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Places to visit along the way Java

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Places to visit along the way Java

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PLACES TO VISIT ALONG THE WAY

Selamat Datang di Indonesia! Welcome to Indonesia!

We would like you to have a great experience on one or multiple of the amazing and unique islands of this

archipelago. Therefore, please find some suggestions for places to visit whilst you drive between the various

locations on each island. Below you will find some general information on how this works with your pre-booked

services.

Is my driver able to stop whilst driving to and from locations?

Depending on what has been booked for you, you have either a transfer or a chartered car planned (this will be

clearly mentioned on your voucher; if nothing is mentioned, it’s always a transfer).

If you have a transfer planned, your driver is not able to stop on the way, as this is excluded. However,

please see below if you would like to upgrade to a transfer.

If you have a charter planned, your driver will be happy to stop for you any place you prefer as long

as the route is possible within the amount of hours mentioned on your voucher.

If your tour/route does not include a chartered car, no worries, give us a call, email, WhatsApp, sms on the numbers

mentioned on your vouchers, and we will be happy to arrange an upgrade (fees apply and subject to availability)

to a chartered car so you can visit some amazing places on the way. Please give us at least 12 hours’ notice.

Want to change your pickup (departure time)?

We are more than happy to change your pickup time of your transfer and/or chartered car. Please contact us on the numbers mentioned on your vouchers to make this arrangement. Please inform us at least 12 hours in advance and make sure we confirm to you verbally or through WhatsApp, email or sms if you would like to make

changes, changes are not guaranteed and subject to availability. Please note, we do not change departure times for: Excursions; Boat transfers; transfers to and from harbors, airports and train stations.

What to do if your driver speaks limited English and doesn’t understand?

No worries, we are happy to assist, please give us a call on one of the numbers mentioned on your voucher. Furthermore, we have added Indonesian instructions in this document, so you can easily show the driver as well.

Things to keep in mind

Various points of interest might charge for entrance fees and parking fees, these excluded in your journey except if mentioned on your vouchers.

Chartered cars are for a pre-set amount of hours, it does not matter if this is driving or still standing. The amount of hours commences once the driver reaches your accommodation at the pre-determined time. If you would like to use the services longer, feel free to call us, or speak to your driver to extend (fees apply and subject to availability).

Happy Trails! Nor its partners can be kept liable for any recommendations, time/distance estimations, made in this document as well as any extra incurred charges outside of the pre-planned tour program. Furthermore, also not for any closures of points of interests.

Selamat Jalan!

Have a great journey!

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WELCOME TO JAVA

Welcome to Java. Below you will find a map of the island, as well as a table which gives you some insight into the key routes, estimated distances and durations as well as places you could visit on the way.

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From/To Jakarta Bogor Bandung Cipanas/(panga

ndara) Pangandara

n Wonosobo Semarang Magelang/Borobudur Yogyakarta Solo

Jakarta 80km 250km 213km

356km 488km 450km 500km 521km 552km 2 hours 7 hours 6 hours via toll

Bogor 80km

125km 190km

323km 473km 493km 535km 554km 588km 2 hours 6 hours 10 hours

Bandung 250km 125km

75km 240km 345km

459km 390km 395km

471km 7 hours 6 hours 5 hours 7 hours 9 hours 12 hours

Cipanas (Garut)

213km 190km 75km

159km

281km 381km 323km 337km 406km 6 hours via toll

10 hours 5 hours 5 hours

Pangandaran 356km 323km 240km 159km

193km

320km 234km 256km

338km 7 hours 5 hours 5 hours 6 hours 7 hours

Wonosobo 488km 473km 345km

281km 193km

118km 62km 93km 136km

9 hours 5 hours 4 hours 2 hours 3 hours 4 hours

Semarang 450km 493km 459km 381km 320km 118km

97km 123km 103km

4 hours 3 hours 4 hours 3 hours

Magelang/Borobudur 500km 535km 390km 323km 234km 62km 97km

42km 84km

6 hours 2 hours 3 hours 1,5 hours 3 hours

Yogyakarta 521km 554km 395km

337km 256km 93km 123km 42km

72km

12 hours 7 hours 3 hours 4 hours 1,5 hours 2 hours

Solo 552km 588km 471km 406km 338km 136km 103km 84 km 72km

4 hours 3 hours 3 hours 2 hours

Tawangmangu/Sukuh 588km 622km 510km 445km 372km

173km 140km 121km 103km 38km

5 hours 4 hours 4 hours 3,5 hours 1,5

hours

Batu 791km 828km 510km 662km 592km 371km 350km 347km 323km 268km

9 hours 7 hours

Malang 808km 844km 745km 670km 605km 386km 338km 363km 338km 273km

10 hours 8 hours

Surabaya 764km 800km 780km 687km 593km 389km 316km 357km 328km 268km

10 hours 8 hours

Bromo 867km 903km 787km 690km 633km 459km 427km 450km

415km 336km

12 hours 10

hours

Ijen/Banyuwangi/Kalibaru/Ketapang

Not possible in one day




Not possible in

one day





Not possible in one

day

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From/To Tawangmangu/Sukuh Batu Malang Surabaya Bromo Kalibaru Sukamade Ijen/Banyuwangi Ketapang

Harbor

Jakarta/Bogor/Bandung/Cipanas/Pangandaran 372km 592km 605km 593km 633km 783km 832km 825km

Wonosobo 173km

371km 386km 389km 459km 579km 627km 621km 5 hours

Semarang 140km


Magelang/Borobudur 121 km


Yogyakarta

103km 323km 338km 328km 415km

519km 567km 561km 3,5 hours 9 hours

10 hours

10 hours 12

hours

Solo

38km 268km 273km 268km 336km

457km 504km 498km 1,5 hours 7 hours 8 hours 8 hours

10 hours

Tawangmangu/Sukuh 227km 243km 239km 341km

427km 474km 468km 6 hours 7 hours 7 hours 9 hours

Batu 227km

17km 105km 124km 241km

289km 283km

6 hours 1 hour 3,5 hours 4 hours 7 hours 8 hours 8 hours

Malang 243km 17km

95km 115km 323km

280km 274km

7 hours 1 hour 3 hours 4 hours 7 hours 8 hours 8 hours

Surabaya

239km 105km 95km

124km 247km

294km 288km

7 hours 3,5

hours 3 hours 4 hours 7 hours 8 hours 8 hours

Bromo 341km 124km 115km 124km

184km

240km 234km

9 hours 4 hours 4 hours 4 hours 6 hours 7 hours 7 hours

Kalibaru 427km 241km 323km 247km 184km

63km 60km 62km

7 hours 7 hours 7 hours 6 hours 2,5 hours 2 hours 2 hours

Sukamade

63km

66km 68km

2,5 hours

2,5 hours 3 hours

Ijen/Banyuwangi 474km 289km 280km 294km 240km 60km 66km

10 Km

8 hours 8 hours 8 hours 7 hours 2 hours 2,5 hours 1 Hours

Ketapang Harbor 468km 283km 274km 288km 234km 62km 68km 10 Km

8 hours 8 hours 8 hours 7 hours 2 hours 3 hours 1 Hours

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Please note, all information presented are mere estimations. All times and travel distances depend upon traffic as well as road conditions. Therefore neither Happy Trails!

Nor its partners may be held liable for any information presented above

Places to visit on the way (please always discuss options with your driver before departure)

From To (v.v) Places to visit en route

West Java :

Jakarta

Bogor

Bandung (Via Toll)

Sunda Kelapa Harbor (JKT1)

Bahari Museum (JKT2)

Fatahilah Museum (JKT3)

National Museum (JKT4)

National Monument (JKT5)

Istiqlal Mosque (JKT6)

Jakarta Cathedral (JKT7)

(TMII) Beautiful Indonesia Miniature Park (JKT8)

Bogor

Cianjur/Bandung Bogor Botanical Garden (BG1)

Wooden Puppet Factory (BG2)

Gong Factory (BG3)

Taman Safari Indonesia (BG4)

Gunung Mas Tea Plantation (Puncak) (BG5)

Cibodas Botanical Garden (BG6)

Cianjur Floating Village (BG7)

Bandung Cipanas (Garut) Asia Afrika, Merdeka Building & Braga Street (BDG1)

Geological Museum (BDG2)

Saung Angklung Udjo (BDG3)

Cihampelas (Jeans Street) (BDG4)

Cangkuang Temple (BDG5)

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Pangandaran Cangkuang Temple (BDG5)

Garut Landscape (Rice Terrace) (BDG6)

Kampung Naga (Sundanesse Traditional Village) (BDG7)

Pangandaran

Central Java

Wonosobo

Pangandaran Nature Reserve (PGD1)

Pangandaran East & West Coast Tour (PGD2)

Pangandaran Village Tour (Visit Kerupuk/Chips Factory) (PGD3)

Yogyakarta Pangandaran East & West Coast Tour (PGD2)

Pangandaran Village Tour (Visit Kerupuk/Chips Factory) (PGD3)

Central Java :

Wonosobo

Yogyakarta Dieng Plateu (Temple Complex, Sikidang Crater, Color Lake) (WNS1)

Borobudur Temple (WNS2)

