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Java Heritage

Legend of Java Heritage Journey

13 Days

Overview

Step into the soul of Java with the Legend of Java Heritage Journey, a once-in-a-lifetime cultural adventure that blends history, tradition, and breathtaking scenery. Discover the island’s most iconic treasures, from awe-inspiring ancient temples to royal palaces that echo with the stories of Java’s sultans. Immerse yourself in the artistry of batik, experience authentic village life, and witness unforgettable cultural performances that bring Java’s legends to life. This journey is more than sightseeing—it’s a gateway to understanding the living heritage and timeless spirit of one of Indonesia’s most captivating islands

    From $2.365
    / Adult
      • Minimum 2 Person - ( Twin Share )
      • Unbeatable Value Assurance - ( Discover extraordinary adventures )
      • Effortless Reservation Process - ( No booking hassles )
      • Transparent Pricing, Zero Surprises - ( No hidden costs )
      • Expertise Beyond Measure - ( Team of seasoned experts )
      • Your Joy, Our Priority - ( Happiness Commitment )

    The rate includes

    • Air-conditioned private transportation during the program
    • Tour and meal program base on mentioned above
    • Mineral water during tour
    • Executive train from Bandung to Yogyakarta
    • 12 nights accommodation + Daily breakfast during tour
    • based on twin share
    • Entrance fees, parking fees as per program
    • Professional English speaking guide during the program

    Not included in the rate

    • Visa arrangement
    • Other optional not mentioned in program
    • Lunch and dinner not mentioned in program
    • High/Peak season surcharge from hotel
    • Suggested tipping USD.5 per person(guest) per day

    Itinerary

    Arrive in Jakarta, meet and greet with our guide for transfer to your hotel for overnight .

    Breakfast at hotel, Start your day in Indonesia with visiting Old City or Kota Tua, Monument National (Monas), then passing Istiqlal mosque and Cathedral church and stop at National museum to get overview about Indonesia history and last visit Sunda Kelapa harbor. Sunda Kelapa Port is one of the oldest ports in Indonesia and is the forerunner of Jakarta Jakarta. This port was renamed several times but based on the Decree of the Governor of DKI Jakarta dated 6 March 1974 the name of Sunda Kelapa was named as the official name of this port. The Port Harbor on the north coast of Jakarta never dies. It is always crowded by human activities. Gigantic wooden ships were kept awake. The activities of loading and unloading goods from the hull and deck are always full this port. Back to your hotel for overnight.

    Early morning at 05:00 am, be picked up at the hotel by a guide and driver. 

    Then drive for around 3.5 hours to the border of Baduy Tribe by private car. Breakfast will be provided at a local restaurant with a cup of coffee to enjoy. After breakfast, prepare to explore the unique Baduy Tribe. Get to visit and learn about the ethnic Sundanese ethnic. (Please note: It is not allowed to visit the inner Baduy Tribe. Only the outer Baduy Tribe is accessible.)

    Learn all about the Baduy Tribe who call themselves Kanekes. They are a traditional Sundanese community living in the western part of Indonesia in the province of Banten, near Rangkasbitung. The population of 11,700 is centered in the Kendeng Mountains at 300-500 metres above sea level. Ethnically the Baduys belong to the Sundanese ethnic group. Their racial, physical and linguistic traits bear much resemblance to the rest of the Sundanese people, however, the difference is in their way of life. Baduy people resist foreign influences and strive to preserve their traditional way of life, while most modern Sundanese are more open to foreign influences. The Baduy are divided into two sub-groups, the Baduy Dalam (Inner Baduy), and the Baduy Luar (Outer Baduy).

    No foreigners are allowed to meet the Inner Baduy who practice limited contact with the outside world. The origin of the word Baduy may come from the term ‘Bedouin’ although other sources claim the source is a name of a local river. Return to Jakarta for overnight.

    Depart after breakfast to Bogor, find the different atmosphere in cool weather because the city is under the mountain. Botanical garden is located in the center of city and is adjacent to the Presidential Palace complex. The area is 87 hectares and has a collection of 15,000 species of trees and plants. The geographical of Bogor which call rain city, inside the garden you can walk or rent the electric bicycle, scooter, mini car or normal bike. There is more activity to explore botanical. Drive through up the hill to see the different area on along of the street the house of local especially visit the wooden puppet carpenter, market optional time and rice field and Mulyaharja's superior tourism is located on a stretch of rice fields set against the majestic Mount Salak with organic rice as its icon. Check in at your hotel in Bogor.

