Aryaduta proudly presents Asta Karya 2025, its annual cultural programme now in its third year. Running from September to November 2025, this year’s theme, #ARYADUTABercerita, celebrates the richness of Nusantara’s legends and folktales, brought to life through Aryaduta’s signature hospitality.
“Asta Karya has always been Aryaduta’s way of bringing Indonesian culture closer to guests in an authentic, creative, and lively way,” said Arthur Situmeang, Group Director of Marketing & Communications, Aryaduta Hotels. “This year, through #ARYADUTABercerita, we highlight the beauty of storytelling traditions and connect them with today’s meaningful travel experiences.”
Across Aryaduta properties, guests are invited to experience local legends reimagined through food, activities, and exclusive amenities. Highlights include:
- Aryaduta Medan – Lake Toba Legend: Nasi Goreng Rias with Batak spices, ulos weaving, and local treats.
- Aryaduta Bandung – Lutung Kasarung: Royal Feast menu, storytelling sessions, mask-making, and Sundanese snacks.
- Aryaduta Pekanbaru – Putri Kaca Mayang: Satay menu, art workshops, and traditional sweets.
- Aryaduta Lippo Village – Pendekar Cisadane: Sate Jawara, scavenger hunt, and special souvenirs.
- Aryaduta Palembang – Origins of Palembang: Grilled short ribs, pempek-making, children’s colouring, and local cakes.
- Puncak Resort International – Telaga Warna: Craft workshops and painting activities.
- Aryaduta Menteng – Si Pitung: Spiced fish soup, Betawi dance, kids’ baking, and edible story-themed cakes.
- Aryaduta Suites Semanggi – Setu Babakan: Asinan Babakan, Betawi dress-up, and local drinks.
- Aryaduta Manado – Toar Lumimuut: Ayam Tondano, cultural photo booth, and kolintang music.
- Aryaduta Bali – Barong: Grilled beef with Port sauce, Barong mask-making, and Balinese sweets.
- Aryaduta Makassar – Datu Museng: Fish stew inspired by a tragic love story, with digital storytelling via QR code.
- Waterboom Lippo Cikarang – Rama & Shinta: Mask painting and cosplay competition.
- Park Serpong Beach Club – Prabu Geusan Ulun: Spiced rice dish, interactive challenges, and cultural storytelling.
- Imperial Klub Golf – Putri Cadasari: Grilled seafood tumpeng and cooking activities.
Through #ARYADUTABercerita, each stay becomes more than just a visit – it becomes part of a living story.
For more details on Asta Karya and other promotions, visit www.aryaduta.com.
