Bromo, Ijen & Northern Bali Bliss
This Java & Bali Tour starts off by leaving Surabaya and discovering the incredible Mountains of Bromo and Ijen (Blue Fire). To discover Bromo you have the energetic option of trekking or the easier option of taking a specialist 4×4 jeep. On this action-adventure, you will explore the Tengger Semeru National Park to see a unique sunrise with plumes of smoke coming from the Semeru volcano, 3676 meters above sea level. From here you will descend and cross the eerie desert-like sand plains on foot or on horseback and discover for yourself what an active volcano looks like with its plumbing smoke and volcanic cones.
Leaving Bromo behind, your journey to the base of Mount Ijen, where you will relax for the rest of the day before another early rising morning. Mount Ijen is at its best if scaling it in the dark, which is perfectly safe due to the well-worn mountain footpaths. Once at the top you will be greeted with a magical blue light showdown in the volcano’s base. After time taking in this rare sight you descend the mountain and continue your journey to Northern Bali, which you reach by a local ferry boat.
Northern Bali is where you have a few days to rest and relax on the beautiful coastline. Once here you simply have to take a morning boat trip to watch the dolphins frolic in the warm waters. Not only that, but you will also take one of the best day trips in Asia to the surrounding hills of Sekumpul village, where you will see gorgeous tired lush green rice fields and enjoy cooling off in the stunning waterfalls. After a long day, you return to Lovina, where you have your last day to relax, or you can take a day trip to Menjangan Island, play golf or just do nothing.
Leaving the north coast behind you continue on to the lovely and cosmopolitan town of Ubud. Reaching Ubud from Lovina is an amazing day trip in itself, crossing mountain ranges, stopping off at the twin lakes of Buyan & Tambling, the famous Ulun Danu Beratan Temple on the lake as well as fitting in some coffee tasting before arriving in Ubud. Once in town, you will take a relaxed day tour of the town. But, if you want to explore more, there are some wonderful day trips and things waiting to be discovered, like the must-visit elephant sanctuary. After that you will be transferred to Denpasar for your returning flight home with some amazing memories of your Java & Bali Tour.
Java & Bali Tour Highlights
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Trekking or 4×4 jeep ride to Bromo Sunset hill
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Walking up Mount Ilen
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Ferry ride from Java to North Bali
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Sunrise Dolphin Watching Trip
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Waterfalls & Rice Fields adventure
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Twin Lakes of Buyan & Tambling
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Hot Springs visit
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The famous Ulun Danu Beratan Temple (Temple on the lake)
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Ubud town tour
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Monkey Forest
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Ubud Day trip (Kayaking, Cycling, Water Rafting)
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Elephant Sanctuary visit
Detailed Tour Itinerary
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Surabaya
Arrival
Upon arrival at Surabaya airport you will be met by a ‘See Asia Differently’ representative and transferred to your hotel, where you have the afternoon to relax and enjoy your new surroundings as you wish.
Overnight in Surabaya (Meals: _/_/_)
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Bromo
Surabaya to Bromo
Today the adventure begins as you drive inland to start your ascent up to the Tengger Massif and the 2300m high Bromo volcano. You will arrive in the afternoon and check into your lodge for the night. Later, you take a short drive up to the summit of the massive caldera to enjoy a volcanic sunset over the Tengger Semeru National Park.
Overnight in Bromo (Meals: B/_/_)
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Ijen
Bromo to Ijen
This morning you will rise before the sun comes up. You have the option of trekking up Sunrise hill or taking the 4×4 jeeps. Throughout the early morning, you will explore the Tengger Caldera, which also contains Java’s higher mountain, Mt. Semeru (3675m) and an impressive Sand Sea, which you can get a horse trek across. You then return back to your hotel for breakfast and continue by road to Ijen.
