Day 1 Jakarta
After arriving in Jakarta a transfer follows to the hotel. The rest of the day is leisure to have a look in the city and acclimatize.
Day 2 Jakarta
After breakfast the metropolis Jakarta will be visited. On this day various sites such as Monas (National Monument), the presidential palace with the Merdeka Square, the Istiqlal Mosque and the Catholic cathedral will be visited. Then the journey continues to the Fatahillah Square in old Batavia.
Day 3 Jakarta - Bogor
After arriving in Jakarta you will be brought to Bogor to visit the beautiful gardens of Kebun Raya Bogor, also known as Buitenzorg. It’s for not just any reason that the Palace of Buitenzorg has been situated near the lake. Feel the warm energy of the spring water, making it an ideal place to relax. At the end of the day you will return to Jakarta.
Buitenzorg
On the territory of the botanic garden, there is a cemetery established in 1784. It contains 42 historical graves of the Dutch colonial officials, military officers and scientists, who served in Bogor, Jakarta and other cities in West Java from the late 18th to early 20th centuries. Nearby, there are three graves of the early Sunda Kingdom (15th century): the wife of the founder of Bogor Silivangi, Galuh Mangku Alam, vizier Ba'ul and commander Japra. The locals regard these individuals as the city's patrons. Other historical places are the Bogor Cathedral – built in 1750, it is one of the oldest operational Catholic Churches in Indonesia, and the Buddhist temple Hok Tek Bio, built in 1672 in the classical South Chinese style. It is the first Buddhist temple of Bogor and one of the oldest in Indonesia.
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Day 4 Jakarta - Bandung
After breakfast there is a transfer to the Gambir station, you will board the Argo Gede train to Bandung. These are reserved seats in the executive class. Enjoy the beautiful scenery on the way to Bandung. After arriving in Bandung follows a short city tour through Bandung, the rest of the evening is at leisure.
Day 5 Bandung
Today it's time to explore the surroundings of Bandung. First a visit to the crater of the volcano Tangkuban Prahu. After that a visit to the hot springs of Ciater. On the way back to Bandung a stop will be made to visit the fruit and flower market in Lembang. Taste the exotic food of this island. At the end of the afternoon there is time to visit the 'Angklung' (musical instrument made of bamboo) music school in Bandung on your own, where students will give a presentation. Then you can spend plenty of time at Jalan Braga where you can enjoy the various shops and restaurants.
Tangkuban Perahu is a dormant volcano 30 km north of the city of Bandung. It last erupted in 1959. The name translates roughly to "upturning of (a) boat" or "upturned boat" in Sundanese, referring to the local legend of its creation. The story tells of "Dayang Sumbi", a beauty who lived in West Java. She cast away her son "Sangkuriang" for disobedience, and in her sadness was granted the power of eternal youth by the gods. After many years in exile, Sangkuriang decided to return to his home, long after the two had forgotten and failed to recognize each other. Sangkuriang fell in love with Dayang Sumbi and planned to marry her, only for Dayang Sumbi to recognize his birthmark just as he was about to go hunting. In order to prevent the marriage from taking place, Dayang Sumbi asked Sangkuriang to build a dam on the river Citarum and to build a large boat to cross the river, both before the sunrise. Sangkuriang meditated and summoned mythical ogre-like creatures -buta hejo or green giant(s)- to do his bidding. Dayang Sumbi saw that the tasks were almost completed and called on her workers to spread red silk cloths east of the city, to give the impression of impending sunrise. Sangkuriang was fooled, and upon believing that he had failed, kicked the dam and the unfinished boat, resulting in severe flooding and the creation of Tangkuban Perahu from the hull of the boat. |
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Day 6 Bandung - Garut
In the morning departure towards Garut, also called the Switzerland of Java. After arrival in Garut follows a transfer to the hotel. Enjoy the serene tranquillity of nature or make a stroll to the nearby villages. Take a bath in the hot springs with as background the beautiful Guntur volcano. Enjoy the tranquillity and panoramic views that this residence has to offer.
Day 7 Garut
Today is a day to enjoy relaxing. It is also possible to make an excursion to the town Garut (optional).
Day 8 Garut - Yogyakarta
Today you need to get up early. The day begins with a transfer to the station in Tasikamalaya. From here the Lodaya Pagi train departs to Yogyakarta. These are reserved seats in the executive class. Enjoy the beautiful scenic views en route to Yogyakarta. After arriving at the Tugu station in Yogyakarta you will be transferred to your hotel.
Day 9 Yogyakarta
After breakfast, a visit to the world famous Borobudur temple complex is made. This imposing temple from the 8th is declared by UNESCO as world heritage. Walk on the 4 terraces along the reliefs and the many stupas which the complex is rich. Let the special atmosphere penetrate at your own pace.
