Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 21 Day Indonesia Adventure: Java & Bali. Now's the time to explore Java and Bali on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Pick up the pace in energetic Jakarta, chase some waterfalls in Ubud, and sit back and breathe it all in in Gili Trawangan. With plenty of free time between various must-sees, you’ll get to soak up culture and excitement with a group of like-minded travellers. Trust us — when you're looking to have it all, Indonesia comes out on top.
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Trip Length
21 Days
Trip Starts
Jakarta
Trip Ends
Gili Trawangan
Departures
May 2026 to Dec 2026
Countries Visited:
Operator
G Adventures
Trip Style
18-to-Thirtysomethings
Budget
Affordable
Age Range
18-39 Years
Max. Group Size
18
Pace
Moderate
Guide Style
Fully Guided
Tour Code
AEJG
Itinerary
Arrive at any time. For your first night out with the group and CEO, visit a local favourite Jakarta restaurant. Get to know your fellow travellers over drinks and local delicacies as you take in the bustling capital. Have a toast to new adventures and friends!
Accommodation:
1O1 URBAN Jakarta Thamrin Hotel
Included Experiences
- Meet Your CEO and Group: Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
- Connect With New Friends: Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.
Ride to Bandung and let the scenery guide you to some serenity. Tea plantations, waterfalls, and hot springs —this side of paradise is looking mighty fine.
Accommodation:
Mutiara Hotel Bandung
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Bandung Orientation Walk: Take an orientation walk led by your CEO to get your bearings of Bandung.
Spend the day with your group Ciater Tea Plantation to learn how tea is made, then walk to a waterfall nearby and relax in the hot springs.
Accommodation:
Mutiara Hotel Bandung
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Ciater Tea Plantation, Hot Spring and Waterfall: Located on the hills of Mount Tangkuban Perahu is the scenic Ciater Tea Plantation. Spend the day here touring the tea plantation, hiking to a waterfall and relaxing in hot springs.
Watch the world go by on a scenic train ride to Yogyakarta. Once you arrive, and if you're not feeling too beat, check out Sosrowijayan and Prawirotaman Streets for unwinding with drinks and local eats.
Accommodation:
Hotel Indah Palace Yogyakarta
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Train: Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.
There's more to discover in Yogyakarta today! See some Javanese temples, bike to rice paddies on the outskirts of the city, try street food like gudeg (curry made from unripe jackfruit), or soak in the last rays of sun at the stunning Buddhist Borobudur temple complex — and make sure you don't forget your camera.
Accommodation:
Hotel Indah Palace Yogyakarta
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Free Time: Get out and explore Yogyakarta and its surrounding attractions.
Optional Experiences
- Prambanan Hindu Temple Complex Excursion: Tour Prambanan, the largest Hindu temple complex in Java, and learn about the history of the temples. Built between the eighth and tenth centuries, these temples now stand as one of the most outstanding works of Hindu art. View their intricate design, particularly on the Shiva temple.
- Borobudur Temple Complex Excursion: Take in the stunning artistic and architectural marvel that is the Buddhist Temple complex of Borobudur, a not-to-be-missed World Heritage Site. Learn about its interesting history and restoration; the site lay undiscovered under layers of volcanic ash until 1815, when Sir Stamford Raffles, then Governor of Java, ordered the area to be cleared.
- Kota Gede Visit: Shop (or window shop) for a stunning hand-beaten bowl. If silver is more your thing, you can find fine silver filigree within this historical district known for its impressive silver work.
- Kraton Palace Visit: Take in the royal splendour of this impressive 18th century palace, built by the Sultans of Yogya. Kraton is one of the finest examples of Javanese palace architecture and is essentially a walled city -- it has its own market, schools, and even mosques.
- Taman Sari Water Castle Visit: Enjoy a visit to this castle built in the 18th century as a pleasure park for the Sultan. Check out the intricately carved gates and the bathing complex and tower, from where the Sultan would watch his concubines frolicking in the water.
