The Grand Java Journey

Discover the best of Java on an unforgettable ten-day journey through ancient temples, royal traditions, scenic highlands, rural landscapes, and spectacular volcanoes.

Duration: 10D/9N

Price from: PAX

Difficulty: Challenging / Moderate-Challenging

Pick Up Point: Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA), Yogyakarta railway station, or designated hotel in Yogyakarta.

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The Grand Java Journey

Begin the journey in Yogyakarta with a relaxed introduction to the city and Javanese cuisine.

Discover the Sultan’s Palace, traditional neighbourhoods, markets and the city’s artistic traditions, with opportunities for batik or artisan experiences.

Explore Prambanan before spending time discovering craftsmanship, performing arts or local culinary traditions.

Visit Borobudur and continue into the surrounding countryside for village encounters, rice fields and a closer look at rural life.

Journey into Central Java’s highlands to explore ancient temples, lakes, geothermal terrain and agricultural landscapes.

Continue east by train and/or private vehicle. Rather than simply serving as a transfer, the journey becomes part of the experience as Java’s scenery changes between regions.

Explore plantations, villages, waterfalls or highland scenery while travelling toward the Tengger region.

Experience Bromo’s volcanic landscape with panoramic viewpoints and a 4WD journey through the Tengger caldera.

Continue east through rural landscapes and plantation country toward the Ijen region.

Complete the Java journey with an exploration of Ijen’s dramatic crater landscapes before continuing toward Banyuwangi and Bali.

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The Grand Java Journey

Includes

Airport arrival and departure transfers.
Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the itinerary.
Entrance fees to attractions specified in the finalized itinerary.
Lunches, dinners, and beverages.
Bottled mineral water during scheduled excursions.
Tips and gratuities for drivers.
Welcome flower garland upon arrival

Excludes

Tips and gratuities for guides.
Laundry, foods and beverages outside the main package.
Personal expenses, shopping, and souvenirs.
International and domestic flights.
Travel insurance and personal medical expenses.
Optional activities and experiences not specified in the package.
Additional transportation outside scheduled activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

The dry season, generally from May to October, offers favourable conditions for temple visits, countryside exploration, railway travel, and volcanic excursions. The journey can be arranged outside these months, although rainfall and mountain weather may affect certain activities.

Most cultural and village experiences involve gentle walking. However, Mount Bromo includes sandy terrain and crater stairs, while Ijen requires a more demanding uphill trek. Guests should have reasonable physical fitness and be comfortable with long travel days.

Yes. The itinerary is designed to include a scenic intercity train journey between Central and East Java, subject to schedules and seat availability. Private road transfers connect the railway stations with the destinations that cannot be reached directly by train.

Absolutely. Guests can add extra nights in Yogyakarta, Borobudur, Dieng, or East Java, and incorporate additional cultural workshops, plantation experiences, waterfalls, or village encounters. The volcanic activities can also be adjusted according to fitness and local access conditions.

Yes. After exploring Ijen, guests can continue to Banyuwangi and cross the Bali Strait via the Ketapang–Gilimanuk ferry. Onward transfers can be arranged to West Bali, North Bali, or other destinations, with costs depending on the final location.

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