Day 10 Yogyakarta
The tour today includes a visit to the Kraton of Yogyakarta. The Kraton is a walled city in the city with within the palace of Sultan Sri Sultan Hamengkubowono X (current sultan) lies. The family of the sultan still lives in the palace and a part of the sultan's palace is open for viewing. Learn about the history and current value of the sultan of Yogyakarta. In the palace you will regularly (usually on Sundays) see traditional dance and gamelan performances, where are also lessons held that you as a visitor can be present of. Then a visit to the Beringhardjo market and Taman Sari (scented garden or water castle) the former bathhouse of the sultan is made. Finally, the Prambanan temple is on the program; build in the 9th century by the Sanjaya dynasty.
Day 11 Yogyakarta - Solo
Today the journey continues from Yogyakarta to Solo. After arriving in Solo it is time to tour the city. This is possible in a unique way, namely by train, which takes you to various points of interest. Also make sure to stop at Pasar Klewer known for its beautiful batik and Pasar Triwindu where antique Javanese items can be found. In the evening there is an opportunity to visit the night market at Pasar Gede. The evening ends again in Yogyakarta.
Batik
During your stay in Indonesia you cannot have missed. Batik is still an important element in Indonesian costume. You come across it everywhere. Yogyakarta, Solo, Semarang, Cirebon just a few names of cities with a very rich culture and especially batik and batik motifs. Every city has its own traditions and hierarchy of motives. Not all designs may be worn by all sections of the population. In the batik workshop you get the process of batik explained and you can buy a nice example.
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Day 12 Yogyakarta - Surabaya
Early in the morning, it is time to leave by Sancaka Pagi train and depart to Surabaya. These are reserved seats in the executive class. Enjoy the various traditional villages and beautiful rice fields that can be seen on the way. The rest of the day is at leisure. It is possible to see the typical Madura Island from Surabaya.
Day 13 Surabaya
After breakfast, the bustling city will be visited. On the program is the Spice Market Pasar Pabean, cigarette factory the House of Sampoerna and the Arab quarter with its bazar. Also the Kalimas (traditional port) and Soerabaj Al-Akbar Mosque will be visited. This mosque is one of the largest in Indonesia. Afterwards there is time to discover the biggest shopping centre of East Java, Tunjungan Plaza.
Day 14 Surabaya - Banyuwangi
Transfer to the station of Surabaya to travel by train to Banyuwangi. These are reserved seats in the executive class. During the fascinating train journey, you pass Pasuruan, Probolingo, Klakah, Jatiroto and Kalibaru to then disembark in Banyuwangi. After arrival, follows a transfer to the hotel.
Day 15 Banyuwangi, Ijen
Enjoy the beautiful views during breakfast. This day is at leisure. It is possible to visit the Ijen crater or to experience the farm life on Java. On request, a guide accompanies you.
Ijen
The Ijen volcano complex is a group of strato volcanoes, in East Java, Indonesia. It is inside a larger caldera Ijen, which is about 20 kilometres wide. The Gunung Merapi strato volcano is the highest point of that complex. The name of this volcano resembles that of a different volcano, Mount Merapi in central Java, also known as Gunung Merapi; there is also a third volcano named Marapi in Sumatra. The name "Merapi" means "fire" in the Indonesian language. West of Gunung Merapi is the Ijen volcano, which has a one-kilometre-wide turquoise-colour acid crater lake. The lake is the site of a labour-intensivesulphur mining operation, in which sulphur-laden baskets are carried by hand from the crater floor. The work is low-paid and very onerous. Workers earn around $5.50-$8.30 (Rp 50,000 - Rp 75,000) per day and once out of the crater, still need to carry their loads of sulphur chunks about three kilometres to the nearby Pultuding valley to get paid.
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Day 16 Banyuwangi
Today, a tour to the Kaliklatak plantation that is about 15 miles away. You can view all processes of growing on the plantation. Also there is a school for young children, this will also be visited. The evening is for leisure.
Kaliklatak
Kaliklatak is a big old plantation of about 1000 acres. It is mainly for growing coffee and rubber, but also bananas, pepper, nutmeg, cinnamon and cocoa. The plantation is of Dutch origin and transferred to the Indonesians in 1957. It is one of the first agro-tourist farms in Indonesia. It employs about 600 people, all - for free – may live on the plantation until their retirement. There is also a school for young children and when they are older they go to school in the city. The plantation also regulates the health care for the employees. In this point of view it is more like a village than a plantation.
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Day 17 Banyuwangi
This is the last day of the trip. From here you will be brought to the harbour for your next destination after breakfast.
Price starting from € 1.925,- p.p.
* The arrangement as described can be booked as a private or as a group journey.
* Due to weather conditions the program can be changed
* The journey includes hotel or cottage accommodation with breakfast
* Transfer by private car
* Additional options can be arranged, such as:
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- International or Domestic flights
- Lunches and/or dinner
- Daily guide, speaking the language of your choice
- Insurances
- Entrance fees at the sites
- Any other wish to complete your journey |
