Volcanoes of East Java

Upon arrival in Yogyakarta, you will be met at the airport and transferred to our group hotel. Here, you will be provided with a briefing about your trip, ensuring a smooth start to your adventure. Situated almost exactly halfway along the length of Java, in an area considered to be the heartland of the Javanese, Yogyakarta is home to some of the island's oldest traditions and blessed with a rich, fertile soil from the volcanic ash. It is the cultural capital of Java, with a real mixture of cultural influences, including Hindu and Buddhist temples, dating from the 8th century, Islamic Palaces from the 18th century and Dutch colonial architecture. Dinner tonight is at the hotel.
Overnight: Eclipse Hotel or similar

In the morning, we explore the city by car and discover the city of Yogyakarta. We start with a visit to the Kraton. This walled compound is the heart of the old part of the city and once the palace of Yogyakarta’s sultans. Also, we will visit the ruins of Taman Sari, the Water Palace, which was a pleasure park for the sultans. Yogyakarta is also a centre for craft markets, batik textiles and artist studios, which you can visit depending on your interests. Malioboro Street is a great area to do some last minute shopping. Afterward we will visit Borobudur temple, a splendid ancient Hindu monument - the world’s largest Buddhist monument and the largest man-made structure in the southern hemisphere. A UNESCO World Heritage site, Borobudur predates Angkor Wat by 300 years and Notre Dame by 200 years. Rediscovered in 1815, it has been excavated and returned to its original glory. The stone relief panels offer a clear glimpse into Buddhist doctrine and Javanese life 1,000 years ago.
Overnight: Eclipse Hotel or similar

Today we go for a train ride to Malang. This is a great way to see a lot of the countryside, pass small towns, villages and get in touch with the local people. You will travel Executive class with air- conditioning. Upon arrival in Malang, you will be transfer to your hotel. Malang is the second largest city in East Java. During the period of Dutch colonization, it was a popular destination for European residents. The city is well known for its mild climate. People in East Java sometimes call it "Paris of East Java."
Train: KA Malioboro Express 07:45–15:43
Overnight: Hotel Santika Premiere Malang or similar

Following breakfast at our hotel, we meet with our local team and embark on a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Sumber Brantas village in Batu, where we are treated to picturesque views of the Batu mountain range along the way. We then commence our trek to Lengkean base camp, at the foot of Arjuno Volcano. We pass through farmlands, meeting friendly locals and getting to see them at work on their farms and going about their daily activities. We’ll also trek through dense jungle where deer and other kinds of wildlife can be seen, if we’re lucky we might spot some of the local fauna. Tonight will be spent at Lembah Lengkean base camp, the perfect place to witness both sunrise and sunset from Arjuno Welirang Volcano. An early night is in order as we’ll be rising before dawn tomorrow.
Trekking: 5~6hrs
Overnight: Lembah Lengkean base camp - Tented Camp

Today, we embark on an exhilarating trek to our first summit, Arjuno Mountain. Our adventure begins at midnight, with the ascent commencing around 1 am. The initial phase of our journey involves a vigorous 30-minute hike, tackling a steep 65-85° incline, leading us to the peak of Kembar 2 Mountain, at an altitude of 3,113 meters. After a brief respite, we'll continue our trek for another 3 hours and 30 minutes to reach the summit of Arjuno, perched at 3,339 meters. Upon reaching this zenith, we'll take time to revel in the panoramic views and await the sunrise, capturing these moments with photographs. Following this, we'll begin our descent back to the campsite, a trek of approximately 4 hours. At the campsite, we'll relax, enjoy a well-deserved brunch, and immerse ourselves in the serene beauty of our surroundings until sunset. Our day concludes with an overnight stay at the campsite, in anticipation of tomorrow's challenge - ascending the Welirang volcano.
Trekking: 7~8hrs
Overnight: Lembah Lengkean base camp - Tented Camp

Today's adventure leads us to the majestic Welirang Volcano, with our trek beginning before dawn. The journey to the summit and back typically takes around 4 hours, though this may vary with weather conditions. Our route takes us past Gunung Kembar 1, an intriguing feature of the Arjuno-Welirang mountain range. Reaching the summit, we'll delve into the exploration of its crater and the expansive fumaroles field, observing the traditional methods used in sulfur quarrying. We aim to return to our camp by 08:30 am, where a restful break and a hearty breakfast await. Post-breakfast, we'll commence our descent to Sumber Brantas village, followed by a drive to Lawang, a quaint town amidst tea plantations near the highlands of Tretes. Our accommodation for the night is a simple yet charming guesthouse belonging to the tea estate. Here, we're treated to stunning views of lush greenery and towering mountains, creating a serene backdrop. Additionally, we'll have the chance to observe local tea farmers engaged in their daily routines,
Trekking: 8~9hrs
Overnight: Local homestay

We start the day with spending some time to admire the morning views from the tea plantation. You then have time to walk some of the trails surrounding the tea plantation or instead you may wish to stay and relax at the guesthouse. A transfer to Bromo is then provided. It's a smooth drive and normally takes about 4 hours. Along the way we'll see local farmland, small villages and picturesque landscape. Tonight is spent in Bromo. We have a very early start tomorrow morning so an early night is recommended.
Drive: 4hrs
Overnight: Lava View Lodge Hotel or similar

This morning’s wake up call is at 3:00am. We then commence our journey by 4:00am to Mt Penanjakan. From the summit of Mt Penanjaken we can witness the spectacular sunrise across the glorious vistas of Mt Bromo and the surrounding volcanoes. We then continue to the crater of Mt Bromo through the middle of a vast plain called the “Sea of Sand” (horse riding is included). We then return to our hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, we drive to Surabaya Airport for your flight to Denpasar. Upon arrival in Denpasar airport you will be transferred to your hotel (own booking) in Kuta, Kuta, Sanur or Legian. Please discuss post trip arrangements with your World Expeditions' Adventure Travel Consultant. Trip concludes.