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Premium Java and Bali

Premium Java and Bali

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The islands of Bali and Java are Indonesia’s most celebrated duo, full of beautiful beaches, rolling hills and dynamic cities. On this 11-day Premium adventure, be charmed by Indonesia’s rich cultural heritage, explore ornate temples and learn about the region’s traditional art forms. Get to the heart of local life on visits to rice paddies, beachside towns and remote villages. And that’s not all – you’ll also join Balinese royalty at a palace in Ubud for a special dinner and traditional dance performance, visit UNESCO World Heritage-listed Borobudur Temple at sunset and toast to your trip on a yacht in Sanur.

Trip Name
Premium Java and Bali
Last Updated
1970-01-01
Days
11
Capacity
12
Highlights
  • Spend two nights at your Feature Stay in Yogyakarta – the Royal Ambarrukmo Hotel – which is part of the Royal Palace Yogyakarta complex. Uncover the rich history at this former royal residence and gardens.
  • Board a private yacht and take in Bali’s breathtaking southern coastline around Nusa Dua and the Bukit Peninsula as you watch the sunset and enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner.
  • Discover Java and Bali’s culture and traditions during Signature Experiences like a storytelling lunch with a restaurant owner in Jakarta and a purification blessing at a waterfall in an off-the-beaten-track village.
  • Climb Borobudur for panoramic sunset views from this UNESCO World Heritage-listed 9th-century Buddhist temple. Soak up the tranquil atmosphere, then have dinner just outside the temple’s grounds.
  • Learn about local life during village visits – stroll through rice fields, see handmade jewellery and crafts and whip up local specialties at an authentic cooking class.

Itinerary

ITINERARY CHANGES Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It's important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, political unrest or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. Your group leader or local representative will keep you up to date with any such changes once your trip is underway and has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the trip itinerary if deemed necessary due to safety concerns. , OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES A selection of optional activities that have been popular with past travellers are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only for some of what might be available. Prices are approximate, are for entrance fees only, and don’t include transport to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. All activities are subject to availability, and maybe on a join-in basis. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination, so some pre-planning for what you are most interested in is advised. When it's recommended that travellers pre-book these activities, look for a note in the Special Information section of the day-to-day itinerary. For most, they can either be organised independently on the day, or let your group leader or local representative know you are interested at the Welcome Meeting and they can assist. Where activities are considered medium or high risk, we work with operators whose safety and credentials we have sighted and assessed. Although it is possible that you may find the same activity cheaper with another operator on the ground, we cannot vouch for the safety or quality of that operator. Medium and high-risk activities not listed above have not been assessed by us and as such our staff and group leader or local representative are unable to assist you with organising these activities. Activities that contravene our Responsible Travel policies are also not listed. Please remember that the decision to partake in any activity not listed is at your own discretion and risk.

