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11 Days
From AUD $5865
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Light

Rating


(17 reviews)

Premium Java and Bali

Premium Java and Bali

Intrepid Travel · 11 days
Duration

11 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Unknown

Physical Rating

Light

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

From the fervent pace of Jakarta to the back alleys of Ubud, the islands of Bali and Java are Indonesia’s most celebrated duo – a treasure trove of beautiful beaches, rolling hills and dynamic cities.

Includes

Meals: Breakfasts (10), Lunch (3), Dinner (4)
Accommodation: Hotel (8 nights), Feature Stay (2 nights)

Highlights

  • Spend two nights at your Feature Stay in Yogyakarta – the Royal Ambarrukmo Hotel – which is part of the Royal Palace Yogyakarta complex. Uncover the rich history at this former royal residence and gardens.
  • Board a private yacht and take in Bali’s breathtaking southern coastline around Nusa Dua and the Bukit Peninsula as you watch the sunset and enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner.
  • Discover Java and Bali’s culture and traditions during Signature Experiences like a storytelling lunch with a restaurant owner in Jakarta and a purification blessing at a waterfall in an off-the-beaten-track village.
  • Climb Borobudur for panoramic sunset views from this UNESCO World Heritage-listed 9th-century Buddhist temple. Soak up the tranquil atmosphere, then have dinner just outside the temple’s grounds.
  • Learn about local life during village visits – stroll through rice fields, see handmade jewellery and crafts and whip up local specialties at an authentic cooking class.
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Trip Details

Duration

11 days

Transportation

Private Vehicle, Train, Boat, Plane

Guide Language

English

Starts

Jakarta, Indonesia

Finishes

Sanur, Indonesia

Accommodations

Unknown

Travel Style

Explorer, Budget

Physical Rating

Light

Itinerary

1
Day 1: Jakarta
Selamat datang! Welcome to Indonesia. You’ll be met by a local representative at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm in Jakarta. If you arrive early, why not check out some of Jakarta's museums, like the Wayang (puppetry), Seni Rupa Dan Keramik (fine arts) and maritime museums. For city monuments, don't miss Si Jagur – an old Portuguese cannon ornately decorated with a disguised meaning, or the Monas (National Monument) dedicated to the spirit of the Indonesian people. After the meeting tonight, join your group for an authentic Indonesian dinner at a restaurant housed in a Dutch mansion.

Included Activities:

  • Jakarta - Welcome Dinner
  • Complimentary Arrival Transfer

Accommodation:

  • Ashley Newair Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
2
Day 2: Jakarta
Familiarise yourself with the city on a full-day tour with your expert local leader. Take in Sunda Kelapa port – where the Dutch first landed – temple-filled Chinatown, the old town of Batavia and wander around Fatahillah Square. Enjoy lunch at a Chinese restaurant that has been serving some of the city’s best and most authentic food for more than a century. Learn the story behind the restaurant and its cuisine during a Signature Experience – a storytelling session with the owner. After lunch, explore the religious history of the city at Cathedral Church and Istiqlal Mosque – the largest mosque in South East Asia.

Included Activities:

  • Jakarta - Storytelling Lunch
  • Jakarta - City tour

Accommodation:

  • Ashley Newair Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
3
Day 3: Borobudur
Catch an early morning train to Yogyakarta, then head north to your accommodation for the night near Borobudur Temple. Check in and settle into your room. Later this afternoon, you’ll head to the Manohara Borobudur Culture Centre to gear up for your climb up Borobudur Temple. You’ll receive a flashlight and a pair of upanat – special sandals made from pandan leaves and coconut shells, designed to help protect the temple’s stones from damage. Meet your local guide, then begin the climb up to the 9th level of this UNESCO World Heritage-listed Buddhist temple. From the top, you’ll get a view of the temple and its surrounds basking in the glow of the sunset. Pause to reflect and revel in the peaceful ambience, then begin your descent and return to the Cultural Centre for dinner. After, return to your accommodation for the night.

Included Activities:

  • Borobudur – Temple Tour at Sunset with Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Plataran Heritage Borobudur or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
4
Day 4: Yogyakarta
Have breakfast with views of the tranquil rice fields surrounding your hotel this morning, then transfer to Candirejo Village, where you’ll join a local guide for a walking tour and exclusive agrotourism visit. Learn about the tumpangsari farming system and try your hand at playing traditional gamelan music. Have a traditional snack and brown sugar tea, then join your group for lunch under a pendopo (gazebo). After, transfer to Yogyakarta and check into your Feature Stay for the next two nights – the Royal Ambarrukmo Hotel, located on the grounds of the historic Yogyakarta Royal Palace and Gardens. The rest of your evening is free – there’s the option to watch a traditional performance of Ramayana ballet at the Pura Wisata Ampitheatre.

Included Activities:

  • Magelang - Candirejo Village Visit

Optional Activities:

  • Ramayana Ballet Performance at Pura Wisata - Free

Accommodation:

  • Royal Ambarrukmo Hotel (Feature Stay) or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
5
Day 5: Yogyakarta
This morning after breakfast, hop on a becak (cycle rickshaw) for a tour of the local market – discover the heritage of Kotagede, renowned for its exceptional silver art and cuisine, and maybe pick up a snack or some souvenirs. Then, dive into the ancient textile art of Batik with a hands-on class in a local village – you’ll learn how to draw with wax on cloth and create your own keepsake to take home. Next, visit Prambanan – a 10th-century Hindu temple on the outskirts of Yogyakarta. This UNESCO World Heritage-listed site is the largest Hindu complex on Java. Set in a tranquil park, it’s a great spot for a stroll along the river and some photo ops.

