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From the ancient temples of Java to the wildlife-rich jungles of Borneo, the emerald rice terraces of Bali, and the islands of Komodo National Park, this 17-day itinerary showcases the extraordinary diversity of Indonesia. Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, venture deep into rainforests to spot orangutans, hike through rice fields, and meet local families in rural villages. Cycle past ancient temples, swim beneath waterfalls, and sail aboard a traditional phinisi yacht to pink-sand beaches and coral reefs.
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Welcome to Indonesia! After clearing immigration at the airport, you will be met by your private guide, who will be waiting with a sign bearing your name. From here, transfer to your nearby airport hotel to check in and settle in after your journey. The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Conveniently located just minutes from Jakarta's airport, Grand Anara Airport Hotel offers a comfortable and modern stopover for travelers arriving in or departing from Jakarta. Rooms are bright and well-appointed, with contemporary furnishings and amenities designed for a restful stay. The hotel features a restaurant serving Indonesian and international dishes, a fitness center, and a rooftop pool with city views.
This morning you will transfer to the airport for your flight to Pangkalan Bun. On arrival, meet the boat staff and continue to Kumai, where you will board your renovated klotok, a traditional wooden riverboat designed for comfortable cruising. Each vessel features air-conditioned ensuite cabins, a shaded viewing deck, and a dedicated crew, including your English-speaking guide.
Sail upriver into Tanjung Puting National Park, pausing first at Tanjung Harapan, an orangutan rehabilitation center. After a short walk through the forest, witness orangutans gathering at the feeding platform. As the afternoon fades, continue your journey with a leisurely cruise along the river, watching proboscis monkeys in the trees and, if in season, fireflies sparkling among the nipa palms. Dinner will be served on deck as the rainforest surrounds you.
Kumai is a traditional wooden riverboat built in the style of a Kalimantan klotok, designed for comfortable cruising along the waterways of Tanjung Puting National Park. The boat features three air-conditioned cabins with en-suite bathrooms, indoor and outdoor dining areas, and a shaded sundeck for viewing wildlife. Guests are looked after by a dedicated crew, including a naturalist guide, and meals are freshly prepared on board.
*Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy breakfast on deck as your klotok cruises slowly upriver, watching for wildlife along the forested banks. Turning from the wide Sekonyer River into a narrow blackwater canal, you’ll glide deeper into the rainforest toward Camp Leakey, a renowned orangutan research and rehabilitation center.
On arrival, follow boardwalks into the forest to the feeding area, where orangutans swing through the treetops to the calls of the rangers. Continue walking with your guide to spot more of these great apes in their natural habitat before returning to the boat.
Back aboard, resume your gentle downstream journey, keeping watch for monkeys, birds, and other wildlife along the way. This evening, tie up in a quiet stretch of river and enjoy a peaceful overnight surrounded by the sounds of the forest.
Enjoy breakfast on board as your klotok makes its final cruise along the Sekonyer River, offering one last chance to spot wildlife along the mangrove-lined banks. After lunch, disembark at Kumai port and transfer to Pangkalan Bun Airport for your flight to Semarang.
On arrival, meet your guide and continue by road to Magelang, a two-and-a-half-hour drive through Central Java’s volcanic landscapes. Nestled between the peaks of Merapi, Merbabu, Sumbing, and Sindoro, Magelang is a welcoming town and the gateway to the sacred 9th-century Borobudur Temple. The city also played a role in Indonesia’s independence movement and honors its famed resistance leader, Pangeran Diponegoro, with a dedicated museum and statue in the main square.
Set amid tropical gardens and teak forests with direct views of the iconic Borobudur Temple, Plataran Borobudur Resort & Spa offers a tranquil retreat in the cultural heart of Java. Private villas feature plunge pools, outdoor terraces, and interiors that combine Javanese design with modern comforts. The resort’s restaurants highlight Indonesian and international cuisine, while the Padma Spa provides treatments inspired by local traditions. Guests can enjoy yoga with sunrise views over Borobudur, explore surrounding villages by bicycle, or simply relax in the serene natural setting.
*Includes: Breakfast
Alternative lodging options: Amanjiwo , Plataran Heritage Borobudur
Rise early this morning to experience Borobudur Temple at sunrise. Find a quiet spot as the first light of day illuminates the stupas and terraces of this 9th-century masterpiece, with Mount Merapi rising in the distance. After, return to your hotel for breakfast, then check out and continue to Wringin Putih. Here, set off on a three-hour horse cart ride through the village, where traditions and local creativity thrive. Visit family workshops producing palm sugar, tempeh, cassava chips, and the distinctive flip-flops once worn at Borobudur.
In the afternoon, transfer onward to Yogyakarta, where you will check in to your hotel for the night.
