Semarang (Java)

Visit the 9th-century Hindu temple Prambanan and Borobudur, the world’s largest Buddhist temple, before flying off to Borneo for the rare opportunity to watch endangered orangutans and sun bears in protected habitats.

Hinweis: Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.

DAY 1 – 16. März 2024

After disembarking the ship in Semarang, you will meet your guide and transfer to Yogyakarta to visit the 9th-century temple Prambanan. The temple is a magnificent piece of architecture adorned with sculptures and reliefs that are considered masterworks of Hindu art.

Unlike many temple complexes, Prambanan was not constructed in a symmetrical manner. The largest of its temples, dedicated to Shiva, rises majestically more than 150 feet into the air and is lavishly carved. If the day is clear, the temple will be silhouetted against the bright blue sky, a sight that is absolutely extraordinary.

Lunch follows at Rumah Sleman, a spectacular lodge, part of which was a home built in 1814 and moved to this location. The traditional Javanese ambiance and exquisite cuisine will make for a delightful dining experience.

After lunch, you will visit Borobudur Temple. The world’s largest Buddhist temple, Borobudur was built during the 8th and 9th centuries. It was constructed in three tiers, the topmost containing 72 openwork stupas, each with a statue of Buddha inside. The guide will describe the construction and significance of Borobudur, a monument so important that UNESCO deemed it a World Heritage site.

Following your visit, you will check into the luxury resort Amanjiwo in the shadow of Borobudur. The remainder of the day will be free to enjoy as you please. Dinner is included at your hotel.

DAY 2 – 17. März 2024

Following breakfast at the hotel, you will check-out and meet the guide that will accompany you to the airport for the flight to Balikpapan on the eastern coast of Borneo.

Upon landing, you will transfer to Samboja Lodge, which sits in midst of a rainforest. The lodge was designed in a local architectural style using recycled materials wherever possible and is decorated with handicrafts from the Dayaks, the non-Muslim indigenous people of Borneo.

A foundation dedicated to the survival of Borneo’s endangered orangutans created the lodge and nurture the more than 200 orangutans that inhabit the six manmade islands around the grounds. You will have the opportunity to observe the orangutans that live in a sanctuary near the lodge.

Should time allow based on flight schedules, enjoy a leisurely boat ride to seek out the endangered proboscis monkey and other wildlife.

Later, you will enjoy dinner at Samboja Lodge and spend an evening in the wonderfully harmonious setting.

DAY 3 – 18. März 2024

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before checking out.

This morning, you will have the opportunity to observe the orangutans, as well as the sun bears that live in a sanctuary near the lodge.

The animals are fed fruits, vegetables and leafy branches from the surrounding rainforest. To help ensure the sustainability of their food supply, you will help plant a fruit tree in a suitable location (If time permit)

Later transferred to the Balikpapan Airport for the flight to Singapore.

Land Program Step by Step

Die Reihenfolge der besuchten Sehenswürdigkeiten kann abweichen, um Verkehrsstaus zu vermeiden. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direktflüge können nicht garantiert werden. Final itineraries with up-to-date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Bitte sehen Sie sich Ihre finale Reiseroute genau an, falls weitere Änderungen vorgenommen wurden.

Tag 1

07:00 Uhr Disembark the ship in Semarang Harbor

07:15 Uhr Depart for the drive to Prambanan Temple.

10:00 Uhr Explore Prambanan Temple

12:00 Uhr Driving to Rumah Sleman for Lunch. Driving time about 40 minutes

13:00 Uhr Lunch at Rumah Sleman

14:00 Uhr Proceed to Borobudur Temple

15:30 Uhr Visit Borobudur Temple

17:15 Uhr Proceed to your hotel and check in

7-10pm Buffet dinner served at your hotel

Overnight at the Amanjiwo Resort or similar hotel

Tag 2

08:30 Uhr Breakfast at the resort

10:30 Uhr Proceed to the Yogyakarta Airport

12:00 Uhr Arrive at the Yogyakarta Airport

13:10 Uhr Fly to Balikpapan (flight details TBA and subject to change)

15:55 Uhr Arrive at the Balikpapan International Airport, collect luggage

17:00 Uhr Meet your tour guide

17:30 Uhr Arrival at the harbor and visit the Mangrove Centre and Black River cruise

