Indonesia Travel Itinerary 3 Weeks

Breakfast at the hotel and meet and greet with our guide. Then proceed for the sightseeing tour of Jakarta, including the National Museum, established in 1778 by the Dutch Batavia Association of Arts and Science; this cultural center offers an excellent display of history, archeology, and religion, exhibiting important collections from international sites. The National Monument, called MONAS, was built during the first Indonesia presidential era. Lunch is provided at a local restaurant. Then, continue to Fatahillah Square in the old town hall of Batavia, where the Jakarta History Museum is housed. If time permits, we will visit Sunda Kelapa harbor, which is full of magnificent Makassar schooners (Phinisi boats). The dock scene here has mostly stayed the same for centuries, and porters unload cargo from these sailing ships by hand and trolley back to your hotel after sunset.

Hotel Plan           : Santika Hayam Wuruk Jakarta

Upon your arrival at Pangkalan Bun Airport, our dedicated local staff will escort you to Kumai, where you will embark on a traditional Klotok wooden river boat for a scenic 30-minute journey. The Klotok comes in two sizes, accommodating either five or 8-10 people, reminiscent of the charming "African Queen" riverboat style, complete with a roof forming an upper deck for optimal rainforest viewing. A skilled team, including the boatman, a cook, and an expert guide, will accompany your 2-hour voyage to Tanjung Putting National Park. As you peacefully explore the serene river, you'll have the opportunity to observe monkeys along the riverside. To conclude this remarkable day, have a delightful dinner on the boat, where you will also spend the night.

Hotel plan: Klotok boat

After breakfast, we will continue an unforgettable journey up the river aboard the klotok for approximately 2 hours. Following this, we will venture up a side creek to the remarkable Camp Leakey, where older orangutans are reintroduced to their natural rainforest habitat. Our next stop will be Pondok Tanguy, the former rehabilitation center for new ex-captive orangutans. At Camp Leakey, you will have the extraordinary opportunity to trek into the rainforest alongside our expert guides and forestry rangers, who will ensure your safety and enhance your wildlife spotting experience. This allows you to marvel at the diverse flora and perhaps even catch sight of wild orangutans, gibbons, macaques, and various colorful birds. A delightful lunch will be served on the boat, and we will visit the feeding station in the afternoon. As the day winds down, we will sail back down the river overnight on the klotok boat near Tanjung Harapan, ensuring an enchanting end to an exhilarating day.

Hotel plan: Klotok boat

After breakfast, you are free until the appropriate time. We boat down to Kumai around 2 hours before a 30-minute transfer by car to Pangkalan Bun Airport for the flight to Semarang. When you arrive at Semarang Airport, you will meet with the local staff and drive to Magelang. You will check in at your hotel, have a free program, and stay overnight.

Hotel plan: Sarasvati Hotel or similar

Experience an unforgettable journey as you are picked up from your hotel around 8:00 AM for a Borobudur & Candi Rajo Village tour. Witness the magnificence of the world's largest Buddhist Temple and uncover the extraordinary history behind its construction. Made up of thousands of volcanic and river stone blocks, human hands meticulously assembled this temple over more than 75 years. Today, this UNESCO Heritage site is a testament to human ingenuity, adorned with exquisite carvings and a magnificent bulk structure. Have lunch at a local restaurant before immersing yourself in local life with a horsecart ride through the serene and charming Candirejo Village. Traverse small lanes lined with traditional houses and engage in village activities such as making cassava crackers, playing the gamelan, and witnessing local crop harvesting. Conclude your day with a transfer back to your hotel in Yogyakarta, cherishing the memories of a truly enchanting experience.

Hotel plan: Gallery Prawirotaman or similar

After breakfast, drive to Yogyakarta City to do some sightseeing. Visit the Keraton (Sultan's Palace), Water Castle, Batik Home Industry, and Silversmith at Kotagede with its processing and beautiful collections. Have lunch at a local restaurant, then visit Prambanan temple, the most important Hindu temple built in the 9th century. In the late afternoon, return to your hotel in Yogyakarta for an overnight stay.

Optional: Ramayana Ballet Performance at Prambanan or Pura Wisata.

Hotel plan: Gallery Prawirotaman or similar

After an early breakfast at the hotel, drive to Tugu station and take an air-conditioned morning train to Mojokerto Station (Sancaka Train, morning, 06.55 - 10.32), which will take around 4 hours. Arrive at Mojokerto at noon and drive to the Bromo area for 3-4 hours. Check into your hotel and enjoy your free time, with meals on your account.

Hotel plan: Lava view lodge or similar

To ensure a memorable experience, waking up at 3:30 a.m. is recommended. Enjoy your tea or coffee before embarking on a comfortable jeep ride to Pananjakan, the highest viewpoint in the area. When the weather is clear, you can witness the sunrise. Following this, we will descend to the Sea of Sand to explore the crater of Mount Bromo. Upon returning to the hotel for breakfast, you can freshen up and head to Probolinggo to visit the magnificent Madakaripura waterfall near the Bromo area. This sacred site is home to a series of waterfalls, with the central one reaching a height of 200 meters. Surrounded by seven waterfalls and caves, it offers a spectacular natural environment. After an enjoyable visit, we will have a delicious lunch before driving to Banyuwangi, where we will stay overnight, close to Ijen.

Hotel Plan: Ketapang Indah Resort or similar

We will wake up early for the Mt. Ijen (2,400 m) excursion. This volcano offers a beautiful savannah landscape, rugged panoramas, great hiking, and a serene, brightly yellow crater lake. Near the summit of Mt. Ijen is a stunning crater filled with a mesmerizing turquoise-blue lake, its surface streaked with patterns of yellow sulfur vapor blown by the wind. Afterward, we will drive back to the hotel. At checkout time, we will drive to the harbor of Ketapang for the ferry crossing to Bali Island. Upon arrival in Gilimanuk Harbor in Bali, we will transfer you to the northern part of Bali and drive around 1.5 hours from the harbor to check in at your hotel in the Menjangan or Pemuteran Area.