Set along the banks of the Prambanan River just outside Yogyakarta, Garrya Bianti offers a contemporary retreat surrounded by rice fields and views of the Merapi Volcano. Villas feature clean, modern lines softened by natural wood accents, private pools, and outdoor living spaces that connect seamlessly with the landscape. The resort emphasizes wellness, with a riverside spa, yoga pavilion, and menus highlighting fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Its location makes it an excellent base for visiting Prambanan and Borobudur temples while also offering a serene haven for rest and rejuvenation.
*Includes: Breakfast, Lunch
Alternative lodging options: The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta
This morning, explore Kotagede, one of Yogyakarta’s oldest districts, known for its silver workshops and traditional Javanese charm. Visit the local market and mosque, then take part in a hands-on batik workshop with local artisans before enjoying a typical lunch in a local restaurant.
After, discover Prambanan Temple, Indonesia’s largest Hindu temple complex. Built in the 8th century and surrounded by 200 other shrines, its towering spires and intricate Ramayana reliefs make it one of Java’s most impressive sites.
In the evening, join a guided food tour through Yogyakarta. Travel by becak (pedicab) to sample kopi joss (charcoal coffee), mi Kadin noodles, and the city’s signature gudeg curry, before ending at a lively angkringan stall with traditional herbal drinks.
Today you’ll transfer to Yogyakarta Airport for your flight to Bali. On arrival, meet your guide and continue to Ubud, the island’s artistic heart and cultural center.
Surrounded by rice paddies and jungle, Ubud has long inspired painters, dancers, and musicians. Browse its small shops and galleries for unique keepsakes, or visit a local museum for deeper insight into Balinese art.
The rest of the day is at leisure to relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of Ubud.
Overlooking a lush river valley in Ubud, The Kayon Jungle Resort is a boutique retreat designed for tranquility and romance. Villas and suites feature private pools or terraces with sweeping jungle views, blending contemporary comfort with Balinese artistry in details like carved wood, stone, and traditional textiles. The resort’s cascading three-tier infinity pool is a centerpiece, while dining options showcase Indonesian flavors and international cuisine. A spa inspired by ancient Balinese healing, daily yoga, and easy access to Ubud’s cultural attractions make it a serene yet convenient base in the island’s interior.
Alternative lodging options: Kappa Senses Ubud , COMO Uma Ubud , The Samaya Ubud , Royal Pita Maha
Discover Bali through its people and artistic traditions as you meet master artists in Ubud, observe their creative process, and engage in conversations about their work. In the afternoon you will be welcomed as guests in the nearby village of Keliki, where a local will guide you through his family compound and share insights into Balinese culture and beliefs. You will then join his family in the kitchen to prepare authentic dishes over a traditional wood-fired oven before sitting down to enjoy a meal of Balinese specialties such as aromatic curries, grilled tuna, and fried bananas with chocolate sauce, served near the family temple.
*Includes: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning you will be welcomed into Bakas village by your local host, beginning with a stop at a local warung to sample traditional delicacies. You will then set out on a walk through the village and its agricultural fields, gaining insight into local customs and rural life before pausing to refresh with fresh coconut juice. At your host’s family compound you will learn about Balinese family traditions, then continue to the community center to try your hand at kite-making, music, and dance.
Say goodbye to Ubud and travel north toward the highland village of Munduk. Along the way you will stop at Jatiluwih, a UNESCO-recognized cultural landscape, where sweeping rice terraces stretch beneath the peaks of Mount Batukaru and Mount Agung.
You will then continue to Bedugul for a picnic at Indonesia’s largest botanical garden, perched 1,300 meters above sea level and overlooking Bratan Lake and the Ulun Danu Temple. Here you may stroll through the gardens, home to thousands of plant species, or rent a bicycle to explore further before enjoying your picnic lunch. In the afternoon you will arrive in Munduk, a quiet mountain village surrounded by rice fields, clove and coffee plantations, and forested hills dotted with waterfalls.
Munduk Moding Plantation is a boutique eco-resort set on a working coffee plantation in the highlands of northern Bali. Villas and suites are built with wood and stone finishes, many with private pools and wide views over jungle, rice terraces, and the coastline. Facilities include two infinity pools, a jacuzzi with sunset views, a spa offering traditional Balinese treatments, and a fitness center. Guests can enjoy farm-to-table dining at the on-site restaurants, walk through the property’s coffee fields and organic gardens, or explore the area by horseback with the resort’s own stables.
Alternative lodging options: Elevate Bali Munduk
Set out for Banyumala Twin Waterfalls, reached by an easy hike through plantations and dense jungle. The falls cascade more than 25 meters into an emerald-green pool surrounded by rainforest, a beautiful setting where you may choose to swim or simply enjoy the scenery. After your visit you will return to your hotel in Munduk, with the afternoon free to relax at leisure.