Pawon Temple (WNS3)

Mendut Temple (WNS4)

Borobudur/Anshor Silver Smith ((WNS5)

Candirejo Village Tour ((WNS6)

Merapi Volcano ((WNS7)

Snake Fruit Agro Tourism (WNS8)

Semarang Dieng Plateu (Temple Complex, Sikidang Crater, Color Lake) (WNS1)

Tobacco Plantation (WNS9)

Ambarawa (Railway Museum) (WNS10)

Gedong Songo Temple (WNS11)

Sam po kong Shrine (WNS12)

Toko Oen Semarang (WNS13)

Sam Po Kong Temple (WNS12)


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Semarang

Magelang/Yogyakarta

Gedong Songo Temple ((WNS11)

Ambarawa Railway Museum ((WNS10)


Pawon Temple (WNS3)


Candirejo Village (WNS6)

Borobudur/Anshor Silver Smith (WNS5)

Merapi Volcano (WNS7)

Ullen Sentalu (smg1)


Solo Sam Po Kong Temple (WNS12)


Gedong Songo Temple (WNS11)

Ambarawa Railway Museum (WNS10)

Batik Village Solo (Laweyan) (SMG2)

Danar Hadi Batik Museum (Solo) (SMG3)

Antique Market Solo (SMG4)

Pasar Gede Solo (SMG5)

Magelang/Borobudur

Magelang/Borobudur

Yogyakarta Borobudur Temple (WNS2)

Pawon Temple (WNS3)


Candirejo Village (WNS6)



Ullen Sentalu Museum (SMG1)


Solo Via Sleman :


Pawon Temple (WNS3)





Ullen Sentalu Museum (SMG1)

Via Boyolali :

Borobudur Temple ((WNS2)

Pawon Temple (WNS3)



Selo (Merapi View Point) (MGL4)

Batik village Solo (Laweyan) (SMG2)

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Prambanan Temple (MGL1)

Gondang Winangoen (Sugar Factory) (MGL2)





Danar Hadi Batik Musem (Solo) (SMG3)



Yogyakarta Solo Malioboro Street (YOG1)

Vredeburg Castle (YOG2)

Sultan Palace Yogyakarta ((YOG3)

Tamansari Water Castle (YOG4)

Tirtodipuran Street (Batik Factory) (YOG5)

Cigars Factory (YOG6)

Kota Gede Silver Smith (YOG7)


Ratu Boko Temple (YOG8)

Gondang Winangoen (Sugar Factory) (MGL2)



Mangkunegaran Palace (YOG9)


Pasar Gede Solo (SMG5

Sukuh/Tawangmangu

Sultan Palace Yogyakarta (YOG10)

Tamansari Water Castle (YOG11)

Tirtodipuran Street (Batik Factory) (YOG5)

Cigars Factory (YOG6)

Kota Gede Silver Smith (YOG7)


Ratu Boko Temple (YOG8)

Gondang Winangoen (Sugar Factory) MGL)

Batik Village Solo (Laweyan) ( MSG2)

Danar Hadi Batik Museum (Solo)

Mangkunegaran Palace (YOG9)



Cetho Temple (YOG13)

Sukuh Temple (YOG12)

Solo Sukuh/Tawangmangu Batik Village Solo (Laweyan) ( SMG2)


Pura Magkunegaran (YOG9)

Antique Market (SMG4)

Kasunanan Palace (Keraton Solo) (SOL1)




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Grojogan Sewu Waterfall (Tawangmangu) (SOL3)

Batu/Malang Batik Village Solo (Laweyan) ( SMG2)


Pura Magkunegaran (YOG9)

Antique Market (SMG4)

Kasunanan Palace (Keraton Solo) (SOL1)



Grojogan Sewu Waterfall (Tawangmangu) (SOL3)

Serangan Lake (SOL4)

Coban Rondo Waterfall (SOL5)

Sukuh/Tawangmangu Batu Sukuh Temple (YOG12)


Grojogan Sewu Waterfall (SOL3)


Coban Rondo Waterfall (Batu) (SOL5)

Malang Sukuh Temple (YOG12)


Grojogan Sewu Waterfall (SOL3)


Coban Rondo Waterfall (Batu) (SOL5)

Malang Art Deco (Ijen Boulevard) (BAT10)

Toko Oen Malang (BAT12)

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Batu Surabaya Via Karangploso:

Batu Agro Tourism (BAT1)

Jatim Park (BAT2)

Singosari Temple (BAT3)

Wonosari Tea Plantation & Factory (BAT4)

Heroes Monument (Surabaya) (BAT5)

House Of Sampoerna (BAT6)

Kalimas Traditional Sea Port (BAT7)

Tanjung Perak Harbour (BAT8)

Sunan Ampel & Arabic Camp (BAT8)

Via Malang:



Malang City Square (BAT11)


Kajoe Tangan Curch (BAT13)

Bird & Flower Market (BAT14)

Tugu Square (BAT15)

Tugu Historical Hotel (BAT16)


Wonosari Tea Plantation (BAT4)






Bromo Via Karangploso :


Jatim Park (BAT2)


Wonosari Tea Plantation & Factory (BAT4)

Madakaripura Waterfall (BAT18)

Via Malang :


Jatim Park (BAT2)






Tugu Square (BAT15)


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Malang

Surabaya Malang Art Deco (Ijen Boulevard) (BAT10)





Tugu Square (BAT15)









Bromo

Via Pasuruan,Probolinggo :






Tugu Square (BAT15)





Via Jemplang, By Jeep :






Tugu Square (BAT15)


Jago Temple (MLG1)

Coban Pelangi Waterfall (SOL5)

Kidal Temple (MLG2)

Bromo Panorama & Sea Sand (MLG3)

Bromo Kalibaru Madakaripua Waterfall (BAT18)

Kalibaru Spice Garden (KAL1)

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Ijen Madakaripura Waterfall (BAT18)

Kalibaru Spice Garden (KAL1)

Kalibaru Ijen Kalibaru Spice Garden & Village Walk (KAL1)

Sukamade Turtle Beach/Adventure (2Days-1Night Tour) (KAL2)

Ijen Crater Tour/Blue Flame (Start In The Middle Of Night) (KAL3)

Glenmore Coffee & Rubber Factory (KAL4)

Kaliklatak Plantation (KAL5)

Ketapang Kalibaru Spice Garden & Village Walk (KAL1)

Sukamade Turtle Beach/Adventure (2Days-1Night Tour) (KAL2)

Ijen Crater Tour/Blue Flame (Start In The Middle Of Night) (KAL3)

Glenmore Coffee & Rubber Factory (KAL4)


Baluran Eco Tour (IJN1)

Ijen Ketapang Ijen Crater Tour/Blue Flame (Start Early Morning) (KAL3)


Baluran Eco Tour (IJN1)

Please note, some points of interest might be closed on various days due to various reasons, as well as that entrance fees are likely to be charged.

Please note you might not be able to visit all of the objects due to limited times. Please discuss it with your driver

BRIEF EXPLANATION ON POINTS OF INTERESTS

Jakarta – Bogor / Bandung (Via Toll), Sunda Kelapa Harbor

CODE: JKT1

Along Sunda Kelapa Harbor you could see Phinisi ships in a line, which have unique shape and the body painted in some different colors. Phinisi ships were coming from many regions of Indonesia, carrying logs, rattan, copra and other agricultural products to Jakarta. When Phinisi goes back from Jakarta, it carries construction materials like steel and cement. You could see the hectic of loading and unloading activities that is still conducted traditionally at Sunda Kelapa.

Tell your driver: Jl. Maritim Penjaringan Jakarta Utara

Bahari Museum CODE: JKT2

This is Maritime Museum with exhibits displayed inside the old Dutch East India Company warehouses. In small scale models and pictures, the museum attempts to give the visitor an idea of Indonesia's seafaring tradition and the importance of the sea to the economy of present-day Indonesia.

The museum has models of fishing boats from most parts of Indonesia, stone anchors used in some areas, modern steamers and also the celebrated Pinisi schooners of the Bugis people of South Sulawesi which at present make up one of the last sea-going sailing fleets in the world.

Tell your driver: Jl. Pasar Ikan No.1 Penjaringan Jakarta Utara

Fatahilah Museum CODE: JKT3

Fatahillah Museum, also known as the Jakarta History Museum or the Museum of Batavia is a museum located at Jalan Taman Fatahillah No. 2, West Jakarta with an area of more than 1,300 square meters. This building used to be a Town Hall (Dutch: Stadhuis) which was built in 1707-1710 by order of the Governor-General Johan van Hoorn. The building resembles the Dam Palace in Amsterdam, consists of the main building with two wings in the east and west as well as sanding buildings used as offices, courtrooms, and underground spaces are used as a prison. On March 30, 1974, this building was inaugurated as Fatahillah Museum.

Tell your driver: Jl. Taman Fatahillah No.1 Jakarta Barat

http://www.indonesia-travel-guide.com/Jakarta_Travel_Guide/Jakarta_Travel_Guide.html

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National Museum CODE: JKT4

National Museum of Indonesia is also recognized as Elephant Museum. It’s called as Elephant Museum because there’s an elephant sculpture made of bronze medal at the front park of the museum. The sculpture was a grant from King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) of Thailand who visited the museum in 1871. Around the sculpture there are cannons which position are facing the National Monument (Monas).

Tell your driver: Jl. Medan Merdeka Barat No.12 Jakarta Pusat

National Monument CODE: JKT5

Indonesia National Monument or what Indonesian and Jakarta people usually call as Monas is a monument built to remember the struggle of Indonesian heroes fighting the colonial domination. Monas was built based on the idea of the first president of Indonesia, Ir. Soekarno, with the help of Sudarsono and F. Silaban as the architect, and Ir. Rooseno as the consultant. It’s builts on an area with a width of 80 hectares. Monas was officially open on 17th August 1961 by President Soekarno, and publicly open on 12th July 1971.

The top of Monas shaped like a flame, symbolizing a never extinguished spirit of Indonesian people. The flame was made of bronze medal which weight was 14.5 ton, and was plated with 35 kg gold. The flame has 6 meters diameter and consist of 77 concentrated parts.

Tell your driver: Jl. Pelataran Merdeka Jakarta Pusat

Istiqlal Mosque CODE: JKT6

Istiqlal Mosque, or Masjid Istiqlal, (Independence Mosque) in Jakarta, Indonesia is the largest mosque in Southeast Asia and has the highest capacity. This national mosque of Indonesia was built to commemorate Indonesian independence, and named “Istiqlal”, an Arabic word for “independence”. The mosque was opened to the public 22 February 1978. Within Jakarta, the mosque is positioned next to Merdeka Square and the Jakarta Cathedral.

Tell your driver: Jl. Taman Wijaya Kusuma Jakarta Pusat

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Jakarta Cathedral CODE: JKT7

Jakarta Cathedral, or The Church of Our Lady of Assumption to give it its full title, was designed by Dutch priest Antonius Dijkmans and built in 1901. Little about the building has changed in over 100 years and it continues to host weekly masses. It is also the seat of the archbishop of Jakarta.

Tell your driver: Jl. Katedral No.7B Jakarta Pusat

TMII / Beautiful Indonesia Miniature Park CODE: JKT8

Taman Mini Indonesia Indah/TMII (literally translated: “Beautiful Indonesia Miniature Park”) is a recreation area and park which is the synopsis of virtual aspects of Indonesian life, representing the cultures, natures and heritages of Indonesian people.

It was on 13th March 1970 in a meeting in the residence of President Soeharto (the 2nd President of Indonesia), Mrs. Siti Hartinah Soeharto, President Soeharto’s wife, proposed an idea of creating a way to raise the senses of nationality, devotion and proud of Indonesia among Indonesian people. The idea was then realized by constructing a recreation area which represents the wealth and beauty of Indonesia in miniatures, which named Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII).

Tell your driver: Jl. Raya Taman Mini Jakarta Timur

Bogor – Cianjur / Bandung, Bogor Botanical Garden

CODE: BG1

The Bogor Botanic Garden, Indonesia's first and foremost botanical garden, is 87 hectares of beautifully kept trees, plants flowers, lawns and ponds within a busy expanding city of 300,000 people. It is also a world famous institution for research and conservation that has developed over many years and is continuing to do so. The garden is an important part of Bogor city providing not only employment but a large recreational area for local residents, visitors from Jakarta and many passing tourists.

Tell your driver: Jl. Ir. H Juanda No.13 Kota Bogor

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Wooden Puppet Factory CODE: BG2

The Wayang Golek folk art puppet theater is a popular art form with a long tradition in Indonesia and one of the most famous forms of puppet theater in the world.

The process of making Wayang Golek puppets starts with a piece of wood that is carved, sanded, painted with enamel colors and finally clothed. A puppet can be completed within an average of three to six days, depending on its size. The puppets are often sold as souvenirs in West Java. One of the most known Wayang Golek puppet makers in Indonesia is Enday Media who have their workshop in Bogor.

Tell your driver: Ds. Sirnagalih RT01/RW07 No.60 Loji,Bogor

Gong Factory CODE: BG3

The Gong Factory is small, but worth a visit, partly because it is in an urban area that is one of the most fascinating and friendly on this planet.In the factory you can see chaps making old stuff the old way. Real Medieval.Indonesia still has lots of tiny little factories where kids make everything from shoes to crackers.

But the main reason for coming here is that, after your visit, you can then set off on foot to explore this unspoilt urban area of happy smiling people, kids flying kites, frangipani and bougainvillea, little red roofed houses, narrow canals and rivers full of young bathers, giant tropical trees and various magical scents and sounds.

Tell your driver: Jl. Pancasan No.17 RT02/RW03 Kp.Pancasan Kel.Pasirjaya Bogor

Taman Safari Indonesia CODE: BG4

Taman Safari Indonesia (TSI) or Indonesian Safari Park as one of the leading amusement park in Indonesia had been successful in the animal conservations as well as in visitor's satisfaction. TSI is also well known as a conservation center as well as a modern zoological garden with various collections of flora and fauna. In this Park, you will not only enjoy the beauty of it‘s nature, but also interact directly or watch the animals wander around freely. Visitors can also travel in this conservation area using their private car or a provided bus through these amazing wild habitats. Indonesia government has awarded TSI, such as Indonesia Green Award, Sapta Pesona Award, Best Indonesia Travel And Tourism Award and Satyalancana Pembangunan Award.

Tell your driver: Jl. Raya Puncak No.601 Cibeureum, Cisarua Jawa Barat

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Gunung Mas Tea Plantation (Puncak) CODE: BG5

Puncak (Peak) is the popular name for the area surrounding the peak of Mt.Gede-Pangrango, located in the Bogor-Cianjur-Sukabumi regencies, West Java Province, Indonesia.

Tea Plantation was built by Dutch Colonial Government and now the tea plantation is owned by PT.Perkebunan Nusantara VII, Gunung Mas.

Puncak has fresh air and mountain scenery. It is known as recreation area for Jakarta residents and foreign tourists. The most tourists came are from Middle East. Even, road to Puncak, precisely in Cisarua, there is Arab village where restaurants are available with Arabian food menu and Arab style buildings.

Tell your driver: Jl. Raya Puncak Km.87 Cisarua Jawa Barat

Cibodas Botanical Garden CODE: BG6

Here you will find an outstanding collection of ferns, palms, 65 pieces of eucalypt, Mexican mountain pines, and glasshouses bursting with cacti and succlents. A road loops around the gardens, passing via the Japanese garden with its cherry trees, and there are also paths leading through forests of bamboo to the impressive Cismun waterfall.

Tell your driver: Jl. Kebun Raya Cibodas, Cipanas, Sindanglaya Kec. Cianjur Jabar

Cianjur Floating Village CODE: BG7

The floating village is set at a huge artificial lake at Bobojong Village, around 15 km North of Cianjur, which is used to generate power as well as for household water supplies.

The village itself is a series of floating bamboo huts and is the biggest fish farming community in Indonesia. There are thousands of fish farms in the floating village and at least there is one fish care taker who takes care the fish. There is no electricity, entertainment and friends.

Travellers can take a boat out to visit the villages, feed the fish and marvel at the wide variety–Gold fish, Catfish, Coyfish, Alligator fish, Nila fish, Gurame fish... the list is endless!

Tell your driver: Jl. Arwinda Sebrang toko material SATRIA JAYA, Sindang Laka (082120890345)

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Bandung - Cipanas (Garut), Asia Afrika, Merdeka Building & Braga Street

CODE: BDG1

The street divide Bandung city in two section; North of Bandung and South of Bandung. It was named after the Asia-Afrika conference which was held in Bandung back in the 1950s. Asia Afrika street is the part of Grote Postweg. The Grote Postweg (The Great Post Road) was constructed in 1808, as order of Governor General Daendles, with more than 1,000 km long and connected the westernmost of Java Island, Anyer with the easternmost of Java Island, Panarukan.

Tell your driver: Jl. Asia Afrika No.65 Sumur Bandung, Kota Bandung Jawa Barat

Geological Museum CODE: BDG2

Almost 100 years old, this is a national heritage building. There is several wings and floors to this Museum. Apparently one of the largest museum of its kind in South East Asia. It houses large rock collections, dinosaur skeletons and meteorites, including a large collection of fossils, of which ~6000 are on display and the other 250,000 are kept in a safe, including the first modern human being skull (fossil), the skeleton fossils of prehistoric animals, and a 156 kg meteorite that landed on March 30, 1884 at Jatipelangon, Madiun.

Tell your driver: Jl. Diponegoro No.57 Cibeunying Kaler, Kota Bandung Jawa Barat

Saung Angklung Udjo CODE: BDG3

Angklung is a traditional musical instrument made of bamboo tubes, played by shaking the tubes, originated from Indonesia or West Java (Bandung) to be pricise. Angklung was originally created and played by the Sundanese in West Java before spreading all around Indonesia and then other countries, just like many other Indonesian traditional arts.

