Island-hop volcanoes, rice terraces, and coral gardens of Indonesia
Visit Bali, Indonesia's famous island known for its vibrant culture and natural beauty. Explore the Uluwatu Temple (a sea cliff temple with traditional Kecak dance performances at sunset), see the Tegallalang Rice Terraces (stunning UNESCO-listed stepped rice paddies), relax at Kuta Beach (popular for surfing and sunsets), and visit the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary in Ubud (home to hundreds of long-tailed macaques and ancient temples).
Explore the rich biodiversity and cultural diversity of Borneo, the world's third largest island shared by Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei
See the Kawah Ijen volcano in Indonesia, famous for its blue flames and turquoise crater lake
See the world's largest lizards in their natural habitat
Experience world's largest Buddhist temple in Java
Visit Yogyakarta, a cultural hub in Indonesia. Explore the UNESCO-listed Borobudur Temple (the world's largest Buddhist temple with intricate reliefs), see the Hindu Prambanan Temple complex (9th-century structures with towering spires), and wander through the Kraton (the Sultan's palace with Javanese architecture and cultural exhibits).
Try salak, a tropical fruit with a unique snake-like skin and sweet-tart flavor, native to Indonesia.
Visit Bandung, the capital of West Java in Indonesia. Explore the Art Deco architecture along Jalan Braga (historic street with colonial-era buildings), hike to the active Tangkuban Perahu volcano (with steaming craters and panoramic views), shop for local crafts and textiles at Pasar Baru (traditional market known for batik and souvenirs), and try Sundanese cuisine like nasi timbel (rice wrapped in banana leaf) at a local warung.
Visit Jakarta, the bustling capital of Indonesia. Explore the National Monument (Monas, a 132-meter tower symbolizing independence), wander through Kota Tua (the Old Town with Dutch colonial buildings and museums like Fatahillah Museum), and sample local street food like soto betawi (Jakarta's signature beef soup) at Glodok market. Don't miss the Istiqlal Mosque, the largest in Southeast Asia, and the modern shopping and entertainment hub of Grand Indonesia.
See sunrise over Mount Bromo, an active volcano in East Java, Indonesia
Learn Indonesian, the lingua franca of Southeast Asia
Visit Surabaya, Indonesia's second-largest city. Explore the historic Heroes Monument (Monumen Tugu Pahlawan) commemorating the Battle of Surabaya, see the House of Sampoerna (a museum in a Dutch colonial-era building showcasing the clove cigarette industry), stroll through the vibrant Pasar Atom market for local snacks and textiles, and visit the Cheng Ho Mosque (a unique Chinese-style mosque honoring the 15th-century admiral).
Summit Puncak Jaya, the highest peak in Indonesia and Oceania at 4,884 meters.
Papeda is a traditional porridge made from sago starch, a staple food of the Maluku and Papua regions in Indonesia. It has a sticky, glue-like texture and is typically served with yellow tuna or mubara fish cooked in yellow turmeric broth, and often accompanied by young cassava leaves (daun singkong) and sambal. Eating papeda with your hands, rolling it around a traditional fork called a garpu, is a unique cultural experience that connects you to the culinary heritage of eastern Indonesia.
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