Highlights of Sumatra: Hot Springs & Beachside Bliss
14 days
From $ 1399
Duration14 days
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  • Highlights of Sumatra: Hot Springs & Beachside Bliss

Now's the time to explore Sumatra on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Head into the depths of the jungle to spot orangutans in their home, sit in awe at the world's largest volcano lake at Lake Toba, and dip into local flavours from your beachside hotel in Padang. This trip mixes just enough must-sees and free time to keep you seeing every highlight (and more!) in Sumatra.

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  • Duration: 14 days
    Service level: Basic
  • Physical Grading: Average
  • Ages: 18+
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Itinerary

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Day 1: Medan
Arrive at any time.

Tonight, visit the night market at Jalan Semarang. Head to the famous Soto Kesawan, a local institution famous for its namesake dish that's made of coconut milk with prawns, chicken, potato, and beef offal. You won't regret it.

Want some incredible views while you get to know your incredible group? Head to a skybar so you can quench your thirst while seeing the city from a bird's eye view.
Day 2: Medan/Tangkahan
Enjoy a morning tour of Medan. After, traverse bumpy roads to reach the small jungle community of Tangkahan. Opt to go hiking. Please note that on today’s drive, road conditions can be poor and the route can be winding. Make sure to bring motion sickness medication if you are prone to motion sickness.
Meals: B
Day 3: Tangkahan/Bukit Lawang
Travel across bumpy roads to Bukit Lawang, located close to Gunung Leuser National Park. Please note that on today’s drive, road conditions can be poor and the route can be winding. Make sure to bring motion sickness medication if you are prone to motion sickness.
Meals: B
Day 4: Bukit Lawang
Gunung Leuser National Park, located nearby, is a great place to do some wildlife trekking through the jungle.
Opt to go jungle trekking in Gunung Leuser NP.
Meals: B
Day 5: Bukit Lawang/Berastagi
Orientation walk upon arrival. Free afternoon with the option to visit the local hot springs.
Meals: B
Day 6: Berastagi
Opt to hike a volcano or go on a Berastagi City Tour.
Meals: B
Day 7: Berastagi/Samosir Island
Travel to the world's largest volcano lake, Lake Toba.
Meals: B
Day 8: Samosir Island
Chill out and swim in the warm waters of the lake or opt for some culture by visiting local Batak villages.
Meals: B
Day 9: Samosir Island/Padangsidempuan
Drive through beautiful scenery on this travel day, stopping at the bustling city of Padang Sidempuan for the night. Please note that on today’s drive, parts of the route can be winding. Make sure to bring motion sickness medication if you are prone to motion sickness.
Meals: B
Day 10: Padangsidempuan/Bukittinggi
Embark on another day of travel, including stops along the way for lunch and a spice garden visit. Enjoy a brief, CEO-led orientation walk of Bukittinggi in the evening.
Meals: B
Day 11: Bukittinggi
Enjoy a free day to check out some sights, like Sianok Canyon or the Japanese Caves built during World War II.
Meals: B
Day 12: Bukittinggi/Padang
Travel to Padang and settle in at the beach hotel before enjoying some free time to explore.
Meals: B
Day 13: Padang
Enjoy a full free day in Padang. Opt for a trip to nearby scenic islands.
Meals: B
Day 14: Padang
Depart at any time.
Meals: B
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Inclusions

Included

  • Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
  • City tour of Medan
  • Orientation walks of Berastagi and Bukittinggi
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

  • Transport

    Minibus, Walking

  • Accommodation

    Simple hotels (twin-share) or hostels (multi-share) (13 nts)

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