Java & Bali

Overview

What Makes This Route Work

Two neighbouring islands with very different characters. Begin in Java's court city of Yogyakarta and the immense temples nearby, then hop across to Bali for Ubud's rice terraces and ceremonies, with a final stretch of well-earned time on the coast.

Highlights

• Sunrise at Borobudur
• Prambanan's Hindu temples
• Rice terrace walks near Ubud
• Days on Bali's quieter coast

1. Days 1–3

   Yogyakarta

   Visit the Sultan's palace and batik workshops, then rise early for Borobudur and see the temples of Prambanan by late-afternoon light.

2. Days 4–7

   Ubud

   Fly to Bali and settle among the rice fields. Walk the terraces, visit water temples and watch a traditional dance performance.

3. Days 8–11

   The Bali coast

   End on the coast with time to swim, snorkel and do very little, followed by a last sunset before your flight.