12-Day West & Central Java Tour
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This 12-day adventure is the perfect way to explore the western and central parts of Java. Discover Bogor’s lush botanical gardens, climb volcanoes, and experience the warm local culture. Visit Ujung Genteng Beach to see sea turtles, and cruise along the Cikaso River. This trip takes you off the beaten path to hidden gems where few tourists go – an unforgettable journey for all ages.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival Day – Pickup from the airport and transfer to Bogor
Arrive at Jakarta Airport and meet your private driver. Rest from your flight and stay near the Botanical Gardens in Bogor. Optional: if you arrive early, a short tour through Jakarta is possible.
Bogor to Rachman Homestay (Salak National Park)
After breakfast, enjoy a city tour including a Wayang Golek (puppet) workshop. Visit a traditional market and explore the famous Botanical Gardens of Bogor. Continue to Salak National Park – Rachman’s homestay. Relax or join an Indonesian cooking class (recommended).
Explore Salak National Park
After breakfast, visit waterfalls and viewpoints in the national park. Take a jungle trek through lush tropical forest. For those seeking adventure: hike to the Queen’s Crater!
Travel from Salak National Park to Pelabuhan Ratu
Visit the traditional fish market and take a scenic village walk. Stay overnight at the beautiful Queen Resort. Relax and swim at the hotel.
Pelabuhan Ratu to Ujung Genteng via Geopark & Ciletuh Waterfall
Visit the Geopark and the Ciletuh Waterfall. Explore Ujung Genteng Beach. Stay at a beachfront resort. Nightly turtle nesting observation (July–September).
Explore the Ujung Genteng Area
Take a boat trip along the Cikaso River with swimming opportunities. Visit the Cikaso Waterfall. Optional: turtle nesting observation if missed the previous night (July–September).
Travel from Ujung Genteng to Bandung via Ciwidey
Visit the Rengganis Suspension Bridge. See the Kawah Putih (White Crater). Stay overnight at a hotel in lively Bandung.
Scenic Train from Bandung to Wonosobo/Kutoarjo
Take a scenic train ride from Bandung to Kutoarjo. Be picked up by your private driver and transferred to your hotel.
Wonosobo to Magelang
Visit Telaga Warna and the Gatotkaca Temple. Stay in Magelang and take time to relax after the journey.
Magelang – Yogyakarta
Visit the Borobudur Temple. Join a cycling and gamelan music experience. Take a Jeep tour at Mount Merapi volcano. Stay overnight in vibrant Yogyakarta.
Yogyakarta Cultural Day
Visit the Prambanan Temple. Explore the Sultan’s Palace (Kraton). Enjoy a coffee tasting. Join a Batik painting workshop.
Yogyakarta – End of Tour
Transfer from Yogyakarta to your next destination – Bandung, Bali, or Lombok.