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Quick Sights Guide
Recommended things to see and do (by region)
There are so many places to go and see the options are limitless. From Mountains to Beaches to Endangered Animals to all the trinkets and souveniers you could possibly want. Indonesia has it all.
So what are you waiting for Dive in!
Jakarta: Fatahillah Square / Sunda Kelapa / National Museum / Gagah Mada Museum / Ancol / Mangga Dua
Java: Mount Bromo /
Yogyakarta: Sultan's Palace / Borobudur Temple / Prambanan Temples /
Sumatra: Lake Toba /
Travel Agent Packages
There are many local Travel Agents in Indonesia that put together interesting packages. One such company is Bayu Buana. We have used them before and found them to be good value and able to help if things go wrong. Plus a big bonus they normally speak very good English.
Kampoeng the Old Batavia Tour
NATIONAL MUSEUM :
The National Museum, built in 1862, is the best museum in Indonesia and is reputedly one of the finest in Southeast Asia. The museum has an enormous collection of cultural objects of the various ethnic groups-costumes, musical instruments, model houses, numerous fine bronzes from the Hindu-Javanese period,
as well as many interesting stone pieces salvaged from Central Java and other temples. (Monday & Public Holidays closed. Visit the National Monument instead).
GLODOK :
Glodok is the center of Jakarta’s China Town. It is now banking, hawkers, trading and entertainment center. Visit to Petak Sembilan Chinese temple (build around 1650), it was on of the earliest center of worship for the Batavian Chinese.
KOTA INTAN DRAWBRIDGE :
At the north end of the Kali Besar lays a small 17th century Dutch drawbridge, the last in the city, called the Kota Intan Drawbridge.
SUNDA KELAPA HARBOR :
This 500-year-old harbor area was a vital link to the markets of the outside world for the 15th Century kingdom of Pajajaran. Since then this port has belonged to the Portuguese and Dutch. The magnificent and brightly painted Makassar schooner called Phinisi are still an important means of transporting goods to and from the outer islands.
MUSEUM FATAHILLAH :
Built in the 16th century, the museum is housed in the old town hall of Batavia, which is probably one of the most solid reminders of Dutch rule to be found in Indonesia. (Monday & Public Holidays closed. Visit the antique and flea market in Jalan Surabaya instead).
Departure : Daily
Duration : 09.00 AM – 16.00 PM
Minimum : 02 Persons
Jakarta Dreamland Tour
DUNIA FANTASI :
Dunia Fantasi or ‘Fantasy World’ is a fun and theme parkdesigned to entertain the visitors into the fascinating world of modern science and technology. The facilities take visitors on imagination tours of Africa, America and Indonesia through some breath taking games.
SEA WORLD :
Inside the Ancol Dreamland complex, Sea World is a high tech modern huge aquarium exhibiting the special and diverse tropical marine life found throughout the Indonesian waters. Stroll through Freshwater World and Micro World, see beautiful tropical fish and corral reefs, and get friendly with marine life at the Touch Pool. A theater screens movies about the underwater world and a necessity is the Antasena Tunnel, a walk-through acrylic tube that gives first hand experience of life under the sea.
ANCOL ART MARKET :
Located inside the Ancol Dreamland, it is an outdoor art market likely recreational place where you will be most to purchase something. Items include antiques, handicrafts, paintings, potters and knick-knacks. With many of the artisans working on site, it is a paradise for souvenir hunters and art lovers.
Departure : Daily
Duration : 13.00 PM – 18.00 PM
Minimum : 02 Persons
Glory Morning Tour
NATIONAL MONUMENT :
This 137-meter-high column towering over Merdeka Square is both Jakarta’s principal landmark. Topped by a glittering flame symbolizes the nation’s independence. The flame is gilded with 35 kg of gold leaf. The basement of the monument houses an exhibit of 48 dramatic dioramas depicting the history of Indonesia
from prehistoric times to the present.
BATIK SHOP :
Stop and visit to one of the Batik shop in Jakarta to find Indonesian fine selection and interesting permanent exhibition of Batik, traditional cloth from Indonesia, in classic and modern designs.
BEAUTIFUL INDONESIA IN MINIATURE PARK :
An extensive theme park set in over 100 hectares on the outskirts of Jakarta; the Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (Beautiful Indonesia in Miniature Park) is Indonesia’s answer to every visitor’s prayer to see the magnificent archipelago in just one day. All the Indonesian islands are realistically reproduced in miniature in a central lake and around the lake are pavilions to represent 33 provinces in Indonesia. Each pavilion is representative of each province from the traditional architectural style in miniature to a wonderful display of cultural items and exhibits.
MUSEUM INDONESIA :
Inside the Taman Mini Indonesia Indah is Museum Indonesia, a three-storey edifice in traditional Balinese architecture. The Museum houses a vast collection of Indonesian contemporary arts and crafts, traditional costumes from the various regions, puppets, musical instruments, masks, and daily life utensils.
Note :
National Monument and Taman Mini Indonesia Indah are closed on Monday
Departure : Daily
Duration : 09.00 AM – 16.00 PM
Minimum : 02 Persons
Golden Jakarta Tour
BEAUTIFUL INDONESIA IN MINIATURE PARK :
An extensive theme park set in over 100 hectares on the outskirts of Jakarta; the Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (Beautiful Indonesia in Miniature Park) is Indonesia’s answer to every visitor’s prayer to see the magnificent archipelago in just one day. All the Indonesian islands are realistically reproduced in miniature in a central lake and around the lake are pavilions to represent 33 provinces in Indonesia. Each pavilion is representative of each province from the traditional architectural style in miniature to a wonderful display of cultural items and exhibits.