- Wayang Kulit Shadow Puppet Show: Get a taste of Indonesian theatre with a twist and enjoy a traditional shadow puppet show. These puppets are made with leather and chiselled with precision.
Take the scenic route to Ngadas via private vehicle. Here, you'll spend the evening at a local G Adventures-supported community homestay. Get a taste of local culture with a home-cooked dinner and time with a community leader to learn about the region's unique customs and history.
Accommodation:
Ngadas Homestay
Included Meals:
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Experiences
- Ngadas Homestay: Nestled amongst the green hills of the Mt Bromo region, the village of Ngadas is home to a Tengger farming community. Overnight with a local family participating in the community's homestay program, a G Adventures-supported initiative. Learn about the local culture, customs, and traditions from your hosts.
Today's for reaching new heights. Start the day with a trek along the Ancestor Trail to Mt Bromo, led by a local guide trained through the G Adventures-supported capacity building program. Then get a chance to hike to the volcano's crater (and take some pictures!) before going on to the hotel.
Accommodation:
Bromo Permai Hotel
Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Experiences
- Ancestor Trail Trek: Follow the historic route the villagers of Ngadas once used to make pilgrimage to Mt Bromo and pay their respects to the gods. Trek about 10km through farmland, forest, and grasslands to reach the volcano, stopping for lunch near a cave en route.
- Mount Bromo Crater Walk: Walk to the famed crater of Mount Bromo, part of the Tengger Calder, the largest volcanic range in the area. A distinct site, the volcano blew its top off completely and is constantly smouldering with white smoke.
- Village Walk: Learn more about daily life in Ngadas with a village walk. Take in views of the scenic hills as you walk along, passing farming areas and stopping to visit the local temple, vihara, and mosque.
Skip sleeping in today for a pre-dawn hike across the Sea of Sand to Mt Bromo, where you can catch a final glimpse of the moon before the sunrise. Stop to breathe it all in before you head to a beachside surf camp. On your way to Mt Bromo, catch a breath and see the local Buddhist Tenggerese giving offerings to the Supreme God Hyang Widi Wasa.
Accommodation:
Red Island Villa
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Sunrise Walk to Mount Bromo Viewpoint: Head out before dawn to visit the viewpoint for magnificent Mt Bromo (2,392m), one of the most spectacular sights in Indonesia. Walk along the "sea of sand" and enjoy stunning views as the sun rises over the edge of the crater and be amazed by the volcano’s strange beauty, seemingly from another world.
Wake up and catch a wave on a morning surf lesson, then take the rest of the day to explore the nearby fishing village, surf some more, or rest easy in a beachside hammock.
Accommodation:
Red Island Villa
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Surfing Lesson: Grab your swimsuit and get ready to hang ten! Learn how to find and ride the waves with surfing lessons from local experts. Enjoy the fresh sea air, and try to spot local marine life while enjoying the waters.
- Free Time: Spend more time on the beach or explore the local village—the choice is yours.
Head back to Bali for a chill day of relaxing on the beach. Sit back, grab a drink, and soak up some sunshine. This is the place for it.
Accommodation:
Rich Farmer House
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Ferry: Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
- Free Time: Get out and explore the beautiful beaches of Bali.
Optional Experiences
- Snorkelling: Grab a snorkel and dive into the water. The waters are calm, visibility is clear, and the sea life and coral are colourful and aplenty.
No need to say goodbye to the beach just yet — it's another day of chilling out in Bali. If you'd like, break up the beachside naps with a snorkelling trip.
Accommodation:
Rich Farmer House
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Free Time: Get out and explore coastal Bali, or enjoy a day lounging at the beach. The choice is yours!
Optional Experiences
- Snorkelling: Grab a snorkel and dive into the water. The waters are calm, visibility is clear, and the sea life and coral are colourful and aplenty.
Take it easy this morning before we cross rich tropical jungle and idyllic rice fields on the ride to Kuta. Catch up on sleep on the drive over — you're going to need it for your big night out tonight. Spend the evening getting to know Legian Street, the legendary party street, then dance the night away!