Hotel Plan           : Menjangan or Pemuteran

Breakfast at your hotel and a free program at your leisure.

Hotel Plan           : Menjangan Hotel or  Pemuteran

After having breakfast, your private guide will be ready to accompany you from your hotel for an exciting day trip snorkeling in Menjangan. A boat ride from Banyuwedang Beach will transport you to the renowned Menjangan Island, offering exceptional diving and snorkeling opportunities. Prepare to be amazed by the captivating underwater wonders as you enjoy an extraordinary snorkeling experience guided by our expert. Discover a stunning coral reef garden teeming with diverse fish and fascinating marine life, including electric clams, scorpion fish, starfish, eels, and majestic reef fish. Conclude your adventure with a return transfer to your hotel.

Start the day with breakfast at the hotel and then proceed with the check-out process. Take a morning drive to visit Ulundanu Temple, at the lakeside of Beratan, which has a beautiful view of the lake and surrounding hills. Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and hills as a backdrop. Then head to Bedugul, located on the shore of Lake Beratan, where you can enjoy the cool mountain breeze and the view of the Ulun Danu Temple. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Next, stop at Wanagiri Hill for a fantastic overview of Bali's volcanic heart and see the Buyan and Tamblingan's twin lakes. After a photo stop, proceed to the waterfalls. Continue driving towards Jatiluwih Rice Terrace. The Jatiluwih Rice Terraces in the heart of Tabanan Regency are the best example of Bali's outstanding picturesque rice fields and represent the Subak. End the day tour program by transferring to your hotel. check-in, and stay overnight.

Hotel Plan: Plataran Resort Ubud or similar

Check out from your hotel after breakfast. We'll drive to Batubulan village in the morning to attend the Barong and Keris dance performance. After that, we will take you to the center of the art and artist village, Ubud, where we will visit the art and handicraft villages of Celuk, Batuan, Mas, and Ubud. You will witness gold and silver work, hand weaving, woodcarving, and painting here. Our next stop will be the Ubud Monkey Forest, the sacred monkey forest located at the center of Ubud. We will then drive to Kintamani to admire the magnificent panorama of the still-active Mt. Batur volcano and Lake Batur. We'll have lunch at a local restaurant and then continue to Goa Gajah, a Hindu meditation center dating back to the 11th Century. After that, we'll visit Tampak Siring to see the holy spring water temple, Tirta Empul. On returning to the hotel, we will stop by the amazing rice terrace view of Tegallalang village. We will finally drive you to your hotel in Kuta, and you will have free time in the evening.

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Start the tour in the morning and head to the Besakih temple, known as the “Mother Temple” of Bali. The complex houses 30 temples spread across seven levels of terraces on the mountainside. Besakih is the most important temple on the island, second only to the Lempuyang temple. Next, visit the Gates of Heaven at Pura Lempuyang Temple, climb up hundreds of stairs to the top, and enjoy the breathtaking view of Pura Lempuyang with Mount Agung in the background. Have lunch at a local restaurant, then drive to Tirta Gangga temple, a former royal palace in eastern Bali. The Tirta Gangga Palace is designed as a beautiful water garden located near a natural spring. At the top of the mountain stands a village temple. Finally, head to Kuta to check in at your hotel.

Hotel Plan: Aston Kuta or similar

Check out of your hotel in the morning and transfer to the airport for your flight to Labuan Bajo. Our local team will greet you upon arrival at Komodo Airport. Then, we will assist you in getting to the harbor and onto your private boat. The sea safari journey along the national park will start. The first stop will be at the beautiful island of Kelor, where you can relax, swim, and snorkel in the clear waters surrounded by beautiful coral. Having lunch on the boat, and in the late afternoon, we will sail to Kalong Island, a small island covered by mangrove trees and an ideal habitat for bats (flying foxes). In the late afternoon, you can see a spectacular view as thousands of bats fly from the island for food. We will prepare dinner on the boat.

On Boat

In the morning, we will sail and head to Padar Island to snorkel and trek. We will then journey to the famous 'Pink Beach' to enjoy the beautiful marine life of corals and colorful fish. Afterward, we will head to Loh Liang Station on Komodo Island, where we will embark on an hour-long trek to Banugulung, the former feeding ground, to see Komodo dragons in the wild. Along the way to Banugulung, you will have the chance to see other wildlife, such as wild pigs, deer, and various colorful birds. Return to the boat for lunch and head to the famous 'Pink Beach' for more snorkeling. We will then sail around Taka Makassar Island while watching the sunset. Breakfast, Lunch, and  Dinner on board.

A sightseeing tour to visit a beautiful Taman Ayun Temple dated back from the Royal Mengwi Dynasty. Continue to Tanah Lot temple on a giant rock surrounded by the sea. In the afternoon, drive to Uluwatu Temple, situated about 70m on the cliff overlooking the bay. From there, watch the rough seas of the Indian Ocean rush forward, hitting the rocks beneath the cliff and in the background. We will enjoy the Traditional Kecak Dance, a dramatic performance lasting about 45 minutes, where 25-50 dancers chant “cak” and throw up their arms, depicting a battle from the Ramayana where monkeys help Prince Rama fight the evil King Ravana. The dance performance is on an open stage on a cliff in the Uluwatu Temple complex, and in the background, a beautiful sunset colors the sky orange as it slowly disappears away, replaced by the moon at night, back to the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. As per the scheduled time, transfer to the airport to catch your flight back home.