DAY 1
Jakarta ~ Erian Hotel - Breakfast

• SUMMARY
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
    Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

DAY 2 
Jakarta/Bandung ~ Arion Suite Hotel ~ Breakfast

• SUMMARY
  • Enjoy a guided city tour of Jakarta visiting the former Batavia area, remnants of the colonial past, and stroll through the Sunda Kelapa Harbour. In the afternoon, depart for Bandung surrounded by volcanic peaks and tea plantations. Opt to see the angklung orchestra - resonating traditional melodies created by children shaking bamboo instruments.
• SCHEDULE
  • Jakarta City Tour, Jakarta
    Tour Bandung and see the former Batavia area, where Jakarta began before it grew to its current size. Visit the Sunda Kelapa Harbour — once the main port of the Sunda Kingdom, it’s now a bustling port full of Makassar schooners.
  • Private Vehicle Jakarta to Bandung 3h (150km)
    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle

DAY 3
Bandung/Yogyakarta ~ KJ Hotel Yogyakarta ~ Breakfast

• SUMMARY
  • Board a morning train and take in the beautiful scenery on the ride to Yogyakarta, steeped in ancient ruins and culture. On arrival, opt to go on a cycling tour or take in a Ramayana dance performance.
• SCHEDULE
  • Train - Bandung to Yogyakarta - 7h 402km
    Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.
  • Free Time - Yogyakarta -  Afternoon
    Get out and discover more of Java's cultural heart.
• OPTIONAL

DAY 4 
Yogyakarta ~ KJ Hotel Yogyakarta ~ Breakfast

• SUMMARY
  • Venture to the Prambanan Hindu temple complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and wander through the remains of some 244 temples, with some towering out of the rubble. Spend the afternoon at leisure.
• SCHEDULE
  • Prambanan Hindu Temple Complex Excursion - Yogyakarta
    Tour Prambanan, the largest Hindu temple complex in Java, and learn about the history of the temples. Built between the eighth and tenth centuries, these temples now stand as one of the most outstanding works of Hindu art. View their intricate design, particularly on the Shiva temple.
• OPTIONAL $$
  • Nothing today

DAY 5 
Yogyakarta ~ KJ Hotel Yogyakarta ~ Breakfast

• SUMMARY
  • Visit Borobudur, the largest Buddhist sanctuary in the world and another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Spend time exploring the pyramid-like complex, admiring the intricate carvings, and come away with a deeper understanding of Buddhist culture here. Later, enjoy free time to continue exploring Yogyakarta.
• SCHEDULE
  • Private Vehicle - Yogyakarta – Borobudur - 1h30m
    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
  • Borobudur Temple Complex Excursion - Borobudur
    Take in the stunning artistic and architectural marvel that is the Buddhist Temple complex of Borobudur, a not-to-be-missed World Heritage Site. Learn about its interesting history and restoration; the site lay undiscovered under layers of volcanic ash until 1815, when Sir Stamford Raffles, then Governor of Java, ordered the area to be cleared.
  • Free Time - Afternoon - Yogyakarta
    Get out and discover more of Java's cultural heart.
• OPTIONAL $$
  • Nothing today

DAY 6
Yogyakarta/Ngadas ~Ngadas Village ~ Breakfast / Dinner

• SUMMARY
  • Continue the journey across the agricultural heartland of Java to Ngadas, a village in the scenic Mt Bromo region. Experience the local culture with a G Adventures-supported community homestay.
• SCHEDULE
  • Private Vehicle - Yogyakarta to Desa Ngadas 8h - 400km
    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
  • Your G for Good Moment: Ngadas Homestay
    Nestled amongst the green hills of the Mt Bromo region, the village of Ngadas is home to a Tengger farming community. Overnight with a local family participating in the community's homestay program, a G Adventures-supported initiative. Learn about the local culture, customs, and traditions from your hosts.
• OPTIONAL $$
  • Nothing today, but probs need to give the family a contribution to say thanks

DAY 7
Ngadas/Malang ~ Whiz Prime Malang ~ Breakfast / Lunch

• SUMMARY
  • Start early today (approximately 2:30am) for a pre-dawn trek across the “sea of sand” to Mt Bromo. Watch the sunrise over the crater’s rim, popular with both tourists and the local Buddhist Tenggerese, who can be seen giving offerings to receive blessings from the Supreme God Hyang Widi Wasa. Head back to Ngadas for lunch before exploring more of the village on an included walk. Later, travel to Malang for the night.
• SCHEDULE
  • Sunrise Walk to Mount Bromo Viewpoint - Gunung Bromo 30m
    Head out before dawn to visit the viewpoint for magnificent Mt Bromo (2,392m), one of the most spectacular sights in Indonesia. Walk along the "sea of sand" and enjoy stunning views as the sun rises over the edge of the crater and be amazed by the volcano’s strange beauty, seemingly from another world.
  • Your G for Good Moment: Village Walk
    Learn more about daily life in Ngadas with a village walk. Take in views of the scenic hills as you walk along, passing farming areas and stopping to visit the local temple, vihara, and mosque.
  • Private Vehicle - Desa Ngadas to Malang - 1h30m-2h
    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
• OPTIONAL $$
  • Nothing today

