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7-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Indonesia in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Yogyakarta
    20 minutes (5.3 miles) from Adisucipto International Airport

    In the morning, explore the magnificent Borobudur Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Afternoon, visit the Prambanan Temple, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the evening, take a stroll through the lively Malioboro Street for some shopping and street food.

  2. Day 2: Mount Bromo
    9 hours (310 miles) from Yogyakarta

    Wake up early and catch a jeep tour to the Mount Bromo viewpoint for a breathtaking sunrise. Hike to the crater and explore the Sea of Sand. In the afternoon, visit the Madakaripura Waterfall. Spend the evening exploring the village and tasting local cuisine.

  3. Day 3: Bali
    5 hours (200 miles) from Mount Bromo

    Take a ferry to Bali in the morning. Visit the iconic Tirta Empul Temple and the Tegalalang Rice Terraces in the afternoon. In the evening, enjoy the sunset at the Uluwatu Temple while watching the traditional Kecak Dance.

  4. Day 4: Ubud
    1 hour (17 miles) from Uluwatu Temple

    Start the day with a visit to the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary in Ubud. Afternoon, experience the Balinese culture and take a cooking class. In the evening, visit the Ubud Art Market for some souvenir shopping.

  5. Day 5: Gili Trawangan
    2 hours (36 miles) from Ubud

    Take a speedboat to Gili Trawangan, a small island paradise. Snorkel with turtles, cycle around the island, and watch the sunset from the swing at Ombak Sunset.

  6. Day 6: Lombok
    2 hours (36 miles) from Gili Trawangan

    Take a ferry to Lombok and visit the stunning Sendang Gile and Tiu Kelep Waterfalls. Hike to the top of Mount Rinjani for a beautiful view. Spend the evening at Senggigi Beach.

  7. Day 7: Jakarta
    2 hours (31 miles) from Adisucipto International Airport

    Visit the National Monument and Museum Nasional in the morning. In the afternoon, explore the Old Town and the Fatahillah Square. In the evening, enjoy a delicious dinner at the famous Bandar Djakarta seafood restaurant.

Recommendations

Don't miss the chance to explore the Dieng Plateau near Yogyakarta, which offers stunning views of the mountains and ancient temples. Consider taking a side trip to Flores to see the Komodo Dragons and the Kelimutu Three Colored Lakes. Renting a scooter or a bicycle is a great way to explore Bali and Lombok. Make sure to try the local delicacies like Nasi Goreng and Gado-Gado. Enjoy your shoestring budget trip to Indonesia!

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