Jam Gadang and Sianok Canyon in Bukittinggi, Lake Maninjau via the 44 bends, Pagaruyung Palace, Lake Singkarak and the lakes and tea gardens of Alahan Panjang.
West Sumatra blends highlands, lakes and strong Minangkabau culture. Two nights in Bukittinggi for Jam Gadang, Sianok Canyon, the rumah gadang and Lake Maninjau, then one night in cool Alahan Panjang with lake and tea garden views.
The route runs one way (Padang, Bukittinggi, Batusangkar, Solok, Padang) to avoid backtracking. Groups wanting Harau Valley and Kelok 9 can add one extra day.
Duration
4 Days 3 Nights
Destination
West Sumatra
Group
Min. 4 pax
Departure
Daily, minimum 4 travellers
Meeting point
Minangkabau International Airport (BIM), Padang
Trip highlights
Jam Gadang and Sianok Canyon in Bukittinggi
Minangkabau rumah gadang and Pagaruyung Palace
Lake Maninjau from Puncak Lawang via the 44 bends
Along Lake Singkarak
Lakes and tea gardens of Alahan Panjang
Authentic Minang food every day
Itinerary
Day 1Padang – Anai Valley – Bukittinggi
Pick-up at Minangkabau International Airport (BIM).
Nasi Padang lunch.
Photo stop at Lembah Anai waterfall by the highway.
Padang Panjang: Minangkabau Cultural Documentation Centre (PDIKM), traditional houses and costumes.
Arrive in Bukittinggi, hotel check-in.
Evening at Jam Gadang, nasi kapau dinner.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2Bukittinggi – Sianok Canyon – Maninjau
Breakfast at the hotel.
Panorama Park and the Japanese Tunnel overlooking Sianok Canyon.
Rumah Adat Baanjuang museum in Kinantan Park, a rumah gadang with rice barns.
Jam Gadang and Pasar Atas by day.
Lunch.
Drive to Lake Maninjau via the 44 bends, stop at Puncak Lawang.
Back to Bukittinggi for dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3Pagaruyung – Singkarak – Alahan Panjang
Breakfast and check-out.
Istana Basa Pagaruyung in Batusangkar, photos in Minang costume.
Along Lake Singkarak, bilih fish lunch.
Via Solok to Alahan Panjang.
Lake Diatas and Lake Dibawah, tea gardens and highland farms.
Check in at Alahan Panjang, dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4Alahan Panjang – Padang – Batam
Morning views and cool highland air.
Breakfast and check-out.
Down to Padang via the Sitinjau Lauik viewpoint.
Air Manis Beach (Malin Kundang stone) and Siti Nurbaya Bridge.
Souvenir shopping: rendang, balado chips, sanjai.
Transfer to Minangkabau International Airport.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Itinerary can be customised (private, family, group or corporate trips).
Included
2 nights in Bukittinggi + 1 night in Alahan Panjang with breakfast
Air-conditioned vehicle with fuel and driver
Local guide
Meals as per itinerary (Minang cuisine)
Entrance tickets
Mineral water
Not included
Return flights Batam – Padang (we can arrange)
Costume rental at Pagaruyung
Personal expenses
Tips for guide and driver
Extra day for Harau Valley and Kelok 9
Hotels / accommodation
3-star hotel in Bukittinggi (2 nights) and a lodge in Alahan Panjang (1 night), subject to availability.
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