Bali (Benoa)

Experience the Javanese culture by visiting landmarks such as Borobudur temple and Yogyakarta Palace, exploring a traditional village, watching a Ramayana ballet and riding the train to Surabaya to see its spectacular highlights.

Special Note: Due to the nature of this program it is not recommended for guests with mobility restrictions. 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 – February 10, 2026

Disembark in Benoa, meet your guide and drive to the airport for a flight to Yogyakarta.

Upon arriving in Yogyakarta, you will transfer to the Sheraton Mustika Hotel Jogjakarta for check in, stopping for an Indonesian dinner along the way.

Note: Eat a hearty lunch before departure.

DAY 2 – February 11, 2026

Following breakfast at the hotel, you will visit the courtyard of Borobudur, the largest Buddhist temple in Indonesia. The name Borobudur is believed to have been derived from Sanskrit, meaning the “Buddhist monastery on the hill.”

Built in three tiers during the 8th and 9th centuries, the temple was abandoned for centuries and lay hidden under layers of volcanic ash. It was rediscovered in the early 19th century by English military engineers, but it wasn’t until the 1970s that a massive restoration took place with the help of UNESCO.

After beholding the wonders of this archaeological site, you will dine at the Manohara Hotel in the temple complex.

You will then drive to Omah Kecebong, a traditional village that lends great insight into the Javanese lifestyle. To become even more immersed in the culture, you can change into a provided Javanese costume, if you wish. It makes for a great photo opportunity.

As you ride through Omah Kecebong in an open-air VW car that holds just three passengers, you will enjoy uninterrupted views of the village and the rice paddies that surround it.

Dinner will be served at the hotel later that evening.

DAY 3 – February 12, 2026

Following breakfast at the hotel, you will visit the Sultan Palace, also known as Yogyakarta Palace. Considered to be the cultural hub of Yogyakarta, the grand palace complex was constructed between two rivers to protect it against flooding. The setting of this royal palace is quite atmospheric and evokes images of life centuries ago.

Nearby, you will find Tamansari Water Castle, which occupies the site of the palace’s former gardens and the sultan’s hunting grounds. Built in the mid-18th century, its highlights include a bathing complex, pavilions and several lakes.

Lunch at the restaurant Sekar Kedhaton follows, after which you will visit Kota Gede, a suburb of Yogyakarta. Its maze of narrow streets is lined with shops, particularly those for batik textiles and silversmiths. While browsing, you will likely see the artisans making high-quality arts and crafts.

Upon returning to the hotel, you will have time to freshen up before dinner at the restaurant Rama Shinta Garden Resto, which is located in the shadow of the Prambanan Temple. As a special treat, you will watch a highly stylized Ramayana ballet show. Usually performed without dialogue, it tells the epic story of a prince who must rescue his kidnapped wife with the help of an army of monkeys.

DAY 4 – February 13, 2026

After an early-morning check out from the hotel, you will transfer to the Tugu train station for your escorted train ride to Surabaya. Along the way, you may dine on the breakfast box that the hotel provided.

Upon arriving in Surabaya, you will enjoy lunch at the Layar Seafood Restaurant.

During the introductory drive around the city, you will see highlights such as Chinatown, the Old Quarter, and the historical Jembatan Merah or Red Bridge, where the Battle of Surabaya begin in 1945. In time, you will stop in the Kampung Arab quarter to explore its bazaar-style market on your own.

Afterwards, you will check into the Hotel Majapahit Surabaya or a similar hotel for the evening. Dinner will be on your own.

Day 5 – February 14, 2026

After breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will transfer to the Juanda Airport for a flight to Singapore. The guide will not accompany you on the flight but will assist with check in.

Once you land in Singapore and pass through Customs and Immigration, a representative will meet you for the transfer to the port, where you will re-board the cruise ship.

Land Program Step by Step

The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. 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. Direct flights are never guaranteed. Final itineraries with the most up-to-date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.

