KARO, LAKE TOBA & MINANGKABAU HIGHLANDS

Discover the diverse attractions of Sumatra. The ancient cultures of the native lands of the Karo and Toba Batak around Brastagi and Lake Toba in North Sumatra and the matrilineal Minangkabau of the Padang highlands in West Sumatra. The unspoilt natural beauty of the lofty mountains, active volcanoes, mighty rivers and crater lakes and an endless breath taking scenery.

DAY 01 : MEDAN - BRASTAGI
Meeting service at Medan airport and transfer to Brastagi. In the afternoon we visit the traditional markets of Brastagi. Overnight at hotel in Brastagi.

DAY 02 : BRASTAGI
Sightseeing Karo Batak highlands. We walk or drive through the countryside and end at the traditional Karo Batak village Lingga. From here we drive back to Brastagi. Overnight at hotel in Brastagi.

DAY 03 : BRASTAGI - SAMOSIR ISLAND
Transfer from Brastagi to Parapat and by ferry to Samosir Island . On the way we visit the Sipiso-piso waterfall and the former palace of the Simalungun Batak at Pematang Purba. Overnight at hotel in Samosir Island .

DAY 04 : SAMOSIR ISLAND
Sightseeing Samosir Island . We visit traditional Toba Batak villages and the historical sites of Tomok, Ambarita and others, on foot or bicycle. Overnight at hotel in Samosir Island .

DAY 05 : SAMOSIR ISLAND - PDG SIDEMPUAN
Transfer by ferry to Parapat and onwards to Padang Sidempuan. On the way we visit the traditional market of Balige and some sulphur and hot springs . Overnight at hotel in Padang Sidempuan.

DAY 06 : PDG SIDEMPUAN - BUKITTINGGI
Transfer from Padang Sidempuan to Bukittinggi. On the way we visit the equator and a hot spring in a rain forest reserve at Rimbo Panti. Overnight at hotel in Bukittinggi.

DAY 07 : MINANGKABAU TOUR
A full day tour will start to the unique land of matrilineal Minangkabau. Visiting Batu Sangkar, the ancient Minangkabau Kingdom , Pagaruyung the Minangkabau king's palace, a symbol of Minangkabau architecture. Enjoy the specific Padang rice table for lunch in beautiful rice fields. Proceed to Singkarak Lake , the largest lake of West Sumatra visiting Lima Kaum, Ombilin, Pandai Sikat a famous village for weaving and woodcarving.

DAY 08 : BUKITTINGGI (MANINJAU TOUR)
Sightseeing Lake Maninjau will start with Bukittinggi sightseeing visiting Sianok Canyon (Asean Grand Canyon), Fort De Kock, Zoo, Museum and Jam Gadang (Big Ben), Koto Gadang a village famous for silver filligram work. Then we drive to Lawang, at the rim of the enormous crater of the Lake Maninjau . We walk down hill to the lake, through some forest, plantations and amazing rice fields. After a swim check in hotel. Free program

DAY 09 : MANINJAU - PADANG AIRPORT
Transfer from Bukittinggi to Padang airport. End of tour.