⚠️ Important Notes

Fitness Level: Moderate to challenging. This trip includes some mountain hiking (Mount Slamet, Bromo, Ijen) and long drives across Java. Travel Style: Private overland trip — combining scenic drives, adventure activities, and cultural immersion. Weather: Expect tropical climate (warm and humid) in lowlands, and cool temperatures (10–18°C) in highlands. Accommodation: All hotels or guesthouses are chosen for cleanliness, local charm, and comfort — typically 3★ or equivalent boutique lodges. Packing Light: You’ll change accommodation almost daily; a soft duffel bag or 40L backpack is easier than a suitcase. Insurance: Personal travel insurance is strongly recommended and not included in the package. Responsible Travel: Respect local customs, nature conservation rules, and community-based tourism initiatives. Electricity: 220V standard Indonesian plug (Type C/F – same as in Europe). Connectivity: Internet access available in most hotels, but limited signal in mountain areas (Gunung Slamet & Ijen). Safety: All treks are guided by experienced local guides familiar with the terrain and safety protocols.

Explore Java Overland Expedition – 13 Days / 12 Nights

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TRIP DATES	AVAILABILITY	PRICE	SPACE LEFT
April 27, 2026 - May 9, 2026	Guaranteed	21,100,000	Available
June 23, 2026 - July 5, 2026	Guaranteed	21,100,000	Available
July 27, 2026 - August 8, 2026	Guaranteed	21,100,000	Available
August 24, 2026 - September 5, 2026	Guaranteed	21,100,000	Available

Explore Java Overland Expedition – 13 Days / 12 Nights

From Jakarta to East Java: Volcanoes, Temples, and Timeless Culture

Discover the soul of Java through a 13-day private overland journey from Jakarta to Banyuwangi.
This all-inclusive adventure blends volcano trekking, ancient temples, and cultural immersion — perfect for travelers who crave authenticity but still enjoy comfort.

From the high cliffs of Gunung Parang, the misty Dieng Plateau, to the glowing Blue Fire of Ijen, this route captures the very essence of Indonesia’s most diverse island.

🏨 Recommended Hotels or Equivalent

Destination	Recommended Hotel (or similar)	Nights
Purwakarta	Harper Purwakarta / Grand Situ Buleud	1
Tasikmalaya	Horison Tasikmalaya / Favehotel Tasik	1
Purbalingga (Slamet base)	Wisma Serayu / Homestay Bobotsari	1
Dieng Plateau	Tani Jiwo Hostel / D’Qiano Hot Spring	1
Yogyakarta	Hotel Neo Malioboro / Pesonna Malioboro	2
Surabaya	Ibis Styles Jemursari / Swiss-Belinn Tunjungan	1
Bromo (Ngadisari)	Lava View Lodge / Café Lava Hostel	2
Banyuwangi (Ijen)	Ketapang Indah Hotel / Grand Harvest	2
Watudodol	Watu Dodol Hotel / Bangsring Breeze	1

🍱 Meals Included

Breakfast: Daily (12x, included at each hotel)
Lunch: Local Indonesian lunch (13x, at recommended local restaurants)
Dinner: Not included (guests free to explore local cuisine)

💰 Estimated Price

Participants	Total	USD	Price per Person
2 Persons (Private Trip)	Rp 41.000.000	$ 1261	Rp 21.500.000 / person
4 Persons (Private Trip)	Rp 58.900.000	$ 957	Rp 14.975.000 / person

All prices include accommodation, transport, meals, guide, and entrance fees.

📍 Route Overview explore Java

Jakarta → Purwakarta → Tasikmalaya → Purbalingga → Dieng → Yogyakarta → Surabaya → Bromo → Ijen → Banyuwangi

Travel from the busy streets of Jakarta to the cool volcanic landscapes of East Java.
This trip combines scenic drives, short treks, and authentic encounters with locals — a once-in-a-lifetime expedition across the island.

