Full-Day Tour of Dili

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Summary

Meet your guide between 8am and 8:30am at your accommodation in Dili, then take a seat in your vehicle to begin your 7-hour tour. First, head to the Australian World War II Memorial and Museum in Dare and learn how the Timorese people supported Australian soldiers against the occupying Japanese forces between 1942 and 1945. Afterward, visit sites of interest including the Santa Cruz cemetery — infamous as the site of the Santa Cruz massacre of 12th November 1991 — and the Xanana Cultural Centre, which showcases a collection of photographs and paintings of Timorese resistance fighter and politician Xanana Gusmão. Here, visit the East Timorese Resistance Archive and Museum for a 40-minute guided tour, and gain insight into Indonesia’s troubled occupation of the region. Following a delicious Timorese buffet lunch, visit alocal craft market where women practise the traditional arts of fabric- and basket-weaving. Along the way, discover top sites of interest such as the National Parliament and the popular Chega! Exhibition — standing for truth and reconciliation in East Timor. Head east along the coast to the Cristo Rei of Dili statue — widely considered among the city’s top attractions. Here, choose to either explore the gardens or follow the Stations of the Cross to the top for panoramic views. When your time at the Cristo Rei of Dili statue comes to an end, return in comfort to your accommodation in Dili to conclude your tour.

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Duration
7 hours
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Why take this tour?

Delve into the troubled history of East Timor, and hear tales of resilience and reconciliation on this full-day tour of Dili. Travel through Dili with a guide and discover top sites of interest including the Australian World War II Memorial and Museum, the Chega! Exhibition, the Santa Cruz cemetery, and the Xanana Cultural Centre. Enjoy a Timorese buffet lunch and soak up the atmosphere in the craft markets. Then, finish your adventure at the famous Cristo Rei of Dili statue. This tour includes pickup and drop-off at your Dili hotel.

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What’s included?

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Guide

  • Transport

  • Buffet lunch

  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 7h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Dive, Trek & Camp East Timor

About operator:

We have over a decade of travel experience in Timor Leste with cultural trips, walking and trekking tours, Eco tourism, wildlife, safaris, adventure and beach holidays, scuba diving, sailing, overland expeditions, family holidays, honeymoons and tailor-made tours. Perfect for couples, groups of friends, student groups or solo travellers, our authentic, affordable adventure tours offer such incredible opportunity to explore the "real" Timor Leste with its amazing nature and scenery and friendly people.

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