Day 1 - Jakarta
Selamat datang! Welcome to Indonesia. You’ll be met by a local representative at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm in Jakarta. If you arrive early, why not check out some of Jakarta's museums, like the Wayang (puppetry), Seni Rupa Dan Keramik (fine arts) and maritime museums. For city monuments, don't miss Si Jagur – an old Portuguese cannon ornately decorated with a disguised meaning, or the Monas (National Monument) dedicated to the spirit of the Indonesian people. After the meeting tonight, join your group for an authentic Indonesian dinner at a restaurant housed in a Dutch mansion.
Day 2 - Jakarta
Familiarise yourself with the city on a full-day tour with your expert local leader. Take in Sunda Kelapa port – where the Dutch first landed – temple-filled Chinatown and the old town of Batavia. Wander around Fatahillah Square, visit Candra Naya (a Chinese mansion) and gain an insight into the beautiful Peranakan architecture. Have lunch at a Chinese restaurant that has been serving some of the city’s best and most authentic food for more than a century. Learn the story behind the restaurant and its cuisine during a Signature Experience – a storytelling session with the owner. After lunch, explore the religious history of the city at Cathedral Church and Istiqlal Mosque – the largest mosque in South East Asia.
Day 3 - Borobudur
Catch an early morning train to Yogyakarta, then head north to your accommodation for the night near Borobudur Temple. Check in and settle into your room. Later this afternoon, you’ll head to the Manohara Borobudur Culture Centre to gear up for your climb up Borobudur Temple. You’ll receive a flashlight and a pair of upanat – special sandals made from pandan leaves and coconut shells, designed to help protect the temple’s stones from damage. Meet your local guide, then begin the climb up to the 9th level of this UNESCO World Heritage-listed Buddhist temple. From the top, you’ll get a view of the temple and its surrounds basking in the glow of the sunset. Pause to reflect and revel in the peaceful ambience, then begin your descent and return to the Cultural Centre for dinner. After, return to your accommodation for the night.
Day 4 - Yogyakarta
Have breakfast with views of the tranquil rice fields surrounding your hotel this morning, then transfer to Candirejo Village, where you’ll join a local guide for a walking tour and exclusive agrotourism visit. Learn about the tumpangsari farming system and try your hand at playing traditional gamelan music. Have a traditional snack and brown sugar tea, then join your group for lunch under a pendopo (gazebo). After, transfer to Yogyakarta and check into your Feature Stay for the next two nights – the Royal Ambarrukmo Hotel, located on the grounds of the historic Yogyakarta Royal Palace and Gardens. The rest of your evening is free – there’s the option to watch a traditional performance of Ramayana ballet at the Pura Wisata Ampitheatre.
Day 5 - Yogyakarta
This morning after breakfast, hop on a becak (cycle rickshaw) for a tour of the local market – discover the heritage of Kotagede, renowned for its exceptional silver art and cuisine, and maybe pick up a snack or some souvenirs. Then, dive into the ancient textile art of Batik with a hands-on class in a local village – you’ll learn how to draw with wax on cloth and create your own keepsake to take home. Next, visit Prambanan – a 10th-century Hindu temple on the outskirts of Yogyakarta. This UNESCO World Heritage-listed site is the largest Hindu complex on Java. Set in a tranquil park, it’s a great spot for a stroll along the river and some photo ops. Tonight, try some local cuisine at a Signature Experience at Gadjah Wong Restaurant, located on the banks of the Gadjah Wong River. Listen to the owner’s story as you feast on Indonesian cuisine.
Day 6 - Ubud
After breakfast, fly from Yogyakarta to Bali. When you arrive, drive to your accommodation in Ubud for the next three nights, surrounded by rainforest and rice paddies. Ubud is Bali's centre of arts and culture – a thriving hub of markets, shops and warungs (small, family-owned businesses), close to rice terraces and lush jungles. Tonight, you might like to attend a fire dance performance at the temple or browse the lively Gianyar Night Market.
Day 7 - Ubud
It’s a very early start today – you’ll wake up at 4 am to head to Mt Batur before sunrise. It’s worth the early wake-up call – on a clear morning, it's possible to see all the way across the Lombok Strait to the peaks of Lombok's Mt Rinjani. Sit down to a delicious breakfast spread complete with a glass of prosecco and take in the memorable mountain views. After, you’ll visit the village of Undisan, where you’ll join a local guide for a tour of the rice fields. Learn how the Balinese use herbal plants to treat different health conditions and browse homemade jewellery and handicrafts. Then it’s time to roll up your sleeves for a Balinese cooking class where you’ll learn how to make local specialties and tuck into a tasty lunch. After a day filled with adventure, tonight is free for you to sit back, relax and enjoy your beautiful hotel to the fullest.
Day 8 - Ubud
After a free day – perhaps spent relaxing by the pool – you’ll join Balinese royalty for dinner at one of the exquisite royal palaces of Ubud. Of course, you’ll have to look your best, so an appropriate traditional outfit will be provided for you to wear. Immerse yourself in the stories shared by a member of the royal family as they explain royal cultural traditions and provide an insight into royal family life. You’ll also watch an intricate and culturally significant Legong dance – a special performance that’s one of the most famous in the royal court.
Day 9 - Sanur
Travel to Griya Beji Waterfall today for a Signature Experience – a purification ceremony with a local priest. At this secluded waterfall, the priest will guide you through the steps of the ceremony known to locals as ‘melukat’. Soak up the sense of healing and relaxation as you enter a canyon hidden in a cave, then continue to the waterfall. Later today, you’ll travel to Sanur – a seaside town in the south of Bali. When you arrive, you'll have some free time to relax on the beach or at the hotel. Tonight, maybe head out to one of Sanur’s best restaurants with your group – your local leader will have all the best recommendations.
Day 10 - Sanur
Today is free for you to enjoy Sanur however you like. Maybe drop into a local warung for lunch, sign up for a surf lesson, take a trip to Tanah Lot Temple or shop along Jalan Danau Tamblingan. This afternoon, you’ll celebrate the final night of your trip in style – board a private yacht and take in Bali’s breathtaking southern coastline around Nusa Dua and the Bukit Peninsula as you set sail for one final adventure. Raise a glass and have a barbecue dinner on board as you watch the sunset – here’s to a trip well-travelled!
Day 11 - Sanur
With no further activities planned, your trip comes to an end after breakfast. If you'd like to spend more time in Sanur, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time to organise additional accommodation.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
26-07-202605-08-2026AUD $ 5,295-
23-08-202602-09-2026AUD $ 6,230-
06-09-202616-09-2026AUD $ 6,290-
20-09-202630-09-2026AUD $ 6,230-
11-10-202621-10-2026AUD $ 5,460-
15-11-202625-11-2026AUD $ 5,295-
20-12-202630-12-2026AUD $ 5,395-
21-03-202731-03-2027AUD $ 5,865-
11-04-202721-04-2027AUD $ 5,865-
23-05-202702-06-2027AUD $ 5,865-
20-06-202730-06-2027AUD $ 6,040-
04-07-202714-07-2027AUD $ 6,040-
25-07-202704-08-2027AUD $ 6,215-
08-08-202718-08-2027AUD $ 6,040-
22-08-202701-09-2027AUD $ 6,040-
05-09-202715-09-2027AUD $ 6,215-
19-09-202729-09-2027AUD $ 6,215-
10-10-202720-10-2027AUD $ 6,040-
14-11-202724-11-2027AUD $ 5,865-
19-12-202729-12-2027AUD $ 5,865-
19-03-202829-03-2028AUD $ 6,160-
09-04-202819-04-2028AUD $ 6,160-
21-05-202831-05-2028AUD $ 6,340-
18-06-202828-06-2028AUD $ 6,340-
02-07-202812-07-2028AUD $ 6,525-
23-07-202802-08-2028AUD $ 6,525-
06-08-202816-08-2028AUD $ 6,340-
20-08-202830-08-2028AUD $ 6,525-
03-09-202813-09-2028AUD $ 6,525-
17-09-202827-09-2028AUD $ 6,340-
08-10-202818-10-2028AUD $ 6,160-
12-11-202822-11-2028AUD $ 6,160-
17-12-202827-12-2028AUD $ 6,160-

Accommodation

Hotel (7 nights), Feature Stay (3 nights)

Transport

Private Vehicle, Train, Boat, Plane

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