When arranging your transportation, such as flights, please take into consideration the below time restrictions for joining and departing from your group. With these times, we have taken into account travel time to/from the airport in the given destination and required time for check-in or baggage collection/immigration.
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!
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.
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.
Below is an example of the hotel we may use in this city. For the actual hotel your specific departure will be using, please check your voucher.
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.
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Take an orientation walk led by your CEO to get your bearings of 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.
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.
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.
Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.
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.
Get out and explore Yogyakarta and its surrounding attractions.
Tour Prambanan, the largest Hindu temple complex in Java, and learn about the history of the temples. Built between the eighth and tenth centuries, these temples now stand as one of the most outstanding works of Hindu art. View their intricate design, particularly on the Shiva temple.
Take in the stunning artistic and architectural marvel that is the Buddhist Temple complex of Borobudur, a not-to-be-missed World Heritage Site. Learn about its interesting history and restoration; the site lay undiscovered under layers of volcanic ash until 1815, when Sir Stamford Raffles, then Governor of Java, ordered the area to be cleared.
Shop (or window shop) for a stunning hand-beaten bowl. If silver is more your thing, you can find fine silver filigree within this historical district known for its impressive silver work.
Take in the royal splendour of this impressive 18th century palace, built by the Sultans of Yogya. Kraton is one of the finest examples of Javanese palace architecture and is essentially a walled city -- it has its own market, schools, and even mosques.
Enjoy a visit to this castle built in the 18th century as a pleasure park for the Sultan. Check out the intricately carved gates and the bathing complex and tower, from where the Sultan would watch his concubines frolicking in the water.
Get a taste of Indonesian theatre with a twist and enjoy a traditional shadow puppet show. These puppets are made with leather and chiselled with precision.
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.
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.
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
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.
Accommodations at this property are multi-share.
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.
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.
Spend more time on the beach or explore the local village—the choice is yours.
Accommodations at this property are multi-share.
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.
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Get out and explore the beautiful beaches of Bali.
Grab a snorkel and dive into the water. The waters are calm, visibility is clear, and the sea life and coral are colourful and aplenty.
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.
Get out and explore coastal Bali, or enjoy a day lounging at the beach. The choice is yours!
Grab a snorkel and dive into the water. The waters are calm, visibility is clear, and the sea life and coral are colourful and aplenty.
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!
Enjoy some free time to explore Kuta.
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
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!
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.
Check out one of the area's beaches or opt for a full-day surf lesson.
Learn to surf or sharpen your skills with a lesson on some of Bali's best waves for beginner and intermediate surfers. The friendly instructors and guides at Mojosurf take you to the day's best locations (depending on the weather conditions), where you'll catch amazing surf breaks in some of Indonesia's most stunning environments. All equipment is included, along with transportation to and from your accommodation.
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.
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
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.
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
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.
Accommodations at this property are multi-share.
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.
Learn how to cook local recipes during this immersive cooking class at the homestay, then enjoy your creations and a buffet dinner.
Enjoy free time in this charming Balinese village.
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.
Accommodations at this property are multi-share.
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!
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
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.
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Start exploring Ubud with a free evening.
Enjoy a morning at leisure to spend it however you'd like.
Enjoy a display of traditional Kecak dance (aka Ramayana Monkey Chant), depicting a battle from the Ramayana.
Ubud is a cultural hub, known for it's arts and crafts. It is here that you will find the Puri Lukisan Museum, housing hundreds of traditional Balinese paintings and wooden carvings.Tour the four buildings and beautiful garden that make up the museum and admire the carefully curated collections.
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.
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.
Take advantage of this happening spot with free time. Opt to raft, cycle, take a cooking class, or chill out with some yoga.
Relax with a class at one of Ubud's beautiful yoga studios. Stretch and hold poses in this gentle but effective form of exercise.
Refine your culinary skills with a Balinese cooking class. Discover the secrets of delicious local cuisine and how to use exotic herbs and spices.
Enjoy a display of traditional Kecak dance (aka Ramayana Monkey Chant), depicting a battle from the Ramayana.
Put on your mask and discover the local marine life during this snorkelling session in Lovina. Please note, transfers from Ubud are available at an additional cost.
Ubud is a cultural hub, known for it's arts and crafts. It is here that you will find the Puri Lukisan Museum, housing hundreds of traditional Balinese paintings and wooden carvings.Tour the four buildings and beautiful garden that make up the museum and admire the carefully curated collections.
Travel to West Bali National Park and boat to the island of Menjangan, named after the rare species of deer that inhabit the island. Snorkel in the pristine waters where the marine life is varied and visibility is good all year-round. Enjoy lunch before heading to a different part of the island for another snorkelling adventure.
Climb to the summit of Mt Batur (1717m) for an amazing sunrise and scenic views. Rest easy—this active volcano is an accessible climb of about two hours.
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.
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Climb aboard and get your float on.
Relax on the beach or rent a bike and explore the island with some free time.
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.
Chill out by the beach or opt for a snorkelling excursion with free time.
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.
Grab your bathing suit and go for a refreshing swim.
What's better than a relaxing yoga class in paradise? Get your om on in the Gilis.
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.
Add the “Bali Express: Gili Trawangan to Kuta” to your adventure and make your way back to Bali with the guidance of a CEO. This nifty post-tour Extra includes a fast boat and land transfer to get you back to Kuta. Onward flights from Denpasar airport must not depart earlier than 20:00 on departure day when booking this extra. Speak to your Global Connection Officer or travel agent to book.
Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
Want to take the hassle out of getting back to Bali? Book the “Bali Express: Gili Trawangan to Kuta” post-tour Extra and make your way back to Kuta with the guidance of a CEO. On the final day of the tour, board a fast boat back to Bali and transfer to Kuta.