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Indonesia is a large country that is located between two continents, Asia and Australia. It’s also located between two oceans, the Indian and Pacific oceans. Indonesia represents a highly diverse tropical paradise and archipelago of some 18,000 islands. A nexus of people from all over Asia has produced over 300 unique cultural groups, each with their own language, festivals and elaborate, symbolic rituals. Indonesia encompasses two different ecological regions and is a major juncture of tectonic plates producing an environment of volcanoes and intensely rich terrain. It is well known for its beautiful and exotic beaches, rejuvenating spas, stunning archeological and holy sites, some of the best diving areas in the world, and rare animals like the Komodo Dragon and the famed Orangutan. This complex island archipelago of Indonesia has much to explore and experience for every type of traveler.

Bali, known as the Land of the Gods is prized for its natural beauty. Located just below the equator, 600 miles east of Jakarta and 1000 miles north of Western Australia, the island conjures up the image of friendly people, ancient temples, lush greenery, warm water and high mountain peaks. Inspired by the Balinese culture of rejuvenating the mind and soul, Bali’s stunning white sand beaches, exotic spas and healing ceremonies lure those searching for pure relaxation and serenity. A magical part of Balinese culture everyone should experience are the rituals that include its exotic music, dance and drama. Well known for its world class dive sites, sports enthusiasts will find plenty more to entice them including biking, white water rafting, surfing and mountain hiking.

Java lies southeast of Malaysia and to the west of Bali and the most populated island on earth, but nearly two thirds of the island is in agricultural production. Jakarta is the largest city and capital of Indonesia. Java is the heart of the nation and home to great antiquities and UNESCO sites such as the stupa of Borobudur. Java offers a large and diverse wildlife population including many species of birds, monkeys, butterflies, the one horned rhinoceros and other animals. Yogyakarta is the cultural center of the island with great workshops, the Ramayana Ballet and much more. Biking in the countryside and hiking up mighty Javanese volcanoes such as Mt. Bromo at sunrise are like rites of passage. The island is irresistible with its modern city culture, the splendors of nature, smoking volcanoes, rainforests, and incredible white sand beaches.

INDONESIA, THE EMERALD OF THE EQUATOR

Raj Ampat is by definition, enchanting, beautiful, and magnificent. Located on Papua, the most eastern island of the Indonesian archipelago, it is comprised of 1500 small islands and cays, surrounded by four main islands. It is the ultimate experience for underwater enthusiasts because of its diverse living ecology with 75% of the world’s species found here. Above the water, a variety of bird species exist in the lush tropical jungle, including the rare dancing Bird of Paradise. Friendly Papuan people add to the ambience by offering their distinct hospitality through their dances and songs. With all of the fascinating wonders under and above water, Raja Ampat offers that ultimate serene and intriguing experience most can only dream of.

Komodo Island and part of the Komodo National Park is located in the center of the Indonesian archipelago, between the islands of Sumbawa and Flores. The remarkable and famous Komodo dragon, so called because of its fearsome size and aggressive behavior lives in this area of dry savanna and shrubland. Existing nowhere else in the world, it is the largest living species of lizard, growing up to 10 feet in length. They lure adventurers and scientists alike as they are the last living relic of a species that once populated Australia and Indonesia. Rich coral reefs also are host to a diversity of underwater species including sea turtles, whales, dolphins and dugongs and is popular with divers. Komodo has one of the most starkly contrasting landscapes in Indonesia and provides a rare and compelling experience for nature lovers.

Lombok Island is separated by the Lombok strait from Bali Island in the West. Less visited than Bali, Lombok has no shortage of attractions for water and nature lovers. For hikers, Mount Rinjani, Indonesia’s highest volcano offers an interesting challenge and spectacular views. Beautiful beaches abound and Gili Meno, one of the small Gili Islands surrounding Lombok is defined by white sand beaches and a more secluded feeling. This is another of Indonesia’s famous honeymoon destinations, Gili air is great for families just wanting to relax, swim and enjoy the horse drawn carriages. Traditional village life provides cultural insight and the nearby pink coral beach on the southeast part of the island offer a more remote experience. Lombok shines as a more off the beaten track destination with its untouched nature and is ideal for getting away from it all.

JAVA, BALI & BORNEO ECOBOROBUDUR - KUMAI - TANJUNG PUTING NATIONAL PARK - UBUD

9 days - 8 nights

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Day 1: Arrival Yogyakarta Arrive in Yogyakarta Airport. After the immigration process and pickup luggage, our tour guide will meet you at the exit gate and take you to Borobudur check in hotel.

