Explore the best of old and new Jakarta with a journey that takes you through the city's history and modern splendor. This full-day tour takes you to the old town of Batavia, the traditional harbor of Sunda Kelapa, the National Museum, and the lively exhibits of the Indonesia in Miniature Park.
Meet your guide and head out from your hotel for a look at the 500-year-old harbor of Sunda Kelapa, which had a vital role in the city's growth. See the 2-masted traditional sailing vessels that still carry cargo between the islands.
At the National Museum, you can find maps, antiques, Chinese porcelain, and even an underwater prison. Visit Old Batavia City to learn about the Dutch colonial era, and not far away you can see Glodok, the first Chinatown in Indonesia. You can get insight from your knowledgeable guide and tailor your route to visit the local landmarks that interest you most.
Next, your escort takes you to Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, or the Beautiful Indonesia in Miniature Park. Described as a whole country in a park, this 250-acre (100-ha) area encapsulates the experiences of daily life in Indonesia's provinces in separate pavilions that display traditional architecture, handicrafts, clothing, religious buildings, gardens, and parks.
Along with exhibits like a mini-scale Borobudur, the country's modern side is on display as well. Visit the technological center or catch a cultural performance staged in selected regional houses before you head back to your hotel.