💬 Why Choose This Explore Java Overland Route

Covers entire Java island — from capital to volcanic east.
Balanced between adventure, culture, and relaxation.
Private, comfortable, and customizable itinerary.
Operated by local expert guides from Keliling Nusantara.

Ready to explore Java from West to East?
Start your private expedition today and experience the beauty, culture, and adventure that define Indonesia.

👉 Book your 13-Day Java Overland Tour now!

Maximum Altitude
3400
Transportation
Private Car
Accomodation
Sharing Hotel, Homestay, Tent
Fitness level
Medium
Arrival on
1 Day Earlier
Departure from
Jakarta
Best season
April - October
Guiding method
Friendly - Professional
Meals
Include
Language
Indonesia - English
Destinations
Jakarta
Activities
City Tour, Hiking
Trip Type
Curated Journey, Multiple Days

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Overview

Ready to explore Java from West to East?

From bustling Jakarta to the tranquil Bali Strait, this 13-day Java Overland Tour is the ultimate way to experience Indonesia’s most diverse island. You’ll hike volcanoes, visit ancient temples, explore traditional villages, and end your journey with the surreal Blue Fire of Mount Ijen.

Designed for travelers who crave adventure without sacrificing comfort, this trip combines cultural discovery, scenic drives, and natural wonders in one seamless overland route.

Start your private expedition today and experience the beauty, culture, and adventure that define Indonesia.

🗓️ Trip Highlights

🚙 Jeep sunrise at Mount Bromo, across the Sea of Sand
🧗‍♂️ Climb Gunung Parang via ferrata – experience Java’s first iron path adventure
🏡 Visit Kampung Naga – a living Sundanese village untouched by modernity
🏖️ Relax at Grand Watudodol Beach, overlooking Bali Strait
🌋 Hike Mount Slamet, the highest volcano in Central Java
🏞️ Explore Dieng Plateau – Color Lake, Arjuna Temple, and sulfur craters
🛕 Visit Borobudur & Prambanan, UNESCO Heritage Temples
🔥 Night trek at Ijen Crater to witness the famous Blue Fire

Day 01 :

Jakarta

Jakarta Arrival & Drive to Purwakarta (Gunung Parang Area)

Upon arrival in Jakarta, meet your driver and begin the journey eastward toward Purwakarta. Settle into your mountain lodge near Gunung Parang, a towering limestone cliff that offers panoramic views of West Java’s countryside.
Enjoy a peaceful evening by the lake.

Accommodation: Parang Hill Lodge or similar
Meals Included: –

CITY tour Jakarta at Monument Nasional Jakarta — CITY tour Jakarta

Day 02 :

Purwakarta

Via Ferrata Adventure & Lakeside Picnic

Today’s adventure begins with a Via Ferrata climb — safely secured on the steel cable trail along Gunung Parang’s vertical wall. No climbing experience is needed; our guide will assist you every step of the way.
After the climb, relax with a picnic by Jatiluhur Lake, surrounded by serene landscapes.

Accommodation: Parang Hill Lodge or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Activities:

Via Ferrata climbing adventure
Lakeside picnic & photography session

Day 03 :

Tasikmalaya

Cultural Journey to Kampung Naga Village

Drive east through scenic rural Java to Kampung Naga, a traditional Sundanese village that preserves ancient customs, wooden houses, and harmony with nature.
Interact with locals, learn their way of life, and enjoy authentic Sundanese lunch.

Accommodation: Tasikmalaya local guesthouse or Santika Tasikmalaya
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Activities:

Cultural visit to Kampung Naga
Local craft and food experience

Day 04 :

Baturaden

Mount Slamet Expedition Begins (Basecamp to Campsite)

After breakfast, travel to Bambangan Basecamp (±1,200 m) — the starting point of the Mount Slamet climb, Central Java’s highest volcano (3,428 m).
Meet your local mountain guide and porters, attend a short safety briefing, and start the trek through tropical forest and volcanic terrain.

Enjoy lunch on the trail and continue hiking to the campsite around 2,800 m, where your tents and warm dinner are prepared by our team.
Spend the night under the stars, surrounded by mountain silence.

