Jakarta Tour: history and contrasts of the сity

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Are you missing the energy of the big city? Are you looking for a cultural experience? Head to Jakarta, a city with a rich cultural heritage, skyscrapers, trendy boutiques and non-stop traffic.

You will be surprised by the number of attractions in Jakarta. The tour will begin with a visit to the 132-meter Monas Obelisk and the Istiqlal Mosque, which were built to commemorate the struggle for independence. Across the street is the first Jakarta Cathedral. And a few minutes away is the Old Port, where the unique two-masted wooden pinisi ships still stand. You will also stroll through the streets of the historical quarter of Kota Tua, where the facades of the buildings are reminiscent of the Dutch era. Learn about the history of the country in the history museum and have lunch at the Batavia restaurant, located in the building where the Dutch governors lived. And also find out where today's wealthy Chinese-Indonesians live.

You will be accompanied by experienced guides. A comfortable car with a personal driver will provide a carefree trip and immersion in the atmosphere of the city.

Book a tour now and enjoy the city of contrasts.

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Jakarta: one-day sightseeing tour
Private
En guide - driver
4.86
(7 reviews)
110 booked
Rp 2,000,000
Rp 2,000,000

What to expect

08.00 – You will be met by a personal driver at Soekarno-Hatta Airport and set off in a comfortable air-conditioned car for a journey around Jakarta.

10.00 – Your tour will begin with the 132-meter-high Monas Obelisk, a symbol of Indonesia’s struggle for independence. If you wish, you can take the elevator up to the observation deck. The observation deck gives you the best views of the city.

11:00 – Visit the Istiqlal Mosque, which can accommodate 120,000 people. The dome and minarets of the mosque combine European and Indonesian architectural styles. You will also visit the Jakarta Cathedral - the first Catholic building in the city.

12.00 – At the old port of Sunda Kelapa you will see traditional Indonesian wooden ships called “pinisi”, which look like floating palaces.

12.30 – You will go to the Old Town of Kota Tua, which was built in the 17th century.

13.00 – Enjoy lunch at the historic Batavia Restaurant, which was founded in 1621 and was the residence of the Dutch governors. On the second floor, you can choose seats with panoramic views of the central square. Enjoy traditional Indonesian cuisine in an authentic setting.

14.00 – Walking through the old streets of Kota Tua, you will immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Dutch colonial era. Visit the Jakarta History Museum and see valuable artifacts that tell the history of the city and the country.

15.30 – You will visit the largest artificial island in Jakarta and one of the most prestigious residential areas – Pantai Indah Kapuk. This place used to be a mangrove forest. Today it has become a favorite vacation spot for wealthy Chinese-Indonesians. You will see luxurious mansions, modern shopping centers and picturesque parks.

17.00 – Your personal driver will take you to Soekarno Hatta Airport.

Important Information:

  • The time and duration of the tour may change due to road conditions.

  • It is advised not to wear high-heeled shoes, bring pets, or carry large bags.

  • On Mondays and public holidays, all museums and the Monas National Monument are closed. If your tour falls on such a day, the excursion will visit an alternative attraction.

  • The Istiqlal Mosque is closed to tourists on Fridays, but it can be viewed from the outside.

Travelers reviews

4.86 / 5
2 reviews
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21.03.26
Jakarta: one-day sightseeing tour
Jakarta Tour
The tour left a great impression. Everything was well organized. I was amazed by the pinisi at Sunda Kelapa - the beauty of the ships is just incredible. The only regret is that due to traffic we couldn't thoroughly explore all the attractions. However, the whole trip was excellent.
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12.02.25
Jakarta: one-day sightseeing tour
Jakarta Tour
This tour of Jakarta was simply amazing. Monas Monument is majestic, and the view from the observation deck is breathtaking! The Istiqlal Mosque was so solemn and magnificent. Walking through the old streets of Kota Tua took us back to colonial times, and lunch at Batavia Restaurant was a true gastronomic delight. Our guide was very professional and gave detailed accounts of the history of each place.
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What's included

  • transfer
  • guide
  • entrance tickets for all places
  • air tickets
  • lunch
  • additional expenses
You bring
  • cash

  • comfortable shoes

  • comfortable clothes

  • sunscreen with high SPF

  • headgear

  • camera

Please note
  • The Jakarta Museums and the Manas Monument are closed on Mondays and public holidays

  • Istiklal Mosque is closed on Fridays

  • the time of excursions is from 08.00 to 16.00

  • do not take pets and large bags with you

Provider company
  • Jakarta Tour

Cancellation policy
  • in case of cancellation within 30 days prior to arrival, the hotel charges a penalty of 50% of the contract value for the entire stay.

  • in case of cancellation within 21 days prior to arrival, the hotel charges a penalty of 100% of the booking value.

  • the same cancellation conditions apply to changes in the booking that shorten the length of stay.

  • refunds are made at the exchange rate set by the Bank of Indonesia on the day of payment.

  • a full refund is provided if the service provider is unable to deliver the service in full.

  • the refund request processing time is up to 5 calendar days from the date of the request.

  • the refund processing time is up to 14 calendar days from the date of the request.

Rp 2,000,000