East Of JavaJava, Bali, Flores and Komodo

6 – 19 October 2017

Watch the sun rise over Mount Bromo, East Java

“This was an excellent and varied tour.” Anne Tutt, Tour to Indonesia, September 2016

Step off the tourist trail and experience lesser-travelled Indonesia. Visit the cultural riches of Java, peer into a vast volcanic caldera at daybreak, drift among beautiful remote islands, snorkel in turquoise waters brimming with fish and coral, relax on a pink beach and come face to face with the Komodo Dragon.

Fly into Yogyakarta and transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day settling in at your leisure before a welcome dinner with the group.

Java is the heart of Indonesia – the modern hub and also the cultural heartland. Central Java is where the Javan cultural identity is at its strongest, and Yogyakarta, known for its traditional arts and cultural heritage, is its soul. Established in 1755, it is crammed with magnificent architecture, palaces and temples. On your first full day take a rickshaw to the Royal Palace, where you will visit a puppet maker and the water palace. Visit the underground mosque and a batik workshop – Javanese batik is highly prized – and later drive to the spectacular temples of Prambanan. These are the most outstanding examples of Hindu architecture in Indonesia and the graceful temples are a beautiful sight against the sky.

Rise early the next morning to drive to Borobodur, 1,200 years old and one of the

most magnificent sites in Southeast Asia. Its imposing stone structures loom out of vivid green rice paddies and palms. Spend time here before driving to Candirejo, a fascinating village retaining a traditional way of life, set amongst beautiful rice paddies and rainforest. Wander through an authentic Javanese village and see traditional artisans at work. Continue into the foothills of Gunung Merapi to meet with a shaman, who communes with the spirits. In the evening witness an unusual local tradition in South Square before dinner.

Take the train past lush scenery and volcanoes to Surabaya and check into your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure or there is the option to take a tour around the antique shops of Surabaya.

Komodo National Park Mountains

Prambanan Temple

At first glance, Surabaya is a vast, modern metropolis, but there are many fascinating corners of the old city that are richly rewarding if you know where to look. Surabaya is an historic trading port with old quarters and markets, which you will discover the following day in the company of Graeme Steel, an English expat and specialist guide who knows the city’s old heart inside out. Explore the vibrant Arab quarter, where labyrinthine warrens lead to a historic mosque, the crumbling Dutch quarter with wonderful 19th century buildings, and sprawling, atmospheric Chinatown. Continue through an old kampung and drive to Mount Bromo.

Rise very early the next day to drive up to the crater of Mount Bromo for sunrise. The sight that greets you as you crest the caldera is a lunar-like landscape of epic proportions and a surreal, otherworldly beauty. Smoking volcanoes sit in a sea of mist within a vast crater, making one of most breathtaking sights in the whole of Indonesia. Drive up and over the edge of the major caldera, then drive across the sea of sand towards smoking Mt Bromo and get out to walk up to the lip of the crater itself to peer into the depths of the volcano.

Drive to east Java and Kalibaru and check into your hotel amongst the spice plantations. This is an area off the tourist trail and it has a peaceful charm, with beautiful landscapes. Explore tea,

coffee, spice and rubber plantations. There is the option to visit a local village with a natural spring water swimming pool.

Next morning take the short ferry ride to Bali and continue to the Lovina Hotel on Bali’s north shore. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax – there is excellent snorkelling at the nearby reef, the option to canoe, visit local waterfalls, hot springs or the local town. Or you can relax by the pool.

Next morning fly to Flores, one of a dramatic series of sharp peaked green islands offering beautiful views. Visit the village of Mero to witness a folkloric dance, the caci, a dramatically staged whip dance.

Rise very early the next morning to take a traditional boat to sea. This is a day of cruising through beautiful peaked islands and turquoise sea as you make your way to Komodo. Disembark and take a guided tour of

Borobodur

Old Surabaya Market (top); A view of Ubud’s rice field and Mt Agung (above)

The caci dance, Flores (top); A Komodo Dragon; Beautiful Pink Beach (above)

the National Park to see the Komodo Dragons, walking up to Sulphurea and Frigate Hills for superb views across the island and the sea. Back on board, sail to nearby Pink Beach, where you will moor and take the opportunity for some spectacular snorkelling in turquoise water brimming with brightly coloured fish and corals. Afterwards sail back to Flores, before returning to the hotel.

