Indonesia 360°: Java, Bali & the Gili Islands, with a Bromo Sunrise

Route: Jakarta→Yogyakarta→Mount Bromo→Banyuwangi→Ubud→Seminyak→Gili Trawangan→Lombok→Jakarta

1. 1Day 1Welcome to Indonesia!Overnight: Jakarta

   • Check-in: our adventure begins in Jakarta

     Roundtrip flights or transportation to reach the destination are not included in the package, so you can decide from where and when you want to leave! This gives you complete freedom of choice to adjust your travel itinerary to your needs.

     Our trip starts with the hotel check-in in Jakarta, and then it's time for food!

     • First taste of Indonesia: we'll be able to try out some specialties of the local cuisine.

     • Getting to know each other: the best way to get ready for an amazing adventure together.

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2. 2Day 2Java: Yogyakarta and the Borobudur templeOvernight: Yogyakarta

   • Discover Yogyakarta

     This morning our first transfer awaits!

     • Flight to central Java: an internal flight takes us to the central part of the island of Java.

     • First stop, Yogyakarta: once at the accommodation, we're ready to kick off our adventure among the Indonesian islands.

   • Prambanan and Borobudur

     Two temples, two faiths, one day: it takes a while to explore them, but it's worth it!

     • Among the temples of Prambanan: Prambanan is a Hindu temple complex that stretches for miles. We visit it up to the Shiva temple, the greatest Hindu monument in Indonesia, followed by the Brahma temple and Vishnu temple, a must too.

     • On to Borobudur: not far from Prambanan stands the magnificent Borobudur, the world's largest Buddhist temple. Built in the 9th century, it's one of the world's most valuable treasures.

     In the 1970's Borobudur became a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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3. 3Day 3On the road in East JavaOvernight: Mount Bromo

   • Minivan ride to Mount Bromo

     Rise and shine, WeRoaders: we have some traveling to do!

     • By minivan to Mount Bromo: we get in our minivan to reach Mount Bromo, where tomorrow we'll see one of the most wonderful sunrises ever.

     • Lunch on the road: a lunch break along the way to grab a quick bite and stretch our legs.

     • Dinner and early to bed: we continue to our accommodation near Mount Bromo for dinner, then early to bed: the alarm is set for 2 in the morning. Yes, you read that right, but it'll be worth it!

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4. 4Day 4Enjoy a breathtaking sunrise on Mount BromoOvernight: Banyuwangi

   • Sunrise on the volcano, then Banyuwangi

     Get up, sleepyheads! The alarm goes off at 2am, so let's put on some warm clothes: it's quite cold. Here's how the morning goes:

     • By jeep almost to the top: a jeep takes us almost to the top of the mountain in less than 30 minutes.

     • Last stretch on foot: more or less half an hour of easy walking, and guess what? The sun is rising!

     • Sunrise over Mount Bromo: we watch Mount Bromo slowly light up, a magic moment in contact with nature.

     • Transfer to Banyuwangi: back to base camp, then on to our next stop, Banyuwangi. Plenty of time to rest during the transfer: another early alarm awaits!

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5. 5Day 5From Java to Bali: discovering a new islandOvernight: Ubud

   • Kawah Ijen: acid lake and blue flames

     Another early wake-up call to climb the Ijen volcano, famous for two unique peculiarities: the largest acid lake in the world and the blue will-o'-the-wisps!

     • Up to the top: getting to the top of the volcano is not difficult, but the second part of the route is much more demanding.

     • Down into the crater? We can venture down into the crater to reach the acid lake and admire the surreal wisps of blue flame and the sulphurous fumes rising from the depths. If we're brave enough to go into the heart of the volcano, we'll be rewarded: the dawn here has a completely different colour!

     Going down, the path is hard to see because of the lake gases, so we wear masks. If you think it's too difficult, the descent is optional.

   • Arriving in Bali

     Back at the starting point, we can grab our backpacks and set off to Bali.

     • Minivan and ferry to Bali: first a minivan, then a ferry towards the most famous Indonesian island.

     • Temple or waterfalls? After regaining some strength, we can decide how to spend our morning: the famous Ulun Danu Beratan temple, or a swim in the Git Git waterfalls?