Accommodation:
The Rivavi Legian
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Free Time: Enjoy some free time to explore Kuta.
- Kuta Dance Party: Kuta is the perfect place to celebrate all the new exciting and humbling adventures you've just experienced with newfound friends. Cheers to keeping life interesting and dance the night away!
Today, take it easy in beachside Kuta. Take a surf lesson (which you can book ahead of time), relax on the beach, or head to one of the nearby towns. Tonight, take in the town's nightlife on the dancefloor or by the waves at a beachside bar. Learn to surf by pre-booking the Half Day Surf Class extra when booking your tour.
Accommodation:
The Rivavi Legian
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Free Time: Check out one of the area's beaches or opt for a full-day surf lesson.
Optional Experiences
- Half Day Surf Class: Learn to surf or sharpen your skills with a lesson on some of Bali's best waves for beginner and intermediate surfers. The friendly instructors and guides at Mojosurf take you to the day's best locations (depending on the weather conditions), where you'll catch amazing surf breaks in some of Indonesia's most stunning environments. All equipment is included, along with transportation to and from your accommodation.
It's off to Bulian today. Breathe in the beautiful scenery before stopping for lunch en route at the G Adventures supported Bali Community Training Lunch Program. Tonight, soak in the views and lush jungle vibes at a charming guesthouse, located in a Balinese village. Start your night by watching the sunset over the lush landscape.
Accommodation:
Bulian Homestay
Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Experiences
- Bali Community Training Lunch Program: Enjoy lunch at the G Adventures-supported Bali Community Training Lunch Program. This initiative supports and assists people living with disabilities in Bali to find independence and meaningful employment through training in the hospitality sector. In Hindu-Bali, it is a societal belief that being born with a disability is a product of "bad karma". Our ground partners are working in the community to break down these stereotypes, and provide resources, training, and education to adults living with disabilities to gain independence and confidence, and find employment within their community. Fully managed and operated by individuals living with disabilities, enjoy a delicious traditional Balinese buffet lunch prepared by the organization while learning more about this initiative that empowers individuals through skills and employment training. All proceeds from this included lunch support the organization's training, education, advocacy and outreach programs, as well as resources such as wheelchairs and three-wheeled mopeds.
- Bulian Guesthouse Experience: Bulian Homestay is a community run guesthouse, managed by a strong, dedicated woman of that village, who created an employment opportunity for other women and vulnerable youth of the community, with the hope of preserving their culture and preventing rural urban migration. By supporting this experience you will be directly impacting close to 50 people from the local community and indirectly impacting around 100 people living in the community. Bulian Homestay is a traditional Balinese Style house, converted into a comfortable guesthouse for travelers coming to this quaint village, around 2 hours from Ubud, Bali.
Get ready to liven up your tastebuds with a Balinese cooking lesson. After, you can trek around the village, visit a waterfall, swim in a natural spring, or stop by a nearby dragon fruit farm.
Accommodation:
Bulian Homestay
Included Meals:
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Experiences
- Free Time: Enjoy free time in this charming Balinese village.
- Bulian Village Tour: Learn the unique history of this isolated village and why it's sometimes referred to as the "Lost Kingdom" or "The Land of Curse." We'll embark on a tour of the village and get to know the local people as you wander past plantations, schools, and temples. Dress in local clothing and prepare offerings made of leaves and flowers before heading to a spiritual ceremony where you meet a local priest.
- Bulian Cooking Class: Learn how to cook local recipes during this immersive cooking class at the homestay, then enjoy your creations and a buffet dinner.
This morning's free for you to explore or relax. Later, check out Ubud and visit the picturesque Gitgit Waterfall or Pura Taman Saraswati, a Balinese Hindu temple with stunning lotus ponds. Both spots are perfect for photo ops!
Accommodation:
MaxOne Hotel
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Gitgit Waterfall Visit: Discover one of the island's most beautiful locales with a visit to Gitgit waterfall. Snap some photos at the viewpoint before heading down to the base of the falls. Chill out and enjoy the lush green surroundings and opt to take a dip in the blue water.
