Jakarta to Ubud
Experience Overview
Get to know Indonesia from another perspective on this 14-day adventure from Jakarta to Ubud. Discover both the current capital and cultural capital in Jakarta and Yogyakarta, eat your way through Bandung, hike up Mt Bromo for epic views over the countryside, meander through the lush jungles of Seloliman Nature Reserve in search of local wildlife and cross the ditch to the north coast of Bali, with plenty of time to chill out on the sandy shores of Permuteran. This journey takes you from city to coast, jungle to market and temple to mountain, so take the plunge and get to know some of Indonesia’s hotspots the authentic way.
Highlights
- Cycle through the backcountry of Yogyakarta – a world of flower-studded fields and friendly locals, this cultural centre is one of South East Asia’s standouts.
- Take a guided walk through the jungle and rice paddies of Seloliman Nature Reserve, then sit back, relax and soak up the ambience under the stars in a local guest house.
- Climb Mt Bromo in the early hours of the morning. If the conditions are right, you'll be rewarded with a dazzling view over mist-laden volcanoes.
- Explore Bandung – a city of contrasts – and feast on delicious street food in this unofficial food capital. Sit down in a 100-year-old café for a local cuppa, hike around volcanic craters, then soak your weary muscles in the hot springs.
- Balance out all of the activity and adventure with plenty of time to chill out away from the crowds at beachside paradise of Pemuteran on Bali’s less-visited north coast.
Trip Details
Product Code: 2677
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Moderate
Transport: Ferry,Private Vehicle,Taxi,4WD,Train,Bicycle
Guide Language: English
Tour Operator:
Intrepid Travel
Supplier Code: TISE
Starts: Jakarta, Indonesia
Finishes: Ubud, Indonesia
Duration: 14 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Light
Includes
Meals: Breakfasts (13), Lunch (2), Dinner (1)Accommodation: Hotel (9 nights),Guest house (1 nights),Resort ( 3 nights)
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $2,140 ($153 /day)
Itinerary
Selamat datang! Welcome to Indonesia. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm today. If you arrive early, why not check out some of Jakarta's interesting museums, such as the Wayang (puppetry), Balai Seni Rupa (fine arts) and maritime museums. The National Museum is great for first-time visitors. For a city monuments, don't miss the Monas (National Monument) dedicated to the spirit of the Indonesian people.
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Familiarise yourself with the city on a full-day tour of Jakarta with your local leader. Take in Sunda Kelapa port – where the Dutch first landed, temple-filled Chinatown and the old town of Batavia. See Si Jagur – an old Portuguese cannon ornately decorated with a disguised meaning. Visit a Chinese mansion (Chandra Naya) and gain an insight into the beautiful Peranakan architecture. Wander Fatahillah Square, then explore the religious side of the city at Cathedral Church and Istiqlal Mosque – the largest mosque in South East Asia. Tonight, you’re free to find some delicious local eats – just ask your leader!
Included Activities:
- Jakarta - City tour
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
This morning, take a train to Bandung – a former Dutch city which now boasts a thriving art, shopping and cafe scene. When you arrive around lunch time, you’ll head out for a street food crawl at the Paskal Food Market. Maybe try some satay skewers, gado-gado (a traditional Indonesian salad made from boiled eggs and vegetables) or roasted chicken with rice and vegetables. After, walk off the full belly with a heritage walk through Braga Street – once the centre of local development, this street was home to the first shopping arcade in Bandung, with lots of art deco buildings, shops and a cinema. Sit down for a cup of coffee at a 100-year-old cafe here and watch the world go by.
Included Activities:
- Bandung - Paskal Food Market Street Food Crawl
- Bandung - Heritage Walk
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Today you’ll head out of Bandung for a day trip to the largest volcano in West Java – Tangkuban Perahu, the only volcanic mountain in Indonesia that you can drive to – and its lush surroundings. Circled by pine forests and tea plantations, you’ll soak up the views as you learn about the unique history of the volcano. Take a walk around the craters with your leader, then head to the Ciater Hot Springs. Along the way, visit a local tea plantation to learn about the tea industry in Java, then continue to the hot springs for a relaxing soak to soothe the muscles. Later, you have a free afternoon and evening back in Bandung.
