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Lake Toba Day Tour from Medan
Tours • Medan

Lake Toba Day Tour from Medan

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English guided
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★ 4.5 (39) • 700+ booked
NT$ 1,053
3D2N Lake Toba, Sipiso-piso Waterfall, and Berastagi from Medan
Tours • From Medan

3D2N Lake Toba, Sipiso-piso Waterfall, and Berastagi from Medan

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★ 4.8 (34) • 300+ booked
NT$ 3,250
2D1N Lake Toba, Samosir Island from Medan
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2D1N Lake Toba, Samosir Island from Medan

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★ 4.9 (20) • 100+ booked
NT$ 2,017
4D3N Lake Toba, Sipiso-piso Waterfall, and Berastagi from Medan
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4D3N Lake Toba, Sipiso-piso Waterfall, and Berastagi from Medan

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★ 4.9 (12) • 100+ booked
NT$ 5,604
All-You-Can-Play Ticket at Budayaland in Deli Serdang Medan
Outdoor & sports activities • From Medan

All-You-Can-Play Ticket at Budayaland in Deli Serdang Medan

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English guided
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4K+ booked
NT$ 170
Medan Berastagi Day Tour with Maimoon Palace
Tours • From Medan, North Tapanuli

Medan Berastagi Day Tour with Maimoon Palace

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English guided
Private group
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★ 4.2 (9) • 200+ booked
NT$ 672
Hiking Mount Sibayak, Hot Spring, Taman Alam Lumbini from Medan
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Hiking Mount Sibayak, Hot Spring, Taman Alam Lumbini from Medan

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★ 5.0 (3) • 50+ booked
NT$ 1,793
Discover Bukit Lawang Leuser National Park from Medan
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Discover Bukit Lawang Leuser National Park from Medan

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NT$ 4,782
Medan Berastagi Full-Day Cultural & Religious Discovery
Tours • From Medan

Medan Berastagi Full-Day Cultural & Religious Discovery

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English guided
Private group
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★ 4.6 (5)
NT$ 977
5D4N Lake Toba, Samosir, and Berastagi from Medan
Tours • From Medan

5D4N Lake Toba, Samosir, and Berastagi from Medan

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★ 5.0 (6) • 50+ booked
NT$ 7,060
Medan Kota Full-Day Private City Highlights Tour
Tours • Medan

Medan Kota Full-Day Private City Highlights Tour

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English guided
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★ 4.0 (2) • 100+ booked
NT$ 538
Medan Gunung Leuser National Park Full-Day Private Adventure
Tours • Medan

Medan Gunung Leuser National Park Full-Day Private Adventure

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NT$ 3,766
JW Marriott Hotel Medan
Hotels • Medan

JW Marriott Hotel Medan

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★ 4.6 (648)
From NT$ 3,214
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Adimulia Hotel Medan
Hotels • Medan

Adimulia Hotel Medan

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★ 4.6 (136)
From NT$ 1,873
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Swiss-Belinn Medan
Hotels • Medan

Swiss-Belinn Medan

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★ 3.7 (214)
From NT$ 944
NT$ 953
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Aryaduta Medan
Hotels • Medan

Aryaduta Medan

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★ 4.1 (265)
From NT$ 1,356
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Grand Mercure Medan Angkasa
Hotels • Medan

Grand Mercure Medan Angkasa

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★ 4.0 (178)
From NT$ 1,388
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Kama Hotel
Hotels • Medan

Kama Hotel

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★ 3.6 (21)
From NT$ 652
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Harper Wahid hasyim Medan by ASTON
Hotels • Medan

Harper Wahid hasyim Medan by ASTON

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★ 4.3 (11)
From NT$ 986
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Grand Inna Medan
Hotels • Medan

Grand Inna Medan

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★ 3.6 (35)
From NT$ 815
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Bobotel Gatot Subroto Medan
Hotels • Medan

Bobotel Gatot Subroto Medan

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★ 4.5 (16)
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deSatu Hotel
Hotels • Medan

deSatu Hotel

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★ 4.3 (20)
From NT$ 611
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ibis Styles Medan Pattimura
Hotels • Medan

ibis Styles Medan Pattimura

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★ 4.4 (77)
From NT$ 866
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Antares Hotel
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Antares Hotel

