Senin, 08 Oktober 2012

CENTRAL JAVA

A. Yogyakarta Central java Classic Tour


When travelling to Indonesia, this tour program becomes the main tour. The places are reachable from Yogyakarta town. These tour objects just become a must during their stay in Indonesia

Day 1
In the morning, upon arrival at Yogyakarta airport, our guide and driver will pick you up. Then  the tour will start by visiting the Sultan's Palace which is supposed structurally as the finest examples of Javanese palace architecture, providing series of luxurious halls, spacious courtyards and pavilions.
After having had lunch, we proceed to Kota Gede. The town has been the centre of Yogya’s silver industry. Besides that this area is quite old. This town was the first capital of the ancient Mataram Kingdom
Day 2

On the 2nd day we explore the Dieng plateau and its area which takes around 3,4 hours from Yogyakarta. The temples in this place are set in a strange but beautiful landscape within the huge, mashing calderas of a volcano. From Dieng the trip goes back to Yogyakarta. But on the way we will be exploring the magnificence of Borobudur temple. This huge temple was built with some 60.000 cubic meters of stones, around the 8th century, and it is supposed to be one of the greatest Buddhist relics of South East Asia. The temple is closely related to two other small and nearby temples, namely Pawon and Mendut temple, that you will visit as well.

Day 3
Visiting the Hindu temples, called the Prambanan. Exploring the beauty of it and following the Ramayana story carved on the wall is an advantage. The complex gives the wealth of sculptural detail on the great Shiva Temples makes it the most outstanding example of Hindus art.

We have been to all main interesting places in Yogyakarta. The time for driver and tour guide to bring you to the airport Yogyakarta for your next destination. 

B. Central Java Temple Tour

Day 1
 

Arriving at Yogyakarta airport, we will meet you and introduce Yogyakarta by visiting the highest Hindus temple in Indonesia; Prambanan temple. Exploring the beauty of it and following the Ramayana story carved on the wall is an experience. After that go further for around one km, to explore Candi Sewu (Thousand Temple). Driving to Yogyakarta, on the way visit Kalasan and Sambisari temple. The last temple is nice since it lays at lower ground. In the evening enjoying Ramayana Dance performance after your dinner.


Day 2 


After breakfast at hotel, at around 07.00, depart to Dieng Plateau to visit the oldest temple complex in Indonesia. There are interesting small temples in this area, beside of course you can see the Dieng Crater. After exploring Dieng temple complex, proceed to Borobudur temple. This was hugely built with around 60.000 cubic meters of stones in around 8th century and it is supposed to be the greatest Buddhist relics of South East Asia. The other two related temple; Pawon and Mendut will be the points to visit as well. Then the tour continuous to Bandungan.


Day 3
Morning, go uphill and make a small trekking to visit Gedong Songo (Nine Temple Complex). The temples lay on separated hill which give you a chance to make trekking with fresh air or you can do also by horse.Then driving back to Yogyakarta. Free program.




Day 4
Free for your own leisure time until we pick up and bring you to airport or train station in Yogyakarta for your next destination


C. Yogyakarta and Surakarta Classic Tour

Day 1 Yogyakarta arrival
Upon arrival in the morning at airport or train station in Yogyakarta, our guide and driver are ready to meet you.


Day 2 Borobudur temple - Yogyakarta City Tour

Borobudur temple will be the first point to start your tour in Yogyakarta. This temple is well known as one of the seven wonder s in the world. Explore the magnificent temple and follow the life of Buddha carved on the walls. The other two small temples, Pawon and Mendut on the pilgrims way to Borobudur, are the next points to visit on the way back to Yogyakarta. The morning will be concluded with the Sultan's Palace of Yogyakarta where you may also see the life of Yogyakarta Palace from close by. You will also understand the cultural mix of Hindu, Moslem and animistic influences. A visit of Yogyakarta without going to Kota Gede as the centre town of silver is not complete. You will find a lot of industries ranging from home industry to big companies providing beautiful silver handicrafts.


Day 3 Solo - Prambanan temple Tour

In the morning you depart from Yogyakarta to Solo (or Surakarta) to visit Mangkunegaran Palace and the antique market (option). This town is really the elder brother of Yogyakarta. Returning from Solo, you visit on the way the Prambanan Temple. This Hindu temple is the highest one in Indonesia and known also as Rara Jonggrang Temple. In the evening, after having dinner, you can enjoy the beauty of a Ramayana dance performance.


Day 4 Transfer out
Free for your own program until departure time, when we will pick you up and bring you to the next destination in Yogyakarta (airport, or train station)


YOGYAKARTA

A. Yogyakarta One Day Temple Tour 

Upon arrival at airport Yogyakarta in the morning, our guide and driver meet you and then bring you to Borobudur temple, the biggest Buddhist temple in Indonesia.

Follow the life of Sidarta carved on the walls of the temple. This temple was supposed to be built with 60.000 cubic meters of stones in the 8th century. After that you can also visit the other two nearby temples, the Pawon and Mendut temples.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.

