An African operator with trusted local partners in Indonesia. Ten days from Ubud to East Java and back: Bali’s temples, rice terraces and Nusa Penida, then Ijen’s blue fire, Mount Bromo and two of Indonesia’s most breathtaking waterfalls. Perfect for adventure minded luxury travelers. Tap Send request: no payment now, and we reply within one business day.

Day by day

Day 1, Arrival in Bali (Ubud): Arrive at Ngurah Rai International Airport for a meet and greet by your private ZayVoyage guide and a transfer to your hotel in Ubud. Relax, explore Ubud village cafés and art boutiques, or enjoy a spa experience. Overnight: Ubud.

Day 2, Ubud Cultural Discovery: After breakfast, spend the day exploring Ubud: the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, Tirta Empul Temple with its traditional purification ritual, Tegalalang Rice Terrace and the Ubud Royal Palace. Evening traditional Legong dance performance. Overnight: Ubud.

Day 3, East Bali Temples and Scenic Highlands: Explore Pura Lempuyang Luhur (Gate of Heaven), the Tirta Gangga Water Palace and a scenic drive through the Mount Agung landscapes. Return to Ubud. Overnight: Ubud.

Day 4, Nusa Penida Island Adventure: Early transfer to Sanur Harbor and a speedboat to Nusa Penida. See Kelingking Beach, Broken Beach, Angel’s Billabong and Crystal Bay, with optional snorkeling (turtles often spotted). Return to Bali in the late afternoon. Overnight: Ubud.

Day 5, Waterfalls and Nature: Explore Bali’s lush interior: Tegenungan Waterfall, a jungle swing experience and hidden local villages. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight: Ubud.

Day 6, Ubud to West Bali to East Java (Banyuwangi): Early transfer to Gilimanuk Harbor and a ferry crossing to Ketapang in East Java. Enjoy a scenic drive to Banyuwangi and check in at your resort near Ijen. Overnight: Banyuwangi.

Day 7, Ijen Blue Fire and Transfer to the Bromo Region: Drive early to Paltuding basecamp and trek to Kawah Ijen to witness the rare blue fire and sunrise over the sulfur crater lake. Return to the hotel for breakfast, then continue by scenic drive to the Bromo region (Probolinggo and Cemoro Lawang). Overnight: near Bromo.

Day 8, Mount Bromo Sunrise and Madakaripura Waterfall: Take a pre dawn jeep excursion to the sunrise viewpoint in Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park. Explore the Mount Bromo crater and the Sea of Sand. Later visit Madakaripura Waterfall, a towering waterfall hidden within lush canyon walls. Overnight: near Bromo.

Day 9, Tumpak Sewu Waterfall and Return to Bali (Ubud): Drive to the Lumajang region to see Tumpak Sewu Waterfall, often called the “Niagara of Indonesia”, with an optional guided trek to the base viewpoint. Drive back to Banyuwangi, take the ferry to Bali and transfer to your Ubud hotel. Evening at leisure. Overnight: Bali.

Day 10, Departure: Private transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Included
Airport and ground transfers, accommodation, guided experiences, support services, local flights where applicable, and invitation letters for your visa.

Not included, unless explicitly stated
International airfare, visa fees, travel insurance (mandatory and strongly recommended), meals not listed in the itinerary, personal expenses (laundry, room service, minibar, shopping), optional tours and activities, tips for guides and drivers, early check in or late check out unless arranged in advance, and extra nights caused by flight or schedule changes.