Indonesia · HISTORICAL TOURS
20 reviewed
Choosing between historical tours here comes down to the pickup point, the group size, and how much of the day disappears into traffic. These 15 handle all three well, and the detail for each is set out below.
Learn Balinese batik at a calm studio outside Ubud. Create with hot wax and dyes, get snacks, and take home your own piece.
“This is a great experience. It was one of the best things we did in Bali. Hands on, creative and fun! We highly recommend this to anyone looking for an authentic experience.”
Private Old Batavia tour with hotel pickup, tuk-tuk ride, puppet museum, Chinatown, Sunda Kelapa, plus Istiqlal Mosque, Cathedral and Monas.
“Heavy traffic everywhere in Jakarta, particularly in the port and downtown area. Travel time is unpredictable. Our guide managed the time well. There was no time for lunch in the restaurant. We brought some food and ate in the car during the traffic jam. It was rainy season in December and we could not visit the old Harbor because it was flooded.”
Private Bali UNESCO day trip hitting Jatiluwih and Ulun Danu Bratan, with Handara Gate photos, Wanagiri views, waterfall stops, Wi-Fi, lunch.
“This fresh start of the tour was simply perfect. Yasa, indeed, guided us with helpful tips, yet we still could learn the insights of culture and nature of Bali. The last stop at a coffee place, which Yasa chose for me completed my day 1 with full of joy.”
A private Bali UNESCO day linking Taman Ayun, Handara Gate, Wanagiri, Ulun Danu Bratan, Jatiluwih, and Tanah Lot, with tickets included.
“Angga was waiting for us in the lobby ready for our trip greeted us with a smile and introduced himself.”
One day to hit Borobudur, ride a 4x4 at Merapi, and end at Prambanan with sunset views, plus hotel pickup and lunch.
“The places were great but there was enough time to have 1-2 more additional stops. I felt for me it did not have enough”
Half-day private Majapahit history tour from Surabaya with A/C pickup, guided temple-gate stops, museum context, and tickets included.
“Ryan our guide was fantastic. He spoke excellent english, was very informed on the history of the region. He provided detailed information on each site. This was doubled by an excellent sense of humor. We had a wonderful experience and know a lot.more about the Majapahit.”
A half-day Mataram historical tour mixing Hindu and Muslim landmarks, a local market, Museum NTB, and a mall break, with hotel pickup.
“The guide showed us what real life was like on the island, including an open air market where locals shop plus temples and typical tourist stops”
Private Borobudur and Prambanan from Yogyakarta with an English driver, optional Merapi Jeep, and sunrise views or inside tickets.
“We were so lucky to have Joko as our driver. One of the friendliest people we have ever met. Amazing giving us tips and good stories, he also speaks English very well. Highly recommended!!”
Ubud ATV adventure with a historic tunnel, jungle tracks, and scenic waterfalls, with pickup, gear, and lunch included for $33.84.
“Bali ATV Kuber was perfect from beginning to the end. During ATV ride, the guide was professional & he checked in on all passengers periodically and ensured our safety. Special call out to Wayan, our driver who picked us up from hotel, greRead more”
Royal Karangasem Heritage Tour: palace and water-garden highlights from South Bali. Small-group trip with photos at Tirta Gangga and Ujung.
“This was rhe first time of doing this tour. The guide was extremely informative and would thoroughly recommend this tour .”
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”
Private Bali day tour from Ubud to Bedugul temples, twin lakes, Banyumala Falls, and Jatiluwih rice terraces, with Dewa Alit.
“If you ever have the Chance to experience a Tour with Dewa dont hesitate to do it! He is honestly the best Guide you could wish for - authentic, humble, funny and so spontaneous. We were in rainy season in Bali and spent a whole day witRead more”
One long Bali day with temples, UNESCO rice terraces, and a classic sunset at Tanah Lot, with pickup, guide, and small-group ease.
“Great way to get a good understanding of the American war and how smart the VC & NLF were, plus a brilliant experience of learning about Vietnam its culture and people. Our guide Lam was exceptional, knowledgable and fun. Thank you.”
Private 8-hour Ubud cultural tour with hotel pickup, craft villages, Tegenungan Waterfall, Tirta Empul, Tegalalang rice terraces, and coffee tastings.
“We had booked this trip for 13 people. We walked to the pick up location and we were there on time. The operator never turned up we waited for 45mins and after Viator trying to contact them they confirmed they also couldn’t get in touch with them. The tour operator alRead more”
Surabaya Majapahit heritage tour: candi stops plus Trowulan museum, lunch included, private transport, mobile tickets.
“Had a perfect tour with guide/driver Barly. I was the only one on the tour, which was great because I got to go at my own faster pace and still see everything I wanted to see. I enjoyed all the beautiful historic sites, and the museum had soRead more”
