Island Hopping Indonesia Audley Group Tour 5Th October 2012

Island Hopping
Indonesia

Audley Group Tour
5^thOctober 2012

Sunrise over Mount Bromo, Java

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Contents

Introduction, meet our specialists, climate ______________ 4

Flights and visas

Day by day summary of travel arrangements_____________ 6 Quotation

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Tour Information ________________________________ 9 Why travel with us?______________________________ 10 Photographs of the region _________________________ 12 Itinerary in detail________________________________ 14 Accommodation information _______________________ 28 General information _____________________________ 33 Terms and conditions _____________________________ 36 Booking form _____________________________ back page

Borobudur, Java

An introduction to our Island Hopping

Our Indonesia group tour specialists

Indonesia group tour

Sarah Howard
With years of experience operating in Indonesia, we have designed this tour to take in some of our favourite places from over the years. Indonesia is so vast that even visiting the four main places this tour takes in, you will still travel some 1,200+ miles once in the country!
01993 838 119 sarah.howard:@audleytravel.com

Jack Tydeman 01993 838 118 [email protected]
You will start with a visit to Yogyakarta in central Java, the cultural heart of the island. Visit the Sultan's
Sarah and Jack have both been with Audley for over five

years and are incredibly knowledgeable about travel in Indonesia. They have both encountered orang-utan in Kalimantan, visited Borobudur and Mount Bromo at sunrise; and travelled through the island of Bali on numerous occasions.
Palace before escaping the city with a gentle cycle ride down through small villages surrounded by paddy fields and arrive at the gates of the ancient Hindu temple complex of Prambanan on your bike. Move on to Borobudur, the largest Buddhist relic in the word, where

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you will see the sunrise from this 8 century monument.
For anyone keen to add on more time in Indonesia post tour, you are in very good hands as they have also been to more far flung islands including the jungles of Sumatra, funeral ceremonies and diving in Sulawesi, and tracking down the prehistoric Komodo Dragon on Flores.
Sure to be a highlight is Tanjung Puting National Park in southern Kalimantan, home to over 5,000 wild orangutan and numerous other animals. You will spend three days exploring here, making your way through the narrow backwaters under the rainforest canopy.

Climate

Moving on to eastern Java you will visit the spice markets and mosques of Surabaya, wide leafy boulevards and Dutch architecture of Malang and the awe-inspiring vista of Mount Bromo's smoking volcanic crater at dawn.
Indonesia straddles the equator and thus has the benefit of warm weather year round. October is the tail end of the dry season and you will hopefully only see a few showers in the day and hear the odd thunderstorm at night. As a topical rainforest, Tanjung Puting does generally see a little more rainfall and generally speaking in Indonesia, the further east you go the longer the dry season lasts.
Flying on to Bali you will end the trip in the beautiful town of Ubud, known for art, music, architecture and dance. Explore the quieter north of the island from here, including the stunning Lake Bratan.

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Flights & visas

Flights

Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines are considered to be one of the best airlines in the sky. Their economy class recently took first place in the Guardian and Observer Travel Awards 2011. You can enjoy a 32” seat pitch and 1,000 on demand entertainment options are available on KrisWorld, presented on a 10.6-inch personal screen with the highest resolution in the sky, and the largest in its class. In business class their seats offer unrivalled comfort with angled lie flat seats or fully flat seats (depending on the aircraft). In suite class you have the ultimate flight experience with a private cabin.

If you need to fly with a different carrier for any reason (eg airmiles, preference, route) we can arrange alternative flights for you. We can also operate the trip without international flights if you prefer.

Domestic flights

It is worth being aware that flights within Indonesia often do not follow their schedules leading to delays

on the ground. In a worst case scenario amendments to the airline and route you are travelling will be necessary. Our representatives will be there to assist you if you encounter any of these problems as they are best placed to help you at the time.

For domestic flights in Indonesia, Audley will always endeavour to use EU approved airlines - Garuda Airlines, Mandala Airlines, Airfast and Ekspres Transportasi Antarbenua (operating as PremiAir), Metro Batavia and Indonesia Air Asia - where appropriate as all other airlines in the country are subject to an EU operating ban.

