Duration
12 days / 11 nights
Price Per Person
Destinations

Travellers seeking the ultimate in adventure and relaxation will have their every need met with this one-of-a-kind 12-day tour. Fly to remote islands in your own private jet and see a side of Indonesia that most visitors never get to experience. You’ll start the unforgettable tour by uncovering Borobudur, a breathtaking Buddhist temple complex and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Next, discover orangutans deep in the jungles at Camp Leakey and participate in traditional Indonesian rituals in the ancient village of Kete Kesu. After, you’ll board an elegant private charter cruise ship and enjoy a four-day sailing tour of Komodo Island.

Why fly by private jet?

Enjoy a number of advantages by flying privately on your Indonesia bespoke tour. Commercial flights within the country are known for delays and cancellations. However with your personal jet, you’ll save valuable time and won’t have to worry about transfers or long waits.  You’ll also travel comfortably, and feel at home on your private jet, a roomier and safer way to travel than by commercial airline. 

This itinerary is an example. It’s designed to inspire you and provide you with thoughtfully curated ideas. You can choose to do this exact itinerary or completely personalize it. All trips are 100% bespoke.

Highlights

  • Ultra-Luxe Travel: Criss-cross this island nation by private jet and private schooner. Make the most of your time while traveling in comfort and style.
  • World's Largest Temple: The megalithic Borobudur stands in the heartlands of Java, once forgotten and since found and now celebrated.
  • Komodo National Park: Walk with dragons on land and swim with schools of fish in the water.

Day-by-Day

Day 1

Borobudur

Arrive in the historic city of Yogyakarta and drive a couple hours to your hotel, the luxurious Amanjiwo. Check in and enjoy the rest of your day at leisure. We recommend strolling to the local village market and observing craftsman practice their traditional handicraft skills. You may also choose to relax by the pool or engage in a fortune-telling session with a renowned palm reader. In the late afternoon, sip sunset martinis in Amanjiwo's rice fields overlooking the grand Borobudur and toast to the beginning of your adventure.

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Why We Love This Hotel

Location: Nestled into a natural amphitheatre, the resort boasts dramatic surroundings, from the Kedu Plain to the front, to the four volcanoes that make up the horizon.

History: The resort is a nod to nearby Borobudur, a 9th-century Mahayana Buddhist Temple, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Service: The Amanjiwo is famous for its warm hospitality, that echoes not only the benevolence of Indonesian culture but also the passion for service ingrained into the Aman brand.

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Amanjiwo Preferred Hotel

Day 2

Borobudur

Rise early this morning to see sunrise over Borobudur, a stunning Buddhist temple complex dating back to the ninth century.  A famous UNESCO World Heritage Site, Borobudur will take your breath away with its elaborate décor, complex architectural design and beautiful volcanic backdrop. Return to your hotel for breakfast and to relax before venturing out in the afternoon to visit a local traditional Javanese village. Here you can enjoy an Andong ride through the village. After a long day, return to Amanjiwo to unwind. We suggest a pampering spa treatment. Try the famed Balinese massage, a deep-tissue holistic treatment that delivers wellbeing and deep relaxation.

Borobudur
Borobudur

Day 3

Borobudur

Today, enjoy a hike to Selogriyo temple through the Javanese rain forest.  The 1.5 hours walk gives you different experience of walk. Enjoy stunning view rice terraced with coconuts tress backdrop, hiking through villager’s gardens to see various plantation of cassava, sweet potato and long beans. At your right you will see beautiful view of valleys with Majestic mountain background. The hike will end up in the sacred Selogriyo temple, a small Hindu structure located on the hill. It is not rich with epic stories like Borobudur and Prambanan, but nestled in a graceful natural environment it stimulates the feeling of peace. In an architectural sense, Selogriyo can be said to be modest. The temple was built in 9 BC, facing eastwards, about 5 meters in length, width, and height, and no open veranda. Enjoy some refreshments and walk around the village before returning to Amanjiwo where you will unwind for the rest of the day.

Day 4

Makassar

In the morning, step onto your own private jet and take a scenic flight Balikpapan, then an hour's drive to the Orangutan santuary. Here you can also meet the rescued Sun Bears who are also living onsite. After your exciting encounter, return to the jet and fly onward to Makassar on Sulawesi Island for the evening.

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About

One of the leading hotels in Makassar, the Rinra is a modern luxury hotel boasting 175 rooms and suites at a seaside location. Contemporary rooms are dressed in calming neutral colors and feature modern tech and amenities; select rooms come with balcony and sea views.

This accommodation has been personally vetted by the Remote Lands team and is the best available in the area. More information on this property is available on the “Hotels” tab at the top of the page.

