Indonesia From Bali to Java On the Volcano Road Elisabeth Fieujan
TRAVEL DESIGNER Stephane Gautronneau ALEXANDRE ZURCHER He knows just about all there is to know about motorbike tours in Asia, having launched the Vintage Rides concept 10 years ago. The passion is still there -more than ever- and the eagerness to discover always makes him want to try new roads! A perfect motorcycle tour to venture to the other end of the planet and discover the natural wonders of Indonesia! 2
MAP A TRIP WITH UNIQUE SENSATIONS Riding atop a legendary motorcycle, the Royal Enfield, you will travel for more than 1200 kms (745 miles) between Bali and Java. Once you leave behind Ubud, you embark on a discovery of Indonesia s traditions and natural marvels. You will quickly leave behind Bali, its rice terraces, its dense and lush jungles, its Hindu temples to discover Java s coffee plantations, wild, untouched beaches and mythical volcanoes: Mount Bromo and Kawah Ijen. Upon returning to Bali after the Javanese adventure, you will enjoy crystalline waters and the gentle life in the Island of Gods. 2
AT A GLANCE Elisabeth Fieujan 4-6h riding a day Routes blending culture & discovery Period Duration July to September 12 days including 9 days riding Level Intermediate English-speaking tour leader Accommodation Comfort From 3390 3
YOUR TRIP IN 12 STAGES STAGE 1 Denpasar international airport Ubud [30 km 1H riding]: Reception at the airport and transfer to Ubud, Bali s cultural and artistic center. Check-in at the hotel. Free day. Ubud holds all of Bali s magic, with its daily dance shows, shops and art galleries. It is a true treat for the eyes and the soul. Ubud Belimbing [110 km 3/4H riding]: This morning, your motorcycle tour leader will introduce to your new mount: the Royal Enfield. The journey starts smoothly to the west of Ubud as we discover Bali s wealth of natural resources. We ride on small roads through typical villages. We stop at Sacred Monkey Forest, a nature reserve with pilfering monkeys before reaching Jatiluwih, known for its magnificent rice fields classified by UNESCO as a world eau Steph utronn ane Ga STAGE 2 heritage site. After visiting the temple of Batukuru, we arrive at Belimbing, a small village surrounded by greenery. 4
YOUR TRIP IN 12 STAGES Belimbing - Licin [140 km 4H riding + 1H ferry]: Tonight, we sleep on the island of Java! A magnificent road leads us to Bali s northern coast for around 50 kms (31 miles). We ride along the seaside to reach Gilimanuk where the ferry for Java will be waiting for us. After a one hour journey, we get off on Indonesia s biggest island. 30 kms (18 miles) to go before we reach our stop for the night at the foot of the Kawah Ijen volcano. Elisa beth F ieujan STAGE 3 Licin Jember [130 km 4/5H riding]: The most courageous wake up early this morning to go to Paltuding, and begin a 3 kms trek which leads us to the top of Mount Ijen (approximately one and a half hour). On the rim of the crater, the first sunrays unveil astounding landscapes over the biggest acid lake in the world. On the way, we come across sulphur collectors. After a well-deserved breakfast at the hotel, we leave for Jember. We ride along small little-used roads through beautiful d Bushart Boris STAGE 4 coffee plantations. 5
YOUR TRIP IN 12 STAGES Jember Cemoro Lawang [170 km 5H riding]: We continue to go west, far from the main highways, between dense forest-covered hills and authentic villages to reach the region of Bromo. We stop for the night very close to the volcano that we will visit the next morning. ujan beth Fie Elisa Elisabeth 5 E G A T S Fieujan STAGE 6 Cemoro Lawang Papuma Beach [140 km 5H riding]: Very early in the morning, we leave to get a breathtaking view on Mount Bromo and the other volcanoes in the Bromo-Tengger-Semeru National Park. We then go down to the sea of sand and cross the cirque to reach the base of Mount Bromo. The lunar landscape makes for a visually stunning experience. We get back to our motorcycles and leave this volcanic and mineral region to return to the forests and coffee plantations. At the end of the day we reach the southern coast of Java and the wild untouched beach of Papuma. 6
YOUR TRIP IN 12 STAGES STAGE 7 Papuma Beach - Sukamade [160 km - 5H riding]: Today, a very beautiful day awaits us, completely away from the beaten tracks, on the small roads of the Meru Betiri National Park. We reach Sukamade, to the South-East of Java. Several turtles come to lay eggs at dusk on this pristine beach. Sukamade Pemuteran [140 km - 4H riding + 1H ferry]: This morning, we head for Banyuwangi from where we take the ferry to go back to Bali island. After around 30 kms (18 miles) along the coast, we reach Pemuteran, by the seaside. We stop here for two nights. ujan beth Fie Elisa STAGE 8 4
