Transport

Søk & reserver billetter til buss, tog og ferger. Sjekk priser på alle våre mange transport alternativer og sjekk ut unik buss & tog pass over hele verden

Transfer

Søk & reserver transfers over hele verden. Unn deg litt komfort ved ankomst og reserver smidig og trygg transport til ditt bestemmelsessted med våre mange samarbeidspartnere over hele verden →

Show search

Cruise & seiling

Søk & reserver cruise og seile opplevelser over hele verden. Opplev verden fra dekket på at av våre mange alternativ. Her finner du alt fra verdens ikoniske elver, seile opplevelser, ekspedisjonscruise og tradisjonelle cruise →

Show search

Leiebil

Få friheten og muligheten til å utforske din drømmereise i ditt eget tempo. Her finner du gunstige priser om du er på forretningsreise, planlegger en «road trip» i USA, Australia og Afrika eller bare trenger egnet transport i en kortere periode

Show search

Fly & Drive

Friheten med å utforske verden på egenhånd passer utmerket for en rekke reisemål i verden. Med vårt verktøy kan du lett finne de beste leiebilløsninger, bobilutleie og til og med leie av motorsykkel mo du vil gjennomføre noen av de legendariske veistrekningene i verden. ¨ Benytt deg av vårt interaktive kart og sett sammen den perfekte rundreisen.

Show search

Tema & Gruppereiser

Oppdag vår spennende verden med gruppe og temareiser til over 177 land og territorier. Oppdag populære og obskure reisemål, bisarre festivaler, dyreopplevelser og aktive reiser. Her finner du reiseforslag for alle interesser og ønsker med bryllupsreiser, sol & bad til ukjente strender og ekstreme ekspedisjoner for den eventyrlystne eller for familien. Se alle våre reiser her

Show search

Utflukter

Oppdag ukjente sider i noen av verdens mest kjente byer og utforsk nye steder. Bli med oss og oppdag nye sider i kanskje kjente byer. Vi gir deg alt fra fantastiske matopplevelser og gatekunst til ikoniske landemerker og tradisjonelle utflukter. Se alle våre utflukter →

Show search

Hotel & Overnatting

Finn ditt favoritt hotell eller leilighet over hele verden. Vi gir deg muligheten til å bestille ditt drømmeopphold og velg mellom en mengde ulike leverandører for å garantere best mulig tilgang og pris. Bestill ditt bosted →

Show search

Skreddersy din reise

Vi er alle individualister og av og til passer det best å utforske verden i eget tempo. Her finner du forslag til bryllupsreiser, eksotiske strender og ukjente tropiske øyer, dykkereiser og tusenvis av skreddersydde reiseforslag. Se alle reiseforslagene →

Eventbilletter

Planlegg reisen og få med deg konserter, sportsarrangement og inngangsbilletter. Unngå å miste ditt favoritt band på konsert eller lange køer til inngang på severdigheter. Bestill heller dine billetter på forhånd. Bestill billetter her →

Annon Informasjon

Enhver reise krever nøye planlegging og vi har samlet en del informasjon som kan gjøre reiseforberedelsene litt enklere. Har du en riktig forsikring til den reisen og formålet med reisen dekker? Har du sjekket visumregler?

Tour Details

Cycling Indonesia's Islands

Cycle through rural Bali and eastern Java on roads and dirt tracks

BOOK THIS TRIP SEND REQUEST

Tour Code : MOI

The journey is provided by

Destinations :

Tour Starts : Ubud

Tour Ends : Canggu

Group Size : 4 - 16

Ages : 16+

Activity :

13 days from

NOK 31 715

Overview

Cycle through rural Bali and eastern Java on roads and dirt tracks

Active volcanoes tower over rice paddies and coffee plantations. Jungles fringe tropical beaches on the edge of coral-rich waters. Village and temples dot the landscape where age-old traditions are still followed today. This is the backdrop through which we cycle up to craters and down to fishing villages, along asphalt roads and rainforest trails. On two wheels we explore some of the quieter parts of the islands of Bali and Java uncovering a patchwork of sights, sounds and smells.