18:30 Uhr Transfer to the lodge

19:30 Uhr Arrive at the lodge

20:00 Uhr Enjoy dinner

Overnight at the Samboja Lodge or similar hotel

Tag 3

07:00 Uhr Breakfast at the lodge

08:00 Uhr Check out, observe The Orang Utans

10:00 Uhr Proceed to the Balikpapan Airport

11:30 Uhr Arrive at the Balikpapan Airport

12:35 Uhr Fly to Jakarta (Flight details TBA and subject to change)

13:45 Uhr Arrive in Jakarta and change planes

15:40 Uhr Fly to Singapore (Flight details TBA and subject to change)

18:25 Uhr Arrival to Singapore Changi Airport and proceed through Singapore Immigration

20:30 Uhr Transfer to the ship

21:00 Uhr Approximate arrival at the ship

Upon landing in Singapore, a local guide will assist you during the transfer to the pier, where you will embark the cruise ship.

Wetter:

Hot and Dry. The average mid-day temperatures can hover to upper 30s C (85-90 F), especially in inland areas like Java. It is less breezy at this time of year the sun can be quite intense and the air becomes hazier with the rising humidity. Though sometimes quite hot, the lack of rain still leaves this a good time of year to visit the temples.

Please be prepared for warm temperatures, moderate humidity, semi-rugged terrain and a variety of insects.

Was Sie mitbringen sollten:

On this tour the key words are comfortable and casual. Remember you are visiting a foreign country and local dress codes should be observed.

*Please avoid uncovered shoulders, shorts or revealing clothing.

*Full length trousers or pants and/or skirts covering the knees are required to be worn when visiting the temple

* Guest are requested to take-off their footwear and hats when visiting religious sites.

Light-weight, earth- or dark-colored, long-sleeved shirts and t-shirts and light-weight, quick-dry hiking pants/trousers are recommended for the lodge.

Bring a hat or a head covering for sun protection and don’t forget your sunscreen, sunglasses and insect repellent. It’s also a good idea to bring along a small packet of tissues or wet wipes. It is also suggested that guests bring flat comfortable walking shoes as well as waterproof shoes in case of rain. Bring socks and a rain jacket as well as something warm for the evening hours. You may wish to bring a dry bag for your camera in case of rain.

Landeswährung:

Guests are encouraged to bring US Dollars with them as they are most commonly accepted in Java. The local currency is the IDR (Rupiah). You should take smaller denominations of US Dollars with you, as they will keep you from ending up with a lot of local change that you will not be able to re-exchange back home.

Stromspannung:

Rooms are equipped with 220-volt, two-pin US style electrical outlets. We recommend travelling with your own adaptor kits should you have electronic devices.

Erforderliche Papiere und Visa:

A passport that is valid at least 6 months after travel is required

This program travels between Indonesia and Singapore. Guests should check with their local embassies for any visa requirements for thier nationality.

VERY IMPORTANT – The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase for this program otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.

Failure to have the required documents ahead of time or incorrect names on flight tickets will result in either denial of travel or ticket re-purchase and guests will be responsible for any fees incurred.

Gepäck:

Light luggage would be most suited for this 2-night trip. Please note that the airlines allow a maximum of 1 checked suitcase (20kg or 44lbs) and one small carry on.

Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has their own regulations)

1. Guests must obtain a Doctor’s Certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.

2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)

3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at RSSC at least one month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).

4. Failure to comply with the above regulations may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which Regent Seven Seas Cruises nor our local ground operator be responsible for.

Hotels

Amanjiwo Resort

Desa, Sawah, Majaksingi, Kec. Borobudur, Magelang, Jawa Tengah 56553, Indonesia

Samboja Lodge

Balikpapan- Handil Street Km 44. Indonesien

*We will only substitute a hotel in unforeseen situations. If a hotel is substituted, it will be similar and with equal ratings and standards and guests will be notified in advance. If guests are not notified of any changes before departure, then the hotels listed in this program will be used.

Das Programm für die Gäste enthält:

1 night at Amanjiwo Resort or similar hotel (Garden Suite)

1 night at Samboja Lodge or similar hotel (standard double room)

2 breakfasts

2 lunches, 2 dinners – water, sodas, tea and coffee included

Tours and entrances per the itinerary

Englischsprachiger Fremdenführer während des gesamten Programms

Economy-class flights per the itinerary (direct flights not guaranteed)

Nicht im Programm für die Gäste enthalten:

Any meals or drinks (with alcohol) not included above

Trinkgelder für Fahrer und Fremdenführer

Excess or overweight luggage fees for flights

• Nebenausgaben im Hotel, einschließlich Minibar und Zimmerservice

Any required visas for the countries visited

Hinweis: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged

activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. Alle Programme sind jedoch verschieden, und die Teilnehmer sollten sich auf unterschiedliche Straßen- und Wegeverhältnisse einstellen, z. B.: Steigungen, Sand und Kies oder unbefestigte Wege. Gelegentlich wird auch Treppensteigen verlangt. Rollstuhlfahrer und Gäste mit eingeschränkter Mobilität wenden sich bitte im Voraus an die Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft und erkundigen sich, ob die gewünschten Ausflüge ganz oder nur teilweise für ihre individuelle Situation geeignet sind.

