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Gems of Indonesia: From Bali to Java (OB)

12 Day Tour from Ubud to Nusa Dua

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Small groups lead to big experiences on this Small Group Discovery tour of Bali. If visions of white sands, blue seas, and balmy breezes come to mind, you're not wrong, but this paradise of nature’s perfection is made even more beautiful by the warm welcomes and graceful treasures to be found in Indonesian cultures and traditions. Explore the palaces, temples, cliffs, and caves on this brilliant journey from Ubud to Nusa Dua and experience this feast for the soul for yourself on this Indonesian vacation in Bali. From the bold steps of Balinese dancers to the breathtaking sight of Mount Bromo’s volcanic landscape, you’ll also revel in the simple pleasures of ancient artistry and culinary traditions on this serene island sojourn where history and mystery are revealed with each extraordinary view. A Small Group Discovery tour to warm the heart!

Designed from the ground up for a maximum of 24 guests in Asia, this Small Group Discovery tour has everything you need to explore with up-close-and-exclusive experiences that go beyond traditional tours. Enjoy all the perks you'd expect from Globus—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides, to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available). Enhance your free time with your GlobusGO mobile app!



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Gems of Indonesia: From Bali to Java map

 Photo Highlights

 Meals

 Meals & Itinerary

11 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 3 Dinners

 Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVE IN UBUD, INDONESIA

Your Small Group Discovery tour begins! Welcome to Ubud in the hills of beautiful Bali! Hotel check-in is available mid-afternoon.

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Day 2 UBUD

A Royal Welcome Today, join one of the Royal family members on a Globus Local FavoriteGlobus Local Favorite tour of Puri Sukawati, a palace significant to the Balinese regal legacy. Tonight, join your Tour Director for a welcome dinner at your hotel.

LOCAL FAVORITE
SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Join your small group to learn about Bali’s rich cultural history at Puri and enjoy a performance of traditional Balinese dance. A professional chef from the Royal family will show you the arts of Balinese cuisine during your cooking class for a sumptuous lunch.


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Day 3 UBUD

Spirited Dances & Dramatic Shrines Start your day with a fascinating performance of Barong dance. Then, stop at the village of Mas, known for its wood carvings, and the village of Celuk, a center for Balinese silver. Visit Bunung Kawi, a Hindu temple complex comprised of 10 rock-cut shrines (candi) carved into the cliff face. Continue to the village of Kintamani for views of Mount Batur. Last stop is Goa Gajah, often referred to as the Elephant Cave.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL WONDERS Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant overlooking Mount Batur, an active volcano that sits alongside Lake Batur.


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Day 4 UBUD-CANDIDASA

Balinese Art & Ancestry Tour the town of Ubud. Then, drive to Candidasa, a seaside town on the eastern coast of Bali.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
TIMELESS TRADITIONS Your tour of Ubud starts with Neka Art Museum, displaying a collection of art inspired by the beauty and culture of Bali. Then, visit the Threads of Life Indonesian Textile Arts Center, followed by Ubud Art Market. Finish your tour of Ubud at the Royal Palace where the local royal family still reside.


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Day 5 CANDIDASA

Rice Paddies, Palaces & Palms See the sights of Candidasa by Globus Local FavoriteGlobus Local Favorite vintage Volkswagen. Enjoy the evening at leisure.

LOCAL FAVORITE
SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Uniquely perfect for small groups, you'll enjoy scenic views of rice paddies and Mt Agung from the back of your vintage VW before arriving Puri Agung, the Palace of Amlapura. Continue to Lontar Museum and try your hand at the ancient skill of inscribing a palm leaf manuscript (lontar). Then, visit the Tirta Gangga Water Palace, and its sister site Taman Ujung Water Palace, where you’ll enjoy lunch in the waterside pavilion.


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Day 6 CANDIDASA-YOGYAKARTA-BOROBUDUR

On the Move This morning, transfer to Denpasar for your flight to Yogyakarta. Transfer to your hotel in Borobudur.

