Our Java holidays & tours
To go to Java is to see Indonesia at work – this is the most populous island on Earth, with over 150 million people living chaotic city lives. But Java’s long ridge of volcanoes rise from the crowds to the clouds and hint at a different side to the island. For Java has astonishing natural beauty, too, whether you’re exploring rice paddies of technicolour vividity, or the calderas and volcanoes of Bromo National Park. Our Java holidays show that you shouldn’t dismiss this busy island. There’s plenty to see, and plenty of ways to benefit local nature and communities as you travel – whether that’s using local guides, grabbing a tuk tuk or employing a Javanese driver, stopping at food stalls or cycling to visit rural villages.
Our top Java holidays
Java and Bali holiday in Indonesia
From
£2690
14 days
ex flights
An adventurous tailor-made journey through Java, Indonesia
Tailor made
Bali and Java holiday in Indonesia
From
£1380 to £2325
14 days
ex flights
Discover the best of Java and Bali
Small group2026: 6 Sep, 27 Sep, 11 Oct, 2027: 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 16 May, 30 May, 13 Jun, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 5 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 10 Oct
Indonesia highlights holidays
From
£4290
17 days
ex flights
Experience the diversity of the Indonesian islands
Tailor made
Java to Bali 12 day tour
From
£1925 to £1975
12 days
ex flights
Ancient Temples, Towering Volcanoes and Vibrant Street Life
Small group2026: 12 Sep, 10 Oct, 14 Nov, 12 Dec, 2027: 16 Jan, 13 Mar, 10 Apr
Java and Lombok 11 day tour
From
£2190
11 days
ex flights
Explore culture, natural wonders & beaches of Java & Lombok
Tailor made
Indonesia cycling holiday, Bali and Java
From
£2159 to £2899
13 days
ex flights
Explore some of the quieter parts of the islands of Bali & Java
Small group2026: 12 Aug, 6 Sep, 16 Sep, 2027: 8 May, 19 May, 5 Jun, 16 Jun, 3 Jul, 14 Jul, 5 Aug, 11 Aug, 4 Sep, 15 Sep
Jakarta to Bali by train holiday
From
£2745
13 days
ex flights
Discover Java by rail and relax on Balinese beaches
Small group2026: 26 Sep, 2027: 29 May, 25 Sep
Java off the beaten track tour
From
US $2477
9 days
ex flights
Experience Java through connection, culture, and community
Small group2027: 10 Apr
Small group2026: 11 Sep
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Java map & highlights
Both tailor made and small group holidays take in Java, typically combining it with the neighbouring island of Bali or, on longer, three week Indonesia highlights holidays, Sumatra and Flores, too. These longer trips use a flight from Sumatra to Java, and sometimes to Bali and Flores, too. You can also catch a ferry from Ketapang Harbour on Java to Bali, a journey of around 30-45 minutes across the Java Strait. Small group trips rely on a mix of private minibuses and sometimes trains to travel around, while tailor made trips typically include a private car and driver.
Borobudur
1. Borobudur
Borobudur is the largest Buddhist temple complex in the world, built in the 8th and 9th centuries from two million blocks of stone. It’s best viewed in the early morning, before the crowds arrive, and with the enigmatic temples, statues and stupas rising above the mist and surrounding forest. Follow the route of ancient pilgrims, circling the mandala-shaped structure from the early realms towards Nirvana.
Ijen Volcano
2. Ijen Volcano
The Ijen Volcano has a one-kilometre wide turquoise-coloured acidic lake in its crater, surrounded by sulphur mines. Hike up before daybreak and you can see the blue fire created by the hot, ignited sulfuric gas, before enjoying views of the 200m deep lake and its steaming water. Local miners may pass you on the trail, carrying blocks of sulphur weighing up to 70kg.
Jakarta
3. Jakarta
This is Indonesia’s capital, a lively, confident and diverse city. Beyond the glitzy malls, swanky hotels and traffic clogged streets lies layers of history, laid down by Dutch, Portuguese and Chinese traders, visible in Chinatown and Batavia, the one-time capital of the Dutch East Indies. People flock here from all over Indonesia, contributing to the city’s vibrant and ever growing food and coffee scene.
Mount Bromo
4. Mount Bromo
With its perfectly shaped cinder cone, Mount Bromo in the Tengger Massif is Java’s most photogenic volcano. Rising to 2,329m, Bromo is still active but unless it’s rumbling you can hike up, a trek of 45 minutes. Get up early to watch sunrise over the sea of sand, the plain surrounding Bromo, and bring a scarf to cover your nose and mouth – it’s very dusty here.
Seloliman Nature Reserve
5. Seloliman Nature Reserve
This peaceful reserve lies on the slopes of the sacred Penanggungan volcano. Reserve staff can take you on a guided walk to learn about the flora and fauna, traditional farming methods, herbal medicine and rice production. Tuck into an organic meal at the Seloliman Environmental Education Centre and stay in its accommodation – a great way to appreciate the mountain scenery by starlight.
Yogyakarta
6. Yogyakarta
Abbreviated to Yogya (pronounced ‘Jogja’), Yogyakarta is the cultural heart of Java and also a thriving hub, home to more than three million people. Its 18th century palace complex is still inhabited by Yogya’s sultan and has several open air pavilions that host gamelan music shows. From here, you can reach two exceptional temples, the Buddhist Borobudur and Prambanan, the largest Hindu complex in Java.
Our Java holidays reviews
4.7
18Java holidays reviews
Eliza Snow11 Jun 2026
Fabulous and memorable. Very well paced, very well organized, someone always there to pick us up or guide us as needed. So FUN!read more
Arch Kaminickas23 Jun 2026
Saw wonderful sights without tourist hordes.read more
Kholoud Porter19 Apr 2026
Seeing Komodo dragons on Pinca and Komodo islands was the highlight.read more
Hayley Muir22 Sep 2025
8/10, very enjoyable and stress free. Saw a lot in a short time while also feeling relaxing.read more