Tell your driver: Jl. Padasuka No.118 Cibeunying Kidul, Kota Bandung Jawa Barat

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Cihampelas / Jeans Street CODE: BDG4

Jalan Cihampelas located in the northern section of Bandung Indonesia is referred to as 'Jean Street' as it is lined with factory outlet stores selling a range of jeans, t-shirts and clothing. Many of the stores along Jalan Cihampelas are named after superheroes or Hollywood action characters like Batman, Superman and Rambo. Along with the names stores have large model of the superheros attached the front of shop.

Tell your driver: Jl. Raya Tangkuban Parahu No. 147 Lembang, Bandung Barat Jawa Barat

Bandung - Pangandaran, Cangkuang Temple CODE: BDG5

Cangkuang cultural preservation is located in a plain likely an island in the middle of a small lake (in Sundanese, called Situ), by which one should take the raft to get to the place. Beside the temple, there is also a cultural residence namely Kampung Pulo that becomes one of the cultural preservation subjects of that region.

Tell your driver: Ds. Cangkuang Kec. Leles Kab. Garut Jawa Barat

Garut Landscape / Rice Terrace CODE: BDG6

Dont miss this beautiful spot along the way to Pangandaran. Enjoy the rice terrace devided by the river in the valley. Find it before reach Kampung Naga.

Tell your driver: Kec. Cisurupan Kab. Garut Jawa Barat

Kampung Naga CODE: BDG7

Kampung Naga is a village which is inhabited by a community in a very strong tradition of holding the remainder ancestors. The differences are visible when compared with other communities outside Kampung Naga. The community are living in the framework of an atmosphere in a traditional simplicity and environmental wisdom. Villages are located in a fertile valley, with the boundaries, in the West Village by Naga forest.

Tell your driver: Ds. Neglasari Kec. Salawu Kab. Tasikmalaya Jawa Barat

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Pangandaran - Wonosobo (Central Java), Pangandaran Nature Reserve

CODE: PGD1

Pananjung Pangandaran Nature Reserve is a lowland humid tropic ecosystem. By interviewing the local people then followed by vegetation analysis, it was found that 116 species of plants therein are used for medical purposes, e.g. Here, you have also a beautiful white sand beach with monkeys where you can snorkel.

Tell your driver: Ds. Pananjung Kab. Pangandaran Jawa Barat

Pangandaran - Wonosobo/Yogyakarta, Pangandaran East & West coast Tour

CODE: PGD2

In the morning before you leave, you can explore east & west coast of Pangandaran. Before 9am, you can see the fisherman pulling out the net from the sea then continue collecting the fish which get on the trap. This is one of the most of interesting dialy activity of a local people there. Then also you can continue to visit fish market and the Auction behind the market.

Tell your driver: Ds. Kertayasa Kec. Cijulang Kab. Pangandaran Jawa Barat

Pangandaran Village Tour CODE: PGD3

You can also exlore the village in Pangandaran to see how the local people activity. You can visit Kerupuk(chip) factory, if you lucky you can see somebody climbing palm tree for taking a coconut. Then see how the process to make brown sugar or coconut milk.

Tell your driver: Jl. Pantai Batu Karas Kec. Cijulang Kab. Pangandaran Jawa Barat

Wonosobo – Yogyakarta, Dieng Plateau CODE: WNS1

The Dieng Plateau is a caldera complex formed by the eruption of ancient Mountain Prau. The caldera was once filled up water and then dried up, but volcanic activity continues to this day, with sulfuric fumes and poisonous lakes. Located at an altitude of 2000m, it's also much cooler than the surrounding lowlands. The ancient Javanese Hindus built up temples and made Dieng Plateau as a sacred place. The word Dieng word was formed from Sanskrit words Di (Abode) and Hyang (Gods), so Dieng means abode of the Gods. The Javanese Hindus built hundreds of temples in this place, but only eight are left. The temples were built from 8th century to 13th century by Sanjaya Dynasty and resemble those of Prambanan, but on a smaller scale. The local people named the temples based on the characters in the ancient Javanese Hindu legend which has similarity to famous Hindu story Mahabharata and Ramayana.

Tell your driver: Ds. Dieng Kulon, Dieng Kab. Wonosobo Jawa Tengah

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Borobudur Temple CODE: WNS2

As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Borobudur temple is a Buddhist stupa and temple complex located in Magelang, one hour drive from Yogyakarta. Dating back from the 8th century, this is one of world’s truly great ancient monuments, the single largest Buddhist structure anywhere on earth. The construction is thought to have taken a period of 75 years, and completed in about 825 CE. Borobudur consists of six square platforms topped by three circular platforms, and is decorated with no less than 2,672 relief panels and 504 Buddha statues of various types. The main dome, located at the centre of the top platform, is surrounded by 72 Buddha statues seated inside perforated stupas. The square base is 118 m (387 ft) long on each side, and the highest point 35 m (114 ft) above ground level.

Tell your driver: Jl. Badrawati, Borobudur, Magelang Jawa Tengah

Pawon Temple CODE: WNS3

Located between two other Buddhist temple of Borobudur and Mendut, Pawon Temple is the third Buddhist temple that was built during the Syailendra dynasty in the 8th century. Examining the detail and style of its carving, this temple is slightly older than Borobudur. The three temples were located on a straight line, suggesting there was a symbolic meaning that binds these temples. Each sides of the stairs and the top of the gates are adorned with carved Kala-Makara, commonly found in classic Javanese temples. The outer wall of Pawon is carved with reliefs of boddhisattvas and taras. There are also reliefs of kalpataru (tree of life), flanked between Kinnara-Kinnari. The square chamber inside is empty with a square basin in the center of it. Rectangular small windows were found, probably for ventilation.

Tell your driver: Jl. Mayor Kusen, Mendut, Mungkid, Magelang, jawa Tengah

Anshor Silver Smith CODE: WNS5

Encompassed by the breathtaking scenery of Mt. Merapi and only a short drive to the infamous Borobudur Temple, a visit to silver smithies in Borobudur area is a must. Anshor Silver Smith is one of the best It is pioneered by a keen and discipline craftsman named Mr. H. Ansor Karto Utomo who successfully established a business in silver processing.

Tell your driver: Ds. Brojonalan Kec. Borobodur Kab. Magelang Jawa Tengah

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Candirejo Village CODE: WNS6

Candirejo village is a part of Natural Resources Management for Local Community Empowerment (NRM-LCE) Project. This specific project's purpose is conservation of Menoreh mountain area for its function as national monument and its world inherited culture. Local community of Candirejo village have good motivation for developing their life. Their local culture and the nature can be exploited to be a tourism interest. They have local handicrafts, local agriculture system, and another attractions which able to attract foreigners to visit. The living of Candirejo villagers is dominated by agriculture activities. If they have a lot of agriculture products, they will move to Borobudur or Jagalan traditional market to sell them. Delman (horse riding carriage) is transportation means which is dominantly used by the locals. The traditional houses of the locals are called "rumah Jawa Kampung" and "rumah Jawa Limasan", and in English, rumah Jawa means Javanese house. In this type of houses, the kitchen is separated from house. Woods are still main material for cooking.

Tell your driver: Ds. Candirejo Kec. Borobudur Kab. Magelang Jawa Tengah

Merapi Volcano CODE: WNS7

Literally "Mountain of Fire", Mount Merapi is the most active volcano in all Indonesia and it has erupted at least 68 times since 1548. The volcano is thought to be largely responsible for the downfall of the Hindu Mataram kingdom in 1006 and the desertion of the huge temple complex at nearby Prambanan. Most eruptions of Merapi involve a collapse of the lava dome creating pyroclastic flows which travel 6 to 7 km from the summit. Some awan panas have traveled as far as 13 km from the summit, such as the deposit generated during the 1969 eruption. Velocity of pyroclastic flows can reach up to 110 km/hour. A slow up flow of andesitic magma leads to an extrusion of viscous magma, which accumulate and construct a dome in the crater.

Tell your driver: Jl. Kaliurang KM 22,6, Hargobinangun, Pakem, Sleman, Yogyakarta

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Ullen Sentalu Museum CODE: SMG1

Tucked away in the panoramic mountain region of Kaliurang on the slopes of Mount Merapi is a one-of-a-kind museum that houses the history of the modern Mataram Dynasty, comprising the royal houses of the Sunan of Solo , Prince Mangkunegaran, and the Sultan of Yogya and the Prince of Paku Alam. Located at Jalan Boyong in Kaliurang, a small distance from the city of Yogyakarta, the Ullen Sentalu Museum lies in the Kaswargan Park, covering an area of 11,990 square meters. Officially opened on 1 March 1997 it took five years to prepare since 1994. The Museum, which also houses intangible heritage that covers expressions, knowledge, representations and skills, is the initiative of Haryono and comes under the auspices of the Ulating Blencong Institute. Blending perfectly with its natural surroundings, its walls and floors are made of stones that were spewed by the Merapi volcano, now found abundantly in the surrounding rivers.

