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Best of Java & Sumatra

Embark on a three week adventure through Sumatra and Java, where wildlife, culture, and jaw-dropping landscapes collide. Trek through the lush jungles of Gunung Leuser National Park in search of elusive Sumatran orangutans, wander through villages steeped in tradition, and marvel at intricate local architecture. Then, dive into Java’s rich culture and cuisine with your CEO, witnessing the sunrise over the otherworldly slopes of Mount Bromo and exploring the ancient grandeur of Borobudur. Walk on the wild side as you traverse the volcanic terrain of the Dieng Plateau before kicking back with plenty of time to soak in Indonesia’s laid-back charm. Three weeks of epic exploration that will leave you both exhilarated and refreshed.

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21 DaysMedan to Surabaya
Valid on May 5 2026Trip Code: AEMS
From $2211.75 USDIncluding taxes and fees

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: Classic

All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.

Service Level: Standard

Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.

Physical Grading: 3 - Average

Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.

Merchandising: New Trips

Merchandising: Planeterra Project

Trip Type: Small Group

Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.

Age requirements: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Best of Java & Sumatra - Itinerary

Trip Start: MedanTrip End: Surabaya

DAY 1

Medan

Welcome to Sumatra! Arrive at anytime.

Welcome Moment - 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.

Swiss Belhotel Medan:
Swiss Belhotel Medan

Best of Java & Sumatra - Itinerary

Trip Start: MedanTrip End: Surabaya
DAY 1
Medan

DAY 1

Medan

Welcome to Sumatra! Arrive at anytime.

Welcome Moment - 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.

Swiss Belhotel Medan:
Swiss Belhotel Medan

DAY 2
Medan/Bukit Lawang
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DAY 3
Bukit Lawang
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DAY 4
Bukit Lawang/Berastagi
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DAY 5
Berastagi/Lake Toba
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DAY 6
Lake Toba/Medan
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DAY 7
Medan/Jakarta
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DAY 8
Jakarta
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DAY 9
Jakarta/Bandung
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DAY 10
Bandung
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DAY 11
Bandung/Semarang
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DAY 12
Semarang/Dieng Plateau
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DAY 13
Dieng Plateau
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DAY 14
Dieng Plateau/Yogyakarta
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DAY 15
Yogyakarta
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DAY 16
Yogyakarta/Magelang
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DAY 17
Magelang/Solo
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DAY 18
Solo
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DAY 19
Solo/Bromo
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DAY 20
Bromo
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DAY 21
Bromo/Surabaya
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What’s Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: Ngadas Homestay, Desa Ngadas
  • Your G for Good Moment: Village Walk, Desa Ngadas
  • Your G for Good Moment: Lunch at Ngadas Village, Desa Ngadas
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Foodie Moment: Padang Lunch, Medan
  • Your Wellness Moment: Sibayak Hot Spring, Berastagi
  • Your Foodie Moment: Sabang Street Dinner, Jakarta
  • Your Foodie Moment: Sundanese Lunch, Bandung
  • Your Hands-On Moment: Traditional Batik Making, Solo
  • Visit to Grand mosque of Medan
  • Visit Vihara Gunung Timur
  • Trekking and wildlife spotting in Gunung Leuser National Park
  • Batak Cooking Class
  • Guided Batak Village exploration
  • View Sipiso Piso waterfall
  • Samosir Island Exploration
  • Visit to Istiqlal Mosque
  • See Jakarta Cathedral
  • Explore Kota Tua Old Town Jakarta
  • Visit Sunda Kelapa Harbor
  • Traditional Sundanese family-style lunch
  • Explore Badung Geologial Museum
  • Walking tour of Semarang Kota Lama
  • Tour Sam Poo Kong Temple and Gedong Songo Temple
  • Full day exploration of the volcanic Dieng Plateau area
  • Candirejo Village Visit
  • Setumbu Hill Sunrise Hike
  • Wanurejo & Borobudur Village Biking Tour
  • Mangkunegaran Palace Visit
  • Triwindhu Market
  • Jodipan Colorful Village Visit
  • Mount Bromo Jeep Excursion
  • Ngadas Village Walk
  • Lunch at Ngadas Village
  • Free time in Yogyakarta & Ngadas
  • Transport to/from included activities
  • Internal airfare.
Accommodations
  • Hotels (18nts), Local homestay with shared bathroom (2 nights)
Meals
  • 19 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners
Transportation
  • Private vehicle, flight, walking, biking, jeep.
Staff & experts
  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Best of Java & Sumatra Departure Dates