DAY 8
Malang/Sanur ~ Swastika Bungalow ~ Breakfast

• SUMMARY
  • Drive from Malang to Surabaya airport for a short flight to Sanur, a serene seaside town on the island of Bali. Spend the afternoon on the beach, and cheers to a beautiful sunset.
• SCHEDULE
  • Private Vehicle - Malang to Juanda International Airport - 2h 95km
    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
  • Plane - Juanda International Airport to Denpasar - 1h
    Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
  • Private Vehicle - Denpasar to Sanur - 30m 16km
    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
  • Free Time - Afternoon - Sanur
    Enjoy some free time back in Sanur.
• OPTIONAL $$
  • Nothing today

DAY 9
Sanur - Swastika Bungalow - Breakfast

• SUMMARY
  • Enjoy some free time in Sanur.
    New travellers may join the tour today. You are welcome to join them for an optional welcome dinner in the evening.
• SCHEDULE
  • Free Time - Full day - Sanur
    Use a free day in Sanur to see as much as you can of this beachside city.
• OPTIONAL $$
  • Nothing today

DAY 10
Sanur/Munduk - Meme Surung Guesthouse - Breakfast / Dinner

• SUMMARY
  • Visit the Lake Danu Bratan Temple and take a walk through the Jatiluwih Rice Terraces before arriving at the guesthouse in Munduk. Enjoy some delicious Balinese cuisine.
• SCHEDULE
  • Private Vehicle - Sanur to Tabanan 2h-2h30m 55km
    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
  • Jatiluwih Rice Terraces Visit - Tabanan - 1h
    Follow your CEO down narrow paths as you explore the UNESCO-protected Jatiluwih Rice Terraces. Stop to enjoy the view as you trek around the area.
  • Private Vehicle - Tabanan to Danau Beratan - 1h-1h30m 25km
    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
  • Ulun Danu Temple Complex Visit - Danau Beratan
    Bring your camera for this floating temple visit; the captivating Ulun Danu Temple, founded by the King of Mengwi in the 17th century, is one of Bali’s most important and most photographed temples.
  • Private Vehicle - Danau Beratan to Munduk - 30m-45m 20km
    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
• OPTIONAL $$
  • Nothing today

DAY 11
Munduk/Kintamani ~ Lakeview Hotel Bali ~ Breakfast

• SUMMARY
  • Drive through lush rice fields and winding mountain roads to Kintamani, then take a dip in the local hot springs.
    Arrive in Kintamani with its breathtaking views of Lake Batur and the Batur crater. Take a wander through town and mix with the locals, opt to visit the market, and marvel at the variety of local produce for sale.
• SCHEDULE
  • Private Vehicle - Munduk to Kintamani - 2h-2h30m 70km
    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle
  • Your Wellness Moment: Local Hot Springs Visit
    Relax in warm mineral waters to soothe tired muscles and ease worries away.
• OPTIONAL $$
  • Walk to Nearby Waterfall - Munduk
    TBC IDR per person (£TBC)
    Enjoy the land’s natural beauty on this walk to the Munduk waterfall.

DAY 12
Kintamani/Ubud ~ Champlung Sari Hotel ~ Breakfast, Lunch

• SUMMARY
  • Opt for a sunrise hike to the top of Mt Batur before travelling to the cultural heart of Bali, stopping for lunch at the G Adventures supported-Bali Community Training Lunch Program. Arrive in Ubud in the late afternoon for an orientation walk and some free time.
• SCHEDULE
  • Private Vehicle - Kintamani to Ubud - 1h-2h 35km
    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
  • Your G for Good Moment: Bali Community Training Lunch Program
    Enjoy lunch at the G Adventures-supported Bali Community Training Lunch Program. This initiative supports and assists people living with disabilities in Bali to find independence and meaningful employment through training in the hospitality sector. In Hindu-Bali, it is a societal belief that being born with a disability is a product of "bad karma". Our ground partners are working in the community to break down these stereotypes, and provide resources, training, and education to adults living with disabilities to gain independence and confidence, and find employment within their community. Fully managed and operated by individuals living with disabilities, enjoy a delicious traditional Balinese buffet lunch prepared by the organization while learning more about this initiative that empowers individuals through skills and employment training. All proceeds from this included lunch support the organization's training, education, advocacy and outreach programs, as well as resources such as wheelchairs and three-wheeled mopeds.
  • Free Time - Afternoon - Ubud
    Learn Balinese cooking or, if you want ready-made food, go to the Gianyar night market for local eats. Yoga classes are not hard to find or opt for a relaxing massage.
  • Orientation Walk – Ubud
    Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.
• OPTIONAL $$
  • Monkey Forest Visit - Ubud
    80000-100000IDR per person (£3.96 to £4.95)
    Take a walk through the lush Monkey Forest. Keep your valuables close as these cheeky creatures are bound to grab anything that isn't nailed down.
  • Mt Batur Hike - Gunung Batur
    650000IDR per person (£32.18)
    Climb to the summit of Mt Batur (1717m) for an amazing sunrise and scenic views. Rest easy—this active volcano is an accessible climb of about two hours.

