6 Days/5 Nights - Yogyakarta-Bali Overland

Yogyakarta is one of the foremost cultural center of Java.

Located at the foot of the active Merapi volcano,Yogyakarta was in the 16th and 17th centuries the scat of the mighty Javanese Empire of Mataram from which present day Yogyakarta has inherited the best of the traditions. The city itself has a special charm which seldom fails to captivate the visitor.

DAY 01: YOGYAKARTA ARRIVAL - WONOSOBO
Meet on arrival, direct excursion to most impressive and extensive Hindu temple complex of  Prambanan,the largest Shiva temple group providing the evidence of the past glory of the ancient
Mataram Kingdom continue the trip to visit : The historical and interesting sites of Sultan's Palace Gigantic temple of Borobudur ,with historical colossal Budhist sanctuary of the 8th century. Wonosobo is at the heart of Central Java and it covers an area of 984.67 square kilometers. The city is located on a mountainous region, with an altitude ranging from 275 to 2,100 meters above the sea level. Its cool climate and nice weather with an average temperature of 24o C is a sure gift of nature that provides every guests. Overnight at New Asia Hotel or similar.

DAY 02: WONOSOBO - TAWANG MANGU (B)
Breakfast at Hotel. Fullday tour take you to Dieng Plateau situated at the altitude of 3055 meters above sea level. We will have a drive through the magnificent beauty of the countryside,rivers
green mountains. Tour include a visit to Selo, Sukuh temple, Triwindu antique market. Late
afternoon arrive at Tawang mangu. Overnight at Hotel Komajaya or similar

DAY 03: TAWANG MANGU - MALANG (B)
Breakfast at hotel. Continue the trip to Malang , one of the cleanest and coolest cities in East Java has without any doubt been famous since along time ago.Historical remnants are scattered around Malang regency showing that it has played important role in many eras. Enroute stop at Candi Penataran, a large temple complex located in the west part of Mount Kelud around 450 meters above sea level.Late afternoon arrive in Malang and overnight at Montana Hotel.

DAY 04: MALANG - BROMO (B)
Breakfast at hotel. Morning City tour of Malang and continue a visit to  : Jajaghu or Jago temple was constructed in 1275 - 1300 AD. It believed as the burial place of King Wisnuwardhana ashes, the fourth king of Singosari kingdom, it is extremely interesting that the temple has ornament similarities to those of Penataran temple in Blitar Regency. Candi Kidal,this temple is located in Rejo Kidal village,the Real height of the temple is 17 meters, but now it's just 12,4 meters. The temple base has a square shape. The door is one the West side. Above the door of the temple. there are " Kepala Kala " (Head of Giants) and lions. The temple was decorated using ornaments, which depict Mahabharata story not in sequence. The trip also include a visit flower and fruit  market. Continue drive to Mount Bromo. Overnight at Yoshi Hotel

DAY 05: BROMO - KAWAH IJEN (B)
Early morning leaving for Bromo crater to enjoy a beautiful sunrise and return to hotel for breakfast and refreshing. Depart Bromo for Kawah Ijen passing through plantations and rain forest. Overnight at Arabika Guest House.

DAY 06: KAWAH IJEN -   BALI  (B)
After an early wake-up call and breakfast, then drive through the rural villages, coffee and clove plantations and then into one of Java's last rainforests. Humidity, wildlife, giant ferns and big trees cover the slope of the mountain, to arrive at the Park Ranger's station to begin the 90 minute hike to Ijen Crater, along a shandy track with spectacular views. The stunning view is unveiled at 2883 meters altutude. The lake eerie color and smoke wafting from bright yellow sulfur deposits create the landscape both desolate, baren and vibrantly alive. Watching miners descend into the crater and re-emerge carrying up to 80 kilos of one on bamboo basket along the treacherous path. Afterward walk down the mountain and drive to Bali via Ketapang. Late afternoon arrive in Denpasar.

REMARK
This tour classified as easy to moderate are suitable for all ages with reasonable good physical and conditions. What to wear : T'shirt, Hiking short,walking shoes,Long cotton trousers and change of clothes