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Reviews of Medan activities

YM ****
2026-07-13 23:27:00
Great 4.0
everything is good service: good transport access: convenient breakfast: good
Klook User
2026-03-31 04:00:16
Great 4.0
The food variety is limited, but the location is very strategic, and it's very lively at night with many street food vendors around. There are also many malls nearby.
Klook User
2026-08-09 06:48:21
Fantastic 5.0
We had a comfortable two-night stay at deSatu Hotel in downtown Medan. The location was excellent, right next to Centre Point Mall and less than a two-minute walk away, with plenty of food options nearby. The room was clean, cosy, and just the right size for two, with a comfortable queen-size bed. The front desk staff were warm, polite, and welcoming. Our only minor issue was some noise in the hallway in the morning. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would definitely return.
Iciee ***
2026-08-08 16:00:04
Fantastic 5.0
Am a solo traveller very satisfied trip with clean & safe private car and experienced tour guide. Mr Turnip is punctual, great in photography and knowledgeable. Will definitely come back again. tour guide: 5 stars itinerary: 5 stars
alani *****
2026-07-20 10:13:24
Fantastic 5.0
Had Mas Riski as our driver and guide. He was honestly the best, providing good details and taking great pictures!!. The accommodation provided by SibayakExplore was good and adequate. The itinerary was well-planned, and the weather cooperated with us at the time. All in all 5 stars!!
Klook User
2026-06-21 03:42:00
Fantastic 5.0
It was a compact 4D tour . Rizky our tour guide was very good in terms of driving experience, responsible and skillful as roads here are pretty challenging. We covered many areas,even those not listed in the itinerary. very thankful for that. Maybe your agency could provide another option where guests could choose own preferred hotels to suit our needs .
Ping ***************
2026-05-31 01:06:33
Fantastic 5.0
Zulfan was great. can speak relatively good English. shared good food spots and took us around.
BOOM *******
2026-07-18 01:10:11
Fantastic 5.0
I would say this is the best tour in medan. Our best driver/guide, Zulfan, reaches hotel early to wait for us. His driving skill is on a different level. The road is bumpy. The visited site was worth the long ride. The views are amazing and beautifully. Overall, I highly recommend you to take this day tour when you visit medan.
arun ****
2026-08-22 12:42:46
Fantastic 5.0
Had a lovely adventure hiking up Mount Sibayak . Rest well before the hike . carry a warm jacket as it gets windy and cold as u ascend . Guide John was knowlegeable and well organised .

Medan at a glance

When is the busiest time for Medan activities?

Book earlier for peak months

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
+25%
Typical
-25%
-50%
+14%
Jan
+4%
Feb
-9%
Mar
-7%
Apr
+17%
May
-18%
Jun
-28%
Jul
-42% Quietest
Aug
+9%
Sep
-7%
Oct
Busiest +24%
Nov
Busiest +24%
Dec

Bookings from Australia peak in November and December (around 24% above a typical month) while August is much quieter (about 42% below). Expect crowds and limited availability in the peak—book early; August offers easier availability. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Medan cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget. Prices in USD.

$15
$10
$5
Avg $11 Priciest $13 Cheapest $8
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities average around USD 11, with January typically the cheapest at about USD 8—roughly 38% below July’s peak—so visiting in the quieter January period can also be the most budget-friendly. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

3 daysLast-minute
13 daysTypical
28 daysEarly

Most travellers book about 13 days ahead, so planning two weeks out suits typical trips from Australia; during the November–December peak consider booking earlier for better availability. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Medan

Local weather

  • JAN - DEC
    33°23°

    Tropical

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1TWD = 557.68IDR

  • Official languages

  • Recommended trip duration

  • Flight time

    When departing from Sydney

What to know before visiting Medan

Medan in a glance: what visitors book and when

Medan draws most bookings for Tours, plus a steady share for Massages and Water activities — the variety shows the city suits short cultural excursions, relaxation and some active days out. Demand on Klook has a clear annual rhythm, with busy peaks late in the year and much quieter pockets in late winter.

Best months to visit and how prices move

Klook bookings peak in November and December, while August is the quietest month of the year, and demand drifts up and down between those points. Prices on Klook do not exactly mirror demand: past booking data show the priciest month falling in July while the cheapest month typically appears in January. If you want lower prices and smaller crowds, consider travelling in August through to January; for classic peak-season atmosphere aim for November–December when activity demand is highest.

Tips for travellers from Australia

Australian travellers typically book activities around two weeks ahead on Klook, with many purchases still possible within a few days of travel and last-minute options often available about three days out. If you plan to visit in November or December, consider securing key Tours earlier in that two-week window; for off-peak months you can be more flexible and book closer to your dates.

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