Indonesia · South East Asia
Trip code: JVExotic Java and Bali
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Exotic Java and Bali
Trip highlights
Why we love this trip
YogyakartaExplore the cultural heartland of Java and tantalise your tastebuds on a food tour
Mount BromoWitness a spectacular sunrise from the peaks of surrounding volcanoes
UbudWalk and ride through rice paddies and stop for snacks at a local family home
Combine the highlights of Java and Bali with our Discover Bali, Flores and Komodo Islands tour
Day by day
Itinerary
Select an option to view its itinerary. Contact us to confirm which itinerary applies to your departure.
Included Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Included Meals: Breakfast
Leaving Yogyakarta this morning, we'll make the short transfer to the station where we'll board the express train to the Javan city of Malang. The Malioboro Express takes just under 6 hours to rumble through the heart of Java, sweeping past lush rice paddies, rural villages and lively provincial towns that buzz with daily life. The carriages are air-conditioned with comfortable reclinable seats, and power sockets and there are toilets at the end of each carriage. The train is due to arrive in Malang in the late afternoon. After some time to freshen up, we'll head out this evening for a short orientation walk, taking in the city's charming colonial architecture. We'll stroll through Kajoetangan Heritage Village, one of Malang's most historic and characterful neighbourhoods. This lively area is filled with colonial-era buildings, hidden alleys, and a strong sense of local heritage. As we wander along the narrow lanes, we'll pass traditional Javanese houses, colourful street art, and everyday scenes of local life, with plenty of small stalls offering authentic East Javanese flavours along the way.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Included Meals: Breakfast
Included Meals: Breakfast
Included Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Included Meals: Breakfast
Included Meals: Breakfast
Included Meals: Breakfast
Included Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Included Meals: Breakfast
Included Meals: Breakfast
Included Meals: Breakfast
Route overview
Trip map
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Activity information
Trip pace
Trip pace
Trip pace: Moderate
Included in your trip
What's included
Meals
- 13 breakfasts
- 2 lunches
- 1 dinners
Staff
- Driver(s), Explore Tour Leader
Transport
- Train
- Ferry
- Bus
Accommodation
- 10 nights Comfortable Hotel
- 1 nights Simple Hotel
- 2 nights Comfortable Lodge
Suitability
Is this the trip for you?
- We've graded this tour as moderate and we'll be moving at a fast pace to see the highlights. Expect a packed itinerary balanced with free time to relax and soak up Bali's sunsets.
- Our itinerary covers a lot of ground and we'll have some longer travel days. Time on the road will be rewarded with scenic views and astounding sights.
- We'll use a variety of transport methods throughout our journey through Indonesia. We use 4WD vehicles on Mount Bromo, a ferry between Java and Bali and hybrid bikes in Ubud's countryside. It's possible to sit out of the 4WD journey and bike ride.
Plan your departure
Dates & prices
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| Departure | Return | Price | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Mar 2027 | 10 Apr 2027 | £2,245 Solo room£475 | Call to book |
| 04 Apr 2027 | 17 Apr 2027 | £2,245 Solo room£475 | Call to book |
| 16 May 2027 | 29 May 2027 | £2,075 Solo room£475 | Call to book |
| 30 May 2027 | 12 Jun 2027 | £2,245 Solo room£475 | Call to book |
| 13 Jun 2027 | 26 Jun 2027 | £2,245 Solo room£475 | Call to book |
| 25 Jul 2027 | 07 Aug 2027 | £2,075 Solo room£475 | Call to book |
| 01 Aug 2027 | 14 Aug 2027 | £2,245 Solo room£475 | Call to book |
| 05 Sept 2027 | 18 Sept 2027 | £2,325 Solo room£535 | Call to book |
| 19 Sept 2027 | 02 Oct 2027 | £2,325 Solo room£535 | Call to book |
| 26 Sept 2027 | 09 Oct 2027 | £2,325 Solo room£535 | Call to book |
| 10 Oct 2027 | 23 Oct 2027 | £2,245 Solo room£475 | Call to book |
Departure
28 Mar 2027
Return 10 Apr 2027
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04 Apr 2027
Return 17 Apr 2027
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16 May 2027
Return 29 May 2027
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30 May 2027
Return 12 Jun 2027
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£2,245
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13 Jun 2027
Return 26 Jun 2027
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£2,245
Departure
25 Jul 2027
Return 07 Aug 2027
From
£2,075
Departure
01 Aug 2027
Return 14 Aug 2027
From
£2,245
Departure
05 Sept 2027
Return 18 Sept 2027
From
£2,325
Departure
19 Sept 2027
Return 02 Oct 2027
From
£2,325
Departure
26 Sept 2027
Return 09 Oct 2027
From
£2,325
Departure
10 Oct 2027
Return 23 Oct 2027
From
£2,245
Practical information
Your questions answered
Information for: 2027
Ubud - Kecak and fire dance show £5.00.