Day 2: Borobudur Sunrise & Candirejo Village TourWake up early to witness the sun rise on the world famous Borobudur temple, your tour guide will be ready at 04:30. This is the best time of the day to explore this massive Buddhist Temple. It was built under the Sailendra dynasty in the early 9th century and took almost 100 years to be completed (was supposedly inaugurated in 824). Borobudur is a massive pyramid that rises up from the green plains like the neighboring volcanoes. From its 150,000-square-foot base, we have to climb up six tiers to the top. The top level is dotted with 72 small, latticework stupas, each with a statue of Buddha inside, visible through the grates. Your tour guide will explain the story which tells from the relief of each floor. Enjoy the view of the temple and the majestic Merapi mountain from the shining turquoise lights of the sunrise. Back to the hotel before going to Candirejo village. A traditional Javanese village rich in its natural surroundings, portraying traditional Javanese culture and day life through traditional houses, plantation resources, art performances, farming and local food. You will participate in their daily social activities to experience their culture and lifestyle. Enjoy the traditional, cultural-preserved transportation, the carriage of Yogyakarta ‘Andong “ surrounding areas.

Day 3: Selogriyo Rain Forest and Rice Terrace Trekking Today, visit a rural Javanese Village of Citran, 45 minutes north of Borobudur on the Gianti hill. At the drop point, take a short motorbike ride to reach the starting point. 90 minutes walk-through rainforest jungle, rice terraces and little streams of crystal-clear water river on the foot of Sumbing Mountain.. Enjoy the stunning view of the rice terrace with coconuts trees backdrop, villager’s gardens of various plantation of cassava, sweet potato and long beans, and beautiful view of valleys with Majestic mountain background. The hike ends at Selogriyo temple, built in a small Hindu structure located on the hill with a shape resembling a fruit called Amalaka. We continue to walk through alleys of the village to the main road where the car is waiting for us to drive back to Borobudur.NOTE: at the moment the temple still under renovation until further notice

Day 4: Semarang - Pangkalan Bun - Kumai - Proboscis Tour Meet your guide and transfer to Semarang airport (2.5 hours drive) for your flight to Pangkalan Bun.Upon arrival, meet your guide and transfer to Kumai River Harbor (20 minutes drive). Embark a Local River Boat for a cruise across the Kumai River. Enjoy cool breeze along the cruise in the middle rainforest, occasionally you can see Proboscis Monkey (Nasalis larvatus) is also known as the Dutch Monkey or the Long-nosed Monkey. Lunch is served on the way. Dinner and Overnight onboard the boat.

Day 5: Camp Leakey TourEnjoy breakfast while cruising upstream to the Leakey River towards Camp Leakey. On the way, you might see Proboscis monkeys, Macaques, crocodiles, lizards and numerous bird species, including the magnificent HornBill. Visit the information centre to learn about orangutan as well as the other animals and plants of the Tanjung Puting National Park. You will pass the black river before you reach the camp. At the camp, a local Ranger and our guide will lead you on a trek through the Jungle around the camp, heading to the feeding station. On the way, you might see more wildlife such as Orangutans, Gibbons, wild pigs, Kingfisher, Broadbill, Hornbill and many others. After joining the feeding, we get back to Camp Leakey and Cruising back downstream. Lunch, Dinner and Overnight onboard of The Boat.

Day 6: Pangkalan Bun - Semarang - Denpasar - UbudEarly breakfast on the way cruising to Kumai Harbor (2 hours). Disembark and transfer to Pangkalan Bun Airport for your flight to Denpasar via Semarang.Arrive in Denpasar International Airport. After the immigration process and pickup luggage, your guide will meet you at the exit gate, and transfer to the hotel check-in in Ubud. (2 hours drive)

Day 7: Agung Rai Museum–Monkey Forest Sanctuary–Gunung Kawi TempleOver the years Ubud’s spectacular natural beauty has been recorded in large collections of timeless art, and stunning examples can be found when visiting the Agung Rai Museum of Art. Next the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary set in 27 acres of dense jungle in the Padangtegal area of Ubud is a must-see. ant Hindu archaeological and spiritual site. After lunch, visit The Traditional Ubud Art Market, filmed in the movie, Eat, Pray Love is centered among the art producing villages of the area and is one of the best markets to find a myriad of interesting traditional and contemporary crafts. Afterward we will take you to visit Gunung Kawi Temple located on mystical Pakerisan River valley in Tampak Siring Village, an archaeological complex carved out of the living rock and dating back to the 11th century. Walk down 300+ steps to reach the temple passing by lush jungle and rice terraces. It is one of UNESCO Archeology sites in Bali

Day 8: Rice Field Walk With High Caste Balinese IntelectualMeet your guide and transfer to meet Mr. Ida Bagus Dharma. Mr Bagus Dharma, a well-respected person in his village, will welcome you in his private residence and walk with you through the rice paddies on a path through nearby villages, spice plantations and a tropical forest. Along the way, he will explain the way Balinese cultivate rice as well as the Subak irrigation system as well as on traditional medication produced from herbs and plants. After the walk through the rice fields, enjoy a picnic lunch that is served in his house. After Lunch, we drove to visit a hidden shrine with a small waterfall which is known by locals for blessing rituals. Together with villagers, he will lead you to placing offerings on the shrine before bathing on the holy waterfall.

Day 9: Ubud - Denpasar DepartureMeet your guide and transfer to the airport for your departure.