- Free Time: Enjoy a morning at leisure to spend it however you'd like.
Optional Experiences
- Kecak Dance Performance: Enjoy a display of traditional Kecak dance (aka Ramayana Monkey Chant), depicting a battle from the Ramayana.
- Puri Lukisan Museum: Ubud is a cultural hub, known for it's arts and crafts. It is here that you will find the Puri Lukisan Museum, housing hundreds of traditional Balinese paintings and wooden carvings.Tour the four buildings and beautiful garden that make up the museum and admire the carefully curated collections.
Today is full of possibilities. Stop by the monkey forest, a sanctuary for the long-tailed Balinese monkey, before checking out more of Ubud. Take a yoga class, relax with a massage, try babi guling (whole roast suckling pig), visit the holy springs of Tirta Empul to cleanse your body and spirit, and be sure to save some room for some delicious healthy eats — they're abundant here. Tonight, wrap up your time in Ubud with a traditional Kecak dance performance.
Accommodation:
MaxOne Hotel
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Monkey Forest Visit: Take a walk through the lush Monkey Forest. Keep your valuables close as these cheeky creatures are bound to grab anything that isn't nailed down.
- Free Time: Take advantage of this happening spot with free time. Opt to raft, cycle, take a cooking class, or chill out with some yoga.
Optional Experiences
- Yoga Class: Relax with a class at one of Ubud's beautiful yoga studios. Stretch and hold poses in this gentle but effective form of exercise.
- Organic Cooking Class: Refine your culinary skills with a Balinese cooking class. Discover the secrets of delicious local cuisine and how to use exotic herbs and spices.
- Kecak Dance Performance: Enjoy a display of traditional Kecak dance (aka Ramayana Monkey Chant), depicting a battle from the Ramayana.
- Lovina Beach Snorkelling: Put on your mask and discover the local marine life during this snorkelling session in Lovina. Please note, transfers from Ubud are available at an additional cost.
- Puri Lukisan Museum: Ubud is a cultural hub, known for it's arts and crafts. It is here that you will find the Puri Lukisan Museum, housing hundreds of traditional Balinese paintings and wooden carvings.Tour the four buildings and beautiful garden that make up the museum and admire the carefully curated collections.
- Snorkelling Menjangan Island: Travel to West Bali National Park and boat to the island of Menjangan, named after the rare species of deer that inhabit the island. Snorkel in the pristine waters where the marine life is varied and visibility is good all year-round. Enjoy lunch before heading to a different part of the island for another snorkelling adventure.
- Mt Batur Hike: Climb to the summit of Mt Batur (1717m) for an amazing sunrise and scenic views. Rest easy—this active volcano is an accessible climb of about two hours.
It's off to the beautifully laid-back island of Gili Trawangan today. Slow it all down with relaxing at a beachfront bar, stopping for photos at the Gili Trawangan swing, and — best of all — enjoying walking around freely (the island doesn't allow motorized vehicles). The rest of the day is yours to explore.
Accommodation:
Gili Amor Boutique Resort
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Boat: Climb aboard and get your float on.
- Free Time: Relax on the beach or rent a bike and explore the island with some free time.
Spend another day in paradise. Explore the island by bicycle, or just kick back on the beach. Don't forget to catch your last marvelous sunset of the trip on the west side of the island, before celebrating the end of an amazing journey with your fellow travellers for your big night out.
Accommodation:
Gili Amor Boutique Resort
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Free Time: Chill out by the beach or opt for a snorkelling excursion with free time.
- Beach Celebration: Settle in to a laid-back beach bar and enjoy your last night out with new friends. Reminisce about your favourite life-changing adventures from the trip. Maybe go for a night swim, who knows, see where the night takes you.
Optional Experiences
- Swimming: Grab your bathing suit and go for a refreshing swim.
- Yoga: What's better than a relaxing yoga class in paradise? Get your om on in the Gilis.
