Grand Sumatra Overland 20 days
About This Tour
Grand Sumatra Overland - 20 days in an extended and relaxed journey across Sumatra, designed for travelers who appreciate a balance pace and deeper cultural experiences. Starting in Medan and ending in Padang, this overland expedition connects the islands most diverse landscapes without rushing.
Your Journey, Day by Day
1
DAY 1 | MEDAN - BUKIT LAAWANG
Meet and greet our team at Kualanamu Airport (Medan)
Head towards Bukit Lawang
Overnight Eco-lodge
2
DAY 2 | GUNUNG LEUSER NATIONAL PARK
Orangutan trekking, Jungle lunch
River tubing
Overnight Bukit Lawang
3
DAY 3 | BUKIT LAWANG - BERASTAGI
Scenic drive to Karo highlands,
Berastepu abandoned village Mt. Sinabung
Lumbini Buddhist Temple
Fruit markets
Overnight Berastagi
4
DAY 4 | BERASTAGI- TOBA LAKE (SAMOSIR)
Mt. Sibayak soft hiking
Dokan traditional Batak Karo Village
Sipiso-Piso waterfall
Ferry transfer to Samosir
5
DAY 5 | FREE PROGRAM
Leisure your time by your own
6
DAY 6 | BATAK TOBA CULTURE
King Sialagan stone chairs, Lumbin Suhi-Suhi traditional Batak hand weaving (Ulos)
Cultural insights
Overnight Samosir
7
DAY 7 | SAMOSIR - P. SIDEMPUAN
Southern Lake Toba route - Rural Batak Landscape
Overnight P. Sidempuan
8
DAY 8 | SIDEMPUAN - BUKITTINGGI
Full day - scenic overland journey
Overnight Bukittinggi
9
DAY 9 | BUKITTINGGI HIGHLIGHTS
Sianok Canyon, Japanese Tunnel, Traditional market
Overnight Bukittinggi
10
DAY 10 | MINANGKABAU CULTURE
Pandai Sikek village, Old Mosque Batipuah
Old house Minangkabau Balimbiang
King Palace Pagaruyung
Overnight Bukittinggi
11
DAY 11 | BUKITTINGGI - HARAU VALLEY
Short trekking Raffesia flower (Seasonal, if in blooming)
Village visits
Overnight Harau Valley
12
DAY 12 | HARAU VALLEY EXPLORATION
Village walking or trekking
Waterfalls
Explore Harau Valley by traditional three - wheel motorbike
Overnight Harau Valley
13
Day 13 | HARAU VALLEY - SOUTHBOUND OVERLAND
Overland drive south through rural Sumatra
Overnight Alahan Panjang
14
DAY 14 | ALAHAN PANJANG - KERICIN
Arrival Kerinci - rest & acclimatization
Overnight Kerinci
15
DAY 15 | KERINCI NATIONAL PARK
Tea plantations, jungle walk, birdlife
Overnight Kerinci
16
DAY 16 | GUNUNG TUJUH TREK
Trekking to volcanic lake, canoe
Overnight Kerinci
17
DAY 17 | KERINCI - WEST SUMATRA COAST
Mountain to sea drive, coastal scenery
Transfer by boat to Jhopira
Overnight Jhopira seaside
18
DAY 18 | BEACH TIME
Snorkeling - swimming
19
DAY 19 | COAST - PADANG
Drive to Padang city orientation
Grand mosque Padang
Overnight Padang
20
DAY 20 | FAREWELL SUMATRA
Transfer to Minangkabau Airport
Trip end
Important Information
Price Includes
- Accommodation
- Private air - conditioned vehicle
- Trekking and hiking permit
- Parking fee
- Entrance fee
- Guide English speaking
- Driver English speaking
- Mineral water
Price Excludes
- Meals except during trekking, hiking, seaside
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenxe
- Meals
- Tip for guide & driver
Available Prices
€3.7001 person
€2.9002 person
€2.6003 person
Plan This Tour
Choose your preferred date. Our local team will contact you to confirm availability and tour details.
Grand Sumatra Overland
A carefully paced 15- day overland journey across Sumatra, from North Sumatra (Batak) to the Minangkabau highlands, blending nature, culture, scenic, drives, and authentic local encounters.