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Surabaya

Explore the heritage aspect of Surabaya visiting the Dutch colonial style building compound and visit the iconic heroes’ monument completed with having lunch at the heritage building the Majapahit Hotel. Delve into the cultural heritage of Surabaya by visiting the Kampoeng Lawas Mespati, commemorative war monument and a 5-star hotel that reflects more than a century of local history.

Arrive in the heart of Surabaya for a tour to Kampoeng Lawas Maspati, it is now a village being made as community base tourism where historical building is still maintained such as the Residence of Raden Sumomiharjo (the relatives of Sultanate Place of Solo) and Sekolah Ongko Loro the historical people school since 1917. We will have some activities such as seeing the people making Cin Cau ‘grass jelly drinks’ and learn to know how they create the green zone of the kampoeng. Continuing, you will next visit the Heroes Monument, a towering obelisk that commemorates the Indonesian soldiers and civilians that died in the Battle of Surabaya in 1945. The conflict eventually led to Indonesian independence in 1949. A panoramic drive through the city takes you to the Majapahit Hotel, a more than 100-year-old lodging that the Japanese used as their headquarters in East Java during World War II. This classic landmark blends romance and elegance with its graceful colonial architecture. While touring, you will see how the hotel has evolved into a 5-star resort.

A traditional Indonesian lunch follows at the Majapahit Hotel, a five-star resort that has been an institution in Surabaya for more than 100 years. Designed by the architect responsible for Singapore’s famed Raffles Hotel, the Majapahit exudes an elegant colonial atmosphere.

Explore the heritage aspect of Surabaya visiting the Dutch colonial style building compound and visit the iconic heroes’ monument of Surabaya City. Delve into the cultural heritage of Surabaya by visiting Kampong Lawas Maspati, commemorative war monument and a 5-star hotel that reflects more than a century of local history. A panoramic drive through the city takes you to the Majapahit Hotel, a more than 100-year-old lodging that the Japanese used as their headquarters in East Java during World War II. This classic landmark blends romance and elegance with its graceful colonial architecture. While touring, you will see how the hotel has evolved into a 5-star resort. During the visit have some local coffee and enjoy the local snacks. Continuing on, you will next visit the Heroes Monument, a towering obelisk that commemorates the Indonesian soldiers and civilians that died in the Battle of Surabaya in 1945. The conflict eventually led to Indonesian independence in 1949. Our last stop will be visiting Kampoeng Lawas Maspati, it is now a village being made as community base tourism where historical building is still maintained such as the Residence of Raden Sumomiharjo (the relatives of Sultanate Palace of Solo) and Sekolah Ongko Loro the historical people school since 1917. We will learn how in a crowded kampong with nearly no soil left, the villagers can create the green zone, also have some cultural activities specially presented by the local community and mostly elderlies.

Gain an understanding of the history of East Java at the peak of the Majapahit empire by exploring archaeological artifacts in a museum and two historically important sites.

After departing from the pier, you will settle in for a relaxing drive inland to Trowulan Mojekerto, an area that was once the capital of the Majapahit empire, which lasted until the early 16th century. It is the only site in Indonesia from this time period.

Many of the artifacts that archaeologists have excavated from here are housed in the nearby Trowulan Museum. While browsing the collection, you can expect to see reliefs of deities, water spouts shaped like human figures, ancient coins and carved pedestals. Together, they present a rare glimpse into Java’s glorious past.

You will also see the remains of the 14th-century Bajang Ratu gateway, which stands in the nearby hamlet of Kraton. Built of red brick and volcanic stone, the gateway was once connected to a wall that protected a sacred building. As you will discover while pausing to take pictures, the gateway is photogenic from every angle.

More historical monuments are scattered about in Candi Tikus, a ritual bathing place that was discovered by accident in 1914 when workers were digging nearby. The primary feature of the bath is a brick replica of mythological Mount Meru, which is sacred to Hindus and Buddhists.

Following this immersion into local archaeology, you will enjoy a traditional Indonesian lunch at the Ayola Hotel.