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BALI - Effective February 14, 2024, all foreign tourists entering Bali will be required to pay the “Bali Tourist Levy.” This fee of 150,000 IDR (or $10 USD) and can be paid online through the Love Bali System before entering Bali or upon arrival. We strongly suggest every traveler pay before arrival to ease your entry and avoid queueing to pay upon arrival . For more information please see the Visa and Important Notes section of the tour details.” Pay Tourist Levy Here: https://lovebali.baliprov.go.id/ Please note that between now and the end of December, 2023 the group will not be participating in the Cianjur Homestay, instead, on day 2, the group will travel towards Bandung and stay there for 2 nights where there will be various included activities such as visits to a tea factory, waterfall, and hot springs.

Indonesia: Hammocks & Hikes

14 days, Jakarta to Kuta

Leading the travellers through Borobodur Temple in Java
Map of the route for Indonesia: Hammocks & Hikes
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Itinerary

Day 1Jakarta

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 Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

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.

Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends

Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.

Accommodation

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.

Erian Hotel (or similar)
Hotel

Day 2Jakarta/Bandung

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.

Private Vehicle
Jakarta – Bandung

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Bandung Orientation Walk
Bandung

Take an orientation walk led by your CEO to get your bearings of Bandung.

Accommodation

Mutiara Hotel Bandung (or similar)
Hotel

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 3Bandung

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.

Ciater Tea Plantation, Hot Spring and Waterfall
Bandung

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.

Accommodation

Mutiara Hotel Bandung (or similar)
Hotel

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 4Bandung/Yogyakarta

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.

Train
Bandung – Yogyakarta7h402km

Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.

Accommodation

Hotel Indah Palace Yogyakarta (or similar)
Hotel

Meals included:

Breakfast

Days 5–6Yogyakarta

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.

Free Time
Yogyakarta

Get out and explore Yogyakarta and its surrounding attractions.

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Optional Activities - Days 5–6 HideShow

Prambanan Hindu Temple Complex Excursion
Yogyakarta
30USD per person

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.

Borobudur Temple Complex Excursion
Borobudur
70USD per person

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.

Kota Gede Visit
Yogyakarta

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.

Kraton Palace Visit
Yogyakarta

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.

Taman Sari Water Castle Visit
Yogyakarta

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.

Wayang Kulit Shadow Puppet Show
Yogyakarta

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.

Accommodation

Hotel Indah Palace Yogyakarta (or similar)
Hotel

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 7Yogyakarta/Ngadas

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.

Your G for Good Moment: Ngadas Homestay

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.

Private Vehicle
Yogyakarta – Malang8h400km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Private Vehicle
Malang – Desa Ngadas1h

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Accommodation

Ngadas Homestay (or similar)
Homestay

Meals included:

Breakfast | Dinner

Day 8Desa Ngadas/Bromo

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.

Mount Bromo Crater Walk
Gunung Bromo 2km

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.

Your G for Good Moment: Village Walk

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.

Your G for Good Moment: Ancestor Trail Trek
10km

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.

Accommodation

Bromo Permai (or similar)
Inn

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 9Bromo/Red Island

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.

Private Vehicle
Bromo – Red Island8h

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Sunrise Walk to Mount Bromo Viewpoint
Gunung Bromo30m

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.

Accommodation

Red Island Villa (or similar)
Hotel

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 10Red Island

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.

Your Hands-On Moment: Surfing Lesson

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.

Free Time
Red Island Half Day

Spend more time on the beach or explore the local village—the choice is yours.

Accommodation

Red Island Villa (or similar)
Hotel

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 11Red Island/Pemuteran

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.

Private Vehicle
Red Island – Ketapang1h30m-2h

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Ferry
Ketapang – Gilimanuk1h30m

Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.

Private Vehicle
Gilimanuk – Pemuteran45m

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Free Time
Pemuteran Afternoon

Get out and explore the beautiful beaches of Bali.

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Optional Activities - Day 11 HideShow

Snorkelling
Pemuteran

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.

Accommodation

Rich Farmer House (or similar)
Hotel

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 12Pemuteran

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.

Free Time
Pemuteran

Get out and explore coastal Bali, or enjoy a day lounging at the beach. The choice is yours!

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Optional Activities - Day 12 HideShow

Snorkelling
Pemuteran

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.

Accommodation

Rich Farmer House (or similar)
Hotel

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 13Pemuteran/Kuta

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!

Private Vehicle
Pemuteran – Kuta5h-5h30m

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Free Time
Kuta Evening

Enjoy some free time to explore Kuta.

Your Big Night Out Moment: Kuta Dance Party

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!

Accommodation

Zest Hotel Legian (or similar)
Hotel

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 14Kuta

Today, it’s time to say goodbye to your group of newfound friends as this tour comes to an end. Be sure to sneak in some last-minute photos and exchange social medias before you head on your way.

Departure Day

Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Indonesia: Hammocks & Hikes

| 14 days - Jakarta to Kuta - from $1297 USD