9D8N TRANS JAVA INDONESIA

This 9-day, 8-night private tour offers a comprehensive grand cross-island exploration of Trans Java. Discover massive metropolis skylines, experience bullet train transit, pick fresh fruit in alpine resort orchards, conquer volcanic peaks by private four-wheel drive jeeps, explore majestic ancient world heritage temples, and cross the longest sea bridge in Indonesia.

Key Highlights

Whoosh Speed Train Experience: Travel in ultra-modern luxury from Jakarta to Bandung on Southeast Asia’s premier high-speed rail line.
Borobudur Temple Courtyard: Step onto the grounds of the magnificent, world-famous ancient Buddhist sanctuary in Magelang.
Mount Merapi Off-Road Jeep Safari: Charge through rugged volcanic landscapes and ash fields on an adrenaline-fueled open-air Jeep excursion.
Mount Bromo Volcanic Sunrise: Journey by private 4WD Jeep to Mount Penanjakan to witness a world-famous, breathtaking mountain sunrise panorama.
Lembang Farm House & Floating Market: Escape to the refreshing West Java hillsides to experience unique culinary boat markets and European-style architecture.
Lawang Sewu & Colonial Heritage: Explore the iconic "Thousand Doors" landmark in Semarang alongside Jakarta's historic Fatahillah Square.

Quick Facts

Duration: 9 days, 8 nights
Tour Code: TJ-09
Travel Period: Net Agent Rates valid until 20 December 2026 (LOW SEASON)
Tour Type: Private Tour
Transport: Deluxe private air-conditioned vehicle, one-way Whoosh Speed Train, and private 4WD Jeeps
Guide: Professional English or Malay speaking Tour Guide included

Experience Overview

This 9-day epic private itinerary provides the ultimate overland journey crossing the entire island of Java. The adventure kicks off in the capital city of Jakarta before launching you to Bandung via the Whoosh high-speed rail line for highland orchard and market hunting. From there, you will journey overland through the historic colonial corridors of Semarang to reach the cultural crown jewels of Yogyakarta for volcanic jeep safaris and ancient temple explorations. The grand finale takes you across the East Java highway network to witness the legendary sunrise of Mount Bromo, sample the apple orchards of Batu, explore Sidoarjo leather hubs, and cross the majestic Suramadu Bridge into Madura before your final departure from Surabaya.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Jakarta Arrival

Arrival at Soekarno Hatta International Airport. Meet and greet with our professional guide.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
Embark on a comprehensive Jakarta City Tour, visiting the iconic National Monument (Monas), the grand Masjid Istiqlal, and the historic colonial grounds of Fatahillah Square.
Enjoy a dedicated shopping excursion at the massive Mangga Dua retail complex.
Dinner served at a high-quality local restaurant.
Check-in and overnight at the hotel in Jakarta.

Day 2: Jakarta – Bandung by Speed Train

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
Proceed to the train terminal to board the state-of-the-art Whoosh Speed Train for a rapid transit journey to Bandung.
Arrive in Bandung and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Embark on a Bandung City Tour, driving past the historic Gedung Sate, Asia Afrika landmark, and the vibrant colonial streetscape of Braga Street.
Enjoy premium discount shopping at the city's famous Factory Outlets.
Dinner served at a local restaurant.
Check-in and overnight at the hotel in Bandung.

Day 3: Bandung Full Day Tour

Breakfast at the hotel.
Travel up into the cool northern hills to visit the scenic Lembang Farm House and the vibrant culinary Floating Market complex.
Lunch served at a local restaurant.
Head back down to central Bandung for an extensive traditional textile shopping spree at the multi-story Pasar Baru marketplace.
Dinner at a local restaurant.
Return to the hotel in Bandung for overnight.

Day 4: Bandung – Semarang

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
Proceed on a cross-province overland drive to Semarang via the Trans-Java Highway network.
Lunch served at a local restaurant along the highway corridor.
Arrive in Semarang and visit the legendary Lawang Sewu historical complex, exploring its famous colonial Dutch architecture.
Stop for dedicated regional culinary souvenir hunting along the lively Pandanaran Street.
Dinner at a local restaurant.
Check-in and overnight at the hotel in Semarang.

Day 5: Semarang – Yogyakarta – Borobudur Temple – Merapi Tour

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
Proceed directly to Magelang Regency to visit the magnificent ancient Borobudur Temple sanctuary (access limited to the Pelataran courtyard level only).
Lunch served at a local restaurant.
Drive to the base of Mount Merapi and hop into an open-air private Jeep for a thrilling off-road tour across volcanic ash valleys.
Transfer into central Yogyakarta for an evening shopping walk along the historic Malioboro Street bazaar.
Dinner served at a local restaurant.
Check-in and overnight at the hotel in Yogyakarta.