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Day 1: Arrival Yogyakarta - Borobudur Arrive in Yogyakarta Airport. After the immigration process and pickup luggage, your tour guide will meet you at the exit gate and take you to the hotel check-in. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 2: Borobudur Sunrise & Candirejo Village Tour,Wake up early to witness the sun rise on the world famous Borobudur Temple. It was built under the Sailendra dynasty in the early 9th BC and took almost 100 years to be completed. Borobudur is a massive pyramid that rises up from the green plains like the neighboring volcanoes, six tiers to the top. The top level is dotted with 72 small, latticework stupas, each with a statue of Buddha inside, visible through the grates. Enjoy the view of the temple and the majestic Merapi mountain from shining turquoise lights of the sunrise. Candirejo Village, a traditional Javanese village rich with its natural surrounding and traditional houses, plantation resources, art performances, farming and local food. You will participate in some of their daily social activities and enjoy the traditional, cultural-preserved transportation, the carriage of Yogyakarta ‘Andong “ surrounding areas.

Day 3: Royal Palace Yogyakarta - Prambanan TempleIn the morning depart for Kraton Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat, a royal palace complex that is the seat of the reigning Sultan of Yogyakarta and his family. The complex is a center of Javanese culture, and contains a museum displaying royal artifacts. It is guarded by the Yogyakarta Kraton Guards and we will enjoy a traditional gamelan dance performance. Next we will visit Taman Sari, where the sultan entertains guests. After lunch, visit Prambanan Temple. This temple is undoubtedly a magnificent piece of architecture and the sculptures and reliefs on the main Shiva temple are amongst the best examples of Hindu art to be found. On a clear day the temple will appear as a silhouette against the backdrop of a sky bright reds, pale blues and wisps of white clouds.

Day 4: Yogyakarta - BromoWe will depart early this morning to take a train to Surabaya. Have your books, e-readers and iPods ready as we will enjoy vistas of the Javanese country side and discuss our favorite parts of our trip on this 8 hour journey. After arriving in Surabaya we will take a bus to Bromo for a two hours scenic bus ride. Check in to Plataran Bromo

Day 5: Mount BromoGet ready for an early departure to Mt Bromo, the active and iconic volcano of Java island. Our guided jeep tour and horseback riding will feature several stops at viewpoints. Mount Bromo sits in the middle of a plain called the “Sea of Sand” (Javanese: Segara Wedi or Indonesian: Lautan Pasir), a protected nature reserve since 1919. We will return to the hotel. Afternoon explore Tengger National Park, enjoy stunning view of plantation and village life.

Day 6: MT Bromo - Surabaya - Denpasar - UbudThis morning we will transfer to Surabaya for your flight to Bali. Upon arrival Denpasar International Airport. Meet your guide and take you to Ubud check in hotel.

Day 7: Batur Volcano and Ubud Village CyclingMeet your guide and drive to Penelokan village in Batur Volcano rim (1,717meter elevation). Visit the Wayans family and try their traditional Balinese style cakes with coffee or tea while enjoying the stunning view of mount Batur. Then we start cycling through the mandarin orange plantation at Pisang village where we can pick up some fresh orange and chat with the local farmer. Continue cycling through rice fields, rain forest valley and irrigation river to Sebatu village. This village is a home for wood carving as well as sculpture artists. A short stop at Gunung kawi temple in Sebatu for its beautiful landscape of Hugh compound and holy water spring altars. A small blessing ritual can be arranged here. Continue the cycling tour to Pejeng Aji village for its best of Garuda Wisnu wood carver and then to Bentuyung village where it was mentioned on Eat Pray and Love book

Day 8: Subak Rice Field Walk With High Caste Balinese IntelectualMr Bagus Dharma, a well-respected person in his village for his dedication to preserve Balinese culture and arts, will welcome you in his private residence and walk with you through the rice paddies on a path through nearby villages, spice plantations and a tropical forest. Along the way, he will explain the way Balinese cultivate rice as well as the Subak irrigation system as well as on traditional medication produced from herbs and plants. After the walk through the rice fields, enjoy a picnic lunch that is served in his house. After Lunch, we drove to visit a hidden shrine with a small waterfall which is known by locals for blessing rituals. Together with villagers, he will lead you to placing offering on the shrine before bathing on the holly waterfall.

Day 9: Ubud - Komodo IslandMeet your guide and transfer Denpasar airport for your flight to Labuan Bajo airport. Upon arrival,meet your guide and transfer to the hotel and check in.

Day 10: Komodo National ParkOur first stop is Komodo Island. One hour walk with a local ranger in search of the Komodo dragons start the day. On the way, you might spot wild buffalos, deer, pigs and various species of tropical birds such as the Cockatoo. Continue to Banunggulung in Komodo Island to see the activities of Komodo dragons in their natural environment. And finally to Pink Beach for snorkeling and swimming. Afternoon return to the hotel. The rest of the day is free at leisure.