Included Activities:
- Bandung - Tangkuban Perahu Mountain & Crater Walk
- Bandung - Tea Plantation
- Bandung - Natural Hot Spring
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
This morning, catch a train to Yogyakarta. This town is one of South East Asia's real gems! Known as Java's cultural heart, Yogyakarta has a great atmosphere and is perfect to explore on foot. From batik workshops to the nearby Hindu and Buddhist temples, Yogya offers a great array of cultural avenues to explore. When you arrive, you’re free to explore at your own pace – just ask your leader for recommendations.
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Rise early to avoid the crowds at Candi Borobudur – the largest Buddhist structure on earth. This UNESCO World Heritage site is set in a tranquil park and as you approach, you'll see the temple rise before you, looming among tropical foliage. With your local guide, follow the route of ancient pilgrims, circling the mandala-shaped structure from the early realms towards Nirvana. After, you have a free afternoon. You might like to visit one of Yogya's other heritage temples – Prambanan Temple is the largest Hindu complex in Java. Tonight, perhaps catch a performance of the Ramayana Ballet – your leader will be able to check dates and availability for you.
Included Activities:
- Borobudur - Temple Tour
Optional Activities:
- Yogyakarta - Prambanan temple complex (525000 IDR)
- Yogyakarta - City Walking Tour (300000 IDR)
- Yogyakarta - Silver jewellery making course (300000 IDR)
- Yogyakarta - Ramayana Ballet (450000 IDR)
- Yogyakarta - Prambanan visit, Ramayana Ballet and Dinner (1000000 IDR)
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Pedal out of the city on a cycling tour through the rice fields and countryside surrounding Yogyakarta. See the locals making various goods, from bricks to tofu and tempeh. Pass palms, lush green grasslands and the odd burst of yellow and pink flowers by the side of the road, which make for great photo opportunities! After, you have a free afternoon to maybe take on a cooking class where you can learn about Indonesian cuisine. Or, why not salute the sun with a yoga class.
Included Activities:
- Yogyakarta - Countryside cycling tour
Optional Activities:
- Yogyakarta - Cooking course (300000 IDR)
- Yogyakarta - Yoga Class (150000 IDR)
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Travel by train, then minivan to Seloliman Nature Reserve today. This peaceful reserve sits on the slopes of the sacred volcano, Mt Penanggungan. When you arrive, you’ll meet some of the volunteers working at the Seloliman Environmental Education Centre and learn about what they do here. For lunch, sit down for some delicious, locally grown organic produce cooked by their staff. The centre's accommodation is atmospheric, even with open-air bathrooms built in harmony with the surrounding forest, so take this opportunity to relax this afternoon. This is a beautiful spot to appreciate nature, sit under the stars as the sun goes down and spend an evening technology-free!
Included Activities:
- Seloliman Nature Reserve - Environmental Education Centre Visit
- Seloliman Nature Reserve - Environmental Education Centre Lunch
- Seloliman Nature Reserve - Environmental Education Centre Dinner
Accommodation:
- Guesthouse (Number of Nights: 1)
Join the reserve staff on a walk around the property this morning, learning about the local environment and the Javanese tradition of herbal medicine. You'll gain an insight into the region’s flora and fauna, traditional farming methods, rice production and the mini hydroelectricity plant. Finish up with a traditional jamu demonstration and a tasting of this Javanese herbal medicine. Then, travel to Mt Bromo – the homeland of the Tenggerese. The still-active volcano – standing at 2329 m – is the most well-known of the Tengger massif. Retire early tonight in preparation for tomorrow's early start.
Included Activities:
- Seloliman Nature Reserve - Guided Walk & Herbal Drink Tasting
- Seloliman Nature Reserve - Environmental Education Centre Lunch
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Your early start today (around 3 am) will be well worth it! First, drive to a lookout point in jeeps to catch the sunrise over the sea of sand. After, you’ll climb up to the volcano crater to take a peek inside – the ascent is not too difficult (approximately 45 minutes), but it can be very cold, so don't forget to bring extra layers of clothing. It's also worth bringing a scarf to cover your nose and mouth, as it can get dusty. Return to the hotel to freshen up and then depart midmorning to Kalibaru in a private minivan, stopping for lunch along the way. Tonight, you’re free to relax by the pool or perhaps indulge in a local massage.
