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East Of Java Java, Bali, and

6 – 19 October 2017

“This was an excellent and varied tour.” Anne Tutt, Tour to , September 2016 Komodo National Park Mountains

Step off the tourist trail and experience most magnificent sites in . Its lesser-travelled Indonesia. Visit the cultural imposing stone structures loom out of vivid riches of Java, peer into a vast volcanic green rice paddies and palms. Spend time here caldera at daybreak, drift among beautiful before driving to Candirejo, a fascinating village remote islands, snorkel in turquoise waters retaining a traditional way of life, set amongst brimming with fish and , relax on a beautiful rice paddies and rainforest. Wander pink beach and come face to face with the through an authentic Javanese village and see . traditional artisans at work. Continue into the foothills of Gunung Merapi to meet with a Fly into and transfer to your hotel. shaman, who communes with the spirits. In the Spend the rest of the day settling in at your evening witness an unusual local tradition in leisure before a welcome dinner with the group. South Square before dinner.

Java is the heart of Indonesia – the modern Take the train past lush scenery and volcanoes to hub and also the cultural heartland. Central Surabaya and check into your hotel. The rest of Java is where the Javan cultural identity is the day is at leisure or there is the option to take at its strongest, and Yogyakarta, known for a tour around the antique shops of Surabaya. its traditional arts and cultural heritage, is its soul. Established in 1755, it is crammed with magnificent architecture, palaces and temples. On your first full day take a rickshaw to the Royal Palace, where you will visit a puppet maker and the water palace. Visit the underground mosque and a batik workshop – Javanese batik is highly prized – and later drive to the spectacular temples of . These are the most outstanding examples of Hindu architecture in Indonesia and the graceful temples are a beautiful sight against the sky.

Rise early the next morning to drive to Borobodur, 1,200 years old and one of the Prambanan Temple coffee, spice and rubber plantations. There is the option to visit a local village with a natural spring water swimming pool.

Next morning take the short ferry ride to Bali and continue to the Lovina Hotel on Bali’s north shore. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax – there is excellent snorkelling at the nearby reef, the option to canoe, visit local waterfalls, hot springs or the local town. Or you can relax by the pool.

Next morning fly to Flores, one of a dramatic Borobodur series of sharp peaked green islands offering beautiful views. Visit the village of Mero to witness a folkloric dance, the caci, a dramatically At first glance, Surabaya is a vast, modern staged whip dance. metropolis, but there are many fascinating corners of the old city that are richly rewarding Rise very early the next morning to take if you know where to look. Surabaya is an a traditional boat to sea. This is a day of historic trading port with old quarters and cruising through beautiful peaked islands markets, which you will discover the following and turquoise sea as you make your way to day in the company of Graeme Steel, an English Komodo. Disembark and take a guided tour of expat and specialist guide who knows the city’s old heart inside out. Explore the vibrant Arab quarter, where labyrinthine warrens lead to a historic mosque, the crumbling Dutch quarter with wonderful 19th century buildings, and sprawling, atmospheric Chinatown. Continue through an old kampung and drive to Mount Bromo.

Rise very early the next day to drive up to the crater of Mount Bromo for sunrise. The sight that greets you as you crest the caldera is a lunar-like landscape of epic proportions and a surreal, otherworldly beauty. Smoking volcanoes sit in a sea of mist within a vast crater, making one of most breathtaking sights in the whole of Indonesia. Drive up and over the edge of the major caldera, then drive across the sea of sand towards smoking Mt Bromo and get out to walk up to the lip of the crater itself to peer into the depths of the .

Drive to east Java and Kalibaru and check into your hotel amongst the spice plantations. This is an area off the tourist trail and it has a peaceful charm, with beautiful landscapes. Explore tea, Old Surabaya Market (top); A view of ’s rice field and Mt Agung (above) Surabaya Java 2 Bali Komodo 1 Bromo Lovina Yogyakarta 3 National Park (Bromo Volcano) 4 5 Kalibaru 7 6 Sidemen Lebuan Bajo village

the National Park to see the Komodo Dragons, walking up to Sulphurea and Frigate Hills for superb views across the island and the sea. Back on board, sail to nearby Pink Beach, where you will moor and take the opportunity for some spectacular snorkelling in turquoise water brimming with brightly coloured fish and . Afterwards sail back to Flores, before returning to the hotel.