YOUR TRIP IN 12 STAGES Pemuteran: Menjangan Island Today, we leave the bikes for a well-deserved maritime escapade. We go to Menjangan Island, a protected reserve for its seabed and exceptional coral reefs! Up to you to choose between a diving tour or a snorkeling session with masks and tubas! In the afternoon, we go back to the Balinese coast. Possibility of visiting the one and only Elisa beth F vineyard in Bali ieujan STAGE 9 Pemuteran Tirtagangga [160 km 5H riding]: A very beautiful motorcycle stage will make you discover Bali s riches and treasures. We ride along the extreme east coast for around 70 kms (43 miles) before going into the interiors. In the middle of the tropical jungle, we get a glimpse of our last volcano, Batur, before diving into the n h Fieuja bet Elisa 0 1 E G A T southeastern part of the island to the small village of Tirtagangga. S 5
YOUR TRIP IN 12 STAGES Tirtagangga Ubud [100 km 3H riding]: Last day of motorbike ride on the small magical roads of the Balinese countryside. We will stop in the charming village of Sidemen lost in the rice fields to enjoy the peacefulness. On the way back, we visit two temples that are very important for the island s inhabitants. Once in Ubud, you will have the ujan beth Fie Elisa 1 TAGE 1 time to do some shopping, relax at your hotel poolside or roam around in the art galleries of the city. S STAGE 12 Ubud Denpasar international airport [30 km 1H transfer]: Depending on your flight schedule, you can enjoy a few more hours of Ubud. Transfer to the international airport. 6
HOW DO YOU WANT TO GO? Book your trip and join a group From 30/07/17 to 10/08/17 3390 / pilot* 2990 / pillion* From 15/08/17 to 26/08/17 From 03/09/17 to 14/09/17 Be careful only 9 bikes are available on this destination, start booking as soon as possible by contacting: contact@vintagerides.com *Valid prices when travelling before the 31st of March 2018. Create a new group Personalise your motorbike trip by creating your own dates and group! ''A la carte'' trips don't depend on the number of bikers in the group - you can even set off in a duo! For an A La Carte Formula, contact us And enjoy 5% off your second trip 10% off your third trip and more Always in the limit of 300 8
MORE INFO PRICE INCLUDES A Royal Enfield 500cc motorcycle is provided with full mechanical assistance and all spare parts Domestic transfers as appearing in the program, by private vehicle An English speaking Tour Leader (from day 2 to day 11) Fuel expenses An expert mechanic of Royal Enfield motorcycles A support vehicle with driver for groups with 4 or more participants; side luggage carrier for groups of less than 4 participants Lodging in comfort hotels, in double bed rooms or on a twin-sharing basis. If you wish to stay in a single room (extra), please inform your travel advisor at the time of registration. Meals: Half-board meals during riding days (except during days of transfer: day 1 and day 12 Third party motorcycle insurance PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE Compulsory insurances, including repatriation assistance which covers you in case of a motorbike accident in Indonesia and legal assistance International flights and airport taxes to Denpasar Visa fees A refundable security deposit of 400 for every motorcycle Dinners and meals during days of transfers (day 1 and day 12) Admission fees to various monuments, temples etc. Souvenirs and personal expenses Drinks Tips 12
MY CHECKLIST Appropriate equipment is a component of a successful journey! Travel lightly, TRY TO STAY UNDER 45LBS (20 KGS) BAGS: A sailor bag would be perfect, a walker's bag too (without steel bar). You can close it with a padlock if you want to. Don t forget to tag it before leaving with your address. Also with the address of Vintage Rides in India. A small backpack of 20 litres is advised for daily necessities such as camera, sunscreen lotion, etc. SPECIAL MOTORCYCLE EQUIPMENT: Motorcycle boots are strongly advised or trekking shoes (waterproof) Light motorbike jacket (synthetic preferred) A rain suit (just in case!) Summer gloves Helmet Bandana CLOTHES AND PERSONAL EQUIPMENT: 2 light pants 4 shirts (including some with long sleeves, to protect yourself from the sun) 1 warm sweater or jacket 1 bathing suit, and longi for women Sunglasses Hat Light shoes Flip flops 1 liter canteen (flask) and a flashlight (don t forget the battery) Some sweets and cereal bars PERSONAL MEDICINE: Sunscreen lotion Lip balm Broad-spectrum antibiotic Paracetamol Anti-diarrhoea Elastoplast Skin disinfectant Bandages and special blisters bandage 13
CONTACT US Elisabeth Fieujan Copyrights photos : love-bali.com, soloraya.com, Indah Rahayu, Helminadia Photography, Indonesia Travel, bromoeastjava.com, amanbalitransport VINTAGE RIDES INDIA C-65 Okhla phase 1 New Delhi - 110020 Tel: +339 70 44 01 30 VINTAGE RIDES FRANCE 98 Rue Baudin - 92300 Levallois-Perret Tel: +337 68 13 89 07 CONTACT@VINTAGERIDES.COM www.vintagerides.travel 14