From Jakarta - 7-Day Java Highlights Tour with Guide

West Java, Jakarta



Discover the best of Java on an 7-day guided tour from Jakarta. Explore the highlands of West Java to Central Java and finish in Yogyakarta.

Highlights

  • Discover the best of Java on an 7-day guided tour from Jakarta
  • Explore the highlands of Bogor and Cianjur and stay in a local hotel
  • Visit the ancient Hindu temples and volcanic lakes of Dieng Plateau
  • Experience the vibrant culture of Yogyakarta and visit Borobudur
  • Enjoy a private car and driver, an English-speaking guide, and hotels

Description

Day 1: Jakarta Pickup – Bogor & Cianjur Highland Escape
Begin your adventure with a pickup from your hotel or the airport in Jakarta. Leave the busy city behind and head to the highlands of Bogor and Cianjur. Enjoy tea plantations, Puncak Pass mountain views, and fresh air. Stay overnight in a comfortable hotel in the Bogor-Cianjur area and enjoy your first night in the cool countryside.

Day 2: Bogor-Cianjur to Bandung – The Paris of Java
After breakfast, continue your journey to Bandung. En route, enjoy stunning landscapes, volcanic views, and traditional villages. Upon arrival in Bandung, explore the city known for its colonial heritage, creative scene, and cool climate. Stay overnight in Bandung.

Day 3: Bandung to Pangandaran – From Mountains to Secret Beach Paradise
Today is a long but beautiful drive from the mountains to the ocean. Head to Pangandaran, a hidden beach town on the south coast of Java. Enjoy white sand beaches, a local fishing village atmosphere, and a relaxing sunset. Stay overnight in Pangandaran.

Day 4: Pangandaran to Purwokerto – Exploring Authentic Central Java
After breakfast at the beach, continue east to Purwokerto. This route takes you through truly off-the-beaten-path countryside, rice fields, and small villages that most tourists never see. Experience authentic Javanese life. Stay overnight in Purwokerto.

Day 5: Purwokerto to Wonosobo Dieng – The Magical Highlands
Head up to the Dieng Plateau in Wonosobo (over 2000m above sea level). Discover the ancient Hindu temples, colorful volcanic lakes, steaming craters, and the famous Golden Sunrise. The temperature is cool and the landscape is mystical. Stay overnight in Dieng, Wonosobo.

Day 6: Dieng to Magelang & Yogyakarta – Temples and Culture
From Dieng, drive down to Magelang to visit the magnificent Borobudur Temple (optional sunrise). Then continue to Yogyakarta, the cultural soul of Java. In the afternoon, enjoy the city of Yogyakarta. Stay overnight in Yogyakarta.

Day 7: Full Day Yogyakarta City Tour – The Heart of Java
Spend a full day exploring Yogyakarta Province with your private guide. Visit the Sultan's Palace (Keraton), Taman Sari Water Castle, Batik & Silver workshops, Prambanan Temple, and the bustling Malioboro Street. Experience local street food and culture. Stay overnight again in Yogyakarta.

Day 8 (Final Day): Yogyakarta to Jakarta – Return Journey
On your last day, drive back to Jakarta (or drop you off at Yogyakarta Airport if you want to end in Yogyakarta). You can choose to take a fast train from Yogyakarta to Jakarta (3-star / executive) or fly.

Includes

  • Private AC Car & Driver for 7 Days
  • English Speaking Guide
  • Fuel
  • Toll & Parking
  • Mineral Water Daily

Excludes

  • Lunch and Dinner
  • Personal expenses
  • Hotel (Optional)
  • Entrance fees to attractions (Optional)

Important Information

  • The tour involves long drives between destinations. Weather can vary significantly between locations, so pack accordingly. Some areas may have limited access to facilities.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes Bogor and Cianjur highlands, Dieng Plateau with its temples and volcanic lakes, and Yogyakarta with Borobudur temple.
An English-speaking local guide will accompany you throughout the 7-day tour from Jakarta.
You will be picked up from your hotel or the airport in Jakarta at the start of the tour.
Yes, the tour includes a private car and driver for all transfers and excursions.
You will stay in local hotels in the highlands of Bogor and Cianjur and other locations on the itinerary.
Yes, the tour includes a visit to Borobudur temple while exploring Yogyakarta.
The tour includes visits to ancient Hindu temples and cultural sites in Yogyakarta and Dieng Plateau.
Check the official website for the best seasons, but generally the dry season is preferred for this tour.
No special permits are required; access is included as part of the guided tour from Jakarta.
Meals are not always included, but your guide can recommend local dining options throughout the trip.

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