The 9 Best Food Experiences in Indonesia

1.Volcano, Tea/Rice Fields, Hot Spring, Local Food

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 515 reviews · 14 hours · from $114Our pick

Review of Jakarta’s 14-hour Java day trip to Tangkuban Perahu, tea and rice fields, local food, coffee, fruit, and Ciater hot springs.

“We really loved the trip! The tour guide Nanda was amazing. She really knows all the things around and she does her job in a great and fun atmosphere. The driver is a pro too! The whole trip schedule was fantastic and all the places seemed pretty authentic. The one stop that made us feel a bit down was the Kopi Luwak Coffee place. It felt commercial and not authentic at all. The animals seemed to be unhappy closed in small cages and the ones that were taken out of the cage were a bit too calm (probably drugged). At the end the coffee was made from a plastic packet.…”

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2.Learn to cook Indonesian food at Gili Cooking Classes Trawangan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 352 reviews · from $33Best value

Learn Indonesian cooking on Gili Trawangan with small classes, local recipes, vegan options, and a satisfying meal for about $33.

“My husband and I had so much fun! The instructors were really nice and funny and we got to meet and talk with the other people that were a taking part in the cooking class. The food we made was really tasty and they give you the recipes! I can’t wait to go home and make everything for my friends back home.”

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3.Small-Group Walking and Food Tour by Night in Yogyakarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 313 reviews · from $36

Taste Yogyakarta after dark on a small-group food walk with becak rides, local snacks, herbal drinks, and traditional games.

“The best food tour experience I ever made. Kalika showed us wonderful places that every tourist should know and that are hidden in the city of Jogja, thanks to her for the experience and the fun afternoon that she made us spend”

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4.Bali Private Food Walking Tour With Locals: The 10 Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 243 reviews · from $56

Explore Denpasar through 10 local food tastings, Badung Market, Balinese classics, and a private guide for $56.78 per person.

“A must do food tour - with authentic tastings all evening with Reza. Reza was knowledgeable and took us to many off beat (non touristy) destinations to eat with food that we had never heard of. The local vendors were all lovely and it was Read more”

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5.Bali Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · from $45

Explore old Denpasar through 15+ Balinese food tastings, local eateries, Badung Market, and a small group for $45 per person.

“Fantastic food journey through old city of Denpasar mixed with a historic perspective. Rasyid our guide was very knowledgeable and eager to please.”

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6.Chef Bagus Balinese Indonesian Food Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 89 reviews · from $51

Cook 10 Balinese dishes with Chef Bagus, visit a local market, enjoy lunch, and get hotel pickup from Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, or Canggu.

“The experience met all of our expectations! Chef Bagus and staff were very engaging and very professional in their approach to the class, all with a little fun and humour!”

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7.Indonesian Food Cooking Class of Gili Air

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · from $33

Cook Indonesian classics on Gili Air, from klepon to yellow curry, in a small class near the harbor with vegetarian options.

“My boyfriend and I absolutely loved this class! Our teacher, Oka, spoke great English and was a pleasure to talk with. He gave clear instructions and showed us step by step all the dishes and gave lots of background information. The food we Read more”

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8.Balinese Vegan Cooking Class with Fresh Harvesting & Garden Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews · from $41

Harvest organic produce, cook a four-course vegan Balinese meal, and eat among Sidemen's gardens with views toward Mount Agung.

“When I was planning my birthday trip to Bali with my mom, I knew I wanted to experience a vegan Balinese cooking class. When I found this tour, I knew it was perfect for me. I love that it is on an organic farm, and we were able to pick oRead more”

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9.Taste & Explore Bali: Denpasar Street Food & Historic Sites

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 27 reviews · from $45

Taste Bali in Denpasar with temple visits, local markets, babi guling, bakso, Jaje Bali, coffee, and small-group guidance.

“It was lovely to experience a little of how the people of Bali actually live their lives in an urban setting. And we learnt so much about their food and culture”

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