Indonesia Adventure: Java & Bali

G Adventures · 21 days

4.8

20 Reviews

Duration

21 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Basic

Physical Rating

Average

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Now's the time to explore Java and Bali on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Pick up the pace in energetic Jakarta, chase some waterfalls in Ubud, and sit back and breathe it all in in Gili Trawangan.

Includes

Activities

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 G for Good Moment: Bali Community Training Lunch Program, Ubud Your G for Good Moment: Bulian Guesthouse Experience, Bulian Your G for Good Moment: Bulian Village Tour, Bulian 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 Your Big Night Out Moment: Kuta Dance Party, Kuta Your Foodie Moment: Bulian Cooking Class, Bulian Your Big Night Out Moment: Beach Celebration, Gili Trawangan
Orientation walk in Bandung
Entrance to Bromo Tengger Semeru NP
Mt Bromo crater walk
Sunrise hike to Mt Bromo viewpoint
Cooking class (Kubutambahan)
Gitgit waterfall visit
Monkey Forest visit
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

Hotel (15 nts), homestay (1 nts, twin-share), homestay ( 2 nts, multi-share), camp dorms (2 nts, multi-share)

20 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners

Transport

Private vehicle, local bus, local train, walking, ferry, boat.

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout. Trekking Guide through Cemoro Lewang.

Trip Details

Duration

21 days

Transportation

Private vehicle, local bus, local train, walking, ferry, boat.

Guide Language

English

Starts

Jakarta, Indonesia

Finishes

Gili Trawangan, Indonesia

Accommodations

Basic

Travel Style

18 - 39 Year Olds Only, Budget

Physical Rating

Average

Itinerary

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!

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - 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.Activity - Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.Accommodation - 1O1 URBAN Jakarta Thamrin Hotel

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.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Take an orientation walk led by your CEO to get your bearings of Bandung.Accommodation - Mutiara Hotel Bandung

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.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - 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.Accommodation - Mutiara Hotel Bandung

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.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.Accommodation - Hotel Indah Palace Yogyakarta

Day 5-6: 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.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and explore Yogyakarta and its surrounding attractions.Accommodation - Hotel Indah Palace Yogyakarta

Day 7: Yogyakarta/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.

Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - 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.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Ngadas Homestay

Day 8: Desa Ngadas/Bromo

Today's for reaching new heights. Start the day with a trek along the Ancestor Trail to Mt Bromo, led by a local guide trained through the G Adventures-supported capacity building program. Then get a chance to hike to the volcano's crater (and take some pictures!) before going on to the hotel.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - 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.Activity - 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.Activity - 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, and grasslands to reach the volcano, stopping for lunch near a cave en route.Accommodation - Bromo Permai Hotel

Day 9: Bromo/Red Island

Skip sleeping in today for a pre-dawn hike across the Sea of Sand to Mt Bromo, where you can catch a final glimpse of the moon before the sunrise. Stop to breathe it all in before you head to a beachside surf camp.

On your way to Mt Bromo, catch a breath and see the local Buddhist Tenggerese giving offerings to the Supreme God Hyang Widi Wasa.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - 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.Accommodation - Red Island Villa

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.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - 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 - Spend more time on the beach or explore the local village—the choice is yours.Accommodation - Red Island Villa

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.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Transport - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Free_time - Get out and explore the beautiful beaches of Bali.Accommodation - Rich Farmer House

Day 12: Pemuteran

No need to say goodbye to the beach just yet — it's another day of chilling out in Bali. If you'd like, break up the beachside naps with a snorkelling trip.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and explore coastal Bali, or enjoy a day lounging at the beach. The choice is yours!Accommodation - Rich Farmer House

Day 13: Pemuteran/Kuta

Take it easy this morning before we cross rich tropical jungle and idyllic rice fields on the ride to Kuta. Catch up on sleep on the drive over — you're going to need it for your big night out tonight. Spend the evening getting to know Legian Street, the legendary party street, then dance the night away!

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Enjoy some free time to explore Kuta.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Kuta is the perfect place to celebrate all the new exciting and humbling adventures you've just experienced with newfound friends. Cheers to keeping life interesting and dance the night away!Accommodation - The Rivavi Legian

Day 14: Kuta

Today, take it easy in beachside Kuta. Take a surf lesson (which you can book ahead of time), relax on the beach, or head to one of the nearby towns.

