Jakarta : Private City Tour With Tour Guide Speaking Italy

Jakarta City Tour Covering Old Town, Harbor, Monas, and Chinatown

This guided city tour in Jakarta suits travelers interested in history, culture, and landmarks across Old Town, Sunda Kelapa Harbor, Chinatown, and Monas.

Highlights

• Old Town Jakarta (Kota Tua)
• Sunda Kelapa Harbor
• National Monument (Monas)
• Chinatown
• Cathedral Church and Istiqlal Mosque

Description

The tour starts with a 9 AM hotel pickup. The first stop is the Fatahillah Museum, well-known among Jakarta residents for its historical exhibits.

Next, visit Kota Tua, also called Oud Batavia, dating back to 1526. It was renamed Jayakarta after the Demak Kingdom's commander Fatahillah captured Sunda Kelapa Harbor.

Proceed to Sunda Kelapa Harbor, built in 1527 during Portuguese rule. This port serves as a stopover for international and inter-island ships transporting commodities like wood, groceries, and building materials.

Visit Chinatown, an ethnic Chinese settlement established before European arrival, crucial for Batavia’s economic development and security as encouraged by the Dutch East India Company (VOC).

The tour continues to Monas, Jakarta’s landmark monument symbolizing the nation's independence and struggle.

Finally, see the Cathedral Church, inaugurated in 1901 and existing since 1892, followed by a visit to Istiqlal Mosque, Indonesia’s largest mosque.

Includes

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Lunch
• Entry tickets
• Local guide
• Private transportation
• Gasoline, tolls, and parking fees
• Bottled mineral water

Excludes

• Tipping (not compulsory but appreciated)

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For best experience, wear comfortable walking shoes and bring sun protection. Booking in advance is recommended to secure availability.