If you're planning to stay for 3-weeks in Indonesia, the most recommended places to visit are Jakarta, Mount Bromo, Mount Ijen, Yogyakarta, Bali, and Lombok. Jakarta is a dynamic city filled with art spaces that house contemporary artworks by local and international artists. It also has old colonial buildings which are repurposed as cafes and 3-Day Excursion to Mount Bromo and Ijen Crater from Bali; 6) Guide or No Guide. If you are either taking your own private driver to Ijen or you are planning on heading there on your own, you will need to decide whether or not you will want to hire a guide to take you up and down the volcano (a tour option will have one included already for you Our private tours offer a unique and personalized way to experience the breathtaking beauty of Mt Bromo, this volcanic wonder in East Java, Indonesia. Whether you're an adventure seeker, a photography enthusiast, or simply looking for a serene escape, our Mt Bromo private tours are tailored to cater to your preferences and interests in Indonesia. See the best of Java without having to worry about planning and getting around on a stress-free 5-day tour that takes care of transport, accommodation, guides, and activities—you simply relax and enjoy it. You'll see the best of Javanese culture and history—including Borobudur, Yogyakarta, Ijen Crater, and Mt. Bromo—before finishing in Bali. During your Bali Trip, we recommend a visit to Banyuwangi as part of your itinerary so you can explore the area including a climb to Mt Ijen. Banyuwangi is in East Java and extremely close to North/West Bali. It's so close in fact that you can literally take a ferry from Bali to reach East Java! Table of Contents Getting to Banyuwangi from Bali Mount Bromo and Mount Ijen are two very active volcanoes in East Java, Indonesia. A multi-day tour to visit these epic volcanoes is an adventure not to be missed when traveling to Indonesia! DAY 1: BALI TO EAST JAVA. Pick up in a minivan from Seminyak, Bali, and then a 4-hour drive to Gillimanuk, the port in West Bali. This is where the Ijen volcano in East Java contains the world's largest acidic volcanic crater lake, called Kawah Ijen, famous for its turquoise color. The active crater measuring 950x600 m is known for its rich sulphur deposits which are being quarried. From Krakatau to Bali. 16-day study and photo tour to Java, Indonesia. more info. 16 days / 15 nights Other Package YOGYAKARTA (By Train) - BROMO - IJEN CRATER - BALI (3D2N) Upon your arrival around 5:00 AM, our local team will help you navigate the best viewpoints on Setumbu Hill, Setumbu Hill is not a difficult hike, the trek takes about 10 minutes from the parking place, and you should reach the viewpoint just before sunrise. Mount Ijen is famous for its beautiful blue lake. The acidity gives it that vibrant color - the lake is actually the largest highly acidic lake in the world! The hike up is challenging but so, so worth it. The views from the caldera rim are unparalleled! The hike up is about 3km (2 miles) and took us an hour and a half. Day 14: Sunrise Trek to Mount Ijen, Ferry to Pemuteran, Bali The blue flames of Mount Ijen. Rise before dawn today for your climb to the top of Mount Ijen's crater, where you'll be rewarded with a breathtaking view of the sunrise washing over the valley and sea below. Ijen is famous for its blue flames, caused by burning sulfur found inside the P95H.