Included Activities:

  • Yogyakarta - Kota Gede Neighbourhood Becak Tour
  • Yogyakarta - Batik Making Experience
  • Yogyakarta – Prambanan Temple Tour

Accommodation:

  • Royal Ambarrukmo Hotel (Feature Stay) or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
6
Day 6: Ubud
After breakfast, fly from Yogyakarta to Bali. When you arrive, drive to your accommodation in Ubud for the next three nights, surrounded by rainforest and rice paddies. Ubud is Bali's centre of arts and culture – a thriving hub of markets, shops and warungs (small, family-owned businesses), close to rice terraces and lush jungles. Tonight, you might like to attend a fire dance performance at the temple or browse the lively Gianyar Night Market.

Optional Activities:

  • Ubud - Kecak Dance Performance - Free

Accommodation:

  • Adiwana Bisma or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
7
Day 7: Ubud
It’s a very early start today – you’ll wake up at 4 am to head to Mt Batur before sunrise. It’s worth the early wake-up call – on a clear morning, it's possible to see all the way across the Lombok Strait to the peaks of Lombok's Mt Rinjani. Sit down to a delicious breakfast spread complete with a glass of prosecco and take in the memorable mountain views. After, you’ll visit the village of Undisan, where you’ll join a local guide for a tour of the rice fields. Learn how the Balinese use herbal plants to treat different health conditions and browse homemade jewellery and handicrafts. Then it’s time to roll up your sleeves for a Balinese cooking class where you’ll learn how to make local specialties and tuck into a tasty lunch. After a day filled with adventure, tonight is free for you to sit back, relax and enjoy your beautiful hotel to the fullest.

Included Activities:

  • Undisan - Village Tour with Cooking Class
  • Mount Batur - Sunrise Breakfast with Prosecco

Accommodation:

  • Adiwana Bisma or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
8
Day 8: Ubud
After a free day – perhaps spent relaxing by the pool – you’ll join Balinese royalty for dinner at one of the exquisite royal palaces of Ubud. Of course, you’ll have to look your best, so an appropriate traditional outfit will be provided for you to wear. Immerse yourself in the stories shared by a member of the royal family as they explain royal cultural traditions and provide an insight into royal family life. You’ll also watch an intricate and culturally significant Legong dance – a special performance that’s one of the most famous in the royal court.

Included Activities:

  • Ubud - Royal Dinner with Legong Dance Performance

Accommodation:

  • Adiwana Bisma or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
9
Day 9: Sanur
Travel to Griya Beji Waterfall today for a Signature Experience – a purification ceremony with a local priest. At this secluded waterfall, the priest will guide you through the steps of the ceremony known to locals as ‘melukat’. Soak up the sense of healing and relaxation as you enter a canyon hidden in a cave, then continue to the waterfall. Later today, you’ll travel to Sanur – a seaside town in the south of Bali. When you arrive, you'll have some free time to relax on the beach or at the hotel. Tonight, maybe head out to one of Sanur’s best restaurants with your group – your local leader will have all the best recommendations.

Included Activities:

  • Ubud – Waterfall Purification Ceremony

Accommodation:

  • El Hotel Sanur or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
10
Day 10: Sanur
Today is free for you to enjoy Sanur however you like. Maybe drop into a local warung for lunch, sign up for a surf lesson, take a trip to Tanah Lot Temple or shop along Jalan Danau Tamblingan. This afternoon, you’ll celebrate the final night of your trip in style – board a private yacht and take in Bali’s breathtaking southern coastline around Nusa Dua and the Bukit Peninsula as you set sail for one final adventure. Raise a glass and have a barbecue dinner on board as you watch the sunset – here’s to a trip well-travelled!

Included Activities:

  • Bukit Peninsula - Sunset Dinner Cruise

Accommodation:

  • El Hotel Sanur or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
11
Day 11: Sanur
With no further activities planned, your trip comes to an end after breakfast. If you'd like to spend more time in Sanur, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time to organise additional accommodation.
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.
AUD $5,865
(Tour only)
Per Person Twin Share

Duration: 11 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Light

From the fervent pace of Jakarta to the back alleys of Ubud, the islands of Bali and Java are Indonesia’s most celebrated duo – a treasure trove of beautiful beaches, rolling hills and dynamic cities.

Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 21 Mar 2027

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
Excellent
4.5
Guide
Excellent
4.5
Itinerary
Excellent
4.5
Accommodations
Excellent
4.5
Transportation
Excellent
4.5
Tour Operator
Excellent
4.5
Food
Excellent
4.5
4.5
Ruth
Traveled, December 2023

12/24/2023

A fantastic way to see different aspects of Indonesia. We particularly enjoyed Yogyakarta. Our guide was fantastic and the hotels and activities were first class.

4.5
Jason
Traveled, November 2023

12/03/2023

I’m so glad that my first organised tour was with Intrepid and Maman because of the great experience I’ll do it again, Regards Jason Hall

Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.

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