Info about Indonesia
Planning on a trip to Indonesia – check this out
Indonesia is considered to be one of the largest as well as extensive groups of islands not just in Southeast Asia, but in the whole world. The total numbers of islands comprising Indonesia is around 17000. Travelers coming to Indonesia usually come on a limited time schedule. This is mainly due to the fact that once they come here; they find so much to visit as compared to what they had anticipated. A helpful advice here would be to take the aid of escorted tours or guides. This might be a little expensive; however, you are sure to visit all the places of interest if you hire one of them for your assistance. Visitors who choose to travel independently, that I, without the help of guides, will be able to get by with only a little expenditure, since accommodation here is much cheaper. Also, the public transportation system in Indonesia is not too efficient, and is very slow and frustrating at times. Mentioned here is a thirteen day itinerary that we have planned for you if you plan to take a vacation in Indonesia.
Day 1- Arrive in Jakarta
Day 2 – Make a stay in Jakarta
Day 3 – Board a flight for Yogyakarta
Day 4- Stay in Yogyakarta
Day 5 – Leave for Bali via flight
Day 6 and 7 – Stay in Bali
Day 8 – Fly off to Flores
Day 9 – Stay in Flores for a day
Day 10 – Board the flight to Sumatra (this will be via Denpasar, Bali)
Day 11 – Plan a stay in Sumatra for a day
Day 12 – Book a cruise tour (this will be a 1-day trip) to Lake Toba
Day 13 – Leave for Jakarta so that you can board the flight that will take you back home
However, if you do not have much time and are only interested in seeing the places in Bali, here is a sample eight day itinerary that we have planned for your help.
Day 1 – You should be arriving in Denpasar, Bali. You can plan an overnight stay in Nusa Dua, Sanur or Kuta. All these are excellent places to stay in and have the best hotel accommodations.
Day 2 – You could leave the next morning for Ubud, while making occasional stops at the various craft villages that are situated along the way. Strolling through the town and stopping to attend a dance performance in the evening is also a good way to see the cultural activities in Indonesia and have fun simultaneously.
Day 3 – You should be in Ubud. The best possible entertainment is to make your way through the adjacent sites and villages those are in and around the area.
Day 4 – After a complete day at Ubud, leaving to see the Lake and the Batur Volcano is good idea. You can rent a car and drive to these places. You can also visit the Mother Temple and Tirtagangaa. Ttitagangaa is famous for its royal baths. The night can be spent in Candidasa or in Tulamben.
Day 5 – The morning can be spent scuba diving or snorkeling in Tulamben. In the afternoon, you can depart for Lovina.
Day 6 – Lovina is famous for its view of dolphins.
Day 7 – Make your return journey for Nusa Dua, Sanur or Kuta.
Day 8 – The day can be spent either on the beach or shopping. There are a lot of temples that are worth visiting. With all these done, you can depart in the evening.