Overnight in Ijen (Meals: B/_/_)
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4
Lovina Beach
Ijen to Lovina Beach
Again this morning you will be up before sunrise to take a walk up to the top of Mount Ijen. The walk is suitable for all abilities and is massively rewarding when you get greeted by the blue flames at the base of the volcano only visible in the darkness. After returning for breakfast you will transfer via ferry to Northern Bali, stopping off at a monkey temple before your beach base in Lovina Beach.
Overnight in Lovina Beach (Meals: B/_/_)
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5
Lovina Beach
Free Day
Today you are free to relax at your beachfront hotel for the entire day and rest your weary legs from the two days of the previous mountain walking and touring. Lovina Beach is a very quiet and romantic fishing village famous for the incredible dolphin shows that you get to see just off the coast.
Overnight in Lovina Beach (Meals: B/_/_)
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6
Lovina Beach
Dolphin Watching
Another early morning awaits, you will take a sunrise boat trip off the coast to enjoy the magnificent dolphins that frolic in the waters and play amongst the boats. After enjoying breakfast at your hotel you will be taken on rice fields and waterfall adventure in and around the hills of Sekumpul, which is a simply magical day tour.
Overnight in Lovina Beach (Meals: B/_/_)
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7
Ubud
Lovina Beach to Ubud
After your last night in Lovina you then take a journey through the mountains to Ubud. Along the way you will have a delightful day stopping off at various sites, such as: Brahma Temple, Panas Banjar Hot Springs, Menduk Village, the picturesque twin lakes of Buyan & Tambling, the famous Ulun Danu Beratan Temple on the lake as well as fitting in some coffee tasting before arriving in Ubud.
Overnight in Ubud (Meals: B/_/_)
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Ubud
Ubud & Monkey Forest
Today your guide will introduce you to the cosmopolitan town of Ubud and Money Forest. Traditions are important at Ubud, and religious processions, rituals, and festivals occur on a daily basis. The city has also attracted many contemporary arty minded people; resulting in the fact that you can find quaint art museums, galleries, fashionable shops, and boutiques together with imaginative restaurants and cafes.
Overnight in Ubud (Meals: B/_/_)
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9
Ubud
Free Day
Today you can either have a free day and enjoy this fabulous town. Alternatively, you can enjoy a day trip to the countryside or take a bike and explore the town on two wheels. There are also options of Kayaking and Whitewater Rafting nearby too. For all you elephant lovers we also arrange day trips and overnight stays at the incredible Elephant sanctuary nearby.
Overnight in Ubud (Meals: B/_/_)
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10
Bali
Departure
Today you will be picked up and transferred to Denpasar Airport in plenty of time for your fight home.
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Tour includes
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Airport pick up and drop off
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Overnights as mentioned
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Excursions as mentioned
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Transportation in private A/C vehicle
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English speaking guide
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Meals as mentioned (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner – excludes drinks)
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All taxes
Tour excludes
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All flights unless included in itinerary & Visa fees
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International airport tax (Included in Airline Ticket)
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Meals, unless mentioned differently
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Beverages and personal expenses
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Other excursions and entrance fees
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Travel insurance (cover against all cancellation costs, medical expenses, including repatriation and evacuation in the event of accident of illness)
Please note: You must have a valid passport with at least 6 months remaining on it as well as bringing with you 4 passport size photos with you for your visa, as well as having a couple spare.
Contact Us
Start planning your holiday today
Call us on 0208 150 5150, for International callers 004420 8150 5150, send us an e-mail [email protected] or just use the form opposite.
Your next steps:
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1Get in touch and talk to our specialist Asia travel team
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2We then craft a unique and tailor-made itinerary just for you.
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3We will stay in touch with you all the way through your holiday experience
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4Pack you bags and get ready for your Asia holiday of a life time
On arrival in Asia we will meet you at the airport, transfer you to your hotel and then sit down to run over your holiday program again. We then introduce you to your local guides and give you some helpful local travel tips; such as local restaurant and bar suggestions and some cultural insights.
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