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Lake Toba & Samosir Private Tour

Venture into central Sumatra and discover the unique architecture of the Batak villages. Explore Lake Toba and visit the traditional villages of Samosir Island on this tour from Medan. Lake Toba & Samosir Private Tour.

  • 12 hours
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Venture into central Sumatra and discover the unique architecture of the Batak villages. Explore Lake Toba and visit the traditional villages of Samosir Island on this tour from Medan.

Lake Toba & Samosir Private Tour

At 6 am, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Medan and drive to the village of Parapat, located on the shores of Lake Toba. After a four-hour journey, we'll arrive at our destination and board a ferry to the island of Samosir, enjoying views of the volcanic landscapes during the trip.

Upon arrival, we'll visit the village of Tomok, home to the tomb of King Sidabutar, one of the oldest royal tombs of the Batak people. As we explore, we'll discuss the origins of these indigenous Indonesian cultures.

Next, we will tour the village of Ambarita, where we will see meeting halls, rice barns, and houses with characteristic stone courtyards, learning more about Batak traditions.

After the guided tour of the villages of Samosir Island, you'll have an hour of free time to enjoy a refreshment at a local restaurant. Afterwards, we'll return by boat to Parapat.

Our private tour will conclude back at your hotel in Medan at 6 pm.

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop–off
  • Transport by car
  • English–speaking guide
  • Boat tour of Lake Toba
  • Private and exclusive tour, there will be no one else in the group

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Mandatory tipping: 3 USD per person
  • Donations for Samosir villages

Tips

  • Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible.

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