Tour
de Paradise
The
Tour de Paradise guides you completely around the Big Island.
Upon your arrival, you will begin an awesome 8 day/ 7 night, fully
supported bicycle tour designed for the cycling enthusiasts.
On this extraordinary adventure, you will circle the Big Island,
exploring waterfalls, active and inactive volcanoes, black sand
beaches and lush tropical rainforests. Hawaii is famous for an
amazing variety of climates and ecosystems. Vegetation and ocean
vistas change within a few miles, or within a few hundred feet
of elevation. Join fellow adventurous cyclists for an unforgettable
cycling vacation.
The Tour de Paradise Tour includes 7 nights accommodations, breakfast
each morning, some lunches, bicycle, helmet, full support vehicle,
tour guide, energy nutrition and custom souvenir water bottle.
Itinerary
The Tour de Paradise offers the following cycling experience:
Day of Arrival
Upon your arrival you will be met at the airport by our unique
*meet and greet service where you will then be shuttled to check
in to your hotel. In the afternoon, there will be a welcome meeting
where you will meet with your tour guide for an informative discussion
on safety, the tour schedule, and routes for the following day.
(*Meet
and Greet service is available for arrivals and departures between
8:00am and 8:00pm)
Day 1
Your first day of riding will be approximately 52 miles. You begin
your ride along the Big Islands Gold Coast, which is the first
half of the Ironman bike course. We will make stops at historic
sites and tropical valleys along our way.
Day 2
A worthwhile challenge! Ride into the Kohala Mountains and across
part of the famous Parker Ranch, one of the largest privately
owned cattle ranches in the USA. Your reward? Stunning oceans
views as you drop into the green headlands of tropical valleys
on the windward side. Approximately 55 miles.
Day 3
Continue along the green Hamakua Coast, descending the scenic
route toward Hilo, the largest town on the island. Lush tropical
land sites and waterfalls in giant river gulches will make this
day special. Approximately 55 miles.
Day 4
Gain elevation gradually over thirty-five miles to be rewarded
with exploring terrain on the most active volcano in the world.
See the Kilauea Caldera, lounge in front of a large fireplace
where Mark Twain watched an eruption in the last century.
Day 5
Rest on a thirty-five mile, forty-five hundred foot descent back
to sea level. Restore your energy at the beautiful Punalu'u Black
Sand Beach, home of the hawkbill turtles. Heading north, we will
see the southern most point of the USA. Approximately 55 miles.
Day 6
On this last day of riding, heading northward up the Kona Coast.
Roads alternating between straight and winding take you across
breathtaking sea cliffs, lava flow vistas, Ohia forest reserves
and world famous Kona coffee farms. This incomparable variety
of scenery is compensation for gains and losses of elevation as
you make your way to your hotel. Approximately 55 miles.
Day 7
Farewell and Aloha. You are free to relax and enjoy yourself,
organize your gear and prepare for your departure.
Participation in any or all tours is optional.
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