Day 1 : Jakarta
Arrive at any time.
For your first night out with the group and CEO, visit a local favourite Jakarta restaurant. Get to know your fellow travellers over drinks and local delicacies as you take in the bustling capital. Have a toast to new adventures and friends!
Meet Your CEO and Group
1h
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.
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.
Day 2 : Jakarta/Bandung
Ride to Bandung and let the scenery guide you to some serenity. Tea plantations, waterfalls, and hot springs —this side of paradise is looking mighty fine.
Private Vehicle
Jakarta - Bandung 4h 150km
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Bandung Orientation Walk
Bandung
Take an orientation walk led by your CEO to get your bearings of Bandung.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 3 : Bandung
Spend the day with your group Ciater Tea Plantation to learn how tea is made, then walk to a waterfall nearby and relax in the hot springs.
Ciater Tea Plantation, Hot Spring and Waterfall
Bandung
Located on the hills of Mount Tangkuban Perahu is the scenic Ciater Tea Plantation. Spend the day here touring the tea plantation, hiking to a waterfall and relaxing in hot springs.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 4 : Bandung/Yogyakarta
Watch the world go by on a scenic train ride to Yogyakarta. Once you arrive, and if you're not feeling too beat, check out Sosrowijayan and Prawirotaman Streets for unwinding with drinks and local eats.
Train
Bandung - Yogyakarta
Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Enjoy the rest of the day free to relax or explore Yogyakarta.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 5 : Yogyakarta
There's more to discover in Yogyakarta today! See some Javanese temples, bike to rice paddies on the outskirts of the city, try street food like gudeg (curry made from unripe jackfruit), or soak in the last rays of sun at the stunning Buddhist Borobudur temple complex — and make sure you don't forget your camera.
Free time:
Yogyakarta Full day
Get out and explore Yogyakarta and its surrounding attractions.
Optional Activities - Day 5
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.
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.
Kota Gede Visit
Yogyakarta
Shop (or window shop) for a stunning hand-beaten bowl. If silver is more your thing, you can find fine silver filigree within this historical district known for its impressive silver work.
Wayang Kulit Shadow Puppet Show
Yogyakarta
Get a taste of Indonesian theatre with a twist and enjoy a traditional shadow puppet show. These puppets are made with leather and chiselled with precision.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 6 : Yogyakarta
Another free day in Yogyakarta means another day to connect with it's perfect blend of rich heritage and vibrant street life. Spend today seeing whats left on your "Yogyakarta bucket list." Maybe start at the magnificent Kraton (Sultan's Palace) and the mysterious subterranean mosque at Taman Sari Water Castle. In the evening, opt to explore the bustling energy of Malioboro Street for incredible local street food and souvenir shopping.
Free time:
Yogyakarta Full day
Get out and explore "Jogja" as the locals call it.
Optional Activities - Day 6
Kraton Palace Visit
Yogyakarta
Take in the royal splendour of this impressive 18th century palace, built by the Sultans of Yogya. Kraton is one of the finest examples of Javanese palace architecture and is essentially a walled city -- it has its own market, schools, and even mosques.
Taman Sari Water Castle Visit
Yogyakarta
Enjoy a visit to this castle built in the 18th century as a pleasure park for the Sultan. Check out the intricately carved gates and the bathing complex and tower, from where the Sultan would watch his concubines frolicking in the water.
Malioboro Street
Yogyakarta
Walk along this 1.5 km street to immerse yourself in the pulsing heart of Yogyakarta. From Yogyakarta Tugu Station to the Sultan's Palace (Kraton), shop through night markets, try tasty street food and experience the real "Jogja" as the locals call this great city.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 7 : Yogyakarta/Desa Ngadas
Take the scenic route to Ngadas via private vehicle. Here, you'll spend the evening at a local G Adventures-supported community homestay.
Get a taste of local culture with a home-cooked dinner and time with a community leader to learn about the region's unique customs and history.
Private Vehicle
Yogyakarta - Malang 8h 400km
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Private Vehicle
Malang - Desa Ngadas 1h 35km
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Ngadas Homestay
Desa Ngadas
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.
Meals Included:
Breakfast | Dinner
Day 8 : Desa Ngadas/Bromo
Today's for reaching new heights. Start the day with a village walk then trek along the Ancestor Trail to Mt Bromo, led by a local guide trained through the G Adventures-supported capacity building program. Take a jeep ride after lunch to start the hike to the volcano's crater (and take some pictures!) before going to the hotel.
