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Surabaya in day
Nice way to learn about history and culture of the city. Guide was friendly, explained anything I asked and was even flexible for drop out location.
Private Day Tour Surabaya Historiculture
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4–5 hours
- Price from
- $69 / person
- Location
- Surabaya, Indonesia
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 105 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- TrippyTrip Tour
Description
Visit the Heritage town of Surabaya with this Private day tour. we will pick you up from your hotel or cruise port and take you all around the town, stopping in traditional neighborhoods, historical places and cultural society of interests, with plenty of time to try out local food or shop in a local market. We will be strolling down to historical and cultural destinations in Surabaya and we are going to figure out from Europe Quarter, Arabian Quarter, and Chinese Quarter. The duration of the tour is 4-5 hours.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 11:00 AM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 10
- Adult (ages 18–80)
- $69
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $129.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Monkasel (Submarine Monument)
We will visit the largest Submarine Monument in Asia ,Surabaya Submarine Monument. This attraction has the real figure of the ship it self.
Balai Pemuda
We will walk around in Surabaya City Square/Balai Pemuda. This place has underground city square as Museum and Library center in Surabaya. This place was an Dutch Community public place called "“De Simpangsche Sociёteit”.
This is the central of Chinese quarter in Surabaya. We will pass this area and see lots of chinese market, street food, and Chinese temple.
Sunan Ampel Great Mosque
Explore by walking in Ampel Arabian Market explore arabian quarter in Surabaya
Pabean Market
Visit to traditional Fish Market Pabean, take a look how fisherman gather their fresh fish to this traditional market. We will strolling down this market and explore what they sell in this market.
Tugu Pahlawan
Visit Surabaya Heroes Monument to recall memories of Battle of Surabaya. You will understand why Surabaya is called the City of Heroes.
Mirota Batik
Visit to Mirota Batik and Handicraft the souvenirs shop and batik boutique in Surabaya. You will find batik to wooden spatulas to crafty bags to showpieces, magnets, jewellery, dream catches and windchimes.
Sanggar Agung Temple
Last but not least, drive to Chinese Quarter and visit Kelenteng Sanggar Agung and 4 faces Budha
What's included
Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Entrance fees
Landing and facility fees
Fuel surcharge
Parking Fees
Private tour guide
Not included
Personal expenses
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
We will welcoming the traveler by their requested location, Hotel lobby, and Port entrance gate.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
105 reviews
How it compares in Surabaya
- No. 11 by number of reviews among 219 tours in Surabaya
Excurgo comparison of 219 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private Day Tour Surabaya Historiculture take?
Private Day Tour Surabaya Historiculture lasts about 4–5 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Private Day Tour Surabaya Historiculture cost?
Prices start at $69 per person for this Surabaya experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $129. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Day Tour Surabaya Historiculture run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 11:00 AM.
Can I cancel Private Day Tour Surabaya Historiculture for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We will welcoming the traveler by their requested location, Hotel lobby, and Port entrance gate. Pickup points include RedDoorz Syariah at Prapen Jaya Surabaya, OYO Life 2083 Tambakbening Residence.
What languages is Private Day Tour Surabaya Historiculture offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 12 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Private Day Tour Surabaya Historiculture worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 105 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by TrippyTrip Tour.
Reviews(105)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
A
Surabaya Kota Pahlawan Lesgooo
Great short and sweet course on this to know more about Surabaya as Kota Pahlawan! its a hollistic view of Surabaya history where Diki my tourguide demonstrated the integration of key places that I was brought to. For those who like to do content for memento like tiktok or anything. You can ask Diki to record for you! Defo you're paying indirectly for someone to take photo or video for you. Its definitely worth the money. I can do my own planning with Gocar to the places but i cant integrate those understandings only by reading the info...really need someone local like Diki to explain those overviews which I really appreciate. Not just visiting but leaning to EDUTOUR!
Operator response
Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful review! We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed discovering Surabaya’s history as Kota Pahlawan with Diki. Our goal is to make each visit more than simply sightseeing, connecting the places, stories, and local perspective into a meaningful edutour experience. We also love that Diki could help capture your memories along the way. He will be delighted to know his guidance and support made the day even more enjoyable. Thank you for choosing TrippyTrip Tour. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to explore more of Indonesia with us!
R
This was a great day of...
This was a great day of visiting the sights in Surabaya. Our guide and driver were very informative and helpful on the day where we visited several historic sites and attractions in the city.
Operator response
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed exploring Surabaya and found our guide and driver informative and helpful throughout the day. It was a pleasure showing you the city’s historic sites and attractions. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on your next visit to Indonesia!
