This 4-day, 3-night private tour offers a comprehensive exploration of Palembang. Discover historical landmarks, iconic monuments, local shopping spots, sporting complexes, cultural artisan villages, and enjoy scenic river excursions across the Musi River, Kemaro Island, Jaka Baring Sport City, and the ancient Arab quarters of South Sumatra.
Key Highlights
- Ampera Bridge & Musi River: Visit the magnificent, world-famous architectural icon spanning across the heart of Palembang City.
- Musi Tour Cruise: Cruise the open waters by jukung traditional boat to experience the floating life and legacy of the Musi River.
- Kemaro Island: Step onto the legendary delta island to explore the historic Chinese pagoda and the famous romantic folklore of Princess Siti Fatimah.
- Jaka Baring Sport City: Explore the massive, state-of-the-art international venue built for the prestigious Asian Games.
- Cheng Ho Mosque: Admire the beautiful architectural wonder combining traditional Chinese design with vibrant Islamic structures.
- Kampung Arab Al-Munawar: Walk through the historic, centuries-old riverside village famous for its preserved heritage and traditional Arab-Palembang community.
Quick Facts
- Duration: 4 days, 3 nights
- Tour Code: PLM-04
- Travel Period: Net Agent Rates valid until 20 December 2026 (LOW SEASON)
- Tour Type: Private Tour
- Transport: Deluxe private air-conditioned vehicle
- Guide: Driver cum Guide (2–7 pax) / English or Malay speaking Tour Guide (8+ pax) included
Experience Overview
This 4-day private itinerary provides an extended cultural, historical, and architectural exploration of Palembang. Day 1 begins upon arrival at Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport, entering a heritage tour covering the Balaputera Dewa Museum, a traditional Limas house, and the Giant Alqur'an. Day 2 features a comprehensive river cruise down the Musi River via traditional boat to explore Kemaro Island, followed by visits to historic city mosques, Benteng Kuto Besak, and regional snack shopping markets. Day 3 expands your discovery with a grand tour of Jaka Baring Sport City, the famous Chinese-styled Cheng Ho Mosque, the historic Oeng Boentjit China Old House, and the unique cultural setting of Kampung Arab Al-Munawar. Day 4 concludes with breakfast at your hotel before your final airport transfer for departure.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Palembang Arrival – City Tour
- Arrival at Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport. Meet & Greet with your guide.
- Lunch at a local restaurant.
- Embark on a historical Palembang City Tour visiting the Balaputera Dewa Museum and stepping inside the authentic Traditional House of Palembang (Limas House).
- Explore the unique exhibits showcased at the local Malaka Gallery.
- Visit the majestic Giant Alqur’an, an exceptional local wonder crafted completely out of intricately detailed Palembang-style wood carvings.
- Stop by a traditional textile workshop to observe the creation of hand-woven Songket fabrics.
- Dinner at a local restaurant.
- Check-in and overnight at the hotel.
Day 2: Palembang City Tour
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Visit the grand Masjid Agung (Great Mosque) and capture photos at the spectacular Ampera Bridge, the absolute proud icon of Palembang City.
- Board a traditional jukung boat for an exciting Musi Tour Cruise down the broad Musi River, traveling out to the delta of Kemaro Island.
- Explore the island's temple complex and stand before the location of the famous historical love story legend between a Chinese Prince and the Palembang Princess, Siti Fatimah.
- Return to the mainland for lunch at a local restaurant.
- Continue your afternoon exploration by visiting the historic Masjid Lawang Kidul and the ancient riverfront battlements of Benteng Kuto Besak (Kuto Besak Fortress).
- Head uphill to Siguntang Hill, a revered historical site deeply tied to the famous ancient Malay legend of Wan Afuk and Wan Malini.
- Enjoy a shopping excursion at the bustling Pasar Borong 16 Ilir Baru wholesale bazaar (Pasar Wong Kito).
- Stop for dedicated oleh-oleh souvenir hunting at the famous Pempek Candy store to pack authentic Palembang Pempek, fish crackers (krupuk), and local T-shirts.
