Holiday Overview
Perfect for anyone wanting to see the highlights of Java on a limited time and easy to combine with other destinations in Asia, this itinerary delivers the cultural capital of Yogyakarta, the impressive temples of Borobodur and Prambanan, rail travel across Java and the stunning natural beauty of Mount Bromo.
6 days / 5 nights
Start Yogyakarta - End Surabaya
Highlights Include:
Borobodur & Prambanan Temples
Rail Journey across Java
Mount Bromo
Snapshot of Java includes:
- Transfers and Sightseeing as listed
- 2 nights accommodation Yogyakarta
- Java Rail Journey
- 2 nights accommodation Mount Bromo
- 1 night accommodation Surabaya
Day 1 - Yogyakarta
Upon arrival at Yogyakarta Airport you will be transferred to your chosen hotel for the night. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Meals included - None
Featured accommodation
Melia Purosani Yogyakarta
Day 2 - Yogjakarta
After breakfast, meet your guide in the hotel lobby, then you drive to Keraton (Palace) Jogjakarta. The visitors can enjoy the atmosphere of the kraton in former times by visiting the life-size diorama of wedding ceremonies on the palace meeting hall, performed by puppets, which are intentionally arranged to create such an atmosphere. Many sets of gamelan music instruments, antiques, and heirlooms make the palace of Yogyakarta one of the most interesting tourist attractions in Yogyakarta. The next destination is Prambanan Temple. Prambanan is a UNESCO world heritage site. The 9th century Hindu temple is dedicated to the Trimurti, the expression of God as Brahma (The Creator), Vishnu (The Preserver) and Shiva (The Destroyer). Next, drive to Borobudur temple, Borobudur is also a UNESCO world heritage site. The ancient temple is also the single largest Buddhist structure on Earth, and has a beautiful backdrop of Indonesian mountains, it is any landscape photographers’ dream.
Meals Included - Breakfast
Featured accommodation
Melia Purosani Yogyakarta
Day 3 - Yogyakarta - Mount Bromo
After an early breakfast, transfer to Yogyakarta Train Station then take the train to Jombang (06.45 – 10.31). Upon arrival in Jombang, transfer to Trowulan village, the site of 15th AD’s last Hindu Kingdom in Indonesia. In the archaeological site of Truwolan lies a museum which holds numerous statues and artifacts which were discovered in the site. After the museum, visit the archaeological sites and small temples scattered in trowulan such as Candi BajangRatu and Candi Tikus. After sightseeing in Trowulan, drive to Mount Bromo for the night.
Meals Included – Breakfast
Featured accommodation
Plataran Bromo
Day 4 - Mount Bromo
Drive to CemoroLawang Village as the starting point for our tour at Mount Bromo. Upon arrival at CemoroLawang, change vehicle to 4WD Jeep and the adventure will begin. First visit a view point to see Mount Bromo from a distance, a perfect photo opportunity. After that, descend to the desert like landscape and drive across the volcanic sand. Then proceed on foot towards the Bromo crater. After the excursion, drive to Kalibaru via the cities of Probolinggo, Jember and Jatiroto.
Meals Included – Breakfast
Featured accommodation
Plataran Bromo
Day 5 - Mount Bromo - Surabaya
Enjoy a morning at leisure. At your agreed time, meet your guide for your transfer to Surabaya city.
Meals Included - Breakfast
Featured accommodation
Majapahit Surabaya
Day 6 - Surabaya
Today your tour concludes with a transfer to the airport.
Meals Included - Breakfast
Melia Purosani Yogyakarta
Centrally located in the center of Yogyakarta city. A few steps away you will discover the main tourist attractions of Yogyakarta such as the iconic Malioboro street, Beringharjo Market and The Sultan’s Palace. Short driving distance to Merapi volcano, the majestic Prambanan Temple complex and Borobudur temple the largest Buddhist temple in the world
Plataran Bromo
Nestled on the highlands of Bromo, Plataran Bromo offers sublime views of the rural beauty of agricultural plantations woven into the surrounding hills. It is strategically located at the gateway of the biosphere reserve – Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park.
Majapahit Surabaya
Take a step back in time. It's 1910 and the building was the most modern and The Sarkies Family as founder named sophisticated hotel of its time "Oranje Hotel". A graceful architecture features luxurious five star facilities and immaculate gardens landscape, reflecting the ambience of the century-old building reveals in 143 lavish suites and spacious rooms for ultimate relaxation. A luxury boutique hotel with a superb location, right in the heart of Surabaya city, for a special weekend or family stays.
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Prambanan
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Mount Bromo
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Sultan Palace
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Mount Bromo
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