Tonight, take in the town's nightlife on the dancefloor or by the waves at a beachside bar.
Learn to surf by pre-booking the Half Day Surf Class extra when booking your tour.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Check out one of the area's beaches or opt for a full-day surf lesson.Accommodation - The Rivavi Legian

Day 15: Kuta/Bulian

It's off to Bulian today. Breathe in the beautiful scenery before stopping for lunch en route at the G Adventures supported Bali Community Training Lunch Program. Tonight, soak in the views and lush jungle vibes at a charming guesthouse, located in a Balinese village. Start your night by watching the sunset over the lush landscape.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - 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.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Bulian Homestay is a community run guesthouse, managed by a strong, dedicated woman of that village, who created an employment opportunity for other women and vulnerable youth of the community, with the hope of preserving their culture and preventing rural urban migration. By supporting this experience you will be directly impacting close to 50 people from the local community and indirectly impacting around 100 people living in the community. Bulian Homestay is a traditional Balinese Style house, converted into a comfortable guesthouse for travelers coming to this quaint village, around 2 hours from Ubud, Bali.Accommodation - Bulian Homestay

Day 16: Bulian

Get ready to liven up your tastebuds with a Balinese cooking lesson. After, you can trek around the village, visit a waterfall, swim in a natural spring, or stop by a nearby dragon fruit farm.

Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Enjoy free time in this charming Balinese village.Activity - Learn the unique history of this isolated village and why it's sometimes referred to as the "Lost Kingdom" or "The Land of Curse." We'll embark on a tour of the village and get to know the local people as you wander past plantations, schools, and temples. Dress in local clothing and prepare offerings made of leaves and flowers before heading to a spiritual ceremony where you meet a local priest.Activity - Learn how to cook local recipes during this immersive cooking class at the homestay, then enjoy your creations and a buffet dinner.Accommodation - Bulian Homestay

Day 17: Bulian/Ubud

This morning's free for you to explore or relax. Later, check out Ubud and visit the picturesque Gitgit Waterfall or Pura Taman Saraswati, a Balinese Hindu temple with stunning lotus ponds. Both spots are perfect for photo ops!

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Discover one of the island's most beautiful locales with a visit to Gitgit waterfall. Snap some photos at the viewpoint before heading down to the base of the falls. Chill out and enjoy the lush green surroundings and opt to take a dip in the blue water.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Free_time - Start exploring Ubud with a free evening.Free_time - Enjoy a morning at leisure to spend it however you'd like.Accommodation - MaxOne Hotel

Day 18: Ubud

Today is full of possibilities. Stop by the monkey forest, a sanctuary for the long-tailed Balinese monkey, before checking out more of Ubud.

Take a yoga class, relax with a massage, try babi guling (whole roast suckling pig), visit the holy springs of Tirta Empul to cleanse your body and spirit, and be sure to save some room for some delicious healthy eats — they're abundant here. Tonight, wrap up your time in Ubud with a traditional Kecak dance performance.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - 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.Free_time - Take advantage of this happening spot with free time. Opt to raft, cycle, take a cooking class, or chill out with some yoga.Accommodation - MaxOne Hotel

Day 19: Ubud/Gili Trawangan

It's off to the beautifully laid-back island of Gili Trawangan today. Slow it all down with relaxing at a beachfront bar, stopping for photos at the Gili Trawangan swing, and — best of all — enjoying walking around freely (the island doesn't allow motorized vehicles). The rest of the day is yours to explore.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Transport - Climb aboard and get your float on.Free_time - Relax on the beach or rent a bike and explore the island with some free time.Accommodation - Gili Amor Boutique Resort

Day 20: Gili Trawangan

Spend another day in paradise. Explore the island by bicycle, or just kick back on the beach. Don't forget to catch your last marvelous sunset of the trip on the west side of the island, before celebrating the end of an amazing journey with your fellow travellers for your big night out.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Chill out by the beach or opt for a snorkelling excursion with free time.Activity - Settle in to a laid-back beach bar and enjoy your last night out with new friends. Reminisce about your favourite life-changing adventures from the trip. Maybe go for a night swim, who knows, see where the night takes you.Accommodation - Gili Amor Boutique Resort

Day 21: Gili Trawangan

Today, it's time to say goodbye to your group of newfound friends as the tour ends. Be sure to sneak in some last-minute photos and cheers before you head on your way.
Want to take the hassle out of getting back to Bali? Book the Bali Express post-tour Extra. Speak to your Global Connection Officer or travel agent to book.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.

Exclusions

Flights to and from origin and destinations
Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
Recommended gratuities/tipping
Optional activities/tours
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.

Important Information

Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.

Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.

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AUD $2,210

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Offer ends 19 Mar, 2026 Per Person Standard

Duration: 21 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Average

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Customer Reviews

Overall Rating

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Guide

Excellent

4.5

Itinerary

Excellent

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Accommodations

Excellent

4.5

Transportation

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Tour Operator

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Food

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5.0

Barbara W.

Traveled, November 2023

12/26/2023

AmazinG Adventures shared with a group of like-minded people Almost everything pre-organized and due to that high level of comfort while traveling

4.0

Sarah S.

Traveled, November 2023

12/05/2023

Es war viel extra zu bezahlen und auch das vorgegebene Trinkgeld das zu zahlen war fand ich nicht in Ordnung, jeder sollte selbst so viel geben dŸrfen, wie man will. Die Zimmer waren nicht immer sauber und TŸren kaputt.

Tour Operator

G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.

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