Highlights

Cycle through rice paddies, jungles and plantations
Ride up and down volcanoes and through villages
Discover the islands of Bali and Java

Key Information

9 days cycling with 90% vehicle support
Group normally 4 to 16, plus local leader
10 nights hotel, 1 night homestay and 1 night camping

Included

12 breakfasts, 10 lunches and three dinners
Accommodation
Local bike hire

Not included

Travel insurance
Single accommodation
Visas and vaccinations

Itinerary

Show All

Day 1: Start Ubud
Those making their own way to Bali can arrive at any time on the first day. Those on the scheduled group flights normally arrive in Ubud during the afternoon. The bustling town of Ubud is Bali’s cultural heartland set amongst the hills and rice paddies of the island’s interior. This afternoon there will be time to relax and explore the town's temples, shops and cafes though we will go through the bike fitting to make sure all is in order before we start riding tomorrow. There will be a briefing this evening with your leader about the trip. Sri Ratih Cottages / Ananda Cottages or similar
Day 2: Cycle through rice paddies, villages and temples
We have our first ride today as we explore the area north of Ubud across rice fields, villages and temples. After arriving to the Tampaksiring Village area, we explore Tirta Empul, a temple known for its sacred waters where Balinese come to bathe at least once a year in a ritual of cleansing dedicated to Vishnu. The final leg will take us along back roads to the lesser-known temple of Pengukur-Ukur where we can enjoy a refreshment before returning to Ubud. Sri Ratih Cottages / Ananda Cottages or similar
Day 3: Cycle to Batur Volcano; afternoon mountain bike descent
Starting with a ride along the rice terraces we continue by slowly climbing up the road to the Kintamani Plantations area and beyond to the crater rim of Batur Volcano. This is a tough climb so after about 20kms we regroup for an extra briefing about the steep climb. If the steep climb is too challenging this is a good place to jump in the support vehicle up to the restaurant where we have lunch. Weather permitting we get stunning views of one of Bali’s bigger volcanic lakes. After lunch we have a short, sharp descent to the base of the volcano where our hotel is located. From here you have the option to relax at the hotel or spend the afternoon cycling off road on narrow, sandy trails. The final part of the trail crosses the most recent lava field and there is ample opportunity to get up close to the volcano and the strange moonscapes it has created. Segara Hotel or similar
Day 4: Ride to Ponjok Batu Temple and Lovina coast
After a short transfer to the western rim of Batur’s caldera we start our day’s cycling up and down hills along small roads, crossing villages and plantations towards Bali’s northwest coast. As we cycle through the villages of Bondalem, Tianyar and Kubu we observe the everyday life of local people. From here we enjoy a refreshment on the beach before continuing along flat roads to Ponjok Batu, a temple complex built of black stone, facing the ocean. We finally pass through Singaraja town before reaching our destination in the Lovina. From here it’s a short transfer to our hotel in Bedugul. Strawberry Hill Hotel or similar
Day 5: A day cycling, monkey forests, twin lakes, Buddhist monasteries and hot springs
Our day starts with a short ride up to ‘Monkey Forest’ (it is possible to have a transfer to the top of the hill). From here we enjoy the view of the twin lake before continuing downhill for the rest of the day with stunning views across Bali’s north coast. We visit Bali’s only Buddhist monastery, Bhrama Arama Vihara and the nearby Banjar Hot Springs where we can spend some time relaxing in the open air pools. After lunch we cycle along the coast to our beach-front hotel in Pemuteran. The rest of the day is free. Adi Assri Beach Cottage or similar
Day 6: Pedal to the harbour; snorkel around Menjangan Island; transfer to Java
After an optional cycle or short transfer to Labuan Luang harbour we board a local boat and head for Menjangan Island. Meaning ‘Deer Island’, Pulau Menjangan is within the marine reserve of Bali Barat National Park and is renowned for its coral gardens and tropical fish. There is the opportunity to go snorkelling as well as the option to go diving (at an extra cost). After lunch we can freshen up before transferring to Gilimanuk Harbour where we catch the ferry across to Ketapang Harbour in Java. From here it’s about a 3 hour drive to Bondowoso. Ijen View hotel or similar