Included Activities:
- Mt Bromo - Sunrise climb
Accommodation:
- Resort (Number of Nights: 1)
Head out early this morning to tour some nearby coffee and cocoa plantations. You'll see how coffee is dried and if there’s time, how cocoa is fermented. Before you set off, enjoy a nice cup of coffee or tea and snack on fried bananas – yum! Travel by minibus to the far eastern end of Java – Gilimanuk. There is often a lot of heavy traffic on this stretch of road as it's the main entry point for Bali, so there may be some delays. Next, you'll board a ferry across the Java Strait, then another minibus for a journey along the west coast of Bali to Pemuteran – your destination for the next two nights.
Included Activities:
- Kalibaru - Coffee and Cocoa Plantation Tour
Accommodation:
- Resort (Number of Nights: 1)
Enjoy a relaxing day in this gorgeous beachside location. Maybe start the day with a yoga class and then explore the local area at your own pace. You could visit the surrounding monkey-filled temples, go swimming off the coast, or think about booking in a snorkelling or diving expedition to the turquoise waters of Menjangan Island. Otherwise, simply sit back, relax and watch the fishermen go about their day-to-day on one of the beaches.
Optional Activities:
- Pemuteran - Yoga lesson (min 2 travellers, price per person from) (220000 IDR)
- Pemuteran - Snorkelling (min 2 travellers, price per person from) (960000 IDR)
- Pemuteran - Cooking class (min 2 travellers, price per person from) (375000 IDR)
Accommodation:
- Resort (Number of Nights: 1)
Make the journey to Ubud today – the leafy-green natural paradise of Bali. On the way, stop in at Taman Ayun Temple, to take in the impressive Balinese architecture while you stroll around the gardens. Ubud is Bali's main arts and cultural centre with lots of markets, shops and warungs, close to verdant rice terraces and lush jungles. With nature and wellbeing at its core, Ubud is a highland haven popular with travellers. Tonight, why not get a group of your travel pals together and find a local place to eat some traditional Balinese cuisine.
Included Activities:
- Mengwi - Taman Ayun Temple
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Your trip comes to an end after breakfast this morning. There is plenty to see and do in Ubud, so it’s highly recommended you stay another few days to explore. If you do, maybe hire a bicycle and explore the surrounding rice paddies and small villages, or visit the galleries, museums and handicraft merchants in town. If you would like to spend more time in Ubud, just get in touch with your booking agent ahead of time.
Optional Activities:
- Ubud - Cooking class (350000 IDR)
- Ubud - Whitewater rafting (750000 IDR)
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Tour Operator
Intrepid Travel
Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
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Reviews
Kezia - Traveled, March 2024
A brilliant first trip with Intrepid. Our guide Abraham was outstanding and the itinerary covered a fantastic range of places in Java and Bali. Highlights were the temples in Yogyakarta, Bromo and snorkelling in Bali.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/08/2024
Kaitlin - Traveled, March 2024
Abraham is the best guide!! He is always ready and anticipating every need. 10/10 recommend. As a note since it didn’t say it in the essential information: almost every accommodation does have air conditioning so you don’t need to pack a fan like on some other trips. Overall, it’s a great tour and all of the optional activities are fun too!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/06/2024
Don - Traveled, April 2024
Our Intrepid tour was fantastic, and we are generally not ones to book a tour. Abraham, our tour leader, was extremely knowledgeable and approachable and really cared in introducing us to his homeland, in a sustainable, eco friendly way. I’d highly recommend Intrepid’s tour of Indonesia.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/04/2024
Simon - Traveled, April 2024
Three leg tours over 6 weeks- ranging from basic, to explorer to comfort. Every leg was as described, and was organised seamlessly. Local guides are fantastic and their use of specific guides for a particular area really improves the experience.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/01/2024
Tomás Pól - Traveled, March 2024
The Jakarta to Ubud Trip, March 2024 was excellent in the overall amd was expertly led by a dedicated, helpful , capable and professional Leader and Guide , Susiyani.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/03/2024
Susan - Traveled, March 2024
A great trip through Java to Bali with many wonderful experiences – jungle walks, boat rides, swimming, cycling, volcano climbs – and the opportunity to interact with local people, to get to know their way of life. Our guide, Corry Aritona, provided great insights and kept us energised at all times.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/24/2024
Helena - Traveled, January 2024
