Yogyakarta, East Java and Bali
Discover the best of Java's culture, history and volcanoes, as well as Bali's traditional life, natural wonders and beaches in 14 days
14 days, 13 nights | From 1295€ per person
Itinerary Summary
Yogyakarta – Borobudur – Prambanan – Malang – Mt Bromo – Ubud – Bedugul – Kintamani – Canggu & Seminyak – Denpasar – Nusa Dua – Uluwatu – Tabanan
This itinerary will take you to the cultural center of Java, Yogyakarta, including its ancient Buddhist and Hindu temples of Borobudur and Prambanan, its royal palace and its markets, as well as the city of Malang and the incredible Mount Bromo, in East Java province. In Bali, you will also discover the iconic Hindu temples of Tanah Lot, Ulun Danu Beratan, Besakih and Uluwatu; you will contemplate spectacular landscapes with rice terraces and impressive waterfalls; you will immerse yourself in Bali's local life by exploring its markets and visiting its traditional villages and, of course, you will behold incredible sunsets from the best beaches on the island.
Our itineraries are 100% customisable according to your needs and preferences.
This itinerary includes:
Itinerary Details
Day 1 — Arrival in Yogyakarta
Arrival in Yogyakarta depending on flight schedule
Transfer to hotel or villa in Yogyakarta city
Free time in Yogyakarta depending on flight schedule. If you have time, you can check out the area surrounding Malioboro street.
Night in 5-star hotel in Yogyakarta
Day 2 — Borobudur
Full-day Borobudur and surroundings tour from 8:30 am to 6:00 pm, including:
• Borobudur
• Pawon Temple
• Mendut Temple
• Candi Rejo
In the evening, cultural performance with live gamelan music at Sonobudoyo Museum (wayang kulit puppet shadow theatre or traditional dance, depending on the day).
Night in 5-star hotel in Yogyakarta
Day 3 — Yogyakarta and Prambanan
Full-day Yogyakarta and Prambanan tour from 8:30 am to 6:00 pm, including:
• Kraton (Royal Palace)
• Taman Sari (Water Palace)
• Malioboro Street
• Beringharjo Market
• Prambanan Temple
• Sewu Temple
• Ramayana Ballet performance with Prambanan sunset views while having dinner
Night in 5-star hotel in Yogyakarta
Day 4 — Malang
Departure at 7:45 am on the comfortable Malioboro Express Train from Yogyakarta to Malang (8 hours), on a private vehicle (5 to 7 hours) or on a flight to Surabaya (1 hour) and a car transfer to Malang (1.5 hours).
Free time in Malang to visit the Rainbow Villages of Kampung Warna Warni and Kampung Tridi, as well as the Blue Village of Kampung Biru.
Night in 5-star hotel in Malang
Day 5 — Mount Bromo
Wake up early for a full-day Mount Bromo tour on a jeep from 1:00 am to 4:00 pm, including:
• Mount Bromo sunrise viewpoint
• Short hike to Mount Bromo crater
• Lautan Pasir (Sea of Sand)
• Madakaripura Waterfall (optional)
Night in 5-star hotel in Malang
Day 6 — Flight to Bali
Transfer from Malang to Surabaya airport to take the flight to Bali. Arrival time depending on flight schedule.
Transfer to hotel or villa in Ubud
Free time in Ubud (central Bali) depending on flight schedule. If you have time, you can check out the Pura Taman Saraswati Temple, the Kajeng Rice Fields or go for a walk along the Campuhan Ridge on your own.