Village Walk
Desa Ngadas 1h 2km
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.
Ancestor Trail Trek
Desa Ngadas - Gunung Bromo 2h30m 6km
Follow the historic route the villagers of Ngadas once used to make pilgrimage to Mt Bromo and pay their respects to the gods. Trek about 10km through farmland, forest, grasslands, and the sea of sand to reach the volcano, stopping for lunch near a cave en route.
Mount Bromo Crater Walk
Gunung Bromo 1h30m - 2h 2km
Walk to the famed crater of Mount Bromo, part of the Tengger Calder, the largest volcanic range in the area. A distinct site, the volcano blew its top off completely and is constantly smouldering with white smoke.
Meals Included:
Breakfast | Lunch
Day 9 : Bromo/Red Island
Skip sleeping in today for a pre-dawn walk to Mt Bromo, where you can catch a final glimpse of the moon and stars before the golden sunrise. Stop to breathe it all in before you head to a beachside surf camp on Red Island.
Sunrise Walk to Mount Bromo Viewpoint
Gunung Bromo 0h30m
Head out before dawn to visit the viewpoint for magnificent Mt Bromo (2,392m), one of the most spectacular sights in Indonesia. 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.
Private Vehicle
Bromo - Red Island 8h 274km
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 10 : Red Island
Wake up and catch a wave on a morning surf lesson, then take the rest of the day to explore the nearby fishing village, surf some more, or rest easy in a beachside hammock.
Surfing Lesson
Red Island
Grab your swimsuit and get ready to hang ten! Learn how to find and ride the waves with surfing lessons from local experts. Enjoy the fresh sea air, and try to spot local marine life while enjoying the waters.
Spend more time on the beach or explore the local village—the choice is yours.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 11 : Red Island/Pemuteran
Head back to Bali for a chill day of relaxing on the beach. Sit back, grab a drink, and soak up some sunshine. This is the place for it.
Private Vehicle
Red Island - Ketapang 1h30m - 2h 75km
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Ferry
Ketapang - Gilimanuk 1h30m
Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
Private Vehicle
Gilimanuk - Pemuteran 0h45m 31km
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Get out and explore the beautiful beaches of Bali.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 12 : Pemuteran/Ubud
Drive to Ubud. There is always something to discover in this whimsical town. Today is yours to explore however you’d like.
Enjoy a free day in Ubud!
Private Vehicle
Pemuteran - Ubud 3h 120km
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Acommodation
Pande Permai Bungalow
Optional Activities - Day 12
North Ubud Bike Tour
Ubud
See the beauty of Ubud from the seat of bicycle just outside the hustle and bustle of the city. Ride through rice terraces, sacred temples, and traditional Balinese communities. The tour ends at a local family's home where we will get to enjoy a traditional homemade lunch.
Medahan Village Happy Local Family Adventure
Ubud
Drive to Medahan Village and enjoy a welcome from the local villages complete with Balinese cake and tea. Take a walking tour of the village, visiting the traditional market, temples, rice paddies and spring. After working up an appetite, sit down for a delicious local lunch before returning to your hotel.
Acommodation
Pande Permai Bungalow
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 13 : Ubud
With seemingly never-ending things to do in Ubud, choose to spend it how you want! Choose between incredible local experiences like a Balinese Spiritual tour at Widya Guna Foundation, a cooking class at G for Good PKP Community, a bike tour through the rice terraces or an experience with a local family! The choice is yours!
Today is another free day to explore all that this incredible place has to offer!
Acommodation
Pande Permai Bungalow
Optional Activities - Day 13
Visit Widya Guna Foundation, a G for Good support project to learn how to make traditional Indonesian prayer offerings. Then visit some of Bali's holiest sites like Gunung Kawi Temple, the tomb of the king. Then visit Tirta Empul spring water temple for a holy bath before returning to Widya Guna Foundation for lunch.
Cooking Class with PKP Community Project
Ubud
Visit the G Adventures-supported project PKP Community. We'll be greeted with a homemade cup of herbal tea while meeting the community members. Visit the garden to collect some of the fresh produce used to make the meal then cook alongside the women of PKP. Together we'll make and enjoy 3 delicious dishes.
Acommodation
Pande Permai Bungalow
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 14 : Ubud
Depart at any time.
Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