- Dinner at a local restaurant and return to the hotel.
- Overnight in Palembang.
Day 3: Palembang City Tour
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Embark on a comprehensive landmarks tour visiting the historic Kuto Besak Fortress and the grand international Venues of Asian Games at Jaka Baring Sport City.
- Visit the beautifully colorful Cheng Ho Mosque and explore the traditional riverside architectural heritage at the Oeng Boentjit China Old House.
- Lunch at a local restaurant.
- Visit the unique, centuries-old community setting of Kampung Arab Al-Munawar and stop by the historic Mesjid Lawang Kidul.
- Enjoy extensive shopping at the local markets and Pasar Batik Palembang Style to purchase Songket Woven goods, local T-shirts, and authentic Palembang souvenirs.
- Dinner at a local restaurant and return to the hotel.
- Overnight in Palembang.
Day 4: Transfer Out
- Breakfast at hotel and check-out.
- Transfer comfortably to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport for your departure flight back home.
Flights and Transfers
International and domestic airfares along with airport taxes are not included in the package. Private ground transportation provides dedicated, air-conditioned passenger fleets tailored perfectly to your group size. This covers all programmatic land sightseeing transfers, the traditional jukung boat charter fees for the Musi River cruise, 1 airport arrival pickup transfer, and 1 airport departure drop-off transfer per booking segment.
Package Inclusions
- Private Hotel Accommodation based on standard double/twin occupancy configurations (evaluated on Standard / Superior Room baseline configurations).
- Daily breakfast at the selected hotel, along with lunches and dinners featuring high-quality, authentic Halal menus as specified in the program.
- All comprehensive ground tours, point-to-point transfers, and river boat journeys handled privately.
- Dedicated services of a Driver cum Guide for small groups of 02–07 pax, or a professional English or Malay speaking Tour Guide for groups of minimum 08 pax.
- All standard destination entrance fees, island admission fees, and parking tokens as specified in the itinerary overview.
- 1 Tour Leader (TL) completely Free Of Charge (FOC) for every 15 paying adult guests (allotment based strictly on Twin Share rooming; 20 paying adults yields a single room FOC).
- Daily complimentary bottled mineral water provided for all travelers throughout the journey.
Package Exclusions
- Flight tickets, airline bookings, and associated domestic or international airport departure taxes.
- Mandatory tipping fees for the dedicated Tour Guide and Driver: RM 10 / pax / day.
- Travel Insurance coverages and personal incidental expenses (minibar, telephone charges, laundry, porter fees, etc.).
- Independent personal shopping purchases, optional tours, or additional meals outside the stated itinerary program.
- High Season holiday surcharges applied across peak calendars.
Important Booking Notes
- Child Policy (02–10 Years Old): Children sharing a room with 2 adults utilizing an extra bed setup are evaluated at 90% of the standard adult rate. Children sharing with 2 adults without requiring an extra bed setup are evaluated at 60% of the adult rate. Children sharing a room configuration with only 1 adult are charged 100% of the full adult share rate. Infants under 24 months old (under 02 years old) travel completely Free of Charge with no separate beds or services provided.
- Cancellation & Refund Policy: If a reservation cancellation request is submitted more than 10 days before the scheduled arrival date, no extra fees or penalties apply. For cancellation notices submitted less than 10 days before arrival (after the 40% down payment has been processed), a 10% refund of the total down payment received will be issued. Last-minute cancellations or no-shows occurring after the full balance payment has been settled are strictly non-refundable.
Pricing & Departures
Prices are shown in RM and may vary by room/cabin type.
| Variant | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult | Contact us |
Note
PACKAGE PRICE :
| GROUP SIZE / PRICE PER PERSON | 2 - 3 PAX | 4 - 6 PAX | 7 - 10 PAX |
| STANDARD | RM 1370 | RM 1150 | RM 1040 |
VALID UNTIL : 20/12/2026
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