Lombok Cultural Heritage & Local Living – 5 Days 4 Nights

Upon arrival at Lombok International Airport, meet your guide and begin your cultural journey with a visit to Ampenan, the old colonial town with Dutch era architecture and traditional harbor life. Continue to Mayura Water Palace, once the royal court of the Balinese kingdom in Lombok. Stroll through its tranquil gardens and temples before checking into your hotel in Mataram or Senggigi.

After breakfast, travel to the heart of Sasak culture. Visit Sade and Ende villages, where you'll see traditional houses made of bamboo and cow dung, learn about Sasak marriage customs, and hear the Gendang Beleq drums played live. Continue to Sukarara Village, where women have woven by hand for generations here, try your hand at weaving your own small scarf. End the day at Banyumulek Village, famous for its terracotta pottery, where you can mold your own clay creation.

Begin the day with a guided visit to Lingsar Temple, a unique spiritual site shared by Hindus and local Muslim Wetu Telu followers a symbol of Lombok’s religious harmony. Then explore the Cakranegara Market, the largest traditional market in the region, filled with spices, textiles, and street snacks. In the afternoon, return to the hotel or take an optional visit to a local art gallery showcasing Lombok's woodcarving and songket textiles.

Today offers a deep dive into Lombok’s local lifestyle. Join a cooking class in a village home where you'll learn how to make favorite dishes such as Ayam Taliwang (spicy grilled chicken) and Plecing Kangkung (spicy water spinach). After lunch, enjoy a guided village walk through rice paddies, home gardens, and traditional irrigation systems. You'll have time to interact with locals, see daily farm work, and taste fresh fruits right from the trees. Return to your hotel with stories and skills to take home.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and spend your final hours shopping for local souvenirs or simply relaxing. Depending on your flight schedule, you will be transferred to the airport with warm memories of Lombok’s people, culture, and traditions.