Makassar
Makassar

Day 5

Makassar

After breakfast, meet your guide and drive to Ramang-Ramang village. Upon arrival, board a boat and sail along the river which is flanked by spectacular karst mountains and limestone cliff formations. In the afternoon, return to Makassar and make a quick visit to Paotere Schooner harbor before spending the rest of your day at leisure.

Day 6

Toraja

Begin the day by jetting onward to Tana Toraja, a highland region located north of Makassar covered in an endless array of misty mountains, bamboo groves, and rich green rich paddies. Make your way to Kete Kesu, a traditional village known for its fascination with death, and meet its tribal denizens. Witness an elaborate funeral ceremony followed by a tour of hanging graves and decorative burial sites. At Palawa village, take the opportunity to closely examine the unique traditional Palawa houses whose roofs curve upwards. Overnight at a local hotel. 

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At Toraja Heritage Hotel, guests are in for a real treat: located 2,300 feet above sea level, looking out over one of Indonesia’s largest mountain ranges, this hotel prides itself on following the architectural style of traditional Torajan clan houses, complete with traditional furnishings and handicrafts, and a roof shaped like a ship’s prow. But the hotel - the first four-star international hotel in Toraja - also provides world-class amenities and comforts seen around the world, with two outdoor swimming pools, a bamboo bar featuring fresh juice and a “drink of the day”, and even as a flying ropes course for the adventurous type! Venturing off-site, guests can enjoy visits to nearby sites including rice fields and a traditional plait center; staying on the grounds, they can indulge in a spa treatment and order some room service to their luxurious suite.

This accommodation has been personally vetted by the Remote Lands team and is the best available in the area. More information on this property is available on the “Hotels” tab at the top of the page.

Day 7

Toraja

Begin the day with a visit to the local market to see locals trading their goods and animals. Here, people sell their buffalos with prices up to hundreds of millions for one buffalo. Done the traditional way, the transaction is settled with a bag of cash. The biggest market is held on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Then, continue to Batutumonga where you can enjoy views of rice terraces while having lunch at a local restaurant. Then, drive further up to Lokomata, the site of a local graveyard. Walk around the traditional villages of Toraja and observe the traditional homes, rock cliffs, and rice terraces before returning to your hotel for the evening.

Toraja
Toraja

Day 8

Toraja

If you are in luck, today you will attend a local funeral ceremony to witness this important traditional rite. Typically big funerals are attended by most of the villagers and there will be a dozen buffalos gathered. As the ceremony starts, the deceased will be moved to the ceremonial house and the buffalos will be sacrificed and cooked to serve the attendees. You can enjoy traditional cakes and refreshments as you observe the ceremony. Afterwards, continue to explore Toraja, including more villages and even the hanging coffins and royal burial sites.

Day 9

Padar

Depart Tana Toraja in the morning and jet off to Labuan Bajo where you'll board a luxurious private schooner, your home for the next three days on the Flores Sea. Set sail for the gorgeous island of Sebayor for a relaxing beach day. Once on shore, strap on a snorkel and discover beautiful coral reefs beneath the surface. After, head back to the schooner and enjoy dinner onboard. The boat will moor overnight at Padar island.

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Navigate the waterways and explore the islands in luxurious style and comfort on your private schooner. Remote Lands offers a range of vessels for your stay, with air-conditioned cabins, en-suite bathrooms and spacious decks on which to relax and admire the views.

This accommodation has been personally vetted by the Remote Lands team and is the best available in the area. More information on this property is available on the “Hotels” tab at the top of the page.

Day 10

Rinca Island

Wake up in Padar this morning and embark on an early morning hilltop hike for spectacular sunrise rivews. Return to the boat for breakfast and enjoy sunbathing and more swimming along the iconic Pink Beach. After a picnic lunch on the beach, set sail to Nusa Kode. Here you can occasionally spot  wild Komodo Dragons swimming in the water as well as hanging out on land with a crowd of monkeys, deer, and wild pigs. Enjoy snorkeling around this area will you will also dock for the night.

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About

Navigate the waterways and explore the islands in luxurious style and comfort on your private schooner. Remote Lands offers a range of vessels for your stay, with air-conditioned cabins, en-suite bathrooms and spacious decks on which to relax and admire the views.

This accommodation has been personally vetted by the Remote Lands team and is the best available in the area. More information on this property is available on the “Hotels” tab at the top of the page.

Rinca Island
Rinca Island

Day 11

Komodo Island

Continue sailing the Flores Sea in search of top dive and snorkel sites, many within Komodo Marine Park. Waters are plankton-rich, meaning aquatic life is plentiful and you may even have the rare chance to see the elusive whale sharks! You'll also cruise to Manta Alley, one of the signature sites in Komodo National Park where you can spot these peaceful rays with their enormous wingspans. Often schools of large bumphead parrotfish hang out here as well. After lunch onboard, cruise to a quiet, calm bay where you will anchor for the rest of the day. Here you can enjoy watersports and sundowners.