Alle Programme an Land sind beschränkt und gelten vorbehaltlich der Verfügbarkeit. Programme, bei denen nicht die Mindestanzahl an erforderlichen Teilnehmern erreicht wird, können gestrichen werden. Die aufgelisteten Preise unterliegen Änderungen aufgrund von unerwartet eintretenden Kostensteigerungen für Transport, Landprogramme und Währungsschwankungen.

Einmal erworben, ist der Preis garantiert und unterliegt keinen weiteren Änderungen. Mid-cruise overland programs must be purchased no later than 60 days prior to your sail date. Stornierungen, die 60 Tage oder weniger vor dem Abfahrtsdatum erfolgen, unterliegen einer Stornogebühr von 100 %.

Gain a deeper understanding of traditional Balinese life – past and present – by visiting Buddhist temples, rural and mountain villages, a cultural center, house compound and a factory that produces batik clothing.

Hinweis: Guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.

This program is limited to 10 guests

DAY 1 – 01. Dezember 2024

After arriving at Tanjung Emas harbor in Semarang, you will transfer with a guide to the village of Magelang to visit Borobudur temple, which was built in the 8th century during the Cailendra Dynasty. The name Borobudur is supposedly derived from Sanskrit, meaning the Buddhist monastery on the hill.

Although the largest Buddhist temple in Indonesia, Borobudur was abandoned for centuries and lay hidden under layers of volcanic ash until English military engineers discovered it in the early 19th century. A massive restoration took place from 1973 to 1984.

Following your exploration of Borobudur, lunch will be served at Manohara, a restaurant on the temple slopes.

You will then drive to Omah Kecebong, a cultural center with a traditional guest house, horticultural garden and rice fields. You will tour the complex in a VW automobile and, if you wish, don traditional clothing to enhance the experience.

Later in the afternoon, you will drive to Jogja and check into the Hyatt Regency Yogyakarta or a similar hotel for the evening. Das Abendessen wird im Hotel serviert.

DAY 2 – 02. Dezember 2024

After breakfast at the hotel and some free time, you will check out and then transfer to Yogyakarta International Airport for the flight to Bali.

Upon arriving in Bali, you will drive into northern Bali, a scenic journey that will take about four hours. You will then check in at the Menjangan Dynasty resort or similar for the evening. Das Abendessen wird im Hotel serviert.

DAY 3 – 03. Dezember 2024

After breakfast at the hotel, you will take a short boat ride from the beach to Menjangan Island, which is surrounded by coral reefs that are ideal for snorkeling. The waters are typically crystal-clear, allowing you to easily observe the colorful underwater wonders, which include every imaginable type of reef fish.

Lunch will be served back at the hotel, where you will spend another delightful evening with dinner on your own.

DAY 4 – 04. Dezember 2024

After breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will drive to the Banjar Hot Spring in the Lovina area. Bring your bathing suit; a towel will be provided.

You will next visit the Buddhist temple Brahma Vihara Arama in Banjar village, southwest of Lovina. It features a terraced temple complex in which each level has its own structures and is adorned with exuberant Balinese woodcarvings that show the assimilation of Balinese culture into the architecture of the monastery. On the highest level of the complex, you can find a miniature version of Borobudur.

Continuing on, you will visit Bali Aga village, where traditional ways with regard to cooking, farming and worshiping are still practiced.

Following lunch at a local restaurant with a beautiful mountain view, you will drive to Twin Lake and pause for photos.

You will then proceed to Bedugul and enjoy the mild mountain temperature due to the elevation about 4,900 feet above sea level. There you will visit the Ulun Danu Temple or Pura Bratan, a major Shiva water temple with a ritual bathing area.

Afterwards, you will check in at the Andaz Bali or a similar hotel to dine and spend the evening.

Day 5 – 05. Dezember 2024

After breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will drive to Batubulan to watch a Barong dance performance that tells a story of the fight of good versus evil.

You will continue to Gunung Kawi Temple, an 11th-century archaeological complex carved out of the rock. The views from there will be absolutely beautiful.

