4D3N Yogyakarta-Bromo-Ijen

Borobudur, the largest Buddhist temple in Southeast Asia, also listed as UNESCO heritage site, and Prambanan, a complex of Hindu’s temples, with its carvings onto its walls, telling the Ramayana story. Besides its priceless architecture monuments, the atmosphere of Yogyakarta is partly due to the fact that the Sultan of Yogyakarta empowers its inhabitants, being supportive and attracting from all over the archipelago, to experience the artistic and bustling life of the city. Mt. Bromo, impressive with its 10 km crater, and if weather permits, enjoy a stunning sunrise and Ijen, shows of natures roughness and beauty. Both volcanoes offer magnificent craters.

ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrival – Prambanan – City Tour – Borobudur – Pawon Mendut (L)

Morning arrival at the Airport and greeted by our friendly guide who will accompany you throughout the trip. Visit Prambanan Temple, a masterpiece of Hindu structure in Indonesia. Next visit Sultan Palace of Yogyakarta, the house of Yogyakarta’s king and continued by Tamansari Watercasle, a garden of bathing pool for Sultan’s entourage. Lunch at Yogyakarta authentic restaurant inside Sultan Palace Complex. Continue to Borobudur Temple in Magelang area, visiting the largest Buddhist monument in Indonesia. Visit Pawon and Mendut temple, sister temple of Borobudur nearby. Head backto Yogyakarta city and transfer to the hotel.

Day 2: Yogyakarta – Surabaya (Jombang / Mojokerto) by train – Tosari [B/L/-]

Breakfast at the hotel. Morning after breakfast, start the day with scenic drive to East Java by Sancaka train to Jombang / Mojokerto (depart at 07:25 from Yogyakarta). Along the way you will discover picturesque landscape. Arrive in Jombang / Mojokerto train station; we continue drive by car to Tosari for 2 – 3 hours non stop drive. Lunch will be provided at local restaurant. In the afternoon we arrive at your hotel for check in and overnight. Dinner at own arrangement

Accommodation at BROMO COTTAGE (Standard Room) / JAVA BANANA (Deluxe Room)

Day 05: Mount Bromo excursion – Ijen [B/L/D]

Very early morning (start at 04.00 a.m.) depart to Penanjakan, one of the most spectacular landscapes in the world. Leaving the hotel by jeep then we reach Penanjakan witnessing the beautiful sun rise (if weather permit). Then the trip continues to cross the sand-sea to get to the feet of mount Bromo. (Please note the ideal time to visit Bromo is during the dry season, April to November. At any time of year its cold on these mountains and night temperatures can get down to around 2-5 Celsius). Then drive back to the hotel for breakfast. After refresh and short rest at hotel, we continue our trip to Ijen. We drive to Ijen Resort and Villas – your luxurious accommodation, perched at the edge of the rainforest in the foothills of the volcanoes. Lunch is at local restaurant en-route.

Dinner and accommodation at IJEN RESORT & VILLAS (Resort’s Deluxe-formerly Superior Room) / IJEN RESORT & VILLAS (Villas’s Deluxe-formerly Deluxe Room)

Day 06: Ijen excursoin – Lovina [B/L/-]

05.00 a.m. After an early wake-up call and breakfast, our vehicle carries you through the rural villages, coffee and clove plantations and then into one of Java’s last rainforests. Humidity, wildlife, giant ferns and big trees cover the slope of the mountain, to arrive at the Park Ranger’s post to begin the 90 minute hike to Ijen Crater, along a shady track with spectacular views. The stunning view is unveiled at 2883 meters altitude. The lake eerie color and smoke wafting from bright yellow sulfur deposits create the landscape desolate, barren and vibrantly alive. Watching miners descend into the crater and re-emerge carrying up to 80 kilos of ore on bamboo basket along the treacherous path. Afterwards, walk down the mountain and we drive back to the hotel. (Please note this excursion not suitable for elderly clients and clients with walking difficulties). Arrive at hotel around 11:00 hr and then be prepare for continue the trip to Lovina, Bali Island. We will pass Banyuwangi and then take public ferry via Ketapang Harbour. Afternoon arrive in Lovina Bali and drop of at your hotel.

This ‘4 Days 3 Nights Yogyakarta-Bromo-Ijen’ package includes:

- - - 3 – nights accommodation at your chosen Hotel, based on twin-sharing (2 persons per room)
    - Meals mentioned in the itinerary as specified (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
    - Private transportation in a chauffeur-driven, air-conditioned vehicle
    - Bottled drinking water during transfers and tours
    - Tours and activities as indicated in the itinerary
    - Professional and licensed English-speaking guide (additional charge applies for other language speaking guide)
    - All entrance fees, donations and parking fees as per itinerary

This ‘4 Days 3 Nights Yogyakarta-Bromo’ package does NOT include:

- - - Visa fee / arrangements if applicable
    - Any domestic or international flights
    - Any alcoholic beverages
    - Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone call, room service, mini bar, etc
    - Personal health and travel insurance
    - Gratuities/ tipping for driver and/or guide and porterage
    - Any High Season and Peak /festive season surcharge (see below)
    - Any additional excursion/optional tours/activities that are not mentioned in the itinerary

Good to know

- - - Minimum of 2 persons per booking
    - Additional charges apply during high season and peak season period
    - Price and booking confirmation are subject to room availability
    - Private basis only (no seat in coach available)