After the Glodok Tragedy in 1740, the government gathered Chinese people in a closed circle area which was very close to the official city hall. The area is now still existed, and the excursion will be wandering around the historic Glodok.
This area is characterized by winding lanes, slanting red tiled roofs and small dark shops and a hub of the Chinese community until we reach the Golden Wisdom Taoist temple called Jin De Yuan dating back to the 1650's. Also visit the St. Maria the Fatima Church which sit side by side with the Chinese Temple.
The visit will include the Old City Hall area which is known now as Fatahilla Square. Enjoy your one-hour free time at the restaurant exactly at the center seeing the existing old colonial buildings.
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After disembarking from vessel, we will drive straight to the China Town to have an orientation of Fatahilla Square sometimes referred to as Old Batavia.
The center of the walled city during the 16th-century Dutch Colonial era was located here. The Jakarta History Museum, Puppet Museum and several colonial structures may be found there.
After the visit we will explore some of the more modern aspects of Jakarta with passing such iconic sites such as Cathedral Church which is located side by side with Istiqlal Mosque, the largest mosque in Southeast Asia, continue the excursion and passing in front of The Presidential Palace.
After disembarking from vessel, we will drive east going to the Indonesian Miniature Park to explore the culture of Indonesia in a park. Inside we will do a leisure walk touring to explore 3 pavilions the traditional house in original size they are at West Sumatera, Central Java, and Jakarta.
Then we will drive further east going out town to the neighboring city Bogor, in Bogor Indonesian set menu lunch will be served at a local restaurant, after lunch we will explore the famous, historical, and beautiful Botanical Garden, we will walk along path surrounding with big old trees some several hundred years ago.
In the afternoon we will return to harbor and rejoin the vessel.
Upon your arrival at Jakarta Soekarno Hatta International Airport, our guide will provide a meeting service, then a sightseeing transfer will be provided.
The main object will be Fatahilla Square, the main attraction is to visit one museum either The Museum of Bank Indonesia or Puppet Museum then a relax stay at Cafe Batavia. We will be very flexible should the time still permitting we can provide a sightseeing through the heart of Jakarta and make some photo stops at the Cathedral, Grand Mosque or National Monument until due check in time at the hotel.
The service will be accompanied with English Speaking Guide. Vehicle options are available that will best suit your requirement such as Premium Car, MVP, Minivan Budget and Minivan Standard.
Pick up service then we will start the excursion having sightseeing through the Merdeka Square. A short photo stop will be made for the Cathedral Church and the Istiqlal Jakarta Grand Mosque uniquely located side by side in the same location.
Continue the excursion to pass by the Presidential Palace then make another photo stop for the iconic site of Jakarta the National Monument. The visit will be to the National Museum. We will make a stop in a local restaurant for lunch on personal account after lunch Passing China Town we will make a visit to Sunda Kelapa the Traditional Harbor.
In the afternoon we will drive back to the meeting point to end the excursion.
Important information - There may be restrictions
The museum is closed on Mondays and public holidays.
The excursion will be going to Beautiful Indonesia in Miniature Park - Indonesia's cultural park. We will be visiting several pavilions illustrating the multifaceted IndoIndonesianture, also visit the Museum of Indonesia which displayed what is perhaps; the best collection of Indonesian artifacts and handicrafts of the country, including 34 mannequin couples dressed in local wedding costumes.
Pick up service then we will drive directly to Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, upon arrival we will visit the Museum of Indonesia housing contemporary arts crafts and traditional costumes from around the country. After about one hour's visit, we will then visit the pavilions of West Sumatera, South Sulawesi and Papua (The visit of the pavilions might be altered to other provinces). After the visit, we will then return to the meeting point to end the excursion.
Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (Beautiful Indonesia in Miniature Park) is Indonesia's cultural park and the answer to every visitor's prayer to see the magnificent archipelago in just one day.
An extensive park to get a glimpse of the diverseness of the Indonesian archipelago, it represents Indonesia's 34 provinces and their outstanding characteristics, reflected most strikingly in the exact regional architecture of the province.
An extensive theme park set in over 100 hectares on the outskirts of Jakarta; the Indonesian islands are realistically reproduced in miniature in a central lake and around the lakes, there are pavilions. Each pavilion represents each province firm's traditional architectural style in miniature to a wonderful display of cultural items and exhibits.