Today you’ll travel toward Tabanan Regency, a region of rice paddies and green mountains that remains the cultural and agricultural heart of Bali. Along the way you will stop in Belimbing, known for its impressive rice terraces, coffee and cocoa plantations, and traditional villages.
Here you will set out on a hike of two to three hours, beginning with a walk through plantations of clove, cocoa, coffee, and nutmeg trees before reaching sweeping views of the rice terraces. The trail continues to a waterfall where you may pause to relax before returning to visit a local villager’s home and learn how palm sugar is made, tasting it fresh from the source. You will then enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing to your hotel in Tabanan.
Nirjhara is a contemporary retreat set among rice paddies, jungle, and a waterfall near Tanah Lot on Bali’s west coast. Villas and suites feature modern design with reclaimed wood, natural stone, and floor-to-ceiling windows, with options including private pools and treehouse-style canopies overlooking the forest. The property’s facilities include an infinity pool, riverside yoga shala, fitness center, and spa offering Balinese and international treatments. Guests can dine at the open-air Ambu restaurant, serving Indonesian and international cuisine with ingredients from the organic garden, or relax at the canopy bar with views over the surrounding landscape.
Alternative lodging options: Lost Lindenberg , Soori Bali , Oshom Bali
This morning your guide will take you to the starting point of your bike ride, where you will enjoy tea or coffee during a safety briefing. You will then set out along quiet country roads through the villages of Kaba-Kaba, passing rice fields and mountain views. Along the way you will pause by a shaded river spot to learn about Balinese social life and visit a water temple to discover traditional rice farming, with the option to stop at Batur Sari Temple and its sacred spring. The ride concludes at the historic Kaba-Kaba Palace, where you will explore the grounds and enjoy a picnic lunch. The afternoon will be at leisure.
This morning you will fly from Bali to Flores, where you will be met and transferred to Labuan Bajo harbour to embark on a three-day, two-night journey aboard a modern phinisi yacht.
Your adventure begins at Kelor Island, where you may take a short hike or swim before enjoying lunch onboard. In the afternoon you will stop at Manjerite for marine exploration and continue to Pink Rock for snorkeling and paddleboarding among vibrant coral reefs. As the sun sets, you will witness thousands of flying foxes taking flight over Kalong Island before returning to the yacht for dinner and an overnight anchorage near Padar Island.
Samara II is a traditional Indonesian phinisi-style boat designed for exploring the islands and waters of Komodo National Park. With just four cabins, the vessel offers an intimate sailing experience, featuring air-conditioned rooms with en-suite bathrooms and a mix of double and twin configurations. Common areas include an indoor lounge and dining space, as well as a spacious sundeck for relaxing between excursions. Guests are served freshly prepared Indonesian and international meals on board, and a dedicated crew provides guiding and support during daily activities such as snorkeling, kayaking, island hikes, and visits to see Komodo dragons.
You will begin the day with a sunrise hike on Padar Island, taking in sweeping views of its rugged hills and turquoise bays before returning to the yacht for breakfast. From there you will continue to Pink Beach, where you may relax on the sand or snorkel in the clear waters. Later you will land on Komodo Island for a guided trek in search of the world’s largest lizards, the legendary Komodo dragons. After lunch onboard, you will sail to Taka Makassar and Manta Point for the chance to snorkel alongside majestic manta rays. The day concludes with a crossing to Sebayur Besar for an overnight stay.
Enjoy a final swim and snorkeling excursion at Sebayur Kecil or the more secluded Sebayur Besar, both home to colorful coral reefs and abundant marine life. You will then return by boat to Labuan Bajo and transfer to Komodo International Airport for your flight back to Bali. Upon arrival in Denpasar you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Jimbaran, a coastal area known for its long sandy beach, luxury resorts, and famous evening seafood dinners along Jimbaran Bay.
Kayumanis Jimbaran is an all-villa resort tucked within a quiet fishing village near Bali’s Jimbaran Bay. Each villa is enclosed within a private walled garden and features a spacious open-plan living area, a swimming pool, and interiors decorated with Balinese furnishings and modern amenities. Facilities include a central swimming pool, spa offering traditional Balinese therapies, and a restaurant specializing in Indonesian cuisine and fresh local seafood, with private in-villa dining also available. The resort provides bicycles for exploring the area, cooking classes, and easy access to Jimbaran’s beach, known for its golden sand and open-air seafood restaurants.
Alternative lodging options: Raffles Bali , Four Seasons at Jimbaran Bay , Jimbaran Puri Belmond , The Open House
Say goodbye to Bali and head to the airport to catch your departing flight.
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