Indonesia — South East Asia — Explore Worldwide 2008/09 online holiday brochure

SOUTH EAST ASIA INDONESIA Stunning view of Mount Bromo Exotic Java & Bali 17 DAYS HOTELS/CHALET TEMPLES AND VOLCANOES Ref JV MALAYSIA * SINGAPORE Canopy walkway/Kerry Robins JFMAMJJASOND JFMA Explore Malaysia 14 DAYS HOTELS/CHALET TROPICAL ISLANDS, JUNGLES & BEACHES Ref EM / EMT JFMAMJJASOND JFMA Sulphur fumeroles Lakes & Temples Dieng Plateau Ambarawa Exotic Java & Bali Ref JV J a v a S e a INDONESIA J A V A Probolinggo Fl WONOSOBO Borobodur Buddhist Stupa Solo Sultan's Candi Palace Sukuh Lawu or es Sea A fascinating journey through peninsular Malaysia to Singapore with particular emphasis on the region's unexpected cultural diversity, its dense jungles and tropical beaches. Penang & Cameron Highlands First, we spend a couple of days on the scenic island of Penang in the Malacca Straits, delighting in its flotilla of sailing junks and exploring vibrant Chinatown. Then, heading inland, we journey up to the beautiful Cameron Highlands, situated some 1500m above sea level. We enjoy walks through hill station villages, tea plantations and magnificent gardens so evocative of Olde England! as well as along jungle tracks. KL' & Taman Negara Safari Next we make for Kuala Lumpur or KL', as it's affectionately known one of South East Asia's fastest growing cities. Futuristic skyscrapers now tower above the ancient Moorish architecture. Driving to Kuala Tembeling we continue by riverboat to the Taman Negara Reserve, where there's an opportunity to walk jungle trails, swim in cool streams, take boat trips and explore local caves. The reserve is said to contain the oldest primeval rainforest in the world and from the park's higher viewpoints the jungle canopy extends as far as the eye can see. Wildlife can be viewed from hides; a great way to experience the atmosphere and sounds of this wilderness. Malacca & Tioman Island The historic Portuguese trading port of Malacca is our next stop, with its bustling old town and array of Chinese temples. We finish our tour relaxing on Tioman Island, with its sandy beaches, lush green vegetation and coral reefs. Explore Malaysia Ref EM/EMT THAIL AND Georgetown From Jakarta YOGYAKARTA TAWANG & Bandung Kraton Palace -MANGGU Prambanan Hindu temples km 0 250 Views of Ketapang LOVINA Batur crater BEACH Penelokan Panataran BROMO 2329m Temple KALIBARU Caves & Crater walk Plantation walks Temples UBUD Gilimanuk B A L I INDIAN OCEAN Denpasar MALANG PENANG Butterworth SOUTH CHINA SEA MAL AYSIA TAMAN NEGARA NP Kuala Tembeling Jungle trails CAMERON HIGHLANDS Walks & Tea plantations This trip includes the great highlights of Java and Bali. We visit Borobodur Temple, see Mount Bromo at dawn and enjoy the beaches and handicrafts of Bali. Wonders of Borobodur In the lovely city of Yogyakarta, the vibrant cultural centre of Java, we explore the Kraton Palace and lively streets and markets. We spend time at magnificent Borobodur, an architectural masterpiece erected by the Shailenda dynasty in the 8th century AD; its skilfully sculpted shrines and bas-reliefs are dedicated to the life of the Buddha. Heading to the highlands we discover the misty Dieng Plateau, the so-called Abode of the Gods, where some of Java's oldest Hindu temples are to be found in a huge sunken crater, surrounded by steaming mud pools. Sunrise Over Bromo Travelling via the Sultan's palace at Solo and the erotic temple at Candi Sukuh, we arrive at Mount Bromo. From Mount Penanjakan (2770m), we witness the sunrise and watch the early