DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival in Yogyakarta & Transfer to Borobudur Area
Pickup: Start from Yogyakarta Airport, Train Station, or your hotel by 10 AM or must be before 1 PM.
Important News from Borobudur Temple & Sultan Palace:
There will be no sunrise tour anymore on the top of the temple and no one is allowed to visit the top of the temple as well. From now on, we can only see the BOROBUDUR TEMPLE at the bottom of the temple, and for sunrise, we will go to Setumbu Hill.
Good news: There is a trial to climb up to the top floor but with special shoes and you must follow the queue to get the tickets (we will handle the ticket) and join the session provided by the Borobudur Temple.
Monday: Borobudur, Prambanan Temple, and Sultan Palace are closed.
- Visits: Optional city tour to Sultan’s Palace and Tamansari Water Castle before heading to Borobudur (2-hour drive), this activity is depending what time you arrive because Sultan Palace will be closed around 1 PM.
- Accommodation: Overnight stay in the Borobudur area.
Day 2: Sunrise at Setumbu Hill, Borobudur Temple Tour, Jeep Ride at Mount Merapi & Prambanan Temple
- Early Start: Depart at 4:30 AM for sunrise at Setumbu Hill to watch sunrise toward Borobudur Temple, when the weather is clear you can see the top of the temple
- Activities: Explore Borobudur Temple (1-hour guided tour), enjoy a 2-hour jeep ride in Kali Adem village near Mount Merapi, and visit Prambanan Temple, a UNESCO-listed Hindu temple.
- Accommodation: Overnight stay in Yogyakarta.
The visit can be modified depending on the schedule.
Day 3: Train Ride to Surabaya & Transfer to Mount Bromo
- Train Journey: Morning departure from Yogyakarta (6:45 AM); arrive in Surabaya (10:45 AM) via executive class train. Scenic views of rice fields and villages.
Note: If you prefer a later train, there is an 11:30 am train to Surabaya, and arrives in Surabaya at 15:30.
- Transfer: Drive 3–4 hours to the Mount Bromo area.
- Afternoon Activity: Nothing particular, mostly resting or walking around the village or if the weather is good we can visit Seruni Point for sunset.
- Accommodation: Overnight stay in the Mount Bromo area.
Day 4: Mount Bromo Sunrise Tour & Transfer to Tumpak Sewu Waterfall Area
- Sunrise Adventure: Jeep ride (around 1 hour) to King Kong Hill for stunning sunrise views. Trek to Mount Bromo’s crater for about 45 minutes then back to the accommodation for breakfast.
- Transfer: After breakfast, drive 4.5 hours to the Tumpak Sewu Waterfall area.
- Afternoon: Free activity
- Accommodation: Overnight stay near Tumpak Sewu.
Day 5: Tumpak Sewu Waterfall Tour & Transfer to Banyuwangi
- Waterfall Exploration: Start at 7 AM to view and hike down to the breathtaking Tumpak Sewu Waterfall. Trek takes 3–4 hours.
- Transfer: Afternoon drive (5–6 hours) to Banyuwangi for an overnight stay before the Ijen Crater tour.
- Accommodation: Overnight stay in Banyuwangi.
Day 6: Ijen Crater Bluefire / Sunrise Tour & Transfer to Sukamade Turtle Beach
- Midnight Trek & Blue Fire Phenomenon The adventure begins at midnight with a 2-hour trek to witness the rare Blue Fire phenomenon, visible only in a few places worldwide. Afterward, enjoy the breathtaking sunrise over Ijen’s turquoise crater lake.
THING TO REMEMBER: The natural phenomenon of Blue Fire depends on nature too, when it’s raining we will be not allowed to go down to the mining point where the blue fire comes up. When the smoke is too much around the crater, we cannot see the blue fire. Sometimes it’s also not visible at all.
- Return to your hotel or homestay for breakfast and prepare for the next leg of the journey.
- Transfer to Sukamade Turtle Beach At approximately 10:30 AM, we’ll begin the drive to Sukamade Turtle Beach, a scenic journey of over 5 hours. Around 4 hours in, we’ll stop in Rajegwesi Village for lunch. From there, switch to a local jeep for the final stretch, which takes 1–1.5 hours through lush rainforests and river crossings. Upon arrival, you can explore the tranquil surroundings and, if the weather allows, enjoy a stunning sunset on Sukamade Beach. Optional Stop: Green Bay (Teluk Hijau) Weather permitting, we’ll make a 2-hour stop at Green Bay, a hidden gem with pristine white sand and turquoise waters. This serene beach is perfect for swimming or simply soaking up the sun. A 20-minute downhill trek is required to reach the beach.
