Duration: 17 Nights / 18 Days
Cities: Jakarta – Pangkalan Bun – Semarang – Solo – Yogyakarta – Surabaya – Makassar – Rantepao – Sengkang – Bira
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Jakarta Gateway
Land in Indonesia’s dynamic capital where centuries of history blend with modern energy.
Private transfer to your hotel, then explore at leisure the colonial canals and vibrant cultural districts of this bustling metropolis.
Day 2: Jakarta Heritage Trail
Journey through Indonesia in miniature at TMII park, then step into living history at Batavia’s ancient port of Sunda Kelapa.
Marvel at traditional phinisi boats and wander the charming cobblestone squares where Dutch colonial grandeur still whispers tales of the past.
Day 3: Borneo Bound – River Safari Begins
Early flight to wild Kalimantan, then board your floating home – a traditional houseboat.
Cruise pristine rivers where orangutans play in emerald canopies and endemic proboscis monkeys watch curiously from swaying branches.
Day 4: Deep Into Orangutan Territory
Full immersion in Tanjung Puting’s untamed wilderness.
Trek jungle paths to orangutan rehabilitation centers, witness feeding sessions at Camp Leaky, and venture deep into primary forest searching for wild orangutans in their natural paradise.
Day 5: From Jungle to Java’s Cultural Heart
Farewell to Borneo’s primates as you journey to Semarang.
Explore the mystical Lawang Sewu with its thousand doors and the ancient Sam Po Kong Temple where multiple faiths converge, then continue to royal Solo.
Day 6: Mountain Temples & Mysteries
Discover Solo’s Sultan Palace treasures, then ascend misty Mount Lawu to ancient temples.
Explore mysterious Candi Sukuh with its enigmatic erotic carvings and serene Candi Ceto shrouded in mountain mists, before reaching Yogyakarta through rolling tea plantations.
Day 7: Yogyakarta Magic & Borobudur Wonder
Dive deep into Javanese culture at the magnificent Kraton palace and romantic Taman Sari water gardens.
Watch master artisans create intricate batik and silver jewelry, then stand in awe before Borobudur – Buddhism’s greatest stone masterpiece rising majestically from emerald plains.
Day 8: Prambanan Temples & Ramayana Spectacle
Explore the towering Hindu temple complex of Prambanan with its elaborate stone narratives.
As evening falls, dine under ancient spires while the epic Ramayana unfolds through mesmerizing traditional dance and shadow play.
Day 9: Java by Rail Adventure
Board an authentic Indonesian train for a scenic journey through endless rice paddies and traditional villages to Surabaya.
Continue to volcanic highlands near legendary Mount Bromo, preparing for tomorrow’s sunrise spectacle.
Day 10: Bromo Sunrise & Flight to Sulawesi
Pre-dawn ascent to witness sunrise over the otherworldly Tengger Caldera.
Trek across the volcanic sand sea to peer into Bromo’s active crater, then fly to Makassar – gateway to Sulawesi’s cultural treasures.
Day 11: Journey to the Land of the Dead
Travel through Sulawesi’s dramatic landscapes to reach mystical Tanah Toraja.
Stop to marvel at 40,000-year-old cave paintings and panoramic mountain vistas before reaching Rantepao, heart of Toraja culture.
Day 12-13: Toraja Cultural Immersion
Two intensive days exploring villages where traditional tongkonan houses stand like ships sailing to eternity.
Witness elaborate funeral ceremonies if occurring – spectacular rituals with buffalo sacrifices, trance dances, and ancient animist traditions that blur the boundaries between life and death.
Day 14: Lake Tempe’s Floating World
Journey to enchanting Lake Tempe where entire communities live on floating houses.
Cruise among fishermen’s stilted homes and witness spectacular sunsets painting the waters in brilliant gold.
Day 15: Coastal Paradise – Bira Beach
Arrive at Indonesia’s pristine southern coast where master craftsmen build traditional Phinisi boats using centuries-old techniques.
Relax on powder-white beaches where turquoise waters meet tropical perfection.
Day 16: Island Paradise & Coral Gardens
Escape to Liukang Island’s underwater wonderland.
Snorkel through vibrant coral reefs, swim in crystal-clear lagoons, and bask on secluded beaches that feel like your own private slice of paradise.
Day 17: Return Journey
Final coastal drive past traditional shipyards and gleaming salt fields, collecting last memories of Sulawesi’s maritime heritage before returning to Makassar.
Day 18: Departure
Airport transfer for your onward journey, carrying unforgettable memories of Indonesia’s incredible cultural and natural diversity.
Package Includes:
- 17 nights accommodation in selected hotels with daily breakfast
- All transfers and tours in private air-conditioned vehicles
- Professional English-speaking guides throughout the journey
- Meet and greet services at all airports
- All entrance fees and parking charges
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- 3-day/2-night deluxe houseboat experience in Kalimantan
- Traditional boat excursions to Lake Tempe and Liukang Island
- Executive class train ticket from Yogyakarta to Surabaya
- Refreshments during transfers and tours
- All applicable taxes (VAT)
Package Excludes:
- International flight tickets
- Domestic flights: Jakarta-Pangkalan Bun, Pangkalan Bun-Semarang, Surabaya-Makassar (NAM Air & Citilink)
- Personal travel insurance
- Visa on Arrival fee (IDR 500,000 per person, payable at airport)
- Personal expenses (drinks, phone calls, laundry, spa treatments)
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips for guides and drivers (recommended: €6-10 for guide, €3-6 for driver)
- Services during free time periods
- Excess luggage costs
- Any expenses due to flight delays/cancellations beyond our control
Note: This package excludes international flights and domestic flights within Indonesia. Travelers are responsible for arranging their own international airfare and domestic connections.