Tell your driver: Jalan Boyong KM 25, Kaliurang Barat, Hargobinangun, Sleman, Kabupaten Sleman, DIY

Salak Agro Tourism (Snake Fruit) CODE: WNS8

A different view of tourism activity in Jogjakarta is agro business, an activity tourism which is using field activities as the main theme. Located in Turi, 25 kilometers north Jogjakarta City, a beautiful landscapes of salak (snake fruit) garden being an interested place for traveler that’s not looking for urban scene. Snake fruits plant is a unique plant which has same details of the palm tree, but a little bit pakis plant in the detail. The fruit, grow up in the bottom. It's sweet and being a major commodity in the southern Turi. The price sell can reach $1/kilos for the best quality. Actually, snake fruit word comes from the fruit which has scale skin similar as snake’s skin.

Tell your driver: Dusun Gadung, desa Kebun Kerto, Kecamatan Turi, Kabupaten Sleman, DIY

Wonosobo – Semarang,Temanggung Tobacco Plantation

CODE: WNS9

Temanggung is indeed synonymous with tobacco to many connoisseurs. In the small town, people have been growing the plant for centuries. And it grows very well indeed, thanks to a perfect balance of climate and fertile soil. One of Temanggung's unique types of tobacco is the one locally called srinthil, a genetically altered strain which is extremely rich in nicotine. Its scent alone is preferred by growers and consumers

Tell your driver: Temanggung, OTW Trip from Wonosobo - Semarang

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Ambarawa Railway Museum CODE: WNS10

The Ambarawa Railway Museum is a museum located in Ambarawa in Central Java, Indonesia. The museum focuses on the collection of steam locomotives, the remains of the closing of the 3 ft 6 in (1,067 mm) railway line. On May 21, 1873 the Ambarawa railway station was built on a 127,500 m² land. This was known back then as Willem I Station. The Willem I Railway Station was originally a transhipment point between the 4 ft 8 1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) gauge branch from Kedungjati to the northeast and the 3 ft 6 in (1,067 mm) gauge line onward towards Yogyakarta via Magelang to the south. It is still possible to see that the two sides of the station were built to accommodate different size trains. On April 8, 1976, the Ambarawa Railway Station was officially converted into the Ambarawa Railway Museum by the governor of Central Java Province at that time Supardjo Rustam. The museum preserves the steam locomotives, which were then coming to the end of their useful lives when the 3 ft 6 in (1,067 mm) gauge railways of the Indonesian State Railway (the Perusahaan Negara Kereta Api, PNKA) was closed. These are parked in the open air next to the original station. In 2010, the building of Ambarawa Railway Museum was made heritage building.

Tell your driver: Jl. Stasiun No.1 Ambarawa, Semarang Jawa Tengah

Gedong Songo Temple CODE: WNS11

The Candi Gedong Sanga complex is located at Candi village of Ambarawa district in Semarang regency, 25 kilometers from Ungaran or 45 km from Semarang, the provincial capital. The complex is easily accessible from either Yogyakarta (about 2 hours by car, or 3 hours by bus) or Semarang. The roads are paved and smooth -- except for the one linking Ambarawa to the complex, which is steep and rather narrow. The Gedong Sanga temple complex, discovered by Sir Stamford Raffles in 1804, was built during the 9th-century Syailendra Dynasty. The temples are situated at about 1,200 meters above sea level and are scattered within a pine forest. The local temperature ranges between 19-27 degrees Centigrade. A number of sulfur springs exist inside the complex, where simple bathing facilities are available -- at a small fee -- for those wanting to bathe or wade in the hot water. It is said the sulfur hot springs can cure minor dermatological ailments.

Tell your driver: Dusun Darum, Ds. Candi, Bandungan Semarang Jawa Tengah

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Sam Po Kong Shrine CODE: WNS12

Sam Poo Kong, also known as Gedung Batu Temple, is the oldest Chinese shrine in Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia. Originally established by the Chinese Muslim explorer Zheng He (also known as Sanbao), it is now shared by Indonesians of multiple religious denominations, including Muslims and Buddhists, and ethnicities, including Chinese and Javanese. The Sam Poo Kong temple complex includes five temples in a mixed Chinese and Javanese architectural style. The temples are Sam Poo Kong (the oldest), Tho Tee Kong, Kyai Juru Mudi Temple, Kyai Jangkar Temple, and Kyai Cundrik Bumi Temple. An additional worship site, Mbah Kyai Tumpeng, is also located within the complex. the buildings are spread over 3.2 hectares (7.9 acres)

Tell your driver: Jl. Simongan Raya No.129 Semarang Jawa Tengah

Toko Oen CODE: WNS13

Hindu TemplesToko “OEN” is one among of the oldest family-owned restaurants that is still being run and managed by the direct descendants of the founders. It was originally begun in around 1910 in Yogyakarta by mrs. Liem Gien Nio (Grandma Oen / (Dutch: “Oma Oen”), wife of mr. Oen Tjoen Hok (Grandpa Oen / Dutch: “Opa Oen”). The name has literal meaning of “Oen’s Cookies Store”. The dishes at Toko “OEN” Semarang are still prepared and done as if it is being prepared by Grandma Oen herself back then. The restaurant is also having the status from the menu which is a classic Dutch Colonial-style: the uitsmijter, huzarensalade, kaasstengels, and so on. For the nostalgic tutti-frutti, people are coming from near and far to Semarang. If we would have a Michelin Guide in Indonesia, they would quote this as “It is worth the detour!”

Tell your driver: Jl. Pemuda No.52 Semarang Jawa Tengah

Yogyakarta – Solo/Sukuh/Tawangmagu, Malioboro Street

CODE: YOG1

As the most famous street in Yogyakarta, Malioboro located right in the heart of the city. In the evening several open-air street side restaurants, called lesehan, operate along the street. This is the

street of the artists. Street musicians, painters, and other artists exhibit their creations on this road. Less obvious to the tourist, but more for the local population, side streets, lanes and structures that lead on to Malioboro are as important as the street itself.

Tell your driver: Jl. Malioboro, Sosromenduran, Gedong Tengen, Kota Yogyakarta, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta

http://www.balistarisland.com/Bali-Information/Hindutemples.html

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Fort Vredeburg Museum CODE: YOG2

Benteng Vredeburg or Fort Vredeburg, a Dutch-era fort that’s been converted into a museum. It houses dioramas showing the history of the independence movement in Yogyakarta The fact that it was built by the Netherland army in the past gives Yogyakarta a western touch in the middle of local architectures. At first, the name of the fort is Rustenburg (rest) but later was changed into Vredeburg (peace). Thus, Vredeburg Fort mean the fort of peace. Another thing about this fort is that it is surrounded by trenches and it also has four control towers so that you’ll feel like you are in Yogyakarta in the 18th century.

Tell your driver: Jl. Ahmad Yani No.6, Ngupasan, Gondomanan, Kota Yogyakarta, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta

Sultan Palace Yogyakarta CODE: YOG3

The palace is known in Yogyakarta as the Keraton. Although it’s open for visitors in the morning, it is still a functioning part of the political sphere here in the region. The sultan holds that particular title in name, not power, since the declaration of Indonesian independence in 1945 – but he is also automatically the governor of the region. Therefore the Keraton is used for official functions, political meetings, and as the royal residence. There is also a cultural link with the compound and the people. In some ways it is almost a spiritual connection. The Keraton was designed to reflect the Javanese cosmos. It faces towards the volcanic Mount Merapi in one direction and towards the Indian Ocean, home of the important Indonesian sea spirit, in the other. The placement of the pavilions, the courtyards and even the trees all have a significance within the traditional spiritual view of the world by the local people. But, look a bit closer, then you’ll see in the intricate designs an integration of the faiths that have influenced this part of Indonesia over the years. There are Buddhist, Islamic and Hindi elements to much of the decoration in the central part of the palace.

Tell your driver: Jl. Rotowijayan Blok No. 1, Panembahan, Kraton, Kota Yogyakarta, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakart

Tamansari Water Castle CODE: YOG4

Just west of the Kraton, are the ruins, pools, arches and underground passages of the former pleasure gardens. It was built in 1758 by Sultan Hamengkubuwono I as a rest house and pleasure park for the Royal family. Tamansari means beautiful garden. It was badly damaged due to an earthquake in 1867. Some parts of it, for instance "Umbul Binangun" bathing pools have been restored. The Water Castle or known as Tamansari, isless than 1 Km west of Kraton. Walk around the Water Castle, relieving the old breeze of refreshing water pools.

Tell your driver: Jl. Komp. Taman Sari, Kraton, Patehan, Kota Yogyakarta, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta

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Tirtodipuran Street CODE: YOG5

A different view of tourism activity in Jogjakarta is agro business, an activity tourism which is using field activities as the main theme. Located in Turi, 25 kilometers north Jogjakarta City, a beautiful landscapes of salak (snake fruit) garden being an interested place for traveler that’s not looking for urban scene. Snake fruits plant is a unique plant which has same details of the palm tree, but a little bit pakis plant in the detail. The fruit, grow up in the bottom. It's sweet and being a major commodity in the southern Turi. The price sell can reach $1/kilos for the best quality. Actually, snake fruit word comes from the fruit which has scale skin similar as snake’s skin.

