Tongatapu - Eastern Island Tour - Jones Travel Ltd

What do you see?

The Royal Palace: home of his late Majesty King Taufa'ahau Tupou IV, a photo stop will be made outside the palace gate.

Royal Tombs: where the founder of modern Tonga is at rest, King George Tupou 1 and the rest of the late members of the Tonga Royal Family. The last, to be laid to rest here was his beloved Majesty King Tupou IV who passed away last in 2006.

Hufangalupe Pigeon's Gate: the site where you can see the natural bridge of Tonga and take part in viewing the beautiful cliff right at Hufangalupe.

Captain Cook's Landing Place: the site where Captain James Cook, the great English Explorer landed on 30 of April 1777.

Ancient Burial Tombs: the burial tomb of ancient Tongan King. Its construction is an engineering wonder and dates back to 1300BC.

Ha'amonga Trilithon: the mysterious Trilithon is a giant stone arch which stands 5 metres high and weigh about 80 tones. This Trilithon was believed to have been built around 1200AD. This historical monument has many wonders that your guide will briefly explained.

The Royal Palace and the mysterious Trilithon are great photo opportunities, so bring your camera. Also, to be sure you don't tread on sacred ground, please seek the assistance of your tour guide at the Ancient Burial Tombs.

Some local made handicrafts and souvenirs can be purchased from the stalls on the wharf at the conclusion of your tour. Please bring local currency with you.