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Historical Tours in Big Island

15 tours · €90–€596 per person · ★ 4.8

Every street has a story. Historical tours bring the past to life with expert guides who reveal the events, characters, and turning points that shaped the destination -- from ancient foundations to modern-day traditions.

Historical Tours in Big Island: 15 tours, all from the 163 we kept after screening every one of the 564 tours Viator lists for Big Island, rated 4.5★ or higher by 30+ travellers.

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Top rated
5.0 Excellent 206 reviews
9h
#1 of 15

Big Island in a Day-Explore Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & more

Ohana Tours is veteran-owned and locally owned, and every tour is led by one of our owner-guides. Explore the stunning landscapes of the Big Island on...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.9 Excellent 7173 reviews
11h
#2 of 15

Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History

This 12 hour nature tour offers an in-depth look at Hawaii’s youngest and largest island. Explore the diverse landscape and natural wonders, including...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 104 reviews
2h
#3 of 15

Polynesian Cultural Carving Experience in Kona

Spend some time with a highly sought after 4th generation Master Carver direct from Tonga. Step back into time and experience the beauty and aloha of ...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 61 reviews
8h–11h
#4 of 15

Private Tour: Coffee, Volcanoes, Waterfalls & Black Sand Beach

When you book a tour with Wild Hawaii Tours your day is completely customisable and unique to your group. The listed itinerary is just a sample. I wou...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 39 reviews
4h
#5 of 15

Port of Hilo to Volcano Tour

In a small intimate group of 12 or less Your driver will be prompt at picking you up. Learn the history and culture of Hawaii Island with myths and le...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 39 reviews
6h
#6 of 15

Private Shore Excursion Hilo Volcanoes National Park up to 10 PPL

We are a small tour company rated #1 out of 14 outdoor activities in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park by Trip Advisor. Our vans seat up to 10 people; we...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 212 reviews
4h–5h
#7 of 15

Hawai'i's Volcanoes National Park from Hilo Only

Get the most of your time in Hilo. Have a local driver get you to the most popular attractions on Hawai'i Island. The best scenes of Hawai’i’s active ...

Free cancellation
4.8 Excellent 239 reviews
2h 30m
#8 of 15

Guided Outrigger Canoe Tour in Kealakekua Bay

Try your kayak tour, Hawaiian style, with our traditional one-of-a-kind outrigger canoes. We offer Outrigger Canoe Tours to the famous Captain Cook Mo...

Free cancellation
4.8 Excellent 473 reviews
2h 45m
#9 of 15

Kona Walking Food Tour

The only Walking Food Tour in Kona! Experience the best restaurants in Kona, some of which were featured on the show Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. Kona...

Free cancellation
4.8 Excellent 106 reviews
14h
#10 of 15

Day Trip from Kona to Oahu: Pearl Harbor WWII Heroes Adventure

Escape to another Hawaiian island for a day on this all-inclusive tour. Hop on an inter-island flight from Kona, Hawaii to Honolulu on Oahu for a once...

Free cancellation
4.7 Great 87 reviews
7h
#11 of 15

Kona Tour: Bee Farm, Kona Coffee, and National Historical Parks

Discover the history, beauty and culture of the Big Island on this half day tour of the Kona coast. See sacred Hawaiian temples and ancient petroglyph...

Free cancellation
4.8 Great 573 reviews
2h 30m
#12 of 15

Kona Deluxe Snorkeling Trip to Captain Cook Monument

Please read this tour description. There are lots of Kona snorkeling trips, most companies are double the price for this tour. We offer the best value...

Free cancellation
4.7 Great 435 reviews
10h 30m
#13 of 15

Volcano Adventure: Hilo Sightseeing w/ Optional Helicopter Tour

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime Volcano Adventure tour on Hawaii's "Big Island," focusing on the lush, northeastern Hilo side. Explore the dynamic land...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.7 Great 1385 reviews
3h
#14 of 15

Big Island Historical Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay

Set sail on the west coast of Hawaii Island for a 3-hour cruise to Captain Cook’s Monument for dinner, as a local historian shares stories and legends...

Free cancellation
4.6 Great 513 reviews
5h
#15 of 15

Kona Shore Excursion: Sea Turtles, Historic Kona & Coffee

WANT TO SEE HAWAIIAN SEA TURTLES! Cruise ship-friendly tour is approx 5 hr long. This is truly a wonderful experience showing all the highlights in ...

Free cancellation

Tours and prices on this page last updated November 8, 2026

Best Historical Tours in Big Island, rated by travelers

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Top rated
5.0 Excellent 206 reviews
9h

Big Island in a Day-Explore Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & more

Ohana Tours is veteran-owned and locally owned, and every tour is led by one of our owner-guides. Explore the stunning landscapes of the Big Island on...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 104 reviews
2h

Polynesian Cultural Carving Experience in Kona

Spend some time with a highly sought after 4th generation Master Carver direct from Tonga. Step back into time and experience the beauty and aloha of ...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.9 Excellent 7173 reviews
11h

Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History

This 12 hour nature tour offers an in-depth look at Hawaii’s youngest and largest island. Explore the diverse landscape and natural wonders, including...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 212 reviews
4h–5h

Hawai'i's Volcanoes National Park from Hilo Only

Get the most of your time in Hilo. Have a local driver get you to the most popular attractions on Hawai'i Island. The best scenes of Hawai’i’s active ...

Free cancellation
4.8 Excellent 239 reviews
2h 30m

Guided Outrigger Canoe Tour in Kealakekua Bay

Try your kayak tour, Hawaiian style, with our traditional one-of-a-kind outrigger canoes. We offer Outrigger Canoe Tours to the famous Captain Cook Mo...

Free cancellation
4.8 Excellent 473 reviews
2h 45m

Kona Walking Food Tour

The only Walking Food Tour in Kona! Experience the best restaurants in Kona, some of which were featured on the show Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. Kona...

Free cancellation
4.8 Excellent 106 reviews
14h

Day Trip from Kona to Oahu: Pearl Harbor WWII Heroes Adventure

Escape to another Hawaiian island for a day on this all-inclusive tour. Hop on an inter-island flight from Kona, Hawaii to Honolulu on Oahu for a once...

Free cancellation
4.8 Great 573 reviews
2h 30m

Kona Deluxe Snorkeling Trip to Captain Cook Monument

Please read this tour description. There are lots of Kona snorkeling trips, most companies are double the price for this tour. We offer the best value...

Free cancellation
4.7 Great 435 reviews
10h 30m

Volcano Adventure: Hilo Sightseeing w/ Optional Helicopter Tour

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime Volcano Adventure tour on Hawaii's "Big Island," focusing on the lush, northeastern Hilo side. Explore the dynamic land...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.7 Great 1385 reviews
3h

Big Island Historical Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay

Set sail on the west coast of Hawaii Island for a 3-hour cruise to Captain Cook’s Monument for dinner, as a local historian shares stories and legends...

Free cancellation
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