Indonesia's Java and Bali

Indonesia's Java and Bali

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Indonesia's Java and Bali

Tour operator:

Mercury Holidays

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Tour Overview

Abundant in natural beauty, sublime archaeological sites and a proud tradition of dance, music and art, Java and Bali are two of Indonesia's most fascinating islands, each with their own distinct, yet equally enticing charms.

Highlights

  • City tour of Jakarta, Indonesia's capital
  • Visit the artistic city of Yogyakarta
  • Explore Prambanan's carved Hindu temples
  • Marvel at Java's scenery from Borobodur
  • See the sun rise in Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park
  • Relax on Sanur Beach in Bali

Itinerary

Day 1 - UK to Jakarta
Depart London on your scheduled, overnight flight to Jakarta.

Day 2 - Jakarta
On arrival into Jakarta, you will be met by a local guide and transferred to your hotel.

Day 3 - Jakarta - Yogykarta
This morning enjoy a city tour of Jakarta visiting the National Monument, a 433ft tower in the centre of Jakarta. Commonly known as MONAS, the monument symbolizes the fight for Indonesia's independence. Your city tour also includes a trip to the Sunda Kelapa Harbour, a great spot for photo enthusiasts as many of the boats in the harbour are the old style two mast 'Penisi' boats. This afternoon you will fly to Yogyakarta, on arrival you will be met by a local guide and transferred to your hotel.

Day 4 - Yogyakarta
After breakfast explore the city's courtly splendour with a trip to the 18th century Sultan's Palace, built in elegant Javanese style and set within a vast walled city known locally as the Kraton. Explore the historical district of Kotagede, former capital of the Sultanate of Mataram and centre of the Dutch colonial silver trade, before trying your hand at silver working. Continue to the phenomenal Hindu temples of Prambanan built between the 8th and 10th centuries. These intricately carved temples scattered across the verdant Prambanan Plain are a truly breath-taking sight to behold. In the evening enjoy delicious local cuisine whilst watching a traditional Ramayana dance performance.

Day 5 - Yogyakarta
This morning travel to Borobudur. Surrounded on three sides by volcanoes and set amongst a patchwork of green rice paddies, Borobodur is the largest Buddhist monument in the southern hemisphere and the greatest piece of classical architecture in the Indonesian archipelago. This colossal stupa has survived over 1200 years and is undoubtedly a highlight of any trip to Indonesia. Admire the stunning views from the temple's summit, before heading to the rural Javanese village of Candirejo, steeped in local traditions and the rituals of daily life in central Java.

Day 6 - Yogyakarta - Bromo
Today, witness the beauty of the Javanese countryside in style on an executive train journey and scenic drive to Bromo. En route you will pay a visit to Pasuruan harbour, an important port town for centuries, to observe local fishermen leaving the shores in search of a catch, before witnessing the phinisi, a traditional Indonesian sailing ship.

Day 7 - Bromo to Ubud
Wake early for a jeep ride across the Tengger Sand Sea to Panajakan viewing spot. From this magnificent vantage point witness a dramatic sunrise and the world come alive over this volcanic landscape, often compared to the surface of the moon. Once the sun has risen, take a short horseback ride to the base of Mount Bromo where you can climb steps to the rim of Bromo's crater and gaze into this active volcano. Return to your hotel for breakfast before boarding your afternoon flight to Ubud, Bali's captivating cultural capital. On arrival you will be greeted by your guide and escorted to your hotel, before visiting a local restaurant where you can enjoy mouth-watering Balinese dishes.

Day 8 - Ubud
This morning watch a colourful Barong dance, a cornerstone of Balinese culture. After the performance embark on an all-encompassing tour of the island from palm-fringed beaches to towering mountain peaks, paying a visit to the island's masterful wood carvers. Experience the serene beauty of Lake Batur backed by its stunning volcanic backdrop, before paying a visit to Tampaksiring. Home to the rock shrines of Gunung Kawi and the tranquil Balinese water temple of Tirta Empul, take a refreshing dip in the alleged Fountain of Youth. Suitably refreshed you will return to your hotel on a leisurely journey through lush rice terraces.