Day 11: Labuan Bajo – Denpasar – Jimbaran Meet our guide in the lobby at and drive to Labuan Bajo Airport for your flight to Denpasar.Upon arrival and after the immigration process and pickup luggage, meet our tour guide at the exit gate and transfer to the hotel and check-in. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 12: JimbaranEnjoy your free day at leisure or take optional tours available; Uluwatu Temple, Traditional Jukung boat fishing, Kedonganan fish market, ect.

Day 13: Denpasar departureMeet your guide at the lobby and transfer to Denpasar airport for departure.

13 Days – 12 Nights BOROBUDUR – BROMO - UBUD – KOMODO ISLAND – JIMBARAN

EXPLORE INDONESIA & BALI

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UBUD – MUNDUK – MENJANGAN – NUSA DUA10 Days – 9 Nights

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Bali-Family Adventure

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SOUTH BALI – TULAMBEN – MENJANGAN - UBUD9 Days – 8 Nights

Diving Bali

Day 1: Arrival Denpasar - UbudArrive in Denpasar International Airport. After the immigration process and pickup luggage, meet our tour guide at the exit gate. Transfer to hotel in Ubud and check in. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 2: White Water RaftingMeet your driver at the lobby transfer to the starting point of Ayung River Rafting by Mason Adventure Company (45 minutes drive). Ayung River Rafting offers different sensation and very challenging, discover hidden waterfalls, swim in the pristine water and the spectacular scenery of the Ayung River valley near Ubud, Gianyar – Bali. A professional trained guide will safely maneuver you through around 10 km of exciting class II & III rapids. A refreshments buffet is prepared at the finish point marking the end of our rafting trip.

Day 3: Volcano and Ubud Village CyclingThis morning, about one hour drive will take you to Penelokan Village located on the rim of Batur Volcano, one of the largest and most impressive active volcanoes in the world. Visit the Wayans Family who own a small food stall and enjoy Balinese style coffee, tea and snacks as you enjoy a spectacular view of Mount Batur from their home. Here you will begin cycling, descending through coffee, tea and a mandarin orange plantations to Pisang Village. Along the way join farmers as they plant and harvest their crops. Pedal through rice fields and a tropical rain forest valley to Sebatu Village. Sebatu is home to thousands of talented artists, producing painted wood carvings and sculptures. It is also known for its music and elaborate dance customs. Pedal down to Pejeng Aji village known for the best Garuda Wisnu wood carvers and observe artists creating these intricate carvings. Continue cycling to Bentuyung Village mentioned in the book, Eat Pray, Love. During the two hour downhill bike ride (approx 25km) you can stop whenever you choose to take photos and visit with the local people. You will discover interesting details of village and family life. Visit a village temple and learn about Balinese spiritual beliefs and practices.

Day 4: Ubud - Canyoning at Git Git Waterfall - Munduk Today, we recommend Recreational Canyoning for Fun but we can change it depending on your skill level. The ICO pro-Canyoneer Initiation (CAI) training course provides the basis for all canyoning practice. This standard course is taught in every single ICO pro affiliated center worldwide and is included in every Adventure & Spirit canyoning tour. It provides you with basic knowledge about the techniques used to progress in a canyon: you will learn & practice how to rappel (abseil) waterfalls, how to jump and/or slide in deep natural pools, basic teamwork skills, in-canyon communication, all of which while having a lot of fun in the outdoors. The ICOpro CAI is the perfect way to experience canyoning for the first time. This short course is the most complete safety briefing for beginners. After learning, you will practice the newly-acquired skills all under the supervision of a qualified ICOpro Instructor level 1 or above. Once you complete the ICOpro CAI course, you will be certified and become a member of the biggest canyoning organization in the world (ICOpro). You will be able to participate in the ICOpro Canyoneer 1- 2-3 training course, the next step of progression. Transfer to Munduk check in hotel. The rest of the day at leisure.

Day 5: Munduk - Rain Forest Trekking & Canoeing at Tamblingan LakeA full day tour exploring mountains, lake and rice terraces. We first take you to the Lake District, a region of great natural beauty in the central highlands about 1500 m elevation above sea level. Our first destination is Lake Berata -1500m elevation north of Denpasar, the largest of the three volcanic lakes in the heart of Bali. Visit ‘Pura Ulun’ temple, one of the iconic images of Bali, then start walking down through dense rain forest on the north bank of Tamblingan lake, a small crater lake at the northwestern edge of Bedugul caldera. Start canoeing on a dugout canoe around the lake while enjoying a great view of two volcanoes around you. Heading to the west bank to visit sacred spring only accessible by water, and continue canoeing to reach Gubug village where the car will be waiting.

Day 6: Munduk - Menjangan Pick up from your hotel for private transfer to the Menjangan area. Check in hotel. Enjoy your free time at leisure.