The park's centrepiece is a beautiful artificial lake. It has its own orchid garden, bird park with a walk-in aviary, IMAX theatre, a fauna museum, also recreational grounds. The highlight is the Museum Indonesia, housing contemporary arts crafts and traditional costumes from around the country. The complex was the brainchild of Madam Tien Soeharto, the late Indonesian first lady.
Important information - There may be restrictions
The museum is closed on Mondays and public holidays.
Start this incredible sightseeing tour with a stroll through the Merdeka Square. Enjoy a brief photo stop at the Cathedral Church and the Istiqlal Jakarta Grand Mosque standing side by side.
Continue passing by the Presidential Palace before taking another photo stop at the iconic site of Jakarta, the National Monument.
You will also visit the National Museum, Jakarta Old Town and the Sunda Kelapa Traditional Harbor.
Important information - There may be restrictions
The museum is closed on Mondays and public holidays.
This long full-day excursion will be visiting the city of Bandung in West Java. The icon of this excursion is visiting the famous Tangkuban perahu Crater, then we will visit the Ciater Hot spring resort to enjoy swimming in warm sulfurous water pools that can heal rheumatism and skin problems. The last visit will be doing some shopping at the textile outlet.
Tangkuban Perahu is a volcano, which means, in fact, "up-turned boat". This peculiar shape has stimulated the fantasy of the Sundanese people from early times as expressed in the Legend of Sangkuriang. Geologically, Mount Tangkuban Perahu has played a significant role in the development of the Parahyangan highlands. This volcano offers many places to see and explore. Whether we just look at the huge crater or hike down into it, stroll through the forest on its slopes, or simply enjoy the splendid panoramic scenery. Mount Tangkuban Perahu is an interesting destination that everyone in the Bandung area is fond of visiting.
Ciater Hot Spring is a nice park with small pools in which we can sit or swim. The streams and pools are fed by warm mineral springs, which are created by the heat from nearby volcanoes. About 30 minutes from Tangkuban Perahu crater. Ciater is a little place in the middle of a 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. We can enjoy swimming in warm sulfurous water pools believed that can heal rheumatism and skin problems.
Bandung is well known for its numerous factory outlets that are spread throughout its city. Locals and overseas tourists are flocking to Bandung for browsing merchandisers and shops.
Many factory outlets are located in different areas of the city and, for this trip, we choose Jalan Riau with Factory Outlet shops, that are stretched along the road. They sell products of local brands and also all-branded items. The merchandise is well stocked and neatly placed in bins or racks, they all are on fixed price but often they provide sale or special discount.
Jakarta, built in 1527, is now a metropolitan city, but the historical part of Jakarta is still well maintained. On this excursion, we will explore the Antique market at Surabaya Street where antiquities from China, Portugal and also from the Netherlands are displayed.
We also will visit the National Museum offers historical, prehistoric, archaeological and ethnographic aspects of Indonesia through an extensive collection of artefacts and relics, being a good introduction to the life of Indonesia's various ethnic groups.
Then we will walk to the oldest Chinatown area in Indonesia, Glodok, originally just outside the city walls. This area is characterized by winding lanes, slanting red tiled roofs, small dark shops and a hub of the Chinese community until we reach the Golden Wisdom Taoist temple called Jin De Yuan dating back to the 1650s. Also, visit the St. Maria Fatima Church which sits side by side with the Chinese Temple.
Important information - There may be restrictions
The museum is closed on Mondays and public holidays.
Leave the hustle and bustle of the inner city behind and drive through the lovely countryside up through the mountain resort.
This tour is exclusively designed for those who are keen on gardens and enjoy a beautiful panorama.
The visit begins with a visit to Bogor Botanical garden, continuing through the winding road of Puncak to view the beautiful scenery of a tea plantation.
Before returning to Jakarta, the tour will stop to visit a Safari Garden.
Nothing could be more relaxing than driving around the city in the evening just as the city skyline is bathed in twilight and a cool night breeze drifts in the air from the coastal waters.
Enjoy an evening drive through the busiest district of China Town before reaching to Ancol Dreamland.
We will visit the spectacular art market before having the chance to taste delicious Indonesian Cuisine.
Our driver will pick you up at your staying accommodation providing transfer and half day sightseeing tour in Jakarta.