DAY 1

1:30pm Eat lunch on board, disembark at Benoa Port, meet your guide

2:00pm Transfer to Ngurah Rai International Airport (Domestic Terminal)

2:20pm Arrive at the airport and check in for a flight to Jogjakarta

4:40pm Fly from Benoa to Jogjakarta (flight details TBA and subject to change)

5:05pm Arrive in Jogjakarta

Transfer to a local restaurant for an Indonesian dinner

Drive to your hotel and check-in

TBA Overnight at Sheraton Mustika Hotel Jogjakarta or similar hotel

DAY 2

AM Breakfast at your hotel

9:00am Drive to Borobudur Temple

10:30am Visit Borobudur Temple

12:30pm Lunch at Manohara Hotel or similar venue

1:30pm Drive to Omah Kecebong

2:30pm Village tour in VW car

5:00pm Drive back to your hotel

7:00pm Dinner will be served at your hotel

Overnight at Sheraton Mustika Hotel Jogjakarta or similar hotel

DAY 3

AM Breakfast at your hotel

9:00am Drive to Sultan Palace

9:30am Arrive at Sultan Palace

10:00am Visit Sultan Palace

11:00am Drive to Taman Sari Water Castle

11:15am Visit Taman Sari Water Castle

12:30pm Drive to Sekar Kedaton Restaurant or similar venue

1:00pm Lunch

2:00pm Drive to Kota Gede

2:30pm Visit Kota Gede

3:30pm Return to your hotel, time to freshen up

5:30pm Drive to Prambanan

6:30pm Dinner

7:30pm Enjoy the Ramayana Ballet performance

9:30pm Drive back to hotel

Overnight at Sheraton Mustika Hotel Jogjakarta or similar hotel

DAY 4

5:00am Check out, breakfast boxes provided

5:30am Depart for the train station

5:45am Arrive at the train station

6:45am Train to Surabaya

11:00am Meet and greet

11:15am Drive to local restaurant

11:45am Lunch at Layar Seafood Restaurant or similar venue

1:00pm Orientation drive around Surabaya City (Chinatown, Old Quarter, Jembatan Merah)

2.30pm Drive to Kampung Arab

3:00pm Explore Kampung Arab

3:45pm Drive to hotel

Dinner on your own

Overnight at Majapahit Hotel or similar hotel

DAY 5

AM Breakfast at your hotel

TBA Transfer to the airport for a flight to Singapore

10:15am Fly from Surabaya to Singapore (flight details TBA and subject to change)

1:25pm Arrive in Singapore

TBA Go through Customs and Immigration

TBA Meet representative outside the baggage claim area and transfer to the port

TBA Arrive at the port and re-embark the ship

Expected Weather

It will be hot and humid. The average temperatures will be between 26 – 33 degrees Celsius; 79 — 91 degrees Fahrenheit.

What to Bring

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

Local Currency

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

Electricity

220V. Bring your own 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.

Luggage Allowance

The luggage weight limit allowed on the domestic flights is 20 kg (44 lbs) per person and the hand-carried weight allowance is 7 kg (15 lbs) per person. Any overweight or excess luggage is the responsibility of each guest.

Documents and Visa Requirements

A passport that is valid at least 6 months after travel is required. This program starts in Bali and ends with the group flying into Singapore. Please check with your local embassy for any visa requirements for your nationality for these countries.

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. It is the ultimate and sole responsibility of the guest to ensure that 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

Sheraton Mustika Hotel Jogjakarta

Jl. Laksda Adisucipto No.KM.8, RW.7, Nayan, Maguwoharjo, Kec. Depok, Kabupaten Sleman, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55282, Indonesia

Phone: +62 274 488588

Majapahit Hotel Surabaya

Tunjungan St No.65, Genteng, Surabaya, East Java 60275, Indonesia

Phone: +62 31 5454333

*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required they will be of equal ratings and standards and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.

Program Includes for guests:

Three nights at Sheraton Mustika Hotel or similar – Deluxe room

One night at Majapahit Hotel Surabaya or similar hotel – Classic Heritage room

4 breakfasts

3 lunches and 3 dinners including water, coffee or tea and a soft drink

English-speaking guides

Local English-speaking tour escort while in Indonesia

All touring and entrances fee as per program itinerary

Daily chilled refreshments on bus

Economy-class flights per the itinerary

Executive-class train to Surabaya

Program Excludes for guests:

Any meals or beverages not listed above

Hotel incidentals including laundry, room service, minibar

Gratuities for drivers and guides

Excess or overweight luggage fees on flights and train

Any visa fees if required

Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, gravel and natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.

All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations.

Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Mid-cruise overland programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty.