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Accommodation
Simple Hotel (25 nts), Community Guesthouse (1nt), Local Homestay with shared bathroom (2nts)
Checklist
Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)
Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket
Health & Safety:
• Hand sanitizer (required)
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)
Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides
Group Size Notes
Max 16, avg 12
Highlights
Explore Western Java and have free time in Jakarta, Fill up on a traditional Sundanese lunch, Visit the beautiful Dieng Plateau on a full day tour, Adventure through Central Java, Experience local life on a biking tour through Wanjurejo and Borobudur Villages, Support a community tourism enterprise in Candijero village, Take a thrilling jeep ride through Mount Bromo during sunrise, Rest and relax in the Banjar Hot Springs, Visit the picturesque Ulun Dano Temple, Visit the G for Good supported community in Bulian, Chill out in Candidasa with some beach time, Explore the Foothills of Mt Rinjani, Relax on the Gili Islands, Join a women-led walking excursion, Visit a traditional Sasak village, Community cycling excursion in Bonjeruk village
Introduction
Looking to spend a month in Indonesia adventuring from Java to Bali to Lombok-look no further. Hike across volcanic plateaus, savour home-cooked family-style meals, and uncover ancient temples tucked away from the crowds. With your CEO leading the way, you’ll check off all the must-sees — witness the fiery glow of sunrise over Mt. Bromo, visit Bali's famous Ulun Danu temple, and stay overnight in a local Balinese community guesthouse. Trek through the stunning foothills of Mt. Rinjani with a group of remarkable female tour guides, dive into a tasty cooking experience with local hosts at a charming guesthouse. You’ll wrap up your journey in the Gili Islands, taking it nice and slow
Meals Included
27 Frühstück, 8 Mittagessen, 5 Abendessen
Meal Budget
Plane USD260-340 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein
Optional Activities
Bandung
- Kawah Putih
- Tangkuban Prahu Volcano
Yogyakarta
- Yogyakarta Becak Tour & Taman Sari
- Jomblang Cave Tour
- Village Tour by Colonial Style Bike
Nusa Lembongan
- Mount Batur Sunrise Trek
Batur
- Mount Batur Sunrise Jeep Excursion
Ubud
- Ubud Spiritual Tour
- Laplapan Village Cooking Class
- Medahan Village Happy Local Family Adventure
Candi Dasa
- Kochkurs
- Snorkeling the Blue Lagoon
Gili Trawangan
- Yoga
Start / Finish
Jakarta nach Gili Trawangan
Transport
Private vehicle, plane, ferry, walking
What's Included
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Gastfamilie in Ngadas, Desa Ngadas
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Dorfspaziergang, Desa Ngadas
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Mittagessen im Dorf Ngadas, Desa Ngadas
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Dorfführung in Bulian, Bulian
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Foodie-Moment: Sabang Street Dinner, Jakarta
Dein Foodie-Moment: Sundanese Lunch, Bandung
Dein Hands-On-Moment: Traditional Batik Making, Solo
Dein Discover-Moment: Ubud. Visit to Istiqlal Mosque. See Jakarta Cathedral. Explore Kota Tua Old Town Jakarta. Visit Sunda Kelapa Harbor. Traditional Sundanese family-style lunch. Explore Badung Geologial Museum. Walking tour of Semarang Kota Lama. Tour Sam Poo Kong Temple and Gedong Songo Temple. Full day exploreation of the volcanic Dieng Plateau area. Candirejo Village Visit. Setumbu Hill Sunrise Hike. Wanurejo & Borobudur Village Biking Tour. Mangkunegaran Palace Visit. Triwindhu Market. Traditional Batik Making. Jodipan Colorful Village Visit. Mount Bromo Jeep Excursion. Ngadas Village Walk. Lunch at Ngadas Village. Free time in Yogyakarta & Ngadas. Jatiluwih Rice Terraces Visit. Ulun Danu Temple Complex Visit. Banjar Hot Springs. Singaraja Traditional Market. Beji Temple. Bulian Village Tour. Lemukih Village Trek. Free time in Mt Batur. Penglipuran Village Visit. Pura Gunung Kawi Sebatu Temple. Free time in Ubud. Women led walking excursion at the foothills of Mt Rinjani. Local cooking experience near Pringgasela. Pringgasela village walking tour. Visit a traditional Sasak village. Free time in Kuta. Bonjeruk village visit with cycling and local lunch. Free time to relax on the beaches of the Gili Islands. Free time in Candidasa. Transport to/from included activities. Internal airfare
Minimum Age
Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre
Itinerary
Day 1 Jakarta
Welcome to Java! Arrive at any time
Day 2 Jakarta
Explore the capital city of Indonesia's 17,000+ islands. Today in this bustling metropolis, we'll visit Istiqlal Mosque, the largest mosque in all of Southeast Asia, the neo-Gothic Jakarta Cathedral, and the cobble stoned colonial Kota Tua Old Town. Explore Sunda Kelapa Harbor and the historic pinisi ships. After a full day of adventure, head out for dinner along Sabang street at a local warung (local Indonesian restaurant)
