Gems of Indonesia: From Bali to Java
Gems of Indonesia: From Bali to Java
Gems of Indonesia: From Bali to Java
12 Days
Visiting: Arrive In Ubud, Indonesia, Ubud, Ubud-Candidasa, Candidasa, Candidasa-Yogyakarta-Borobudur, Borobudur, Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta- Bromo, Bromo-Surabaya-Nusa Dua, Nusa Dua, Asia
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Tour code:
OB-2025
Tour Overview
When you think of Bali, do visions of white sands, blue seas, and balmy breezes come to mind? You’re not wrong, but this paradise of nature’s perfection is made even more beautiful by the warm welcomes and graceful treasures to be found in Indonesian cultures and traditions. Explore the palaces, temples, cliffs, and caves on this brilliant journey from Ubud to Nusa Dua and experience this feast for the soul for yourself on this Indonesian vacation in Bali. From the bold steps of Balinese dancers to the breathtaking sight of Mount Bromo’s volcanic landscape, you’ll also revel in the simple pleasures of ancient artistry and culinary traditions on this serene island sojourn where history and mystery are revealed with each extraordinary view.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Ubud,Indonesia
Location: Arrive In Ubud, Indonesia
Welcome to Ubud in the hills of beautiful Bali! Hotel check-in is available mid-afternoon.
ARRIVE IN UBUD, INDONESIA Paradise Found Welcome to Ubud in the hills of beautiful Bali! Hotel check-in is available mid-afternoon.
Day 2: Ubud
Location: Ubud
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
UBUD A Royal Welcome Today, join one of the Royal family members on a [LF] tour of Puri Sukawati, a palace significant to the Balinese regal legacy. Tonight, join your Tour Director for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (B,L,D)LOCAL FAVORITECULTURE & TRADITION Learn about Bali’s rich cultural history at Puri and enjoy a performance of traditional Balinese dance. A professional chef from the Royal family will show you the arts of Balinese cuisine during your cooking class for a sumptuous lunch.
Day 3: Ubud
Location: Ubud
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Start your day with a fascinating performance of Barong dance. Then, stop at the village of Mas, known for its wood carvings, and the village of Celuk, a center for Balinese silver. Visit Bunung Kawi, a Hindu temple complex comprised of 10 rock-cut shrines (candi) carved into the cliff face. Continue to the village of Kintamani for views of Mount Batur. Last stop is Goa Gajah, often referred to as the Elephant Cave.
UBUD Spirited Dances & Dramatic Shrines Start your day with a fascinating performance of Barong dance. Then, stop at the village of Mas, known for its wood carvings, and the village of Celuk, a center for Balinese silver. Visit Bunung Kawi, a Hindu temple complex comprised of 10 rock-cut shrines (candi) carved into the cliff face. Continue to the village of Kintamani for views of Mount Batur. Last stop is Goa Gajah, often referred to as the Elephant Cave. (B,L)TOUR HIGHLIGHTNATURAL WONDERS Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant overlooking Mount Batur, an active volcano that sits alongside Lake Batur.
Day 4: Ubud-Candidasa
Location: Ubud-Candidasa
Meals Included: Breakfast
Tour the town of Ubud. Then, drive to Candidasa, a seaside town on the eastern coast of Bali.
UBUD-CANDIDASA Balinese Art & Ancestry Tour the town of Ubud. Then, drive to Candidasa, a seaside town on the eastern coast of Bali. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTTIMELESS TRADITIONS Your tour of Ubud starts with Neka Art Museum, displaying a collection of art inspired by the beauty and culture of Bali. Then, visit the Threads of Life Indonesian Textile Arts Center, followed by Ubud Art Market. Finish your tour of Ubud at the Royal Palace where the local royal family still reside.
Day 5: Candidasa
Location: Candidasa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
See the sights of Candidasa by [LF] vintage Volkswagen. Enjoy the evening at leisure.
CANDIDASA Rice Paddies, Palaces & Palms See the sights of Candidasa by [LF] vintage Volkswagen. Enjoy the evening at leisure. (B,L)LOCAL FAVORITECULTURAL GEMS Enjoy scenic views of rice paddies and Mt Agung from the back of your vintage VW before arriving Puri Agung, the Palace of Amlapura. Continue to Lontar Museum and try your hand at the ancient skill of inscribing a palm leaf manuscript (lontar). Then, visit the Tirta Gangga Water Palace, and its sister site Taman Ujung Water Palace, where you’ll enjoy lunch in the waterside pavilion.
Day 6: Candidasa-Yogyakarta-Borobudur
Location: Candidasa-Yogyakarta-Borobudur
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, transfer to Denpasar for your flight to Yogyakarta. Transfer to your hotel in Borobudur.
