Selamat Datang in the largest island archipelago in the world – Indonesia.

Upon arrival in Jakarta, you will be expected to drive you to your hotel in the old town of Jakarta. The Mercure Jakarta Batavia Hotel is conveniently located in the central business district of Glodok in the beautiful Old Town of Jakarta.

Accommodation: Mercure Jakarta Batavia, Deluxe Room, Jakarta, incl. breakfast

Guests can relax by the hotel pool or explore the surrounding area on their own.

There are numerous sights to discover in the immediate vicinity:

Sunda Kelapa Port; its old port area was an important link to the markets of the outside world for the 15th century kingdom of Pajajaran. Since then, this port has belonged to the Portuguese and Dutch.

The port continues to be one of the most important ports of call for sailing ships from all over Indonesia. 

Kota Tua Jakarta (“Jakarta Old Town”), officially known as Kota Tua, is a neighborhood that encompasses the original downtown of Jakarta, Indonesia.

Glodok China Town; Glodok is the center of Jakarta’s China Town. You will visit the Chinese temple Petak Sembilan, dedicated to the Buddhist goddess of mercy, Kuan Yin. It was built around 1650 and was one of the earliest worship centers for the Batavian Chinese.

Accommodation: Mercure Jakarta Batavia, Deluxe Room, Jakarta, incl. breakfast

After breakfast, your guide will be waiting for you at the Lobby and will drive you to the train station, from where you will start your Java & Bali journey by train to Central Java.

Relax during your ride on the Argo Bromo Train (e.g.: 08:20 – 13:15) and enjoy the views of the fantastic landscapes along the North Java Sea.

Upon arrival, you will be awaited and driven to your beach resort in Jepara.

Accommodation: Coconut Lodge Resort Jepara, Deluxe Room, Jepara, incl. breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be driven to the port and take the ferry to the small island paradise of Karimunjawa.

Your driver will be waiting for you there and will take you to your hotel, far away from mass tourism with authentic village/island life and fantastic snorkeling opportunities on dreamy snow-white beaches.

Enjoy breathtaking sunsets and a dream panorama over the lagoon and the Java Sea.

Breve Azurine Lagoon Resort is located in Karimunjawa and offers a private beach area and water sports facilities.

The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, a barbecue, a restaurant and a bar.

Accommodation: Breve Azurine, Sea Hill Cottage, Karimunjawa, incl. breakfast

Enjoy your free time according to your wishes in the Paradise of Java, far away from mass tourism, sunbathing, snorkeling, or rent a scooter and explore the dream island on your own.

Hike through the pristine mangrove forests, explore the most beautiful beaches and enjoy a dreamy sunset with a cold beer on Love Hill.

The Breve Azurine also offers free rental of kayaks and snorkeling equipment.

Accommodation: Breve Azurine, Sea Hill Cottage, Karimunjawa, incl. breakfast

Today we take you on a private island hopping tour to the uninhabited small neighboring islands with beach BBQ on a small uninhabited island, snorkeling tours to some of the most beautiful coral reefs on your Java & Bali tour

On request: swimming with baby sharks, and much more …

Accommodation: Breve Azurine, Sea Hill Cottage, Karimunjawa, incl. breakfast

Enjoy your free time as you wish in the Paradise of Java, far away from mass tourism.

Accommodation: Breve Azurine, Sea Hill Cottage, Karimunjawa, incl. breakfast

Today you will check out of your resort in the paradise of Java and take the fast ferry back to the mainland.

Once there, your private driver will be waiting for you and will drive you to your hotel in the last sultanate of Indonesia in Yogyakarta.

Accomodation: Royal Ambarukkmo, Deluxe Room, Yogyakarta, incl. breakfast

After a relaxing breakfast, today is your next Java & Bali adventure, guide will be waiting for you at the lobby to drive you to the nearby UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the original 7 wonders of the world – the Borobudur Temple.

Explore the mystical stories about the life and work of Buddha in the form of stone reliefs over a total area of over five kilometers.

Please note the following opening hours: (Entrance to Borobudur: 07:00 a.m. – 05:00 p.m.; Ascent of the temple only possible from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., closed on Mondays)

Accomodation: Royal Ambarukkmo, Deluxe Room, Yogyakarta, incl. breakfast

After your breakfast, you will visit the famous Sultan Palace of Yogyakarta, Sultan Royal Palace & Water Castle “Taman Sari” today.