J
Not the deepest history lesson
The tour covered the promised itinerary but we ended up doing much of it on our own. Might be worth providing a driver and guide separately so the guide can focus on sharing the knowledge. Some history was indeed shared but could have been deeper. It’s a lot to ask to have them drive as well given the traffic conditions. A microphone in the car would also be good.
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear that the tour covered the promised itinerary. We also appreciate your suggestion regarding a microphone in the vehicle. We’ll take this into consideration as we continue improving our Surabaya Historical City Tour. Thank you again for your constructive feedback. We hope to have the opportunity to provide you with an even better experience in the future.
J
Interesting informative
I had Dikki as my guide , a driver and just myself as the guest. Excellent few hours and very informative, definitely recommend this tour.
Operator response
Thank you very much for your wonderful review and recommendation. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Surabaya Historic Culture Tour and found the experience informative. Dikki will be very happy to know that you enjoyed your time with him. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you again in the future!
N
Great way to see Surabaya
The guide was very knowledgeable and made the day very interesting and informative. The whole experience was above expectations and the driver was so professional.
Operator response
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our Private Day Tour Surabaya Historiculture and that our guide's knowledge made your visit to Surabaya both interesting and informative. We're also pleased that our driver's professionalism exceeded your expectations. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back for another adventure in Indonesia!
J
Excellent English-speaking guide with lots to show interested travelers
My guide, Ryan, was fantastic! We chatted the whole day, and he showed me some wonderful sights in the city center on a combination walking/driving tour, including many beautiful old colonial buildings, a great history museum, a mosque, the entrance to Chinatown, and a retired Russian/Indonesian submarine! We also had a traditional soup brunch/lunch and made a stop for excellent tea/coffee. Ryan was super informative and articulate -- I could not have asked for a better experience!
Operator response
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear you had a great time exploring Surabaya with Ryan. Your kind words about his knowledge and hospitality mean a lot, and we'll be sure to share them with him. Thank you for choosing Trippytrip Tour. We hope to welcome you back to Indonesia for another memorable experience!
G
Excellent introduction to Surabaya!
Tremendous seven hour excursion through Surabaya with Diki our guide and Agas our driver. Both were exceptionally knowledgeable of the city and it's history, making stops at the Monumen Tugu Pahlawan dan Museum Sepuluh Nopember Surabaya and Monumen Kapal Selam Surabaya all the more interesting and educational. The tour wasn't just history, though, as we were also taken to the old Arabian market as well as - and trust me, I'm NOT a shopper - a really quite fine and rather enormous gift store featuring everything from the standard knick knacks, to a mind boggling selection of excellent Batik clothing and fabrics, culminating with heirloom-quality antique furnishings on the un-air conditioned third floor. Not usually a fan but, wow. One of the day's highlights, though, was lunch at the restaurant chosen by Diki, the Ria Galleria. Beautiful interior, excellent service, and scrumptious food, this establishment hit all the right spots at just the right time. 10/10, highly recommend.
Operator response
Thank you very much for your wonderful and detailed review. We are truly happy to hear that you had such a great experience exploring Surabaya with Diki and Agas. They will be very pleased to know that their knowledge and hospitality made the journey both enjoyable and meaningful. It is great to know that you appreciated the balance of history, culture, and local experiences throughout the day. We are especially glad that you enjoyed the visit to the Arabian market and even the shopping stop, as well as the lunch experience at Ria Galleria. Your kind words and recommendation mean a lot to us. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again for another memorable journey in the future.
F
5 star guide. Would give him more stars if possible
Excellent English ( a Java Uni degree in English ( including Shakespeare!) He was VERY knowledgeable about the history and various cultures which inhabit Java.. We are “people” travelers. Interested in the culture but not thrilled with museums.
Operator response
Thank you very much for your thoughtful review. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your time with Fajar. He will be pleased to know that his strong English and deep knowledge of history and culture made your experience more meaningful. It is also great to know that the tour suited your interest as people travelers, with a focus on culture and local life beyond just museums. We truly appreciate you choosing us, and we hope to welcome you again for another experience in the future.
S
Surabaya Tour
Our tour guide, Andri, was very personable, informative and friendly. Our tour included all admission fees which made it easy for us. We spent 4 hours touring temples, a museum and taking in the sights, while learning about the history and people of the area. Highly recommend.
Operator response
Thank you very much for your kind review. We are delighted to hear that you had a great experience exploring Surabaya with Andri. He will be very happy to know that you found him personable, informative, and friendly. It is also wonderful to know that you enjoyed the itinerary and the convenience of having everything arranged for you. We truly appreciate your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again for another memorable experience in the future.
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