Many of the non EU approved airlines have in fact passed the strict safety requirements of neighbouring countries they fly to including Singapore, Australia and Japan and the operating ban only prevents them from flying in to EU airspace, of which none of these airlines have ever had routes. On this tour you will fly from Java to Kalimantan on a non EU approved airline as none of the airlines listed above fly this route. We recommend you read current FCO advice and ensure you are comfortable with this. Please check your travel insurance for validity if flying on these routes - Campbell Irvine Insurance Brokers are happy to provide coverage starting from £99pp for an annual multi-trip policy.

Your specialist will send you an email on booking that states that we have given you this information and we need you to reply to this in order for us to process your booking. Please feel free to ask your specialist any questions as they are well versed with the situation.

Visas

Indonesia

UK citizens can obtain a 30 day visa on arrival for US$25 per person. All other nationalities should check

with the Indonesian Embassy. As with most countries your passport must be valid for six months after the date of departure from Indonesia (this is strictly enforced), you may also need one unstamped double page free in your passport. If you are staying longer than 30 days in Indonesia it is possible for us to arrange a visa in advance for you - please speak to your specialist for more details.

Important Note: We cannot under any circumstances guarantee that your visa application for any country will be accepted. However, in our experience refusals are extremely rare. Visa information is given in good faith and is accurate to the best of our knowledge.

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Day by day summary

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Friday 05 October 2012
Take an overnight flight from London to Singapore with Singapore Airlines.
Overnight on aircraft
Saturday 06 October 2012
In Singapore you will connect on to your short flight to Solo in central Java.
Phoenix Hotel, Yogyakarta 1 x Superior room – (L, D)

You have a 90 minute transfer to your hotel in Jogja where you have lunch at the hotel included and a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.

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Sunday 07 October 2012
Enjoy a city tour of Jogja this morning, the highlight being the chance to explore the Kraton.
Phoenix Hotel, Yogyakarta 1 x Superior Room – (B, L, D)

This evening you will see the famous Ramayana ballet. Hopefully performed with a backdrop of Prambanan temple.

Monday 08 October 2012
Head up to the foothills of Mount Merapi today where you will see the lava fields that tore through the village of Kaliadem. You will then take a gentle bike ride down the slopes of the mountain, past small villages, beautiful paddy fields and unearthed temple ruins. Arrive at the temples of Candi Plaosan and Prambanan for a tour of these ancient sites.
Saraswati Borobudur, Yogyakarta 1 x Standard room – (B, L)

You will be taken over to your hotel near Borobudur this afternoon will probably have an early night ahead of your sunrise excursion tomorrow.

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Tuesday 09 October 2012
Wake up before dawn for the short walk to Borobudur where you can find yourself a quiet spot on the relic to simple enjoy the moment. You will then be taken on a guided tour of the relic and learn more about the detailed carvings. After Borobudur you will go to the village of Candijero for a short tour.
Saraswati Borobudur, Yogyakarta 1 x Standard room – (B)

Wednesday 10 October 2012
Another early start as you drive to the north coast for your flight to Kalimantan. Flights times are notoriously unreliable so please make sure you bring a book!
Rimba Lodge, Tanjung Puting 1 x Diamond room – (B, L, D)

You will be met by your team in Kalimantan and taken the short distance to your boat for the journey in to the rainforest and Tanjung Puting National Park.

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Thursday 11 October 2012
You will spend the day surrounded by the flora and fauna of Tanjung Puting and will have the chance to see orang-utan at the famous Camp Leakey.

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Spend another the day exploring the jungle on the look out for orang-utan!

Retrace your steps back to the airport for the flight to eastern Java, once again the flight times are very unreliable.
Majapahit Hotel, Surabaya 1 x Garden terrace room – (B)

You have a short transfer to your beautiful hotel in Surabaya where you can enjoy more luxurious surroundings following your time in the rainforest.