Tell your driver: Dusun Gadung, desa Kebun Kerto, Kecamatan Turi, Kabupaten Sleman, DIY

Taru Martani Cigar Factory CODE: YOG6

Taru Martani is a legendary cigar company with a long-established history. Manufacturing cigars since 1918, Taru Martani makes cigar that truly understand the importance of keeping the tradition alive. Only the best tobacco leaves used, added with the unique taste from a secret formula makes this cigar is favorite among its followers.

Tell your driver: JL. Komisaris Polisi Bambang Suprapto No.2-A, Baciro, Gondokusuman, Kota Yogyakarta, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta

Kota Gede, City of Silver CODE: YOG7

Kotagede is the centre of silver craft in Yogyakarta. We can see a lot of silver workshops the street. Beside silver jewelry production and sales, Kotagede has also about 170 old buildings that are made between the years of 1700 until 1930. That makes Kotagede become not only as Silver City but as well as Old Historical City. The traditional ambiances are still can be feel in that city. As former old historical capital city, Kotagede is a heritage which has so much potency for its people welfare, especially in tourism area. About 50 meters in the south side of Pasar Gede, there is Kampung Alun-Alun (City Square Village) and Kampung nDalem, both are heritages of Old Mataram Kingdom. Bumen village which located in Purbayan sub district can’t also be separated from historical value. In this village, there is red bricks foundation, the remains of keraton princesses’ residences.

Tell your driver: Jalan Tegalgendu No.28, Prenggan, Kotagede, Kota Yogyakarta, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta

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Prambanan Temple CODE: MGL1

Prambanan Temple, also called Rara Jonggrang Temple, is the biggest Hindu’s temple in Indonesia and one of the most beautiful temples in Southeast Asia. The height of the main temple is 47 meters, surrounded with smaller temples.In Southeast Asia, there are two biggest Hindu’s temples: Angkor Wat temple in Cambodia and Prambanan temple in Indonesia. Prambanan Temple was built in nine century by Rakai Pikatan, dedicated to Hindis Gods, Brahma, Visnu, and Shiva. The temple is located approximately 18 km east of Yogyakarta city on the boundary between Yogyakarta and Central Java province. So, you can include visiting Prambanan in your schedule when you’re in Yogyakarta. Prambanan temple is also one of UNESCO world heritage sites.

Tell your driver: Bokoharjo, Prambanan, Kabupaten Sleman, DIY Yogyakarta

Ratu Boko Temple CODE: YOG8

Ratu Boko is an archaeological site known to modern Javanese as Kraton Ratu Boko or Ratu Boko's Palace. Ratu Boko is located on a plateau, about three kilometres south of Lara Jonggrang Prambanan temple complex in Yogyakarta Indonesia. The original name of this site is still unclear, however the local inhabitants named this site after King Boko, the legendary king mentioned in Loro Jonggrang folklore. In Javanese, Ratu Boko means "Stork King".

Tell your driver: Bokoharjo, Prambanan, Sleman Regency, Special Region of Yogyakarta

Yogyakarta – Solo/Sukuh/Tawangmangu, Gondang Winangoen Sugar Factory

CODE: MGL2

It is only 7 km from Prambanan, this sugar factory complex dating back to 1860. Klaten regency has been a centre of sugar production, when this sugar factory Gondang Winangoen was established and operated by the "N.V. Klatensche Cultuur Maatschappij". The residence of the former Dutch administrator now functions as a hotel, and another former dwelling has been converted into a museum since 1982. Until today sugar is produced here, now by the plantation company "PT Perkebunan Nusantara IX", with some of the old machines still operative, and lorry locs still running. Apart from the museum, you are allowed to roam all over the complex and visit the factory (and it's free!). The best time to do so is in June or July, when the factory runs day and night during sugar cane harvest.

Tell your driver: Jalan Solo-Jogja, Plawikan, Jogonalan, Plawikan, Jogonalan, Kabupaten Klaten, Jawa Tengah

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Laweyan Batik Village CODE: SMG2

Dated back in 1546 during the reign of Pajang Kingdom, batik was introduced to the people. Laweyan has been popular as the place to shop and learn how to make batik. People of Laweyan make their batik —both by printing and painting— in their own houses and make their front part of their houses as the show room for their batik. Walking between the aisles of the high walls of the buildings will take you back to the old times.

Tell your driver: Jalan Doktor Radjiman, Laweyan, Kota Surakarta, Jawa Tengah

Danar Hadi Batik Museum CODE: SMG3

Located in the heart of Solo, this museum puts batik as the main object. It preserves more than 10,000 pieces of batik of many motifs, places, countries. Besides displaying batik collections and its story behind each batik, it also lets you see the process of batik making in its workshop where ladies paint batik on a white cloth, while men are printing. Needs something from batik to be brought home? Walk to the showroom, and you’ll find a lot of it.

Tell your driver: Jalan Brigjen Slamet Riyadi No. 261, Sriwedari, Surakarta, Kota Surakarta, Jawa Tengah

Pura Mangkunegaran CODE: YOG9

Balinese Hindu TempleDenpasar townBuilt on 13th March 1757 by Raden Mas Said who was known as Pangeran Sambernyawa, Pura Mangkunegaran is the other royal palace of Solo. The royal family still lives in the back of the palace, but most of the rest is open to the public for guided tour. The palace is set within lush garden and European fountain. Some of the interior decorations are European style as well because they were gifts from the European countries. It’s museum preserves the kings collections such as jewelries, weapons, masks, etc.

Tell your driver: Jl. Ronggowarsito, Keprabon, Banjarsari, Surkarta, Jawa Tengah

Triwindu Antique Market CODE: SMG4

In front of Mangkunegaran Palace, located Triwindu market where all antiquties can be found. The objects on sale range from cannons, stone statues, door ornaments, wayang (leather or wooden puppets), to radios and old typewriters, antique charcoal irons with their typical rooster knobs, lusterless coins, wooden masks, paintings, clocks and lamps. The key is to be patient when negotiating the price and avoid being “overzealous” when buying the much sought after items.

Tell your driver: Jl. Diponegoro, Ngarsopuro, Banjarsari, Keprabon, Kota Surakarta, Jawa Tengah

http://www.balistarisland.com/Bali-Information/Hindutemples.html

http://www.balistarisland.com/Bali-Interesting-Place/Denpasar.htm

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Kasunanan Palace CODE: SOL1

Kasunanan Palace as also called Karaton Surakarta Hadiningrat was built in 1745 by King Pakubuwono th 2nd. This is the mainly thing of Karaton Surakarta at the same time with the finding of this city. Inside of the palace, there is an exotic art gallery and a museum with exiting heirlooms of the kingdom. A cart and its coachman, ancient weapons, and a keris (Javanese Traditional Weapon), and also antique matters. In the yard of the palace, which is dominated by a tower called Panggung Sanggabuwana, a mysterious tower as a place for the king to meet the ruler of the south sea. There is no such a prestigious and peaceful monument for tradition, art, and culture of Javanese classic kingdom.

Tell your driver: Jl. Sidikoro, Baluwarti, Ps. Kliwon, Kota Surakarta, Jawa Tengah

Pasar Gede / Hardjonegoro Market CODE: SMG5

Pasar Gedhe literally means big market. The activity of this market starts from dawn when the sellers prepare their goods to sell including fresh vegetables, fruits, traditional snacks, batik, etc. This traditional market maintains its original shape which is built during the colonial era. It is located acrross the town hall and near the China town in Solo.

Tell your driver: Jalan Urip Sumoharjo, Jebres, Sudiroprajan, Jebres, Kota Surakarta, Jawa Tengah

Sukuh – Malang, Cetho Temple CODE: YOG13

Even higher up the slopes of Gunung Lawu, Candi Cetho sits on the southern face of Gunung Lawu at around 1400m. Thought to date from around 1350, this candi closely resembles a Balinese temple in appearance, though it combines elements of Shivaism and fertility worship. It’s a large temple and is spread over terraces rising up the misty hillside. There’s little carving here, but the stonework is well constructed and close-fitting. The entrance is marked by temple guardians and you’ll find a striking platform with a turtle head and a large lingam on the upper terrace. Balinese Hindus visit Candi Cetho to make offerings on auspicious days

Tell your driver: Berjo, Gunung Lawu, Berjo, Ngargoyoso, Kabupaten Karanganyar, Jawa Tengah

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Sukuh Temple CODE: YOG12

In a magnificent position, 900m above the Solo plain, Candi Sukuh is one of Java’s most enigmatic and striking temples. It’s not a large site, but it has a large, truncated pyramid of rough-hewn stone, and there are some fascinating reliefs and Barong statues. Built in the 15th century during the declining years of the Majapahit kingdom, Candi Sukuh seems to have nothing whatsoever to do with other Javanese Hindu and Buddhist temples. It’s clear that a fertility cult was practised here: several explicit carvings have led it to be dubbed the ‘erotic’ temple. It’s a quiet, isolated place with a potent atmosphere.

Tell your driver: Berjo, Gunung Lawu, Berjo, Ngargoyoso, Kabupaten Karanganyar, Jawa Tengah

Grojogan Sewu Waterfall CODE: SOL3

About 2km from Tawangmangu town, Grojogan Sewu, a 100m-high waterfall, is a favourite playground for monkeys (as is the parking area). It is reached by a long flight of steps down a hillside, but you probably won’t want to have a dip in the chilly, and filthy, swimming pool. With its pristine nature, the breathtaking 81-meter high waterfalls remain the most frequented spot in the 20-hectare forest area of the resort.