morning mists clear from spectacular craters. Our last stop on Java is at Kalibaru where we stay on a coffee plantation, discovering the many crops grown in this fertile region and from where a number of walks may be taken. Beautiful Bali Crossing the Bali Strait by ferry, we make Borobodur, Buddhist stupa/Dave West our way to Lovina, where we relax on black volcanic sands or perhaps take a boat to look for dolphins (optional). We then drive on to the thriving artistic centre at Ubud; its nearby villages set amidst tumbling limegreen terraces. After visiting the caves and elephant pool of Goa Gajah and the Pejeng temple, there's time to explore the many handicraft workshops or ramble through the rice paddies. KUALA LUMPUR Malay capital St INDONESIA ra Old Portuguese port Chinatown TIOMAN ISLAND Beaches Jungle walks Mersing its MALACCA of Ma lac Sumatra km 0 250 ca SINGAPORE SINGAPORE FACTFILE Itinerary Day 1 Fly London/Jakarta. 2 Arrive Jakarta; drive Bandung. 3 Drive Yogyakarta via villages. 4 City tour; free afternoon, Ramayana ballet (optional). 5 Drive Prambanan, visit temples; drive Borobodur, visit site then drive Wonosobo. 6 Visit Dieng Plateau. 7 Drive Solo, visit palace; PM drive Tawangmanggu. 8 Walk through villages to Candi Sukuh temple; PM drive Malang. 9 Visit tea gardens; PM drive Bromo for late afternoon ascent of summit. 10 View sunrise from Mt Penanjakan; PM free. 11 Drive Kalibaru; optional walks. 12 Drive Ketapang; ferry to Bali, drive Lovina Beach. 13 At Lovina Beach. 14 Drive Ubud via Penelokan and temples. 15 AM sightseeing including Goa Gajah, Yeh Pulu and Pejeng temple; PM free. 16 Free morning in Ubud; PM transfer Denpasar, fly London. 17 Arrive London. Accommodation & Meals: 13nts hotel, 1nt chalet; 14 breakfasts included. See insert p2. Mode of Travel: Bus/Ferry/On Foot. Comment: A steady-paced overland journey in exploration of Java and Bali's wonderful cultural and natural sights. Tour Staff & Support: Explore Tour Leader and driver(s). Group Size: Approx. 13 to 18. FACTFILE Itinerary Day 1 Fly London/Penang. 2 Arrive Penang; walking tour. 3 In Penang; sightseeing. 4 Drive Cameron Highlands. 5 In Highlands; walks along jungle trails and visit tea plantation. 6 Drive Kuala Lumpur; sightseeing. 7 Drive Kuala Tembeling; boat to Taman Negara. 8 In Taman Negara National Park; jungle walks. 9 Boat Kuala Tembeling; drive Malacca, visit Old Town. 10 Drive Mersing; ferry Tioman Island. 11 On Tioman; walks, snorkelling. 12 Ferry and drive Singapore. 13 In Singapore. 14 Fly London. Itinerary Ref. EMT Tioman Island Extension: Days 1 to 11 As above. 12 to 14 3 days at leisure on Tioman Island. 15 Ferry and drive to Singapore. 16 In Singapore. 17 Fly London. Accommodation & Meals: 10nts hotel, 2nts chalet; 12 breakfasts included. Tioman Island Extension plus 3nts hotel; 3 breakfasts included. See insert p2. Mode of Travel: Bus (both charter and public)/ Ferry/Riverboat/Train/Various short walks. Comment: An easy-going adventure through the Malaysian peninsula. Apart from the lively capitals of Singapore and Kuala Lumpur, the pace of life is slow and laid-back. Tour Staff & Support: Explore Tour Leader plus driver(s) and boatmen. Tioman Island Extension unescorted. Group Size: Approx. 13 to 18. Extend your tour... TIOMAN ISLAND EXTENSION This tour can also be extended to include extra time on Tioman Island. See Factfile for further details. White sandy beaches Request a tour dossier for comprehensive tour information 187

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