OVERVIEW

Experience the natural beauty and cultural charm of North Sulawesi on this exciting 5-day journey. Explore the spectacular underwater world of Bunaken National Park aboard a glass-bottom boat, discover the breathtaking landscapes of the Minahasa Highlands, and unwind on the pristine white sands of Lihaga Island. Complete your adventure with a Manado City Tour, featuring iconic landmarks, scenic viewpoints, and time for shopping before your departure.

Tour Highlights:

• Bunaken National Park & Glass-Bottom Boat Experience
• Minahasa Highlands & Lake Linow
• Lihaga Island Beach Escape
• Tondano Lake & Tomohon
• Manado City Tour & Shopping

ITTINERARY RECCOMENDATION

Day 1: AIRPORT – HOTEL (D)

Upon arrival at Sam Ratulangi International Airport, our local guide will warmly welcome you, transfer you to a local restaurant for dinner, and then escort you to the hotel for check-in and an overnight stay.

Day 2: BUNAKEN SIGHTSEEING TOUR (B/L/D)

After breakfast at the hotel, you will head to the Manado dock/harbor and travel by boat to Bunaken National Park, known for its marine park. Upon arrival, you will board a catamaran (glass-bottomed boat) to view Bunaken’s underwater life, including coral reefs, colorful fish, and a rich marine ecosystem. In the afternoon, you will return to Manado for optional shopping or a culinary tour. After dinner, you will return to the hotel and have free time.

Day 3: MINAHASA HIGHLAND TOUR (B/L/D)

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up for the Minahasa Highland tour. The tour begins with a visit to Tinoor Village for panoramic views of Manado city and Bunaken, followed by stops at Pelangi Hill and Ekayana Pagoda. It continues to Tondano Lake, passing through scenic rice fields. Next, you will visit Astound Hill Tondano to take in the grandeur and beauty of Tondano Lake. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant by the lake. After lunch, the tour proceeds to Pulutan, a pottery-producing village, followed by a visit to Kawangkoan Village for optional shopping of Kawangkoan peanuts. Then, the tour continues to Linow Lake, a sulfuric lake with changing water colors, a serene atmosphere, and beautiful scenery (coffee/tea will be served). The final stops include Woloan, a village known for traditional Minahasa stilt houses, and Kelong Garden in Tomohon. After dinner, you will return to the hotel and have free time.

Day 4: LIHAGA ISLAND TOUR (B/L/D)

After breakfast, you will head to Lihaga Island. The journey from the hotel to Serei Village in Likupang takes about 1.5 to 2 hours. From Serei Village pier, you will take a boat to Lihaga Island, a crossing of approximately 15-20 minutes. Upon arrival, you can enjoy its smooth white sandy beach and explore the island’s instagrammable spots and facilities. Lunch will be provided on Lihaga Island. After lunch, you may rent a canoe or go snorkeling on the beach (optional). In the afternoon, you will return to Manado, stopping for a snack at a tourist village before heading back to the hotel. After dinner, you will return to the hotel and have free time.

Day 5: DEPARTURE – MANADO CITY TOUR (B/L)

After breakfast, you will check out from the hotel and begin your Manado City Tour, visiting Chinatown, Bumi Beringin, the North Sulawesi Governor's Office, and the Amaze Tower at Citraland, home to the world's second-tallest Jesus statue. The tour continues to Makatete Hill in Warembungan, where you can enjoy panoramic views of Manado City, the open sea, Manado Tua Island, Bunaken Island, Siladen Island, and Mount Klabat.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. After lunch, you will have free time for last-minute shopping before being transferred to Sam Ratulangi International Airport for your onward flight to your next destination.

What's Included

Air-conditioned car, English-speaking guide, Hotel accommodation at Quality hotel (twin /triple sharing), meals as per the program, entrance tickets to tourist attractions and parking, tours as per the program, mineral water (600 mL per tour per person).

What's Excluded

Optional expenses, snorkeling equipment, personal needs, airfare, luggage porter fee, tips for the guide and driver.

Special Note:

Please note that special pricing applies during the festive seasons of Idulfitri, Christmas, and New Year.