For best attraction spots to visit, Guest can consult with the driver. Final itinerary will be confirmed by the Guest. You will have your freedom to create your own journey, would be wise to inform your preferred destination prior guest arrival. Vehicle options are available that will best suit your requirement such as Premium Car, MVP, Minivan Budget and Minivan Standard.
* Premium Car
The Toyota Avanza or Daihatsu Xenia or Suzuki Ertiga is a mini MPV (Multi-Purpose Vehicle) designed in Japan and produced in Indonesia. It is a 5 doors station wagon including 1 hatch back to be used for loading the luggage. Has three row seaters; the first row may be occupied for one-person seating beside the driver, the second row may fit for 3 persons in normal seats, while the last row may fit to 2 persons but fully recommended not to be used is the seats are smaller than the other row. Normally, we fold the last row so then we can upload up to 4 pieces of regular 20-inch suitcase.
The Suzuki APV is a 5 doors station wagon including 1 hatch back to be used for loading the luggage. It three row seaters; the first row may be occupied for one-person seating beside the driver, the second and the third row may fit for 3 persons each in normal seats. When we use the last row, we might only load maximum 2 pieces of 16-inch suitcase, so normally we fold the last row then we can upload up to 4 pieces of regular 20-inch suitcase.
* MPV
It is a Toyota Innova - a compact MPV. Compared to Toyota Avanza or Daihatsu Xenia or Suzuki Ertiga or Suzuki APV, this Toyota Innova has more luxury interior, but the most important is their shock absorber is much softer, which make passengers feel more comfortable on it.
It is a 5 doors station wagon including 1 hatch back to be used for loading the luggage. Has three row seaters; the first row may be occupied for one-person seating beside the driver, the second row may fit for 3 persons in normal seats, while the last row may fit to 2 persons but fully recommended not to be used is the seats are smaller than the other row. Normally, we fold the last row so then we can upload up to 4 pieces of regular 20-inch suitcase.
* Budget Minivan
The Isuzu Elf is a medium duty truck, 5 doors Minibus including 1 hatch back to be used for loading the luggage. They prepare 15 for passengers including 2 passengers beside the driver. Normally, we fold the last row so maximum capacity will be for 11 passengers then we can upload up to 10 pieces of regular 20-inch suitcase. As it is design for trucks, it was designed with strong shock absorber, which make passengers feel bumpier on it.
* Standard Minivan
The Toyota HiAce is a light commercial van. The fifth generation of the HiAce is a long-wheelbase high-roof van. It is a 5 doors MPV or Minibus including 1 hatch back to be used for loading the luggage. They prepare 15 for passengers including 2 passengers beside the driver. Normally, we fold the last row so maximum capacity will be for 11 passengers then we can upload up to 10 pieces of regular 20-inch suitcase. As it is design for passenger's vehicle, it was already designed with soft shock absorber, which make passengers feel more comfortable on it.
Our driver will pick you up at your staying accommodation providing transfer and full day return sightseeing tour from Jakarta to Bandung. For best attraction spots to visit, Guest can consult with the driver. Final itinerary will be confirmed by the Guest. You will have your freedom to create your own journey, would be wise to inform your preferred destination prior guest arrival and we also can give the best routing suggestion.
Due to long journey would suggest to leave around 06:00 to 08:00, also to avoid heavy traffic jam on rush hours.
It will be about 125 km journey or in normal traffic will be around 2.5 to 3 hours' drive from Jakarta going to Bandung straight via the highway Cipularang. If guest prefer driving via the country side road can drive through hilly area with tea plantation sceneries in Puncak, for this way the total one-way drive will be approximately 4 hours' drive or about 180 km journey but worth to pass, please be sure not to pass this road during week end and public holidays as it will be crowded and traffic jam with local week enders.
In Bandung lots of things to visit, the European Art Deco in town of which still remain or the beauty of crater either at Tangkuban Perahu or Kawah Putih. Culinary activities in Bandung is one of the favorite reason people travelling to Bandung or else shopping at factory outlets.
Vehicle options are available that will best suit your requirement such as Premium Car, MVP, Minivan Budget and Minivan Standard.
Others
The maximum usage is14 hours. Supplement extra hours will be charged on the spot 10 % from the above rates. The starting time not earlier that 06:00 AM the ending time nor later than 10:00 PM, during those mentioned hours.
