3 Nights / 4 Days — City & Culture

The Medan Taster

Duration3N/4D
PriceS$530S$650 / person
Group sizeMax 12 guests
DifficultyEasy

Overview

Medan is one of Southeast Asia's most underrated food cities — a melting pot of Malay, Chinese, Indian and Batak cultures that collides deliciously on every street corner. This 3-night tour peels back the tourist surface to show you what Medanese-Chinese families actually eat, where they eat it, and why.

Beyond the food, you'll discover the city's colonial architecture — the Maimun Palace, the grand mosque, and the stately Tjong A Fie Mansion, whose Hakka Chinese owner became one of Sumatra's most powerful men. A day trip to Berastagi brings you to the cool highland air, colourful fruit markets, and volcanic panoramas of Mount Sibayak.

This tour is ideal for those on a tight schedule, or as an add-on to a Singapore trip. Medan is just 1.5 hours from Changi.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

  • Arrive at Kualanamu International Airport
  • Airport transfer to Cambridge Hotel Medan (5-star)
  • Check in and freshen up
  • Evening Medan food tour: Merdeka Walk, Tip Top Restaurant, Chinese quarter
  • Taste: mie Aceh, bika ambon, soto Medan, durian (seasonal)

Estimated cost: S$111/person

* Estimated costs per person shown in your selected currency, for reference only. Your tour price is fully inclusive — no hidden add-ons.

What's Included

Included ✓

  • Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
  • 3 nights at Cambridge Hotel Medan (5-star, twin/double)
  • English-speaking local guide throughout
  • Evening food tour with tastings (Day 1)
  • All entrance fees listed in itinerary
  • Berastagi day trip transport (private car)
  • Street food lunch on Day 2

Not included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
  • Personal expenses & shopping
  • Additional meals not listed
  • Visa fees (if applicable)
  • Gratuities for guides and drivers

Optional Add-Ons

Sunrise Sibayak volcano hike (early morning, strenuous)+S$60
Cooking class — Medan & Batak cuisine (half day)+S$35
Photography package (drone + edited photos)+S$135
Private guide upgrade (instead of group)+S$55

Add-ons can be requested in your inquiry. We'll confirm availability and pricing.

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