10 days · 2–12 travellers
Java Highlights
Temples, volcanoes and the sea, end to end
Our most complete route: the cultural heart of Yogyakarta, sunrise on Bromo, the blue fire of Ijen, and three unhurried days on the Karimunjawa reef.
Itinerary
Days 1–3
Yogyakarta
Kraton, Kotagede silver, Borobudur at sunrise and Prambanan at dusk.
Day 4
Overland east
Rail and road to the Tengger highlands, arriving before dark.
Days 5–6
Mount Bromo
Pre-dawn rim viewpoint, the sand sea on foot, and a slow second morning.
Day 7
Ijen Crater
A 1am start for the blue fire, then sunrise over the acid lake.
Days 8–10
Karimunjawa
Reef snorkelling, mangrove boardwalks, and nothing scheduled.
What's included
- Nine nights' accommodation, twin share
- All ground transport with a private driver
- English-speaking guide throughout
- Borobudur and Prambanan entrance and sunrise access
- Bromo jeep and Ijen night-hike permits
- Daily breakfast, four dinners
Not included
- International and domestic flights
- Travel insurance (required)
- Lunches and remaining dinners
- Tips and personal expenses