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Essence of Indonesia, Private tour

15 days
From Yogyakarta to Bali
5.0
4 traveler reviews
Essence of Indonesia, Private tour - Destination Services Indonesia
  • Explorer
  • Beach
  • Family
  • Temples
  • Wildlife
  • Private
  • Partially Guided
  • Train & Rail
  • Personalized
  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Christmas & New Year
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Age range 10 to 99
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Highlights

  • Explore Borobudur, the world's largest Buddhist temple
  • Visit the Sultan's Palace and Taman Sari Water Palace
  • Experience sunrise at Mt. Bromo from Penanjakan
  • Trek to the peak of Mt. Ijen and meet sulfur miners
  • Watch a Kecak dance at sunset in Uluwatu Temple

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 ARRIVAL YOGYAKARTA (15km – 0.5hr)
  2. Day 2 YOGYAKARTA – BOROBUDUR – CANDIREJO – YOGYAKARTA (95km – 8hrs)
  3. Day 3 YOGYAKARTA – KRATON – TAMAN SARI BY PEDICAB – PRAMBANAN TEMPLE – YOGYAKARTA (95km – 8hrs)
  4. Day 4 YOGYAKARTA – TRAIN TO MOJOKERTO – TROWULAN – BROMO (137km – 9hrs)
  5. Day 5 BROMO MORNING SUNRISE – BANYUWANGI (260km – 12hrs)
  6. Day 6 BANYUWANGI – IJEN – MORNING TREK – UBUD (90km – 8hrs)
  7. Day 7 UBUD
  8. Day 8 UBUD – BESAKIH TEMPLE – PENGLIPURAN VILLAGE (89km – 7hrs)
  9. Day 9 UBUD – BEDUGUL BRATAN LAKE TOUR –KUTA (120km – 7hrs)
  10. Day 10 KUTA – ULUWATU TEMPLE – JIMBARAN – KUTA (55km – 6hrs)
  11. Day 11 KUTA – SERANGAN – GILI TRAWANGAN (95km – 4.50hrs)
  12. Day 12 GILI TRAWANGAN
  13. Day 13 GILI TRAWANGAN
  14. Day 14 GILI TRAWANGAN – SERANGAN – KUTA (95km – 4.50hrs)
  15. Day 15 KUTA DEPARTURE (8km –1hr)
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  • Accommodation
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  • Free eSIM
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  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

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4.8
(15 reviews)

Number of tours

17

Age Range

10 to 99 years old

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Customer Reviews

  • K
    · December 7th, 2022
    We explored and enjoyed this amazing country in 2 weeks. We got to see every aspect of Indonesia both the well-known areas but also the lesser known, off the beaten track. We were impressed with the guide his knowledge and passion shone through continuously. We were engaged and immersed in this cultural experience.
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    Trip date: November 2022
  • R
    · November 24th, 2022
    I have never been to Indonesia before. This trip was very well organised from start to finish. On the 10th day we drove from Kuta to Uluwatu, where we visited the beautiful temple surrounded by hundreds of monkeys, which are considered the protectors of the locals. One of the monkeys had his mobile phone taken away by someone in our group and our tour guide went to incredible lengths to make sure he got it back. The tour guide was also very competent and always helpful. - I unfortunately don't remember his name. The accommodation and food were also very good. All in all, a successful trip.
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    Trip date: October 2022
  • Essence of Indonesia, Private tour reviewer 3
    · November 24th, 2022
    We travelled with this company to help us plan our 2 week honeymoon from Philadelphia, PA to Indonesia. I specifically love to say "travelled" since we felt like family to us by the end. My husband and I spent nearly a year working with a US based travel agent before we found this Operator selling through TourRadar. It was a stressful period for us to planning, especially becasue it was for our honeymoon. We were ready to pull the trigger but after many unanswered calls and emails we eventually heard back from the original travel agent who said she was in a car accident and unable to continue with our booking. While very sympathetic to her situation, we were left high and dry. But then we found the best customer service received by Destination Service Indonesia, they are brilliant and a true expert at their craft. I will admit, I had my initial reservations working with a non US based travel agency at first but they quickly helped break down that bias. Some highlights throughout the planning process include: They speaks impeccable English so no need to be concerned with a language barrier during planning, timely with responses is an understatement and they were by our side the ENTIRE booking process, impressively thorough and detailed. They know their country in and out and, most importantly, we TRUSTED the Operator with the booking and we are so glad we did. Once we booked, they sent us a detailed itinerary of the trip and all of our contacts names/phone numbers which was our lifeline. EVERYTHING you could possibly think of was organized and taken care of. Regardless, if you had a question he was just a text away and incredibly reliable. Some highlights throughout our trip include: The hotels were breathtaking and the tour offer from beach to rainforest and everything in between. Breakfast was included and we were also provided lunch and dinner suggestions. Food was DELICIOUS everywhere. Car transportation was included, to and from the airports, excursions or anywhere and everywhere we desired. And generally it was the same gentleman which was nice because you got to know one another. English speaking tour guides were included everywhere. They accompanied us during transport and excursions which was nice to have. And always had snacks/cold bottled waters for us in the car. Also, generally the same person which is comforting. These guides became our dear friends, they were very kind, is strange coming from America to a culture that is so open and welcoming. They showed all the beauty Indonesia had to offer and in luxury. ALL private excursions. No crowded tour groups or buses. Most importantly, we felt safe with this operator and its team while travelling in Indonesia. A representative met us at the gate and helped navigate through the airport, customs and even skipped some lines. An absolutely flawless execution by this travel company. I can sincerely say that our honeymoon would not have been as memorable if it wasn’t for Destination Services Indonesia and its team. I wouldn’t change a thing and I will NEVER go to Indonesia again without booking with them. I recommend him 100 times and would give ten stars if I could to this Travel Operator, we love you and cant wait until we meet again.
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    Trip date: September 2022
  • Essence of Indonesia, Private tour reviewer 4
    · October 18th, 2022
    The tour guides were very knowledgeable and...
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    Trip date: September 2022

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Essence of Indonesia, Private tour
From Yogyakarta to Bali

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Indonesia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Indonesia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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