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Day 7 BOROBUDUR

Temples & Tasty Traditions Today, visit the impressive Borobudur Temple Complex, then head to Candirejo, a peaceful village surrounded by plantations and lush scenery. Before lunch at a local restaurant, enjoy a demonstration of Indonesian Gamelan music.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
EPIC SIGHTS With more than 500 Buddha statues, the temple complex at Borobudur is the largest single Buddhist monument in the world and UNESCO World Heritage site. Two million stone blocks were used in its construction.


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Day 8 BOROBUDUR–YOGYAKARTA

Swords, Sultans & Dance Steps This morning, learn the Globus Local FavoriteGlobus Local Favorite art of kris making, then visit Kraton, the Sultan Palace of Yogyakarta. Continue to Prambanan Temple, the largest Hindu temple in the country and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy a performance of the Ramayana ballet in the temple.

LOCAL FAVORITE
SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE The kris is an asymmetrical dagger with distinctive blade patterning that has been produced in Indonesia for centuries. It is used for display, weapons, ceremonial dress, or symbol of social status or heroism. Join your small group to learn all about forging the weapon as well as its cultural rituals with a presentation by a traditional kris maker.


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Day 9 YOGYAKARTA- BROMO

Scenic Sojourn Journey by train through volcano-dotted terrain to Mojokerto. From here, travel by coach through classic Javanese scenery to Bromo.

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Day 10 BROMO-SURABAYA-NUSA DUA

Magical Mount Bromo Start early with a morning visit to Mount Bromo. From here, you can take in unobstructed views over the active crater and the Tengger massif. Enjoy a late al fresco breakfast in the magical landscape of Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park. Later, transfer to Surabaya for your flight to Denpasar. Upon arrival back in Bali, transfer to your hotel in Nusa Dua.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL WONDERS Reigning over the magical landscapes of East Java, Indonesia, Mount Bromo looms large as one of the world’s the most famous and active volcanoes. Part of the Tengger Massif, this complex of several volcanoes creates stunningly surreal and breathtaking landscapes.


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Day 11 NUSA DUA

Dinner Dances The morning is yours to enjoy this beachside town and your resort. This afternoon, travel to the southernmost tip of Bali to visit Uluwatu Temple. Here, enjoy dinner as you witness a traditional display of Kecak dance.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
LEGENDS & LORE One of seven sea temples that form a “chain” around the island, Uluwatu Temple stands some 230 feet atop a dramatic clifftop as a revered and ancient site for its protection of Hindu islanders from evil spirits since 900 AD.


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Day 12 NUSA DUA

Safe travels until we meet again! Your tour ends with breakfast this morning.

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 Tour Director

With GLOBUS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

SUMANTRA WAYAN

Escorting tours for more than 15 years

Born in the wood-carving village of Mas near Ubud, Sumantra learned this art during his childhood and worked as a carver for several years and, until recently, was an active wood carver. Next to guiding visitors around Bali, Sumantra still finds time to carve some pieces when not sharing his passion for showing you his beautiful country.

Tour Director - SUMANTRA WAYAN

 Accommodations

Ubud
Candidasa
Borobudur
Yogyakarta
Bromo
Nusa Dua

Ubud

The Westin Resort & Spa Ubud
The Westin Resort & Spa Ubud

The Westin Resort & Spa Ubud

Moderate Deluxe

The Westin Resort & Spa Ubud Jalan Lod Tunduh, Br. Kangetan, Desa Singakerta, Ubud, Indonesia

Jalan Lod Tunduh, Br. Kangetan, Desa Singakerta
Ubud, Indonesia

Free Wifi

Free Wifi

The Westin Resort and Spa Ubud, Bali, invites guests to a restorative family destination devoted to wellness and personalized attention. From the open lobby and bar, fuel your day on one of three decks boasting views of Ubud Forest and the infinity pool. A sense of well-being extends throughout this Ubud family resort

Hotel Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Pool
  • Gift Shop
  • Currency Exchange
  • Spa Services
  • Elevator
  • Restaurant On-Site
  • Fitness Room
  • Laundry Available

Room Amenities

  • Room Service
  • Hair Dryer
  • Complimentary Toiletries
  • Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Television
  • Cable/Satellite
  • Phone
  • Coffee Maker
  • Mini-bar
  • In-Room Safe
  • Iron/Ironing Board


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