Overall the trip was excellent to good. Leader was very thoughtful and helpful. There are areas that need improvement like choice in 1-3 star eco hotels (there are many complaints as I read the reviews after the fact). Somehow this trip was overpriced considering the hotels we were placed in. The minivan could be larger for a group of 12-half of whom had long legs, I’m short and I was uncomfortable at times. Better ways to deal with sick passengers while we are crammed into a minivan (hand them a mask or something) While some were thoughtful, others need a gentle reminder.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/20/2024
Andrea - Traveled, January 2024
Intrepid’s tour of Java was well organized. Accommodations were comfortable; local guides did a good job teaching us about Javanese local industries; lots of exciting fun too, like peering into active volcanos, swimming in canyon gorge, etc., and above all, our tour leader was kind, knowledgeable, and great fun to be with.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/03/2024
Helena - Traveled, January 2024
Nova was very patient, helpful and knowledgeable. Intrepid has to do better with the choice in hotels (1-3star). The bus could also be a bit bigger for the long stretch. I paid single supplement and must have been the luck of the draw. In the 3 rooms i was assigned to the deposit box was not working, toilet not flushing and kettle was dirty(Kubuku). Intrepid was chosen due to small group.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/05/2024
Francis - Traveled, January 2024
This trip was a great introduction to Indonesian culture with a very well balanced array of places and activities, lead well.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/20/2024
Adrienne - Traveled, January 2024
This trip from Jakarta to Unud was full of culture, adventure and laughter led by a fantastic, knowledgable and caring guide, Abraham. It is a great introduction to Indonesia and makes us want to explore more of this very diverse country. The people are very friendly and love to chat and practice English. We enjoyed very much chatting to some students at a school we passed while out on a walking tour. Mt Bromo is spectacular and well worth the short climb to the crater. We would highly recommend this trip to anyone looking to explore and enjoy a new culture. The long train rides were very comfortable and enjoyable with great scenery to view. Thanks for another great Intrepid trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/25/2024
Daphne - Traveled, November 2023
Great tour with a very diverse itinerary with some long travel days (trains are very comfortable!) which meant you get to see so much from impressive historical sites and landscapes (Mt Bromo) to observing daily living while walking or biking through rural areas and rice fields. Don't forget to extend your tour in Bali as there is so much more to see and experience there.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/16/2023
Cayle - Traveled, October 2023
I used intrepid for my Indonesian excursion. I was impressed most of all by the quality of the guides and intrepid's commitment to giving back to the culture and communities in which we toured. It has given me a new respect in myself towards the world in which I live.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/07/2023
Camilla - Traveled, October 2023
Highly recommend this trip, so good to discover the culture and history of Java, with a relaxing finish in Bali. Highlights were mount bromo ( definitely worth the early start), snorkelling in Bali and sunset at the Jogja temples. Our guide Corry was excellent, great company and always had a smile on his face
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/28/2023
David - Traveled, October 2023
Corry was an excellent leader for our Jakarta to Ubud trip. Green Canyon is awesome!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/29/2023
Rosemary - Traveled, September 2023
I thoroughly recommend the Java to Bali trip. It encompasses a wide variety of places and activities together with different modes of transport. Highlights for me were swimming in the Green Canyon, the temples near Yogyakarta plus the wildlife at Pangandaran. The Mt Bromo early morning trip is well worth it for the scenery and walk up to the crater edge.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/06/2023
Sian - Traveled, September 2023
This trip is a great introduction to the diverse and rich cultures that make up Indonesia. There are some long travel days as described in the notes, but they're worth it. Our guide Susi was outstanding.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/25/2023
Dianna - Traveled, September 2023
This trip was a wonderful opportunity to see new places, meet new people, while gaining an insight into Indonesia culture and history, through a variety of activities and options and friendly interesting guides. Susie our group leader was fantastic. An enjoyable and stimulating break.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/23/2023
Rachel - Traveled, September 2023
I could not recommend this trip enough. Traveling with an amazing group of people and seeing some beautiful places - my heart is full. A suggestion to add a stop at Handara Gate before arriving in Ubud. It’s a missed opportunity.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/05/2023
Suzan - Traveled, August 2023
Another fantastic Intrepid trip to some areas as yet untouched by too may tourists
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/02/2023
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