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Java and Bali: Epic Indonesia at Its Source

Oct 01-13, 2023

13 days | Indonesia | alumni UBC Travel Club

Dates subject to change slightly.

Find harmony in the beautiful sites and exquisite landscapes of Java and Bali. Dive right into the soul of the country on the island of Java, exploring Yogyakarta’s creative culture. Visit Indonesia’s most important archaeological sites; the 10th century Prambanan Hindu Temple and the colossal Buddhist monument of Borobudur, both UNESCO Heritage Sites. Hop the train for a ride across the bucolic landscape of central Java and spend time in two smaller towns to enjoy a cooking class, a bicycle excursion, and community explorations. The natural environment is as stunning as the architecture and one of the highlights of your trip is sure to be your experience of Mount Bromo, Java’s highest peak set in a lunar landscape of epic proportions.

The cultural landscape of Bali, where we spend the second part of our trip, is another UNESCO World Heritage site; the verdant rice terraces speak of an entire way of life. Explore Ubud’s traditional culture in temples, art, and dance, and marvel at the views by the sea at Canggu Beach.

You’ll be staying in small boutique hotels; we have selected three hotels of the Tugu group for stays in Blitar, Malang, and Bali. These hotels are owned by one of Indonesia’s biggest collectors of fine art and cultural antiquities; we will see stunning collections on display at each hotel. Visit the Agung Rai Museum of Art to meet with the founder who has built one of Indonesia’s most impressive private art collections.

Join study leader Paula Swart for a leisurely exploration of the best of Java and Bali.


 
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Tour Cost (per person):
Approx. US$5295  Includes all taxes and gratuities.
Group Size:
14 - 18 participants

What’s included: Airport transfers; accommodations based on double occupancy; flight from Surabaya to Denpasar; all land transportation by private vehicle with air conditioning and bottled water; most meals; experienced local English-speaking guides; all sightseeing and entrance fees; all taxes and gratuities; cooking class; Batik workshop and Gamelan workshop; two traditional dance performances; two presentations by local scholars; presentations by your study leader.

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"I learned so much about the communities." - Judith H., 2018 traveller
"We are still reflecting on our amazing trip [with Paula]. [She] made the trip very special for us.” - James B.

Itinerary at a Glance

DayActivity
1Meet in Yogyakarta
2Yogyakarta’s palace and temple
3The iconic Borobodur Temple
4Temples and Town Life in Blitar
5Cooking and Cycling in Blitar
6Coffee Plantations en route to Malang
7Epic Sunrise on Mount Bromo
8Fly to Bali, A First Look of Ubud
9Balinese Rural Life
10Traditional Balinese Arts of Gamelan, Batik, and Kecak
11Temples and a Hosted Dinner
12Countryside Exploration by Land Rover
13Depart Bali
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Your Tour Leader

Paula Swart is a museum curator and expert on Asian culture and history. Paula has degrees in Sinology, Asian art history, Chinese history, and archaeology and has published several books and numerous articles on the art and architecture of Asian cultures. Paula is a lecturer at the University of British Columbia and has recently been teaching courses on UNESCO World Heritage sites at the UBC Summer Institute and the University of Victoria.

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Tour Cost (per person):
Approx. US$5295  Includes all taxes and gratuities.
Group Size:
14 - 18 participants

What’s included: Airport transfers; accommodations based on double occupancy; flight from Surabaya to Denpasar; all land transportation by private vehicle with air conditioning and bottled water; most meals; experienced local English-speaking guides; all sightseeing and entrance fees; all taxes and gratuities; cooking class; Batik workshop and Gamelan workshop; two traditional dance performances; two presentations by local scholars; presentations by your study leader.

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