Escorted Tours 2023-2024

Day 8: Yogyakarta to Ubud, Bali B Fly from Yogyakarta to Denpasar and transfer to Ubud, free time will be in either Yogyakarta or Ubud. Bali has become a byword for paradise with its rich culture and idyllic scenery and Ubud is the spiritual heart of the island. Day 9: Ubud B Today you will enjoy a walking tour of Ubud including the monkey forest, Ubud Palace and Ubud Market. Relax with a local spa and massage before returning to your hotel. Day 10: Ubud B/L Explore the island by open top VW, including Taman Ayun Temple in Mengwi, Jatiluwih Rice Terraces, Ulun Danu Temple and Tanah Lot Temple. Day 11: Ubud to Labuan Bajo, Flores B Transfer to Denpasar for your flight to Labuan Bajo, Flores. Free time will be either in the morning in Ubud or the afternoon in Labuan Bajo. Day 12: Komodo Island B/L With an early start and takeaway breakfast, board your local boat to Komodo Island. Stop off at Padar Island for magnificent hilltop views. Continue to Komodo Island where we can encounter these incredible creatures in their natural habitat. The largest lizard in the world, reaching lengths of up to 3.5 meters and weighing up to 150kgs, they can be viewed safely from a distance with the guidance of expert local rangers. The island is also home to a huge variety of bird life including sulfur-crested cockatoo, noisy friar birds and megapode birds. Finish at Pantai beach before returning to the boat. You’ll stop off at Kanawa and Kelor islands on the way back for swimming and snorkelling opportunities. A basic lunch will be provided on board. Day 13: Labuan Bajo to Sanur, Bali B Fly from Labuan Bajo to Denpasar and continue to the nearby beach of Sanur, a relaxed resort with a mix of local restaurants and cafés. Day 14: Sanur B Take a day to relax at the beach or explore the local town. Day 15: Sanur B After a relaxing morning, this afternoon explore Bali further, including Luhur Uluwatu perched on the tip of a cliff rising 250 meters above sea level an home to a small colony of monkeys. Afterwards, enjoy Kecak Dance, a performance of The Ramayana epic-based with sunset as the background. Day 16: Sanur to the UK B Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK, via Kuala Lumpur or continue on to your chosen extension. Komodo Dragon, Komodo National Park Prambanan Rice Terraces, Ubud Taman Ayun Temple Nusa Dua, Bali Meal plan: 14 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 1 dinner Accommodation: Jakarta, 4 H Novotel Gajah Mada Yogyakarta, 4 H Kimaya Sudirman Yogyakarta by Harris Ubud, 4 H Ubud Wana Resort Labuan Bajo, 4 H Bintang Flores Hotel Sanur, 4 H Prama Sanur Beach Hotel Flights: London Heathrow to Java, returning from Bali with Malaysia Airlines (via Kuala Lumpur) Tour pace: Intermediate Extend your tour Prama Sanur, Bali beach stay, 3 nights, B&B from £219 Nusa Dua, Bali beach stay, 3 nights, B&B from £319 Kuala Lumpur city stay, 2 nights, 4 H B&B from £299 Departures & from prices 11 Jun 23 £2,799 21 Apr 24 £3,099 10 Sep 23 £2,899 11 May 24 £2,899 15 Oct 23 £2,999 8 Jun 24 £2,799 12 Nov 23 £3,199 8 Sep 24 £2,999 3 Dec 23 £3,299 6 Oct 24 £3,199 14 Jan 24 £3,399 3 Nov 24 £3,399 4 Feb 24 £3,399 1 Dec 24 £3,399 10 Mar 24 £3,399 • A single supplement starts from £449 • Tipping paid locally $65 77 Hundreds more escorted tours are available on our website www.mercuryholidays.co.uk East Asia