Immerse yourself in the local culture of Jakarta with a private city tour. Explore national monuments, the president palace, mosques, churches, and more. Experience the bustling markets and traditional boat rides.
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Sunda Kelapa Harbour - Sunda Kelapa Harbour is the oldest port in Jakarta, established during the Hindu Kingdom era. It served as the main gateway to Jakarta and continues to operate for domestic cargo today. Here, we will take a boat ride along the canal in traditional boats owned by locals, get up close to Indonesian traditional wooden boats (phinisi), fisherman boats, and large wooden vessels, and interact with the local workers at the harbour.
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Merdeka Square - Merdeka Square is a large plaza located in downtown central Jakarta. At the square, we will stop for photos at the Presidential Palace (Indonesia’s White House, photo stop only in front of the palace), take a short walk at the National Monument (an icon of Indonesia), and view the government buildings surrounding the monument.
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Glodok Chinatown - In Glodok (Chinatown), we will visit the oldest Chinese temple, Petak Sembilan or Dharma Bhakti Temple, built in 1650 and one of Jakarta’s oldest temples. From the temple, we will explore the wet market (Chinatown market) to observe local activities and see a variety of items for sale, such as vegetables, fish, fruits, groceries, and more. We will also taste local food and fruits from Indonesia.
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Jakarta Old Town - Enjoy Jakarta Old Town, known as Kota Tua, a city with Dutch buildings and history. Here, we will walk along the canal, enjoy the square (Stadhuis), which served as Jakarta’s old city hall at Fatahillah Square. This area is bustling on weekends as locals visit to enjoy the ambiance.
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National Monument (MONAS) - This is Jakarta’s landmark, standing 132 meters tall and symbolizing the Indonesian spirit during the colonial era. The top of the monument is adorned with 50 kg of gold. We will stop here for a photo opportunity and a short walk in the park.
Please note that the National Monument is closed every Monday.
- Istiqlal Mosque - Istiqlal Mosque is the largest mosque in Southeast Asia and a major highlight in Jakarta. During our visit, we will tour the mosque with an official guide who will explain its significance and the role of Islam in Indonesia. You will also appreciate the beautiful architecture of the main prayer room.
Please note that Istiqlal Mosque is closed on Fridays for religious purposes.
- Jakarta Cathedral - Located opposite Istiqlal Mosque, Jakarta Cathedral is a beautiful Catholic church with a neo-gothic style. The church and Istiqlal Mosque symbolize Indonesia’s unity. Inside the church, you will see its European-style design.
- Private tour
- Bottled water
- Local guide for Istiqlal
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Toll and Parking
- Boating at Sunda Kelapa Harbour
- Meals and personal expenses
- Gratuities
This local experience tour will guide you through Jakarta’s highlights like the National Monument, the President’s Palace, Istiqlal Mosque and Katedral Church.
Our tour offers you a closer look at Jakarta, navigating through its central area or ‘New Jakarta’, characterized by towering structures and the city’s downtown area. We then proceed to West and North Jakarta, the older parts of the city adorned with colonial buildings from the Dutch era.
Get a glimpse of the everyday life of Jakarta’s residents and their various activities. Explore the vibrant Chinatown and local markets offering fresh farm produce, seafood, and local dishes. The tour concludes at Sunda Kelapa, where we embark on a traditional boat journey.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
