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Medan Lake Toba Day Tour

Medan Lake Toba Day Tour

Medan, North Sumatra
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Duration
1 Days
Languages
English, Malay, Bahasa
Free Cancellation
Cancel up to 48 hours in advance for a full refund
Transportation
Private vehicle

Tour Overview

Medan Lake Toba Day Tour is a full-day journey from Medan to Lake Toba, North Sumatra—the TOP way to experience the largest volcanic lake in the world on Samosir Island. A journey to explore the "Caldera Of Kings" of Lake Toba Viewpoint from Medan One Day Trip.

Tour Highlights:

  • Witness one of the most interesting natural atmospheric phenomena, occurring only across Samosir Island into Lake Toba.
  • Admire the stunning beauty of Kwan Im Temple in Siantar.
  • Explore the breathtaking Tomok Village to see the ancient tomb of King Sidabutar.

What's included

Pickup & drop-off services
Transportation with cool air-conditioning including english speaking drivers.
Mineral water in a bottle
Fuel & Parking Fees
Toll road fee
Lunch at local food
Optional program
Personal Expenses
Gratuities (recommended)

Have to Know Before You Go

  • The tour will be confirmed at the time your booking is complete.
  • Every valued guest will arrive in a timely fashion and never be afraid would miss to pickup!
  • All tours are based on Departure and Return at Medan (transfer/drop other cities is optional).
  • Money Issues: You must change the Indonesian Currency IDR for your holiday in Indonesia. Please ensure that you have good denominations of all Rupiah notes. In Indonesia, credit cards are accepted for expenses incurred at hotels and restaurants. However, small shops and small-town eateries in the countryside can only accept cash
  • Meeting point: At your accommodations around Medan City or Kualanamu Airport. You can communicate further with the driver or local operator after finishing the booking process.
  • NOTE: The prices on this website are NOT valid for Public Holidays / PEAK SEASONS!

Itinerary

7.00 am: Pick-up in Medan
Pickup from your hotel and greeted by your driver/tour guide
7.15 am: Heading to Parapat Lake Toba via Pematang Siantar
Proceed around 4 hours travel to Parapat Lake Toba via Pematang Siantar Town – 2nd largest city in North Sumatra and pass through many rubber and palm oil plantations.
10.00 am: On The Way Shop Stop at Local Products
En route stop at Patent Shop to buy local food products such as Teng Teng or Ting Ting.
10.30 am: Temple Tour in Siantar
Visit Kwan Im Temple in Siantar
12.15 pm: Parapat Town - Lunch Stop at Local Food
Arrive at Parapat, a town on the shore of serene Lake Toba. Transfer to a local restaurant for lunch.
1.00 pm: Waters Cruises of Lake Toba to Samosir Island
After lunch, we will take a ferry trip across the crystal clear waters of Lake Toba to Samosir Island – a large Volcanic island that is located in the middle of Lake Toba and is claimed to be the fifth largest lake island in the world. The island is the center of the batak toba culture and many of this people’s artifacts remain on the island. Visit Tomok Village to see the ancient tomb of King Sidabutar. (The groups with a minimum of 14 persons, will be added to visit Ambarita village)
4.00 pm: Back to Parapat
Transfer back to Parapat.
5.00 pm: Drive back to Medan
Return to Medan.
10.00 pm: Medan droff-of
Arrive at Medan, and drop by your hotel. Tour End.

Important Information

What to bring

  • Comfortable clothes
  • Passport or ID card
  • Camera
  • Snacks
  • Sunscreen
  • Cash

Not suitable for

  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • People with mobility impairments

Not allowed

  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Making fire

Full Description

The Beauty of Nature Adventure From Medan Lake Toba Day Tour

A full-day tour from Medan to Lake Toba holds great cultural importance in Indonesian travel. Learn and knowledge about the local indigenous Batak—Sumatra communities who bestowed the lake its name.

Nowadays, the lake sits quietly, ensconced on Samosir island, North Sumatra, Indonesia, between the rainforests and National Park. However, this Medan to Lake Toba day trip will make it the perfect choice for those looking to go on the road less traveled.

Medan Lake Toba Day Tour is one of the most popular and fun activities in Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia. Lake Toba is located in the middle of the northern part of Sumatra Island. It is the largest lake in Indonesia and the largest volcanic lake in the world.

The Beauty of Nature Adventure From Medan Lake Toba Day Tour

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Lake Toba Viewpoints — Island location: Samosir Island
An area: 1,130 km²
Located in the province: North Sumatra
Main outflow: Asahan River
Surface area: 1,130 km2 (440 sq mi)
Water type: Volcanic/tectonic

How To Get to Lake Toba from Medan?

Lake Toba Medan's one-day tour package includes a trip from the city to the viewpoint of Lake Toba and Samosir Island which takes 4 to 5 hours including toilet stops.

During travel from Medan to Lake Toba, we'll take via toll roads with all normal possibilities, but if there is an obstacle on the highway we'll take another route that the road will be gravel or in good condition.

What is There to Do at Medan Lake Toba Day Tour?

Discover one of nature's magnificent wonders in the Lake Toba area Including the uniqueness of the local community culture (Batak—North Sumatra). One of them is a local dance with distinctive music that stirs the soul.

Apart from enjoying unbeatable natural views in Lake Toba, Samosir Island is also steeped in culture. Several performing Arts are still preserved today, such as the Sigale-gale performance.

Performed during death ceremonies, the Sigale-gale performance is believed to be able to deliver the spirits of the deceased family. This is where we turned in for that viewpoint.

Start From
IDR 980K
Tickets
Person IDR 1,925K
Total:
IDR 1,925K

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