Treasures of Sumatra, Java and Bali

Accommodation in Tangkahan: Jungle Lodge (or similar)

Start the day with a short, memorable ride on a Sumatran elephant along the river and into the jungle. An endangered species, the Sumatran elephant is native to the island. In the afternoon travel by 4x4 Jeep, partially off-road, to Bukit Lawang passing by plantations, dense jungle and some stunning panoramic views. On the way stop at oil-palm, rubber and cacao plantations as well as a school. (B/L)
Accommodation in Bukit Lawang: Jungle Inn (or similar)

This morning enter Gunung Leuser National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the last sanctuaries of the Sumatran orangutan. Gunung Leuser is also home to the rare Sumatran tiger and Sumatran rhinoceros, gibbon, serow and wild cat. With your guide, today enter the reserve and hike to the sanctuary where the orangutans are fed. In the afternoon drive to Berastagi a picturesque town in the beautiful Karo highlands that was developed in the 1920s as a Dutch hill station. (B/L)

Accommodation in Berastagi: Grand Mutiara Hotel (or similar)

After breakfast leave for Lake Toba and Samosir Island. Stop on the way to see the Sipisopiso Waterfall, the village of Pematang Purba and Rumah Bolon, a former royal palace which commands great views over the lake. After lunch reach Parapat, a small town on the eastern shore of Lake Toba, and cross to Samosir Island by local ferry. This small island is located in the middle of Lake Toba, the caldera lake of the Toba Volcano, which was formed over 75,000 years ago. (B/L)
Accommodation in Samosir Island: Tabo Cottages (or similar)

Today explore the villages of Samosir Island with your guide. Spend the morning in Ambarita which is known for its stone working and Simanindo for a performance of Batak Toba traditional dance called Tor-Tor. From here head to Tomok to see the tombs of the former Sidabutar kings and, if possible, also stop to visit the local school. Returning to your hotel, the remainder of the afternoon is at leisure. (B/L)
Accommodation in Samosir Island: Tabo Cottages (or similar)

This morning return by ferry to Parapat then continue by road to Medan passing scenic views of rubber and palm oil plantations. Enjoy a traditional lunch en route. On arrival to Medan, check in to the hotel and spend the remainder of the day at leisure. (B/L) 
Accommodation in Medan: JW Marriott Hotel (or similar)

This morning visit Kawah Ciwidey and the area near the Mountain Tilu Nature Reserve which is home to leopard, deer, gibbon, monkey and wild boar. Later head to Mount Patuha where you can see two volcanic craters 600 meters apart. On your return to Bandung stop at Saung Angklung Udjo, a workshop aimed at preserving the rich culture of Java. (B/L)
Accommodation in Bandung: Papandayan Hotel (or similar)

This morning wake early and transfer to Bandung railway station to board the morning express train to Yogyakarta. On arrival visit the UNESCO protected Hindu temples of Prambanan. This spectacular complex is over 1,000 years old and the Shiva Temple has arguably the finest sculptural art in the country. In the afternoon return to Yogyakarta. (B)
Accommodation in Yogyakarta: Phoenix Hotel (or similar)

Today visit the Sultan’s Palace, also known as the Kraton, which is a fine example of traditional Javanese sultanate architecture. From here spend time in the Sono Budoyo Museum, with its excellent collection of Javanese and Balinese art, then take a ‘becak’ ride to Taman Sari, a water palace and garden, built over two centuries ago by the first Sultan for his harem. After lunch leave Yogyakarta and drive to Borobudur for an overnight stay at Plataran, a boutique hotel overlooking the temple complex. (B/L)
Accommodation in Borobudur: Plataran Borobudur Resort & Spa (or similar)

Enjoy sunrise at Borobudur, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, then explore this massive Buddhist temple – the largest in the world – to discover the incredible history behind its construction. There will also be time to visit the nearby temples of Pawon and Mendut which predate their more eminent neighbour Borobudur. Later transfer to Yogyakarta airport and take an afternoon flight to Denpasar for a four night stay in Seminyak. (B)
Accommodation in Seminyak: The Legian (or similar)

At leisure to relax and enjoy your hotel and Seminyak. (B)

Accommodation in Seminyak: The Legian (or similar)

Today leave Seminyak by car and return to Denpasar Airport. Board your non-stop flight back to the UK where you will arrive back that evening. (B)