Indonesia · FOOD
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The 15 best food experiences in Indonesia are below, each with its price, its running time and the kind of traveller it suits. Where you are staying usually decides which of them is practical.
Jakarta to Java’s volcano crater, tea and rice fields, fruit tasting, coffee, hot sulfur springs, plus massage, all for $114 in 14 hours.
“Mister Thomas is a fantastic guide and driver. He has incredible knowledge of history and plants. He was enthusiastic and we felt so safe with him driving us during a downpour in the mountains. Thank you Mister Thomas!”
Cook 3 to 6 Indonesian dishes on Gili Trawangan, get recipes, eat the feast you make, and enjoy vegan swaps in a small group class.
“Io ed i miei amici abbiamo partecipato alla lezione di cucina di 2 ore e mezza. Sono volate e ci siamo divertiti tantissimo. Consiglio a tutti di vivere questa esperienza. Molto importante luogo pulitissimo”
Small-group Yogya night food tour with becak rides, street snacks, herbal jamu, and fairground games at Alun-Alun Kidul. Mobile ticket.
“Our food tour in Yogyakarta with Kalika was fantastic! She was a wonderful guide — friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about sharing the best local flavors. We visited places we never would have found on our own, each with delicious, authentic food. On top of that, Kalika introduced us to some fun local cultural activities that made the experience even richer and more memorable. It was the perfect blend of eating, exploring, and learning. Highly recommend this tour and Kalika if you want to truly experience Yogyakarta!”
Private Denpasar street food walk with a local guide, 10 tastings at Badung Market, plus classics like babi guling and satay.
“What an experience! Reza was simply sensational. So full of knowledge of the area and the food. We started at a local food market at the quiet time of the day, however, seeing four levels of different food was quite overwhelming to start wiRead more”
A small-group Bali street food tour in Denpasar with 15+ tastings, market snacks, and local drinks for $45 in 3 to 4 hours.
“Knowledgeable host and lots of food! At some point we were given a whole chicken for four people to share.”
Balinese cooking class in Kuta with Chef Bagus, market tour, and 10 classic dishes. Pickup included from Legian and Seminyak.
“Loved chef Bagus, he really interacted eith ys sbd the other guests, he had great humour and we learnt a lot. Had a great time. 10/10!”
Cook 3 to 6 Indonesian classics at a small-group Gili Air harbor class, then eat. Water included, vegetarian swaps.
“My boyfriend and I absolutely loved this class! Our teacher, Oka, spoke great English and was a pleasure to talk with. He gave clear instructions and showed us step by step all the dishes and gave lots of background information. The food we Read more”
Harvest fresh veggies at an organic garden, cook Balinese vegan dishes with ancient utensils, then eat a 4-course meal with Mount Agung views in Sidemen.
“I ended up being the only one in the class but loved every minute of it. The staff was more than helpful and welcoming. I learned a lot about Balinese food and cooking and the food was DELICIOUS! I will be continuing to cook some of these recipes!”
Eat your way through night-time Yogyakarta with a guide, Malioboro street snacks, Beringharjo market fruit, and becak rides.
“After our morning tour guide we booked through the Viator app didn’t show up and wouldn’t respond to our messages we were a bit hesitant to re book. We booked again for night tour with different operator and our guide didn’t disappoint Read more”
Ubud Bali night food tour with a local guide. Street food, night market snacks, vegetarian options, and a dance stop for $35.
“Our driver was great, helpful and kind. Took us to a restaurant which served suckling pig. Then to an authentic Balinese street market where we tried all sorts of different cuisine. Much more food than we anticipated. Would highly recommend this tour!”
Bali street food tour in Denpasar with Jimbaran pickup, Bajra Sandhi and Kreneng Market tastings, plus a local night market for $65.
“Great experience with our guide Yanika. We sampled 5 dishes and an assortment of desserts. She was very informative and spoke the best English from any guide our whole trip. The trip is 3 hours and not 5 to 6.”
A 4 PM Denpasar walking food tour with ceremonial Babi Guling, Bakso soup, historic landmarks, and Arabica coffee, all with local vendors.
“My guide for this tour was Lena , who was a excellent guide and very easy to talk to The meeting point is easy to find We started off by visiting a few local markets and trying some food from the markets, before going to a fruit seller and tastinRead more”
Small-group Denpasar night food tour: 5 tastings, dinner, and a local guide. Walk between eateries for $39.
“We took cab to meeting point, but tour operator never showed up. Tried to contact them with no luck. No explanation and no apology. Very difficult to get a cab back to our hotel so huge frustration and waste of time”
Denpasar food tour from Badung Market: 11+ local tastings, small group of 8, Balinese stories, 3 to 4 hours.
“Wonderful guide! So fun to try so many different foods. A great way to get to know Balinese food. Satay is delicious!”
Jakarta street food with MRT rides, a local guide, and Javanese royal dishes, plus snacks and kitchen peek in two areas.
“This food tour is the real deal! I was super lucky to be the only person on my tour and to have the best guide! Nabili just oozes passion for the local food and is really knowledgeable on all the food stalls and their specialties! Highly recommend!!”
