1 Week in Indonesia - 5 Luxury Itinerary Ideas

Itinerary #1: Luxury Discovery of Java's Hidden Cultures: Jakarta & Magelang

Combining fine dining, magnificent temples, and exclusive local-led experiences, this weeklong luxury tour is an excellent choice for travelers eager to take a deep dive into Javanese culture. Starting in Jakarta, you'll dine at top-tier restaurants celebrated for their modern Indonesian cuisine. Then, spend your remaining days in the hillside city of Magelang, visiting the temples of Borobudur and Prambanan, joining locals for a fascinating spiritual ritual, and lazing at the expansive MesaStila Resort and Spa.

Welcome to Indonesia! Your luxurious adventure begins in the lively capital of Jakarta, and straight after landing, you'll be whisked to the lavish Alila SCBD to refresh. That evening, don your finest for dinner at Hutan Kota by Plataran, then spend the following day checking out the city's grand mosques and traditional markets. After another spectacular dinner, this one at the exclusive August Jakarta, and a restful overnight, you're off to Magelang for a four-night stay. Your home here is the gorgeous MesaStila Resort and Spa, and upon your arrival, you'll have time to indulge, taking advantage of its on-site spa.

MesaStila Resort and Spa is also located on a working coffee plantation, which you'll explore on a privately guided plantation tour. Then, continue your delve into local culture through an immersive dining experience in a local village and while visiting the renowned and finely decorated temples of Borobudur and Prambanan. Your final full day in Magelang is also packed with top-notch experiences, including a Tolak Balak spiritual rite and a Jawa script-writing class. Lastly, tuck into a top-chef-cooked barbecue dinner, served in time with the sunset, before prepping for your departing flight. Learn more

Itinerary #2: Indonesia Luxury Healing Retreat: Health & Wellness in Bali

Empower your mind, body, and spirit on this expertly curated wellness retreat, taking place at Ubud's expansive Como Shambala Estate. Throughout, become familiar with the practices of yoga, meditation, and Pilates, energize yourself with farm-to-table meals, and indulge in spa treatments. When not in class or relaxing in your private pool or Jacuzzi, join expert guides for countryside tours, including a scenic biking excursion through rice fields and a visit to the Sacred Monkey Forest.

Straight after landing on Bali, you'll get your first taste of the island's remarkable hospitality as you're welcomed into Ubud's stunning Como Shambala Estate. This award-winning resort is your home for the duration of your getaway, and you'll find it's the perfect place to relax between wellness experiences. Speaking of, jump right in on the morning of Day 2 with a privately guided nature walk, followed by a farm-to-blanket picnic lunch. That evening, dine at the premier Mozaic Gastronomic Restaurant, which will fuel you up for the following day's yoga session, hydrotherapy treatment, and Pilates class.

The energizing experiences continue throughout the second half of your luxury retreat, starting with an expert-led wellness talk and a mindfulness meditation session. Then, treat your mind and body to a well-deserved Javanese Royal Lulur Bath before hitting the yoga mat for a flow session. Next, on the afternoon of Day 5, join up with a guide to cycle amid the surrounding countryside and for an insightful visit to the revered Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary. Lastly, celebrate the end of your revitalizing journey with a Balinese gratitude ceremony and a gourmet dinner within a candlelit limestone cave. Learn more

Itinerary #3: Luxury & Romance in Bali

On this luxury and romance tour, you'll be treated to a series of experiences, including world-class dining and breathtaking beaches, and excursions that showcase the best of the island. Learn the art of traditional Balinese cuisine at a local's home, trek up Mount Batur for sunrise, helicopter over the Nusa Islands, and spend a day at the gorgeous Tropical Temptation Beach Club—just to name a few.

Your lavish weeklong escape begins with a three-night stay in Ubud's elegant Villa Cella Bella resort, renowned for its jungle greenery and distinguished amenities. Spend your first night here indulging in these delights, with dinner in your room and a Balinese massage booked in. Then, venture to a local's home the following morning for a cooking class before embarking on a private tour of the picturesque Tegalalang Rice Terraces and the working coffee plantation of Alas Harum Bali. The next day, pair a spectacular sunrise trek up Mount Batur with a well-deserved flower bath at your hotel.