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Sunday 14 October 2012
Take a half day city tour of Surabaya tour, visiting the spice markets and mosques of Indonesia's second largest city. Lunch is included today.
Majapahit Hotel, Surabaya 1 x Garden terrace room – (B, L)

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Day by day summary

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Monday 15 October 2012
Take an overland transfer south to the mountains of the Tengger massif, home to several huge volcanic peaks. An early evening group dinner ahead of tomorrow.
Bromo Cottages, Mount Bromo 1 x Superior room – (B, D)

Tuesday 16 October 2012
Rise pre dawn for the transfer in the dark up to the viewpoint where you will see the sunrise over Mount Bromo - one of the most breathtaking sights in Southeast Asia.
Tugu Malang 1 x Superior deluxe room (B, D)

You will travel back down the mountains to the Dutch influenced town of Malang where you have the rest of the day free before a group dinner.

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Wednesday 17 October 2012
After a free morning to recover from yesterday’s early start, you will take a short flight over to Bali.
Tjampuhan Hotel, Ubud 1 x Raja room – (B)

You will be met by your Bali team and taken to your hotel in Ubud, a journey of around 90 minutes.

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Thursday 18 October 2012
You will head out on a tour of the town and surrounding villages today. You have lunch in a local restaurant included.
Tjampuhan Hotel, Ubud 1 x Raja room – (B, L)

Take a trip up to the iconic lake temple Pura Ulun Danu Bratan this morning. As you come back to Ubud you will stop at Jatiluwih rice terraces, some of the most stunning in Bali, and also visit Pura Batukaru temple.
Tjampuhan Hotel, Ubud 1 x Raja room – (B, L, D)

This evening you have a farewell dinner and Kecak dance performance.

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You will be taken back to the airport for your flight to Singapore and then on to London overnight.
Overnight on aircraft (B)

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Arrive in to Heathrow at 5.55am.

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B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

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Quotation

Arrangements as specified per person (based on two sharing)

£3,940

Please note the following supplements and/or upgrade options per person:

Single supplement

£775

Per person deposit required to confirm these arrangements

£1,500

Optional carbon off-setting for your flights per person (see General Information section for further details)
£15

The deposit required is detailed above. In most cases the deposit is 15% of the total cost or £200 per person (whichever is the greater), however in this instance a larger deposit is required as we need to pay for the flights with Singapore Airlines in full at time of booking. Please refer to the Terms and Conditions section at the back of this booklet. Please note if you confirm your booking within 60 days of your departure date full payment is required at the time of booking.

How to book

Included in the price

If you have any questions regarding the tour or would like to hold a no obligation option for a place on the tour, please feel free to contact Jack or Sarah on 01993 838 110 and they will be delighted to assist you. To confirm an option, please send us a completed booking form and the deposit specified above, plus any applicable visa charge. The deposit can be paid by cheque, bank transfer or credit / debit card. Please make cheques payable to Audley Travel.

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International long-haul flights as specified in the itinerary with UK airport taxes. All short-haul flights as specified in the itinerary. Full-time services of an experienced local guide in each area Sightseeing and entrance fees. Private minibus transfers where specified. All boat journeys and excursions. Twin share accommodation as specified. All meals specified. These will be a mix of hotels, local restaurants and picnic buffets.

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Payment by credit card

Please note that we do not charge a fee on deposit payments by credit card, except when a deposit is more than 15%. In this situation a charge will apply. Credit card fees are detailed on the booking form. We charge a credit card fee due to the high fees charged to tour operators by the credit card companies. We have chosen to make this transparent rather than including it within the trip price. You may therefore wish to pay the balance by bank transfer, debit card or personal cheque.

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Local airport departure taxes in Indonesia - payable locally on each departure (around £2 for domestic flights and £12 for your international departure from Bali). Visa.

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Travel insurance. Items of a personal nature such as laundry, drinks, etc. Tips for your guide and driver (discretionary). Any camera or video fees at any sites.

Visas

UK citizens visiting Indonesia require a visa. This is best obtained on arrival where you pay US$25 for a 30 day tourist visa. Other nationalities will need to check the current visa situation. Please ensure you have at least six months remaining on your passport from the time you depart Indonesia and that you have a free double page.

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Tour Information

Group size : The group size is kept to

a maximum of 16, this ensures that the trip is a more personal experience and that you can always hear and speak to your guides. The small group size also ensures that your experience of a particular sight is not marred by presence of too many people.

