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10 Days in Balikpapan: A Journey of Culinary Delights and Historical Wonders

Sandra Abaurrea Asiain

22 Nov 2023

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Embark on a 10-day adventure in Balikpapan, Kalimantan Timur, Indonesia, filled with mouthwatering kebabs, sizzling steaks, and delectable sushi. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the city as you explore Japanese bunkers and visit war memorials. Get ready for an unforgettable experience that will tantalize your taste buds and ignite your sense of adventure.

Trip to Balikpapan

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Kebabs, Local Market, and Japanese Cuisine

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$38

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$ 2

Kebab turki baba rafi

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Pasar Inpres Kebun Sayur

Traditional handicrafts market with stalls selling sarongs, jewelry & herbal oils, plus snacks.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Kaizeki Japanese Restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$22

Day 2Sushi Feast and Exploring Japanese Artillery

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$61

Sushi Kuy

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Situs Meriam Jepang Markoni

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$3

18 - 27 min

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Directions

Iga Bakar Mas Giri

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$34

Day 3Steak Indulgence and Discovering War History

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$69

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$ 2

Dapoer Steak & Resto

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$26

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Museum Meriam Jepang Balikpapan (PDAM Sidodi Kampung Baru) Penanda RR

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$3

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Boncafe steak & ice cream

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$40

Day 4Grilled Ribs, Hidden Bunkers, and Chicken Delights

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$71

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$ 2

Pop Steak & Iga Bakar

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$28

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Bunker Jepang

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$3

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Sop ceker ayam

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$40

Day 5Kebabs, Military Museum, and Sweet Treats

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$59

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$ 2

Kebab turki baba rafi

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Museum Kodam VI/MLW

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$3

12 - 18 min

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Directions

Boncafe steak & ice cream

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$40

Day 6Turkish Delights, Heritage Exploration, and Japanese Fare

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$38

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$ 2

Kebab turki baba rafi

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Dahor Heritage Balikpapan

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Kaizeki Japanese Restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$22

Day 7Kebabs, Australian Memorial, and Asian Delicacies

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$54

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$ 2

Kebab turki baba rafi

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Tugu Australia

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Hoka hoka bento

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$38

Day 8Kebabs, Beach Bliss, and Fast Food Favorites

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$54

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$ 2

Kebab turki baba rafi

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Melawai Beach

Bustling, sandy urban beach, popular for street-food fare & viewing scenic sunsets.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Hoka hoka bento

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$38

Day 9Bamboo Dining, Islamic Center, and International Flavors

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$50

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$ 2

Bambu Rumah Makan

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Balikpapan Islamic Center

Sprawling mosque with a distinctive green-tiled dome, spacious prayer halls & 4 pointed minarets.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

20 - 30 min

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Directions

Wendys

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

Day 10American Cuisine, Japanese Memorial, and Local Eateries

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$41

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$ 3

A & W Restoran Khas Amerika

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

37 - 45 min

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Directions

Monumen Makam Tentara Jepang

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$3

24 - 29 min

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Directions

Depot Mawar

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Budget breakdown: $547 In total

Activities & Food:$533

Transport:$14