kailua Kona Airport will be provided. 

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You will be accommodated in boutique inns and resorts of three and four-star level. On each day’s full description, you will find the name of the preferred hotel. Final hotel list will be based on availability and if the preferred hotel is not available, you will be offered a hotel of equal standard.

Bicycles

Road Bike

Specialized Tarmac Sport Disc Road Bike

• Unisex or women's frame
• Full carbon fiber frame
• 11-speed Shimano 105 shifting
• Hydraulic disc brakes
• DT R470 Disc wheels
• 24 front and rear spokes

Accessories

• Waterbottle cages
• Seat bag with repair kits and pumps

Electric Bike

Specialized Vado

Limited number available. Please request at time of booking!

• Turbo aluminum frame
• Integrated Specialized 1.2 motor
• 460 Wh battery (Specialized U1-460)
• 2.2-inch smart computer
• Shimano 10-speed components
• Hydraulic disc brakes

or Giant Road-E