The following day transfer to the airport to fly back to Bali and drive through lovely Balinese scenery to Sidemen. Sidemen village is set in beautiful landscapes of rice paddies and mountains, and flowers and greenery are everywhere. Spend the next day exploring the village, visiting the local weaver and the community centre, with time at leisure to explore at your own pace, join cookery classes or take a massage.

The following morning drive to Ubud for the day. Ubud’s reputation as a cultural and artistic hub set amongst verdant rice fields has made it an increasingly popular destination. Visit the monkey forest and the Agung Rai Museum of Art and spend time exploring the town. The following day drive to the airport for your flight home or extend in Bali, Lombok or elsewhere in Indonesia.

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Bromo (Bromo Volcano)

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Lovina

Sidemen village Lebuan Bajo

Komodo National Park

5 Oct (Thur) London Am Depart UK (if taking UK flight package)

6 Oct (Fri) Singapore / Yogyakarta Am Arrive Yogyakarta and transfer to the Phoenix Hotel and at leisure Eve Welcome dinner

7 Oct (Sat) Yogyakarta Am Rickshaw to the Royal Palace. Visit the

puppet maker and water palace. Explore the cyber village adjacent to the palace and the underground mosque

Pm Visit the batik workshops. Drive to the temples of Prambanan

8 Oct (Sun) Yogyakarta Am Visit the temple of Borobodur. Explore

Candirejo village. Visit farms, workshops and the cultural centre and learn of village life

Pm Visit a Javanese shamanEve Visit South Square to see a local tradition and dinner

9 Oct (Mon) Yogyakarta / Surabaya Am Take the train to SurabayaPm Arrive Surabaya and at leisure, or optional visit to the antique shops

10 Oct (Tues) Surabaya / Bromo Am Take part in a tour of old Surabaya

including the Dutch, Chinese and Arab quarters, a clove cigarette factory, markets and walk through a traditional kampung and continue to the old wharves with the teak schooners

Pm Drive to Mount Bromo and check into the Jiwa Jawa Resort

11 Oct (Wed) Bromo / Kalibaru Am Very early start to drive up to the edge

of the crater of Mount Bromo. Cross the sea of sand and walk up Bromo’s crater edge. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Drive to east Java and Kalibaru

Pm Arrive at the Margo Utomo Resort amongst spice plantations

12 Oct (Thur) Kalibaru Am Explore the tea, coffee, spice, cocoa and rubber plantations Pm At leisure amongst lovely surroundings

13 Oct (Fri) Kalibaru / north Bali Am Take the short ferry to Bali (1 hour). Continue to the seaside town of Lovina and the Lovina Hotel Pm At leisure to snorkel, relax at the resort or explore the area

14 Oct (Sat) North Bali / Flores Am Optional early morning boat trip with the dolphins or snorkelling. Drive to Denpasar and fly to FloresPm Visit the village of Mero to witness the caci, a ritual whip fight and dance

15 Oct (Sun) Flores / Komodo / FloresAm Cruise to Komodo Island and explore the island and see dragons. Walk to Sulphurea and Frigate Hills for wonderful views Pm Snorkel at Pink Beach and cruise back to the hotel

16 Oct (Mon) Flores / Sidemen villageAm Transfer to the airportPm Fly to Bali and transfer to Sidemen village and Subak Tabola

17 Oct (Tues) Sidemen villageAm Visit the local village, local weaver and the community centrePm Lunch in the village. At leisure. Options for cookery class and massage

18 Oct (Wed) Sidemen / Ubud / SidemenAm Visit Ubud including the monkey forest and the Agung Rai Museum of ArtPm Explore Ubud

19 Oct (Thur) Flores / BaliAm At leisure Pm Transfer to airport

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Mount Bromo, East Java – by J. Baines 2015

Hotels

The Phoenix Hotel, YogyakartaA beautiful hotel dating back to 1918, this colonial landmark is a superb example of early 20th century Indonesian-Dutch architecture. Located in the heart of Yogyakarta, the hotel features an inviting swimming pool and day spa. The Phoenix was the official residence of Suharto, Indonesia’s first president, when he was in Yogyakarta.

