5-Days Private Tour in West Sumatera

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Bull Race a.k.a Pacu Jawi, a weekly event held in Batusangkar Vity, come se see how local people having fun after a long week worked in the rice filed — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

5-Days Private Tour in West Sumatera, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

West Sumatera is one of 38 provinces of Indonesia, where the tradition, nature and history meet.

Almost everything you looking for is here, from beautiful islands, lip-smacking Beef Rendang, The Majestic Harau Valley, Historical Pagaruyung Palace, Active volcanoes, The Pacu Jawi event, and so so many more!!

Yet, West Sumatera is less touristic area, As soon as you landed in the Minangkabau International Airport, you will feel the great hospitality of Minang-nese, we smile everytime, even to a stranger :)

Join me and discover the hidden gems of West Sumatera!

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At a glance

Duration: 5 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–4
Audio guide: English
Guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: West Sumatera Tour

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Driver + Guide
Included: Parking Fees

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Entrance fees
Not included: Boat rental for island hopping
Not included: Hotel
Not included: Meals

Itinerary

Day 1 · Pick Up From The Airport - Bukittinggi

Stop 1

one hour Admission not included

Pick up from airport, we go straight to Bukittinggi City via Malalak, visiting the Taruko Caffe to have coffe and enjoy the view, this place is also visited by the World Famous Chef Gordon Ramsay where he made video about cooking Rendang and Nasi Goreng
Stop 2

30 min

After the taruko Caffe, we will drive around 10 minutes to this place, where we can relax and enjoy the view of Sianok Canyon
Batang Palupuh Nature Conservation Center (Rafflesia Park)

2 hours Admission not included

for those lucky travellers, you can see the Beautiful Rafflesia Arnoldi flower, this flower only last maximum 7days once they bloom

Day 2 · Payakumbuh

Harau Canyon

one hour Admission included

We drive to the Harau Valley a karstic valley with immense, steep cliffs and spectacular waterfalls. Rock climbing is quite popular in this area due to the ideal conditions of the precipices.
Stop 2

40 min Admission included

Before reaching to Harau Valley, we will see one of the most beautiful Rumah Gadang ( Traditional House) of Minangkabau
Stop 3

one hour

on our way to the harau valley, we will stop at Ibuh Traditional market for sightseeing,

Day 3 · Batusangkar

Bull Race Festival

2 hours Admission included

Seeing the traditional event Bull Race event ( ONLY AVAILABLE EVERY SATURDAY FROM 10 AM - 5 PM, PLEASE SCHEDULE IT WITH YOUR ARRIVAL )
Stop 2

2 hours Admission included

The Pagaruyuang Palace, inside you will see lots of traditional tool that used by Minang-nese, in example plates,stove,coconut grinder, and even the traditional wedding dress.
Stop 3

one hour

Pariangan is also significant historically, considered the oldest Minangkabau village and a center of traditional customs and matrilineal culture. Visitors can experience authentic village life, enjoy panoramic views of terraced rice fields, and explore cultural landmarks such as the ancient mosque and traditional communal buildings.

In 2012, Budget Travel magazine recognized Pariangan as one of the five most beautiful villages in the world, putting it alongside famous villages in countries like Switzerland and France.

Day 4 · Go Back to Padang - Rimba Echolodge

1
Stop 1

one day Admission not included
After 3 days of Traveling in West Sumatera, we will go back to Padang, and spend the last day in West Sumatra in the hidden paradise of Padang

Where you can relax, snorkeling and if you are lucky, you can meet the sea turtle there!

PS :
- The price is not include overnight cost!
- You might want to spend more than a night here, so you won't regret if you don't have time to comeback :)

Day 5 · Airport Drop off

Pasumpahan Island

30 min Admission not included

If we have enough time,we will visit one or two island on our way back to the mainland
Stop 2

30 min

Sad to say goodbye :)

We will drop the travelers of to The Airport

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Minangkabau International Airport

I can pick up traveller as long as they in West Sumatera

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

5 Days West Sumatera Tour

Private Car: The price already include car, driver, gasoline, guide.

Please note the car can only fit for 4 people and 2 medium luggage

Shoping at traditional market

Mini Bus : I use mini bus Innova Reborn for the trip. fit up to 4 persons, contact me for bigger car, if needed.

Extra Person : Please contact me for extra person, for bigger car

Additional fees will be applied

Pickup included
1 Day West Sumatera Tour

Private car : The price includes car , driver, gas, food, and hotel for driver and guide

Payakumbuh and Bukittinggi : After pick up from the Airport, we will Drive directly to Bukittinggi to do city Tour and then drive to the Harau Valley

Daily service (Guide)

Duration: 1 day: The Duration is Extendable

Premium car(up to 4 person): We use Innova Reborn (Mini Bus, Best in Class) for this tour, spacious and comfortable

Pickup included