Afterwards you will visit one of the largest and most beautiful Hindu temples in Indonesia and worldwide, as well as a UNESCO World Heritage Site Prambanan from the 9th century.

Accomodation: Royal Ambarukkmo, Deluxe Room, Yogyakarta, incl. breakfast

Today you will leave Yogyakarta and be met by your personal chauffeur and driven to the train station for your onward journey by train (Executive Class) to Mount Bromo, one highlight of this Java & Bali tour.

Upon arrival at Mojokerto Station, you will be picked up and driven to your hotel.

Accommodation: Lava View Lodge, Bungalow, Mount Bromo, incl. breakfast

Between 03.00 – 04.00 o’clock in the morning it’s time to get out of bed.

Tip: Fortify yourself with a cup of coffee or tea and provide yourself with some snacks before you take the four-wheel drive jeep towards Mt. Pananjakan (2,750 m).

Once at the top, you will experience the crater rim of the Tengger Caldera, a spectacular view.

The panoramic view over the volcanic landscape of Mt. Bromo at sunrise is a magical and unforgettable moment.

Then you go into the sea of sand and climb steps to the crater of Mt. Bromo (2,500 m).

After the tour, head back to your hotel to freshen up and have breakfast before continuing east to Kalibaru by private car and driver, where you can relax by the pool surrounded by the famous plantation landscapes.

Accommodation: Rumah Kita Villa, Double Room, Kalibaru, incl. breakfast 

After breakfast and check-out, your journey continues towards the turtle beach of Sukamade.

Before that, you will visit one of the local plantations and factories, where you will also learn about all the processes of cocoa, coffee and/or rubber harvesting and processing during a guided tour of the plantations (depending on the season).

In addition to coffee, you will find cocoa and rubber processing here, you will discover many other native plants, such as durian, sugar cane, clove, nutmeg, vanilla and more.

Afterwards, we will take an off-road vehicle towards Meru Betiri National Park, taking a short break at the most beautiful viewpoints along the way.

At around 7:00 p.m., the Park Ranger awaits you at Sukamade Turtle Beach, a 3-kilometer sandy beach on the Indian Ocean where 5 different turtle species come ashore all year round to lay their eggs.

Each individual turtle lays over a hundred eggs in its enclosure. Experience has shown that most turtles come to lay their eggs around 19:30 and return to the sea around 24:00.

Accommodation: Sukamade Turtle Beach Homestay, Double Room, Sukamade, incl. full board

In the morning, the park ranger will take you back to the beach to give you the opportunity to escort some of the baby turtles from the local nursery from her hand into the open sea to freedom.

Afterwards we have a hearty breakfast before we continue towards Banyuwangi.

Along the way, visit the beautiful beaches of Green Bay and Pantai Merah. Afterwards, you will continue towards your luxury tented resort in the Banyuwangi rainforest.

Accommodation: Kunang-Kunang Tent Resort, Banyuwangi, Pendar Tent, incl. breakfast

You have the option of getting up around 04:00 a.m. and leaving for Paltuding at around 05:30 a.m. Ready for your next Java & Bali tour.

Once there, the approximately 2-hour ascent on foot to the crater of the Ijen Plateau begins.

Recommendation! Depart as early as 01:00 AM for the opportunity to experience the natural wonder of the Blue Fire.

After the ascent, it goes about 700 meters steeply down into the crater of Mt. Ijen.

Once there, you will have the opportunity to experience something unique in the world, witnessing the blue fire of the sulphur flows in the absolute darkness of the night (depending on the water level of the crater lake).

The subsequent strenuous ascent to the crater rim is rewarded.

Once at the summit, you will experience a fantastic, magical view over the greenish blue lake of the Ijen Crater at sunrise, the most poisonous lake in the world.

On the way, they will meet the numerous workers who mine the sulphur and transport it into the valley in their baskets weighing up to 100 kilograms.

Once in the valley, they do not miss the opportunity to stop by the weighing station to experience how hard the brave miners have to toil.

Before heading back to your hotel, you will fortify yourself with a cup of fresh coffee, fruits and local snacks in a typical Javanese waroeng at the entrance to the national park.