    Gunung Padang or mount Padang is a giant pyramidal megalithic site lies on a hilltop. The site consists of 5 terraces that form a pyramid with an elevation of 885 meters above sea level on its base. Its peak has an elevation of about 989m. According to researches, Gunung Padang site is one of the oldest and the biggest pyramids in the world  located in Karyamukti village, District Campaka, Cianjur regency, WestJava. There are many prehistoric megalithic site in Indonesia. But the discovery of Gunung Padang made geologist and scientist around the world open their eyes. The discoveries shocked the world of sciences, archaeology, and anthropology because it could change our common knowledge about history. It is like a big elephant entering a crowded anthropology classroom. Two things that shocked the world is about the age and the size of the site. Then drive to Bandung for overnight .

    Breakfast at Hotel, Depart from hotel then visiting Tangkuban Perahu about 45minutes driving, a smoldering 2000 m wide, surrealistic volcano 1800 above sea level. Continued to Ciater Hot Spring with passing through the huge wonderful tea plantation. Here, you will have lunch by personal account and possible to take a bath in the hot natural water pool.  Afternoon visiting Padasuka village to enjoy the Angklung (traditional bamboo instrument) performance at Saung Angklung Ujo. check in to your hotel.

    Early breakfast at Hotel, then transfer to Bandung Train Station  for your next journey to Jogjakarta by Argowilis Executive Train about 6 hours. Arrive in Yogyakarta then driving to Prambanan temple about 45 minutes from Jogjakarta Train Station, visit Prambanan Hindu’s temple,  Prambanan built during the Canjaya dynasty in the 9 century. Check in to your hotel .
    NOTE : Traditional Ramayana dances & dinner with optional expenses

    Start with a visit to The Sultan’s Palace, also known as Kraton, it’s central to Javanese cosmology as being at the centre of the Mount Merapi and Parangtritis Beach Lines. This building, constructed between 1756 and 1790, is a fine example of traditional Javanese sultanate architecture. Remaining today as the residence of the Sultan, this living museum features a showcase of Javanese culture and relics. Depending on the day of visit, there may also be a cultural performance ranging from Golek Menak Puppet‘s to classical Javanese Poetry performance known as Macapat that takes place at the temple.

    Continue with a 30-minute ride by becak (similar to a cyclo or trishaw) and explore the neighboring Kauman Village built in the vicinity of the Kraton. This village is the central keeper of Islamic religion as authorized by the Sultanate. The small gangs (laneways) of this village are designed to ensure minimal disturbance of noise and traffic so as to not interrupt the Santri, or Islamic students, from their study. It is also said that by ensuring the laneways are only passable on foot - every man in the village is equal.  End the becak ride at the Taman Sari Water Palace. This addition to the royal complex was built over 200 years ago by the first Sultan with bathing pools for his harem. Then, visiting a home batik factory, attend a short 30 minutes demonstration of Batik course  and lunch in nearby local restaurant in Yogyakarta. Drive to Kotagede a charming suburb of Yogyakarta famous for its traditional Javanese atmosphere and known for its silversmith workshops. On arrival In Kotagede, depart on a leisurely bicycle tour around the area and visit a master baker’s house for a taste of Kembang Waru – a delicious type of cookie only produced in Kotagede. Continue to the traditional market and explore this bustling Pasar, once the main market in the area. Resume the tour, arriving at the oldest mosque in Yogyakarta dating back from 1575. There, borrow a traditional Javanese costume before entering, a sign of respect to the former kings, and then explore the historical compound of the Mataram Kingdom and its Royal Cemetery. End the visit of Kotagede with a walking tour amongst narrow laneways and discover the unique Kalang-style architecture indigenous to Kotagede – a combination of Javanese and Colonial styles. Then transfer to your hotel in Borobudur area for overnight.