     • Evening in Ubud: in the evening we arrive in Ubud, where we can begin to relax, maybe with a nice massage!

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6. 6Day 6Ubud: Monkey ForestOvernight: Ubud

   • Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary

     This morning we visit a rainforest oasis on the edge of Ubud.

     • At the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary: a wonderful and bizarre temple, full of statues of animals and mythological creatures.

   • Relaxing afternoon

     We spend the rest of the day relaxing, our way. A few ideas:

     • Fancy some yoga? Ubud is one of the world capitals for yoga and spirituality: what better place to take a class?

     • Or a cooking class? Another way to spend the afternoon is a cooking class.

     • A walk among the rice fields? We can also take a walk among the rice fields: if we're not too tired, the surroundings of the city are full of forests, temples and waterfalls.

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7. 7Day 7From Ubud to Seminyak: a relaxing day!Overnight: Seminyak

   • Bali Beach Club

     Today's all about chilling and exploring, and we call the shots.

     • At our beach club: our own beach club perks include drinks, snacks and towels, no stress! Balinese beaches are famous for their nightlife.

     • Yoga, temples or photos? Fancy yoga, temple hopping, or finding that Insta-worthy spot? We've got time!

     • On to Seminyak: later, we roll into Seminyak by private van, ready for a night out.

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8. 8Day 8Kuta, between beach life and nightlifeOvernight: Seminyak

   • Surf and sunset

     Welcome to Kuta, a little surfer's paradise! There's more than one way to spend the day:

     • Ready to surf? We can put our swimsuits on and surf the waves: it won't be too difficult, even if it's our very first try.

     • Not feeling like surfing? If we'd rather not, we can take it easy and spend the day relaxing on the beach until sunset.

     • Sunset cocktail: at sunset, a nice cocktail overlooking the sea on comfy beanbags.

     • Balinese cocktails and dancing: we get started with a few Balinese cocktails (we suggest the typical Arak) and then let's cut some shapes!

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9. 9Day 9Sea, relax and trekking: time to visit the Gili IslandsOvernight: Gili Trawangan

   • Paradise on earth

     After three days in Bali, some transfers take us to the archipelago of the Gili Islands, with endless white beaches and bright blue waters. Once there, we can decide what to do:

     • Sun or sea? Enjoy the sun and relax on the beach all day, or go snorkeling or scuba diving.

     • Fancy the jungle? If we feel adventurous, there's also a trek in the jungle.

     We stay at the beach till late to see a different side of the Gili Islands: the chiringuitos invite us to enjoy some cocktails and dance barefoot on the sand all night long. Cheers!

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10. 10Day 10Gili Islands: time to discover the coral reefs of TrawanganOvernight: Gili Trawangan

    • Relax and fun

      Time to enjoy the beautiful Gilis: three small islands that attract travellers from all over the world.

      • Coral reefs of Gili Trawangan: let's explore the tropical coral reefs in Gili Trawangan.

      • Something more unique? If you're looking for something different, on Gili Meno we can swim among the underwater sculptures and take the most epic travel photos.

      • Beach time: then we spend the rest of the day on the beach, relaxing in this peaceful place.

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11. 11Day 11A day in Lombok: time to enjoy Senggigi beach one last timeOvernight: Lombok

    • Last day on the beach

      That's the last day on the beach between Gili and Lombok, so let's make the best of it!

      • One last swim at the Gilis: in the morning there's still time to swim in the crystal clear waters of the Gilis.

      • Afternoon in Lombok: we move to Lombok and enjoy a beach just off the tourist trails, in silence and relaxation.

      • Sunset on Senggigi beach: we stay at the beach until late so we can enjoy our last sunset on Senggigi beach!

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12. 12Day 12Back to JakartaOvernight: Jakarta

    • The capital

      Today we fly back to Jakarta, trying not to think too much about the ocean we left behind.

      • Relax or explore? We can have a relaxing afternoon in the hotel, or we can spend some time visiting the city highlights and buying some souvenirs to take home.

      • Last evening together: here we are, at the end of our trip: tonight we share our favourite memories of the last 12 days!

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