Accommodation: Kunang-Kunang Tent Resort, Banyuwangi, Pendar Tent, incl. breakfast

After your check-out, you will be driven to the port of Ketapang, from where you will take the ferry in 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the waves, towards the Island of the Gods.

Before that, you will go to Baluran National Park if you wish, accompanied by your guide and private chauffeur and a professional park ranger. If you want to cross directly to Bali, your driver will drive you to Lovina beach as soon as possible.

The colorful peacocks and wild chickens that live there provide fantastic photo opportunities. Playful macaques and flying squirrels in the treetops, Javanese wild oxen, deer and langurs are numerous in the evergreen rainforest.

From the Bekol lookout tower you have a perfect panoramic view and observe the wildlife undisturbed. Afterwards, you will have some time to explore the beautiful natural beach of Bama Beach with its extensive mangrove forests before taking the ferry to Bali.

Selamat Datang on the island of the gods – Bali.

Accommodation: The Menjangan by Lifestyle Retreats, Beach Villa, Bali Barat National Park, incl. breakfast

The Menjangan by LifestyleRetreats is located in Singaraja, in the middle of the tropical West Bali National Park. One best of your Java & Bali tour.

It offers a unique view of the dream beach of Sentigi and a luxurious beach bungalow with fantastic sea views, with free Wi-Fi and a pool. 

Enjoy your time in your Beach Villa sunbathing, kayaking, snorkeling or hiking through the national park.

Or – Optionally bookable on site:

Experience a sunset ride on an Australian horse through the national park.

Experience the beauty of the park on horseback.

The local stable of loyal Australian horses knows the area very well.

Enjoy views of the forest and beach, guided by the trained staff who will tailor each hike to your riding skills.

Accommodation: The Menjangan by Lifestyle Retreats, Beach Villa, Bali Barat National Park, incl. breakfast

Today you are expected for a unique snorkeling tour to Deer Island, Menjangan Island in the marine nature reserve of Bali Barat National Park.

Experience a spectacular above and underwater world. The island is surrounded by miles of coral reefs, where an incredible variety of tropical fish and corals in all colors of the rainbow can be explored.

The special nature conservation makes it possible above all to make regular visits to the endangered beautiful hawksbill turtles.

Many seabirds, even oceanic birds, appreciate the rich food supply.

Another highlight is provided by the island’s namesakes.

Visitors will regularly witness the deer having fun on the beach and taking a dip in the shallow waves in the sea. A unique sight on the beach of a tropical island. Lunch included.

Accommodation: The Menjangan by Lifestyle Retreats, Beach Villa, Bali Barat National Park, incl. breakfast

Enjoy your time sunbathing or snorkeling.

Alternative:

Take a tour into the heart of West Bali National Park, along the west coast of the Prapat Agung peninsula.

It is home to several species of vertebrates such as Kerahitam (Black Monkey / Presbytiscristata), Keraabu (Macaque Monkey), Menjangan (Barking Deer / Cervustimoresis), Kancil (Trangulusjavanicus), Babihutan (Wild Boar), Kucinghutan (Wild Cat), Reptilebiawak (Giant Lizard / Varanus Salvador) and Ayam-Hutanhijau (Green Jungle Owl / Gallusvarius), Eagle and Owl. Several endangered floras are sawokecik (manilkarakauki), panggalbuaya and cendana (Santalumalbumto).

It is also recommended to visit the Tegal Bunder to visit the Bali Starling (Leucopsarrothschildi) Sanctuary and the breeding program.

Accommodation: The Menjangan by Lifestyle Retreats, Beach Villa, Bali Barat National Park, incl. breakfast

After your breakfast and check-out today, your guide will be waiting for you at the lobby to drive you to next journey of Java & Bali tour, Ubud.

On your way to the world-famous rice terraces of Ubud, visit some of the most beautiful sights along the way with your guide.

First, you will visit the Aling Aling Waterfall in the north of Bali, a picturesque waterfall complex consisting of 7 secret waterfalls in Sambangan Village.

The most famous of these waterfalls is Aling – Aling, as it is located in the middle, easily accessible and in the middle trekking trail area.

It is located in the calm river in Sambangan village with pure nature surrounding it.

On your way, discover the beautiful rice fields, cocoa, coffee and clove plantations.

