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Java, Indonesia

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Java is Indonesia's most populous island and the cultural, political, and economic heartland of the country, home to the capital Jakarta as well as the ancient royal city of Yogyakarta. The island is renowned for its extraordinary concentration of historical and religious sites, including the UNESCO-listed Buddhist temple of Borobudur and the Hindu complex of Prambanan. Java's dramatic volcanic landscape — dominated by peaks such as Mount Bromo, Mount Semeru, and the Ijen Crater — draws trekkers and adventure travellers from around the world. Visitors also come for its vibrant arts scene, traditional Javanese cuisine, and as a gateway to exploring the wider Indonesian archipelago.

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Java, Indonesia · 8 days

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Highlights of Java: Temples & The Dieng Plateau — Self-Launched

Ditch the tour bus price tag and explore Java's volcanic plateaus, ancient temples, and colonial cities on your own terms. This self-launched itinerary mirrors G Adventures' classic Java route — Jakarta to Yogyakarta — swapping private group transport for public buses and trains, and guided hotel stays for quality guesthouses. You'll still visit Istiqlal Mosque, the Dieng Plateau's otherworldly craters, Gedong Songo Temple, and Semarang's Dutch colonial quarter — just at a fraction of the cost. Budget roughly £350–420 per person for the full 8 days, compared to ~£770 on the group tour.

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