Arrive in Jakarta Airport . Connect for domestic flight to Yogyakarta . Upon arrival in Yogyakarta International Airport, transfer to your hotel for overnight in Borobudur area.
Wake up early morning for Borobudur sunrise and then explore the temple before return to hotel for breakfast. Borobudur Temple: The largest Buddhist monument in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built in the 8th–9th centuries, its overall structure resembles a massive Buddhist stupa mandala. Must-do experience: Climb up at dawn to watch the sunrise, where stupas emerge through morning mist—an awe-inspiring view. Horse-drawn Carriage Candirejo Village Tour: Explore the countryside around Borobudur, passing through rice fields and traditional villages to witness authentic Javanese rural life. Stops usually include handicraft workshops (batik, palm sugar, silver jewelry), providing interactive experiences. Check out from hotel for drive to Yogyakarta city
Prambanan Temple: The largest Hindu temple complex in Indonesia and also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dedicated to the god Shiva, the three main temples are adorned with intricate carvings that highlight the sophistication of ancient Javanese Hindu art. Malioboro Street Night Market: A bustling hub of street food and nightlife. Signature dish: Gudeg (young jackfruit stewed in coconut milk with chicken), a Yogyakarta specialty. Street vendors also offer satay, Javanese pancakes (Serabi), and fresh juices. Renowned as one of Indonesia’s best shopping streets for Batik. The avenue is lined with handicrafts, silverware, leather goods, wood carvings, and unique souvenirs. At night, the lively crowds and street performances create a festive atmosphere comparable to Taiwan’s night markets.
Accommodation: 101 Yogyakarta Tugu Hotel 4* / Deluxe Room (B/D)
Yogyakarta for Sultan’s Palace (Kraton): Residence of the current Sultan of Yogyakarta and cultural center of Javanese court life. Inside are collections of instruments, costumes, ceremonial items, and visitors may enjoy traditional dance or gamelan music performances.
Taman Sari Water Castle: An 18th-century royal water garden that once featured pools, baths, and secret gardens. Today, parts of the site are home to artist communities, with atmospheric alleys and historic ruins to explore
Then drive to Solo (Surakarta): Sangiran Early Man Site: Located about 15 km north of Solo, this is one of the world’s most important archaeological sites. It has yielded a significant number of Homo erectus fossils, making it a crucial location for the study of early human history. Layers dating back 2 million to 500,000 years have revealed over 100 fossils—representing more than half of all Homo erectus fossils found worldwide. For this reason, Sangiran is regarded as one of the “Cradles of Humankind.”. Batik Museum: Houses the world’s most comprehensive batik collection, showcasing styles from traditional patterns to contemporary artistic expressions.
(Sancaka Train 07:33 / 10:45)
To enjoy the scenery and experience the local atmosphere, the Sancaka train is chosen. Although not the fastest option, it is renowned as a “scenic moving route.” The journey takes about 3.5 hours, and during the daytime ride travelers can see the heart of Java: rice fields, coconut groves, and distant volcano views. Passing by Mount Merapi and Mount Merbabu, the landscapes are spectacular. Entering East Java, more traditional villages and small towns appear, offering visitors an authentic view of Indonesian rural life.
From Surabaya railway station, continue by car to House of Sampoerna: The most representative museum and cultural attraction in the city. Indonesia’s unique cigarettes, known as Kretek, are blended with clove and spices, producing a “crackling sound” when lit. In 1932, Indonesian entrepreneur Liem Seeng Tee (a Chinese Indonesian) purchased this building and transformed it into the Sampoerna clove cigarette factory.
History Gallery: Exhibits tell the story of the founder’s family, early packaging, and advertising. Collections include vintage tobacco machinery, hand tools, and photographs.
Factory Experience: Visitors can watch workers hand-roll clove cigarettes with astonishing speed through large glass windows (usually during daytime working hours). This area impresses visitors the most, offering a direct glimpse of traditional craftsmanship and industrial scale. Transportation Collection: Displays antique vehicles once used by the founder, such as vintage Rolls Royce cars.
Today, this site is recognized as the birthplace of Sampoerna, one of Indonesia’s most famous clove cigarette brands then drive to Heroes Monument (Tugu Pahlawan): Surabaya’s city landmark and a vital symbol of Indonesia’s independence. It was built to commemorate the Battle of Surabaya in November 1945, a pivotal conflict that earned Surabaya the title of “City of Heroes. Late afternoon drive to the highland town of Sukapura, the gateway to Mount Bromo.
The drive takes about 3 hours along winding mountain roads, where rain is possible. It is recommended to travel slowly and carefully to reach the highland village. The next day, an early departure (around 3:00 AM) is required to view the sunrise at Mount Bromo. The temperature in the highlands can drop to 5–10°C at dawn—visitors are advised to bring jackets and masks for warmth and comfort.