Tell your driver: Tawangmangu, Kabupaten Karanganyar, Jawa Tengah

Sarangan Lake CODE: SOL4

Telaga Sarangan is also known as Sarangan Lake, is a natural lake that lies at the foot of Mount Lawu, Plaosan district , Magetan regency, East Java. Located about 16 kilometers west of the city Magetan, Sarangan is having 30 acres and and 28 meters depth. With air temperatures between 18 and 25 degrees Celsius, Telaga Sarangan able to attract hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. The atmosphere is obviously become the most interesting place for the downtown people.

Tell your driver: Sarangan, Plaosan, Kabupaten Magetan, Jawa Timur

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Coban Rondo Waterfall CODE: SOL5

Coban Rondo waterfall is one of the most crammed with people in Batu, Malang due to its easy access and complete facilities. The water falls from the height of 84 meters down to a relatively big pond. It is covered with cold weather as it is located on the slope of Mount Panderman. To reach the waterfall, you need to walk 200 meter from the parking lot.

Tell your driver: Desa Pandesari, Kecamatan Pujon, Kabupaten Malang

Solo – Surabaya, Surabaya Heroes Monument CODE: BAT5

Obelisk-shaped nails hero upside down, under the monument that is larger in diameter than the diameter of the top. This monument has a height of 41.15 meters or 45 yards and a diameter of 3.1 meters, which is getting to the top, the smaller the diameter. In addition to the hero monument, a statue in this area and other buildings that depict the struggle of the Indonesian people, especially to commemorate the battle in Surabaya on November 10, 1945. On one hand, there is a statue of former president Ir. Soekarno and his deputy Drs. Mohammad Hatta while reading the proclamation of independence among the high pillars that resemble the ruins of a building.

Tell your driver: Jl. Pahlawan, Alun-alun Contong, Bubutan, Alun-alun Contong, Bubutan, Kota SBY, Jawa Timur

House of Sampoerna Surabaya CODE: BAT6

Undoubtedly the city’s best-presented attraction, the House of Sampoerna is the home of one of Indonesia’s most famous kretek cigarette manufacturers (now owned by US-giant Altria, formerly Philip Morris). Whatever you think about the tobacco industry, this factory and museum makes a fascinating place to visit. The building itself is a wonderful 19th-century Dutch structure, originally an orphanage but later converted into a theatre (indeed Charlie Chaplin once dropped by).

Tell your driver: Taman Sampoerna No.6, Krembangan Utara, Pabean Cantian, Kota SBY, Jawa Timur

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Kalimas Traditional Seaport Surabaya CODE: BAT7

Kalimas traditional seaport is located at the east of Kalimas River, lies about 10 kilometers to the west of Kenjeran beach. Kalimas is a living history of Surabaya’s maritime heritage where carts and human toil continue to load and unload merchandise into and out to the tile of the Phinisi Schooners. The best visit in order to see the loading and unloading activities is in the morning or before the sunrise. The available facilities are; place parked, lodging and restaurant. It is easy and reachable by public or private vehicles.

Tell your driver: Jl. Kalimas Baru, Pabean Cantikan, Surabaya

Tanjung Perak Port Surabaya CODE: BAT8

Tanjung Perak is the main port of the city and is one of the busiest ports in the country. It was functioned to contribute in economic development in a quite large scale and increasing trade traffic both at East Java and whole parts of Eastern Indonesia. Although much of the port cargo is traditionally administered, the port is also used to carry modern cargo ships worldwide.

Tell your driver: Jl. Tanjung Perak Timur No. 620, Perak Timur, Pabean Cantian, Surabaya

Sunan Ampel and Arabic Camp CODE: BAT9

Ampel is an area in the northern city of Surabaya where the majority of the population ethnicity is Arabian. The atmosphere of this particular area has Middle Eastern atmosphere and markets that sell Middle Eastern goods and foods. Sunan Ampel was one of the meritorious ‘wali songo’ who spread Islam in Java. He also established an Islamic boarding school, Pondok Pesantren Ampel.

Tell your driver: Jl. Nyamplungan, kec. Semampir, Surabaya.

Malang – Bromo/Surabaya, Malang Art Deco (Ijen Boulevard)

CODE: BAT10

Malang has some wonderful colonial architecture. Just northwest of the centre, Jl Besar Ijen is Malang’s millionaires' row, a boulevard lined with elegant whitewashed mansions from the Dutch era. Many have been substantially renovated, but there’s still much to admire. This well preserved street is separated by a long park decorated with bougainvillea and carnation flowers. Palm trees line every side of the streets.

Tell your driver: Jl. Ijen Besar, Kota Malang

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Toko Oen Malang CODE: BAT12

Boasting an imposing art deco frontage that dates from 1930, Toko Oen is a throwback to the old days, with rattan furniture, waiters in starched whites and Sinatra on the stereo. The restaurant is also having the status from the menu which is a classic Dutch Colonial-style: the uitsmijter, huzarensalade, kaasstengels, and so on.

Tell your driver: Jl. Jenderal Basuki Rachmat No.5 Malang

Malang City Square CODE: BAT11

Malang City Square is one of the most favorite places visited both by domestic and foreign tourists. It is the place for everybody to relax with friends or family enjoying scenic view of the small city Malang. Right in the middle of Malang City Square, there is fascinating garden fountain of the city. Moreover, hundreds of pigeons are the natural beauty accompanying your every step in this place. They are taken care well and you could also give them some foods. Bird feeding can be one of the most attractive activities can be done with family or friends.

Tell your driver: Jl. Jend Basuki Rachmat

Kajoe Tangan Church CODE: BAT13

Kayoe Tangan Church is the oldest Catholic Church and an iconic building in Malang. It was built during the colonial era in the mid of 19th century with neo gothic architectural style as any church in Europe. Antiquities can be found inside the chapel, such as the 1920s Tunisian Quran, etc.

Tell your driver: Jl. Mgr. Soegijopranoto 2, Malang

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Bird and Flower Market Malang CODE: BAT14

Pasar Bunga, or the flower market is one of the fairly well-known markets in Malang. Potted blooms in every color line the street. After a short walk, Pasar Bunga turns into Pasar Burung, or bird market. The bird market is filled with the calls and colors of tropical birds. Many of the birds at the market are native to Indonesia. The market does not limit itself to tropical song birds, and it had more than its fair share of owls, eagles, crows and the ever-present chickens. There are also, cats, dogs, monkeys, gerbils, geckos, and even the occasional snake.

Tell your driver: Jl. Brawijaya No.4, Kauman, Klojen, Kota Malang, Jawa Timur

Tugu Square Malang CODE: BAT15

This small park is a calming and respectful tribute to those that fought in East Java. This is the heart of Jl. Tugu which is the circular, landscaped commemorative park that surrounds the monument. The monument stands in the middle of a lily-pad covered pond with immaculately kept hedges, shrubs and lawns all around.

Tell your driver: Jalan Tugu No. 1, Kiduldalem, Klojen, Kota Malang, Jawa Timur

Historical Hotel Tugu Malang CODE: BAT16

Owned by an enthusiastic antique collector, Hotel Tugu Malang is a must see destination for those visiting Malang in East Java. As the first property of the Tugu hotel group, through its immense antique collection, tells the history of Indonesia as well as shares romantic stories of the island of Java. The hotel is also home to Melati Restaurant, which offers a romantic insight into the city's history as well as original recipes.

Tell your driver: Jalan Tugu No.3, Kauman, Klojen, Kauman, Malang, Kota Malang, Jawa Timur

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Batu – Bromo/Surabaya, Batu Agro Tourism CODE: BAT1

Batu Agro Tourism is where trees, vegetable plants fruit and flowers grow luxuriantly over a wide expanse on the slopes of shady hills here. This vast garden has been laid out naturally, a delight for the eyes. It is not surprising that a great number of visitors like to spend the entire day in this garden. They want to feel the freshness of the cool air and the beautyof the scenery while enjoying fresh fruit just picked from the trees.

Restaurant, which offers a romantic insight into the city's history as well as original recipe.

Tell your driver: Kusuma Agro Wisata, Jl. Abdul Gani Atas, Ngaglik, Kec. Batu, Kota Batu, Jawa Timur

Jatim Park CODE: BAT2

Jatim Park, or Jawa Timur Park is a theme and amusement park which becomes an icon of Batu City. It consists of two parks, Jatim park 1 is aimed more to be playground, while Jatim Park 2 is more to be a place of learning. With its more than 30 rides, Jatim Park 1 attracts many visitors every day. Jatim Park 2 offers a concept of natural science learning which consists of animal museum, Batu Secret Zoo, and Pohon Inn (Tree hotel).

Tell your driver: Jalan Kartika 2 Kota Wisata Batu, Kota Batu, Jawa Timur

Singosari Temple CODE: BAT3

Situated right in the village of Singosari, 12km north of Malang, this temple stands 500m off the main Malang–Surabaya road. One of the last monuments erected to the Singosari dynasty, it was built in 1304 in honour of King Kertanegara, the fifth and last Singosari king, who died in 1292 in a palace uprising.