Day 7: Cycle up the slopes of Ijen Volcano; optional sunset hike
Today is definitely the most challenging day as we cycle up the slopes of Ijen Volcano gaining around 1,500m in elevation. Our route starts gently along flat asphalt until we reach the base of the volcano and start climbing through coffee plantations along some steep sections on partially-broken asphalt roads. We will take our time on this climb, enjoying the scenery and will be having a light lunch en route. We will regroup after about 20kms before the steepest part of the climb. Those who feel this next section may be too strenuous may want to jump in the support vehicle for this section as it is definitely harder than normal for a moderately graded trip. Of course it is possible to attempt the climb and still join the support vehicle a little way further up if needed. The support vehicle will be available at any time if the cycling becomes too strenuous. On the way we stop to visit one of Indonesia’s largest coffee plantations before eventually ending our ride in the remote village of Jampit Catimor. Here we will be spending the night in a local homestay with basic amenities located within a colonial building on a coffee plantation. Jampit Catimor Homestay
Day 8: Early morning trek to the crater rim; later cycle off the volcano to Ketapang
Getting up very early, whilst still dark, we trek to the top of Ijen crater along a wide, packed-dirt 3kms long path. At the top is a large crater lake surrounded by sulphur mines and, as we hike in the dark, we should be able to see the blue fire created by the hot sulphur seeping out of the crater. After sunrise we have time to enjoy views of the lake which is 200m deep and is filled with steaming, acidic water. We should also witness local miners as they collect and carry sulphur blocks weighing up to 70kgs out of the crater. Please note that poor trail conditions and toxic fumes means that it is too dangerous to climb down into the crater. After returning to camp we get back on the bikes and ride down to our hotel in Ketapang in time for lunch. The afternoon is free to relax after the very early start this morning. Ketapang Indah Hotel or similar
Day 9: Cycle through jungle and plantations to the fishing village at Meru Betiri National Park
Following a transfer to the start of today’s bike ride we get on the saddle and head into the jungle. Our trail through the rainforest is about 10km long and eventually gives way to an asphalt/broken surface through coffee, cacao and rubber plantations. We continue to Rajewesi Beach, the gateway to Meru Betiri National Park. The beach is a fisherman village where we can see locals disembarking the day’s catch. Tonight we camp on the beach, camping equipment (tents, mats, sleeping bags) is included and there is a basic block with toilets and cold showers. Camping
Day 10: Ride along jungle trails to the beach at Pulau Merah; free time to relax on the beach; transfer to Ketapang
On our final day of cycling we continue along jungle trails following the coast towards Pulau Merah. Along the way we visit Green Bay with views of another hidden beach in east Java. Today's final ride is mostly on flat elevation with few rolling hills. We should arrive at Pulau Merah around lunch time where the early afternoon is free to explore the village, go for a swim or just relax before transferring (approx. 2 hours) to our hotel in Ketapang where we will spend our last night on Java. Ketapang Indah Hotel or similar
Day 11: Transfer by ferry and bus back to Bali to Canggu
After a relaxed start to the morning, we drive 15 minutes back to Ketapang Harbour in time for our ferry (30-45 minutes) to Gilimanuk on the island of Bali. From here it is about a 4 hours drive (with a stop for lunch along the way) to Canggu where we spend the next two nights. Grand Balisani Suites or similar
Day 12: Free day to relax on the beach or explore the area around Canggu and Seminyak
Canggu is a popular stretch of beach along the south coast of Bali and a great place to relax after 10 days cycling up and down volcanoes and through jungles and plantations. The day is free to relax or explore the area around Canggu and Seminyak, take part in optional activities or go out on the water. Grand Balisani Suites or similar
Day 13: End Canggu
Trip ends this morning after breakfast. Those on the group flights will be taken to the airport in Denpasar in time for their flight home.

