Classic Indonesia

DAY 1

Travelers begin their 11-day journey on the luxury resort haven of Bali, continuing to the greenery of Ubud for a visit to an open-air bamboo school before retiring to COMO Shambala Estate or the newly opened Capella Ubud.

Day 2

The first full day in Bali involves elephants and whitewater rafting down the Telaga Waja River. If time permits, travelers will take a private lesson in batik-making before returning to the luxury hotel of their choice.

Day 3

Another day in paradise, visitors receive a monk’s private blessing for luck and longevity and afterward visit the ARMA contemporary art museum. In the afternoon it’s Balinese dance and gamelan.

Day 4

Leaving Bali behind, travelers embark for the land of dragons: Komodo. Traveling by private schooner, guests will hike on Rinca’s trails and receive an education on the world’s largest lizards who call the island home.

Day 5

Travelers continue cruising Komodo in comfort and privacy, discovering private bays and hidden beaches, snorkelling, and kayaking the day away while an attentive crew sees to every need.

Day 6

Guests disembark from the schooner to explore Java. Travelers will drive out to the magical Borobudur for a stay at the gorgeous Amanjiwo, which lies within view of the ancient city’s nearby stupas.

Day 7

The first stop on today’s itinerary is Kraton Palace, an 18th-century structure inside an old walled city. Then it’s on to Tembi Cultural House and craft village. In the afternoon, guests head to the 9thcentury Hindu temple, Prambanan, for the famous sunset before being treated to a performance of Ramayana at Trimutri Theater.

Day 8

Java is famous for its coffee so it’s up and over to the MesaStila coffee plantation, and later travelers will see steam locomotives and learn about Java’s Dutch history.

Day 9

Travelers enjoy Borobudur, a first-class UNESCO World Heritage site comprising a large stone monument covered in stupas. Guests spend the evening at Amankila.

Day 10

It’s back to Bali for some beach fun. Travelers sail to Nusa Lembongan on the southeast coast of Bali to spot sunfish, manta rays, and sea turtles, or cruise to Tulamben Bay where the sunken US Liberty serves as one of the area’s best dive sites. Alternatively, guests can climb the Mount Batur volcano or see it by helicopter.

Day 11

This day is reserved for local culture: ride through rice paddies, visit rural communities, visit a local market, and then create your very own authentic Balinese meal.

Day 12

After breakfast on the beach or in the jungle, travelers board their flight and head home after a dozen days in paradise.