Indonesia

The culture and history of Java and the wild life of Indonesian Borneo

12 days

Trip Snapshot

During this fantastic trip, you will explore a great combination of the ancient history and surreal scenery of Java, the wildlife of Kalimantan (Indonesian Borneo), and the exotic beaches of Bali. Spend your days in Java to explore the island's historic heartland. Pass through the ridge of volcanic mountains that bisect the north and south of the island and discover ancient Borobudur, and 10th century Prambanan. There will be plenty of time to relax in your comfortable hotel with beautiful locations. Spend also your days exploring Tanjung Puting National Park by klotok (houseboat) to spot proboscis monkeys, crocodiles, lizards and numerous bird species and of course the famous resident orangutans. There will be a chance to trek through the forest to see orangutans at their feeding platform. Finally, you will stay in lovely property on the beach where you can both relax and get a feel for authentic Balinese life.

Trip Type:Tailor-Made

Fully customized trips designed around your unique interests and needs.

Travel Theme:Explorer Trips

Go off the beaten path and dive into real, raw adventure.

Departure City:Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA)
End City:Ngurah Rai International Airport
Operated in:English / Spanish / Danish / Dutch / French / German / Italian
Physical Difficulty:Light

Travel Styles: Rural home stays · Kayak & Canoe · Rafting · Snorkeling/Diving · Indigenous culture · Hiking · Skiing/Snowboarding · Visit markets · Cycling · Meet local people.

Things you will do

Discover authentic traditional Javanese life through cycling near Prambanan area
Trekking through the forest to see orangutans and the wildlife of Indonesian Borneo
Stunning view of a beautiful mountain range surrounded by clouds in Ijen
Witness the breathtaking view of the Mount Bromo crater illuminated during a beautiful sunrise
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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Yogyakarta International Airport

Day 2: Discover authentic traditional Javanese life through cycling and visit Prambanan Temple

Day 3: Explore the typical sights and sounds of Yogyakarta city and Borobudur Temple

Day 4: Flight to Pangkalan Bun and trip on houseboat to Tanjung Puting area

Day 5: Exploring Pondok Tanggui and Camp Leakey

Day 6: Flight to Surabaya and drive to Cemoro Lawang

Day 7: Amazing sunrise from Penanjakan and enjoy the crater view of an active volcano, Bromo

Day 8: Visit Kaliklatak, the pioneer of agro tourism in East Java

Day 9: Mount Ijen sunrise hiking

Day 10: Crossing Bali straits from Java to Bali & enjoy beach stay in Sanur

Day 11: Free in Sanur

Day 12: Departure from Sanur to Ngurah Rai International Airport

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