At a Glance
Experience Java in style on a four-day, three-night guided luxury itinerary on this fascinating island. Discover the heart of Indonesia, a place of incredible natural beauty, archaeological sites and cultural traditions. Java is also home to numerous national parks, volcanoes and fascinating plant, animal and bird life.
The volcanic island of Java, lying between Sumatra and Bali, is the geographic and economic centre of Indonesia. Take a journey off the beaten track into Java’s rural heartland and discover a deeply spiritual and historic destination with a warm, hospitable culture. Explore breathtaking sites such as UNESCO-listed Ujung Kulon, admire traditional rice paddies beneath imposing volcanoes, and take sunrise tour of the world-famous Candi Borobudur, the Eighth Wonder of the Orient. Sample fine Indonesian cuisine with unique dining experiences and relax in peaceful ...
Trip Highlights
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What's Included
- Expert guided 4 day 3 night active holiday including trekking and cycling in Candi Borobudur
- Guided cultural tours including Dawn at Borobudur & Borobudur Intellectual Tour, and Selogriyo Tour
- Meal: 3x Breakfast, 1x Lunch, 2x Dinner. Authentic Javanese dining experiences
- Hosted by local guides and staff. They all have warm personalities and knowledge of the natural environment
- Yogyakarta (JOG) or Solo (SOC) airport return transfer by luxury car
Itinerary
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Upon arriving at either Yogyakarta (JOG) or Solo (SOC) airport, your chauffeur will meet and greet you, and then escort you to your car. You will be transferred to Amanjiwo. Overlooking the world’s largest Buddhist sanctuary and surrounded by rainforest, hills and rice paddies, Amanjiwo occupies a special place in the rural heartland of central Java. Check in and relax. You'll stay in a Garden Suite at Amanjiwo for two nights. Each 243-square-metre (2,615 square feet) Garden Suite offers a private walled garden with picturesque views of the Menoreh Hills and tiered rice paddies. Please contact us if you would like to have room upgrade to a Borobudur Suite, Garden Pool Suite, Borobudur Pool Suite, or Two-bedroom Dalem Jiwo Suite. Additional charges apply. After settle in, you will be taken to visit Selogriyo, a small 8th century Hindu temple isolated high up the slopes of Mt Sumbing. The temple itself is not particularly fine, but the gentle walk to it is out of this world. Selogriyo's rice terraces are of such incomparable and still beauty. It's a fantastic excursion with scenery that relegates Bali to the second divison of beauty spots. Enjoy a romantic dinner at Gubuk Sawah, a small bale in the rice fields. Arrive early and watch the sunset over the village scenes in front you as you sip a cold drink. Once it gets dark, your candle lit dinner will begin - a traditional Indonesian meal cooked in clay pots over charcoal stoves adjacent to the sawah. Music from your private gamelan player will add the extra magic to the beautiful evening. |
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No visit to Java would be complete without a tour of Candi Borobudur, the Eighth Wonder of the Orient, and one of humanity's most imposing creations. For the "Mystical Element", you'll be guided to Borobudur before the sun, and marvel at its rising from the top of the temple itself. Few are afforded this rare privilege. Dawn at Borobudur is very spiritual and truly an experience of a life-time. You'll enjoy a Borobudur Intellectual Tour. Let your guide reveal the secret meanings of this masterpiece and bring to life the knowledge contained within its reliefs. Dinner tonight is at your own arrangement and expense. We offer complimentary pickup and dropoff in Borobudur area. |
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Menoreh Hills are famed for their mystical power. In the 1820's, Java's charismatic hero, Prince Diponegoro, sought spiritual wisdom in the caves. Today, Javanese still come to Bukit Menoreh seeking revelation. The legend of Joko Tarub is set in the hills. The spring where Joko Tarub stole the clothes of the bathing Dewi Nawang Wulan, the Goddess of the Moon, can be visited. On Javanese New Year, pilgrims gather at the spring to dance into a trance seeking the help of the naked Goddess. An off-road experience awaits at the top of Menoreh Hills where you'll enjoy a special picnic at a traditionally designed Javanese bale overlooking the Kedu Plans and the four surrounding volcanoes. Dinner tonight is another romantic and once-in-a-lifetime experience. Next to Pawon temple lives an old friend Pak Bilal, who has graciously opened his doors for you to glimpse into Javanese rural life. Dinner at Pak Bilal's is not only a charming experience but also a fascinating reminder of rustic life in Java from days of old. While you absorb the atmosphere of Pak Bilal's delightful home, the authentic aromas of Java pervade the senses as your cooks prepare a simple traditional menu cooked over charcoal burners. Relax to the gentle background music of the gamelan, savour a glass of the famous ginger beer or chilled bottle of French Chardonnay and let life take its course the Javanese way. |
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Cycling through Borobudur is an enchanting way of soaking in the atmosphere of village life, and to reach into the soul of Java. The people are so friendly, and the villagers' faces fill with similes as they marvel at the sight of you. The pace of Kampung (village) life is timeless, but behind the serene exterior of the traditional dwellings lies much industry. You may come across a pottery village, and orchid farm, a tofu producer, a museum of Indonesian modern art, or simply a group of children playing. The ride is easy. We can customise the cycling itinerary to suit your fitness levels and offer more advanced cycling routes. We transfer you to either Yogyakarta (JOG) or Solo (SOC) airport to connect your flight home. |
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Dates & Prices
Daily departure on request. Please contact us for group bookings.
