Far-reaching Indonesia By Private Jet
Experience Indonesia like never before with this exquisite 14-day tour. Fly from island to island on your own private aircraft and uncover the country’s hidden gems, usually inaccessible to most travellers. Ride in style and cruise the sky in your personal Beechcraft King Air Turboprop, seeing untouched destinations, ancient attractions and tropical wildlife. Begin your journey in the bustling city of Yogyakarta, and make your way to Borobudur, the largest Buddhist temple in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After wandering the ruins, fly to Pangkalan Bun and spend the day with exotic orangutans at Camp Leakey. Next, make your way to the gorgeous Baliem Valley and enjoy a local village festival featuring traditional song, dance, storytelling and pig roasting. Continue your journey to the stunning Raja Ampat archipelago and discover pristine coral reefs and vibrant schools of fish while snorkeling. Finally, finish your adventure in Bali and explore the rustic countryside of Ubud, carpeted with lush rice paddies and endless bamboo forests.
Highlights
- ISLAND HOPPING BY JET
- TORAJALAND
- UNDERWATER PARADISE
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- Indonesia
- Bali
Trip Plan
DAY 1 (BOROBUDUR)
Touch down in Yogyakarta town and drive out to Borobudur, an ancient Buddhist temple complex and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Considered to be the single largest Buddhist structure on the globe, Borobudur will take your breath away with its intricate architectural style and stunning volcanic backdrop. In the evening, check into a nearby hotel and rest up for the exciting days ahead.DAY 2 (YOGYAKARTA)
Arise early this morning to watch the sunrise over Borobudur, a magical moment. Then, drive back to Yogyakarta. Consider journeying to the outskirts of the city to discover Prambanan, a series of elaborate Hindu temples built in the 10th century, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, you値l take a stroll through ancient pathways and uncover temples decorated with murals depicting great Hindu divinities.DAY 3 (YOGYAKARTA)
Make the most of your final day in Yogyakarta and explore the ancient town at your leisure. We recommend exploring the Kraton Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat, the breathtaking palace that is home to the royal Sultan. Here, you can walk through the Main Court, an area carpeted with elegant artifacts and rich d馗or. In the afternoon, consider visiting the Affandi Museum, a charming art gallery and museum built around the former home of the late Affandi, one of Indonesia痴 most famous painters.DAY 4 (MAKASSAR)
After breakfast, board your luxurious private aircraft, and fly to the stunning island of Borneo. Here, you値l uncover Pangkalan Bun, a quaint town situated on the scenic Arut River. In the afternoon, you値l take a day tour of Camp Leakey and have the opportunity to come face-to-face with exotic orangutans. After, return to your aircraft and head to Makassar, the largest city on the island of Sulawesi. After your arrival, you値l check into your hotel and relax this evening.DAY 5 (AMBON)
This morning, depart Makassar and fly to Tana Toraja, a highland region in Southern Sulawesi. Step off your personal plane and take in the scenic view of rich green rice terraces, bamboo groves and blue misty mountains. Here, you値l take a day trip to Kete Kesu, a traditional village famous for its fascination with death and the afterlife. In the afternoon, you値l experience an extravagant funeral ceremony in the village and see hanging graves and decorative burial sites. After, you値l fly to Ambon and rest at your hotel for the remainder of the evening.DAY 6 (WAMENA)
Start your day by flying to Wamena, a charming town situated in the heart of the beautiful Baliem Valley. Here, you値l visit traditional villages, interact with tribal families and learn about another part of Indonesian life and culture. After, you値l take part in a local festival and experience an evening of song, dance, storytelling and pig roasting. When the festivities are over, check into your hotel and enjoy a night of peace and quiet.DAY 7 (MISOOL ISLAND)
Board your private plane after breakfast and fly to Sorong, a charming town known as the gateway to the gorgeous Raja Ampat Archipelago. From there, you値l transfer to a private boat and sail to Misool, one of the four major islands in Raja Ampat. After your arrival, head to your hotel and rest up for an adventure-filled day ahead. Lodge at a resort or onboard a private charter.DAY 8 (MISOOL ISLAND)
Wake up in paradise and enjoy a day of beachcombing, snorkeling and hiking in Misool. Home to an abundance of untouched coral reefs, you値l have the chance to dive under the sea and experience vibrant coral gardens and tropical fish. Feel free to bask under the warm sun and relax on white sandy beaches. For those interested in the great outdoors, consider more hiking through the lush jungles and scenic hills nearby.DAY 9 (MANADO)
Begin the day by returning to Sorong and flying to Manado in the afternoon. After your arrival, enjoy the day at your leisure. We recommend visiting the Tangkoko Nature Reserve, which is home to tarsiers and macaques. Here, you can take a guided tour of the park and get up-close and personal with exotic primates and other exciting wildlife. In the evening, check into your hotel.DAY 10 (LABUAN BAJO)
In the morning, fly to Labuan Bajo and make your way to the island of Komodo by speedboat. Here, you値l explore Komodo National Park and come face-to-face with the lethal Komodo dragon. In the afternoon, enjoy a private guided tour as a park ranger leads you to the secret lairs of the dragons. Overnight on Labuan Bajo.DAY 11 (UBUD)
This morning, depart from Labuan Bajo for Bali. Drive up to Ubud where you'll stay nestled in the verdant hills and rice paddies. Spend the rest of the day getting acquainted with your new lush surroundings.DAY 12 (UBUD)
Enjoy a free day in Ubud and take this opportunity to uncover the breathtaking island of Bali. We recommend venturing into the famous Monkey Forest, a sacred jungle home to mischievous Balinese long-tailed macaques. Trek deep into the forest and you値l find the Pura Dalem Agung Padangtegal, an ancient temple dedicated to worship of the dead.DAY 13 (UBUD)
Make the most of your last day in Ubud and explore the region at your leisure. We recommend visiting Goa Gajah, a cave dating back to the ninth century and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, you can walk through an entrance in the shape of an elaborately-carved demon痴 mouth. Continue inside and follow narrow pathways to uncover ancient statues, waterfalls, rice fields and Buddhist remnants.DAY 14 (DEPARTURE)
On your final day, we wish you farewell, and are more than happy to assist you with your next travel arrangements. Head to Ngurah Rai International Airport and check in for your flight home or to your next exciting travel destination. For those staying in Ubud, we recommend taking in the scenic wonders of the area by renting a bicycle and pedaling through lush countryside and rich green rice paddies.
