Biking Adventure Downtown Hilo and Historical Tour (Hawaii) United States, Hawaii | 6 Hours | 1 - 10 Pax

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Biking Adventure Downtown Hilo and Historical Tour (Hawaii) United States, Hawaii | 6 hours | 1 - 10 Pax Overview Itinerary Cycling through Hilo, Hawaii. There are stops at Farmer’s Market, Federal Building and several parks before going to lunch at a nice local eatery. Learn about old Hawaii and stories about Kamehameha such as how Hilo got its name. Stop At: • Reeds Bay Beach Park, 251 Banyan Dr, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720 • Coconut Island, Off-shoot from Banyan Drive, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720 • Banyan Drive, Island of Hawaii, HI • Hilo Farmers Market, Cnr of Mamo St & Kamehameha Ave, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720 • Liliuokalani Gardens, Banyan Drive, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720-4680 • Pacific Tsunami Museum, 130 Kamehameha Ave, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720-2833 • Wailoa River State Recreation Area, Off Pauahi Street, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720 • Reeds Bay Beach Park, 251 Banyan Dr, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720 Highlight - Inclusion & Exclusion Price Included Bike,Helmet,Bottled water,Lunch Price Excluded Alcoholic Beverages Safety Code - Additional Info Other Confirmation will be received at time of booking,Not wheelchair accessible,Service animals allowed,Not recommended for travelers with back problems,No heart problems or other serious medical conditions,Most travelers can participate,This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund,This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund,This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers Reminder - Itinerary -.

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