7 Days / 6 Nights
Day
1: Arrive Jogyakarta
Arrive this afternoon in Jogyakarta, Indonesia on
the island of Java, where you’ll find evidence of a
rich and influential history. Met and transferred to
your hotel.
Day 2: Borobudur & Prambanan Excursion
Home of the world’s largest Buddhist monument,
Borobudur is set amid a backdrop of volcanoes. This
vast, ancient site features thousands of sculptures
rising on seven levels and represents the peak of
8th–10th century South Asian Buddhist art. It is the
oldest Mahayana Buddhist Temple in Indonesia. Later
explore Prambanan, an ancient complex built in the
style of Javanese-Hindu art that stands on the
ethereal heights of the Dieng Plateau. (B)
Day 3: Jogyakarta / Bali
Visit the elegant Kraton Royal Center. Its myriad
museums, temples, crafts workshops and markets
display the finest court architecture in Java.
Dioramas with life-size puppets show the grandeur of
earlier times, including a royal wedding. See
fabulous batiks being produced, for which the area
is famous. This afternoon, fly to the storied island
paradise of Bali. Upon arrival, met and transferred
to your hotel. (B)
Day 4: Ubud & Kintamani Excursion
Explore quaint villages, such as Ubud where
centuriesold traditions have been preserved.
World-famous treasures made here include intricate
paintings, sculpture and wood carvings. In an
ancient temple courtyard, see the famous Barong and
Kris dances performed by a multitude of dancers and
a gamelan orchestra. Later, at the mountain village
of Kintamani, browse in a colorful bazaar and marvel
at panoramic vistas from atop the lip of Batur
Crater. (B)
Day 5: Bali
Day at leisure to relax and pursue independent
activities. (B)
Day 6: Bali
Day at leisure to relax and pursue independent
activities. (B)
Day 7: Bali / Home
Depart Bali, taking with you an appreciation of a
new way of life and a fascinating culture. (B)
