Jakarta is a great place to learn more about Indonesia’s complicated history, variety of cultures and unique heritage of Indonesia. There are many historical places that prove that Indonesia’s great history took place in Jakarta. The historical tour presents the uniqueness of Jakarta City with various kinds of history, culture and tradition. Note: 1. National Monument and Jakarta History Museum are closed on Monday, we will change these places to visit another highlight in Jakarta.
2. Istiqlal Mosque is closed on Friday, can visit the outside area only.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Private transportation
✔ Hotel/Apartment Pick-up and drop off (Jakarta Area)
✔ Bottled water
✔ All Entrance or Admission Fees
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ Pick-up and drop off (Jakarta Cruise Port)
✔ Parking fees
✔ English Speaking Tour Guide
✖ Gratuities
✖ Pick-up/Drop-off at Hotel in CGK Airport Area
✖ Pick-up/Drop-off at CGK Airport
Pickup Locations
1. Kutaraja Hotel Jakarta
2. RedDoorz Near Gondangdia Station
3. U Stay Hotel Asem Baris
4. KoolKost Syariah @ Jl Danau Towuti Benhil (Minimum Stay 6 Nights)
5. Premi Inn River Side
6. Hotel Dafam Enkadeli Thamrin Jakarta
7. Santai Untuk Berkeluarga
8. Cozy The H Residence by Bonzela Property
9. Oyo 544 Caraka Inn Syariah
10. OYO 90109 Wisma Basco Syariah
11. OYO 1674 D'krepyak
12. RedDoorz Plus @ Cempaka Putih Timur
13. OYO 1111 Pasar Baru Inn
14. Ghurfati Hotel Wedana
15. RedDoorz near Pecenongan 2
16. Hotelo Bed & Breakfast
17. Zen Rooms Benhil Pejompongan
18. Hotelo Bed & Breakfeast
19. Airy Eco Palmerah Barat Sembilan 75 Jakarta
20. Super OYO 91535 J&B Rooms Tomang
Additional Info: Free pick-up and drop-off in the Jakarta City Area.
There is an extra charge for pick-up/drop-off at the airport/hotel near the airport/BSD City/other City.
Itinerary
1
Merdeka Square
Passing through the independent square area as the center of the Indonesian state government, the Presidential palace & Arjuna Wijaya statue
2
National Monument (MONAS)
Visit the National Monument a Landmark of Jakarta 132 Meters tall symbolizing the nation’s independence. The monument's basement houses an exhibit of 48 dioramas depicting the history of Indonesia. Enter the independence room to see the proclamation gate, Garuda as the National emblem, and the gold-plated Indonesian map. Note: National Monument closed on Monday
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Jakarta Cathedral
Located in Jalan Lapangan Banteng Utara, The Cathedral built in gothic style dates back to 1891. It has a high tower with high windows decorated with glass paintings. Inside the church are 3 altars that together form a semi-circle. It also has a beautiful old altar that reflects sound like a conch shell.
Duration: 30 minutes
4
Istiqlal Mosque
Istiqlal Mosque in Jakarta, Indonesia is the largest mosque in Southeast Asia and the sixth largest mosque in the world in terms of worshipper capacity. Istiqlal, which means “Independence” in Arabic. Located in the city center, almost opposite the National Cathedral, the Mosque is also meant to be a symbol of peace and religious tolerance. (Istiqlal Mosque is closed every Friday, you can see from the outside only)
Duration: 30 minutes
5
Glodok Chinatown
We will pass & explore the traditional wet market and see the local community do their business and activity. You can try some authentic Indonesian snacks and Tropical fruits.
Duration: 30 minutes
6
Dharma Bhakti Temple
Seeing the Confucian Community in the Dharma Bhakti Temple is the oldest Confucianism temple in Jakarta which until now was still active and has become a center of worship, religious ceremonies and Chinese traditions.
Duration: 30 minutes
7
Jakarta Old Town
Formerly this area was the center of Dutch colonial government. There is a canal with a building background with Dutch architecture, therefore this area is known as little Amsterdam.
Duration: 30 minutes
8
Makutharama Puppet Studio
Meet puppet masters, learn about puppet making from Indonesia, how to play, and see wayang collections from various regions in Indonesia.
Duration: 30 minutes
9
Pelabuhan Sunda Kelapa
To close the trip today, we will visit the oldest port in Jakarta, the port that witnessed the heyday of the Netherlands when it controlled the entire spice trade in Indonesia. Until now, the port is still operating for Domestic Shipping with Traditional Phinisi wooden Boats that are neatly arranged and anchored in the Port.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