The following day transfer to the airport to fly back to Bali and drive through lovely Balinese scenery to Sidemen. Sidemen village is set in beautiful landscapes of rice paddies and mountains, and flowers and greenery are everywhere. Spend the next day exploring the village, visiting the local weaver and the community centre, with time at leisure to explore at your own pace, join cookery classes or take a massage.

The following morning drive to Ubud for the day. Ubud’s reputation as a cultural and artistic hub set amongst verdant rice fields has made it an increasingly popular destination. Visit the monkey forest and the Agung Rai Museum of Art and spend time exploring the town. The following day drive to the airport for your flight home or extend in Bali, Lombok or elsewhere in Indonesia.

The caci dance, Flores (top); A Komodo Dragon; Beautiful Pink Beach (above) Itinerary 5 – 19 October 2017 B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

3 nights Yogyakarta - 1 night Surabaya - 1 night Mount Bromo - 2 nights Kalibaru - 1 night Lovina, Bali - 2 nights Flores - 3 nights Sidemen village

5 Oct (Thur) London 13 Oct (Fri) Kalibaru / north Bali B D Am Depart UK (if taking UK flight package) Am Take the short ferry to Bali (1 hour). Continue to the seaside town of Lovina 6 Oct (Fri) Singapore / Yogyakarta D and the Lovina Hotel Am Arrive Yogyakarta and transfer to the Pm At leisure to snorkel, relax at the resort Phoenix Hotel and at leisure or explore the area Eve Welcome dinner 14 Oct (Sat) North Bali / Flores B D 7 Oct (Sat) Yogyakarta B D Am Optional early morning boat trip with the dolphins or snorkelling. Drive to Am Rickshaw to the Royal Palace. Visit the Denpasar and fly to Flores puppet maker and water palace. Explore the cyber village adjacent to the palace Pm Visit the village of Mero to witness the and the underground mosque caci, a ritual whip fight and dance Pm Visit the batik workshops. Drive to the temples of Prambanan 15 Oct (Sun) Flores / Komodo / Flores B L D Am Cruise to Komodo Island and explore 8 Oct (Sun) Yogyakarta B D the island and see dragons. Walk to Sulphurea and Frigate Hills for Am Visit the temple of Borobodur. Explore wonderful views Candirejo village. Visit farms, workshops Pm Snorkel at Pink Beach and cruise back to and the cultural centre and learn of the hotel village life Pm Visit a Javanese shaman Eve Visit South Square to see a local 16 Oct (Mon) Flores / Sidemen village B D tradition and dinner Am Transfer to the airport Pm Fly to Bali and transfer to Sidemen 9 Oct (Mon) Yogyakarta / Surabaya B D village and Tabola Am Take the train to Surabaya Pm Arrive Surabaya and at leisure, or 17 Oct (Tues) Sidemen village B L optional visit to the antique shops Am Visit the local village, local weaver and the community centre B D 10 Oct (Tues) Surabaya / Bromo Pm Lunch in the village. At leisure. Options Am Take part in a tour of old Surabaya for cookery class and massage including the Dutch, Chinese and Arab quarters, a clove cigarette factory, B D markets and walk through a traditional 18 Oct (Wed) Sidemen / Ubud / Sidemen kampung and continue to the old Am Visit Ubud including the monkey forest wharves with the teak schooners and the Agung Rai Museum of Art Pm Drive to Mount Bromo and check into Pm Explore Ubud the Jiwa Jawa Resort 19 Oct (Thur) Flores / Bali B 11 Oct (Wed) Bromo / Kalibaru B D Am At leisure Am Very early start to drive up to the edge Pm Transfer to airport of the crater of Mount Bromo. Cross the sea of sand and walk up Bromo’s crater edge. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Drive to east Java and Kalibaru Pm Arrive at the Margo Utomo Resort Mount Bromo, East Java – by J. Baines 2015 amongst spice plantations

12 Oct (Thur) Kalibaru B L Am Explore the tea, coffee, spice, cocoa and rubber plantations Pm At leisure amongst lovely surroundings

hectare plantation garden, including nutmeg, pepper, cinnamon, cocoa, coffee and coconuts, and you can watch palm sugar being made the traditional way.