Day 7: Snorkelling at Menjangan IslandTransfer from hotel to Labuan Lalang harbor, take an hour boat cruise to reach Menjangan Island Pier, a small white sandy beach uninhabited island off the north west coast of Bali and has been named as one of the most spectacular coral reefs of Bali. Here, the water is clear and waves are minimal, perfect conditions for diving or snorkeling. Menjangan Island is also called Deer Island because of the Menjangan deer, a species endemic to this part of Indonesia which makes an annual migration across the channel from the mainland of Bali. Enjoy a panoramic view of four volcanoes in East Java and the mountainous peninsula of the West Bali National Park.

Day 8: Menjangan – Nusa Dua Pick up from your hotel for private transfer to Nusa Dua. Check in hotel. Enjoy your free time at leisure.

Day 9: Nusa DuaEnjoy your free day at the beautiful beach.

Day 10: Nusa Dua - Departure Meet our guide in the lobby and transfer to Denpasar airport.

Day 1: Arrival DenpasarArrive in Denpasar International Airport. After the immigration process and pickup luggage, our tour guide will meet you at the exit gate and take you to South Bali hotel. Process your check-in and the rest of the day is free at leisure.

Day 2: South Bali – Amed- TulambenMeet our guide at the lobby to go to Amed. (2.5 hrs drive). Upon arrival, check in to Tauch Terminal Resort Tulamben.

Day 3: Tulamben DivingKubu Shipwreck. A 10 minute ride from Tulamben Beach will bring you to the shipwreck of KUBU. A 50m long fishing vessel sunk on purpose in the year 2012. It rests in 16 to 36 meters depth. We can dive it in 3 levels. At the deepest level you can find a jeep. The Kubu reefs are easily accessible from the rocky lava shore, similar to the dive sites in the Tulamben bay area. The reef starts right off the beach in shallow water about 2 – 3 m deep featuring huge pinnacles of glassfish-covered coral heads. Please check for pygmy seahorses (Hippocampus bargibanti) on deepwater gorgonian sea fans (Muricella sp.)! Nearly any kind of reef fish is abundant, schooling species like sawtooth barracudas (Sphyraena putnamiae) or large schools of fairy basslets (Pseudanthias spp.) on the reef flat, but also individuals like large groupers can be seen. A very highlight would be the gorgeous juvenile pinnate batfish (Platax pinnatus) which hides in the dark of crevices and holes.

WWII Shipwreck. A Bali dive safari wouldn’t be a safari at all without visiting Bali’s very own WWII USAT Liberty Shipwreck, primadona of the day which is only steps away from your room. On this day you will enjoy Tulamben’s House Reefs underwater hospitality with its most complete variety of corals, fish and critters.

Day 4: Tulamben - MenjanganMeet our guide at the lobby to go to Majangan. Upon arrival, check in to hotel

Day 5: Menjangan DivingMenjangan Island is famous for having Bali’s most beautiful wall-diving. The underwater topography depends on the exact dive site but most of them start on the island shelf where we tie to a mooring. We will start the dive on the shelf at about 5 meters which is also a great place for snorkeling. This shelf extends out from the island for about 200 meters, then begins to descend at various angles. For the most part the North East of the island gently slopes down to about 40 meters, and the South West features a much more dramatic wall dropping to more than 50 meters.

Day 6: Menjangan DivingEel Garden. This is located at the most western point of Menjangan Island. To navigate, we usually start on the North wall and drift along the west coast to end up in the channel between the mainland of Bali and the island of Menjangan. There can be some current at this dive site and so we recommend that divers with little experience start at some of the other beautiful sites around the island. Due to this current site has fantastic diversity of fish and coral. Good to snorkel as well, this dive site is situated next to the most beautiful virgin beach of the island. This dive site is a must during your stay in West Bali National Park.

Anchor Wreck/Kapal Buldak. Another famous dive site of Menjangan Island is called Kapal Budak, which means Anchor Wreck in Bahasa. It got its name from the large anchor that lies at about 6 meters. At about 33 meters, lies some pieces of a large wooden cargo boat built 150 years ago. Nobody knows the name of the shipwreck or why it is laying on the bottom of this gigantic wall. Some of the remains are still underwater but a lot of them have been taken out by divers. This dive site is actually not renown for the wreck itself, but more for the diversity of the impressive wall. There is a good chance to see Green Turtles at this dive site.

Day 7: Menjangan – Munduk – UbudMeet our guide at the lobby to go Ubud. On the way visit Munduk village. Enjoy a beautiful trek through coffee, cloves, cacao and other exotic tropical plantations near the village. Gain insight into mountain farm life and the importance of the plantations that once attracted Europeans. Visit a lovely waterfall and later leave Munduk and drive to Jatiluwih. Take a pleasant walk to discover the beautiful terraced rice fields of Jatiluwih, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Check in hotel in Ubud.

Day 8: UbudToday is free on your own activities.

Day 9: Ubud – Denpasar DepartureMeet our guide at the lobby for your transfer to Denpasar airport departure.

