Java: Volcanoes, Vibes & Vibrant Nights

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Duration: 12 days

Begins: Jakarta

Ends: Pemuteran

Trip Code: AEJP

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    This is Java: backpacker energy, built-in crew. This trip kicks off in laid-back Bandung, where tea plantations, hot springs, and hidden waterfalls steal the show. Then lace up for the Ancestor Trail hike straight up Mt. Bromo for a sunrise that actually lives up to the hype. Swap hiking boots for dancing shoes and party the night away in Kuta. Indonesia's calling, you coming?
    Is this tour for me?
    Travel Style
    18-to-Thirtysomethings
    Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
    Service Level
    Basic
    Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.
    Physical Rating
    3 - Average
    Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
    Trip Type
    Small Group
    Age requirement
    12+
    All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
    What's Included
    • Your G for Good Moment: Ngadas Homestay, Desa Ngadas
    • Your G for Good Moment: Village Walk, Desa Ngadas
    • Your G for Good Moment: Ancestor Trail Trek, Desa Ngadas
    • Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
    • Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
    • Your Hands-On Moment: Surfing Lesson, Red Island
    • Bandung Orientation Walk
    • Ciater Tea Plantation, Hot Spring and Waterfall
    • Free Time in Yogyakarta
    • Mt Bromo Homestay
    • Ngadas Village Walk
    • Ancestor Trail Trek
    • Mount Bromo Crater Walk
    • Sunrise Walk to Mount Bromo Viewpoint
    • Surf Lesson in Red Island
    • Free time in Red Island
    • Free time in Pemuteran

    Allow USD105-140 for meals not included.

    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

    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.

    Free time:

    Yogyakarta

    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.

    Free time:

    Red Island

    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.

    Free time:

    Pemuteran

    Get out and explore the beautiful beaches of Bali.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 12 : Pemuteran

    Today, it’s time to say goodbye to your group of newfound friends as this tour comes to an end. Be sure to sneak in some last-minute photos and exchange social medias before you head on your way.

    Departure Day

    Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

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