You will enjoy views of rice fields during lunch at a local restaurant.

You will next visit Celuk village, which is known for its gold and silver handicrafts. Nearly all of the villagers are skilled at crafting these beautiful pieces that are exported worldwide.

You will gain a different perspective of the local culture at a traditional Balinese house compound. The Balinese home is often viewed as a living organism. It has a head (the ancestral shrine), arms (the sleeping quarters and living room) and legs and feet (the kitchen and rice granaries.) An up-close look at the house compound will give you a glimpse into conventional Balinese life.

You will also visit a factory that produces batik clothing, which is synonymous with Bali. Batik is the technique of dying fabrics to create designs that typically reflect nature, although geometric patterns are also popular. It is a fascinating process and this behind-the-scenes opportunity to see it firsthand will be eye-opening.

Continuing on, you will arrive in Benoa harbour and embark the cruise ship.

Land Program Step by Step

Die Reihenfolge der besuchten Sehenswürdigkeiten kann abweichen, um Verkehrsstaus zu vermeiden. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direktflüge können nicht garantiert werden. Final itineraries with the most up-to-date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Bitte sehen Sie sich Ihre finale Reiseroute genau an, falls weitere Änderungen vorgenommen wurden.

TAG 1

08:00 Uhr Disembark the ship in Semarang, meet your guide

09:00 Uhr Drive to Borobudur temple

11:30 Uhr Explore Borobudur

13:00 Uhr Lunch at Manohara or a similar restaurant

14:00 Uhr Drive to Omah Kecebong cultural complex

15:00 Uhr Ride around Omah Kecebong in a VW

17:00 Uhr Drive to Yogyakarta

18:00 Uhr Check- in at the hotel

18:30 Uhr Dinner at the hotel

Overnight at Hyatt Regency Yogyakarta or similar hotel

DAY 2 – timing may vary depending on actual flight details

Frühstück im Hotel

10:00 Uhr Check out and meet in the lobby

10:30 Uhr Transfer to the airport

12:00 Uhr Check-in for a flight to Bali

13:30 Uhr Fly from Yogyakarta to Bali (flight details TBA and subject to change)

15:05 Uhr Arrive in Bali, Customs and Immigration, collect luggage

16:00 Uhr Drive into northern Bali

20:30 Uhr Check in at the hotel

20:45 Uhr Dinner at the hotel

Overnight at Menjangan Dynasty or similar hotel

TAG 3

7:00 Uhr Frühstück im Hotel

08:00 Uhr Sail to snorkeling site off Menjangan Island

08:45 Uhr Snorkel and swim

10:45 Uhr Sail back to the hotel

11:30 Uhr Lunch at the hotel

Afternoon at leisure

Zeit und Ort für Ihr Abendessen können Sie selbst bestimmen.

Overnight at Menjangan Dynasty or similar hotel

TAG 4

07:00 Uhr Breakfast at the hotel and check-out

08:00 Uhr Drive to Banjar village

09:30 Uhr Explore Brahma Vihara Buddhist Temple

10:15 Uhr Drive to Bali Aga village

10:45 Uhr Visit Bali Aga village

11:30 Uhr Drive to a restaurant

12:15 Uhr Lunch at the restaurant

13:15 Uhr Depart for Twin Lake viewpoint

13:20 Uhr Photo stop at Twin Lake viewpoint

13:30 Uhr Drive to Ulun Danu temple

14:00 Uhr Visit Ulun Danu temple

14:30 Uhr Drive to the hotel

16:30 Uhr Check in at the hotel

19:00 Uhr Dinner at the hotel

Overnight at Andaz Bali or similar hotel

TAG 5

07:00 Uhr Breakfast at the hotel and check-out

08:45 Uhr Drive to Batubulan

09:30 Uhr Barong dance performance

10:30 Uhr Drive to Tampaksiring

23:30 Uhr Explore Gunung Kawi Temple

12:30 Uhr Drive to lunch venue

13:15 Uhr Lunch at Bebek Joni or similar venue

14:00 Uhr Drive to Balinese house compound

14:30 Uhr Visit the house compound

15:00 Uhr Drive to and visit Celuk village

15:45 Uhr Drive to and visit a batik factory

16:30 Uhr Drive to the port of Benoa

17:30 Uhr Arrive in Benoa and re-embark the ship

Voraussichtliches Wetter

Expect it to be quite hot. The average temperatures will be between 26 – 33 degrees Celsius; 79 — 91 degrees Fahrenheit.

