West Java Classic Tour Package For 5 Days / 4 Nights
Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival Cengkareng Airport – Miniature Park Of Indonesia – Bogor
Welcome to Jakarta upon arrival at airport Soekarno-Hatta, you will be picked by the guide, then transfer to Bogor. En route visit to the Miniature Park of Indonesia, which covers more than 165 hectares and give visitors a glimpse of the breathtaking diversity of the Indonesian archipelago. Explore more about Miniature Park of Indonesia, walk through and enjoy traditional houses of the Batak of North Sumatra, the Minangkabau of West Sumatra and the Asmat of Irian Jaya. Arrive in Bogor , check in hotel for overnight. The rest is free at own leisure.
Day 2: Bogor – Puncak – Mt. Tangkuban Perahu – Bandung
After breakfast at hotel, visit Bogor botanical garden, the world-class botanic gardens, situated just behind the stunning 19th-century presidential palace. This botanical garden was officially established by the Dutch in 1817 and featuring over 15,000 species of tropical plants from around the world. Within 87 hectares are over 400 palm species, 5,000 trees and an orchid house with 3,000 varieties. Drive passing through Puncak, famous for its spectacular view of tea plantation heading to Bandung , then continue the scenic drive via mountain resort of Lembang surrounded by vegetable and flower farms with its beautiful mountain view. The road leads through pine forest to rims of crater of Mt. Tangkuban Perahu, situated 1,800 meters above sea level. The breathtaking view of the crater await you upon arrival on crater rim. You will smell the sulpuric gas from the crater, enjoy the cool climate. Get around by walking through souvenir shops along the pathway. Returning to Bandung stop at Jeans street Cihamplas or factory outlet which is abundant around the city for shopping. Check in hotel for overnight, the rest is free at on leisure.
Day 3: Bandung – Sumedang – Cirebon
After breakfast starts the journey with drive through beautiful scenery of Parahyangan highland passing Sumedang town, then heading to Cirebon located on Java’s north coast, near the border with Central Java. This multi ethnic city blends Sundanese and Javanese cultures and language, with Chinese culture thrown in for good measure. Upon arrival check in hotel , then following city tour with visit to the Kraton, the oldest and best preserved Sultan palace of Cirebon. Built in 1527, its architectural style is a curious blend of Sundanese, Javanese, Islamic, Chinese and Dutch styles. Return to hotel for overnight.
Day 4: Cirebon – Kuningan – Naga Village – Garut
After breakfast travel through hills resort of Kuningan located on the mountain slope Mt. Ciremai. En route stop at Linggarjati village, visit the museum of Linggarjati featuring the display of historical happenings during diplomacy negotiation with Dutch Colonial Ruler after second world war. Travel further down to Garut, the hidden destination being complete with volcanoes, pine forests and lush countryside. En route stop at Kampung Naga (Naga Village) is a traditional village and museum piece of Sudanese architectures and village life. It is home to 110 families, who preserve the old ways of life despite the crowds of tourists that pass through here during the peak season. It is nestled next to a river and surrounded by precipitous hills sides-there are 360 steps going down. Arrive in Cipanas check in hotel, it is just to the northwest of the city at the foot of Mt. Guntur, very famous for its hot springs. The rest is free program.
Day 5: Garut – Cangkuang Temple – Departure
Breakfast at hotel, short drive to Candi Cangkuang, the only Hindu temple found in West Java. The temple is located on a small island in the middle of Cangkuang Lake in a village called Kampung Pulo. Take traditional transport with charming horse-drawn carriages passing the beautiful views of paddy terraces and country sides . Next bamboo raft will take you to reach the site and visit the temple which has been in existence since the 8th century and still standing strong. There is unique Kampung Pulo nearby, where only six houses and a small mosque remains unchanged on the entire island. The villagers are not allowed to build more houses there, due to their cultural beliefs. Leave for Jakarta passing through Bandung and Tol road Cipularang, after arrival transfer to airport for flight to next destination. Tour End!
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