Accommodation: Mountain camping (tents provided)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities:

Guided Mount Slamet trekking
Forest & volcanic landscape exploration
Overnight camping experience

Day 05 :

Mount Slamet

Summit Mount Slamet (3,428 m) & Descend to Baturaden

Wake up before dawn for the summit push, reaching the crater rim in time for sunrise.
Watch the sky ignite over the horizon and see Java’s volcanic chain stretch endlessly in the distance — a moment you’ll never forget.

After breakfast at the campsite, begin your descent back to Bambangan Basecamp, then transfer to Baturaden, a refreshing mountain resort known for its waterfalls and hot springs.
Rest and recover from the climb with a relaxing evening at your hotel.

Accommodation: Baturaden Resort or Rosenda Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Activities:

Sunrise at Mount Slamet summit
Descent through the forest trail
Hot spring relaxation in Baturaden

Day 06 :

Yogyakarta

Journey to Yogyakarta: The Cultural Heart of Java

Drive through Central Java’s countryside toward Yogyakarta, the soul of Javanese culture.
Enjoy a relaxing evening around Malioboro Street, full of street food, batik shops, and live music.

Accommodation: Jambuluwuk Malioboro or The Phoenix Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 07 :

Yogyakarta

Yogyakarta Heritage Tour: Borobudur & Prambanan Temples

Witness sunrise over Borobudur Temple, the largest Buddhist monument in the world.
Continue to Prambanan Temple, a stunning Hindu masterpiece dedicated to the Trimurti gods.
Return to the city for free time or explore Kraton Palace and Taman Sari Water Castle.

Accommodation: Jambuluwuk Malioboro or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 08 :

Mount Bromo

Scenic Drive to Surabaya & Culinary Night - Bromo

A full-day scenic drive from Yogyakarta to Surabaya, passing vast rice fields and volcanic ridges.
In the evening, experience a local food tour, sampling East Java’s famous dishes like rawon, lontong balap, and sate klopo.

Accommodation: Istana Petani or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 09 :

Mount Bromo

Sunrise Jeep Adventure at Mount Bromo

Depart early morning toward Bromo-Tengger-Semeru National Park.
Hop into a 4WD jeep for a thrilling sunrise ride to Penanjakan Viewpoint and the Sea of Sand.
Hike up the crater rim and witness one of Indonesia’s most iconic volcanic landscapes.
Accommodation: Lava View Lodge or Jiwa Jawa Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 10 :

Bondowoso

Journey to Bondowoso : Gateway to Ijen Crater

After breakfast We gonna do rafting in Pekalen (add on), travel eastward through the changing landscapes of East Java toward Bondowoso.
Check in at your resort near Ijen National Park and rest for the night before your midnight adventure.

Accommodation: Grand Harvest Resort or Ketapang Indah Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 11 :

Ijen Crater

Ijen Crater Blue Fire Trek

Depart around midnight for the night hike to Ijen Crater.
Witness the rare Blue Fire phenomenon, caused by ignited sulfur gas — a sight found in only two places on Earth.
After sunrise, admire the turquoise crater lake before returning to your resort.

Accommodation: Grand Watudodol Resort or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 12 :

Menjangan

Relax by the Bali Strait & Trip Ends

Spend your final morning relaxing at Grand Watudodol, overlooking Bali across the strait.
Optional snorkeling or short ferry transfer to Bali for onward travel.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 13 :

Surabaya/Banyuwangi

Farewell Dinner & End of Tour

Enjoy your final morning at leisure — either by the sea in Banyuwangi or on your way to Surabaya.
In the evening, gather with your guide and team for a farewell dinner celebration:

In Banyuwangi, the dinner is held at Grand Watudodol Resort, with sunset views of Bali.
In Surabaya, the dinner takes place at a traditional East Javanese restaurant with live gamelan music.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner

Your Java Overland Tour officially ends after dinner. Airport or ferry transfer will be arranged according to your next destination.