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UBUD - SIDEMEN - CANGGU10 Days - 9 nights

WELLNESS BALI

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Suggested Intinerary

Day 1: Arrival Denpasar - Ubud Arrive in Denpasar International Airport. After the immigration process and pickup luggage, meet our tour guide at the exit gate. Transfer to the hotel and check in. The rest of the day is at leisure

Day 2: Five Elements - Wellness Day Experience Enjoy a day to experience the authentic healing and beauty spa rituals and a chef ’s specialty tastings plant-based foods cuisine in a sacred atmosphere. Our team will guide you in selecting the most suitable experience for your needs.

Day 3: Five Elements - Meditation, Yoga and Sacred Arts Today we take you to the next level of body and mind wellness journey to reconnect with your true selves, strengthen our inner power and find trust, freedom, peace and joy. Whether you choose an individual or group sessions - these programs are presented and guided by our dedicated professionals.

Day 4: Blessing Ceremony at Sebatu TempleExperience Blessing Ceremony, locally known as Melukat, a Balinese mind and soul’s purification especially when bad incidents happen such as sickness, accident. Meet our guide at 9:30am to go to a temple in Sebatu village. Our guide will assist you to properly wear the provided Balinese Traditional Cloth of Sarong with head wrap for men and with scarf for women as required entering the Holy Temple. A Pemangku (Balinese priest) who will lead the ceremony, will welcome and help to place some offerings in front of the temple.

The priest starts to chant mantra in Sanskrit, performs a hand gesture with flowers and uses his Balinese bell during the ceremony. You will be sprinkled by holy water and holy rice will be put on your forehead for your good spirits. Afterwards you will take a bath in the holy spring water plunge pool in believe that all bad things and disease will be washed off.

Day 5: Ubud - Sidemen (Spa - Yoga - Fitness)Meet our guide in the hotel’s lobby to transfer to the Sidemen area hotel. At Wapa di Ume, discover and revitalize the beauty of tranquil, serene, balanced self-being while immerse yourself in the enchanting panoramic view of Sidemen with their different mind, body and soul healing treatments facilities.

Day 6: Cooking Class with Locals in Sidemen “Pondok Masa Depan”At 08.00 am, we visited Sidemen Traditional Market, A great chance to see the Balinese traditional way of shopping for their daily needs. Your cooking class session will be held in the local house where you stay and everything is set in Balinese compound. Lunch will be served with your prepared dishes.

Day 7: Sidemen - CangguMeet your guide for a private transfer to Canggu. Check in to the hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 8: Como Uma Canggu - (Spa - Yoga - Fitness)Como Shambhala retreat at Como Uma Canggu is a wellness haven with extensive treatments for body and mind. From a classic beauty treatments to Asian-inspired massage therapy, from Pilates, yoga studios to a first at utmost Jungle Sports studio (an exercise resembles TRX but with different moves and straps).

Day 9: Como Uma Canggu Enjoy free day on your own activities.

Day 10: Canggu - Denpasar DepartureMeet your guide transfer to Denpasar airport for your departure.

Day 1: Arrival Yogyakarta Arrive in Yogyakarta Airport. After the immigration process and pickup luggage, meet our tour guide at the exit gate and take you to the hotel and check-in.

Day 2: Keraton - Batik Lawean Village - Museum Batik Dinar Hadi First visit The Keraton Sultan Palace built between 1756 and 1790, is a splendid example of traditional Javanese court architecture (constructed as a miniature model of Javanese-Hindu Kingdom. There are performances in the keraton’s inner pavilion that are included in your entrance ticket. Then walk to Yogyakarta city back and visit Leather Puppet Artist to see the detailed work of crafting puppet. Next drive to Solo and visit Laweyan village where making and selling Batik, the local Indonesia textile. After lunch,drive to Dinar Hadi Museum, one of the world’s finest batik museums. This museum is owned by Santosa Doellah and his wife, Danarsih Hadipriyono. The handpicked owner’s private collection (1078 pieces from a collection of 11,000) are magnificently displayed on wooden trellises throughout 11 rooms of this grand old colonial building. An obligatory guided tour, helpfully tailored to the visitor’s time and interest, covers the highlights among the antique and royal pieces on display (No photography allowed).

Day 3: Borobudur Temple - Tenun Batik Workshop at Tirtodipuran Village Today visit Borobudur Temple, one of the grandeur of Buddhist monuments rivaling Angkor Wat. Built under the Sailendra dynasty and took almost 100 years to complete. A massive pyramid that rises up from the green plains like the neighboring volcanoes, it has 6 levels to pronounce the sacred number of Buddhist rituals and moral stories beautifully sculptured on its walls and balustrades. The top level is dotted with 72 small, latticework stupas, each with a statue of Buddha inside, visible through the grates. Next, drive to Tirtodipuran Village for your Batik workshop to create and bring home your own masterpiece.