DAY 13
Ubud ~ Champlung Sari Hotel ~ Breakfast

• SUMMARY
  • Enjoy a free day to explore exactly what interests you in Ubud. Opt to visit the Monkey Forest, numerous temples, rice paddies, and markets. In the evening, opt to take in a traditional Kecak dance performance.
• SCHEDULE
  • Your Discover Moment - Ubud - Full Day
    There's plenty to see and do in Ubud, and we wanted to make sure that you had some time to take it all in. Feel free to relax or try optional activities like attending a yoga class, learning about Balinese cuisine with a cooking class, and indulging in a traditional massage. Your CEO has more ideas if you need them. Just ask!
• OPTIONAL $$
  • Gianyar Night Market - Ubud
    TBC IDR per person (£TBC)
    Tour the Gianyar night market for some local cuisine. Enjoy amazing food (including savoury soups, satay and sweets) and take in Balinese culture.
  • Kecak Dance Performance - Ubud
    20USD per person
    Enjoy a display of traditional Kecak dance (aka Ramayana Monkey Chant), depicting a battle from the Ramayana.
  • Whitewater Rafting - Ubud
    TBC IDR per person (£TBC)
    Experience the thrill of the rapids. Enjoy an amazing ride, but don’t forget to paddle! Be sure to wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet.
  • Yoga Class - Ubud
    TBC IDR per person (£TBC)
    Relax with a class at one of Ubud's beautiful yoga studios. Stretch and hold poses in this gentle but effective form of exercise.
  • Organic Cooking Class - Ubud - 1h30m-2h
    TBC IDR per person (£TBC)
    Refine your culinary skills with a Balinese cooking class. Discover the secrets of delicious local cuisine and how to use exotic herbs and spices.

DAY 14
Ubud/Candi Dasa ~ Ashyana Candidasa Resort ~ Breakfast

• SUMMARY
  • Visit Kerta Gosa, the historic court of justice, before the journey to Candidasa, a superb beach location perfect for relaxing.
• SCHEDULE
  • Private Vehicle - Ubud to Candi Dasa - 1h30m-2h43km
    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
  • Kertha Gosa Visit - Ubud
    Explore the scenic site of Kerta Gosa, the ancient court of justice. Learn more about local history and check out the pavilion's elaborate ceiling paintings.
  • Free Time - Candi Dasa - Afternoon
    Explore the coast and legendary white sandy beaches of Candi Dasa. This is also the place for a massage or a yoga class. If you want history, go to the Tirta Gangga temple.
• OPTIONAL $$
  • Massage Candi - Dasa
    TBC IDR per person (£TBC)
    Relax and soothe sore muscles with a local massage.
  • Tirta Gangga Visit - Candi Dasa
    TBC IDR per person (£TBC)
    Wander the maze of pools and fountains surrounding the water palace at Tirta Gangga.

DAY 15
Candi Dasa ~ Ashyana Candidasa Resort ~ Breakfast

• SUMMARY
  • With more free time here, opt to visit the Tirta Gangga temple or the traditional village of Tenganan, go snorkelling, or relax on one of the secluded beaches along the coast.
    New travellers may join today for the Lombok portion of the adventure. You are welcome to join them at a group meeting this evening, followed by an optional dinner.
• SCHEDULE
  • Free Time - Candi Dasa - Full Day
    Use more free time here to make the most of this beach town.
• OPTIONAL $$
  • Tirta Gangga Visit - Candi Dasa
    TBC IDR per person (£TBC)
    Wander the maze of pools and fountains surrounding the water palace at Tirta Gangga.