Photos

Important Information

The trip destination

9 days cycling with 90% vehicle support
Group normally 4 to 16, plus local leader
10 nights hotel, 1 night homestay and 1 night camping

Food

12 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 3 dinners are included. Indonesian cuisine is generally fairly simple, with rice as the main staple, though noodles are also common, accompanied by dishes created with various spices including coriander, cloves and chilies as well as coconut and lemon grass. Fish, unsurprisingly is popular but other meats are also common. Peanut based dishes such as sate or gado gado are also common on Indonesian tables (if you have a peanut allergy make sure to inform us before hand and to inform your tour leader). Food is often spicy but you can generally avoid the spicier food if you wish. Western food is available in Ubud and Canggu, though it is well worth trying the local cuisine. Quite often tea or water (aqua) is drunk with a meal. Beer is often not cold and coffee is unfiltered and usually very sugary. On some days we will have a packed lunch as we cycle. Vegetarian food is available in Indonesia, however the concept of vegetarianism can be misunderstood so if you are a vegetarian please be clear and state that you don't eat meat, chicken or fish. Please advise at time of booking if you have any dietary requirements. Snacks and local fruit will be provided when cycling but you may want to bring your own snacks from home as well.

Weather

Indonesia has an equatorial monsoon climate with the weather remaining similar throughout the year. It is hot and humid; temperatures range from 23-33ºC during the day and rarely drop below 20ºC at night. In the mountains, temperatures are much cooler and on the coast sea breezes usually keep temperatures comfortable. In most parts of Indonesia the long rainy season falls between late October and early May, though rain occurs throughout the year. Rain tends to come in sudden tropical downpours.

Is this trip for you?

This trip is rated Activity Level 3 (Moderate) and classified Road.

Nine days of cycling

Average: 31mi (50km) per day

Average daily distance: 31mi (50km)

90% vehicle support

Terrain and route: This trip is graded as moderate as the vast majority of the rides are moderate with mostly flat terrain. There are, however, two potentially very challenging days. The harder rides include the ride to the top of Batur volcano (day 3) and, especially, on the ride going up Mt. Ijen (Day 7). The daily elevations are listed on each trip day so you can be the judge of your ability here.

There is, however, always the opportunity to jump in the bus at any point if necessary so there is no pressure to complete these two rides. The trip is 85% tarmac, 15% dirt tracks. The sealed sections vary in condition from relatively smooth asphalt to partially broken stone. The dirt tracks can be muddy if it has recently rained. Most of the roads are fairly quiet but you should be comfortable riding in traffic as we approach some towns. There is vehicle support on most rides, including the harder mountain rides, however there may not be vehicle support on a couple shorter rides on days 9 and 10. The heat and humidity can also make some of the rides tougher.

The trip ventures into some of the lesser visited areas of East Java as well as West Bali where the accommodation can be more basic, in particular when we stay with a local family where there are squat toilets and bucket showers for one night only. When travelling in some areas of the country, service may not be as fast or reliable as you are used to in other countries and Indonesian attitudes towards certain things such as animal welfare and food may differ from your own. That said, if you come ready for an experience the country's rewards will not fail to deliver. There are some vehicle transfers but journey times are usually 1-3 hours maximum apart from when transferring from Ketapang in Java to Canggu in Bali which is a longer journey by ferry and private minibus.

Prices / Dates

By accepting our offer in writing, you/you confirm that our terms and conditions have both been read and understood and that cancellation fees may apply if the trip is cancelled.

Please enter the number of travelers:

Adult

Children

BOOK THIS TRIP

AVAILABLE DATES	PRICE (1 ADULT)	PRICE (1 CHILDREN)	Single room supplement	TRAVEL STATUS
Sun, 12 May 2024 / Fri, 24 May 2024	NOK 31 715	On request	NOK 5 175	Available
Sun, 16 Jun 2024 / Fri, 28 Jun 2024	NOK 31 715	On request	NOK 5 175	Available
Sun, 04 Aug 2024 / Fri, 16 Aug 2024	NOK 32 400	On request	NOK 5 175	Available
Sun, 15 Sep 2024 / Fri, 27 Sep 2024	NOK 31 715	On request	NOK 5 175	Available

AVAILABLE DATES	PRICE (1 ADULT)	PRICE (1 CHILDREN)	SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT	TRAVEL STATUS
Sun, 12 May 2024 / Fri, 24 May 2024	NOK 31 715	On request	NOK 5 175	On request
Sun, 16 Jun 2024 / Fri, 28 Jun 2024	NOK 31 715	On request	NOK 5 175	On request
Sun, 04 Aug 2024 / Fri, 16 Aug 2024	NOK 32 400	On request	NOK 5 175	On request
Sun, 15 Sep 2024 / Fri, 27 Sep 2024	NOK 31 715	On request	NOK 5 175	On request

We will get back to you with an offer on the requested trip / package within 48 hours. All offers are non-binding and are usually valid for 7 days. Please note that reserved services can be canceled within these 7 days and that price may change until a final order is received.

SEND REQUEST

BOOK THIS TRIP SEND REQUEST