Mount Bromo (elevation 2,329 m): A world-class sunrise experience. Early in the morning, view the sunrise from the Penanjakan viewpoint, where the sun rises behind the volcanic range. In the foreground lies the smoking Mount Bromo and the majestic Mount Semeru—the highest peak in Java. When the weather is clear, the caldera valley shrouded in morning mist appears like another world. Jeep transfers are arranged, and from the drop-off point it takes about 30–40 minutes on foot to reach the crater rim.
Mount Bromo sits within the Tengger Caldera, a vast volcanic crater about 10 km in diameter, surrounded by a landscape of volcanic ash and sand, known as the “Sea of Sand.”
Behind Bromo, one can see Mount Semeru (3,676 m), Java’s tallest volcano, which frequently emits smoke. Owing to this unique terrain, standing on the viewpoint to take in the panorama of sunrise, crater, sea of sand, and Mount Semeru creates a truly breathtaking sense of grandeur.
Flight Information: IU726 15:15 / 17:45
Transfer to Juanda International Airport for flight to Labuan Bajo. Upon arrival in Komodo International Airport, transfer to your hotel for overnight.
Komodo National Park – Boat Transfer Options and Duration:
Speedboat: About 60–90 minutes to reach the main islands (one way).
Estimated travel time from Labuan Bajo to popular islands (by speedboat):
Padar Island: ~60–70 minutes
Komodo Island: ~90 minutes
Pink Beach: ~90 minutes (usually combined with Komodo Island visit)
Manta Point (snorkeling with manta rays): ~75 minutes
👉 The itinerary will focus on using speedboats to minimize travel time and maximize island exploration.
After breakfast at your hotel, our guide will help your transfer to the Airport for your flight to Denpasar by Batik Air ID8334 at 14.00, Bali. Upon arrival at 15.15 then transfer to your hotel in Kuta Bali for overnight . Free and easy
Wake up in the morning for your International flight by AERO DILI at 13.25 to Dili, Timor Leste. Upon your arrival in Dili at 16.20, our representative will meet you and transfer you to respective hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. Dili Sightseeing: Cristo Rei of Dili: A 27-meter-tall statue of Jesus, one of the most iconic landmarks of Timor-Leste. From the hilltop, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the sea and beaches, especially stunning at sunrise and sunset. Dili Waterfront Promenade: A pleasant walking route along the coast, lined with colonial-style buildings and government institutions. Our Lady of Immaculate Conception Cathedral: The oldest Catholic church in Timor-Leste.
Former Governor’s Palace: One of the most representative Portuguese colonial buildings in Dili. Tais Market: Traditional Tais weaving is a cultural symbol of Timor-Leste and recognized as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Presidential Palace: Built in 2009 with support from the Chinese government, this white building combines modern architecture with colonial influences. The façade is decorated with the red-and-white national flag and sculptures, symbolizing the seat of national power.
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Dili Airport for your afternoon flight by CITILINK QG-501 at 13.20 to Denpasar, Bali. Upon arrival in Bali at 14.10 then drive to your hotel in Kuta area for overnight.
Flight Information: JT844 14:35 / 16.00 (1h 25m).
Transfer to Bali Airport for your flight to Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan. Upon arrival in the afternoon, then transfer to your hotel for overnight.
After early get up 04.30 then start 05.00 for your fund trip to floating market on Barito River. Floating Market: Known as the “City of a Thousand Rivers,” Banjarmasin has been shaped by waterways for generations. Residents rely on small boats for daily life, which gradually developed into the centuries-old tradition of floating markets. It is the most iconic cultural symbol of South Kalimantan and a living portrait of river-based life.
Canal Cruise: Explore the canals by boat, passing traditional stilt houses, observing locals doing laundry, and children playing in the water—an immersive glimpse into the daily rhythm of this “water city.”
Monkey Island : Home to large populations of long-tailed macaques. The island also hosts a Chinese temple/shrine, dedicated to guardian spirits associated with monkeys.
*Banjarmasin – Indonesia’s Famous “Water City”*
Cempaka Diamond Village: A traditional diamond-mining settlement unique to South Kalimantan, where diamonds and gemstones are still extracted by hand using bamboo tools, water pumps, and simple manual methods. This is one of Indonesia’s oldest diamond-producing regions, and among the rare places where visitors can observe authentic traditional mining up close. The rustic village setting allows visitors to witness the miners’ real daily work.
Martapura – “City of Diamonds”: Located near Cempaka, Martapura is well known for its jewelry market, offering a wide range of gemstones, gold, and silver. The city embodies the cultural significance of a lifestyle built on both rivers and mining.