DAY 16
Candi Dasa/Kuta ~ Puri Rinjani Bungalow ~ Breakfast

• SUMMARY
  • Take a local ferry to Lombok and visit a Sasak traditional village en route to Kuta.
    Arrive at the shores of Lombok and head to a traditional Sasak village. Meet the locals and learn more about their unique culture and way of life. Continue on to Kuta for the night.
• SCHEDULE
  • Ferry - Candi Dasa to Lembar - 6h
    Get to the next spot on your route aboard a ferry boat.
  • Private Vehicle - Lembar to Kuta - 1h30m 50km
    Stop to visit a Sasak village on the way.
  • Sasak Village Visit - Lembar
    Visit this village of farmers and weavers and discover their way of life. Listen to the history of the community as you wander the paths between the traditional homes.
• OPTIONAL $$
  • Nothing today

DAY 17
Kuta ~ Puri Rinjani Bungalow ~ Breakfast

• SUMMARY
  • Enjoy a full day exploring the area around Kuta. Opt for a surf lesson or visit one of the beautiful beaches nearby.
• SCHEDULE
  • Free Time - Kuta - Full Day
    Use more free time here to make the most of this beach town.
• OPTIONAL $$
  • Surf Lesson- Kuta
    48USD per person
    Ready to ride the waves? Head to scenic Seger beach for a morning surf lesson.

DAY 18 
Kuta/Senggigi ~ Puri Saron Hotel Senggigi Beach ~ Breakfast

• SUMMARY
  • Enjoy a spectacular drive through the middle of Lombok. Stop at the Tetebatu community to enjoy an easy trek led by a local guide. Explore the surrounding plantation to see rice cultivation and, weather permitting, views of Mt. Rinjani. Opt for a buffet lunch in the Tetebatu community before continuing on to visit the slopes of the Rinjani Volcano. Hike to a secluded waterfall and take a dip in the fresh water. Continue on to Senggigi for the night.
• SCHEDULE
  • Private Vehicle - Kuta to Tetebatu - 2h 60km
    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
  • Tetebatu Countryside Trek - Tetebatu - 2h
    Head out for a couple hours of easy trekking. Pass local homes and rice fields while learning more about the region.
  • Private Vehicle - Tetebatu to Batukliang - 1h20km
    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
  • Benang Kelambu Waterfall - Swim Batukliang - 30m-1h
    Enjoy a walk through the tropical forest and be rewarded by the beauty of the Benang Kelambu Waterfall and swim in its deep pool.
  • Private Vehicle - Batukliang to Senggigi - 2h-2h15m 60km
    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
• OPTIONAL $$
  • Nothing today

DAY 19
Senggigi/Gili Trawangan ~ Hotel Vila Ombak ~ Breakfast

• SUMMARY
  • This morning we head to the stunning Gili Islands. Once at the islands enjoy a half-day snorkelling trip and check out what's living under the sea.
    Drive to the coast and hop on a ferry to Gili and settle in for a few days on the islands. The Gilis are paradise incarnate with a tiny population, no cars, and gorgeous white-sand beaches.
  • Please note there is limited fresh water available on the Gilis and electricity is supplied by generators. Showers often use desalinated salt water and rooms are typically fan-cooled (no air conditioning).
• SCHEDULE
  • Private Vehicle - Senggigi to Bangsal - 45m24km
    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
  • Ferry - Bangsal to Gili Trawangan - 30m
    Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
  • Snorkelling Excursion - Gili Trawangan - 3h-4h
    Grab a mask and swim amongst the tropical fish. If you're lucky spot a turtle.
• OPTIONAL $$
  • Nothing today

DAY 20 
Gili Trawangan ~ Hotel Vila Ombak ~ Breakfast

• SUMMARY
  • Today is free for exploring. Opt to rent a bike and cycle around the island, visit the shopping area, or try some yoga.
• SCHEDULE
  • Free Time - Gili Trawangan - Half Day
    Get active or just chill out— the choice is yours.
  • Yoga - Gili Trawangan
    What's better than a relaxing yoga class in paradise? Get your om on in the Gilis.
• OPTIONAL $$
  • Nothing today

DAY 21
Gili Trawangan/Sanur ~ Swastika Bungalow ~ Breakfast

• SUMMARY
  • Travel back to Bali by boat for a final dinner and farewells.
    Spend the final evening with an optional dinner together, reflecting on the adventure under a beautiful Balinese sunset.
• SCHEDULE
  • Ferry - Gili Trawangan to Padangbai - 1h30m-2h 65km
    Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
  • Private Vehicle - Padangbai to Sanur1h-1h30m 40km
    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
  • Free Time - Sanur - Afternoon
    Enjoy a free afternoon to explore a bit of Sanur.
• OPTIONAL $$
  • Nothing today

DAY 22
Sanur ~ Breakfast

• SUMMARY
  • Depart at any time.