CANDIDASA-YOGYAKARTA-BOROBUDUR On the Move This morning, transfer to Denpasar for your flight to Yogyakarta. Transfer to your hotel in Borobudur. (B)
Day 7: Borobudur
Location: Borobudur
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today, visit the impressive Borobudur Temple Complex, then head to Candirejo, a peaceful village surrounded by plantations and lush scenery. Before lunch at a local restaurant, enjoy a demonstration of Indonesian Gamelan music.
BOROBUDUR Temples & Tasty Traditions Today, visit the impressive Borobudur Temple Complex, then head to Candirejo, a peaceful village surrounded by plantations and lush scenery. Before lunch at a local restaurant, enjoy a demonstration of Indonesian Gamelan music. (B,L)TOUR HIGHLIGHTEPIC SIGHTS With more than 500 Buddha statues, the temple complex at Borobudur is the largest single Buddhist monument in the world and UNESCO World Heritage site. Two million stone blocks were used in its construction.
Day 8: Borobudur,Yogyakarta
Location: Borobudur, Yogyakarta
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning, learn the [LF] art of kris making, then visit Kraton, the Sultan Palace of Yogyakarta. Continue to Prambanan Temple, the largest Hindu temple in the country and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy a performance of the Ramayana ballet in the temple.
BOROBUDUR–YOGYAKARTA Swords, Sultans & Dance Steps This morning, learn the [LF] art of kris making, then visit Kraton, the Sultan Palace of Yogyakarta. Continue to Prambanan Temple, the largest Hindu temple in the country and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy a performance of the Ramayana ballet in the temple. (B,L,D)LOCAL FAVORITE LEGENDARY ARTISTRY The kris is an asymmetrical dagger with distinctive blade patterning that has been produced in Indonesia for centuries. It is used for display, weapons, ceremonial dress, or symbol of social status or heroism. Meet with a kris maker who shows you all about forging the weapon as well as the rituals associated with it.
Day 9: Yogyakarta- Bromo
Location: Yogyakarta- Bromo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Journey by train through volcano-dotted terrain to Mojokerto. From here, travel by coach through classic Javanese scenery to Bromo.
YOGYAKARTA- BROMO Scenic Sojourn Journey by train through volcano-dotted terrain to Mojokerto. From here, travel by coach through classic Javanese scenery to Bromo. (B)
Day 10: Bromo-Surabaya-Nusa Dua
Location: Bromo-Surabaya-Nusa Dua
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start early with a morning visit to Mount Bromo. From here, you can take in unobstructed views over the active crater and the Tengger massif. Enjoy a late al fresco breakfast in the magical landscape of Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park. Later, transfer to Surabaya for your flight to Denpasar. Upon arrival back in Bali, transfer to your hotel in Nusa Dua.
BROMO-SURABAYA-NUSA DUA Magical Mount Bromo Start early with a morning visit to Mount Bromo. From here, you can take in unobstructed views over the active crater and the Tengger massif. Enjoy a late al fresco breakfast in the magical landscape of Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park. Later, transfer to Surabaya for your flight to Denpasar. Upon arrival back in Bali, transfer to your hotel in Nusa Dua. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTNATURAL WONDERS Reigning over the magical landscapes of East Java, Indonesia, Mount Bromo looms large as one of the world’s the most famous and active volcanoes. Part of the Tengger Massif, this complex of several volcanoes creates stunningly surreal and breathtaking landscapes.
Day 11: Nusa Dua
Location: Nusa Dua
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
The morning is yours to enjoy this beachside town and your resort. This afternoon, travel to the southernmost tip of Bali to visit Uluwatu Temple. Here, enjoy dinner as you witness a traditional display of Kecak dance.
NUSA DUA Dinner Dances The morning is yours to enjoy this beachside town and your resort. This afternoon, travel to the southernmost tip of Bali to visit Uluwatu Temple. Here, enjoy dinner as you witness a traditional display of Kecak dance. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDS & LORE One of seven sea temples that form a “chain” around the island, Uluwatu Temple stands some 230 feet atop a dramatic clifftop as a revered and ancient site for its protection of Hindu islanders from evil spirits since 900 AD.
Day 12: Nusa Dua
Location: Nusa Dua
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning.
NUSA DUA Safe travels until we meet again! Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
UNESCO Sites
Borobudur Temple|Prambanan Temple
Accommodation
Ubud:The Westin Resort & Spa UbudCandidasa:Candi Beach ResortBorobudur:Plataran Heritage Borobudur Yogyakarta:Tentrem Hotel Yogyakarta Bromo:Plataran Bromo Nusa Dua:Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa
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