Day 3 Jakarta/Bandung
Travel southeast towards Bandung, another major city in West Java. After arriving, sit down for a traditional Sundanese lunch, eaten family-style. Explore this historic city & Indonesia's natural heritage with time to visit the Geological Museum of Bandung. We'll drive to Gedung Sate for a photo stop on our way to visit Jalan Asia Afrika for some free time to explore
Day 4 Bandung
Today is a free day to explore Bandung however you'd like. Choose to explore the vibrant city or stay active with a visit to Tangkuban Prahu volcano or Kawah Putih crater for some easy hiking. Combo that with a visit to a local tea plantation for lunch and a tea tasting
Day 5 Bandung/Semarang
Depart Bandung this morning and drive to Semarang to arrive in the early afternoon. Explore the sights of the city like Greja Blenduk and Lawang Sewu for the charming Dutch architecture. Visit Sam Poo Kong Temple, a historic Chinese temple, and Kota Lama, the historic downtown of Semarang. Save room after lunch as you will try the local favorite, Lumpia, a delicious Javanese spring roll
Day 6 Semarang/Dieng Plateau
Leave the city behind and head into the central Java mountains today. The first stop today will be to Gedong Songo Temple, on the slopes of Mount Ungaran. This beautiful Hindu temple is perched on the mountain in solitude surrounded by nothing but forests. After some time to explore and take photos, we'll visit the Ambarawa Train Museum, where 21 historic locomotives still reside in Java today. Make your way to Wonosobo in the Dieng Plateau region and enjoy a free evening
Day 7 Dieng Plateau
Visit the breathtaking Dieng Plateau and enjoy the day to explore with your CEO as your guide! We'll see the sights like the colorful Telaga Warna Lake, misty Arjuna Temple and sulphurous Si Kidang Crater. After an adventurous day in nature, spend the evening in Wonosobo town square, where the locals gather to see what the evening food vendors are selling
Day 8 Dieng Plateau/Yogyakarta
On the way to Yogyakarta, make a pit stop at the spectacular Selogriyo Temple, a gorgeous Hindu temple dedicated to the Goddess of Fertility in central Java. Enjoy the uphill scenic walk through the complex. Then head to Yogyakarta
Day 9 Yogyakarta
There's so much to discover in Yogyakarta today! Explore some Javanese temples, bike to rice paddies on the outskirts of the city, or go for a foodie tour and try street food like gudeg (curry made from unripe jackfruit)
Day 10 Yogyakarta/Magelang
Visit Candirejo Village on the way to Magelang today. Accompanied by a local guide, learn more about this village and why its known as a symbol of Javanese culture. Here you will gain more insight into daily activities, the multiple-crop farming system, and their traditions. After a delicious local lunch, drive to Magelang for the night
Day 11 Magelang/Solo
We'll rise before the sun today in order to catch a beautiful sunrise atop Setumbu Hill. This easy hike will bring you above the early morning fog for a gorgeous view of the jungly temple topped mountains. After descending, return to the village for an easy biking tour to see its beautiful sites like Borobudur Temple and the traditional market. This evening, drive to Solo
Day 12 Solo
Spend the day getting to know the history and traditions of Central Java in Solo, known as the center of Javanese culture. With visits to Mangkunegaran Palace, Triwindhu Market and Laweyan Village, you'll have the chance to see how traditional heritage is still alive today
Day 13 Solo/Bromo
After breakfast, continue east to Ngadas Village. On the way, make stops to explore Alun Alun Malang City Square and colorful Jodipan Village. Arrive to Ngadas in the late afternoon. This picturesque village in the foothills of Mt Bromo is known for its Javanese traditions and beautiful nature
Day 14 Bromo
An early morning jeep ride is the best way to see the Bromo Crater this morning. Followed by a 45 minute hike to reach Penanjakan Hill view point just in time for sunrise! Admire the oranges and pinks before continuing the hike through the Sea of Sands to the top of Bromo Crater. Enjoy a picnic breakfast at Teletubbies Hill. Return to Ngadas Village for a walking tour (and maybe a coffee?) to see the temples, the tomb of mbah Sedek and the holy forest. Enjoy a local lunch and dinner at the homestay with free time to explore how you wish in between
Day 15 Surabaya/Seminyak
Depart Java and fly to Bali, then drive to Seminyak. Check into the hotel and spend the rest of the day how you'd like! Seminyak is a lively and fun beach town, so relish the chance to enjoy it!
