Surabaya Shore Excursion: History, Markets & Temples Tour

Taste local fruit at a traditional market, then stand at Tugu Pahlawan where Indonesia's independence heroes are honored.

A guided city tour in Surabaya for cruise passengers, departing from the port and returning on schedule, that visits traditional markets, heritage temples, and the Heroes Monument while traveling with other passengers from your ship. The tour runs regardless of group size, includes a professional English-speaking guide, port fees, transportation and a coffee break, with lunch available as an add-on option at checkout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Surabaya city and culture

• Pick up at Surabaya port
• Visit traditional market and try local fruits
• Visit heritage place to see local culture and religion
• Explore Tugu Pahlawan (Heroes Monument) and museum
• Visit Hok Tek Tjeng Sin Temple

The experience

Your ship docks in Surabaya and you have a few hours to explore. The tour picks you up directly at the port, where you'll meet other passengers from the same cruise. From there, the guide takes the group through the city's working heart: a traditional market where you'll see how locals shop and sample fruits you've likely never encountered, then heritage sites that show different local cultures and religions, the Tugu Pahlawan (Heroes Monument) with its museum and gardens, and Hok Tek Tjeng Sin Temple, a centuries-old Chinese temple with intricate architecture. The whole route is built around getting everyone back to the ship on time.

The group stays small because it's only passengers from your vessel, and there's no minimum: the tour runs whether it's three people or thirty. Your guide speaks English throughout and handles all the logistics: transportation, fuel, port fees and taxes are covered. A coffee break is included. If you want lunch instead, you can add that at checkout. The pace suits all fitness levels, though the itinerary isn't recommended for travelers using walkers.

What’s included

• Pickup at Surabaya port.
• transportation with driver and fuel.
• entrance fees to all sites.
• port fees and taxes.
• coffee break.
• professional English-speaking guide.
• highway toll.

Options for this experience

2 options

Includes lunch at a restaurantGuide in English · 14 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 14:00Shared tour with other passengers from your cruise ship (comfortable group size) and an English-speaking guide. The tour begins 1 hour after the ship docks; meet us at the port holding a sign with your name on it. Lunch is at an Indonesian restaurant. Pickup is included.

Coffee break at Majapahit HotelGuide in English · 14 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 14:00Shared tour with other passengers from your cruise ship (comfortable group size) and an English-speaking guide. The tour starts 1 hour after the ship docks; we wait at the port holding a sign with your name on it. Coffee break option at Majapahit Hotel (no lunch included). Pickup is included.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day14 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 14:00

AgesAdult (9 to 90 years) · Child (3 to 8 years) · Under 3: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 16

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 5 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical level

Operated by East Journey Travel

Is this one for you?Book this if your ship docks in Surabaya for a few hours. You'll join other cruise passengers for a guided exploration of markets, temples, and historical sites, with pickup and return timed to your departure.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 8 years). Under 3: they can't be included in the booking.

What is Tugu Pahlawan and why is it important to Surabaya?

Tugu Pahlawan (Heroes Monument) is Surabaya's iconic landmark, a tribute to Indonesia's independence heroes and the nation's struggle for freedom. The site includes a museum below the monument and lush gardens where you can walk and absorb the historical significance.

Will I have time to get back to my ship if I book this tour?

Yes. The tour is timed specifically for cruise passengers, and your group returns to the port on time for ship departure. That's the core design of this excursion.

What kind of food will I try at the traditional market?

The tour includes sampling local fruits and delicious regional foods at the traditional market that you may not have tried before. The exact offerings depend on what's available that day at the market.

Do I travel alone or with other people?

You travel with other passengers from your cruise ship. The group is shared, so you'll explore Surabaya alongside fellow travelers from the same vessel.

Is lunch included, or do I need to pay extra?

A coffee break is included in the base tour price. Lunch at a restaurant is available as an optional add-on that you can choose at checkout.