After your check-in, enjoy your free time surrounded by tropical vegetation, relax with a soothing massage, or explore the cultural center on your own or during a bike tour through the world-famous rice terraces.

Accommodation: Bidadari Private Villas Retreat & Spa, Pool Villa, Ubud, incl. breakfast

Today, after breakfast, your guide will be waiting for you for a private tour of some of the cultural highlights around Ubud.

You will first drive through the Highlands to Tampak Siring to visit the sacred spring water temple Tirta Empul with its numerous swimming pools, which have been used for spiritual healing ceremonies for about a thousand years.

Don’t miss the opportunity to take part in a spiritual cleansing ritual yourself.

On the way to the next highlight, enjoy a cup of the world-famous Balinese coffee, freshly harvested and roasted where it grew up.

As you enter the gate of Bali Pulina, you’ll be greeted by a local guide who will show you around the plantation, showing you how local plants grow and how the coffee is processed.

To crown your day, you will visit the Pura Besakih, the most important Hindu sanctuary in Indonesia located on the island of Bali and the “mother temple” of all Balinese temples.

Along the world-famous rice terraces, you will then head back to your pool villa in Ubud.

Accommodation: Bidadari Private Villas Retreat & Spa, Pool Villa, Ubud, incl. breakfast

Early in the morning you will be expected for a private Balinese cooking class.

First, you will visit the local market to buy the fresh ingredients.

On the surrounding fields and plantations of the village of Laplapan you will also go on an exploration tour to collect fresh ingredients.

You will learn the traditional craft of making coconut oil, which is essential for Balinese cuisine. Everything is traditionally handmade.

Under professional guidance, you will then learn the magic of Indonesian/Balinese cuisine.

Learn all about the most exotic ingredients, spices and preparation of culinary Java & Bali delights.

Otherwise, you will have the whole day to immerse yourself in the daily life of the local village community, learn how to press coconut oil, cultivate the fields, harvest, etc.

Accommodation: Bidadari Private Villas Retreat & Spa, Pool Villa, Ubud, incl. breakfast

Leisure.

Enjoy your peace and quiet in your private villa, or explore the surrounding area on your own.

Your resort offers a free shuttle service to Ubud.

Take a hike through the picturesque rice terraces and along Bali’s most beautiful hiking trail, Campuhan Ridgewalk, and enjoy the beautiful nature of Ubud.

At the famous traditional market of Ubud, you will discover the most exotic fruits and traditional crafts. If you are looking for a unique souvenir, you will definitely find it here.

Accommodation: Bidadari Private Villas Retreat & Spa, Pool Villa, Ubud, incl. breakfast

After today’s breakfast and check-out, your journey continues along the sunset coast in the south-west of Bali.

On the way you will visit one of the most beautiful sea temples in the world.

The sacred Tanah Lot Temple, built on a sea rock, is located in the middle of the ocean and can be reached on foot at low tide. For many centuries, the legend has persisted that this magical temple is protected by giant sea serpents against evil forces and conquerors.

In the afternoon you will arrive at your resort.

Accommodation: La Joya Balangan Resort, Bungalow, Balangan, incl. breakfast

Leisure.

With direct access to Bali’s white sand beach and the world-class surf spot of Balangan Beach, this is a perfect home away from home where you can stroll barefoot through the resort’s lush gardens while enjoying the fresh sea breeze.

Most of Bali’s beautiful beaches are tucked away in the south of Bali and Balangan Beach is one of them. While retaining its 70s-style warungs (local food stalls) on the far left side of the beach, the beach attracts intermediate to advanced surfers from all over the world.

Jimbaran Bay is where you’ll find the best seafood beach restaurants in Bali. Enjoy freshly caught fish at sunset right on the Indian Ocean.

Accommodation: La Joya Balangan Resort, Bungalow, Balangan, incl. breakfast

Today, unfortunately, it’s time to say goodbye to the island of the gods and End of the Java & Bali tour.

On request, we offer you an optional late check-out.

You could then enjoy your last day until 6:00 p.m. with beach walks, a visit to the fish market, sunbathing, souvenir shopping, etc.

After your check-out, your private chauffeur will drive you to the airport in Denpasar in time for your flight home.

We will be happy to adapt this travel example to your individual wishes and ideas…