PADANG is the capital of west Sumatra. Padang has several houses built in traditional
architecture, including the Padang museum which houses objects of cultural and
historical interest. The most favourite place for visitor is Bukittinggi.
Located 930 metres above sea level formerly named fort de cock by the Ducth has
a cool climate and it's surrounded by three volcanoes: Tandikat, Singgalang and
Merapi. A centre of atraction is the town clocktower topped a hornshaped roof
and reffered by the people as Jam Gadang. It overlooks the market square and the city’s magnificent
surroundings.
Below the best itinerary to visit Padang.
Day 01 : Airport – BUKITTINGGI (D)
Meeting service at Airport, then drive to BUKITTINGGI overstep to Kiambang Top,
a view point.
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Anai Resort, a resort with wonderful spring and golf area
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Lembah Anai, a nature preserve with it’s Anai falls
Upon arrival Bukitinggi, visit :
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Ngarai Sianok, the grand canyon of West Sumatera with it’s Japanese Tunnel
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Benteng De Kock, an ancient fortress used in Paderi War
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Museum Puti Bungsu, a culture museum built in Minangkabau architecture
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Jam Gadang, a big ben built in 1926 and as a symbol of Bukittinggi
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Pasar Atas, traditional market
Day 02 : BUKITTINGGI – HARAU – PAGARUYUNG (B,L,D)
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Lembah Harau, a valley surrounded by step slope of rocky mountain with some falls mainly
in the rain season
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Tabek Patah, a view point
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Pagaruyung, a centre of Minangkabau Kingdom in the former times
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Pariangan, an oldest village of Minangkabau society
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Pandai Sikat, to see traditional weaving
Day 03 : BUKITTINGGI – PADANG (B,L,D)
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Lake Singkarak, a biggest lake in the West Sumatera
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Sari Manggis, a view point
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Taman Hutan Raya Bung Hatta, a view point of Padang City backgrounded by the Indian Ocean
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Padang City, sightseeing
Day 04 : PADANG – Out (B)
Tour Package above inclusive of :
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Shuttle transfer In / Out
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Hotel accommodation
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Private Air – Conditioned Car
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Meals as stated at itinerary
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Entrance fee
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Guide service
Tour Package above exclusive of :
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All personal expenses such as room service, laundry, telex, facsimile, telephone
etc.
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Any other optional tours, which is not specified in the itinerary.
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Gratuities and tips for local tour guide and driver.