The Lovina Located in the unspoiled northwest of Bali, the hotel nestles on the beach between the mountains and the Bali Sea. There are a range of optional activities available including dolphin watching, visiting nearby hot springs and waterfalls, canoeing and snorkelling. The Phoenix Hotel, Yogyakarta The Bintang Flores Hotel, Flores This beachfront hotel set in a spacious tropical Hotels garden is modern in style but draws on Indonesian architectural influences. With a large swimming The Phoenix Hotel, Yogyakarta pool and private white-sand beach, the hotel A beautiful hotel dating back to 1918, this colonial offers excellent facilities and service in a landmark is a superb example of early 20th beachfront location. century Indonesian-Dutch architecture. Located in the heart of Yogyakarta, the hotel features an Subak Tabola, Sidemen inviting swimming pool and day spa. The Phoenix With guestrooms scattered amongst stunning was the official residence of Suharto, Indonesia’s tropical gardens with lush rice field and volcano first president, when he was in Yogyakarta. views, Subak Tabola comprises a beautiful outdoor pool, an open air restaurant and a spa. Hotel Majapahit, Surabaya Built 1910 by the famous Sarkies brothers - who also built the Raffles Hotel in Singapore and the Strand in Burma - the elegant Hotel Majapahit is a classic landmark. Its graceful colonial architecture with immaculate gardens combines with modern facilities and its famous spa to make this a truly memorable stay in the heart of old Surabaya.

Jiwa Jawa Resort, Mount Bromo A contemporary artisan-built resort, this stylish and very comfortable resort uses quality natural materials with a modernist twist. Owned by a skilled photographer, the resort includes a gallery of his photos and a collection of cameras.

Margo Utomo Hill View Resort, Kalibaru Located in eastern Java in a land of volcanoes, spice plantations and forests. Stay in cottages close to the river offering wonderful views to a forested hill opposite. The pool area and open- air restaurant also have beautiful views to the garden and the hills. They offer tours of their 9 Margo Utomo Pool, Kalibaru, east Java (top); Subak Tabola, Sidemen (above)

The ground only cost of the tour is $4,988 The ground only cost does not include international flights or transfers on arrival and departure. Those taking the ground only package should start the tour in Yogyakarta and end in Bali.

The cost includes: • Comprehensive briefing notes • The services of tour leader Anne MacAlister • 13 nights’ accommodation in 5-star, 4-star and boutique hotels and lodges The single room supplement is $864 • Breakfasts daily • Lunch or dinner daily • A full programme of tours as per the itinerary • Admission fees where applicable Snorkelling off Pink Beach • Local English speaking national guides throughout • All transport including return flights from Bali to Flores Tour Leader • Tips

Dr Anne MacAlister was a GP in Lanarkshire The cost excludes: for over 30 years. She has an interest in all • Meals not mentioned alternative medicine with special interest • All personal extras such as water, porterage, laundry, inoculation fees and drinks and post graduate training in homoeopathy, • All optional excursions, tours and visits acupuncture and hypnotherapy. Anne works as • Travel insurance and visa a doctor at a number of rock concerts and has • Bali departure tax (currently US $20) travelled extensively to Indonesia, China, Tibet, NB: Due to the nature of the tour places are India, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Australia, Peru, limited. Mexico, Guatemala, Alaska, USA, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Egypt, Syria, Jordan and throughout Europe. An experienced and popular tour leader, Anne has led many tours through South America and Asia and has now retired from her GP practice to focus more on travelling.

Borobodur

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Jon Baines Tours (London) Hyde Park House, 5 Manfred Road, London, SW15 2RS Tel: +44 (0) 207 223 9485 / 5618 Email: [email protected] www.jonbainestours.co.uk Yogyakarta Station (top); Ubud Market; Pinasi passsing Komodo Island; Komodo National Park (above) Jon Baines Tours (Melbourne) PO Box 68, South Brunswick, Victoria 3055 Tel: +61 (0) 3 9343 6367 Fax: +61 (0) 3 9012 4228 Email: [email protected] www.jonbainestours.com