Tell your driver: Jl. Kertanegara, Candirenggo, Singosari, Malang, Jawa Timur

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Wonosari Tea Plantation CODE: BAT4

Located on the foot of Mt Arjuno between 950-1350 masl, Wonosari tea plantation is the oldest tea plantation in East Java that was utilized as agrotourism. It spans over seven square kilometers with a stunning sweeping valleys of tea. Besides enjoying the nice scenery, fresh air, and cool weather, visitors can stroll through tea plantation and see the tea process in the factory.

Tell your driver: Toyomarto, Singosari, Lawang, Malang, Jawa Timur

Madakaripura Waterfall CODE: BAT18

Madakaripura waterfall is one of the waterfalls in the area of Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park. It’s the biggest waterfall in East Java. The water has cascades from the dense forest above. You need to go 20 minutes and climb the cliffs before you can see the main waterfall. But the stunning glory of rumbling water going down from the cliff is worth the effort for sure. To be precise, the Madakaripura is a set of seven waterfalls, the biggest cascade of which falls from a height of 200 m. The bottom part of waterfall is no longer flowing streams of water, it turns into a mist of cold prickly rapid splashes. Madakaripura is not only a beautiful place, but also a historical one. A legend of this falls is connected with the name of Gadjah Mada, who was a prime minister of the largest Javanese empire Majapahit. In 1355 Vuruk Khayyam an emperor of Majapahit gave lands in the area to the prime minister. Gadjah Mada refused revenues from these lands until he unite all Indonesia lands under Majapahit flag. Madakaripura is also called as “the last residence of Gadjah Mada“. According to a legend, the 60-year-old prime minister dissolved in the air near a waterfall. He has not been found by the emperor or by anyone else. It’s believed that swimming in the Madakaripura falls give health, strength and youth.

Tell your driver: Dusun Branggah, Negororejo, Lumbang, Sapih, Lumbang, Probolinggo, Jawa Timur

Malang/Batu – Bromo Via Jemplang, Jago Temple CODE: MLG1

Along a small road near the market in Tumpang, 22km from Malang, Candi Jago was built between 1268 and 1280 and is thought to be a memorial to the fourth Singosari king, Vishnuvardhana. The temple has some interesting decorative carving from the Jataka and the Mahabharata, carved in the three-dimensional, wayang kulit –style typical of East Java. This primarily Buddhist temple also has Javanese-Hindu statues, including a headless, six-armed, death-dealing goddess, a massive fanged Garuda, and a lingam, the symbol of Shiva’s male potency. The best part is that you can scramble up the loosely restored temple to the top (watch your step) for exquisite views.

Tell your driver: Jl. Wisnuwardhana, Tumpang, Malang, Jawa Timur

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Kidal Temple CODE: MLG2

Set in the village of Kidal, with houses rising all around – along with one conspicuously clucking chicken farm – this graceful temple was built around 1260 as the burial shrine of King Anusapati (the second Singosari king, who died in 1248). Now 12m high, it originally topped 17m and is an example of East Javanese architecture. Its slender form has pictures of the Garuda (mythical man-bird) on three sides, plus bold, glowering kala heads and medallions of the haruna. Two kala makara (dragons) guard the steps – one is male and the other female. It remains a pilgrimage site and you will see the remains of offerings left within the shrine.

Tell your driver: Jl. Raya Kidal, Kidal, Tumpang, Malang, Jawa Timur

Bromo Panorama CODE: MLG3

Mount Bromo stands at 2,329 and is easily recognized since the entire top has been blown off and the crater inside constantly blows out white, sulphurous smoke. The active volcano sits inside the gargantuan Tengger caldera – with a total diameter of around 10 km – and is surrounded by the Laut Pasir (Sea of Sand) that’s made up of fine volcanic sand. The overall setting is a sight to see – serene and beautifully other-wordly in stark comparison to the lush green valleys that surround the caldera. Thanks to its ethereal beauty and easy accessibility, Mount Bromo is the most visited of Indonesia’s active volcanoes. Tourists can easily hike to the rim of the volcano – situated at 7,641 feet – to gaze down into the wonderfully surreal landscape and catch a sight of the spectacular sunrise that can be viewed from atop Mount Bromo.

Tell your driver: Tumpang, Gubuk Klakah, Ngadas, Jemplang, Bromo

Bromo – Kalibaru, Kalibaru Spice Garden CODE: KAL1

Walking through 9 hectares plantation garden overlooking varieties of spices such as nutmeg, pepper, cinnamon, cocoa, coffee and coconuts is a good way to start your day in Kalibaru. You may also discover the extraordinary attraction of a traditional making process of palm tree liquid into palm sugar. Not to forget the dairy farm, where you can see how cheese are made straight from milk.

Tell your driver: Jl. Lap. No.10, Banyuanyar, Kalibaru, Kabupaten Banyuwangi, Jawa Timur

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Kalibaru – Ijen/Ketapang, Ijen Crater CODE: KAL3

The Merapi-Ijen volcano complex lies within the much larger Ijen caldera on the eastern-most tip of Java overlooking Banyuwangi, the point of departure for the ferry crossing to Bali. The calderais about 20 kilometres across and famous for its Arabica coffee plantations. Gunung Merapi – not to be confused with Central Java’s volcano of the same name or West Sumatra’s Gunung Marapi – is the highest point of the caldera complex, on its eastern rim. The Ijen crater lies immediately below, and on the western flank of, Gunung Merapi and contains Java’s largest Crater Lake renowned for the molten sulphur that exudes from vents in the crater. It is one of East Java’s most visited natural attractions. Most visitors do not venture beyond the crater, which is fascinating in its own right. In fact, it seems that very few seek to climb Gunung Merapi let alone reach its highest point (‘true summit’). The ranger post at Paltuding (1,850 m) is the start point for both the crater and mountain where permits are obtained and guides available.

Tell your driver: Ijen, Tamansari, Licin, Kabupaten Banyuwangi, Jawa Timur

Sukamade Beach CODE: KAL2

Almost every night of the year, turtles appear on Sukamade beach to lay eggs. It is clearly a globally important site and one which is protected 24 hours a day, 365 days a year by the over-worked park rangers. Some eggs are taken by the rangers to protect them from predators, both human and other animals. These are incubated in the safety of the park hatchery and the youngsters are released to the ocean on the very beach from where the eggs were laid. There are similar beaches within the park boundary but it seems to be Sukamade that the turtles prefer. The stability of the turtle population has been helped by a careful system of tagging and monitoring, as well as the use of the special hatcheries. Watching these giant creatures emerge from the surf and struggle-up the beach to lay their eggs on a moonlit night is a unique and unforgettable experience, and one which is certain to ensure Sukamade's ever-growing profile. This is certainly off the beaten track and requires some effort to reach but it is very worthwhile indeed.

Tell your driver: Taman Nasional Meru Beriti, Banyuwangi, Jawa Timur

Glenmore Coffee & Rubber Factory CODE: KAL4

The word comes from Dutch Glenmore, Glen which means a small valley, more means more. Name Glenmore Inaugurated by the Dutch colonialists in 1926. Before that Dutch colonialist also already make locomotive in 1918 which use by Dutch to transport of the plantation crops. Glenmore reflect the valley that is rich in natural resources, has a relatively high rainfall and fertile soil. Abundant crops with high quality until today. Glenmore is one of the districts in Banyuwangi is rich in natural resources. Plantation area is one of the travelers' areas frequented by a lot of travelers as a vacation spot as well as a comfortable resting place.

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Tell your driver: Kalitakir, Glenmore, Kabupaten Banyuwangi, Jawa Timur.

Kaliklatak Plantation CODE: KAL5

One of the pioneers of agro tourism in Indonesia is Kaliklatak Plantation. It is located on the slope of Mount Merapi where Ijen Crater lies. It is about 15 km to the west of Banyuwangi. It is 1000 ha in wide. It is managed privately and the commodities plant are coffee, cocoa, rubber clove and spices. The visitors can see the process of harvesting, processing, and packaging in the actor. Cottages are available for visitors. The tourism facilities are employee house, kindergarten, school, art building, sport stadium, fitnes, etc. As thankful expression to the God, the community usually held a traditional ceremony with "Wanakretih" pray, every 17 April.

Tell your driver: JL Krajan, RT 001 RW 01, Kabupaten Banyuwangi

Baluran National Park CODE: IJN1

Baluran is a 25 hectare National Park located in Situbondo, East Java. Baluran national Park is a perfect combination of a mountain view, a vast savanna, coral and white sand beach and many species of plantations and animals all at once. Baluran is situated ± 250 km away from Surabaya. Thus it needs approximately 5 hours to reach Baluran from Surabaya.Baluran offers you an adventure in exploring the savanna and the forest, even the wild life of Africa van Java. The night safari will take you to a challenging experience of the wild night life and unpolluted night sky which will unite the explorer into the nature. The calm beach with its corals adds the perfection of Explore Baluran adventure.

Tell your driver: Taman Nasional Baluran, Banyuwangi, Jawa Timur

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