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Farmer and his bike, Java

Discovering Java & Bali

15 days from £5,210pp
Farmer and his bike, Java
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Tour highlights

  • Marvel at the spectacular ancient Buddhist relic of Borobudur.

  • Visit the Hindu temple complex of Prambanan.

  • Take a bike ride through the paddy fields of central Java.

  • Spend time in Ubud — the cultural heartbeat of Bali.

  • Visit the volcanic region of Ijen to observe the sulphur mining and the stunning turquoise blue crater lake.

  • Visit Bali's only national park.

  • Relax on one of Bali's lovely beaches.

  • Watch a spectacular sunrise over Mount Bromo.

Price includes:

  • Scheduled international flights
  • In-destination transfers
  • Activities and excursions as detailed
  • All accommodation
  • 24-hour support while you travel
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Itinerary idea in detail

Includes international flights from a choice of UK airports, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

  • Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Yogyakarta.

  • You will be met on arrival in Yogyakarta for the short transfer to your hotel for the next two nights.

    • Prambanan, Yogyakarta
      Prambanan, Yogyakarta
    • Borobudur, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
      Borobudur, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
    • Borobudur, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
      Borobudur, Yogyakarta, Indonesia

  • Today, you will visit the magnificent Buddhist temple of Borobudur before exploring Candijero village. In the late afternoon, you will have a chance to visit the Hindu monument of Prambanan and enjoy a traditional performance of the Ramayana ballet.

    • Borobudur, Yogyakarta
      Borobudur, Yogyakarta
    • Detailed carving at Borobudur, Yogyakarta
      Detailed carving at Borobudur, Yogyakarta
    • Sunrise at Borobudur
      Sunrise at Borobudur

  • Travel by train to Surabaya and stay the night in a lovely colonial-style hotel.

    • Surabaya market, Java
      Surabaya market, Java
    • House of Sampoerna, Surabaya
      House of Sampoerna, Surabaya
    • Surabaya, Indonesia
      Surabaya, Indonesia

  • Head to Surabaya's spice markets this morning during your tour of the city before heading to the cooler climates of Mount Bromo. Enjoy the scenic views en route and why not stop for lunch along the way — your guide will suggest some local places to stop (usually a simple service station).

    • Mount Bromo
      Mount Bromo
    • Mount Bromo, Indonesia
      Mount Bromo, Indonesia
    • Mount Bromo, Indonesia
      Mount Bromo, Indonesia

  • Rise early this morning for the spectacular sunrise at Mount Bromo. Transfer onto the Ijen Plateau.

    • Ijen crater lake, Ijen Plateau, Indonesia
      Ijen crater lake, Ijen Plateau, Indonesia
    • Village scene near Mount Bromo, Indonesia
      Village scene near Mount Bromo, Indonesia
    • Local Transport at Mount Bromo
      Local Transport at Mount Bromo

  • Trek up Mount Ijen and see the sulphur lakes before then visiting the fishing villages and plantations that are scattered around the area.

    • Mt Ijen, Java
      Mt Ijen, Java
    • Crater lake in Ijen Plateau, Indonesia
      Crater lake in Ijen Plateau, Indonesia
    • Familiar sight of a sulphur miner whilst descending from the summit of Gunung Ijen
      Familiar sight of a sulphur miner whilst descending from the summit of Gunung Ijen

  • Today you will cross over to Bali by ferry with your guide. You then transfer to the Bali Barat National Park.

    • Bali Barat National Park, Indonesia
      Bali Barat National Park, Indonesia
    • Bali Barat, Indonesia
      Bali Barat, Indonesia
    • Birdlife in Bali Barat, Indonesia
      Birdlife in Bali Barat, Indonesia

  • Day at leisure in the Bali Barat National Park.

    • Menjangan Island and Java's east coast in the distance, Indonesia
      Menjangan Island and Java's east coast in the distance, Indonesia
    • Beach in Bali Barat, Indonesia
      Beach in Bali Barat, Indonesia
    • Mangroves in Bali Barat, Indonesia
      Mangroves in Bali Barat, Indonesia

  • Another day in the park to enjoy the snorkelling or diving off Bali's north coast.

    • Deer in Bali Barat, Indonesia
      Deer in Bali Barat, Indonesia
    • Fishing trip in Bali Barat, Indonesia
      Fishing trip in Bali Barat, Indonesia
    • Bali Barat sunset overlooking Ijen on Java
      Bali Barat sunset overlooking Ijen on Java

  • Take a scenic drive to Ubud, Bali's cultural heart today, stopping off at Lake Bratan en route.

    • Blessing at Tirta Empul, Ubud
      Blessing at Tirta Empul, Ubud
    • Monkey Forest, Ubud, Indonesia
      Monkey Forest, Ubud, Indonesia
    • Sunset over the paddy fields outside Ubud, Indonesia
      Sunset over the paddy fields outside Ubud, Indonesia

  • Enjoy a day exploring Ubud and its surroundings with your guide. This area is well known for its arts and crafts and is the ideal place for picking up some mementos of your time away. Lunch is included today.

    • Eel fisherman in Ubud, Indonesia
      Eel fisherman in Ubud, Indonesia
    • Mass Cremation Procession
      Mass Cremation Procession
    • Mass Cremation Ceremony Procession
      Mass Cremation Ceremony Procession

  • A further day to explore Ubud.

    • Ubud - Ayung River
      Ubud - Ayung River
    • Ubud Ayung Valley
      Ubud Ayung Valley
    • Puri Sunia - Private Pool Villa - Ubud
      Puri Sunia - Private Pool Villa - Ubud

  • Transfer to the airport today for your flight home.

    • Bali temple, Indonesia
      Bali temple, Indonesia
    • Rice terraces outside Ubud, Indonesia
      Rice terraces outside Ubud, Indonesia
    • Local women in Ubud, Indonesia
      Local women in Ubud, Indonesia

  • Arrive home today to complete your journey.

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When to go

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Place Daily max temperature (°C) Monthly rainfall (mm)
Yogyakarta
 
Surabaya
 
Mount Bromo
 
Ijen National Park
 
Bali Barat National Park
 
Ubud
 

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