Local guides : An experienced

English-speaking local guide will meet you on arrival in Solo. You will have a local guide for each area you travel to. Our local guides are carefully selected for their in-depth knowledge,

Klotok boat in Tanjung Puting, Kalimantan

interpretation, and ability to manage large groups as well as their skills as charming hosts.

Activity level – Low

The vast majority of this trip does not require any significant level of physical fitness or agility. However, there are a few elements which involve getting in and out of boats or walking on rough unsurfaced paths and so a certain degree of physical dexterity will be required. An experienced guide will be on hand to help anyone should they need it. Some excursions also involve an option to climb steps or paths which may be steep, loose and/or wet underfoot. You should also be aware and prepared for the following on this trip:

Women with offerings, Bali

Extending your trip : You have the

option to extend your trip in Indonesia. Maybe a few days relaxing by the beach in Bali or nearby Lombok, discovering a nearby region such as Komodo Island on a short tour or for the more adventurous heading to Sulawesi for the unique funeral rituals. You may also choose to break the journey to and from Indonesia with a stop over in Singapore. On any extension, you will be looked after by our carefully

Home truths : We aim to provide

accurate and detailed information and to make you aware of the less positive aspects of the journey you are undertaking, some facts you should be aware of are outlined below:

Money : Indonesian Rupiah (Rp) is widely available in the UK and is the only currency used in Indonesia (with the exception of your visa on arrival). You can take up to Rp 5,000,000 in to the country without declaring it and as long as you are sensible with keeping it in hotel safes or locked in your luggage then we would suggest this limit is best used. ATMs are unreliable and have small limits for withdrawals; you can obtain money from hotels on your card but they also normally have small limits; banks have irregular hours and the process of changing money is time consuming. Some restaurants and shops will take card but not all. All hotels you staying do take all major credit cards. selected local agent.
* High altitude – Mount Bromo sits at around 2,300m and some warm clothing is needed (hat, gloves, jumper and trousers suggested – you can layer up as needed). * In Kalimantan a certain level of dexterity is required for boarding the klotok boats. Please also be aware that during the day, the bathroom facilities on board are very basic. * Some of the roads in Indonesia are poorly maintained making some journeys quite bumpy. *It may on occasion be necessary to carry your own luggage through airports or from the vehicles to hotels and vice versa.

Health & Fitness Requirements :

To ensure that all participants get the most out of the tour, it is important that you are fully aware of the level of activity and fitness and medical health required to successfully complete this itinerary. Please read this dossier carefully prior to confirming your place on the tour, and having established the facts, it is your responsibility to contact us with any concerns regarding individual levels of fitness, health or ability. Please be aware that our tour leaders have the right to exclude customers from the tour if they feel they are not sufficiently fit, healthy or able to complete the tour without affecting its safety, comfort or smooth progress. If you would like to discuss any of these issues further please call

us on 01993 838 110 to discuss in more detail.
Single Travellers : We especially

welcome single travellers on our tours. You have two options, you can choose to share a room with another single traveller on the tour and pay the standard tour price or you can choose to guarantee sole occupancy of a room, in which case a supplement is payable.

Expenses : Most costs are covered on

this trip and you are only likely to need extra spending money for laundry, tips, drinks and a handful of meals that are not already included. We will provide tipping guidelines in your final itinerary pre travel. Wine will perhaps be your biggest expense as it is taxed at over 400% in Indonesia. In Tanjung Puting alcohol is not available as this is a dry area of the country.
Dining : All meals indicated will be taken as a group. Some will be in hotels, some local restaurants and in Kalimantan all lunches will be buffets on board the boat. Facilities in local restaurants are basic so be prepared.

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Why travel with us?

Quality service when you are travelling

We take a good deal of care when choosing our travel partners overseas, taking into account their quality of service, guides and vehicles. We have built up many long-standing relationships, ensuring that they deliver the level of service demanded by Audley clients. Our local guides and drivers, where appropriate, are the people you will meet. In many cases we know them personally, in all cases we ensure that they are of the highest calibre. They are there to do much more than show you specific sights and provide factual information. They will be able to tell you about local life, culture, cuisines and customs; and, where applicable, act as translator. In certain parts of the world a specialist guide is more appropriate, for example, a wildlife expert.