Hotel Majapahit, SurabayaBuilt 1910 by the famous Sarkies brothers - who also built the Raffles Hotel in Singapore and the Strand in Burma - the elegant Hotel Majapahit is a classic landmark. Its graceful colonial architecture with immaculate gardens combines with modern facilities and its famous spa to make this a truly memorable stay in the heart of old Surabaya.

Jiwa Jawa Resort, Mount BromoA contemporary artisan-built resort, this stylish and very comfortable resort uses quality natural materials with a modernist twist. Owned by a skilled photographer, the resort includes a gallery of his photos and a collection of cameras.

Margo Utomo Hill View Resort, KalibaruLocated in eastern Java in a land of volcanoes, spice plantations and forests. Stay in cottages close to the river offering wonderful views to a forested hill opposite. The pool area and open-air restaurant also have beautiful views to the garden and the hills. They offer tours of their 9

The Phoenix Hotel, Yogyakarta

hectare plantation garden, including nutmeg, pepper, cinnamon, cocoa, coffee and coconuts, and you can watch palm sugar being made the traditional way.

The LovinaLocated in the unspoiled northwest of Bali, the hotel nestles on the beach between the mountains and the Bali Sea. There are a range of optional activities available including dolphin watching, visiting nearby hot springs and waterfalls, canoeing and snorkelling.

The Bintang Flores Hotel, FloresThis beachfront hotel set in a spacious tropical garden is modern in style but draws on Indonesian architectural influences. With a large swimming pool and private white-sand beach, the hotel offers excellent facilities and service in a beachfront location.

Subak Tabola, SidemenWith guestrooms scattered amongst stunning tropical gardens with lush rice field and volcano views, Subak Tabola comprises a beautiful outdoor pool, an open air restaurant and a spa.

Margo Utomo Pool, Kalibaru, east Java (top);Subak Tabola, Sidemen (above)

Tour Leader

Dr Anne MacAlister was a GP in Lanarkshire for over 30 years. She has an interest in all alternative medicine with special interest and post graduate training in homoeopathy, acupuncture and hypnotherapy. Anne works as a doctor at a number of rock concerts and has travelled extensively to Indonesia, China, Tibet, India, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Australia, Peru, Mexico, Guatemala, Alaska, USA, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Egypt, Syria, Jordan and throughout Europe. An experienced and popular tour leader, Anne has led many tours through South America and Asia and has now retired from her GP practice to focus more on travelling.

The ground only cost of the tour is $4,988The ground only cost does not include international flights or transfers on arrival and departure.Those taking the ground only package should start the tour in Yogyakarta and end in Bali.

The cost includes:• Comprehensive briefing notes• The services of tour leader Anne MacAlister• 13 nights’ accommodation in 5-star, 4-star and boutique hotels and lodges

The single room supplement is $864

• Breakfasts daily• Lunch or dinner daily• A full programme of tours as per the itinerary• Admission fees where applicable• Local English speaking national guides

throughout• All transport including return flights from

Bali to Flores• Tips

The cost excludes:• Meals not mentioned• All personal extras such as water, porterage,

laundry, inoculation fees and drinks• All optional excursions, tours and visits• Travel insurance and visa• Bali departure tax (currently US $20)

NB: Due to the nature of the tour places are limited.

Snorkelling off Pink Beach

Monkey Temple, Ubud

Borobodur

About UsTo travel with us is to dig below the surface, revealing the deeper destination. Of course, you will visit the great historical sites; marvel at the wonders of architecture and engineering; be moved by the riches of culture and art; and experience the most spectacular landscapes in the world. What we also do is make sure that you see the country as it is today, giving you privileged access that independent travel and other tour companies rarely get close to. We give you a variety of experiences, from the sublime to the humble, in the company of intelligent, curious, like-minded people. And while we can be worthy, we also make sure that you have a lot of fun.

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Yogyakarta Station (top); Ubud Market; Pinasi passsing Komodo Island; Komodo National Park (above)