Today, it’s time to say goodbye to your group of newfound friends as the tour ends. Be sure to sneak in some last-minute photos and cheers before you head on your way. Want to take the hassle out of getting back to Bali? Book the Bali Express post-tour Extra. Speak to your Global Connection Officer or travel agent to book.
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Optional Experiences
- Bali Express: Gili Trawangan to Kuta: Want to take the hassle out of getting back to Bali? Book the “Bali Express: Gili Trawangan to Kuta” post-tour Extra and make your way back to Kuta with the guidance of a CEO. On the final day of the tour, board a fast boat back to Bali and transfer to Kuta and say goodbye to your group and CEO at the port in Bali.
Trip Inclusions
- Visit a tea factory.
- Waterfall and hot spring in Bandung.
- Ride the rails to Yogakarta.
- Hike the volcano crater at Mt Bromo.
- Learn new skills with a Balinese cooking lesson.
- Lounge on scenic beaches.
- Check out the monkey forest in Ubud.
- Ride the waves with a surfing lesson on Red Island.
- Experience village life in Ngadas with an overnight homestay.
- Your G for Good Moment: Ngadas Homestay, Desa Ngadas
- Your G for Good Moment: Ancestor Trail Trek, Desa Ngadas
- Your G for Good Moment: Village Walk, Desa Ngadas
- Your G for Good Moment: Bali Community Training Lunch Program, Ubud
- Your G for Good Moment: Bulian Guesthouse Experience, Bulian
- Your G for Good Moment: Bulian Village Tour, Bulian
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
- Your Hands-On Moment: Surfing Lesson, Red Island
- Your Big Night Out Moment: Kuta Dance Party, Kuta
- Your Foodie Moment: Bulian Cooking Class, Bulian
- Your Big Night Out Moment: Beach Celebration, Gili Trawangan
- Orientation walk in Bandung
- Entrance to Bromo Tengger Semeru NP
- Mt Bromo crater walk
- Sunrise hike to Mt Bromo viewpoint
- Cooking class (Kubutambahan)
- Gitgit waterfall visit
- Monkey Forest visit
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Private vehicle, local bus, local train, walking, ferry, boat
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout
- Trekking Guide through Cemoro Lewang
- Hotel (15 Nights), Homestay (1 Nights, Twin-share), Homestay ( 2 Nights, Multi-share), Camp Dorms (2 Nights, Multi-share)
- A variety of styles of hotels/guest houses are used on this trip. In many instances they might not be like what you are accustomed to as service and efficiency can vary. In some areas we stay in simple local guest houses in stunning locations. That said, rooms are generally small and simple yet clean. There may only be shared toilet facilities and showers.
- Accommodation will be varied throughout your adventure. Some nights on this tour will be multi-share. This may involve 4-6 group members sharing a room. The majority of accommodation will have shared bathroom facilities.
- Where we use multi-share hostels, rooming requests of any kind cannot be taken. For private accommodation please see tours in our Classic Travel Style.
- 20 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included.
Operator
G Adventures came from a desire to deliver authentic and responsible small group travel adventures that were equally life-changing for travellers and the communities they visit. And we’re been doing just that for almost 30 years. Our award-winning trips span seven continents and over 100 countries, giving you meaningful more experiences with people, cultures, landscapes and wildlife, as well as offering you the freedom and flexibility to explore on your own.
On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
Trip Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
Built for young travelers ready to break free from the everyday grind, these trips bring together a safe and supportive group of like-minded people in their twenties and early thirties.
Connect on the First Night Out, explore with a Chief Experience Officer (CEO), enjoy free time, and celebrate unforgettable moments with new friends - without breaking the bank. Travel confidently, respectfully, and affordably.
Dates & Pricing
USD
Wednesday
29 Apr 2026
29 Apr 26
Jakarta
Tuesday
19 May 2026
19 May 26
Gili Trawangan
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,419
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
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A definite departure means minimum numbers have been reached for this departure to operate. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you Inquire. Additional savings may apply. T&C’s apply.
A definite departure means minimum numbers have been reached for this departure to operate. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you Inquire. Additional savings may apply. T&C’s apply.
Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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