All Years

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Wed, Mar 04 2026Tue, Mar 24 2026Request (5)$2,211.75 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Wed, Apr 22 2026Tue, May 12 2026Open (8)$2,211.75 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Wed, May 20 2026Tue, Jun 09 2026Open (6)$2,301.75 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Wed, Jul 15 2026Tue, Aug 04 2026Open (1)$2,543.2 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Wed, Aug 26 2026Tue, Sep 15 2026Open (13)$2,543.2 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Wed, Sep 23 2026Tue, Oct 13 2026Open (13)$2,455.2 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Wed, Oct 21 2026Tue, Nov 10 2026Open (13)$2,547.27 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Wed, Nov 18 2026Tue, Dec 08 2026Open (14)$2,447.67 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)

USEFUL INFO

Your G for Good Moment: Ngadas Homestay, Desa Ngadas
Your G for Good Moment: Village Walk, Desa Ngadas
Your G for Good Moment: Lunch at Ngadas Village, Desa Ngadas
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Foodie Moment: Padang Lunch, Medan
Your Wellness Moment: Sibayak Hot Spring, Berastagi
Your Foodie Moment: Sabang Street Dinner, Jakarta
Your Foodie Moment: Sundanese Lunch, Bandung
Your Hands-On Moment: Traditional Batik Making, Solo. Visit to Grand mosque of Medan. Visit Vihara Gunung Timur. Trekking and wildlife spotting in Gunung Leuser National Park. Batak Cooking Class. Guided Batak Village exploration. View Sipiso Piso waterfall. Samosir Island Exploration. Visit to Istiqlal Mosque. See Jakarta Cathedral. Explore Kota Tua Old Town Jakarta. Visit Sunda Kelapa Harbor. Traditional Sundanese family-style lunch. Explore Badung Geologial Museum. Walking tour of Semarang Kota Lama. Tour Sam Poo Kong Temple and Gedong Songo Temple. Full day exploration of the volcanic Dieng Plateau area. Candirejo Village Visit. Setumbu Hill Sunrise Hike. Wanurejo & Borobudur Village Biking Tour. Mangkunegaran Palace Visit. Triwindhu Market. Jodipan Colorful Village Visit. Mount Bromo Jeep Excursion. Ngadas Village Walk. Lunch at Ngadas Village. Free time in Yogyakarta & Ngadas. Transport to/from included activities. Internal airfare.

Orangutan Trekking in Gunung Leuser National Park, Visit Lake Toba the world's largest volcanic lake, Explore Samosir Island, Enjoy a guided tour of local indigenous Batak Village, Adventure through Sumatra's biggest city Medan, Explore lesser visited temples, Visit Kota Tua Old Town, Fill up on a traditional Sundanese lunch, Visit the beautiful Dieng Plateau on a full day tour, Explore Western Java and have free time in Jakarta, Adventure through Central Java, Experience local life on a biking tour through Wanjurejo and Borobudur Villages, Support a community tourism enterprise in Candijero village, Overnight in a G Adventures supported community homestay, Take a thrilling jeep ride through Mount Bromo during sunrise

The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.

VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you view a final copy of your Trip Details a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.

While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.

Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.

This G Adventures group trip is accompanied by one of our group leaders, otherwise known as a Chief Experience Officer (CEO). The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects.

We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting - we think it's the best of both worlds.

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