Day 4: Yogyakarta - Denpasar - SidemenTransfer to Yogyakarta airport for your flight to Denpasar. Arrive in denpasar airport, meet your guide at the main exit gate for transfer 90 minutes driver to your hotel in Sidemen. Check in and the rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 5: The Bali Aga Village of TengananToday visit the ancient 700-year-old Tenganan, a village walled by surrounded mountains and home to a community of Bali Aga people, descendants of the earliest aboriginal. Houses in villages are designed the traditional way, made of stone, clay, wood and thatch, and people still live the ancient Balinese lifestyle, holding the traditional religious ritual ceremonies. Only Bali Aga people who were born in the village are allowed to live here (around 400 people still living in this small village) and people are classified by which street they live on — the lesser “third street” is the lowest rung

Day 6: Rice Field Walk and Sangkahan Gunung Temple Hill HikeMeet the guide at your hotel to drive to Sidemen Village for a hiking tour. Start walking through vegetable plantation and rice field, crossing a small bridge leading to a village where we will have a chance to meet farmers. Continue hiking up the hill through small walking paths, leading to Sangkahan Gunung Temple Hill located about 1200 meter elevation. Take a walk behind the temple to enjoy stunning view of rice terraces and enjoy authentic lunch served in a neared-by Boutique Resort.

Day 7: Sidemen - Denpasar – WaingapuTransfer to Denpasar airport for your flight to WaingapuArrive in Waingapu airport, meet our guide at the exit gate and transfer to the hotel for check in. In the afternoon, drive to Prailiang, also known as Prainatang located on a hill amid the Savannah of Sumba. Take a walk uphill to enjoy a fantastic view with sunset background. On the way back to the hotel taste local dishes.

Day 8: Waingapu - Londa Lima BeachToday we drive up to Londa lima Beach, a turquoise and glassy bay with its magical beach for a short stop to drive to the next beautiful beach - Kambera. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the beach. On the way back, make a short stop at Prailiu, the center of Ikat weaving, for a walk alongside to see traditional houses.

Day 9: Waingapu - West SumbaIn the morning drive to West Sumba through the main road, visit the morning market of Waingapu to comprehend the life of locals on their products on sale. Then continue driving to Wairinding hill. There is a spot where the view into these hills is amazing. You will be looking at green and endless hills. It takes about 5 hours to reach Waikabubak make lunch stop at Anakalang, a set fertile valley carpeted with rice fields which make fantastic photographic views from above. After lunch break, we drive you directly to Alamayah Villa.

Day 10: Tambolaka - Maumere, FloresTransfer to Tambolaka Airport for your flight to Maumere via Denpasar. Arrive to Maumere, transfer to hotel check in and the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 11: Sikka Weaving VillageIn the morning drive one hour to explore Sikka Weaving Village. Arrive in the village, you will be invited to the villager’s house where their traditional textiles have been made. The women’s knowledge and skill of traditional hand weaving (tenun ikat) are still positively intoxicating. You will have a chance to learn how to make unique traditional textiles. You can purchase beautiful and valuable local textiles here.

Day 12: Ikat-Weaving demonstration in the hillside village Watublapi & DokaWatublapi is a traditional village in the mountains and can be reached after a half-hour drive from Maumere. On the way, we will pass small rural settlements, overlooking mountain slopes and valleys and terraces with agricultural land. In Watublapi we will take part in a traditional welcome ceremony and traditional gong dances before joining the demonstration of the Ikat weaving process. The Ikat or thread coloring is an old Indonesian technique, and its patterns are determined by traditions and are handed down from generation to generation.

Day 13: Maumere - Denpasar - DepartureAfter breakfast, drive to Maumere Airport for your flight to Denpasar departure.

YOGYAKARTA - SIDEMEN - SUMBA - FLORES13 Days - 12 nights

CULTURE & TEXTILES OF INDONESIA

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EXPLORE THE BEST OF BALI & LOMBOK UBUD – MUNDUK – WANAGIRI - CANGGU - LOMBOK

11 Days - 10 Nights

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Day 1: Arrival Denpasar - UbudArrive in Denpasar Airport. After immigration process and pick up luggage, meet your guide at the exit gate and transfer to your hotel. Check-in and the rest day is free day at your leisure.

Day 2: Archeology Sites and Hindu Blessing RitualMeet the guide at the lobby and drive to East of Ubud to visit Bedulu Village where it is known as the center of Pejeng Kingdom in 10-13 Centuries. Visit The Elephant Cave (Goa Gajah) Goa Gajah is a significant Hindu archaeological site. Goa Gajah is locally known as the Elephant Cave because of its close proximity to the Elephant River. A mysterious cave, relics, and ancient bathing pools set amid green rice paddies. Take a walk down the staircase at the back of the temple leading to the Yeh Pulu Relief. The name Yeh Pulu means rice paddies and Natural Holy Spring. The relief is about 25 meter long and 2 meters wide. Afterward we will take you to visit Gunung Kawi Temple located on mystical Pakerisan River valley in Tampak Siring Village, an archaeological complex carved out of the living rock and dating back to the 11th century. Walk down 300+ steps to reach the temple passing by lush jungle and rice terraces. It is one of UNESCO Archeology sites in Bali. We take you to a nearby Tirta Empul Temple to experience a small Balinese Hindu ritual of Blessing and purification. This temple is famous for its holy spring water where Balinese worshipers have been drawn to for more than a thousand years. Change your clothes with Sarong, get a small offering from your guide and meet with the Hindu Priest who will lead the blessing ritual.