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About

Navigate the waterways and explore the islands in luxurious style and comfort on your private schooner. Remote Lands offers a range of vessels for your stay, with air-conditioned cabins, en-suite bathrooms and spacious decks on which to relax and admire the views.

This accommodation has been personally vetted by the Remote Lands team and is the best available in the area. More information on this property is available on the “Hotels” tab at the top of the page.

Day 12

Departure

Lift anchor and enjoy brunch under the sun as the schooner sails back to Labuan Bajo. Disembark,  head to the airport, check in for your flight home or to your next exciting travel destination.

Suggested Hotel For Days 1–3

Amanjiwo
Preferred Hotel

Amanjiwo

In the heart of Central Java lies Amanjiwo, built from Yogya, the area’s famed local limestone. The bell-shaped rotunda of the main building echoes the nearby Borobudur, an ancient Buddhist temple and one of Indonesia’s most visited sites. The resort offers unspoiled views of this wonder, in addition to the fertile paddyfields of Kedu Plain. Indonesian and Western cuisine are served in the Dining Room, which is opulently decorated with gold-leaf murals of scenes from the Hindu epic Mahabharata, and breakfast, lunch and light snacks can also be served in the colonnaded Pool Club that extends into the rice fields. Other places for guests to unwind include the library, art gallery, spa, tennis center and outdoor infinity-edge swimming pool. Amanjiwo’s 36 suites are arranged in two crescents, which frame the main building. Each suite is topped with a traditional volcanic ash tinted roof and interiors include hand-carved coconut wood furniture, exotic Javanese textiles and antique glass paintings. Wireless broadband access is available in all public spaces and in all accommodations.

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Suggested Hotel For Days 4–5

Rinra Makassar

Rinra Makassar

One of the leading hotels in Makassar, the Rinra is a modern luxury hotel boasting 175 rooms and suites at a seaside location. Contemporary rooms are dressed in calming neutral colors and feature modern tech and amenities; select rooms come with balcony and sea views. There are four F&B outlets including an all-day dining room serving local and continental cuisine, a Bar and Wine Lounge, a pool bar serving light snacks and drinks, and a casual pizza shop. Other facilities include an exclusive executive lounge, a karaoke room, fitness center, and outdoor swimming pool. The Rinra is a convenient 10 minute drive from Losari Beach and within easy access of the city’s landmarks and leisure areas.

Suggested Hotel For Days 6–8

Toraja Heritage Hotel

Toraja Heritage Hotel


At Toraja Heritage Hotel, guests are in for a real treat: located 2,300 feet above sea level, looking out over one of Indonesia’s largest mountain ranges, this hotel prides itself on following the architectural style of traditional Torajan clan houses, complete with traditional furnishings and handicrafts, and a roof shaped like a ship’s prow. But the hotel - the first four-star international hotel in Toraja - also provides world-class amenities and comforts seen around the world, with two outdoor swimming pools, a bamboo bar featuring fresh juice and a “drink of the day”, and even as a flying ropes course for the adventurous type! Venturing off-site, guests can enjoy visits to nearby sites including rice fields and a traditional plait center; staying on the grounds, they can indulge in a spa treatment and order some room service to their luxurious suite. 


Suggested Hotel For Day 9

Private Schooner

Private Schooner

Navigate the waterways and explore the islands in luxurious style and comfort on your private schooner. Remote Lands offers a range of vessels for your stay, with air-conditioned cabins, en-suite bathrooms and spacious decks on which to relax and admire the views. With your own private boat, you will have the freedom to explore this amazing territory at your leisure, stopping off for diving, island-hopping, snorkeling, swimming and trekking. Schooners are equipped with a full crew, in order to make your stay as comfortable and special as possible.

Suggested Hotel For Day 10

Private Schooner

Private Schooner

Navigate the waterways and explore the islands in luxurious style and comfort on your private schooner. Remote Lands offers a range of vessels for your stay, with air-conditioned cabins, en-suite bathrooms and spacious decks on which to relax and admire the views. With your own private boat, you will have the freedom to explore this amazing territory at your leisure, stopping off for diving, island-hopping, snorkeling, swimming and trekking. Schooners are equipped with a full crew, in order to make your stay as comfortable and special as possible.

Suggested Hotel For Day 11

Private Schooner

Private Schooner

Navigate the waterways and explore the islands in luxurious style and comfort on your private schooner. Remote Lands offers a range of vessels for your stay, with air-conditioned cabins, en-suite bathrooms and spacious decks on which to relax and admire the views. With your own private boat, you will have the freedom to explore this amazing territory at your leisure, stopping off for diving, island-hopping, snorkeling, swimming and trekking. Schooners are equipped with a full crew, in order to make your stay as comfortable and special as possible.

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