Return to hotel for rest.
(Gateway to Tanjung Puting National Park – famous for orangutan conservation at Pondok Tanggui Camp)
Flight Information: GA535 10:20 / 11:05 + ID6204 14:05 / 15:30 (Total travel time ~6h10m)
(Flights from Banjarmasin to Pangkalan Bun require transit via Jakarta.)
Access to the Park: Pangkalan Bun is the closest city to Tanjung Puting National Park. From the airport, it is a 20-minute drive to Kumai Port, followed by a boat transfer into the park.
Camps & Wildlife:
Tanjung Harapan Camp: The nearest orangutan observation camp at the park entrance (10–15 minutes by boat).
Pondok Tanggui Camp: Located further upstream, about 1.5 hours by boat, dedicated to observing young orangutans.
Along the way, visitors may also encounter proboscis monkeys, long-tailed macaques, hornbills, kingfishers, and other exotic bird species.
Flight Information: ID6203 08:10 / 09:35
Located on the highlands of West Java Province at an elevation of about 768 meters and surrounded by mountains, Bandung is Indonesia’s third largest city after Jakarta and Surabaya. With its European-style architecture and city planning, it has been nicknamed the “Paris of Java” and is also known as the “City of Education.” Originally a Sundanese settlement dependent on farming and rivers, the name “Bandung” comes from the Sundanese word “bendung” (dam/blockage), as local rivers were once blocked by lava flows, creating a natural lake.
Bandung Highlights:
Tangkuban Perahu Volcano: In Sundanese, the name means “overturned boat.” The most famous crater, Kawah Ratu (Queen’s Crater), is Bandung’s most iconic volcanic site. Visitors can see sulfurous steam rising from the crater, try “egg boiling” in hot springs, and experience geothermal activity up close. Lembang & Subang Tea Plantations: Located near Tangkuban Perahu, these plantations produce mostly Assam black tea. Scenic landscapes make them a perfect complement to a volcano excursion.
Gedung Sate: Built in 1924 by a Dutch architect, this landmark government building blends New Dutch, Sundanese, and Buddhist elements. Its central “skewer” ornament is iconic. Today, it houses government offices and a museum that offers insight into Bandung’s colonial history and cultural heritage.
Braga Street: A charming pedestrian street preserving the colonial atmosphere of the 1920s–30s. It is lined with galleries and cafés, and on Saturdays it hosts car-free walking days.
Gedung Merdeka (Independence Building): A colonial-era landmark and the venue of the historic 1955 Asian-African Conference, which symbolized the “Bandung Spirit” and the solidarity of Third World nations. Now home to the Museum of the Asian-African Conference, it preserves documents, photographs, and audiovisual materials. Walking along Jl. Asia Afrika (Asian–African Street), renamed after the conference, visitors will see 60 national flags, monuments, and the Bandung Spirit Monument.
Grand Mosque of Bandung: The largest mosque in West Java, located beside Bandung’s city square. Its 81-meter twin minarets dominate the city’s skyline
Jakarta Highlights:
Kota Tua (Old Town Jakarta): Known as the “heart of Jakarta,” the Old Town reflects the city’s origins. Jakarta, meaning “City of Victory,” was developed by the Dutch during colonial times as an “Asian Amsterdam” and the capital of the Dutch East Indies. Today, with a population exceeding 30 million, Jakarta is a melting pot of Sundanese, Javanese, Chinese, Arab, and other Indonesian ethnicities.
Fatahillah Square: The centerpiece of Old Town.
Jakarta History Museum (former Dutch City Hall): The most striking white building on the square.
Wayang Puppet Museum (former Dutch church): On the west side.
Fine Arts & Ceramics Museum (former Dutch court): On the east side.
Post Office Building: On the south side.
Café Batavia (former Dutch office building): On the north side, the best-preserved colonial building in the square. With teak interiors, vintage fans, and hundreds of black-and-white photos, it feels like a “mini museum” and evokes the colonial past.
Together, these landmarks make Fatahillah Square resemble a “living museum of colonial architecture.”
Breakfast at hotel before checking out. Transfer to Soekarno Hatta International
Flight Information: CI762 14:40 / 21:10 (5h 30m, daily flight)
Guests are advised to arrive at the airport at least 3 hours before departure. Including traffic considerations, please allow 4–5 hours prior to flight time.
With heartfelt thanks, we conclude our Grand Indonesia Journey—a tropical adventure across the equator. From the vibrant Javanese civilization and majestic active volcanoes, to the wild rainforests of Kalimantan with its famous orangutans, and across borders into the dynamic nation of Timor-Leste, we hope this journey leaves lasting memories.
NOTE : B – Breakfast, L- Lunch, D- Dinner