- Evening: Turtle Nesting Observation
After dinner at your guesthouse, the highlight of the day awaits. At 8:00 PM, guided by rangers from the Turtle Foundation and the Natural Resources Conservation team, you’ll head to Sukamade Beach to observe sea turtles nesting.
The rangers will provide instructions on how to respectfully witness this natural process, ensuring minimal disturbance to the turtles. This rare opportunity allows you to support vital conservation efforts while experiencing the awe-inspiring beauty of nature.
Sukamade Turtle Beach Highlights
Sukamade Beach is one of Indonesia’s most significant turtle nesting sites, hosting four of the six species of sea turtles found in the country.
Witnessing these majestic creatures lay their eggs under the cover of night is a profoundly moving experience. It’s incredible to imagine their journey, traveling thousands of kilometers across oceans, guided by instinct, to return to this very beach to lay their eggs.
Accommodation at Sukamade Beach
Accommodations is simple and basic, prioritizing the conservation mission over comfort. There is no air conditioning, hot water, or modern showers, as facilities are designed to support conservation volunteers.
However, this simplicity offers visitors a rare opportunity to connect deeply with nature. While it may not compare to city hotels or homestays, the experience of staying in this unique setting often leaves lasting, unforgettable memories.
Day 7: Releasing Baby Turtles & Transfer to Bali
- Morning Activities Start the day early with breakfast at the Sukamade Beach guesthouse. At around 7:00 AM, take part in a heartwarming activity: releasing baby turtles (hatchlings) into the ocean. Witness these tiny creatures embark on their life’s journey, a rare and meaningful experience. Afterward, enjoy exploring the peaceful surroundings of Sukamade. Take a refreshing dip in the nearby river, a spot often used by locals for bathing, before beginning your return trip.
- Transfer to Banyuwangi & Bali The drive back to Banyuwangi takes approximately 4–5 hours. Along the way, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Once in Banyuwangi, you’ll board a ferry for a 1.5-hour crossing to Bali. Upon arrival at Gilimanuk Harbor, a Bali driver will transfer you to your hotel in the Bali area, marking the end of your tour.
Tour services completed.
INCLUSIONS:
- Pick up service from Yogyakarta and transfer out to Bali
- 1 Night stay in Borobudur temple area with breakfast
- 1 Night stay in the Yogyakarta area with breakfast
- Cost for the train ticket from Yogyakarta to Surabaya Gubeng train station
- Cost for Local Guide in Borobudur Temple and Prambanan Temple
- Cost for the entrance fee in Borobudur Temple, Prambanan Temple, and Sultan Palace
- Cost for the jeep ride in Mount Merapi, Mount Bromo & Sukamade Turtle Beach
- 1 Night stay in the Mount Bromo area with a breakfast
- 1 Night stay in the Tumpak Sewu Waterfall area with a breakfast
- 1 Night stay in the Ijen Crater area with a breakfast
- 1 Night stay in Sukamade Turtle beach area with breakfast, lunch & dinner
- Private English-speaking guide for Mount Bromo, Tumpak Sewu Waterfall, Ijen Crater, & Sukamade Turtle Beach
- Cost for Tumpak Sewu Waterfall, Bromo sunrise tour, and Ijen Bluefire Tour
- All entrance fees during the trip
- Gas Mask in Ijen Crater
- Mineral water during the trip
- Cost for ferry from Java to Bali island
- Parking, toll, highway, and fuel during the trip
EXCLUSIONS:
- Gratuities for guide and driver (recommended)
- Travel Insurance
- Horse riding in Mount Bromo (cost around 300.000 -350.000 IDR)
- Meals during the trip and personal expenses
WHAT TO BRING
- Comfortable trekking shoes and warm clothing (temperatures can drop to 10°C).
- Raincoat, hat, backpack, and ID.
- Camera, tripod, and power bank.
- Casual attire for city tours and temples.
- Mosquito repellent & Sun lotion
TOUR DETAILS:
- Start Point: Yogyakarta
- Duration: 7 Days
- End Point: Bali
For bookings and inquiries:
- Email: info@javaadventuretrail.com | adventure@gmail.com
- WhatsApp: +62 877 5592 0876 | +62 813 3606 6643
Java overland tour 7 days 6 nights
