--- title: Hilo Big Island-Volcano Day tour & Hotel PU from Honolulu Oahu lang: en type: tour city: Big Island country: United States price: 533 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.83 reviews: 41 duration_minutes: 720 duration_max_minutes: 780 languages: [ko, en] rank_in_category: 30 of 44 (Volcanoes National Park Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-07 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/hilo-big-island-volcano-day-tour-hotel-pu-from-honolulu-oahu/ --- # Hilo Big Island-Volcano Day tour & Hotel PU from Honolulu Oahu **Guidekin's take:** Fly from Honolulu to Hilo for Kīlauea and Chain of Craters Road, with round trip flights, Waikiki hotel transfers and park admission included. Bookings are nonrefundable and cannot be changed. 4.83 from 41 reviews at €533 per person for 12h–13h. In our comparison: #30 of 44 in Volcanoes National Park Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Travelers staying in Oahu can visit and experience the incredibly wonderful Big Island on this one-day tour. This convenient and worry-free tour includes a round-trip interisland flight from Honolulu to Hilo, hotel transfers from Waikiki, and a full-day guided exploration of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. The highlight of this tour is the dramatic volcanic landscape of Kīlauea, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, and the breathtaking drive along Chain of Craters Road. Here, you will witness lava-sculpted terrain, steaming vents, massive craters, rugged coastal cliffs, and surreal views that reveal the raw power of nature. This small-group tour also includes visits to Hilo’s signature attractions, such as the sea turtle lagoon, the black sand beach, and lush tropical waterfalls, offering a rich and memorable Big Island experience. 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Please note: Due to the airline’s schedule, Sunday tours depart later and return to Oahu later than the listed times. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Food not included: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Non-refundable: no free cancellation **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €533 per person - Duration: 12h–13h - Rating: 4.83/5 from 41 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: Tournet Hawaii, Inc. - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: Korean, English - Tickets: Admission included - Booking: mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 4.83 from 41 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 40 of 41. - 5 stars: 37 (90%) - 4 stars: 3 (7%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (2%) ## What's included - Bottled water - Round Trip Hotel Pick-Up Service in Waikiki Area Only - Inter-island Round Trip Airfare. HNL-HILO - Air-conditioned vehicle - Admission Fee for Rainbow Falls - Admissions for Hawaii Volcano National Park - Professional Tour Guide ## Not included - Lunch - Dinner - Gratuities - Breakfast ## Itinerary 1. **Hawaii Volcanoes National Park** (2h; admission included) - covers a vast area of approximately 230,000 acres and is home to Mauna Loa (4,170 meters) and Kilauea (1,247 meters), two of the world’s most active volcanoes. These iconic volcanoes make the park one of the most popular and fascinating natural attractions in the world.... 2. **Kilauea is one of the most active volcanoes on the planet and has erupted fre...** (15m) - Kilauea is one of the most active volcanoes on the planet and has erupted frequently in recent years. As part of the world’s largest active volcanic system, it offers stunning views of ongoing volcanic activity and rare geological formations. Visitors can enjoy an incredible... 3. **A steam vent is a spot where hot steam rises from the ground through cracks c...** (15m) - A steam vent is a spot where hot steam rises from the ground through cracks caused by volcanic activity. Feeling the geothermal warmth and seeing steam rise directly from beneath the earth is a truly fascinating experience.(In Hawaii Volcanoes National Park) 4. **Volcano House is a historic hotel offering a spectacular close-up view of the...** (15m) - Volcano House is a historic hotel offering a spectacular close-up view of the Kilauea crater. Even without staying overnight, visitors can stop by to enjoy the scenery, take photos, and relax at the lodge and restaurant. It is a popular stop where guests can experience the... 5. **Chain of Craters Road** (pass by, no stop) - is an elongated pavement of 18.3 miles (31 km) across the eastern lift and coastal area of the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on Hawaii Island, Hawaii. The drive starts at the fascinating lava zone and continues through a large variety of things that you can see and report in... 6. **Pauahi Crater** (15m) - is a striking volcanic crater located on the slopes of Mauna Kea on the Big Island of Hawaii. Formed by relatively recent volcanic activity, it features a well-defined cinder cone made of red and black volcanic ash and lava fragments. With sparse vegetation and expansive... 7. **Kealakomo Overlook is a coastal viewpoint located midway along Chain of Crate...** (15m) - Kealakomo Overlook is a coastal viewpoint located midway along Chain of Craters Road, offering sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and expansive lava fields from an elevation of about 2,000 feet. Picnic tables are available, and the long, winding stretches of dark lava along... 