    Wake up early in the morning to reach Borobudur temple before sunrise, leaving the hotel around 04:30. This is the most mystical time to see the temple where you can see Borobudur sunrise from the temple directly. Then after breakfast, we will take a walk to explore Borobudur temple. We will take a walk around Borobudur (we no longer allow to climb up the temple by Indonesia government), this massive temple- the largest Buddhist temple in the world- and discover the incredible history behind its construction. Comprised of thousands of volcanic and river stone blocks, the temple was assembled entirely by human labour and took more than 75 years to complete. These days, the UNESCO Heritage site is still visible in its full glory with magnificent carvings and an unusual, yet surprisingly beautiful bulk structure. You will admire the thousands of intricate carvings found along the walls of Borobudur and learn about the incredible history behind its construction. This UNESCO heritage site is sure to surprise even the most seasoned travelers. A mystical experience that will remain in your heart. Then continue for 1 Hour Meditation at Vihara Mendut which will be followed by a short exploration of the monastery, it is older than Borobudur, the pyramid shaped temple of Mendut houses three carved stone statues, learn about the history of the temple and the unique architecture. Then the Pawon Temple, located right on an axis between Borobodur and Mendut. Due to its simplicity and the contrast with the style used in East Java, it has been called a "jewel" of the architecture of Java times. Then back to hotel for rest. About  11.00, we will drive to Pak Tijab House for 1 hour Javanese Gamelan instrument lesson. Feel the music on your trip to the villages around Borobudur. Take some music lessons from the local gamelan artists and have fun practicing a tune or two an on this traditional instrumental ensemble and have Javanese food lunch at Pak Tijab traditional house. In the afternoon, you will enjoy an in-depth exploration of Candirejo, a typical rural village. You will travel from Dokar, with a local cart, crossing small streets lined with traditional houses. You will pass by scenes of everyday life, such as making cassava crackers or drying chilies. You can stop often to take pictures or chat with the locals, to learn more about their typical activities and their rich traditions. Late afternoon back to hotel for overnight .

    Depart hotel in Borobudur at midnight, the journey to Dieng Plateau will take about 2 hours by car. The hike to the Dieng Plateau sunrise viewpoint at the top of Sikunir Hill takes 20-30 minutes from the foot of the path that leads you to the top. On a clear day, you can see up to 8 volcanoes from the top of this hill.  From the top of Sikunir Hill, you will head to Telaga Warna Lake via Batu Pandang Hill after the Dieng Plateau sunrise. Telaga Warna Lake, or ‘Colourful Lake’, contains water that can change in fluctuating colors. At times it can be green, purple, yellow or even taking the colors of the rainbow! This phenomenon occurs when the sun hits the water due to its high sulfur content. From Telaga Warna Lake, you will next visit Sikidang Crater, which is an open sulfur crater with angry bubbling mud and bellowing steam. It’s set among a bumpy and dusty landscape that will make you feel like you arrived on another planet. Not far from the crater, you can also visit the Arjuna Temple Complex which houses eight small Hindu temples that date back to the seventh century. Check in at your hotel in Yogyakarta

    Today after breakfast, start the day with a visit of Solo.

    Also known as Surakarta, the city of Solo was founded in 1745 by a local king. The site for the new Mataram Kingdom’s capital was reportedly chosen through voices heard by the king. Solo is the capital of batik in Java and remains home to some of the most intact Dutch colonial architecture in Indonesia. Visit Keraton Mangkunegaran - a classical repository of classical Javanese art. Built as a palace for a ‘junior’ line of the royal family in the 18th century, the splendid building has an extensive collection of 14th century jewelry, majestic silverworks, traditional Javanese weapons and classical dancing body ornaments. End the morning with a visit to a well-known batik museum and learn about this famous Javanese art developed through the ages. Also, see craftsmen and women at work making new creations. Lunch will be served here as well. Early in the afternoon, depart for a half-day excursion to Sukuh and Cetho, two of the latest Hindu temples built in Java before the island's courts were converted to Islam in the 16th century.  Located on the western slopes of Mount Lawu (3,265m), this area, at the border between Central and East Java, offers spectacular landscapes with terraces covered by beautiful tea plantations . Explore Sukuh, located at 910 metres in elevation, and take a look at its unique pyramidal shape -similar in style to the Mayan temples of Central America and its stone carvings of Hindu phallic symbols. Continue the drive, passing through beautiful tea plantations to Cetho, another Hindu temple located even higher on the mountain and rarely visited. Its carvings are similar to Sukuh Temple, but the multi-tiered temple differs in architectural layout. Return to Yogyakarta for overnight.

    Day 12 :
    Yogyakarta

    Free days in hotel (B)

    Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Yogyakarta International Airport for your flight to next destination. End of the trip  

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