Malaysia and Indonesia, Java and Bali. History, temples, volcanoes and jungle
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Price$989+ flight to Kuala Lumpur and back home from Bali
- Physical grade 2/5
- Service grade Standard
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Duration15 days
We will spend two weeks exploring the best spots of two neighbouring countries - Malaysia and Indonesia. In Kuala Lumpur we will visit Petronas twin towers, on Penang island enjoy some of the best cuisine in the world, and in old Melacca discover Malaysia's colonial past. Then, we move to the most populous island of Indonesia - Java, where we visit world- famous complexes of Borobudur and Prambanan and gaze into craters of Bromo and Ijen volcanoes. Finally, we visit beautiful Bali where we relish stunning nature and learn about the island's unique culture.
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Day 1Arrival in Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, checking into a hotel.
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Day 2We visit holy Hindu Batu caves, then head to the world’s largest covered bird park and explore Petronas twin towers with a lush park around them. For dinner we head to the famous Alor Street known for its Chinese seafood and other mouthwatering Asian dishes.
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Day 3Bus to Malacca, the oldest town in Malaysia. We visit the History and Ethnography Museum, ride a boat down the Malacca river, explore the old town and remains of the fort. After lunch we go back to Kuala Lumpur (2 hours) and fly to Penang island (1 hour) where we check into a hotel in the center.
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Day 4We spend our morning in the jungle hiking to the sandy beach of the National Park, then visit several remarkable Buddhist temples. Penang is one of the world’s food destinations, and we will take full advantage of its Malay, Indian, Chinese and Baba-Nyonya cuisines.
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Day 5In the morning we visit Kek Lok Si Temple with its striking pagoda and the statue of Guan Yin, then walk in Penang Botanic Gardens. We spend the rest of the day enyoing endless mazy streets of old Georgetown, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Day 6Morning flight to Kuala Lumpur followed by another flight to the ancient city of Yogyakarta in Indonesia. Checking into a hotel.
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Day 7We visit Kraton Palace, residence of Yogyakarta sultans, explore Yogyakarta’s landmarks and explore Prambanan, a complex of early medieval Hindu temples. We enjoy sunset on a lovely beach.
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Day 8We visit Borobudur, a 9th-century Buddhist stupa and temple complex, both located close to Yogyakarta. Afterwards we explore authentic Muslim quarters of Yogyakarta and have dinner in the famous local restauran.
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Day 9Short flight to Surabaya (1 hour) and bus transfer to the village of Cemoro Lawang (3.5 hrs) at the foot of the Bromo volcano. Checking into a hotel close to the crater. Afternoon hike (40 to 50 minutes one way) to the crater to explore the active volcano and stunning out-of-this-world landscapes.
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Day 10Early in the morning we set out for Bromo crater and watch breathtaking sunrise in Bromo-Tengger-Semeru National Park. Then we go back to the hotel to have breakfast and ride to Bondowoso (about 5 hours) visiting gorgeous Madakaripura waterfall on the way.
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Day 11We climb the Ijen volcano, and explore crater of the “poisonous lake”, where Indonesian workers mine sulfur every night. After breakfast we take a bus and ferry to Bali (2-3 hours on the way) and check into a hotel in Pemuteran. The rest of the day we relax and enjoy a volcanic beach with black sand in front of our hotel.
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Day 12-14A short hike to Sekumpul waterfall in the northwest of the island, a visit to Ulun Danu Bratan temple, a trip to Jatiluwih, the largest rice terraces on the island. Morning walk to the sacred monkey forest in Ubud. Ten-kilometer rafting on the fairy-tale river Ayung. We will also visit the palace of the rulers of Ubud and explore the city famous for its artists and craftsmen. Water Temple of Gunung Kawi Sebatu near Ubud. A trip to a hidden beach in the south of the island and sunset at the edge of a 70-meter rock.
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Day 15Morning trip to the airport, flight back home.
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We will spend two weeks exploring the best spots of two neighbouring countries - Malaysia and Indonesia. In Kuala Lumpur we will visit Petronas twin towers, on Penang island enjoy some of the best cuisine in the world, and in old Melacca discover Malaysia's colonial past. Then, we move to the most populous island of Indonesia - Java, where we visit world- famous complexes of Borobudur and Prambanan and gaze into craters of Bromo and Ijen volcanoes. Finally, we visit beautiful Bali where we relish stunning nature and learn about the island's unique culture.
Is this trip for you?
The trip is of light physical grade. Expect long city walks and easy walks in national parks. The trip also includes several long daytime rides in hired minivans or off-road vehicles with lots of sightseeing on the way. We will also take four short flights in Malaysia and Indonesia. We will stay in simple hotels and guesthouses, all will have Wi-Fi internet, hot water and air conditioning or fans
Price of the trip includes:
- Four domestic and international flights (Kuala-Lumpur - Penang - Kuala-Lumpur, Kuala-Lumpur - Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta - Surabaya);
- All accommodation, including twin and triple rooms of simple hotels;
- All transportation including buses, boats, ferries, hired and public transport;
- Professional guiding services;
- Rafting on Bali river.
To be paid separately:
- Flight to Kuala Lumpur and back home from Bali;
- Medical insurance (mandatory);
- Entrance fees to temples, parks and other attractions (up to $180);
- Food ($8-20 per person per day).
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We will spend two weeks exploring the best spots of two neighbouring countries - Malaysia and Indonesia. In Kuala Lumpur we will visit Petronas twin towers, on Penang island enjoy some of the best cuisine in the world, and in old Melacca discover Malaysia's colonial past. Then, we move to the most populous island of Indonesia - Java, where we visit world- famous complexes of Borobudur and Prambanan and gaze into craters of Bromo and Ijen volcanoes. Finally, we visit beautiful Bali where we relish stunning nature and learn about the island's unique culture.
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Malaysia and Indonesia are visa free for citizens of most countries.
We provide free visa consulting services for our clients.
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