Night in 4-star hotel or villa in Ubud
Day 7 — Ubud
Full-day Ubud tour from 8:30 am to 6:00 pm, including:
• Barong and Keris Dance Performance (Trance Dance)
• Celuk Village for Traditional Gold and Silver Smith
• Ubud Tegenungan Waterfall
• Ubud Tegallalang Rice Terrace
• Ubud Monkey Forest
• Ubud Royal Palace
• Ubud Market
Night in 4-star hotel or villa in Ubud
Day 8 — Bedugul
Full-day Bedugul tour from 8:30 am to 7:00 pm, including:
• Kopi Luwak Baturiti (Balinese coffee and civet coffee plantation)
• Rice terraces in Munduk
• Banyumala Waterfall
• Handara Gate
• Bedugul Traditional Market
• Ulun Danu Beratan Temple
Night in 4-star hotel or villa in Ubud
Day 9 — Kintamani
Full-day Kintamani tour from 8:30 am to 7:00 pm, including:
• Tirta Empul Holy Spring Temple
• Goa Gajah ("Elephant Cave") Temple
• Kintamani Village with view of Mount Batur Volcano and Lake Batur
• Terunyan Village, home to the Bali Aga people
• Besakih Great Temple, considered the most important temple of Balinese Hinduism
• Penglipuran Traditional Village
Night in 4-star hotel or villa in Ubud
Day 10 — Denpasar, Canggu and Seminyak
Check out from hotel or villa in Ubud.
Half-day Denpasar city tour from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm, including:
• Bajra Sandhi Monument
• Satria Bird Market
• Badung & Kumbasari Markets
Transfer to hotel or villa in Canggu or Seminyak
Free afternoon to explore Canggu and Seminyak, enjoy some of its famous beach clubs or simply relax after a few intense days
Night in 4-star hotel or villa in Canggu or Seminyak
Day 11 — Nusa Dua and Uluwatu
Full-day Nusa Dua and Uluwatu tour from 8:30 am to 8:00 pm, including:
• Watersports of your choice in Nusa Dua (including parasailing, jet ski, banana boat and other activities)
• Padang Padang Beach, Dreamland beach or Balangan Beach
• Uluwatu Temple
• Kecak Fire Dance Performance
• Seafood dinner at Jimbaran beach
Night in 4-star hotel or villa in Canggu or Seminyak
Day 12 — Jatiluwih and Tanah Lot
Full-day Jatiluwih and Tanah Lot tour from 8:30 am to 7:00 pm, including:
• Taman Ayun Temple
• Jatiluwih Rice Terraces
• Belimbing Rice Terraces
• Tanah Lot and Batu Bolong Temples
Night in 4-star hotel or villa in Canggu or Seminyak
Day 13 — Canggu and Seminyak
Free day to explore Canggu and Seminyak, enjoy some of its famous beach clubs and brunch cafés, watch Bali's amazing sunsets on the beach, go surfing, get a massage or simply relax after a few intense days.
Night in 4-star hotel or villa in Canggu or Seminyak
Day 14 — Departure from Bali
Free time in Canggu or Seminyak depending on flight schedule
Transfer from hotel to airport
Departure from Bali depending on flight schedule
All-inclusive resort extension (optional)
Possibility of extending and finishing the trip in an all-inclusive 5-star hotel or resort on the beaches of southern Bali.
Free time to enjoy the last few days relaxing on Bali's best beaches, with the option of organizing half-day or full-day trips and activities according to the travelers' preferences.
Itinerary Map
Included in this itinerary
- Accommodation (13 nights) with breakfast at 5- or 4-star hotel or villa (2 persons per room)
- Entrance fees for Borobudur, Prambanan, Mount Bromo National Park and other places included in the itinerary
- Transfers from/to airports and train stations
- Express train from Yogyakarta to Malang
- Flight from Surabaya to Bali
- Private transport for the full and half-day tours on a vehicle with air conditioning (including gasoline and parking fees)
- Private tour guide in English or Spanish, except for the free days
Not included in this itinerary
- International flights
- Lunch, dinner and drinks (unless it is specified)
- Travel insurance, health insurance or cancellation insurance
- Visas, PCR test fees or any other required travel document
- Extra hotel services such as laundry, phone calls, minibar, massage, etc.
- Any other expense that is not specified as included