Pemuteran - Snorkeling at Menjangan National Park from £45 (minimum 2 people).
Sanur - East Bali tour visiting Goa Lawa bat cave, Tirtagangga water palace and Tenganan village - £30, Temple tour of South Bali taking in Taman Ayun and Taman Lot including a Barong dance performance - £35.
Local crew
Accordingly you should allow approx. £35 for gratuities for local staff.
Tour leader
Indonesia
Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
GBP will often get the best rates, EUR and USD are also accepted
Where to change: Always check rates first. Banks and moneychangers usually have the best rates. Exchange is also possible at airports. Always keep receipts.
ATMs: In major towns.
Card notes: In major towns.
Credit cards accepted: No
conditions. A sunhat is essential.
Water bottle with filter
Insect repellent
High factor suncream (at least factor 15)
Good quality sunglasses
Lip salve with sun protection.
Folding walking poles may be beneficial during some of the walks.
Long trousers reccommended for walking through vegetation.
You may also wish to bring your own snorkel and mask for Pemuteran Beach.
Warm layers for Mount Bromo, thermals if you are particularly sensitive to the cold. Extra layers including down jackets can be rented locally.
It is compulsory to wear a helmet when cycling on an Explore holiday. Cycling helmets will be provided locally by a reputable supplier, however we strongly recommend that if you plan to take part in the included bike ride on this tour, you bring your own cycling helmet with you as we cannot guarantee the quality or structural integrity of local equipment. Most insurance providers require helmets to be worn whilst cycling, so in the event of an accident, it is likely that any insurance claim will be invalidated if you are not wearing a helmet.
Luggage on tour
Luggage limit: 20KG
Indonesia
A single-room option is available for every night of this itinerary. Subject to availability for your departure. A single-room supplement applies.
Indonesia: British nationals travelling to Indonesia for tourism purposes can apply for a visa on arrival at a cost of IDR 500,000. The
visa application can also be done online - https://evisa. imigrasi. go. id/. 1 A custom declaration is required too on arrival. This can either be done online up to 3 days in advance of your arrival or on arrival - https://ecd. beacukai. go. id/.
Other nationalities may require a visa or may travel visa free for up to 30 days. Please check your government advice. If travelling on a free visa you must also exit via one of the approved ports - including international airports in Jakarta, Yogyakarta, Bali, Medan, Surabaya and Batam, and sea ports in Batam and Bintan.
All passports must have at least 6 months validity remaining after departure from Indonesia and have at least two blank pages.
The Bali Provincial Government introduced a tourist levy of IDR 150,000 per person to all foreign tourists arriving in Bali. We recommend making the payment online prior to arrival. A QR code will be sent to you by email for scanning upon arrival. For more information and payment please visit https://lovebali. baliprov. go. id/.
Travellers heading to Indonesia must now complete the All Indonesia Arrival Card, which replaces the separate immigration, customs, and health declaration forms. This online form can be filled in up to 72 hours before arrival at allindonesia. imigrasi. go. id. Once submitted, a QR code will be issued, which must be shown— either on your phone or printed out— along with your passport when you arrive. To complete the form, select English at the top right of the website, then choose Foreign Visitor.
You ll need to provide personal and travel details, including your passport number, travel dates, flight or ship details, accommodation address, and any health or customs declarations.
Please note that this form does not replace a visa— you must still obtain the correct visa for your visit. Even if you re eligible for visa-free entry, you re still required to complete the Arrival Card before travelling.
In response to the World Health Organization's (WHO) declaration of Monkeypox as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern on August 14, 2024, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has implemented new measures to prevent the spread of Monkeypox within the country. Effective immediately, all travellers entering Indonesia via Jakarta and Bali are required to complete the SATUSEHAT Health Pass (SSHP) before their arrival. The SSHP form can be filled out by clicking this link - https:/shp. kemkes. go. id/. Once the required information is submitted, you will receive a barcode, which must be presented to airport staff during the immigration process upon arrival in Indonesia.