8. **Nahuku - Lava Tube** (20m) - Kilauea Trail Lava Tube, which is believed to have been formed naturally after a huge volcanic eruption 400 years ago, is a huge tunnel with a total distance of about 450m. You can see the spectacular view of huge ferns covering the entrance and experience the mysterious and... 9. **Rainbow Falls** (20m; admission included) - It is a state park featuring a magnificent waterfall that drops about 80 feet over a lava cave, where rainbows are often seen. Visitors can view the waterfall up close, enjoy the pond below, and take a short hike by walking up the stairs to the area behind the falls and up to... 10. **Beautiful and vibrant Hilo** (pass by, no stop) - An area initially known for farming and fishing, evolved into a commercial center for the sugar industry in the 1800s. Today, downtown Hilo is a charming, chilled-out little retro city with centuries-old wooden storefronts, some of the oldest in Hawaii. Hilo has many of our... 11. **Hilo Farmers Market** (20m) - The farmer’s market, offering a great sense of locality, is an eye-catching market to tourists. It’s an open market in downtown Hilo featuring Hawaii’s locally grown greens, fruits, flowers, jewelry and crafts. This is a place where you can also see a variety of Hilo’s... 12. **Richardson Ocean Park** (20m) - A scenic coastal park in Hilo, featuring black lava rock and black sand shoreline formed by volcanic activity. It is one of the best places on the Big Island to spot Hawaiian green sea turtles resting near the shore, a peaceful stop offering unique volcanic coastal scenery... 13. **Lili'uokalani Gardens** (20m) - Liliuokalani Park, located at the end of Banyon Drive is a 120,000 square-meter Japanese garden created in 1968 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of immigration to Japan. This beautifully landscaped park features arching bridges over fishponds, rock gardens, pagodas,... 14. **Big Island Candies** (15m) - is one of Hawaiʻi’s most beloved local confectionery brands and a signature Big Island attraction, showcasing the rich confectionery traditions of the islands. It features chocolates, cookies, and candies made with high-quality local ingredients, and is especially well known... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-07 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. ## Meeting point TOUR BUS PICK UP LOCATION (GROUP TOUR AREA) next to Baggage Claim D area Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Most travelers can participate. - Confirmation will be received at the time of booking. - Once the reservation is made, total tour cost is non-refundable and non-changeable. - Depending on the flight schedule, the planned tour times may change, and the itinerary may be adjusted as needed. - A lightweight rain jacket or a regular light jacket is recommended for this tour. - This tour will be canceled if flight reservations cannot be made, A full refund will be provided in case of cancellation. - Inter-island airfares may vary depending on flight availability. In such cases, the customer may be required to pay additional costs. - Passengers must provide full name, date of birth, and gender at the time of booking for interisland flight booking. - IMPORTANT: The name that you provide at the time of booking must exactly match your government issued I.D. or passport. Because this is a TSA and FAA requirement, there is no flexibility with this policy. You're I.D. or passport will be required on the day of travel. If in any case that the passenger gets denied boarding, there will be no refund. - This itinerary includes travel time and airtime. ** We recommend passengers who are not using our Pickup services **to be at the airport at least an hour before their flight to avoid any possible traffic or complications. - Lava Flows - sightings are not guaranteed. - The scheduled order of the itinerary stops may change depending on the air schedule or weather etc. - Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park may have construction or maintenance work, which can cause temporary closures and itinerary adjustments. - Please bring a valid ID or passport on the day of the tour, as it is required for your flight(For non-U.S. citizens, a passport is required for boarding). - Inter-island flights are part of this tour, so flight boarding and waiting times are included. - This tour is usually conducted in small groups of 2–12 travelers; however, depending on demand, the group size may occasionally be up to 24 participants. - Not recommended for travelers who participated in scuba diving the day before the tour ## Compared with other Volcanoes National Park Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #30 of 44** | €533 | 12h–13h | 4.83 (41) | shared | | [Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour](/usa/big-island/tours/hawaii-volcanoes-waterfalls-beaches-hilo-highlights-day-tour/?format=md) | €170 | 6h | 5.0 (657) | shared | | [Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour](/usa/big-island/tours/private-tour-hawaii-volcanoes-national-park-eco-tour/?format=md) | €182 | 3h | 4.98 (333) | private | | [Big Island in a Day-Explore Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & more](/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-in-a-day-explore-volcanoes-waterfalls-beaches-more/?format=md) | €223 | 9h | 5.0 (206) | shared | Ranked #30 of 44 in Volcanoes National Park Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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