Gems Of Indonesia: From Bali To Java
12 Days
Tour Description
Small groups lead to big experiences on this Small Group Discovery tour of Bali. If visions of white sands, blue seas, and balmy breezes come to mind, you’re not wrong, but this paradise of nature’s perfection is made even more beautiful by the warm welcomes and graceful treasures to be found in Indonesian cultures and traditions. Explore the palaces, temples, cliffs, and caves on this brilliant journey from Ubud to Nusa Dua and experience this feast for the soul for yourself on this Indonesian holiday in Bali. From the bold steps of Balinese dancers to the breathtaking sight of Mount Bromo’s volcanic landscape, you’ll also revel in the simple pleasures of ancient artistry and culinary traditions on this serene island sojourn where history and mystery are revealed with each extraordinary view. A Small Group Discovery tour to warm the heart! .
Traveller Notes
We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect holiday—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides, to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available).
Traveller Notes
We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect holiday—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides, to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available).
Priced From:
$ 7525pp *
Start Location: Ubud, Indonesia
End Location: Nusa Dua, Indonesia
Major Destinations: Puri Sukawati ,Goa Gajah,Borobudur Temple,Ramayana ballet,Bunung Kawi
Breakfast Meals Included:
11
Lunch Meals Included:
5
Dinner Meals Included:
3
Itinerary
Day
1
ARRIVE IN UBUD, INDONESIA
Your Small Group Discovery tour begins!
Welcome to Ubud in the hills of beautiful Bali! Hotel check-in is available mid-afternoon.
Day
2
UBUD
A Royal Welcome
Today, join one of the Royal family members on a [LF] tour of Puri Sukawati, a palace significant to the Balinese regal legacy. Tonight, join your Tour Director for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (B,L,D)
LOCAL FAVOURITE
SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Join your small group to learn about Bali's rich cultural history at Puri and enjoy a performance of traditional Balinese dance. A professional chef from the Royal family will show you the arts of Balinese cuisine during your cooking class for a sumptuous lunch.
Day
3
UBUD
Spirited Dances & Dramatic Shrines
Start your day with a fascinating performance of Barong dance. Then, stop at the village of Mas, known for its wood carvings, and the village of Celuk, a centre for Balinese silver. Visit Bunung Kawi, a Hindu temple complex comprised of 10 rock-cut shrines (candi) carved into the cliff face. Continue to the village of Kintamani for views of Mount Batur. Last stop is Goa Gajah, often referred to as the Elephant Cave. (B,L)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL WONDERS Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant overlooking Mount Batur, an active volcano that sits alongside Lake Batur.
Day
4
UBUD-CANDIDASA
Balinese Art & Ancestry
Tour the town of Ubud. Then, drive to Candidasa, a seaside town on the eastern coast of Bali. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
TIMELESS TRADITIONS Your tour of Ubud starts with Neka Art Museum, displaying a collection of art inspired by the beauty and culture of Bali. Then, visit the Threads of Life Indonesian Textile Arts centre, followed by Ubud Art Market. Finish your tour of Ubud at the Royal Palace where the local royal family still reside.
Day
5
CANDIDASA
Rice Paddies, Palaces & Palms
See the sights of Candidasa by [LF] vintage Volkswagen. Enjoy the evening at leisure. (B,L)
LOCAL FAVOURITE
SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Uniquely perfect for small groups, you'll enjoy scenic views of rice paddies and Mt Agung from the back of your vintage VW before arriving Puri Agung, the Palace of Amlapura. Continue to Lontar Museum and try your hand at the ancient skill of inscribing a palm leaf manuscript (lontar). Then, visit the Tirta Gangga Water Palace, and its sister site Taman Ujung Water Palace, where you'll enjoy lunch in the waterside pavilion.
Day
6
CANDIDASA-YOGYAKARTA-BOROBUDUR
On the Move
This morning, transfer to Denpasar for your flight to Yogyakarta. Transfer to your hotel in Borobudur. (B)
Day
7
BOROBUDUR
Temples & Tasty Traditions
Today, visit the impressive Borobudur Temple Complex, then head to Candirejo, a peaceful village surrounded by plantations and lush scenery. Before lunch at a local restaurant, enjoy a demonstration of Indonesian Gamelan music. (B,L)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
EPIC SIGHTS With more than 500 Buddha statues, the temple complex at Borobudur is the largest single Buddhist monument in the world and UNESCO World Heritage site. Two million stone blocks were used in its construction.
Day
8
BOROBUDUR-YOGYAKARTA
Swords, Sultans & Dance Steps
This morning, learn the [LF] art of kris making, then visit Kraton, the Sultan Palace of Yogyakarta. Continue to Prambanan Temple, the largest Hindu temple in the country and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy a performance of the Ramayana ballet in the temple. (B,L,D)
LOCAL FAVOURITE
SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE The kris is an asymmetrical dagger with distinctive blade patterning that has been produced in Indonesia for centuries. It is used for display, weapons, ceremonial dress, or symbol of social status or heroism. Join your small group to learn all about forging the weapon as well as its cultural rituals with a presentation by a traditional kris maker.
Day
9
YOGYAKARTA- BROMO
Scenic Sojourn
Journey by train through volcano-dotted terrain to Mojokerto. From here, travel by coach through classic Javanese scenery to Bromo. (B)
Day
10
BROMO-SURABAYA-NUSA DUA
Magical Mount Bromo
Start early with a morning visit to Mount Bromo. From here, you can take in unobstructed views over the active crater and the Tengger massif. Enjoy a late al fresco breakfast in the magical landscape of Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park. Later, transfer to Surabaya for your flight to Denpasar. Upon arrival back in Bali, transfer to your hotel in Nusa Dua. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL WONDERS Reigning over the magical landscapes of East Java, Indonesia, Mount Bromo looms large as one of the world's the most famous and active volcanoes. Part of the Tengger Massif, this complex of several volcanoes creates stunningly surreal and breathtaking landscapes.
Day
11
NUSA DUA
Dinner Dances
The morning is yours to enjoy this beachside town and your resort. This afternoon, travel to the southernmost tip of Bali to visit Uluwatu Temple. Here, enjoy dinner as you witness a traditional display of Kecak dance. (B,D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
LEGENDS & LORE One of seven sea temples that form a "chain" around the island, Uluwatu Temple stands some 230 feet atop a dramatic clifftop as a revered and ancient site for its protection of Hindu islanders from evil spirits since 900 AD.
Day
12
NUSA DUA
Safe travels until we meet again!
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Dates & prices
Dates
Prices
Status
Departure Date :
2025-10-18
Return Date :
2025-10-29
Twin :
7525 NZD
Open
Departure Date :
2025-10-04
Return Date :
2025-10-15
Twin :
7525 NZD
Open
Departure Date :
2025-09-06
Return Date :
2025-09-17
Twin :
7525 NZD
Open