Was Sie mitbringen sollten

Casual comfortable clothes, good walking shoes, a hat, umbrella, insect repellant, bathing suit and sunscreen.

Luggage allowance

TBA

Plan for one small carry on per person and one piece of checked luggage not to exceed 20 kg / 44 lbs.

Landeswährung

Indonesia Rupiah (IDR). U.S. dollars are widely accepted.

Stromspannung

220V. We suggest bringing your own universal travel adaptor for electronic devices.

Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has their own regulations)

1. Guests must obtain a doctor’s certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.

2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type).

3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at least one month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).

4. Failure to comply with the above regulations may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which the cruise line nor our local ground operator be responsible for.

5. Guests should bring with them on the flight any paperwork from their doctor and/or specific details that explain the type of device they are bringing on board. Each brand should have a website with paperwork that can be printed for flight.

Erforderliche Papiere und Visa

A passport that is valid at least 6 months after travel is required. Please check with your local embassy for any visa requirements for your nationality. This program takes place within Indonesia.

VERY IMPORTANT

The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas, if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase for this program otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.

Failure to have the required documents ahead of time will result in denial of travel and guests will have to pay for any expenses incurred in order to not proceed with the program.

The above information is subject to change and serves as a guide only. We would like to take this opportunity to remind all of our guests that it is the ultimate and sole responsibility of the guest to ensure they meet the entry requirements for each destination.

If traveling internationally, the countries you are flying to and/or connecting through may have different document requirements and as such we encourage you to visit the government and airport websites of every country you will be traveling to throughout the journey to familiarize yourself with their requirements.

Hotels

Hyatt Regency Yogyakarta

Jl. Palagan Tentara Pelajar, Panggung Sari, Sariharjo, Kec. Ngaglik, Kabupaten Sleman, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55581, Indonesia

Menjangan Dynasty Resort, Beach Glamping and Dive Centre

Pejarakan, Gerokgak, Buleleng Regency, Bali 81155, Indonesia

Andaz Bali

Jl. Danau Tamblingan No.89A, Sanur, Bali, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80228, Indonesia

* Eine Änderung der Hotels findet nur in unvorhergesehenen Fällen statt. If similar hotels are required they will be of equal ratings and standards and you will be notified of the change. Sofern Sie vor Abreise nicht über Änderungen informiert werden, wird die Übernachtung in einem der folgenden Hotels auf dieser Liste organisiert:

Das Programm für die Gäste enthält:

•1 night at the Hyatt Regency Yogyakarta or similar hotel - Garden View Room

•2 nights at the Menjangan Dynasty or similar hotel - One bedroom cliff tent villa

•1 night at the Andaz Bali or similar hotel – Pool view room

•Transfers including English- speaking guide

•All touring and entrances fee as per program itinerary

•Water on the tour busses

•Meals as indicated in the itinerary

•Economy-class flight from Yogyakarta to Bali

Nicht im Programm für die Gäste enthalten:

•Porterage

•Visa fees if required

•Hotel incidentals including mini bar, room service and laundry

• Trinkgelder für Fahrer und Fremdenführer

•Excess or overweight luggage fees on flights

Hinweis: Mehrtägige Landausflüge umfassen in der Regel ausgedehnte und längere Unternehmungen, während kürzere Ausflüge ein moderateres Programm bieten. Alle Programme sind jedoch verschieden, und die Teilnehmer sollten sich auf unterschiedliche Straßen- und Wegeverhältnisse einstellen, z. B.: Steigungen, Sand und Kies oder unbefestigte Wege. Gelegentlich wird auch Treppensteigen verlangt. Rollstuhlfahrer und Gäste mit eingeschränkter Mobilität wenden sich bitte im Voraus an die Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft und erkundigen sich, ob die gewünschten Ausflüge ganz oder nur teilweise für ihre individuelle Situation geeignet sind.

Alle Programme an Land sind beschränkt und gelten vorbehaltlich der Verfügbarkeit. Programme, bei denen nicht die Mindestanzahl an erforderlichen Teilnehmern erreicht wird, können gestrichen werden. Die aufgelisteten Preise unterliegen Änderungen aufgrund von unerwartet eintretenden Kostensteigerungen für Transport, Landprogramme und Währungsschwankungen.

Einmal erworben, ist der Preis garantiert und unterliegt keinen weiteren Änderungen. Mid-cruise overland programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Stornierungen, die 90 Tage oder weniger vor dem Abfahrtsdatum erfolgen, unterliegen einer Stornogebühr von 100 %.