Day 16 Seminyak/Munduk
Head north this morning as we say goodbye to Seminyak and travel toward Munduk. Our day will be filled with exciting stops along the way, starting with the UNESCO World Heritage Site Jatiluwih Rice Terraces where we can explore the ancient emerald-green fields. The second stop is Baturiti Fruit Market where we can wander through the colorful stalls and try fresh fruits like rambutan and dragon fruit, depending on the season. Continue on to the gorgeous temple in the middle of the lake, at Ulun Danu Temple. Take the scenic route to Munduk with one final pit stop at the Twin Lake photo spot. Arrive to Munduk in the evening, check in the hotel and enjoy some free time
Day 17 Munduk/Bulian
We're off to our G for Good supported community homestay in Bulian today but not without some adventure along the way. A dip in Banjar Hot Springs is without a doubt the perfect way to start today. From a relaxing moment to some upbeat adventuring, we head to lively and exciting Pasar Anyar Singaraja, a traditional market full of fresh produce and handmade homeware where locals come to haggle. The last stop of today is Beji Temple where we'll explore this historic complex before finally arriving to Bulian in the afternoon. Embark on a village tour and traditional Balinese offering making workshop as you immerse yourself in our homestay in Bulian
Day 18 Bulian/Kintamani
After a delicious breakfast, we're off to Lemukih Village for the day. Trek through rice paddies, a durian plantation, a coffee plantation and even a natural waterslide that we'll get a chance to enjoy. After lunch in a local warung, we'll continue our trek to visit 2 beautiful waterfalls, where we can swim and relax. Head towards Kintamani, a highland region in Bali known for its stunning volcanic landscapes, like the active Mount Batur and the serene Lake Batur
Day 19 Kintamani/Ubud
Don't miss the opportunity to explore Mt Batur at sunrise today! Choose the more active option of trekking to the sunrise point or choose the thrilling jeep sunrise adventure. After breakfast at the hotel, we'll visit the well preserved Penglipuran Village to experience picturesque Balinese culture. Afterwards, stop at the beautiful Pura Gunung Kawi Sebatu Temple on the way to Ubud. In the evening, arrive to Ubud
Day 20 Ubud
Ubud is often considered the cultural heart of Bali. Today you have the opportunity to explore however you'd like. From monkey forests, local cooking classes, making spiritual offerings and Balinese village experiences, your options for today are endless
Day 21 Ubud/Candi Dasa
After a yummy breakfast, we drive from Ubud to the coast! Arrive in Candi Dasa in eastern Bali this afternoon and enjoy some free time
Day 22 Candi Dasa
Enjoy the amazing chance to explore Candidasa however you'd like! Opt to join a local Balinese cooking class and learn to make local favorites like Chicken Tum and Gado-Gado. Or take a snorkeling trip to the beautiful Blue Lagoon! The choice is yours
Day 23 Candi Dasa/Sembalun
Our Lombok adventure begins today as we take a ferry leaving Bali and arriving to Lombok in the late morning. Make your way north of Mt Rinjani and stop in Senaru where we'll be accompanied by a local tour guide who is part of the Rinjani Women Guide association. Head out on an easy trek passing small hamlets where age-old traditions still are in practice, gaining insight into the colourful village life of the Sasak. There is always something interesting happening here as you meet local people and admire traditional houses along the way. You may even see a few cheeky long-tailed monkeys and, with a bit of luck, spot the rare ebony leaf monkey
Day 24 Sembalun/Pringgasela
In the morning enjoy a leisurely half-day trek that takes you through the foothills of the majestic Rinjani volcano. This easy walk offers breathtaking views of lush landscapes, traditional villages, and expansive rice fields, all set against the backdrop of towering peaks. While trekking, visit a local community weaving using traditional techniques. Later head to central Lombok, south of Mt Rinjani and join a local cooking class learning to make local specialties with banana root and bamboo shoots
Day 25 Pringgasela/Kuta
This morning, choose to join your CEO and local guides on a light trek through the lush pineapple and cassava plantations. Trek by a local river where you can take some time to refresh before ascending a hilltop for breathtaking panoramic views of emerald rice fields and the majestic Rinjani Mountain – a perfect photo opportunity! Or choose to take a morning to relax and enjoy the incredible scenery and peace at your local lodge. In the afternoon, make your way to Kuta, with a stop at a traditional Sasak village to witness a traditional performance
Day 26 Kuta
After a few days of incredible exploration of northern Lombok, enjoy a day at leisure to take life at your own pace. Enjoy Kuta's tropical beaches on foot or choose to take a surf lesson at a local surf school
Day 27 Kuta/Gili Trawangan
Bid farewell to Kuta's beautiful beaches, heading north to the Gili Islands. Make a stop en route in Bonjeruk Village. The village has implemented an English Camp for older high school students to learn to improve their English skills on weekends by leading various activities in their communities. Join a community member for a short cycle through town and stop to enjoy a home-cooked lunch that will give you a taste of the specialities of traditional Lombok food. After filling up, continue on to grab the ferry to the Gili Islands
Day 28 Gili Trawangan
Spend a free day in Gili Trawangan. Spend a half day underwater on an optional snorkeling trip or choose to rent a bike and cycle around the island at your own pace. Enjoy a final day in Lombok doing exactly as you please!
Day 29 Gili Trawangan
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