After lunch we continue our trip to the Prambanan Temple. The main temple (Shiva temple) is the highest Hindu temple in Indonesia. This temple has four rooms and each room has its own statue. Enjoy the famous Ramayana epos, beautifully carved on the walls of this temple complex.

Transfer to airport Yogyakarta for your next destination

B. Yogyakarta Classic Tour (5D/4N)

Day 1 Arrive in Yogyakarta 
Upon your arrival at Yogya airport or railway station, we are ready to meet you and bring you to your accommodation in Yogyakarta.

Day 2 Borobudur Yogyakarta city tour

After your breakfast, depart to Magelang district to visit the magnificent Borobudur temple, built with 60.000 m3 of stones in the 8th century. Follow the life of the founder of Buddhism (Sidarta Gautama) carved on the walls. Two other small temples, Pawon and Mendut, both related to Borobudur, will be visit afterwards. After that, we proceed to Yogyakarta again to visit the Sultan's Palace of Yogyakarta.

Day 3 Prambanan temple tour
The Prambanan Temple is the first option in this morning to visit, to enjoy the beauty of the highest Hindu temple in Indonesia. Follow the famous story of the Ramayana epos, beautifully carved on the walls. This temple is also known as the Rara Jonggrang temple, according to an ancient legend. Staying around in Yogyakarta town, Kota Gede as the centre of silver is a good option to visit. There you can see talented hands busy making silver handicrafts.

Day 4 Yogyakarta free program
Free for your own program. It is an option for you to have a walk over Malioboro Street. You can depart from your accommodation by becak (three wheels cycle taxi) or by andong (traditional vehicle carried by horse/s). Other options could be a visit to the Paku Alaman, the 17th century Water Palace. Ask us for many more suggestions.

Day 5 Transfer out
Free program until your departure for your next destination. We will pick you up and bring you to airport or train station in Yogyakarta

BALI

A. Bali Classic Tour

Day 1
Upon your arrival in Bali you will be transferred to your hotel of choice. The rest of the day is free to explore at your leisure. You can lie down on the beautiful beach or enjoy a swim at hotel’s pool.
Day 2
We pick you up in the morning after your breakfast at your hotel. This tour takes you to see the artistic life of Bali and the beautiful volcano Mount Batur. Starting with a mythical Balinese dance Barong Dance, a dance showing an eternal battle between good and evil. Then we visit a silver & gold smith in Celuk and a wood carving gallery where you can see the artists work. Goa Gajah, a temple inside a bat cave, is your next stop. Then we take you to the climax of this tour: the volcano Mount Batur. You will enjoy your lunch with the beautiful panorama of this volcano. After lunch we proceed to Tampak Siring to visit the holy water springs Tirta Empul and ancient cut of tombs Gunung Kawi. Last stop is Ubud market where you have the opportunity to buy souvenirs.

Day 3
This tour starts after lunch at about 3.00 pm. A sea temple on the west coast of Bali where sunset is the favorite time to visit. This famous temple stands on top of a rock that must once have been a promontory, jutting into the gulf. During high tide, the huge waves of Indian Ocean lash the base of the rock, breaking into white foam. During low tide, one can walk to the temple. Beforehand, we visit Taman Ayun temple in Mengwi, a famous royal temple of Tabanan Kingdom. The second visit is the Alas Kedaton, a monkey forest for monkeys are significant animal for Balinese Hindu’s.

Day 4
At this final day you have time to do last shopping or to make it a relaxing day until your time for departure. Transfer to airport will be provided.

B. Bali Exotic Tour


Day 1
We are ready at airport to pick you up and transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is free program.

Day 2


We pick you up in the morning after your breakfast at your hotel. This tour takes you to see the artistic life of Bali and the beautiful volcano Mount Batur. Starting with a mythical Balinese dance Barong Dance, a dance showing an eternal battle between good and evil. Then we visit a silver & gold smith in Celuk and a wood carving gallery where you can see the artists work. Goa Gajah, a temple inside a bat cave, is your next stop.. Then we take you to the climax of this tour: the volcano Mount Batur. You will enjoy your lunch with the beautiful panorama of this volcano. After lunch we proceed to Tampak Siring to visit the holy water springs Tirta Empul and ancient cut of tombs Gunung Kawi. Last stop is Ubud market where you have the opportunity to buy souvenirs.

Day 3




Today we come again in the morning to take you to explore more of Bali. This tour is a combination of Bedugul tour and Tanah Lot tour. First stop is Ulun Danu, a temple in Lake Bratan in Bedugul. Bedugul is located at about 1400 m above the sea level. Then you will have the opportunity to stop at local vegetables market Candi Kuning. Lunch will be served in Pacung with a beautiful view of rice fields. After lunch we proceed to Royal Temple of Taman Ayun in Mengwi. Final visit is Tanah Lot temple to enjoy the sunset.

Day 4
On this day you will have time to explore Bali at your own. Maybe to go shopping in Kuta or the surrounding hotel

Day 5
At this final day you have time to do last shopping or to make it a relaxing day until your time for departure. Transfer to airport will be provided