Day 9 - Ubud to Sanur
In the morning visit a local market to buy fresh ingredients before heading to Laplapan village, where you will be warmly welcomed by an experienced local chef who will teach you the secrets of blending local fruits, herbs and spices to create mouth-watering culinary delights the island is famous for. Once your hunger is sated, enjoy a relaxing walk in beautiful Bali Bird Park to observe their large collection of birds from all over Indonesia, as well as a number of South American and African species, before continuing to the idyllic shores of Sanur.

Day 10 - Sanur
Today is at leisure to explore the tranquil beach resort of Sanur, or simply unwind on its soft sands lapped by gentle waves of the Indian Ocean. Sanur is famous for its serene sunsets, so make sure you find a comfortable spot and a refreshing drink as dusk approaches.
Optional excursion (payable locally): Uluwatu-Kecak tour with seafood dinner at Jimbaran Beach, Half day Ayung River rafting.

Day 11 - Sanur to UK
Transfer to Denpasar International Airport for your return flight back to the UK.

What's Included

  • Fully Escorted Tour with local English Speaking Guides throughout
  • Scheduled Flights from the UK
  • All internal travel including air-conditioned/heated transportation
  • Accommodation, meals as specified and entry fees to all sights
  • All airport taxes and security charges

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  • I have particular special requirements - can these be arranged?

    We are happy to welcome travellers with disabilities on many of our holidays but regret that in some cases we are unable to do so, due to the travel arrangements and/or the hotels which are featured. The suitability of any holiday will depend on the nature of a disability and in some cases whether the person with the disability is accompanied by an able-bodied companion. In order to ensure the comfort, safety and enjoyment of your holiday if you or any member of your party has any medical problem or disability which may affect your holiday, please tell us before you confirm your booking so that we can advise as to the suitability of the chosen arrangements & where necessary, instruct our representatives accordingly.

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    We strongly recommend that you and all members of your party are suitably insured as soon as you book your holiday. It is a condition of booking that you must have suitable travel insurance. It is important that you purchase travel insurance that suitably covers your participation in whatever activities you may undertake at the time that you make your booking. Please ensure you provide us with the name of your insurer, policy number and their 24 hour emergency contact number once you have confirmed your trip. Mercury Holidays will not be liable for any costs incurred by you due to your failure to take out suitable travel insurance from the date of booking.

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A* travel agent and a credit to the industry. Living in the North of England, we had never heard of Mercury Holidays until conversing with a family on a previous holiday to Dubai. We were recommended that should we want to book any long-haul holidays in the future then we should book them with Mercury Holidays as they are not only efficient at being very quick to hand and overtly helpful should I have any queries but they also offer the cheapest and upmost, amazing deals online. Mercury Holidays definitely lived up to their name!!!! My husband and I have just returned from a lovely and relaxing 2 weeks stay in beautiful Mauritius. Our holiday was nothing but perfect as we were presented with everything that we want when travelling long-haul; perfectly timed Emirates flights, a beautiful and peaceful hotel situated on the most idyllic beach as well as on-the-dot private taxi, transfers following 2 lengthy flights, of which were all greatly appreciated. Since our holiday, from its initial booking to landing back in the UK only yesterday was an absolute blast and the utmost perfect trip of a lifetime with no complaints whatsoever, we will definitely use Mercury Holidays when travelling abroad in the future. Thank you again and kindest regards, Rachael and Mark - Leeds, West Yorkshire 😊

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Great hotel situated right on the beach. The hotel has recently gone to adults only as well as all inclusive. The staff really go out of their way to ensure you have a brilliant holiday. The meals are buffet style, but you can also book into one of the Al a carte restaurants for two meals for each week of your stay. Another brilliant idea is that you are allocated sun loungers for the duration of your stay ,so nobody else can use them. All in all a great hotel and a fantastic holiday.

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    Mercury Holidays requires a minimum deposit of 295 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 84 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of mercury holidays charges.

    Up to 84 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 43 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.

    At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.

    At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.

    At 0 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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