Day 6: Yogya – Bromo

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
Embark on a long-distance highway overland transfer directly towards the Mount Bromo highlands (approximately a 6-hour drive via the Trans-Java Highway network).
Lunch and dinner served at high-quality local restaurants along the highway route.
Arrive at the volcanic mountain range, check-in, and overnight at the hotel in the Bromo region.

Day 7: Bromo – Batu – Malang – Surabaya

Wake up for an early 03:00 AM pick-up directly from the hotel lobby to experience the magnificent Mount Bromo Sunrise.
Depart by a rugged four-wheel drive Jeep for a 1-hour drive up to the spectacular Mount Penanjakan viewpoint.
Hike for 10–15 minutes to reach the sunrise viewing platform (our guide will select the least crowded viewpoint out of 4 nearby areas for your comfort).
Return to your private Jeep and drive down for 30–40 minutes across the vast Sea of Sand to explore the active crater of Mount Bromo.
Board the Jeep at around 08:00 AM – 09:00 AM and drive back to the hotel for a warm breakfast, a refreshing shower, and check-out.
Proceed across the mountain valleys to Batu Malang to visit a local Apple Plantation for orchard picking.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
Drive down towards Sidoarjo to observe the monumental geological site of Kawasan Lumpur Lapindo.
Stop for leather handicraft and purse shopping at the Tanggulangin artisan village.
Drive into central Surabaya for dinner at a local restaurant and hotel check-in.
Overnight in Surabaya.

Day 8: Surabaya – Madura – Surabaya

Breakfast at the hotel.
Embark on a Surabaya City Tour, visiting the iconic Surabaya Landmark statue and the historic riverfront Submarine Monument (Monkasel).
Lunch at a local restaurant.
Enjoy afternoon retail shopping at the massive ITC commercial plaza.
Embark on a short island-hopping road trip crossing over the grand Suramadu Bridge, the longest bridge structure in Indonesia, to visit Madura Island.
Return to the mainland for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Return to the hotel in Surabaya for overnight.

Day 9: Transfer Out

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
Meet your private driver in the hotel lobby for your scheduled departure transfer.
Transfer comfortably directly to Juanda International Airport Surabaya for your flight home.

Flights and Transfers

International and domestic airfares along with airport taxes are not included in the package. Private ground transportation provides dedicated, deluxe air-conditioned passenger coaches tailored perfectly to large group overland transit. Long-distance highway tolls across the island, one-way Whoosh high-speed rail tickets from Jakarta to Bandung, open-air Mount Merapi Jeeps, and private 4WD Mount Bromo sunrise vehicles are fully covered.

Package Inclusions

Private Hotel Accommodation based on standard double/twin occupancy configurations across all target Javanese cities (3-Star baseline properties).
Daily breakfast at the hotels, along with lunches and dinners featuring high-quality, authentic Halal menus as specified in the program.
All comprehensive ground tours, cross-province transfers, and high-speed rail segments handled privately.
Dedicated services of a professional English or Malay speaking Tour Guide throughout the entire tour duration.
Private 4WD Jeep rental for the Mount Merapi and Mount Bromo volcanic expeditions.
One-way premier Whoosh Speed Train tickets from Jakarta to Bandung.
All standard destination entrance fees, temple compound admissions, and parking tokens as specified in the itinerary overview.
Daily complimentary bottled mineral water provided for all travelers throughout the journey.

Package Exclusions

Flight tickets, airline bookings, and associated domestic or international airport departure taxes.
Mandatory tipping fees for the dedicated Tour Guide and Driver: RM 10 / pax / day.
Travel Insurance coverages and personal incidental expenses (porter fees, laundry services, telephone charges, minibar usage, etc.).
Optional independent horse riding fees across the Mount Bromo Sea of Sand.
Independent personal shopping purchases, optional tours, or additional meals outside the stated itinerary program.
High Season holiday surcharges applied across peak calendars.

Important Booking Notes

Child Policy (02–10 Years Old): Children sharing a room with 2 adults utilizing an extra bed setup are evaluated at 90% of the standard adult rate. Children sharing with 2 adults without requiring an extra bed setup are evaluated at 60% of the adult rate. Children sharing a room configuration with only 1 adult are charged 100% of the full adult share rate. Rentals or services for infants under 24 months old (under 02 years old) travel completely Free of Charge with no separate beds provided.
Free Of Charge (FOC) Policy: Groups reaching a minimum of 15 paying adult passengers are entitled to receive 01 FOC Twin Share tour allocation. Groups reaching a minimum of 20 paying adult passengers receive 01 FOC Single Room tour allocation.
Cancellation & Refund Policy: If a reservation cancellation request is submitted more than 10 days before the scheduled arrival date, no extra fees or penalties apply. For cancellation notices submitted less than 10 days before arrival (after the 40% down payment has been processed), a 10% refund of the total down payment received will be issued. Last-minute cancellations or no-shows occurring after the full balance payment has been settled are strictly non-refundable.