Next, you're off to the peaceful beach resort town of Jimbaran, where the 5-star Karma Kandara welcomes your arrival. The golden sands will have to wait, though, as soon after arriving, you'll hop aboard a helicopter for an exhilarating tour of the Nusa Islands. The following morning is yours to spend as you please, but keep an eye on the clock, as that evening, you're off on a fun-filled sunset cruise. Then, on your final full day, post up at the Tropical Temptation Beach Club until the time arrives for an end-of-adventure meal at the premier Rock Bar. Learn more

Itinerary #4: Luxury Culture, Relaxation & Gastronomy on Bali: Munduk & Jimbaran

Immerse yourself in the lush landscapes of Munduk and the coastal splendors of Jimbaran on this Bali getaway. From the moment you arrive at the 5-star Munduk Moding Plantation Resort to your farewell drinks at the exclusive Rock Bar, every moment of this trip has been crafted to introduce you to Bali's luxuries and rich culture. Discover hidden waterfalls deep in the rainforest, indulge in an 11-course fine dining experience, relax during a Balinese massage, and unwind on pristine, secluded white sand beaches.

Upon landing in Bali, look for your private driver, who awaits to whisk you away from the bustle to the serene Munduk Moding Plantation Resort. After checking in, the option is yours to laze by the infinity pool or head out to explore Ulun Danu Bratan, the town's famous water temple. The next day, team up with a private guide for an insightful visit to Brahma Vihara Giri and a Buddhist monastery, and trek through the coffee and clove plantations of the Umejero region. Then, get hands-on during a chef-led cooking class before treating yourself to a rejuvenating Balinese massage.

With one more day in Munduk, wake early for a tour of hidden waterfalls and the enchanting Tamblingan Lake, followed by an indulgent 11-course fine dining experience. Afterward, pack your bags as you're off to the laid-back beach town of Jimbaran for a luxury-infused stay at the Four Seasons Resort Bali. Upon arrival, refresh and don your finest for an evening at the innovative Cucu restaurant. Then, spend your final day hopping between the white sand beaches of South Kuta, strolling the grounds of the ancient Uluwatu Temple, and toasting to your fabulous adventure at Rock Bar. Learn more

Itinerary #5: Luxury Indonesian Island Escape: Bali & Lombok

Those dreaming of pristine beaches and rainforest-tucked temples will find this one-week luxury island escape the perfect fit. In Ubud, team up with expert guides for insightful temple tours and a visit to the Sangeh Monkey Forest, then hop over to Lombok and spend your remaining days island hopping. Between adventures, relax in style at the opulent COMO Uma Ubud and Senggig's Oberoi Beach Resort, both home to fine amenities that ensure your creature comforts are always well looked after.

Your luxury-wrapped tour of Indonesia begins with a three-day stay in Ubud, the first of which you'll spend shrugging off jet lag in style. Check in and relax at the contemporary COMO Uma Ubud, then toss on your walking shoes for a gentle stroll around town. Join up with a local guide the following day, who'll reveal the spiritual side of Bali through visits to the Tirta Empul temple, Goa Gajah, and the temple complex of Gunung Kawi. Later, on your final day in Ubud, explore Batukaru Temple, located on the slopes of Mount Batukaru, and delight in a cheeky stroll around Sangeh Monkey Forest.

The second half of your getaway features the equally enchanting but lesser-visited island of Lombok, where the 5-star Oberoi Beach Resort awaits your arrival. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon lazing at the resort's infinity pool or a nearby beach, as the following day, you're off on a grand boat and snorkel tour of Gili Rengit and Gili Layar—two dreamy uninhabited islands. Another day of island hopping lands on your itinerary next, but this time to the buzzing trio of Gili Trawangan, Gili Air, and Gili Meno. Afterward, return to the hotel for an end-of-adventure dinner on the beach. Learn more

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