CABLE CAR RIDE :
This is another attraction inside the Taman Mini Indonesia Indah. Ride the 4-seat cable cars high up across over the park for a spectacular bird’s eye view.
MUSEUM INDONESIA :
Inside the Taman Mini Indonesia Indah in Museum Indonesia, a three-storey edifice in traditional Balinese architecture. The Museum houses a vast collection of Indonesian contemporary arts and crafts, traditional costumes from the various regions, puppets, musical instruments, masks, and daily life utensils.
Note :
National Monument and Taman Mini Indonesia Indah are closed on Monday
Departure : Daily
Duration : 13.00 PM – 17.00 PM
Minimum : 02 Persons
Highland Up Country Tour
BOGOR BOTANICAL GARDEN :
Located at the heart of Bogor, it is world class botanical gardens, covering an area of around 85 hectares. Officially opened by the Dutch in 1817, it was from these gardens that early researchers developed various crops such as tea, cassava, tobacco and cinchona. The park is still a major center for botanical research in Indonesia. More than 15,000 plant species grow in this garden, including 400 kind of palm and more than 5,000 kinds of orchid varieties from various regions in Indonesia. Many of the trees are centuries old. In the northwest corner of the gardens you can view the Presidential Summer Place that formerly was the official residence of the Dutch governors-general from 1870 to 1942.
PUNCAK (L) :
From Bogor, drive across this beautiful 1400-meter high pass, winding mountain road that passes through small resort towns and tea plantations you will arrive to Puncak that meaning ‘summit’. At this high altitude, it’s cool and often misty. Tea pickers with their colorful costumes and big broad hats are good objects for photo lovers. It is popular escape from the heart and crowds of Jakarta. Lunch will be served at the local restaurant.
TAMAN SAFARI INDONESIA :
The Taman Safari Indonesia or Indonesia Safari Park is a drive through game park created for animals in an environment as close as possible to their natural habitat. Watching various kinds of animals from all continents roaming nearby your tour bus is a very interesting experience that can not be found in other zoos. Adjacent to the park is Baby Zoo which will offer another interest where you could hold friendly lion cubs, shake hands with orangutans and see a very unique white tiger.
Departure : Daily
Duration : 09.00 AM – 17.00 PM
Minimum : 02 Persons
Bandung Volcano Tour
CIATER HOTSPRING (L) :
Ciater is a pretty little place in the middle of huge tea estate. Its main attraction is the Sari Ater Hot Spring Resort; the pools are probably the best of all the hot springs around Bandung. You can enjoy swimming in warm sulphurous water pools that can heal rheumatism and skin problems (note : pool ticket will be on your own expenses).
TANGKUBAN PERAHU CRATER :
The name Tangkuban Perahu or the ‘overturned boat’ derived from Sundanese ‘Sangkuriang’ legend. Its craters are remnant of a gigantic collapsed volcano; it still simmers and bubbles, sending up deadly sulphurous fumes. Its last serious eruption was in 1969, filling the area with black clouds, ash, and mudflows. Tangkuban Perahu crater is easily accessible by car that makes its as impressive sights.
CIHAMPELAS ‘JEANS’ CENTER :
No discussion of Bandung sights would be complete without mentioning of its famous jeans street, Jalan Cihampelas. This is a commercial area, which offers a huge collection of jeans and the most beautifully decorated shop. It is the ultimate in arts and has to be seen to be believed.
Departure : Daily
Duration : 07.00 AM – 19.00 PM
Minimum : 02 Persons
Hotels Used
Bali
Holiday Inn Baruna Bali
Melia Bali Villas Spa & Resort
Bali Mandira
Harris Kuta
Santika Premiere Beach Resort
Bali Matahari
Casa Padma
Kuta Lagoon Resort
Hyatt Regencey
Sheraton Mustika
Melia Purosani
Lovina
Melka Excelsior
Yogykarta
Ibis Malioboro
Jogyakarta Plaza
Novotel
Santika
Puri Artha
Lombok
Holiday Resort Lombok
Senggigi Beach
Puri Sharon
Bromo - Bromo Tosari
Batu - Kusuma Argo Wisata
Surabaya - Elmi Hotel
Brastagi – Brastagi Cottages
Samosir – Toledo Inn or Sopo Toba Hotel
Parapat – Niagara Hotel
Medan – Tiara Hotel
Bukittinggi – The Hills or Pusako
Lake Maninjau – Nuansa Maninjau Resort
Padang – Pamgeran Beach
P. Sidempuan - Natama Hotel
Sibolga - Bumi Asih Hotel
Toraja – Toraja Heritage
Ujung Pandang – Kenari Tower Hotel
Manado – Grand Puri Manado or Tasik Ria Manado
Batam – Swiss In or Harris Goodway
Bintan – Nirwana Garden Resort
Baturaden – Queen Garden
Malang – Kartika Graha
Semerang – Santika Semarang
Bangka – Parai Beach Hotel
Belitung – Lor Inn / Billitan Hotel
Bima – Lila Graha / Lambitu Hotel
Balikpapan – Le Grandeur
Jayapura – Sentani / Yasmin Jayapura
Wamena – Baliem Pilamo Hotel