More Info
- The departure point is Yogyakarta (JOG) or Solo (SOC) airport
- The finish point is Yogyakarta (JOG) or Solo (SOC) airport
- Major commercial flights provide convenient access to Yogyakarta (JOG) or Solo (SOC) airport
We can tailor the activities to suit your fitness level and interest.
Day 1: Leisure temple walking
Day 2: Borobudur intellectual walking tour
Day 3: Menoreh Hills hiking
Day 4: Village cycling
Like other areas in tropical island, Java Indonesia climate has two seasons: wet season (during October-April) and dry season (during May-September). The dry season is the best time if you want to visit this island. The wettest months are between January-February. West of Java is wetter than Eastern area and mountainous regions receive much higher rainfall. The Parahyangan highlands of West Java receive over 4,000 mm annually, while the north coast of East Java receives 900 mm annually.
The average temperature of Java Indonesia ranging from 22°C to 29°C or about 71.6°-84.2°F. The average of Java Indonesia weather humidity are 75%. The northern area are hotter than middle of the Island, averaging 34°C in the dry season. The south area usually is cooler than the northern area.
Onlyluxe Travel acts as travel agency and work with different tour operators.
Payment Detail
All pricing is in Australian dollars and are quoted on a per person twin share basis. A supplementary price is available. Bookings are not confirmed until full payment and the signed Booking Form (or guest information by email is allowed) has been received by Onlyluxe Travel.
Single Supplement
All accommodation is twin share. Single guests will share with someone of the same gender. If a single room is demanded, a supplementary price of will apply. The supplementary price refers to our quotation and needs to be stipulated at the time of booking.
Cancellation Policies
A 30% non-refundable deposit equivalent to the total program is required at time of booking. An additional 40% non refundable deposit due 6 months prior to the date of arrival. NB. A request is not confirmed until a deposit is received. The balance 30% will be due 90 days prior to the departure.
Should the reservation request be placed within 6 months of the anticipated arrival to Bhutan, then a 70% non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking. The balance 30% will be due 90 days prior to the departure.
Should the reservation request be placed within 90 days of the anticipated departure, then the entire program amount in full must be deposited at the time of booking and this amount in non-refundable in the event of a cancellation.
Should guests wish to make an alteration to the itinerary, every effort will be made to accommodate this request, but we cannot guarantee that this will be possible. Requests for amendments should be made in writing.
No refunds will be given in the event of non-arrival, any unused services or unused nights due to flight or weather disruption. We strongly recommend guests protect themselves with travel insurance and medical insurance.
Any cancellations should be made in writing. The date the cancellation is received by Aman will determine the cancellation charges applicable.
Please Note: Cancellations must be advised in email and will take effect from the date they are received.
Liability
The participant agrees to indemnify Onlyluxe Travel, and its servant, tour operator and agents, in relation to any liability, loss and damage which the tour operator, or its servants and/or agents may incur as a result of the participants, negligence or misconduct during the tour.
Smoking is not permitted on the bus, or in tents or in other accommodation being used by tour operator at the time that a trip is being conducted.
Child Policy
Not suited for children under the age of 8.
Changes to Itineraries
Local conditions may necessitate changes to sightseeing, walking and driving routes, camping and accommodation locations. While every effort will be made to provide the services and experiences as offered in our brochure, on our website, and in our trip letters, we reserve the right to vary your itinerary. In the event that we are forced to change your arrangements, substitute arrangements of a similar standard will be provided. The tour operator will not be liable where interruptions to itineraries are caused by weather conditions, technical problems to transport used by the tour operator, industrial action, political or civil commotion or other circumstances beyond our control. We refer you to the conditions regarding travel insurance.
Changes in Prices
While we will do its utmost to honour its pricing unforeseen circumstances may mean that prices may be subject to change without notice.
Pre-Existing Medical Conditions and Age Limits
You need to advise Onlyluxe Travel and the tour operator on any pre-existing medical.
