This morning you’ll travel to Tumpang, where your open-air Jeep awaits. Begin your adventure toward Mount Bromo, driving through dramatic highland scenery and stopping en route to visit a nearby waterfall. Continue across the region’s famous “Sea of Sand,” a vast expanse of volcanic terrain that leads into the Bromo caldera. Cross the open plain and climb the staircase to the rim of Mount Bromo, where you’ll be rewarded with sweeping views of the active volcano and the surrounding landscape.

After exploring the area, descend by Jeep and continue to your hotel in the Bromo region for check-in and an evening at leisure.

Today is yours to relax or explore with a variety of optional activities to choose from. Set out before dawn for a Bromo Sunrise Excursion, traveling by Jeep to Penanjakan viewpoint to watch the first light spread across Mount Bromo and the surrounding volcanic peaks. For a more relaxed start, enjoy a picnic breakfast on Tanggulangin Hill, taking in sweeping views as the sun rises.

Choose to unwind with a picnic lunch at Jiva Devi Nursery, surrounded by orchids, koi ponds, and the tranquil sounds of nature. Alternatively, join a farming class with locals, learning traditional cultivation techniques before sharing snacks in a countryside setting.

After breakfast, transfer to the Probolinggo train station for your journey through East Java’s striking countryside to Banyuwangi. En route, pass through Kalibaru, a small highland town set in the foothills of Mount Raung. Surrounded by coffee and cocoa plantations, Kalibaru enjoys a cooler, more fertile climate than much of the region and offers a glimpse of rural life in Java’s plantation belt. Continue on to Banyuwangi and check in to your hotel for the evening.

Early this morning, set out on a 3.5-hour trek to the magnificent Ijen Crater. The hike involves a steady two-hour ascent followed by a 1.5-hour descent through scenic mountain trails. At the summit, 9,500 feet above sea level, you’ll be rewarded with sweeping views of the turquoise sulfur lake and its otherworldly reflections. The trek is rated easy to moderate but can be demanding in sections due to steep terrain and sulfur exposure.

Those wishing to witness the famous blue fire phenomenon may opt for a midnight departures. Please note that all visitors must present a health certificate confirming they are fit for the trek, free from asthma or heart conditions; this can be obtained locally the day before.

After descending from the crater, return to your hotel to relax and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Begin the day with a visit to Banjar Village, a quiet and authentic corner of Banyuwangi rarely seen by travelers. Stop at small, family-run workshops where locals produce batik and traditional cakes, learning about their craft and daily life as you meet members of the community. Enjoy a midmorning break with coffee or tea and local snacks served in a village home.

Continue with a gentle walk through the surrounding countryside, passing rice fields, small rivers, and open farmland. Along the way, you may visit a traditional palm sugar maker who still uses age-old methods. The walk concludes at a peaceful rice terrace, where a simple, home-cooked lunch is served.

This morning, meet your driver and guide for a private transfer to Gilimanuk Harbor. Board the ferry across the Bali Strait to the island of Bali, a destination long celebrated for its rich culture, diverse landscapes, artistry, and welcoming spirit.

Upon arrival, continue to Menjangan National Park, a serene coastal reserve known for its pristine forests, coral reefs, and wildlife. Check in to your hotel and enjoy the peaceful natural surroundings.

Today, set out on a diving or snorkeling excursion in West Bali National Park, an area renowned for its colorful coral reefs and calm, clear waters. Around Menjangan Island, even shallow reefs teem with colorful fish and marine life, making this one of Indonesia’s most accessible underwater experiences.

In the evening, you may choose to join an optional sunset cruise to Gili Putih. Sail across tranquil waters as the sun sets over the Bali Strait, then enjoy a private barbecue dinner on the sand with views of the ocean and Mount Baluran.

Begin the day with a boat ride to Brumbun on the Prapat Agung Peninsula, a remote and pristine corner of West Bali National Park. Explore this protected wilderness with a park ranger, keeping an eye out for native wildlife such as long-tailed macaques, deer, and the endangered Bali starling at its release center.

As the morning light filters through the trees, enjoy the quiet beauty of the forest and, on clear days, views of East Java’s distant volcanoes. Continue on a guided walk through varied terrain – low scrub, dense jungle, and mangrove forests – learning about the park’s unique ecosystems along the way. Your walk concludes at Shorea Beach, where a boat will take you back to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.

After breakfast and check-out, depart for Pekutatan, a peaceful coastal village on Bali’s western shore. The two-hour drive follows scenic coastal roads lined with rice fields and small villages. Known for its black-sand beaches, terraced landscapes, and relaxed atmosphere, Pekutatan offers a glimpse of Bali’s quieter side, far from the island’s busier resort areas.

Upon arrival, enjoy the rest of the day to explore at your leisure.

Enjoy a free day in Pekutatan. Take a surfing lesson, indulge in a Balinese treatment at the lodge’s spa, explore Pekutatan by bike or e-scooter, go snorkeling or scuba diving, take a yoga class, or simply unwind.

Say goodbye to Bali and head to the airport to catch your departing flight.