Day 3: Cooking Class at Ubad Ubud Bali Meet your driver at the hotel’s lobby transfer to Ubad Ubud Bali.The host will take you to visit Gianyar Traditional Market to see the Balinese traditional way of shopping for their daily needs and visit rice paddy field to learn about the system of rice terrace in Bali. After visiting the rice field, back to the compound and start your cooking lesson with the explanation of the herbs and spices used on the recipes by the host. In class, the chefs will guide you to cook 1 basic sauce and 7 delicious recipes. The family members will help you during your cooking and explain all the traditional herbs in the recipes that can be used as a medicine for our body. That’s why they called this place “Ubad Ubud “, where Ubad means medicine in our language. As the dishes are ready, you will be invited to have lunch and enjoy home-made Balinese food from your own creation.

Day 4: Ubud –Tamblingan Lake Canoeing – Munduk Meet your tour guide for your transfer to Munduk. First take you to the Lake District, a region of great natural beauty in the central highlands about 1500m elevation. Our first destination is Lake Beratan, the largest of the three volcanic lakes in the heart of Bali, about 50 km north of Denpasar. We visit ‘Pura Ulun’, the temple on the western shore that is devoted to the goddess of the lake, Ida Batara Dewi Ulun Danu. It was built in 1633. Then start walking down through dense rain forest on the north bank of Tamblingan lake, a small crater lake at the northwestern edge of Bedugul caldera. We will start canoeing on a dugout canoe around the lake while enjoying a great view of two volcanoes around you. Heading to the west bank to visit sacred spring where it is only accessible by water. Continue canoeing to reach Gubug village where the car will be waiting. We drove to Munduk Moding Resort for lunch. After lunch we continued to drive to Munduk, check in to the hotel.

Day 5: Munduk Trekking – WanagiriIn the morning enjoy a beautiful trek through coffee, cloves, cacao and other exotic tropical plantations near the village. Gain insight into mountain farm life and the importance of the plantations that once attracted Europeans. Visit a lovely waterfall and later leave Munduk and drive to Alassari Plantation, Wanagiri. The rest of the day at leisure.

Day 6: Wanagiri - Jatiluwih Cycling – Canggu This morning we will take you to go a long bike crossing valley from Sarinbuana Village to Wongaya Gede. Cycling through a small path across the river valley where only accessible by bikes, heading down to Wongaya Gede Village, turn to a small road you will see stunning views of rice terraces, mountains, valley and hills. Feel free to make stop to say hi to farmers who are ploughing, planting or even harvesting their crops. It depends on what time of the year. You will be led to ride on ascending paved roads, passing a beautiful village lining Balinese houses decorated with elaborate carved fences, along with green valley of rain forest. The ride will make a stop at the UNESCO , World Heritage Site Sign for a short break while enjoying the endless view of the rice terrace of JatiLuwih. After lunch, drive to Canggu. Check in at the hotel.

Day 7: Canggu – Tanah Lot TempleIn the morning we visited Tanah Lot Temple. This is a 15th-century temple that sits on a large offshore rock shaped over millions of years by the swell and the tides of the Indian Ocean. It was built by local fishermen on the suggestion of Nirartha, a Hindu priest from Java who came to Bali in the days of the Majapahit Empire. One of seven sea temples around the Balinese coast built to protect the island from evil, Tanah Lot has been a key item in Balinese mythology for centuries and is now the most famous image associated with the destination. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 8: Canggu – Denpasar - Lombok Transfer to Denpasar airport for your flight to Lombok.Arrive in Lombok, meet your guide at the exit gate and transfer to hotel check in. The rest day is free day at your leisure.

Day 09: Gili Petelu Snorkeling Tour & Pink Beach Full day tour visiting Tanjung Luar harbor for catching traditional motorized outriggers to Gili Petelu which is the best place for snorkeling, next to Pulau Pasir which appears during the low tide only. Continue to Pink Beach, the most beautiful Pink Sand beaches in the world.

Day 10 Secluded Gili Discovery Full day trip amazing aquatic Lombok. On the way, stop at a location of Lian ancient giant trees. Those are thousands years old and still stand firm. Continue to Padak Guar Harbor on the east coast of Lombok. No mass tourism on this remote beachside location. Proceed to Pristine islands by traditional motorized outriggers and enjoy amazing snorkeling off the boat. Gili Petagan, one of the biggest mangrove areas in Lombok. Gili Kondo, a small quiet island with its unspoilt beach and crystal clear water where you will have a picnic lunch. We can do some island hopping to Gili Bidara and Gili Kapal as well. The secluded gilis with amazing marine biodiversity.

Day 11 Lombok - Denpasar - DepartureMeet your guide transfer to Lombok airport for your flight to departure.

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